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Contour

Case study

The 9 apartments developed at Contour in Cronulla combine coastal lifestyle with urban living, contributing to local biodiversity through native landscaping. Credit: Tom Ferguson. Source: PBD Architects

Contour Apartments is a development in Cronulla made up of nine 3-bedroom apartments. In contrast to the existing apartments in the area, the development has a contemporary design inspired by the surrounding environment.

The warm white curvilinear bands and timer battens that wrap around the building create a smooth transition from indoor to outdoor. The curved shape of the building allows for homes with good balconies, private spaces, cross ventilation and views of the surrounding landscape. The balconies are splayed which provides privacy and views without disrupting the existing streetscape.

To support local biodiversity, coastal plants that do not disturb the local flora and fauna were chosen for the garden. The landscape surrounding the building extends to the street edge, removing strict boundaries between public and private spaces.

  1. Project type

    Mid-rise apartment (3 to 6 storeys)

  2. Architect/Designer

    PBD Architects

  3. Location

    • Aboriginal Country: Dharawal
    • Suburb: Cronulla
    • LGA: Sutherland Shire Council
  4. Development details

    • Developer: Multipart Property and WT Malouf
    • Site area (m2): 995
    • Land use zoning: R4 - High Density Residential
    • Number of storeys: 5
    • Number of homes in new development: 9
    • Number of homes prior to development: 2
    • Total number of car parking spaces: 20
  5. Year

    Completed 2022