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Clarke Street

This prime residential site was transformed from a typical suburban lot containing a dated dwelling, to a contemporary development of four semi-detached units, targeted at provision of affordable housing.
Client:
Tim Hewitt Homes Pty Ltd
Site location:
40 Clarke Street, Lilydale
Date:
2010 - 2012
Services used:
Building design | Landscape architecture | Town planning | Urban design
Project size:
Infill development
Project type:
Medium density
Project overview

Town Planning / Building Design

  • Two-bedroom units designed to cater
    for reducing household sizes
  • Targeted the rental market whilst ensuring high levels of liveability
  • Specifically designed to complement the neighbourhood character
  • Overlook the adjacent park with upper level balconies

The Clarke Street site is located opposite Melba Park and within a short stroll to the main street of Lilydale. The 663sqm site offered excellent scope for medium density development. Although consistent with the Yarra Ranges Planning Scheme the proposal received refusal from Council’s Planning Department and subsequently a tribunal hearing was held and a permit issued.

 

Landscape Architecture

  • Low maintenance design
  • Retention and protection of street trees
  • Compact courtyards
  • Generous terraces with direct access from living areas

Retention and protection of significant established street trees allowed the development to blend instantly with the neighbourhood. The courtyards are designed to maximise useable open space and offer generous terraces with direct access from living areas. The landscape is treated in a low maintenance fashion to minimise management requirements and ensure longevity.