Behind the restored façade of the heritage-listed Eliza Tinsley building, the lobby and amenities are crafted with a rich tapestry of opulent materiality and diverse spatial qualities designed to foster a distinct sense of place, connection and community. Providing residents with a sanctuary in the city, the tranquil pool is inspired by traditional hammams and grand Roman bathhouses, while the salon is a spacious reading room that serves as a quiet haven. Private dining rooms nod to Melbourne speakeasies, and the Whiskey Room is a sophisticated space for intimate gatherings.

 Recognising the evolution in city living, the apartments are designed predominantly for owner-occupiers, with generous, spacious floor plans that maximise amenity and offer expansive views. Timeless and elegant materiality and detailing imbues the warm, textural interiors with a strong sense of permanence and place that speaks to a contemporary aesthetic while capturing Melbourne’s historical essence.

The checkerboard-pattern tiles that feature in the lobby, amenities and apartments are translated to the east and west elevations of the 68-storey glass tower, with a grid motif elongating the perspective. The elegant building appears as if it’s comprised of two towers, reducing its scale on the skyline and disrupting the wind to create a more comfortable environment at ground level. Here, we expanded and rejuvenated Langs Lane, transforming it into an active, inviting laneway that is quintessentially Melbourne.