The Wedge
Development Master Plan
Nineteen residences on individual titles
Residences a mix of two and three bedroom, attached and detached
High levels of general amenity balanced against appropriate density
Vehicular Access:
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Direct off Pigdons Road for 5 dwellings
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Two cul-de-sacs reach 7 dwellings each
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Cul-de-sacs used to reduce vehicular loading and the size of the roadway
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9 onsite visitor car parks, on street parking as available
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Garage and tandem car park to all dwellings
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Pedestrian movement and resident interaction is encouraged with a communal green space:
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Links the two cul-de-sacs
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An area for residents to meet, socialize and recreate
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Also an easement
Site Analysis:
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Outlook to east and south east
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South-west breezes for summer cooling
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Well shielded from the Ring Road due to level differences
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Intermittent noise from the main Thornhill Road controlled with building envelope
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Buildings work with slope to south-west – siting across contour
Sustainable Design Elements:
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Abundant natural lighting with northern exposure to all residences – 6 star+ designs throughout
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North facing private open space
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Orientation to cul-de-sac for optimal environmental and social benefit
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Stormwater infiltration promoted through permeable surfaces
Building Form:
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Clusters of buildings are offset to allow the north winter sun to penetrate into the internal living spaces and private open space of each dwelling
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Angulated roofs provide a sculptural aesthetic to the development when viewed from Pigdons Road and the overpass
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Repetition and standardisation for construction ease and efficiency
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5 building plans (of which 2 are the primary type)
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Visual uniformity created through the use of a singular design aesthetic and continuous rooflines
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Off the shelf materials utilised in creative but adaptable ways
Privacy:
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Residences are offset to limit overlooking between lots
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Main windows and outdoor living areas on opposing dwellings do not overlook
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The floor on which the living spaces are located alternates between dwelling sets to improve privacy