The Surry | Candalepas Associates
Fronting a major arterial road in Surry Hills & on the fringe of the city, this medium density development of 24 new apartments makes a strong & considered contribution to the streetscape.
It is appropriate in scale to its surrounding urban context & exhibits a limited palette of materials. These considerations contributed to the rare decision made by authorities to remove the two heritage (contributory) buildings to make way for this exciting project.
Designed in close collaboration with clients Camilla and Oscar Done this thoughtfully detailed and wellplanned project provides consistent & uncompromised amenity throughout. It successfully answers design challenges, whilst prioritising principles of environmentally sustainable building design. Creative solutions have been sought to address noise & sun, shielding and protecting its inhabitants whilst offering light and efficient ventilation.
The glittering tapestry of turquoise & tangerine coloured ceramic tiles animates the distinctive Elizabeth Street façade, refreshing & reenergising a once neglected part of our city.
Aire Apartments | Rothelowman
Aire is a premium multi residential building in The Orchards in Norwest, Sydney. Sekisui House’s master planned community is sustainable and sociable; residents have connections to nature; architecture has presence and permanence; and dwellings are designed for long-term living. Rothelowman enshrined these values in the architecture, interiors and landscape of Aire, holistically entwining the built form and functional performance.
Aire’s organic form and precast concrete palette are drawn from a river pebble. The dual form and rounded corners respond to the site and increase solar access, privacy and views. The 57 dwellings are individually tuned for light, ventilation and outlook, and the range from one to four bedrooms creates a mix of households in one building. The communal lounge and rooftop pool provide social amenities for all residents in The Orchards. Aire’s elegant form and façade also reinterpret Sydney’s Art Deco apartments, instilling a sense of place and perpetuity in the new growth area.