Architecture

the william

Architecture

the william

Bruce Henderson Architects

Architecture Hotels/Hospitality, Melbourne, Victoria

Bruce Henderson Architects

Hotels/Hospitality, Melbourne, Victoria

The William amazing architecture iconic facade
The William amazing architecture iconic facade

A tower reborn

REPURPOSING AN OFFICE TOWER FOR CBD APARTMENTS

The William involves the repurposing of a neglected 1966 Postmaster-General’s Department office building into a vibrant apartment complex in the heart of Melbourne’s legal precinct.

The transformation includes a new façade (incorporating an additional winter garden element and an expressive sculptural façade fronting Little Bourke Street) and updated building services. The William has been designed to accommodate 531 apartments, including 87 serviced apartments.

Sustainability design measures

Significant environmental initiatives have been included in the repurposing, such as photovoltaic cells that will generate power back into the grid, and rainwater harvesting. The building is expected to achieve an impressive 7-star energy rating.

A transformation through amazing architecture

Due to the existing building structure, all apartments will benefit from generous ceiling heights. Apartments will also include a terrace or a winter garden.

The William day shot amazing architecture transformation
The William amazing architecture library
The William side elevation of amazing architecture feature facade transformation
The William entrance of amazing architecture transformation

The amazing architecture extends to additional amenities considered for the comfort of residents. These include generous retail areas at the ground floor and a heated outdoor swimming pool located on one of the upper roof deck levels.

In every way, these residences provide a rare level of luxury and sanctuary above the bustle of Melbourne’s CBD.

PROJECT DETAIL
  • The William
  • Address: 199 William Street, Melbourne
  • Levels: 23/21
  • Towers: 2
  • Apartments: 531
  • Serviced Apartments: 87
  • Completed: 2014
  • Builder: Built
  • Developer: Hengyi
FURTHER DETAIL
  • Progressive design approach
  • New facade
  • Updated building services
  • Photovoltaic power cells
  • Rainwater harvesting
  • 7 Star energy rating
  • Terrace winter gardens
  • Heated outdoor rooftop pool
  • Groundfloor mixed-use space

A tower reborn

REPURPOSING AN OFFICE TOWER FOR CBD APARTMENTS

The William involves the repurposing of a neglected1966 Postmaster-General’s office building into a vibrant apartment complex in the heart of Melbourne’s legal precinct.

The transformation includes a new façade (incorporating an additional winter garden element and an expressive sculptural façade fronting Little Bourke Street) and updated building services. The William has been designed to accommodate 531 apartments, including 87 serviced apartments.

The William side elevation of amazing architecture feature facade transformation

Sustainability design measures

Significant environmental initiatives have been included in the repurposing, such as photovoltaic cells that will generate power back into the grid, and rainwater harvesting. The building is expected to achieve an impressive 7-star energy rating.

The William day shot amazing architecture transformation

A transformation through amazing architecture

Due to the existing building structure, all apartments will benefit from generous ceiling heights. Apartments will also include a terrace or a winter garden.

The amazing architecture extends to additional amenities considered for the comfort of residents. These include generous retail areas at the ground floor and a heated outdoor swimming pool located on one of the upper roof deck levels.

The William amazing architecture upper level pool deck

In every way, these residences provide a rare level of luxury and sanctuary above the bustle of Melbourne’s CBD.

The William amazing architecture library
The William entrance of amazing architecture transformation
PROJECT DETAIL
  • The William
  • Address: 199 William Street, Melbourne
  • Levels: 23/21
  • Towers: 2
  • Apartments: 531
  • Serviced Apartments: 87
  • Completed: 2014
  • Builder: Built
  • Developer: Hengyi
FURTHER DETAIL
  • Progressive design approach
  • New facade
  • Updated building services
  • Photovoltaic power cells
  • Rainwater harvesting
  • 7 Star energy rating
  • Terrace winter gardens
  • Heated outdoor rooftop pool
  • Groundfloor mixed-use space
The William Gallery

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