Terraced Housing – Coogee: Stage 2 (Driftwood)
Project | Terraced Housing
Developer: Yolk Property Group
Architect: Harris Jenkins
Contract Value: Staged development
Contract: Construct Only
Location: Port Coogee
Project overview
Dale Alcock Projects and Webb Brown Neves collaborated with Yolk Property Group to deliver 21 two and three level terrace premium quality townhouses in Port Coogee over 4 separable portions. The high quality of design and finishes/specifications made these homes incredibly appealing to several market sectors in Port Coogee. Stage one included 5 two storey architecturally designed terraced homes that were all sold during construction.
Given the success of stage one Yolk Property Group began construction on the next stage of 7 terraces. Based on market feedback Yolk Property Group instructed Harris Jenkins Architects to modify the design of stage 2 to include a portion of 3 storey terraces that included a loft.
Challenges Overcome
Stage 2 initially included two storey homes of which five were two bedrooms. Based on market research and feedback it was revealed that a 3 storey, 3 bedroom loft would have greater appeal to the market. Harris Jenkins modified the design of 5 townhouses in this stage to provide the 3 storey lofted outcome. To provide flexibility for the purchaser DAP installed service provisions to the upper floor meaning the loft could be transformed into any combination of bedroom, office, theatre and ensuite or kitchenette.
Yolk Property Group has a clear understanding of the Port Coogee market and the required product, specification and price for a project to be successful. To ensure the product and the price were aligned to the market demands the Dale Alcock Projects team, Harris Jenkins Architecture and Yolk Property Group collaborated to refine the designs and finishes by utilising the ABN Group’s buying power and supply chain.
There were a few challenges during this stage – it was a tight site, meaning increased co-ordination with our suppliers and trades to ensure there was minimal impact to deliveries. The occupants had moved into Stage 1 of Driftwood, so we had to be mindful of disruption and noise during the build, to ensure minimal disturbance to those already living in the nearby homes.
Project Highlights
A number of building innovation techniques were used on this build. Incorporating the storm water system from the roof through to the balcony whilst still keeping a modern look as well as window boxes on the front elevation which used lightweight but durable material to prevent waterproofing issues.
The highlight of this project was the delivery of this development within a quick timeframe – 40 week build time. The end product – fantastic looking facades, high quality construction and high-end appliances – was commended on by the architect, saying it looked better than he envisioned.
The success of stage two’s release provided momentum to Yolk to begin construction of stage 3 which is due to begin in July 2020.
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