Bijl Architecture has shared photos of the Stealth House, a renovation project they completed that included a modern addition to an inter-war cottage located in Hunters Hill, Australia.
From the street, the original facade and front garden of the home hide the barely visible rear addition.
![A modern two-storey rear addition for an inter-war cottage in Australia.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/australian-house-with-rear-addition-160523-1230-02.jpg)
The new addition comprises of a standing seam-clad folded form that draws the dwelling and site together. A new pool and a cabana at the end of the swimming pool have also been added to the home.
![A new two-storey addition adds much needed living space and a kitchen to this home.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/modern-rear-house-extension-pool-160523-1229-03.jpg)
Steps lead from the yard down to a covered outdoor area, furnished for outdoor dining in the shade.
![Steps lead from the yard down to a covered outdoor area, furnished for outdoor dining in the shade.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/modern-rear-house-extension-pool-160523-1229-04.jpg)
![Steps lead from the yard down to a covered outdoor area, furnished for outdoor dining in the shade.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/modern-rear-house-extension-160523-1229-05.jpg)
The outdoor spaces connect to the interior spaces with a large sliding door.
![The outdoor spaces connect to the interior spaces of this modern home with a large sliding door.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/covered-outdoor-dining-area-160523-1230-06.jpg)
In the kitchen, wood and white cabinetry complement the wood floor and soften the concrete elements found outside.
![In this modern kitchen, wood and white cabinetry complement the wood floor and soften the concrete elements found outside.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/contemporary-wood-kitchen-160523-1230-07.jpg)
![In this modern kitchen, wood and white cabinetry complement the wood floor and soften the concrete elements found outside.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/contemporary-wood-kitchen-160523-1231-08.jpg)
A small home office is located at the top of the stairs leading to the upper level of the home.
![A small home office is located at the top of the stairs leading to the upper level of this home.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/home-office-160523-1231-09.jpg)
In the bedroom, there’s a wood ceiling and a wood floor, while a grey accent wall surrounds a sliding glass door that opens to a balcony.
![In this modern bedroom, there's a wood ceiling and a wood floor, while a grey accent wall surrounds a sliding glass door that opens to a balcony.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/bedroom-with-wood-floor-ceiling-160523-1231-12.jpg)
![A private balcony located off a bedroom.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/modern-home-covered-balcony-160523-1232-11.jpg)
In the primary bathroom, grey tiles partially installed with a diagonal design add visual interest and are paired with white walls and a wood vanity. A skylight helps to keep the bathroom bright.
![In this bathroom, grey tiles partially installed with a diagonal design add visual interest and are paired with white walls and a wood vanity. A skylight helps to keep the bathroom bright.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/modern-grey-white-wood-bathroom-with-skylight-160523-1229-12.jpg)
![In this bathroom, grey tiles partially installed with a diagonal design add visual interest and are paired with white walls and a wood vanity. A skylight helps to keep the bathroom bright.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/modern-grey-white-wood-bathroom-with-skylight-160523-1229-13.jpg)
In another bathroom, the graphic tiles on the wall and floor add a playful touch.
![In this bathroom, the graphic tiles on the wall and floor add a playful touch.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/modern-bathroom-with-skylight-160523-1229-14.jpg)
Here’s a look at the floor plan, sections, and site plan for the home.
![The floor plan of a home with a two-storey rear addition, swimming pool, and cabana.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/house-floor-plan-160523-1225-15.jpg)
![The sections of a home with a two-storey rear addition, swimming pool, and cabana.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/house-architectural-sections-160523-1225-16.jpg)
![The site plan of a home with a two-storey rear addition, swimming pool, and cabana.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/house-site-plan-160523-1225-17.jpg)