288-290 Victoria Street,
Brunswick, VIC 3056
A celebration of design and place. Inspired architecture meets an iconic locale.
Designed to establish a new benchmark of contemporary living to the leafy streetscapes of Brunswick, Frith & Howarth exhibits an interplay of sophisticated design, refined interiors and thoughtful communal spaces.
Artist Impression of Facade
Actual Southern View
Point of Difference
Before finalising the design, we spent hours comparing what’s currently on the market so we could offer genuine points of difference. We are only the second all-electric residential building in Brunswick. Our apartments are 21.3% bigger than the average apartment in Brunswick, with an average combined energy of 7.5 star NatHERS rating. We offer the latest kitchen appliances with the new Siemens IQ series, allowing residents to cook on auto-pilot. All south-facing apartments include city views from level 2, and being opposite the new local park also includes uninterrupted park views.
The principal in design ensures the apartments are house-sized in proportions, offering plenty of linen and storage space, proper laundries with side-by-side dryers and washers, sculleries and butler’s pantries and plenty of bedroom joineries. We feel that when you compare what we have included as standard, it ticks more boxes because we, as architects, understand how local families live and what is important to them.
“These exquisite homes are nestled in a culturally diverse neighbourhood, with parklands and nature right on your doorstep.”
Young Group – Property Developer
Artist Impression of Facade
“In designing these homes, we looked to capitalise on the location and surrounding elements that make this site unique. Given the close proximity to the park as well as direct vistas to the city, it was incumbent on us to design homes that are generous in proportion, considered in orientation and bountiful in scale. This approach, coupled with the natural surroundings of the site, ensures these homes are unmatched when it comes to internal amenity.”
Joshua Muyambo
Co-Director – MAP Architecture
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Actual Southern View
Actual Northern View
Artist Impression of Balcony
“To enable connection with neighbours, generous rooftop gardens with communal spaces and outdoor cooking areas offer a chance to develop a sense of community. Private open spaces with a selection of native and exotic plantings and gorgeous city views on the rooftop create a high-end aesthetic, with a low maintenance lifestyle. The perfect balance, so that residents can enjoy a serene living space.”
John Patrick
Principal – John Patrick Landscape Architects
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Artist Impression of Balcony
Inspired by the natural surrounds.
With a deep consideration of place, Frith & Howarth has been brought to life by its verdant landscape. Enveloped by centuries-old gum trees and bursts of native plantings, the surrounding environment informs the sculptural nature of the design. Inspired by the seasonal change of the Eucalyptus tree, a carefully composed symphony of rich textures and organic materials work in cohesion with the architecture and the land it resides on.
Artist Impression of Dining
Artist Impression of Living
Collapsing the boundaries between the inside and out.
The open-plan living area is a place of sanctuary and connection, defined by a relationship to the natural landscape. The seamless indoor-outdoor flow of the living space features full-height sliding doors that open to a sprawling terrace, inviting abundant natural light into the home. Here, the panoramic city views become an integral feature, creating an idyllic backdrop from within and throughout.
Frith & Howarth has been carefully crafted with a focus on the future. By integrating innovative, energy-efficient technologies and sustainable, eco-conscious materials, the development offers thoughtfully designed spaces that address the needs of today while anticipating the challenges of tomorrow. These spaces promote comfort, durability and sustainability, ensuring a living environment that adapts to the changing demands of future generations, fostering a sense of wellbeing for years to come.
Rainwater Tank
An integrated rainwater tank captures and reuses water for non-potable purposes, such as garden irrigation. Sustainable water management reduces strain on municipal supplies, benefiting both the environment and residents by lowering water usage and costs.
Exceptional Standards
The average combined energy of 7.5 star NatHERS rating is reached through innovative design, including optimised orientation, superior insulation and energy-efficient glazing. These elements ensure the homes maintain consistent indoor temperatures, reducing energy consumption and creating a more sustainable, cost-effective living environment for all residents.
Double Glazed Windows
Double glazed windows enhance thermal comfort and reduce noise pollution, creating a quieter, more comfortable indoor environment. It also helps regulate indoor temperatures, reducing heating and cooling needs while providing a peaceful living space throughout the seasons.
Number Plate Recognition
Number plate recognition enables seamless, automated access to the garage. Cameras scan license plates, match them to a database, and open gates for authorized vehicles. This enhances security, convenience, and reduces the need for manual intervention.
Better Apartment Design Standards
The development adheres to Victoria’s Better Apartment Design Guidelines, ensuring high-quality living spaces. These guidelines prioritise functionality, sustainability and liveability, enhancing residents’ experience. Each residence is house-sized in propositions, offering plenty of linen and storage space, proper laundries with side-by-side dryer and washers, sculleries and butler’s pantries with plenty of bedroom joinery.
Sustainable Materiality
The integrity of the building is ensured by using non-toxic, environmentally friendly and socially responsible materials. Built with high-end engineered wood products with airtight awareness, this not only contributes to a healthier indoor environment, but increases the longevity of your home. Adhering to responsible construction methodology and management, Frith & Howarth commits to recycle at least 80% of construction waste.
High Quality Insulation
High-quality insulation throughout the residences minimises heat loss in winter and reduces heat gain in summer, ensuring year-round comfort. This enhances energy efficiency, reducing the need for artificial heating or cooling and lowering monthly bills.
Renewable Energy
Designed with the future in mind, the building is equipped with exceptional solar panels, with all power feeding into the communal system. The building is gas-free, with premium new Siemens IQ series appliances that allow residents to cook on auto pilot, as well as an electric hot water system fitted throughout.
Communal Garden & Landscaping
The communal garden and veggie patch provide an instant connection to nature, fostering a healthier environment and a sense of community, benefiting residents’ physical and mental wellbeing. Thoughtfully designed landscaping throughout the development enhances biodiversity, improving air quality and cultivating outdoor spaces for relaxation.
Whole of Home Initiative
Frith & Howarth’s commitment to Sustainability Victoria’s Whole of Home Initiative means that each residence is optimised for energy efficiency. This holistic approach lowers carbon emissions and operational costs, contributing to a more sustainable lifestyle for residents while supporting environmental goals.
High Speed Internet Connectivity
Each residence is complete with seamless high-speed internet connectivity, providing easy access to digital services and smart home technologies. Residents can enjoy a connected, future-proof lifestyle that supports modern work-from-home and entertainment needs.
EV Chargers
EV charging provisions are also included in the basement for every residence. This convenient infrastructure encourages eco-friendly living by supporting electric vehicle use, reducing emissions and aligning with future-forward technology, all while enhancing the everyday convenience of life at home.
Artist Impression of Kitchen
Eucalyptus (Green)
Artist Impression of Kitchen
Silverwood (Grey)
A place to gather, unwind and relax.
Adjoining the living area, the kitchen embraces the intersection between form and function. A bespoke island bench with faceted panelling resonates back to the sculptural elements of the facade. Incorporating plentiful storage, a suite of high-end integrated appliances with multi-functional joinery, the generosity of this space will allow daily rituals to unfold with the utmost ease.
Artist Impression of Bedroom
Artist Impression of Credenza
Curated interiors that reflect
vision, intuition and inspiration.
In constant conversation with the architecture, Frith & Howarth’s bespoke interiors reflect its design philosophy by honouring the natural Brunswick landscape. The layered and textured design aesthetic echoes throughout the interiors, creating unified indoor and outdoor spaces.
Illustrating an artisan’s touch, the understated and elegant interiors pay homage to the raw and tactile materials utilised in the building’s form. Embracing cool tones, shades of matte eucalyptus are punctuated with soft brown accents and timber flooring.
Artist Impression of Master Ensuite
Eucalyptus (Green)
Elevating the art of everyday living.
The elegantly appointed and light-filled master ensuite provides a heightened sense of calm. Defined by premium finishes, the ensuite has been crafted without compromise – featuring a dual basin adorned in stone details, bespoke cabinetry and carefully-selected porcelain tiles that together, create an idyllic atmosphere for moments of relaxation.
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288-290 Victoria St. Brunswick
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