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Much of the meticulous work
that has gone into enhancing the
building’s performance, will go
largely unseen by future residents.
AIR “It is the internal workings of the
building, the invisible 70 per cent,
COMMUNITY WATER that determines its performance and
liveability,” explains Mirvac Design
Director Brett Crellin.
The WELLv2 “Our aim is to match the quality of
the building services to the quality of
rating system relies on The Portman Collection zeroes in on
MIND LIGHT the overall design.”
10 central concepts that the principles of air, water and light,
with air and water filters and lighting
support good health upgrades, which allow residents to
control their environment.
Mr Crellin says research shows
MATERIALS NOURISHMENT people spend 90 per cent of their
time indoors, making air quality a
prerequisite for good health.
“Cross-ventilation through fresh air Artist’s impression. Architecture, services and landscaping are indicative only and subject to change. Image shows Three bedroom apartment upgraded finishes and fittings
options. Views depicted in this brochure are indicative only. Furnishings including dining room sideboard included in this artist impression are not included in the apartment.
flow has been essential to our designs
SOUND MOVEMENT for many years and we’ve enhanced
this with filtration to purify the
outside air, providing a higher level Above: Natural light and cross ventilation enhances wellbeing Each apartment also enjoys natural Natural light and air is also
THERMAL COMFORT
of indoor air quality,” he says. light and a balcony, so residents can fundamental to Mirvac’s new Quay
access daylight and fresh air, with Waterfront Newstead apartments
“The central plant and apartment interior lighting options providing in Brisbane, which feature a
filters meet WELL guidelines and further benefits. subtropical design in line with
filter change indicators are included ‘Buildings that Breathe’ principles.
in all systems. “We’re offering specific upgrades to
lighting packages to customers so Floor-to-ceiling glazed windows
“While it is not a new technology, they can tune their lighting,” says draw in abundant natural light
it is rarely installed in residential Mr Crellin. and promote cross ventilation,
developments to this level because while large wrap around balconies
of the cost, but for us it is worth the “Soft lighting in the morning for provide opportunities for indoor-
investment to create a healthier instance and then more task- outdoor living and vertical
environment for our residents.” “It is the internal oriented light output during the planting across the facade create
Planned initiatives include residents day and back towards softer light in connections to nature.
the evening to help the body relax.”
being able to receive online updates Proposed amenities on-site allow
on outside air quality via ambient workings of the Consideration has also been given residents to spend time on their
air quality monitoring conducted by to energy efficiency, glare control own health and wellness, including
the Bureau of Meteorology, allowing and the quality of light. a gym and yoga room and bookable
them to make informed decisions on building, the treatment rooms.
whether to open or close windows or Should WELLv2 Certification be
rely on air-conditioning. invisible 70 per cent, achieved, Mirvac has committed On the rooftop a proposed infinity
to two years of ongoing monitoring
Sensors will be placed in common and management of the technology, edge pool overlooks the spectacular
Brisbane River and lounge pods
areas to provide snapshots of indoor that determines before handing over to the invite residents to enjoy fresh air
air quality, recording levels of Owners’ Corporation. and natural light, without leaving
formaldehyde, particulates, CO2, their home address.
temperature and humidity. its performance “We maintain a whole of life
involvement across our projects,”
Under-sink water filters aim to purify says Mr Crellin. “It’s fundamental “We understand the importance of
living healthily and well,” says Ms
drinking water, reducing or removing and liveability.” for the team to go through that Sarcasmo. “The place we choose
sediment and rust particles, journey. Seeing the buildings to call home has such a significant
Chlorine, bad taste, odours, limescale commissioned and completed, and impact on physical and mental
and a range of organisms. BRETT CRELLIN understanding how the residents health and we are in the privileged
Mirvac Design Director use the building, influences design
The lighting design creates an decisions for the next project.” position of helping our residents
environment that supports the live their best life.”
sunrise and sunset progression, to
maintain the body’s natural circadian
rhythm, which has been shown to Mirvac has registered with the International WELL Building Institute to seek WELLv2
certification for Portman on the Park. However, WELLv2 certification for Portman on
improve sleep quality and positively the Park is not guaranteed. Mirvac and Landcom* make no representations on whether
impact mood and productivity. certification will be obtained or the level of certification that may be achieved (i.e. Bronze, *https://www.mckinsey.com/industries/consumer-packaged-goods/
our-insights/feeling-good-the-future-of-the-1-5-trillion-wellness-market
Silver, Gold or Platinum). Further conditions apply if WELLv2 certification is achieved.
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