First look: New Rhodes apartments pitched
Rhodes has become a popular spot for some of Sydney's biggest developers.
The likes of Billbergia and Deicorp have taken to the peninsula suburb to develop some of its most architecturally striking skyscrapers.
However the latest plans, filed by a company linked to Joseph and Pierre Jacobs of Prolet Construction, are for something more boutique.
They're seeking to develop an eight-level building on a 1854 sqm triangular site at 2-4 Denham St. It will have 34 apartments above three basement levels of parking for 34 cars and 68 bicycles.
There will be six one-bedroom apartments on offer, 18 two-beds, and 10 three-bed apartments.
Designed by PBD Architects, the Denham St development will incorporate a podium form to create a balanced, human-scale streetscape that aligns with the existing lower-scale development and the desired future character of the area.
The building's massing and façade details are designed to harmonise with the local character while responding to the sun, views, setbacks, and the site's context.
The design is characterised by using differently pigmented precast concrete and a curtain wall system, which are durable and hard-wearing materials to ensure the development's longevity and enhance its integration into the neighbourhood.
The apartments are designed to maximise the north-facing aspect, ensuring adequate daylight access during winter, with private open space balconies or terraces to further maximise cross-flow ventilation.
The developer has also collaborated with landscape architect SITE IMAGE to integrate the building design with its natural surroundings, using a predominantly native planting palette to soften the building footprint and connect it with the existing local environment.
Strategically located, Denham St is conveniently within 210 metres from a proposed primary school site, 450 metres from a proposed ferry wharf, and 750 metres from the Rhodes train station.
