URBAN INFILL
Housing Choices Australia Homes Victoria, Lord Mayor’s Charitable Foundation
Developers: Partners: Architects: Construction:
Six Degrees Manresa $18.25 million
Budget: Density:
39 one and two-bedroom apartments
Townhall Avenue, Preston provides architect-designed, environmentally sustainable affordable homes, delivered through a community housing model that supports residents and builds links with the vibrant community of Preston, in Melbourne’s inner north. A highly collaborative funding model, with land donated by the City of Darebin located opposite the Preston Library and within walking distance of trains, trams, shops - this project was developed in partnership with Homes Victoria under the Victorian Government’s $5.3 billion Big Housing Build, and a $1M grant from the Lord Mayor’s Charitable Foundation. Designed by award-winning architects Six Degrees and Simon Ellis Landscape Architects, the property comprises 39 one and two-bedroom apartments across five levels; includes 28 public car parks at ground level and a rooftop communal garden for residents. All dwellings are designed to Livable Housing Australia Silver Level, 5 Star Green Star and 7 Star NatHERS ratings.
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