The site is part of the curtilage of the historic Brigidine Convent and more than 50% is covered by magnificent fig trees. It is located in the centre of The Spot village.
Sustainable design considerations balance the comfort of residents while increasing the building’s as-built and operational energy efficiencies. These include: north/ northeast orientation of the majority of units; landscaped roof terraces; material selection based on environmental performance; provision of natural light and ventilation to almost all habitable and circulation areas; and water storage and re-use for landscape irrigation.
Bidjigal and Gadigal Country, 57-63 St Paul’s Street, Randwick, NSW, Australia
St Basil’s Homes
2018 Winner Design Excellence Award, NSW Urban Taskforce Awards
2018 Finalist UDIA NSW - Excellence in Retirement Living
2018 Finalist UDIA NSW - Excellence in Aged-Care
2018 Finalist 6th Asia Pacific Eldercare Innovation Awards; Aging in Place category
2017 Finalist Design Excellence Category, Inaugural Property Council of Australia National Retirement Living Awards