ST BERNARD’S COLLEGE – THE PIAZZA & QUAYS
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.
SIMONDS CATHOLIC COLLEGE – YEAR 11 & 12 CENTRE
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.
HAMPTON EAST APARTMENTS
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.
ST KEVIN’S COLLEGE – HEYINGTON RECEPTION
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.
ST KEVIN’S COLLEGE – GLENDALOUGH CAMPUS OUTDOOR RECREATIONAL PLAY SPACES & UNDERGROUND CAR PARK
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.
ST KEVIN’S COLLEGE – GLENDALOUGH CAMPUS MULTI-PURPOSE LEARNING BUILDING
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.
ST KEVIN’S COLLEGE – HEYINGTON LIBRARY
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.
ST KEVIN’S COLLEGE – HEYINGTON STAFF FACILITY
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.
SIMONDS CATHOLIC COLLEGE – MIDDLE SCHOOL BUILDING
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.