1 Cannon Residence — Port Royal, Kingston
This project reimagines a modest single-storey dwelling in Port Royal through a careful programmatic reconfiguration rather than an expensive formal overhaul. The design preserves the existing roofline and street-facing character while introducing a more efficient internal layout that supports contemporary living. Strategic extensions to the rear allow for a private master suite, improved service spaces, and enhanced comfort without disrupting the historic urban fabric. The result is a quiet, practical transformation that respects budget, climate, and context while significantly improving everyday livability.
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Location: Cannon Street, Port Royal, Kingston, Jamaica
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Project Type: Residential renovation and internal reconfiguration
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Status: Concept design / feasibility stage
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Client Brief:
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Convert existing house to a 3-bedroom layout with a master en-suite
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Maintain existing roofline to reduce construction cost
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Introduce a rear master bedroom extension with walk-through closet and bathroom
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Reorganize living, kitchen, and bedroom zones for better privacy and flow
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Add veranda, carport, and functional outdoor service space (garden/clothes line)
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Key Design Strategies:
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Retention of existing roof geometry for cost efficiency
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Selective slab upgrade where zinc roofing previously existed
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Improved natural ventilation and daylight through added side windows
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Clear separation between private sleeping zones and shared living areas
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Architectural Approach:
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Budget-conscious Caribbean domestic renovation, prioritizing function, durability, and long-term adaptability over formal excess.
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