Manhattan on Belmore by Nadine K Design

ArchiPro Project Summary - A modern urban design blending sustainable materials and innovative architecture in the heart of the city, completed in 2022.

Title:: Manhattan on Belmore
Building Designer:: Nadine K Design
Category:: Residential/; New Builds
Completed:: 2022
Price range:: $1m - $2m
Building style:: Modern
Photographers:: Tim Shaw Photography

A sinew of raw sustainable materials was the primary focus of this inner‐city Urban design. Walking around on site and inspecting the old home that was to be demolished I got a sense that what I designed needed to blend with the streetscape; an eclectic mix of residential houses, commercial and tall tower apartments. We have contrasted the bold Colorbond Lysaght Enseam 265mm cladding with a light recycled brick, it was all about the balance of these two main materials with a feature hardwood being used as a third highlight material, softening the overall look and giving the home a welcoming vibe. Specifying sustainable materials for this project was important and aligned with my company’s sustainable development goals (SDG’s). I wanted to use materials that would blend with the city environment and withstand the salt from nearby Belmore Basin. The dark Monument cladding sits into the landscape well and the recycled brick balances the aesthetic perfectly. Contractors United Homes then took the brickwork on ‘Manhattan on Belmore’ to the next level by laying the brickwork in a Flemishbond pattern with a featured Dogtooth Corbell, executed to perfection by Birch Masonry. The brickwork here is a powerful medium and is really brick art. The end result is visual poetry, a clear link is evident between architectural, art and poetry.

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Nadine K Drafting and Design is a client focused design business driven by a passion for all aspects of design and architecture. I commit to understanding each client’s individual requirements and this thorough understanding of the project is applied throughout the concept design, design development, and documentation. I have a strong emphasis on conveying and communicating the design to the client through both 2D and 3D images.

The design process should be an enjoyable and productive journey with the end product exceeding all initial expectations. My 20 plus years experience in the industry allows me to share invaluable knowledge with my clients and I also enjoy referring other building, trade and design professionals whom I have worked with for many years.