Residential

With a colourful history as part of an early WW1 Experimental Station for Poppy flower propagation for medicinal purposes and then as the Downer Primary School, the substantial site adjacent to Downer Shops is moving into a new phase offering genuine housing choice for the north Canberra community. Stage 1 of “The Bradfield”, developed by CHC Australia, is now complete including 37 Townhouses. AMC was first commissioned back in 2013 to lead a masterplanning study, sustained community engagement and then a Territory Plan change for CHC. With strong support from the Community, AMC then developed a detailed concept for the eastern and central portions of this substantial site which will ultimately include the construction of 160 residential dwellings across 6 buildings. The development concept is inspired by its attractive landscaped setting nestled in among magnificent old stands of pine trees and the simple pitched roof form of the nearby heritage-listed CSIRO Experimental Station (now Downer Shops). The materials palette is a nod to the original character of red brick / dark roof tiles so common in the area and the retention of the “Old School Courtyard” is an attractive landscape heart to the development for all to use. Stage 2 of the Bradfield is now well into construction, so more to come.

For more information on the project visit: https://amcarchitecture.com.au/portfolio/downer-mixed-use-development-downer/

The recently completed Monash PHRT project was officially opened today, marking the 1000th public housing dwelling to be handed over to Housing ACT as part of the ACT’s Public Housing Renewal Taskforce program.  The program commenced in 2015 and is close to achieving its objective of renewing a total of 1,288 dwellings by June 2019.  AMC is proud to have been a part of the PHRT Monash project, working with Boss Projects Group to deliver 17 townhouses and 13 apartments offering tenants energy-efficient homes that are close to public transport, shops and local amenities.  Read more about this project here.

A striking contemporary sculpture has recently been installed at AMC’s Denman Village Shops development.  ANU Fine Arts student, Naomi Taylor Royd,  won a competition run by Capital Estates with her Eucalyptus Triad sculpture, “inspired by the simple organic shapes of native eucalyptus trees”.  The artwork consists of three 6m high curvilinear steel elements painted a bold red which are now installed in the main forecourt of the retail precinct.  The sculpture is the latest addition to the recently completed development designed by AMC and complements the bold curves and natural materials palette which also take their cue from the natural surroundings and features of the Molonglo Valley.  Read more about the sculpture here.

AMC-designed townhouse development for Domain Design Projects is currently under DA assessment and recently featured in the Canberra Times.  The development includes 10 townhouses (a mix of 3 and 4 bedroom houses) with basement parking located on Oliver Street close to Lyneham shops, Dickson and a new light rail station.  Read more about this project here.

After 13 years, the Giralang community will soon have a new vibrant local centre after Planning Minister Mick Gentleman recently called in and approved a proposed four storey, mixed-use development including a 1,000sqm supermarket, community spaces and residential apartments.  This is an exciting and long-awaited result for Giralang Properties, AMC and the Giralang community and is a positive outcome after a series of setbacks since the original shops closed in 2005.  Construction is due to commence in October 2018 with the supermarket operational from late-2019.  Watch this space!  Read more here.

Construction of Canberra Airport Group’s new Denman Prospect village centre will commence soon.  AMC’s contemporary design for this unique and exciting development features high quality materials, views across Craven Creek Reserve and offers residents a variety of shops, restaurants and a stand-a-lone medical centre as well as townhouse residences overlooking the Molongolo Valley.  Read more about this project here.

AMC, the MBA and the LDA recently partnered with Renaissance Homes to design and deliver a new Charity House Project for 2016. The LDA contributed two adjoining separate title in-fill parcels of land in Deakin and MBA members, led by Renaissance Homes and AMC, donated (or provided at low cost) professional consultancy services, construction materials and labour. This is the third Charity House Project of its kind and is expected to raise more than $1m for three local charities.  Read more about this project here.