A sculpted address among park and civic contexts

Park Modern

Park Modern occupies a rare island site at 11–23 Dorcas Street, offering panoramic views across Melbourne’s Botanic Gardens, Shrine of Remembrance, Albert Park, Port Phillip Bay and the city skyline. Designed for Time & Place, and positioned to connect with the Domain precinct, it establishes a refined, village-style address that celebrates its parkland and civic context.

 

Two towers are sculpted to optimise natural light, ventilation and privacy. A subtle shift in orientation gives each tower a distinct identity, with three sides forming a soft, curving shell and the fourth expressed as the primary façade. Floor-to-ceiling glazing frames long, diagonal view lines across the gardens, Shrine and city, ensuring landmark vistas remain accessible. The sculpted metal façades reinterpret St Kilda Road’s mid-century modern heritage, softening the towers’ profile and integrating them seamlessly with their historic and urban surroundings.

At street level, a textured podium of masonry blades and layered planting grounds the project, echoing the character of the neighbouring heritage church. The podium accommodates the lobby, retail, dining and shared amenities, creating a welcoming interface for residents and the broader community.

Across 243 residences; from one and two-bedroom apartments to expansive penthouses, the interiors are designed to enhance comfort, privacy, and connection to place, celebrating Melbourne’s tradition of refined, parkside living. A central garden bridge links the towers, extending the park experience and reinforcing a sense of calm,
elevated community.

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Cian Davis

Director, Bates Smart

Details

Client

Time & Place

Location

Melbourne | Wurundjeri Country, Australia

Year

2027

Status

Ongoing

Area

42,000 sqm, 18 storeys, 3 basements, 243 apartments