Lucient's translucent, sail-like facade has a shimmering mosaic finish created with a clever use of clear glass operable louvres, to complement the visual depth of the building's exterior.
"Our vision for this east-facing facade was to create a bold urban gesture to St Kilda Road and to Toorak Road directly across the intersection," Cole says.
"Lucient challenges the trend towards small units and it is refreshing to create apartments that will bring an iconic sense of grace to Melbourne's city centre," says the architect.
One of Lucient's key points of difference is its winter garden concept, a signature feature that invites the outdoors in. Created by the mechanically operable louvres on the building's curved facade, and measuring the full width of each apartment, the winter garden is effectively a very large indoor-outdoor dining area. Residents can open their living space out to the vibrancy of St Kilda Road or the bay side, or choose to keep the area enclosed, according to the weather conditions.
"The best of everything has gone into the design and fit-out of these apartments all have generous living areas and 2.9m-high ceilings," Cole says.
The vast entry lobby leads to individual living spaces with entry powder rooms, real-flame fireplaces and, in a typical apartment, three bedrooms with three ensuites or bathrooms.
Each apartment offers high-end features and finishes, including Miele kitchens, walk-in robes and vanities supplied by premium Italian company Poliform.
For further information, contact The Buchan Group, phone (03) 9329 1077, fax (03) 9329 0481. Email: tbg@melbourne.buchan.com.au , or visit the website: www.buchan.com.au .
02 Dec, 2008