Location
Collingwood,
Victoria
Photographer
Jorja KavellarisType
Multi-resBuilder
DrakkStatus
BuiltThe Collingwood Penthouse is shaped by a clear brief: a monochromatic palette used as a consistent spatial language across three levels. The client sought a restrained environment where tone, mass and surface define character without reliance on colour. Each space is organised through shifts in texture, reflectivity and light, producing a sequence of controlled sensory conditions that echo the atmosphere of a luxury‑hotel setting while remaining domestic in scale.The project centres on a three‑level helical stair that acts as the primary connector and the anchor of the interior. Its geometry establishes orientation, movement and rhythm. The stair’s continuous form allows each level to read as part of a single architectural gesture, with the curve generating subtle transitions in shadow and material. It operates as both circulation and sculptural element, setting the cadence for the surrounding rooms. Across the penthouse, the monochromatic palette supports clarity. Stone, timber, metal and microcement are selected for their inherent qualities rather than applied decoration. This approach aligns with the client’s intention for a calm environment defined by proportion, tactility and controlled contrast.

Location
Collingwood,
Victoria
Photographer
Jorja KavellarisType
Multi-resBuilder
DrakkStatus
BuiltThe Collingwood Penthouse is shaped by a clear brief: a monochromatic palette used as a consistent spatial language across three levels. The client sought a restrained environment where tone, mass and surface define character without reliance on colour. Each space is organised through shifts in texture, reflectivity and light, producing a sequence of controlled sensory conditions that echo the atmosphere of a luxury‑hotel setting while remaining domestic in scale.The project centres on a three‑level helical stair that acts as the primary connector and the anchor of the interior. Its geometry establishes orientation, movement and rhythm. The stair’s continuous form allows each level to read as part of a single architectural gesture, with the curve generating subtle transitions in shadow and material. It operates as both circulation and sculptural element, setting the cadence for the surrounding rooms. Across the penthouse, the monochromatic palette supports clarity. Stone, timber, metal and microcement are selected for their inherent qualities rather than applied decoration. This approach aligns with the client’s intention for a calm environment defined by proportion, tactility and controlled contrast.









