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The project brief was to add a new floor to an existing 1950s split level home, which was
originally designed by an architect. However, due to some unforeseen conditions, the
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existing house had to be removed. So the construction is all new, and the design retains
hints of the old.
The existing house was too small for the family, so a new floor was added containing a
master bedroom, ensuite, office and deck. The new upper floor cantilevers in two
directions, and compliments the lower (original) cantilevered portion of the house.
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To soften the strong geometry of the house, clear stained cedar siding was used on all
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Cite:
"Chilliwack / Randy Bens Architect" 01 Feb 2013. ArchDaily. Accessed 16 Sep 2014.
<http://www.archdaily.com/?p=326715>