Dharawal People
NSW
Heathcote Hall is a grand Italianate Villa on the edge of the Royal National Park, designed by Thomas Rowe in 1871, restored to its original grandeur and adapted for contemporary living by Pariter Pty Ltd.
It is set on a1923 sqm lot among 55 Town Houses.
The Villa was derelict with the site heavily overgrown. It was saved by the actions of the owners Pariter Pty Ltd in close conjunction with Heritage NSW.
A contemporary pavilion provides informal living and kitchen.
The original plan was adaptively reused and maintained.
A landmark on the highest point, the views form its glazed tower extend down the coast and west to the Blue Mountains. The balcony has views to Heathcote National Park.
The vistas from key points to the Grand Villa have been maintained.
It is set public parkland reclaimed for the community.
Tasman Storey LFRAIA Heritage Architect and Catherine Munayer ARIA Architect.
Heathcote Hall was in serious disrepair when we took ownership. Driven by a passion for heritage preservation, and in collaboration with Heritage NSW, our team committed to an extensive restoration process that has set a benchmark for heritage conservation within contemporary developments.
More than just a restoration, the integration of Heathcote Hall within an entirely new community has enhanced residential amenities and strengthened its cultural and historic identity.
This ambitious project has breathed new life into Heathcote Hall, and ensured its preservation and financial sustainability, with a portion of Heathcote Grounds strata levies dedicated to the stunning home’s ongoing maintenance.
Catherine Munayar Bachelor Architecture UTS, Architect in Association CM Architecture Registered Architect NSW
Joanne Lloyd Bachelor Arts WSU, Researcher, Writer, Interpretation Planner
Michael Stokes, Project Manager
Mahnoor Khan, Project Manager
Shervin Khalesi, Construction Manager
Peter Waugh, Engineer
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.
