Homage to neighbourhood charm
437 St Kilda Road
437 St Kilda Road is a timeless and enduring addition to one of Melbourne’s most prominent boulevards. Initially designed for GLG and subsequently developed with Cbus Property, it offers 77 generous, energy-efficient residences with extensive luxury amenities in a prime location.
The project benefits from a unique corner site on Fawkner Park, close to the new Anzac Metro Station and the cultural and lifestyle hubs of the CBD, Toorak Road, South Yarra and Albert Park. Its extensive northern frontage along Slater Street allows access to natural daylight and immersive views of Melbourne’s grand boulevard, city skyline and its finest parks and gardens.
The massing is informed by setback and vista controls, as well as perceived scale from the street and park. The architecture draws inspiration from local iconic Art Deco buildings. It embraces Streamline Moderne principles, characterised by strong horizontal lines, softened corners and balanced proportions. The result is a built form that respects the neighbourhood’s heritage and blends seamlessly with its contemporary context.
On the façade, expansive glazing wraps around corners and extends onto balconies, while profiled masonry spandrels offer shade and accentuate the building’s streamlined allure.
At ground level, significant landscaping creates a verdant garden along St Kilda Road. The lobby welcomes residents and visitors with abundant natural light and views of the garden extending to sumptuously appointed resident amenities.
Grant Filipoff
Associate Director, Bates Smart
Inside, the building has a unique mix of 2- and 3-bedroom apartments, along with whole-floor residences on the upper levels. The interior design references its context, where Art Deco and Streamline Moderne design principles are interpreted in a contemporary, enduring manner.
Curved polished plaster walls, coffered ceilings and sculptural furniture defines the spaces, with a soft tonal palette enhancing the verdant outlook. Softly curved joinery compliments the softened corners and strong horizontal lines of the building. This form-making is extended to the design of custom tapware and cabinetry handles. The restrained tonal palette is elevated with custom-designed parquetry flooring and the movement and character of natural stone joinery.
Details
Client
Cbus Property
Location
Melbourne | Bunurong Country, Australia
Sectors
Year
2027
Status
Ongoing
Area
28,000 sqm
Photography
Sean Fennessy