craigieburn aged care

craigieburn, melbourne, australia

The proposed development at 15 & 140 Dorchester Road, Craigieburn, will offer modern aged care services to the local community. Designed to foster an accessible and welcoming environment, the building will be closely integrated with its surrounding context. It will feature 132 aged care beds spread across five levels.

The east-west orientation of the site maximises the potential for natural northern light, offering numerous opportunities for both sunlight and views throughout the building. The ground floor is dedicated to community spaces, car parking, and hospitality services, with the community areas designed to engage the local streets, including an active café at the front and links to landscaped spaces. The four upper levels house the accommodation, featuring central social areas that open onto spacious external balconies.

The building’s design is intended to respect the local context. To reduce its scale and add depth to the façade, the building is divided into smaller vertical elements. The façade materials, including brick, render, and lightweight cladding, are inspired by the surrounding residential area.