the evelyn

Mt. Ommaney, Brisbane, Australia

The proposed retirement village at McLeod Country Golf Club is situated on the north-western corner of the 1.63-hectare site, with the masterplan thoughtfully shaped in response to its varied surroundings and interfaces. A key design strategy was to transition the scale of the built form from the street edge, progressing from lower-scale townhouses to taller apartment buildings, incorporating generous setbacks to reduce visual impact and respectfully distance the development from neighbouring properties.

Positioned on a knoll at the high point of the golf course, the buildings follow the natural contours of the land and are carefully nestled within the existing greens and tee blocks, enabling the 18-hole course to remain fully operational with minimal disruption to players. The architectural articulation breaks down building mass through recessed façades and varied forms, responding to key vistas and the broader landscape setting.

Comprising a total of 122 dwellings across all buildings, with a single-level underground basement, the development offers a diverse mix of apartment and townhouse-style homes. The vision is to create a peaceful and refined living environment that provides residents with choice, comfort, and a sense of tranquillity within a quiet suburban setting.