Page 76 - Mirvac Residential Magazine_Issue_15
P. 76
“On a smaller scale, our approach “This is a site that has been locked the place,” says Mr Ropiha. “At
to new developments on the away from public use for more the edges are low scale Federation
north shore has won us a legion than 65 years,” says Mr Long. buildings, designed to complement
of local fans. Developments such “When the old Channel 9 buildings the century old houses of
as Latitude at Lavender Bay, were demolished it became clear Willoughby through the use of
Seldon at Lindfield, Pacific Place at that one of the greatest gifts to brickwork and a rhythm to the
Chatswood and more recently St the community would be the facades that matches the grain of
Leonards Square. In each instance, reintegration of the site into the the detached houses.
the architecture was right for its existing neighbourhood.”
time and place.” “At the centre of the site are
Tai Ropiha explains how a gentle the Aspect buildings which are
The integration of new homes interface with the Willoughby contemporary and sculptural,
in a neighbourhood dominated street network will be achieved by celebrating the core ambition of
by single storey Federation positioning low-rise buildings at apartment living; to have access to
homes has been approached with the street edge and taller buildings, light, air and views.
a sensitivity that demonstrates which capture leafy district views,
Mirvac and Chrofi’s understanding in the middle of the site. “Then the Reserve buildings with
of the very human desire to their organic curves that sit as
resist change unless there are “The architecture extends the part of the green belt on the lower
demonstrable benefits. masterplan principles, deepening part of the site, having an intimate
the connection of the project to outlook into the park system.”
Left: Light filled living areas connect to the outdoors
Below: Generous courtyards lend a house-like quality
Artist impression. Indicative only and subject to change.# Image shows upgraded finishes and fitting options.
Mirvac General Manager,
Residential Development NSW,
Toby Long, says the company felt
strongly that it was destined to
“As designers we have the power take ownership of the highly prized
Willoughby site.
to bring happiness and joy, “When we acquired this site in
2020, we were of the strong belief
that this opportunity was meant for
moments of surprise and delight.” us; that we were the best developer
to do it justice and provide the
outcome that Willoughby needed
and wanted,” says Mr Long.
“We know from experience, that
whenever you undertake this
type of urban transformation, it is
important to bring the community
with you. The change from
commercial to residential use will
gift to the people of Willoughby, and
our new residents, 6,500sqm of new
NICOLAS THIOULOUSE
Mirvac Design Director green space.
“This merging of the private and
public domain is a formula that has
produced some of Sydney’s most
cherished places.
Artist’s impression. Indicative for illustrative purposes only and not intended to be representative of the final product. Landscaping and other aspects of the project may differ from this illustration.
Artist impression shows upgraded finishes and fitting options. Indoor and outdoor furnishings and pot plants are not included.
74 ISSUE 15 SUMMER 2022 The Right Place by Mirvac The Right Place by Mirvac ISSUE 15 SUMMER 2022 75 
