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We are pleased to announce Thomas Mitton’s recent promotion to Associate Director, coinciding with his 11-year milestone with the studio. Thomas has been instrumental in shaping some of our most ambitious projects, demonstrating a sharp eye for detail, technical precision and a collaborative leadership style that continues to inspire our team. Thomas’ promotion marks a pivotal moment as VIA builds on recent successes, including multiple award wins and permit approvals for sector-defining projects like Beachleigh Mount Eliza. Congratulations Thomas on this well-deserved recognition of your talent and dedication! Read more on the VIA Journal here: here: https://lnkd.in/gMGc2T5J #teamnews #designnews #architecturestudio #architectureaustralia

The seniors living sector is undergoing a significant evolution, driven by Baby Boomers’ demand for communities that prioritise lifestyle, wellness and independence. In an article shared by The Urban Developer, our Managing Director Frank Bambino explores this transformation, spotlighting how the recent permit approval for Beachleigh Mount Eliza represents this new direction. Designed by our studio and developed by Hengyi Pacific, Beachleigh is a prime example of how lifestyle-driven luxury is reshaping retirement living. Set on the Mornington Peninsula, this seaside community is set to address evolving expectations with its focus on active living, premium amenities and a seamless connection to place. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/ey-CMRnX #designnews #seniorsliving #thoughtleadership #theurbandeveloper

Our collaboration with Kapitol Group and NEXTDC continues to shape the future of data centre design with the latest expansion at the M2 facility in Tullamarine. The appointment for Stage 6 highlights the combined expertise of the project team, delivering an innovative facility ready to meet tomorrow’s demands. Completion is set for mid-2025. #datacentre #projectappointment #architecture #designnews

Our Director Mark Allan is a guest speaker at HLS Healthcare's Days for Better Ways event. Kicking off today, the exclusive event brings together top minds in healthcare to challenge conventional thinking and unlock the latest innovations. Mark will be sharing his insights on the topic of ‘Designing for the Seniors of Tomorrow: Reimagining the Industry’s Approach for a New Ageing Demographic,’ exploring the shift across the seniors living sector towards lifestyle-centric design. #DaysforBetterWays #designnews #seniorslivingdesign #architecture 

// Architecture for change // TLC Healthcare’s Mordialloc project, Australia’s first multigenerational community care precinct, has received the 2024 Good Design Australia Award for Social Impact. Designed by our studio, this pioneering precinct introduces a forward-thinking model of integrated care to the sector. It brings together aged care, early learning, community health & wellness facilities and a village café, creating a cohesive space that promotes intergenerational connections while enhancing community wellbeing. Our design approach focused on facilitating everyday interactions across generations, further enhancing the impact of the Jellyfish Program that formally connects aged care residents and early learners for shared learning experiences. Read the full story in our journal article linked below. https://lnkd.in/gqnE9Jtb #designnews #architecturestudio #gooddesign2024 #awardwin

// Luxury retirement living, reimagined // Exciting news for Beachleigh Mount Eliza. Hengyi Pacific’s transformative seniors living community recently received planning approval, ushering in an upscale lifestyle opportunity for seniors. Unparalleled to anything seen on the Mornington Peninsula, Beachleigh is an ambitious development designed to meet the growing demand for luxury retirement living. “Beachleigh is the next evolution in how we approach retirement living,” said our Managing Director Frank Bambino. “The project builds on our experience in creating lifestyle-centric seniors living communities and takes it a step further, elevating the resident experience with a refined sense of luxury.” We look forward to bringing this vision to life—a vision that reimagines the possibilities for seniors living. Read more on our journal at the link below. https://lnkd.in/gQVpQsGD Frank Bambino Mark Allan Thomas Mitton Mark Nutter #designnews #permitapproval #seniorsliving #architecturestudio

Dux Churchill, Orion International Group’s inaugural retirement living community under its Dux Living brand, has officially launched to market. Designed by our studio with interiors by Studio Tate, the project redefines boutique seniors living through a refined architectural vision. Located within the Ringwood Activity Centre, Dux Churchill integrates luxury, functionality and upscale communal spaces to offer retirees an environment that fosters independence, connection and enhanced quality of life. Congratulations to the Orion team on last week's successful launch event! Discover more here: https://lnkd.in/dakNgamX Frank Bambino Mark Allan Thomas Mitton #projectlaunch #seniorsliving #architecturestudio #designnews

Our partnership with RISING Melbourne 2024 was a unique opportunity to connect with Melbourne’s vibrant arts community. For the studio, attending the events, performances and installations was more than just supporting the festival—it was about immersing ourselves in the creativity and cultural energy that RISING Melbourne brought to life. “As a design studio, we believe in the power of architecture to inspire and elevate the human experience. Our major partnership with RISING celebrated this ethos and we are honoured to have contributed to the city’s cultural vibrancy,” said our Managing Director, Frank Bambino. #RISINGMelbourne #majorpartner #designstudio #designnews

Stage 3 of Pavilions Blackburn Lake is making significant progress, with Building 8 emerging and Building 7 now topped out. This progress brings the project team closer to realising the next chapter of this multi-award-winning seniors living community. Designed to offer independent living with a seamless connection to the surrounding natural bushlands, Pavilions Blackburn Lake embodies our vision of creating spaces that enrich the lives of our ageing population. It’s about more than considered architecture—this project facilitates broader community connections and promotes wellbeing across every aspect of its design. Sinclair Brook IRONSIDE Hecker Guthrie Galen Gan Frank Bambino Mark Allan #seniorsliving #constructionupdate #designstudio #designnews

Renowned journalist Elizabeth Tilley recently toured the Cimarron residence at Palm Lake Resort Pelican Waters, the largest of the home collections within the masterplanned community. Designed by our studio with interiors by Studio Collective, the Cimarron offers true luxury living tailored to over-50s. Featuring clean geometric lines, curved archways and natural finishes, the residence strikes a balance between high-end design details and effortless functionality within a premium resort setting. #architecture #masterplanning #designnews #luxuryhomedesign #seniorsliving #architecturequeensland