This project unfolds with the vision of crafting a vibrant Commons area for students, thoughtfully positioned in proximity to the new Student study zone and Canteen. Seamlessly integrated into the campus layout, these spaces are strategically designed for easy accessibility from multiple points, with large openings that facilitate a seamless flow of connectivity and an abundance of natural daylight. In harmony, they form a dynamic nexus for the campus community, fostering collaboration and enriching the overall student experience.  The piazza stands as the vibrant nucleus of the College, shaping its new beating heart. This meticulously designed space serves as the paramount gathering point, where students, staff, and visitors converge to connect, interact, and unwind. Seamlessly linking vital segments of the College, the design draws inspiration from the traditional yarning circle and thoughtfully weaves in elements of a riverbed, paying homage to indigenous heritage and its profound connection to Steel Creek. In its form and function, this architectural design encapsulates the essence of community, culture, and place.

Stage One works at St Kevin’s College has completely transformed the existing play areas at the Glendalough Campus with the introduction of a vibrant playground and play turf that cleverly conceals the construction of 130 space car park beneath.  Combining functionality with seamless design sensibility, the project has been carefully considered to enrich the campus experience for students, staff and the broader school community.

Boasting 360-degree panoramic views overlooking the Victorian High Country, this exquisitely designed luxury penthouse is nothing less than spectacular. With 6 separate bedrooms, this penthouse can accommodate up to 20 people. A feature timber ceiling throughout the communal living areas creates a cosy warmth that is intensified by its pairing with dark textured panelling and a feature marble stone. Finishes are simple, yet elegant and perfectly frame each window highlighting each breath-taking view.

Located at Kew Junction, Denmårk consists of 59 premium apartments specifically tailored for the local market. Our inspiration descends from Nordic design, traditionally characterized by simplicity, minimalism and functionality. We have crafted this building to highlight the iconic Scandinavian materials of blond timbers, natural stone and contrasting black steel elements to create a premium residential feel that is strong & inviting.

A new home for the staff at St Kevin’s College in Toorak. This refurbishment has injected a new lease of life to the existing building. Double height ceilings allow natural daylight into the office creating both a clean and fresh space for the staff to assemble, prep and rewind.

This new multi-purpose learning building has completely transformed the entrance to the St Kevin’s College Glendalough campus by embracing streetscape opportunities and developing a new and inviting pedestrian entry that sensibly flows into a new reception hub with direct access to the leadership team, lift and playground; then continues into a series of varied teaching spaces. Special consideration has been made to ensure the new learning spaces are seamlessly connected to the existing internal corridors delivering improved efficiencies to the daily staff and student flows.

Situated in Walter Burley Griffin’s Mount Eagle Estate the Eaglemont Residence has commanding views over Melbourne’s eastern suburbs. Our brief was to create a robust and timeless family home to capture the views over Melbourne whilst connecting the living spaces to the park at the rear. Drawing on our experience of working with concrete, metal and timber our aim was to create an honest expression of these materials throughout the project that will endure for many years.

This new multi-purpose learning building is the first stage of the Simonds Catholic Collage masterplan and sets new a standard in education design. Responding to current 21st century best practise and pedagogy the building consists of mixed-type, flexible teaching spaces. A new state of the art fabrication workshop zone spans the lower level, with home rooms above organised by year levels, that open into a central atrium breakout space prompting engaging collaborative learning amongst students.

Rising above the local shopping strip Moor is ideally positioned in the central activity centre of Moorabbin. The simplified architecture embraces quality materials and fundamental principles that emphasise simplicity, well planned spaces and crafted interiors. A connection to the building’s technology and integrated automation is expressed through rounded edges that draw reference from minimalist product design.

Stage Two of the Simonds Catholic College masterplan sees another exciting multi-purpose building proposal presenting an impressive full gymnasium with grandstand, rooftop library, school canteen, staff & admin area, and multiple general learning spaces. Designed to maximise the small site, the building has been designed so that each zone performs optimally and circulation throughout spaces are logical and seamless.

A convergence of functionality and architectural finesse, this contemporary update and expansion to the reception at St Kevin’s College has been seamlessly woven into the existing fabric of the Heyington Campus.  Our design subtly asserts its presence while respecting the established environment and has created an inviting space to welcome staff, students and visitors alike.

Nestled at the rear of their established West Melbourne campus, Simonds Catholic College seized a unique opportunity by acquiring a three-story tertiary education building. Collaborating closely, Chandler Architecture and Simonds Catholic College embarked on an ambitious journey to re-envision and re purpose this structure into a dedicated Year 11 and 12 facility. The transformed building will house general-purpose classrooms, inviting breakout spaces, cutting-edge specialist science laboratories, and an innovative STEM center, underscoring the commitment to providing a dynamic and forward-thinking educational environment.

A striking new library for the students at St Kevin’s College in Toorak. This project embraces a modern approach to learning characterised by a variety of student-centric spaces. A mix of collaborative learning desks, ottoman seating, reading nooks and private study rooms have all been incorporated into the design providing students with multiple study environment options.

This project is a vertical expansion and internal upgrade for a Melbourne CBD Hotel to provide an additional 38 hotels rooms. The scope includes a new roof terrace, ground floor retails spaces, new lifts, dining facilities and a gymnasium. Three new light weight levels have been designed not to overload the existing foundations. The new levels with offset windows are clad in folded metal panels in a rhythm reminiscent of the original facades art deco period.

In the heart of Victorias’ most desirable Mornington Peninsula, this beautifully crafted holiday home sits hilltop with sweeping uninterrupted views across the scenic Peninsula landscape. With a brief to create a homely countryside escape, the design features a selection of warm timbers and textures to achieve a comforting warmth. Accompanied by large full-height windows throughout, the design embraces a lightness as it welcomes the fresh coastal ocean breeze.

Presenting confidently on its’ corner location tucked just off the main road, our King St project is within walking distance to the local shops and Moorabin train station. It houses 140 apartments – a mix of one, two and three bedrooms designed to maximise balcony and outdoor terraces for each apartment.

Terraced over the banks of the Yarra River, these luxurious apartments have been designed to maximise the stunning views that the site has to offer.  The design incorporates full height windows that captures the sweeping views over the Yarra park lands a unique perspective to each apartment.

Belle Balwyn is a 5 level boutique apartment building located in the expanding shopping precinct opposite the Balwyn Cinemas. It contains 16 contemporary two and three bedroom apartments, basement parking and a ground floor food premises. A custom designed penthouse suite occupies the top floor that makes full use of the large terraces & commanding views.  The façade is characterised by expressed slab edges with a random arrangement of masonry infill panels, window openings & balconies to create a distinctive rhythm.

Located near the Abbotsford Convent and minutes walking distance to the Yarra River and Studley Park, these two generous townhouses are located in the heart of Abbotsford. With a focus on a strong materiality, we have contrasted black stained timber and dark brick with metal clad first floor that cantilevers over the front and rear. These townhouses provide a modern addition to the gentrified neighbourhood.

The Gheringhap Tower is a new commercial building that forms part of the transformation of Geelong from an industrial based regional town to a serviced based economy. Located in Geelong’s business precinct close to the train station, it is well connected to Melbourne and offers premium office facilities with outstanding north facing views over Corio Bay. The building is characterised by a passive sun control screen that forms part of part of the 5 Star Green Star & Nabers rating that controls sunlight to the office.

Comprising of 22 apartments over a basement carpark, we have designed the Iris as if it was a large home. Key elements we have used to enhance the boutique development are the natural materials, timber soffits and textured masonry walls combined with contemporary interiors and considered landscaping.

This project is located in the centre of Fitzroy North on the site that fronts two laneways. The townhouses help to rejuvenate some of Melbourne’s earliest urban fabric with new brick walls, recessed entries and garages that typify laneway architecture. Timber lined balconies and alcoves puncture the hard outer shell, providing warmth and opening up the comfortable family homes to private outdoor spaces beyond.

Situated in one of Melbourne’s greater established inner suburbs, our Elwood project comprises of a selection of twelve 1, 2, & 3 bedroom apartments.  Stylistically, our inspiration draws from the suburbs proximity to the beach. Through the use of light washed timber screening and sand coloured brick we have created an aesthetic that exudes a laidback beachside apartment living.

Forming part of the Guide Dogs Victoria masterplan the new Veterinary Hospital will be the gateway building on the Kew campus offering specialised services to the public and GDV. The clean simple lines of this building, combined with timber, water feature and extensive planting create a space where both animals and owners can relax.

Located in the heart of the Burgundy Street shopping precinct the Heidelberg apartments form part of the Uniting Churches strategy to provide improved facilities for the local parishioners and the wider community.  Our design formed part of a joint venture proposal to construct approximately 100 apartments, a community hall, multi-purpose space, offices, retail shops and a new civic space on underutilised land owned by the church.

The Alston consists of 26 two and three bedroom apartments over three levels with basement parking located on Malvern Road, Malvern East. Particular care was given to ensure the massing of the building facing Malvern Road was kept in scale to the surrounding homes with a lowered ground level, recessive upper level and generous setbacks.

New 12 level inner city hotel featuring 246 hotel rooms, 42 serviced apartments, swimming pool and café.