Whadjuk Noongar
Western Australia
The Curtin Heritage Living Cottesloe Redevelopment is a benchmark project that redefines retirement living in a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity overlooking the iconic Cottesloe Beach.
The integrated resort-lifestyle development was designed a mix of deluxe retirement residences and state-of-the-art high-care suites, enabling residents to age in place and live independently, celebrating the rejuvenating effects of the sea, and providing readily available services in a de-institutionalised environment.
Notably, over half of the development is dedicated to open space, providing public parkland and gardens with about a third of the site accessible to the community.
With an extensive restoration of the site’s heritage-listed ‘Wearne Hostel’ adding art-focused amenity to shift aged care stigmas and promote community connectedness, the Cottesloe Redevelopment has become an aspirational, iconic success story for both Curtin Heritage Living and the people who call it home.
The design of our accommodation for older people plays a crucial role in enhancing workforce efficiency, resident well-being, and daily operations. Thoughtful layouts, such as open spaces and easy to navigate walkways, allow staff to move quickly and safely, reducing response times and promoting collaboration.
For residents, the comfortable, homelike environment encourages independence and dignity, along with the confidence of support being close at hand. Incorporating accessibility features ensures safety and convenience. Efficient zoning for different activities, like dining and recreation, streamlines operations, improving overall care quality while promoting a calm, supportive atmosphere.
Gary Mackintosh, Design Architect
Scott Bradley, Design Architect
Jack Kent, Director in charge
Jeevan Krishnan, Project Architect
Lucinda Trevaskis, Project Architect
Tim Phay, Graduate of Architecture
Alysha Black, Interior Designer
Liahna Warren, Interior Designer
Jamie Penn, Aged Care Support
Nick Silich, Aged Care Design Support
ESC Engineering, Electrical Consultant
Firesafe Systems Pty Ltd, Fire Engineer Consultant
Full Circle Design Services, ESD Consultant
Geoff Hesford Engineering, Mechanical Engineer Consultant
Gravity Hydraulic Solutions Pty Ltd, Hydraulic Consultant
Hassell (WA), Landscape Consultant
Parker Black & Forrest Pty Ltd, Door Hardware Consultant
Griffiths Architects, Heritage Consultant
Pritchard Francis, Structural Engineer
Pritchard Francis, Civil Consultant
Stantec Australia, Acoustic Consultant
Total Project Management (WA) Pty Ltd, Project Manager
Resolve Group Pty Ltd, BCA/NCC Compliance Consultant
The Australian Institute of Architects acknowledges First Nations peoples as the Traditional Custodians of the lands, waters, and skies of the continent now called Australia.
We express our gratitude to their Elders and Knowledge Holders whose wisdom, actions and knowledge have kept culture alive.
We recognise First Nations peoples as the first architects and builders. We appreciate their continuing work on Country from pre-invasion times to contemporary First Nations architects, and respect their rights to continue to care for Country.
