12 November, 2010
Plans released today for 45 Park on the former Channel 7 site at Gilberton will establish the benchmark for transit corridor development in Adelaide, with its unique location providing residents easy access by foot, bike and public transport into the CBD and North Adelaide.
Adjacent to the River Torrens Linear Park, the proposed $180 million residential development will incorporate three medium rise apartment buildings with heights scaled between six and ten storeys.
Each building has been designed with its own unique characteristics to offer a range of options from one bedroom garden front apartments to penthouses with sweeping views over the Botanic Gardens and CBD. The completed project will feature 217 apartments.
A planned 6 storey apartment building with rooftop residential lounge and library will face Park Street and include 73 apartments.
The second 7 and 8 storey building will back onto the River Torrens and Linear Park and include 69 apartments.
The third 9 and 10 storey building with will face down Hackney Road and be naturally screened by established trees. This building will feature 75 apartments.
At the heart of the project will be nearly 6000 square metres of resort styled landscaped gardens incorporating tree lined walkways, courtyards, an expansive lawn area for picnics and an outdoor cinema and pool and gym facilities.
This open space is an area in equivalent size to 24 tennis courts and will provide direct access to the Linear Park for walkers and cyclists to encourage a healthy and active lifestyle.
Watersun Pty Ltd Project Director, Mr. Garry Garside said 45 Park will provide the high quality city fringe development that Adelaide needs to accommodate residents close to the city and decrease our reliance on public transport.
“The project is consistent with the intent of Adelaide’s 30-year plan.
“45 Park is set to become a landmark residential community which will help shape future living options in Adelaide.
“The project is underpinned by a commitment to sustainable development with plans to achieve a 7 star NatHERS energy rating.
“The apartments will incorporate environmentally sustainable design features such as the use of sustainable, recycled and renewable building materials.
“All apartments will feature high performance glazing, allow cross ventilation, abundant natural light and be constructed of components with thermal mass to moderate indoor temperatures.
“Our commitment though goes beyond the latest environmentally sustainable design to exploring other initiatives to reduce residents impact on the environment including on-site bicycle and smart car pooling to help reduce air pollution and traffic local congestion.
During construction, the project is expected to create in excess of 300 jobs in planning, design, building and landscaping.
Watersun Pty Ltd and its joint venture partners have significant development and construction experience with high quality residential projects in South Australia and Western Australia.
More information on 45 Park.
Media contact: Simon Hatcher 0419 780 071
