Project: Aurburn Road Apartments / Artistry Collective
Architecture: Aych Architects
Location: Hawthorn, Victoria, Australia
Year: 2023
Photo Credits: Alex Reinders
Located in Hawthorn, Victoria, Artistry Collective/Auburn Road Apartments offers an elevated residential experience across seven apartments and four levels, including a striking penthouse. This thoughtfully designed development blends seamlessly into the area’s existing character, acknowledging nearby heritage sites while delivering contemporary, low-maintenance homes.
A Hybrid Housing Model for Modern Comfort
The overarching concept combines the best aspects of apartment living—convenience and security—with the spacious feeling and minimal garden upkeep typically associated with townhouses. Each residence enjoys a generous northerly aspect, expansive glazing, and private outdoor spaces such as terraces or courtyards. Consequently, all occupants benefit from ample natural light, pleasant views, and easy access to the outdoors.
Moreover, the Auburn Road Apartments prioritizes equity in living standards. Adopting a sensitive housing model—similar to a high-end custom home on a broader scale—has enabled consistent design quality and comfort throughout the development. This approach ensures that each dwelling receives an equal share of sunlight and fresh air, fostering a healthy and balanced living experience.
Thoughtful Design and Community Engagement
Throughout the planning and construction phases, the project team engaged in extensive community consultation. As a result, the development secured unanimous approval from various stakeholders, demonstrating its strong alignment with local site conditions, cultural values, and environmental considerations. Hence, the Auburn Road Apartments stands as a prime example of how meticulous design, careful collaboration, and community feedback can seamlessly merge to produce harmonious urban housing.
In the end, this no-compromise execution has created a building that resonates with its Hawthorn surroundings, elevating the notion of modern apartment living. By marrying timeless architecture with a flexible, people-focused design, the Auburn Road Apartments delivers a fresh perspective on urban homes—one that honors the past, embraces the present, and looks optimistically to the future.
