Refined Balwyn Apartments

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EXCEPTIONAL BALWYN
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BALWYN

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Coming to Balwyn Village, explore upscale design and premium amenities within the prestigious surroundings of this esteemed neighbourhood.

Refined Composition

An expression of timeless sophistication, the facade honours the existing fabric of Whitehorse Road while becoming a vibrant new landmark for the neighbourhood. Its graceful curvatures evoke a tranquil and harmonious presence, complemented by organic materiality and abundant landscaping. Featuring an interplay of solids and voids, the building is defined by a strong sense of articulation, integrating a range of generous outdoor spaces. The ground-floor will house a new generation Coles Supermarket, cultivating a life of unparalleled convenience while enriching the amenity of Whitehorse Road. Featuring a diverse range of quality produce, household items and takeaway food options, this enviable addition to the building will redefine local shopping and become a cornerstone of community life in Balwyn.

A Sense of Address

While enriching the neighbourhood, White & Weston is designed to provide its residents with a strong sense of place, establishing a meaningful arrival experience each and every day. Here, residents will enter through a thoughtfully designed, well-appointed lobby, cultivating an atmosphere of sophistication from the moment they step inside. Dedicated lifts transport residents seamlessly to their abode for a heightened sense of convenience and comfort.

The Art of Natural Beauty

Settling in seamlessly with the surrounding landscape, White & Weston is designed to emulate the serene atmosphere of the adjacent Balwyn Park. Embracing a neutral and understated palette, the design serves to complement the natural beauty of the park rather than compete with it, creating a sense of synergy between the built and natural environments. Similarly, the building’s curved elements pay homage to the shapes and forms witnessed throughout the park, from the rounded tree canopies and wide-leafed foliage to the gently undulating lawns. Landscaping inspired by the park weaves everything together, resulting in a design that truly belongs to its surroundings.

White & Weston incorporates a variety of sustainable initiatives and features.

  • Cross-flow Ventilation

    Cross-flow ventilation ensures continuous fresh air circulation, reducing reliance on artificial cooling and heating.

  • Double Glazed Windows

    Double glazed windows enhance thermal insulation, preventing heat loss in winter and heat gain in summer, while also reducing noise pollution.

  • NatHERs Rating

    With a NatHERs rating of 7.5 stars, the homes at White & Weston are well insulated and ventilated, ensuring high energy efficiency and year-round thermal comfort.

  • Renewable Energy

    Designed with the future in mind, the building is equipped with exceptional solar panels, with all power feeding into the communal system. The building is gas-free, with new and premium Miele appliances that allow residents to cook on autopilot, as well as an electric hot water system fitted throughout.

  • High Quality Insulation

    High-quality insulation throughout the residences minimises heat loss in winter and reduces heat gain in summer. This enhances energy efficiency, reducing the need for artificial heating or cooling and lowering monthly bills.

  • High Speed Internet Connectivity

    Each residence is complete with seamless high-speed internet connectivity, providing easy access to digital services and smart home technologies. Residents can enjoy a connected, future-proof lifestyle that supports modern work-from-home and entertainment needs.

  • Sustainable Materiality

    The integrity of the building is ensured by using non-toxic, environmentally friendly and socially responsible materials. Built with high-end engineered wood products with airtight awareness, this not only contributes to a healthier indoor environment, but increases the longevity of your home.

  • Number Plate Recognition

    Number plate recognition automatically reads and identifies vehicle license plates, providing added security.

  • Walk Score

    With an exceptional Walk Score of 90, White & Weston’s location is considered a Walker’s Paradise, where daily errands do not require a car.

  • Electric Vehicle Charging

    Integrated EV charging stations cater to the growing demand for electric vehicles, enhancing convenience and sustainability while future-proofing the building for modern living.

  • Communal Garden & Landscaping

    The communal rooftop garden provides an instant connection to nature, fostering a healthier environment and a sense of community, benefiting residents’ physical and mental well-being. Thoughtfully designed landscaping throughout the development enhances biodiversity and improves air quality.

  • Better Apartment Design Standards

    The development adheres to Victoria’s Better Apartment Design Guidelines, ensuring high-quality living spaces. These guidelines prioritise functionality, sustainability and liveability, enhancing residents’ experience.

  • Whole of Home Initiative

    White & Weston’s commitment to Sustainability Victoria’s Whole of Home Initiative means that each residence is optimised for energy efficiency. This holistic approach lowers carbon emissions and operational costs, contributing to a more sustainable lifestyle for residents.

  • BESS Score

    The Built Environment Sustainability Scorecard (BESS) is an assessment tool developed by local governments in Victoria to help builders and developers demonstrate how a proposed development incorporates sustainable features. White & Weston has a BESS score 10% above industry standard.

Landscaping by —
Jack Merlo

Renowned for his innovative approach to garden design, Jack Merlo is the name behind some of Melbourne’s most acclaimed and inspired outdoor spaces, becoming the designer of choice for the city’s most prominent residential projects. Through principles of beauty, harmony and sustainability, he creates landscapes that not only enhance the architecture and interiors of each project, but also enrich the lives of its occupants, offering a sense of visual interest and fostering deep connections to nature. Drawing inspiration from the neighbouring Balwyn Park, Jack Merlo brings to White & Weston a commitment to creating environments that seamlessly harmonise with urban living, ensuring residents experience unparalleled beauty with very little maintenance.

“We’ve designed beautiful and functional outdoor spaces that feel like an extension of the architecture and interiors. We’ve drawn inspiration from the character of the local area, with its beautiful parks and established gardens, offering generous landscaped areas that will thrive and flourish over time.”

Jack Merlo
Founder, Jack Merlo

Outdoor Retreats

A celebration of outdoor living, White & Weston features expansive terraces that further connect the building to Balwyn Park’s sublime natural beauty. Designed by the award-winning Jack Merlo Landscape Architects, these curated sanctuaries serve as sublime extensions of the open-plan living areas, ideal for effortless entertaining and outdoor enjoyment. Each terrace is enveloped by an abundance of vegetation, combining established canopy trees with rows of luxuriant planters. The plant palette has been carefully selected for its low-maintenance qualities, ensuring a lush green oasis with minimal upkeep. This flourishing foliage creates a verdant backdrop both inside and outside the home, fostering an unparalleled sense of well-being and serenity.

White & Weston features a thoughtful blend of private and communal outdoor spaces, each one adorned with extensive vegetation. The expansive private terraces are appointed with generous entertaining spaces, where outdoor cooking amenities such as electric barbecues combine with well-defined dining areas. At the heart of the building, a magnificent communal garden allows residents to enjoy unabated moments of calm, with ample seating and all-encompassing foliage.

A celebration of natural beauty, White & Weston’s generous outdoor spaces showcase a biodiverse selection of native and exotic plant species. From luscious shrubs and evergreen trees to climbing vines and flowering perennials, the plant palette creates a vibrant, sensory-rich environment that establishes connections to nature. Prioritising low-maintenance landscaping, the design ensures residents can enjoy a tranquil and enriching garden experience without the hassle of extensive upkeep.

  • Field Maple

    A hardy deciduous tree known for its vibrant autumn foliage, the Field Maple adds golden hues to the gardens of White & Weston. Its dense canopy provides shade and a lush environment.

  • White Kurume Azalea

    This compact shrub bursts into elegant white blooms in spring, creating a refined and elegant aesthetic. It’s beloved for its delicate flowers and is a staple in creating serene gardens.

  • Japanese Box

    Popular for its dense, evergreen foliage, Japanese Box is used for White & Weston’s hedging and topiary. It lends a structured element to the garden design while still being low-maintenance.

  • Silver Nickel Vine

    A vigorous climbing vine with silverygreen leaves, this picturesque species is perfect for covering walls or trellises, adding texture and softness to the vertical spaces of White & Weston.

  • Smooth Leaved Quandong

    An Australian native tree known for its glossy, smooth leaves and distinctive fruit, the Smooth Leaved Quandong is a resilient addition to gardens, promoting biodiversity and attracting wildlife.

  • Creeping Fig

    A fast-growing vine with small, delicate leaves, Creeping Fig clings to the walls and fences of White & Weston, creating lush, green backdrops that soften the building’s form.

  • Medium Gardenia

    With its fragrant, creamy-white blooms, the Medium Gardenia brings a touch of elegance to gardens. Its lush green foliage and intoxicating scent create an atmosphere of tranquillity.

  • Oakleaf Hydrangea

    This deciduous shrub showcases large, oak-shaped leaves and magnificent white flower clusters. It provides year round visual interest with its textured foliage and colourful leaves.

  • White Crepe Myrtle

    A stunning ornamental tree, the White Crepe Myrtle blooms in summer with striking white flowers. With its smooth bark and peeling texture, it adds a unique visual appeal to White & Weston.

  • Tractor Seat Plant

    Named for its rounded, glossy leaves resembling tractor seats, this tropical plant fosters a bold, luscious quality. Its verdant green leaves thrive in shaded garden corners.

  • Giant Mondo Grass

    A hardy, evergreen grass, Giant Mondo Grass offers dense ground cover to White & Weston’s gardens. Its deep green foliage creates a polished look for garden beds and pathways.

  • Fragrant Olive

    Blooming in clusters, this exquisite, evergreen shrub is prized for its sweetly scented flowers, perfuming the air and adding a sensory element to White & Weston’s outdoor spaces.

  • Banksia Spinulosa

    An Australian native shrub with striking, cylindrical flowers, Banksia Spinulosa attracts pollinators like birds and bees. Its rugged beauty and hardy nature add a layer of texture to White & Weston.

  • Golden Leafed Eastern Redbud

    This ornamental tree features heartshaped, golden-yellow leaves that brighten White & Weston’s gardens. With vibrant spring flowers, it creates a dynamic and captivating environment.

  • Creeping Boobiala

    A low-growing, hardy ground cover, Creeping Boobiala is perfect for erosion control and sloped areas. Its glossy green leaves and white flowers add texture and charm.

  • Trailing Rosemary

    A fragrant herb with cascading branches, Trailing Rosemary cascades down the walls of White & Weston. Its aromatic leaves and delicate blue flowers can also be used for cooking.

Elegant Living

Composed by globally renowned firm Cera Stribley, the interiors of White & Weston embody a commitment to natural beauty and design artistry. Meticulously crafted at every touchpoint, these refined spaces showcase a tactile and tonal finishes palette, cultivating a harmonious blend of tranquillity and sophistication. Featuring towering proportions and generous open-plan layouts, each home evokes a sense of boundlessness and flow, enhanced by seamless connections to the magnificent outdoor environment. Throughout, floor-to-ceiling windows harness an abundance of natural light, all while framing picture-perfect vistas of the landscaping, parkland and surrounding tree canopies. Appointed with bespoke joinery and thoughtfully integrated storage, White & Weston is defined by unparalleled attention to detail.

Interior Design by —
Cera Stribley

Regarded as one of Australia’s premier design firms, Cera Stribley Architects is celebrated for its innovative approach to residential design, creating spaces that harmonise functionality and sustainability with beauty and sophistication. The firm designs buildings intelligently for the future, embracing the unique cultural, historical and environmental context of each project to create truly bespoke design solutions. Passionate about creating enduring places, Cera Stribley continues to shape the face of Australian architecture and interiors while remaining committed to design integrity, site sensitivity and timeless aesthetics. Led by head interior designer Jessica Coulter, the interiors of White & Weston exemplify these fundamental principles, blending seamless functionality with elegant, contemporary design.

“One of the beautiful elements of Balwyn is its connection to natural parklands and wide leafy streets. Because of this, the palette we have selected is very much in conversation with nature. We also think it’s important to provide a platform for people to layer the spaces with their own personality and the story of their lives.”

Jessica Coulter
Head of Interior Design, Cera Stribley

Culinary Sophistication

The heart of the home, White & Weston’s kitchen strikes the perfect balance of functionality, innovation and craftsmanship. A stone-topped island bench serves as the centrepiece, offering ample workspace for culinary preparations and a gathering point for social interactions. Thoughtful storage solutions ensure optimal convenience, complemented by a well-appointed scullery ideal for effortless entertaining. Appointed with cutting-edge Miele appliances and chrome tapware, this curated design epitomises modern sophistication.

A meticulously curated selection of high-end finishes and fixtures.

  • 1. Lighting

    White & Weston’s refined lighting collection has been expertly handpicked from Great Dane, Australia’s home of Scandinavian furniture and homewares.

  • 2. Stone Benchtops

    The benchtops at White & Weston feature premium stone finishes sourced from Signorino, regarded as the industry’s leading supplier of timeless stone.

  • 3. Timber Flooring

    Sourced from Made by Block, renowned suppliers of premium timber-engineered flooring, White & Weston is built upon a foundation of resilient and elegant timber flooring.

  • 4. Kitchen Appliances

    The kitchens are appointed with a suite of cutting-edge Miele appliances, celebrated as one of the world’s finest manufacturers since 1899.

Sourced exclusively from the industry’s most acclaimed suppliers, each element reflects a commitment to exceptional quality and design.

  • 1. Bathroom Tapware

    Known for exceptional craftsmanship and functionality, Streamline’s high-end tapware delivers a sophisticated aesthetic to the bathrooms.

  • 2. Carpet

    Evoking a sense of comfort, the bedrooms are adorned with plush broadloom carpets by Whitecliffe, Australia’s premier importer and wholesaler of rugs and carpets.

  • 3. Tiles

    White & Weston is adorned with exquisite handcrafted tiles by Integra Surfaces, a leader in the design and manufacturing of ceramic tiles.