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Kooyong Gardens
Kooyong, Victoria | 2024
Type

Multi-Residential

Team

Hugh Michelmore, Justine Lo, Sam Cudlipp, Slaven Busatlija, Sarah Wardlaw, Felix Filbert

Surrounded by leafy streets and stately homes, Kooyong sits quietly within its setting, defined by a refined palette of tactile, enduring materials and an architecture that speaks in gestures of elegance and restraint.

Nestled in the heart of Kooyong—a coveted little pocket of Melbourne’s inner east—this collection of nine residences reinterprets the area’s rich architectural heritage through a contemporary lens. Its sculpted roofline, inspired by the iconic nearby Kooyong Tennis Club, tapers and tiers with soft precision—bringing a sense of rhythm and fluidity to the form.

Inside, the residences are thoughtfully planned to celebrate space, light, and privacy. Floor-to-ceiling windows frame sweeping views of the adjacent parklands, dissolving the boundary between indoors and out. These views are complemented by a landscape design that prioritises serenity: winding walkways, lush plantings, and shared spaces that foster quiet connection and calm.
At every level, the architecture is driven by a desire to create homes that feel timeless, grounded, and intimately connected to place.

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