ORMOND SQUARE
12 ORMOND BOULEVARD, BUNDOORA
THE CHAPTERS
87 JANEFEILD DRIVE, BUNDOORA
GEOX APARTMNETS 37-43 BREESE STREET, BRUNSWICK
ORMOND SQUARE
12 ORMOND BOULEVARD, BUNDOORA
ORMOND SQUARE- 12 ORMOND BOULEVARD, BUNDOORA
Introduction: Ormond Square is designed by Watson Young Architecture, positioned in the business heart of University Hill, Bundoora, City of Darebin, an example of well considered, exciting and progressive architecture. The contemporary space features an abundance of natural light, interesting angles and articulation.
1.0 NEIBOUREHOOD CHARACTER & DEMOGRAPHICS Wetlands & park
Residential
Uni Hill Factory Outlet
Business Park North
Town centre
ORMOND SQUARE
Business Park South
Transport links
DEMOGRAPHICS
Bundoora (3083) is a suburb of Melbourne, North East, Victoria. It is about 15 KMS from Victoria’s capital city of Melbourne. The median/average age of the people in “Bundoora is 35 years of age. In the 2011 census the population of Bundoora was 25,709 and is comprised of app. 51.0% of females and 49.0% of males. The main occupations of people living in Bundoora are 21.1% professionals, 16.7% clerical & administrative workers, 13.6% technical & trades workers, 11.2% sales workers and 10.8% Managers.
1.1 AREA OF AMENITY AND DEMOGRAPHICS
List of amenities is intended to make University Hill an absolute pleasure for employers and employees. Within the precinct's town Centre, available services include: GP Clinic Pharmacy Genesis Health Club Post Office Café’s and restaurants Retails stores Coles Supermarket Transport – the precinct is linked to metropolitan Ring Road and Hume Freeway, as well as many of transport options including bus links and tram direct to CBD.
1.2 STREETSCAPE AND NEIGHBOURHOOD CHARACTER
University Hill DFO is located on the South side of the building.
Residential area is on the East side of the building.
Car park is on the West side of the building.
2.0 DESCRIPTION OF DEVELOPMENT
Maben Group commenced construction of Building A, Ormond Square offices in late September 2014. The development consists of 4 levels with 41 strata title offices, private under croft car park, Café tenancy and external asphalt car park with landscaped surrounds. Each office is equipped with self-contained kitchenettes, communal amenities, foyers and corridors to each floor serviced by two lifts and internal stairs. The Ground Floor lobby access to the Café and adjoining tenancies. Equipped with the latest fibre optic technology. Office suites with 2.7m high ceiling and carpeted floors. Conference centre to seat 40 people. The project is completed in early June 2015 with a cumulative construction programme of just over 9 months
2.1 COLOURED PHOTOS OF THE DEVELOPMENT
2.2 USES WITHIN THE DEVELOPMENT Ground floor: Café area 133m² with seating around 80 people. Two double storey suits area 228m² & 276m² occupied with GP and Pharmacy. 32 Undercover car parks with security gates & 100 external car parks spaces.
2.2 USES WITHIN THE DEVELOPMENT First floor: 10 Suits area from 48m² to 115m². Including a conference centre area 106m². 2 lifts, stairwell, gents, Ladies and disable toilets with shower.
2.2 USES WITHIN THE DEVELOPMENT Second floor: 14 Suits area from 48m² to 113m². Each suite have 2-4 reserve cars spaces according to the area of the suite. 2 lifts, stairwell, gents, Ladies and disable toilets with shower.
2.2 USES WITHIN THE DEVELOPMENT Third floor: 14 Suits area from 48m² to 113m². Each suite have 2-4 reserve cars spaces according to the area of the suite. 2 lifts, stairwell, gents, Ladies and disable toilets with shower.
2.3 CONSTRUCTION SYSTEM
The office block was primarily Slab on Ground with 3 levels of post tensioned suspended deck. Internal concrete reinforced steel columns. Glazed curtain wall for external walls structure. Portal steel frame roof structure.
2.4 BUILDING ENVELOPE/FABRIC
The Ground Floor lobby featured full height colourback glass with oversized tiles and access to the proposed Café and adjoining tenancies. Ground level cement rendered finish in grey colour. Ground floor café featuring with timber wood façade. Unique glazed and alucobond façade fronting for upper three storeys.
2.5 PEOPLE AND VEHICLE MOVEMENT THROUGH THE BUILDING
Building is open from all sides. Main entrance is from North side of the building for people and cars. Pedestrian’s stairs and ramp entry from east side. Café is located on the North-West corner. External Car park entry is from North and South side. Undercover car park entry is from South side. Entry foyer and lifts to each floor.
2.6 POINT OF DIFFERENCE ď Ž
Ormond square is really a standout building in that area because of its glazed curtain wall and 4 storeys where as factory outlet close by has only single storey and residences are only double storey.
2.7 SUSTAINABILITY
Environmental and ecological sustainability is a vital consideration in this project. The twohectare Southern Woodlands, with some of the city’s best-kept river red gum, as well as Princeton Park with its BBQ and picnic facilities, make University Hill a natural haven to be relished. The following identifies the energy saving initiatives to be included: Automated recycling of building storm water to service landscaping and toilet flushing. An average energy rating of 5 stars. Energy efficient light fittings. Insulations to ceilings. Installation of large roof mounted solar system to offset power costs to the strata pricing. Sealed building envelop is the key factor in controlling the indoor environment. Exhaust fans in kitchen & toilets to prevent condensation.
THE CHAPTERS
87 JANEFEILD DRIVE, BUNDOORA
THE CHAPTERS - 87 JANEFIELD DRIVE, BUNDOORA
Introduction: Only 18km from the Melbourne CBD, The Chapters resides in the heart of the wellestablished Bundoora community where the Number 86 Tram makes commuting into town fast and convenient. The Chapters residences are designed by award-winning Cornall Building Design to make the most of their unique location. They enjoy a choice of outlooks including waterfront, courtyards and Plenty Gorge views.
1.0 NEIBOUREHOOD CHARACTER & DEMOGRAPHICS Town centre
Uni Hill Factory Outlet
Residential
Wetlands & park
Transport links Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology
Business Park North
THE CHAPTERS
Bundoora Village
DEMOGRAPHICS
Bundoora (3083) is a suburb of Melbourne, North East, Victoria. It is about 15 kms from Victoria’s capital city of Melbourne. The median/average age of the people in “Bundoora is 35 years of age. In the 2011 census the population of Bundoora was 25,709 and is comprised of app. 51.0% of females and 49.0% of males. The main occupations of people living in Bundoora are 21.1% professionals, 16.7% clerical & administrative workers, 13.6% technical & trades workers, 11.2% sales workers and 10.8% Managers. Older couples & families19.4%, established couples & families 17.4%, Independent youth 13.4% 40.2% of homes are fully owned and 35.4% are in the process of being purchased by home loan mortgage. 20.9% of homes are rented. The median rent in Bundoora is $325 per week and the median mortgage repayment is $1810 per month.
1.1 AREA OF AMENITY AND DEMOGRAPHICS
Bundoora is located just 16kms north of the city. It’s home to campuses for RMIT and La Trobe University, so you’ll find a lot of students living alongside long-term families who like the space and spacious homes here. Bundoora sports some interesting features to suit all locals. There’s the Bundoora Homestead Arts Centre, a historic house, art gallery and cafe, and Bundoora Park which has everything from a children’s farm to a golf course. Shopping-wise, you can pick up your grocery and deli goods at Bundoora Square Shopping Centre on Plenty Road, or you can go outlet shopping and scoop up bargains at Brand Junction. Easy approach to Genesis Health Club. You can get a tram all the way from Docklands to Bundoora, and there is a bus network around the area. Bundoora has plenty of spacious family homes, generally of a contemporary dream home style rather than a period one, and suitable for families with children who need a little space
1.2 STREETSCAPE AND NEIGHBOURHOOD CHARACTER
Janefield Wetland is located on the South side of the building.
Bundoora village is on North side of the building.
Residences are on the East side of the building.
Residential area is on the West side of the building.
2.0 DESCRIPTION OF DEVELOPMENT
The chapter is a series of boutique residences, 95 dwellings across five elegant lowrise buildings. Limited to 14-24 apartments each, surround a landscaped central walkway. Spacious, bright and light filled. Offering generous 1 and 2 bedroom apartments, with spacious courtyards and balconies. The bright open interiors with a large living area with plenty of natural light. Feature sleek modern kitchens with a stone bench. Two bedrooms each with their own built in heater and large robes. A bathroom that also has a stone bench plus an oversized shower. One car park per apartment with extra storage cage in basement. Security access control system to basement car park entry, main entry and any other communal areas. A minimum 5 star energy rating means long term value and benefit for residents.
2.1 COLOURED PHOTOS OF THE DEVELOPMENT
2.2 USES WITHIN THE DEVELOPMENT CAR PARK: 95 Basement car parks with security access control system. One car space per apartment. 5 stairwell serving all storeys.
One staircase to ground level only. One toilet facility. Bikes parking. Storage cage per apartment.
2.2 USES WITHIN THE DEVELOPMENT GROUND LEVEL : яБо Ground level comprises of five buildings call Chapters.
2.2 USES WITHIN THE DEVELOPMENT GROUND LEVEL : Chapter 1- comprises 4 one to two bedroom apartments of area- 50-68m² with one front yard 29m² and one courtyard 21-54m² and a staircase.
Chapter 2- comprises 8 one to two bedroom apartments of area- 50-65m² with one front yard 17-20m² and one courtyard 17-51m² and a staircase.
Chapter 3- comprises 7 one to two bedroom apartments of area- 50-71m² with one front yard 20-33m² and one courtyard 21-54m² and a staircase.
Chapter 4- comprises 8 one to two bedroom apartments of area- 59-74m² with one courtyard 8-62m² and a staircase.
Chapter 5- comprises 4 one to two bedroom apartments of area- 51-68m² with one courtyard 8-76m² and a staircase.
2.2 USES WITHIN THE DEVELOPMENT LEVEL 1 & 2:
2.2 USES WITHIN THE DEVELOPMENT LEVEL 1 & 2: Chapter 1- comprises 4 one to two bedroom apartments of area- 50-68m² with one balcony 8-11m² and a staircase.
Chapter 2- comprises 8 one to two bedroom apartments of area- 50-66m² with one balcony 8-11m² and a staircase.
Chapter 3- comprises 7 one to two bedroom apartments of area- 50-71m² with one balcony 8-12m² and a staircase.
Chapter 4- comprises 8 one to two bedroom apartments of area- 56-72m² with one to two balconies 8-10m² and a staircase.
Chapter 5- comprises 4 one to two bedroom apartments of area- 52-69m² with one balcony 8-10m² and a staircase.
2.3 CONSTRUCTION SYSTEM
Staircases walls built with precast concrete panels. External Ground floor wall are brick veneer constructions and upper floors are cladding and rendered. Basement is sealed reinforced concrete.
2.4 BUILDING ENVELOPE/FABRIC BASEMENT: Sealed reinforced concrete walls. GROUND FLOOR: Brick veneer walls. Steel fences and gates.
UPPER LEVELS: Cladding, render and paint finished for walls. Framed glazed sections as blusters for balconies. Aluminium framed glazed windows. Sliding framed glazed doors to balconies. ROOF: Waterproof metal sheeting is used for roof.
2.5 PEOPLE AND VEHICLE MOVEMENT THROUGH THE BUILDING
Two main entrances to the apartments from North side. One entry via ramp to basement car park from North side. One entry via staircase to basement car park from South side.
2.6 POINT OF DIFFERENCE ď Ž
This secluded enclave of residences overlook lush parkland, natural wetlands and the beautiful Plenty Gorge. The chapters is a rear opportunity to secure a boutique living experience in rich natural surrounds.
2.7 SUSTAINABILITY The following identifies the energy saving initiatives to be included: Automated recycling of building storm water to service landscaping and toilet flushing. Operable windows to allow natural ventilation. An average energy rating of 5 stars. Energy efficient light fittings. Insulations to roof and walls.
GEOX APARTMNETS
37-43 BREESE STREET, BRUNSWICK
GEOX APARTMENTS – 37-43 BREESE STREET, BRUNSWICK
Introduction: Only 5km from the Melbourne CBD, the GEOX, the convenience of Anstey train stations & the number 19 tram on Sydney Road are at very door and an abundance of shops, cafes, pubs and restaurants are all with in the walking distance for enjoyment. GEOX is beautifully designed by MAP Architecture and design constructed by Blue Earth Group.
1.0 NEIBOUREHOOD CHARACTER & DEMOGRAPHICS Melbourne CBD
Princess Park
UNI Of Melbourne
RMIT Brunswick
Brunswick Station
Residential
Anstey Station
Sydney Road tram route
Sydney Road shopping strip
GEOX APARTMENTS
DEMOGRAPHICS
Brunswick (3056) is a suburb of Melbourne, North East, Victoria. It is about 5 KMS from Victoria’s capital city of Melbourne. The median/average age of the people in “Brunswick is 33 years of age. In the 2011 census the population of Brunswick was 22,764 and is comprised of app. 51.1% of females and 48.9% of males. The main occupations of people living in Brunswick are 39.9% professionals, 13.7% clerical & administrative workers, 8.7% technical & trades workers, 7.2% sales workers and 11.5% Managers. 24.7% of homes are fully owned and 25.1% are in the process of being purchased by home loan mortgage. 47.5% of homes are rented. The median rent in Brunswick is $350 per week and the median mortgage repayment is $2000 per month.
1.1 AREA OF AMENITY AND DEMOGRAPHICS
The area is well services by public transport with trams on Sydney road and there is immediate access to Melbourne parklands, walking and cycling tracks. This allows easy access to tertiary educational facilities at Melbourne university, RMIT and more witch will ensure high rental demand and return for investors. Sydney Road is an amenity hub, with over 600 businesses providing an array of shopping and dining options. The Brunswick Market consists of butchers, bakeries and fruit and vegetable stalls. Barkly Square Shopping Centre is a key retail destination in Brunswick, offering a variety of stores, including clothing and apparel, electronic goods, specialty stores and two supermarkets. There are 11 parks and reserves in Brunswick. On the southern border of Brunswick lies Royal Park, which is the largest park in central Melbourne. It covers 170 hectares with tennis, football, cricket, cycling and walking facilities, and the site for State Netball and hockey, the Melbourne Zoo and Royal Park Golf Course. On-hand are the Brunswick bathes too, located on Dawson Street, providing indoor and outdoor heated pool and gym facilities. There are three train stations and four tram routs serving Brunswick.
1.2 STREETSCAPE AND NEIGHBOURHOOD CHARACTER
The Wilkinson Apartments is located on the South side of the building.
The Commons apartments and a commercial single storey is on the West side.
Double Storey commercial building and an apartment building is on the East side.
Single and double storey buildings of Display station are on the North side.
2.0 DESCRIPTION OF DEVELOPMENT
A prestige development close to CBD in trendy Brunswick, consisting of 109 apartments over six plus two levels of secure basement car parking, there is availability of one and two bedroom apartments. Spacious, bright and light filled balconies. Eades and Bergman designed entrance foyer Includes a gold water feature and fully landscaped feature light wells. The bright open interiors with a large living area with plenty of natural light. Feature stunning kitchens with a stone bench, glass splashback and a large pantry. Two bedrooms with two bathrooms each with their own built in heater and large robes. Level 6 - 2 bedroom apartments including study with large balconies. Security access control system to basement car park entry, main entry and any other communal areas. A minimum 5 star energy rating means long term value and benefit for residents.
2.1 COLOURED PHOTOS OF THE DEVELOPMENT
2.2 USES WITHIN THE DEVELOPMENT BASEMENT 2: 58 Secure Basement car parking. One car park for each apartment. Extra storage above each car park. Storage cages for each apartment. Visitors car parks. Bike storage. 3 Big storage rooms. 2 lifts serving all storeys. One stairwell serving all storeys.
2.2 USES WITHIN THE DEVELOPMENT BASEMENT 1: 56 Secure Basement car parking. One car park for each apartment. Extra storage above each car park. Storage cages for each apartment. Visitors car parks. Bike storage. 5 Big storage rooms. 2 lifts serving all storeys. One stairwell serving all storeys.
2.2 USES WITHIN THE DEVELOPMENT GROUND LEVEL:
2.2 USES WITHIN THE DEVELOPMENT GROUND LEVEL: 6 Retail and commercial units area- 43-67m² comprise of bathroom with shower and a sleek kitchen. 11 Apartments with one to two bedrooms apartments of area – 70-94m² and a balcony of area- 7-22m². 2 lifts and a stair case serving all floors. Bin room. Mail boxes for each apartment in main entry.
Retail Unit
Two Bedroom
One Bedroom
2.2 USES WITHIN THE DEVELOPMENT LEVEL 1 & 2 & 3:
2.2 USES WITHIN THE DEVELOPMENT LEVEL 1 & 2 & 3: 20 Apartments with one to two bedrooms with two bathrooms of area – 60-77m² and a balcony of area- 6-8m². 2 lifts and a stair case serving all floors. Bin room.
Two Bedroom
One Bedroom
Two Bedroom
2.2 USES WITHIN THE DEVELOPMENT LEVEL 4 :
2.2 USES WITHIN THE DEVELOPMENT LEVEL 4 : 16 Apartments with one to two bedrooms apartments of area – 60-117m² and a balcony of area- 12-63m². 2 lifts and a stair case serving all floors. Bin room.
One Bedroom
Two Bedroom
2.2 USES WITHIN THE DEVELOPMENT LEVEL 5 :
2.2 USES WITHIN THE DEVELOPMENT LEVEL 5 : 16 Apartments with one to two bedrooms apartments of area – 5671m² and a balcony of area- 7-9m². 2 lifts and a stair case serving all floors. Bin room.
One Bedroom
Two Bedroom
2.2 USES WITHIN THE DEVELOPMENT LEVEL 6 :
2.2 USES WITHIN THE DEVELOPMENT LEVEL 6 : 6 Apartments with one to two bedrooms with two bathrooms of area – 98-227m² and a balcony of area- 48-144m². 2 lifts and a stair case serving all floors. Bin room.
One Bedroom
Two Bedroom
2.3 CONSTRUCTION SYSTEM
Basement is sealed reinforced concrete. Reinforced concrete slab for all floors. External walls are of Insitu concrete and/or masonry walls and lightweight cladding. Walls between residential units are acoustic and fire rated walls. Organic steel web wrap around the front façade.
2.4 BUILDING ENVELOPE/FABRIC BASEMENT: Sealed reinforced concrete walls. UPPER LEVELS: External walls are of Insitu concrete and/or masonry walls and lightweight cladding. Organic steel web wrap around the front façade. Framed glazed sections as blusters for balconies. Render and paint finished for walls. Framed glazed sections as blusters for balconies. Aluminium framed glazed windows. Sliding framed glazed doors to balconies. ROOF: Waterproof metal sheeting is used for roof.
2.5 PEOPLE AND VEHICLE MOVEMENT THROUGH THE BUILDING
Main entrance to the apartments is from East side form Breese Street. Entry via ramp to basement car park from West side. Back lane entry for car to the basement. Another entrance to the apartments is from West side back lane.
2.6 POINT OF DIFFERENCE ď Ž
The measured balance of hard and soft features makes GEOX a truly distinct building. An organic steel lace drapes over the facade of the block, stretching around the robust, box-like structure, like a web. An impressive addition to the streetscape.
2.7 SUSTAINABILITY The following identifies the energy saving initiatives to be included: Operable windows to allow natural ventilation. An average energy rating of 5 stars. Energy efficient light fittings. Insulations to roof and walls. Installation of large roof mounted solar system to offset power costs to the strata pricing. Single storey building on North side means more light to the building save energy costs.