C.Kairouz Architects

from Asia Pacific's Best 2022-2023

by International Property Media

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Aintree Park Camberwell Multi-generational House

2022-2023 F  , the multi awardwinning C. Kairouz Architects emcompasses a diverse team of individuals specialising in architecture, interiors, town planning and sustainability services. Spanning three offices, and having produced over 800 projects to the CKA name, the practice has built a reputation for excellence and its hands-on service, delivering many high-quality commercial, multiresidential and bespoke home projects locally and internationally.

The Aintree Park residential development provides smart living solutions for the Melbourne market. The structure compliments the village surrounds of Glen Iris. Fitting right into the streetscape and making a bold visual statement. The building has a brilliant black and grey exterior with light-filled interiors. The structure includes a high level of sustainable energy efficient outcomes including the Onyx solar glass which generates free and clean electricity from the facade. Each home comes with superior materials. Ranging from brushed metals to glass, natural stones and soft fabrics. All are chosen to evoke luxury with a slight edge. This eclectic materiality provides residents with a home to be proud of. A high calibre of detailing and timeless design make these residences a great investment.

The design brief underpinning Camberwell Multi-generational House is one in which three families could both be together and have personal space. The signature feature is the double-height, tinted glazed façade which provides natural light to the foyer and internal spaces. The curved façade is an essential design element which provides visual interest when

Kirra Gardens

viewed from the street. Curved contours of the façade move with the land and light, softened by chamfering edges.

The proposal called for spacious living areas and bedrooms that were inviting and lightfilled. There is a hierarchy of spaces, starting at the formal foyer and then leading to the apartments – the bedrooms at the front and living areas at the back are open to views, and the communal yard space has a pool, garden and outdoor kitchen.

For Kirra Gardens, C. Kairouz Architects had the desire to deliver not just beautifully designed homes, but to provide a development that was conscious of the local neighbourhood and surrounding landscape. Kirra Gardens was crafted to add more value to residents and the local community by providing extensive landscaping and habitat alongside robust buildings that respect their context and merge both contemporary and classic design styles. This created homes that will last a lifetime and beyond.

The development is comprised of a U shape topology with arbours that stretch across connecting the forms. This configuration ensures the buildings welcome guests and residents into the community.

Sustainability was a key driver in the project. At every turn, the design was considered and upgraded to ensure the amenities and structure would adapt to future-proof the dwellings for a changing climate. With a solar farm on the roof, electric vehicle car-charging stations, double-glazing, rainwater tanks, heat pump systems, and extensive integration with landscaping, these homes are energy efficient and healthy.

2022-2023