The latest Toorak development designed by Paul Conrad is inspired by the suburb’s longstanding prestigious reputation and pared-back elegance.
ADA Toorak is the new apartment offering by Buxton Projects, Paul Conrad, Jack Merlo, and Manresa, located just a short stroll from local gardens, cafes and restaurants, with a December move-in date.
The luxury homes, designed by award-winning architect Paul Conrad, feature expansive living spaces that evoke the experience of living in a stand-alone abode.
With a limited number of residences available, these exclusive homes have quickly captured the attention of discerning buyers.
“ADA is inspired by the grand gardens of Toorak, and the prestigious, long-standing homes that have defined Toorak’s reputation.
"ADA borrows the sense of stature, proportion, and dignity from these homes and combines them with modern technology and contemporary stylings to create light-filled spaces that offer calm and respite,” Mr Conrad said.
“Residents at ADA can expect a living experience that is more akin to a stand-alone home than an apartment. We’ve taken each and every element from our luxury home projects and adapted them for more convenient, low-maintenance apartment living.”
The award-winning team behind these homes have created truly one-of-a-kind residences.
Toorak prestige
Toorak is one of Melbourne’s blue-chip suburbs, with impressive mansions populating the streets, a host of green spaces, and a short commute to the CBD.
High Street, Armadale, is the closest shopping district and hosts some of the most sought-after retail, cafes, and restaurants in the city, including Scanlan Theodore, Aesop, and Victor Churchill.
ADA Toorak’s aesthetic is inspired by the luxurious neighbourhood, according to Tom Small, development director at Buxton Projects.
“When I think of Toorak, I think big, bold, robust, and secure. The building definitely has that appeal. It's made entirely from concrete and blockwork, so there's nothing lightweight about it – it has a really strong presence, like Toorak itself,” he said.
The residences are inspired by Toorak's iconic greenery and gardens.
Modern architectural residences
Residences start from $2.695 million and range from 183sqm to 289sqm in size internally.
Mr Conrad aimed to create an apartment that replicated the lifestyle experienced in a free-standing home.
He achieved this with expansive living areas adorned with floor-to-ceiling double-glazed windows and doors, private botanical terraces and gardens (ranging from 22sqm to 205sqm), and three-metre high ceilings.
The larger scale of the homes has particularly appealed to downsizers.
“All the kitchens are also really spacious, there's no compromise on space or storage. The travertine stone throughout the homes, which Paul personally selected, is a standout feature,” said Mr Small.
Neutral tones and high-end finishes have been chosen to provide the ideal backdrop for residents to showcase their art and interior décor.
The bedrooms are connected to the outdoor terraces, offering residents a calming way to wake up each morning and welcome in their leafy surroundings.
Lush, relaxed and pristine - the homes' interiors speak to refined simplicity.
The perfect balance of green and urban spaces
Landscaping was an important consideration in ADA Toorak’s design, contrasting against the brick exteriors. Both private courtyards and terraces are included in the homes, along with communal outdoor spaces.
Ground-floor apartments feature generous but maintainable 205 sqm gardens.
The greenery incorporated in the design provides a retreat from the urban setting of Toorak and Armadale, yet locals can easily hop on a train or tram to get into the city.
A once-in-a-generation investment
The investment opportunity is strong, according to Mr Small, who said that apartments designed by such a prominent team are rare in the Toorak market, where property is usually tightly held.
He added that ADA Toorak is also selling at a competitive price.
“We purchased the land at a below-market rate, which has allowed us to hold our sales rates on the apartments competitively,” he explained.
“To buy the land and do the construction in this market, we'd have to sell the apartments for 20% to 30% more just to keep up with those cost escalations.”
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