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Scape, Kingsford

Scape, Kingsford

Located in a prime position adjacent to the light rail station along Anzac Parade corridor, PTW’s vision for Scape Kingsford is of a building that captures the energy and vibrancy of Anzac Parade, seeks inspiration from the surrounding rich heritage context, and is defined by its strong confident sculptural form. Scape Kingsford is part of a collective called KEKI, and one of five buildings to offer student accommodation in the Kensington to Kingsford corridor.

Offering 381 fully furnished residences designed to cater the needs of modern students, the 15 storey building is a clear indicator of the rapidly evolving character of the thriving Kingsford area. Our design solution reflects the richness and materiality of the historic buildings of the area with careful use of brickwork, façade filigree and greenery, whilst incorporating a sophisticated contemporary expression.

As a 6 star Green Star project, there was an emphasis on implementing innovative design approaches to minimise heat island effect, maximise carbon reduction, and achieve energy saving solutions across the building lifespan. One of these innovations was incorporation of greenery into the curtain wall façade, this was to both manage heat load, air quality and create an important link of the building to its surroundings. PTW worked closely with the façade engineer to design a unified system that integrates planters, associated drainage, automated watering systems, weather protection and thermal performance that is also a modularised curtain wall panel system.

Scape Kingsford is now home to many students and offers security and a sense of community for those living remotely from their families through colourful and vibrant common spaces,the rooftop gardens, entertaining pavilions and study zones.