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Pindari Apartments

Case study

The Pindari development consists of 66 units and townhouses on an 8,000 m² site in North Randwick. The development is made up of 3 distinct blocks, each occupying one corner of the L-shaped site.

The site was previously owned by the University of NSW and was re-zoned in 2000 for residential use. A master plan was commissioned in 2002 which was completed by Candalepas Associates in conjunction with JBA Urban Planning, with assistance from PSB Landscape Architects and Arborists and input from other consultants.

Unpainted material finishes have been used to reduce maintenance required for the building. High-quality, durable materials such as sandstone, off-form concrete and rendered brick contribute to the ability of the building to age well over time.

Public areas with high foot traffic have been highlighted through the use of material, such as sandstone around lift doors and marble and granite slabs on stair flights. Less important areas use simple concrete tiles and painted surfaces, though still at a high level of finish.

Project type

Mid-rise apartment (3 to 6 storeys)

Location

  • Aboriginal Country: Bidjigal and Gadigal
  • Suburb: Randwick
  • LGA: Randwick City Council

Development details

  • Site area (m2): 8,000
  • Land use zoning: R3 - Medium Density Residential
  • Number of storeys: 3
  • Number of homes in new development: 66
  • Number of homes prior to development: 0
  • Total number of car parking spaces: 137

Year

Completed 2008

Awards

  • 2009 - Frederick Romberg Award, AIA National Award Residential Architecture – Multiple Housing