Orchard vision for Subi Centro complex

Edge Visionary Living is building a five-storey complex, Orchard Terrace, in the revitalised Subi Centro precinct, including 82 apartments and four commercial premises. Designed by Hillam Architects, it will include a rooftop orchard of orange, lemon and lime trees. Other rooftop amenities include a solar-heated 15m pool, sunset lounge areas, yoga deck, cabana with outdoor […]

Edge Visionary Living plants seed for urban oasis

EDGE Visionary Living is making its mark on the revitalisation of the Subi Centro precinct. Following its critically acclaimed Botanical apartments, Edge Visionary Living is set to branch out with its latest landmark address in Subiaco, Orchard Terrace. The five-storey building will showcase contemporary urban design, premium amenities and luxury specifications, all set in a […]

Urban oasis comes to Subi

As residents settle into their new apartments at Botanical in Subiaco, the developer, Edge Visionary Living, is looking ahead to its next Subi project – Orchard Terrace. The five-storey building on the corner of Wunderlich Road will have 82 apartments, four commercial premises, and the rooftop amenities will include a solar-heated 15m pool, sunset lounge […]

Shorten would approve of new Subi flats

All car bays in a proposed block of flats in Subi Centro could have charging points for electric vehicles, project owners say. A development application from Subiaco-based Hillam Architects for 25 apartments and a ground-floor café in a five-storey building at 6 Carter Lane is out for public comment until May 17. Hillam is asking […]

The role of an architect.

As architects, we have had a significant presence throughout history, though over time our role and influence on society, culture and form have evolved into something much more dynamic. There is now a greater complexity attached to the profession, in that we are assuming the roles and values of teachers, philanthropists and conservationists. Additionally, we […]

Rent disrupter opens its doors in Subiaco

Sentinel Real Estate’s build-to-rent project – an Australian first – is about to open in Subiaco. The bold move by the US property firm, is expected to start a groundswell of Australian build-to-rent development, with ASX-listed Mirvac hot on its heels. The duo are set to disrupt the rental market status quo across the country, […]

VIP surprise at development’s grand opening

Visitors to the grand opening of Botanical Apartments in Subiaco last month may have been surprised to bump into celebrated Australian sports commentator Dennis Cometti as they toured the building’s rooftop leisure amenities and the few apartments still for sale. Mr Cometti, who voiced the radio advertisements for the open house, was among the VIPs […]

The Home as a Habitat

A tale of structures, succulents and success. I’ve been working at Hillam Architects for almost one year now and it’s clear there is a significant design emphasis on the incorporation of nature and greenery. One only has to look towards the names of our projects; Botanical, Eden and most recently, Orchard Terrace, to see a […]

WSW: Sales on Edge

Edge Visionary Living celebrated the grand opening of its Botanical Apartments last month. The six-storey 74-apartment development was over 90 per cent sold before completion and the few remaining apartments were open to view during the weekend event. More than 1000 people toured the project, including the rooftop leisure facilities, and special guests included Dennis […]

I Built It

When we admire a piece of music, marvel at a work of art, savour a delicious meal, or appreciate architecture which inspires the imagination; it’s easy to lose sight of the collective effort that created this outcome now worthy of being celebrated by the masses. Many of us will have walked through town with that […]