‘Upgrade: Home Extensions, Alterations & Refurbishments’ by Gestalten + Book Giveaway!

Adding. Extending. Transforming. Gestalten‘s Upgrade breathes new life into forgotten architecture.

Upgrade explores architectural and design concepts that seek to enhance and repurpose our surroundings. From slight changes to complete renovations, the spectrum of possibilities is vast. Extensions upon a rooftop. Factories turned into relaxing retreats. Wood additions contrast with antique brick exteriors. Through engaging anecdotes and inspiriting images, Upgrade provides vibrant exemplars and enthusiasm for revamping existing spaces.

Repurposing the unused; a dilapidated barn, a raddled townhome, a historical and fading building façade – these can all be starting points for stunning and inspiring homes. Upgrade displays transformations: be it sheds into playrooms, a garage to a guesthouse, or an alpine hut into a holiday getaway. Hidden in the walls of old structures are possibilities and inspirations that can be realised with any budget; charm and character become the criteria for titivating a residence.

Upgrade offers projects that succeed in finding the balance between the traditional and the modern. Architects share their experiences, motivations, and approaches. Before-and-after photos illustrate the metamorphoses. This is a volume for all who desire a new perspective, for those that prefer to preserve rather than to demolish. What are ruins to some become another’s architectural playground.

For your chance to win one of THREE copies of ‘Upgrade’, simply fill out the form below and make sure you’re subscribed to our Daily Email and/ or Weekly Love Letter. Entries close at 11:59pm (AEST) on Sunday 3rd December. Three lucky winners living in Australia, US, Canada and Europe will be selected and notified by email. Good luck!

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[Images courtesy of Gestalten.]