Church Street Student Housing

DesignInc Sydney - Church Street Student Housing

Located in the leafy yet dense suburb of Camperdown, the Church Street boarding house provides a connected, convenient and productive lifestyle for a community of students.

Comfortable, connected and communal

Featuring 32 high amenity self-contained rooms, the development is in close proximity to Sydney University, a range of transport options and bustling King Street, Newtown. Generous communal living spaces on the ground floor open onto a private north-facing courtyard, capturing the sun year-round. Ample bicycle parking is provided as residents are encouraged to ride, walk or use public transport.

Location
Gadigal Country
Camperdown, New South Wales
Client
Church Street Flats Pty Ltd
Value
$5.2M
Scale
500m²
Year
2021 DA Approved
Collaborators
Perica & Associates Urban Planning
Project Contact
Ian Armstrong
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DesignInc Sydney - Church Street Student Housing

Urban context

A key challenge was designing a solution appropriate to the terraced conservation context while avoiding the roots and canopies of significant trees. The rhythm and height of neighbouring two-storey ‘row houses’ is mirrored in the elevations. Setbacks, height controls, articulated facades and screens help to ensure privacy, complement the streetscape and minimise overshadowing.

Look and feel

Material selection—including glass, natural concrete, terracotta battons, white textured render and charcoal matt Colourbond steel—create a modern and minimal aesthetic.

Cooper Hay DesignInc Sydney

Cooper Hay

Design Technician, Sydney

Nicolo Urbini - DesignInc Sydney

Nicolo Urbini

Architect, Sydney