Victoria One, Golden Age Group’s new residential tower in Melbourne’s CBD has been unveiled.
Designed by Elenberg Fraser, the $350 million 75 level tower will stand on the corner of Elizabeth and Franklin Streets and add 629 apartments to an area of the city presently undergoing rapid reinvigoration.
Expected to commence construction later this year, it will feature 115 one bedroom, 482 two bedroom and 32 three bedroom apartments ranging in size from 41 to 92 square metres.
It will also feature two levels of retail spaces totaling 537 square metres.
Golden Age Group Managing Director Jeff Xu said the building’s design aimed to celebrate the best of Victoria, with inspiration drawn from the state’s natural landscapes and reinterpreted in an urban setting.
“Victoria One will be a landmark and Melbourne icon for years to come, showcasing the best of Victoria and the talent of one of the city’s best architectural practices,” Mr Xu said.
“It will be a building that is always transforming, with the strategic use of the fins dotted at varying points throughout the façade creating the illusion of movement from wherever you observe it.”
“Interest in Victoria One has been unparalleled with more than 60 per cent of the project sold to local buyers already.
Elenberg Fraser director Callum Fraser said form and façade of the building recalled Victoria’s most famous landscapes – the gardens, waterfalls, rainforests, waterways and beaches that make up the state.
“The fluid façade appears soft and yielding like the local parks, oceans and rivers. Green glazing with gold highlights gives a botanic feel,” he said.
“The fins, which appropriately also assist with wind and sun protection, are shimmering silver, shifting like the currents of a stream or leaves being shaken with rain.”
Three floors of communal space have been designed to touch on the great outdoors. On level nine, a pool, spa and gym inspired by the beaches and rock pools of the coast leads a long list of luxury communal facilities, including an indoor and outdoor entertaining zone in the recreation area.
There are two residents lounges, double dining rooms and dual poker rooms on level 40 and the exclusive One Club, on level 66.
“The design is highly detailed to ensure no centimetre is wasted and views and amenity are maximised. Smart joinery, versatile winter gardens and layouts that maximise space make Victoria One apartments feel fresh, light and refined,” Mr Xu said.
A German-engineered car stacker system provides access to 163 parking spots, allocating spots according to usage habits.
Completion is expected in early 2018.
Original article published at www.theurbandeveloper.com 25/7/2014