Elan – Hawthorn Apartments
Conceived as a bespoke residential development, Elan offers a considered response to its immediate surroundings and wider suburban context, providing an environment with spatial qualities that enhance and invigorate the life of occupants by designing for the inherent assets of the site.
Designed to exploit views and offer living environments that are spacious and luxurious
Located in Hawthorn, a post-goldrush suburb of inner Melbourne, Elan sits comfortably within a rich and diverse urban landscape. The site is located at the end of a cul-de-sac surrounded by an eclectic mix of residential buildings, including a range of contemporary apartment buildings. With this in mind, one of our primary considerations in evolving the design concept was a desire to embed the architecture into its geographical context.
Factors such as site topography, natural features, sun penetration, prevailing winds, access, existing structures on adjacent sites and views were synthesised to produce a site-specific design outcome. The architecture references Hawthorn’s history and has embedded these elements into robust forms and a palette that presents a textured materiality. The development uses sustainable construction materials and methods to reduce the need for mechanical heating and cooling and to provide a comfortable, healthy environment for occupants.
Trust and collaboration are key to achieving the best architectural outcomes
Client Focused
We embed collaboration and consultation throughout our process, from briefing to design and delivery.
As true project partners, our team works closely with you to refine information and adapt design solutions. We pay attention to both the macro and micro details in order to create holistic and highly functional spaces that support efficiency and wellbeing. Our process takes a comprehensive approach to ensure the success of your project.
Rigorous about design
We marry innovation with experience. Our team is progressive in their approach, without stretching client needs and budget.
We utilise highly responsive design solutions to tailor our architecture to each project's unique opportunities and constraints. Our design team is committed and available throughout the duration of your project, and we approach every project with a strategy of engagement and understanding.
Highly Experienced
Over 70 years we have built lasting client relationships and considerable commercial acumen to ensure our design solutions align with required financial, social and environmental project goals.
We take pride in our reputation for building strong, long-term client relationships. As reliable and supportive project partners, we are committed to working closely with our clients from start to finish.