100 Glover Street, Mosman
STATUS: Completed 2013
Designed with vision and integrity, Esque Mosman is the perfect union of form and function – an example of intelligent, modern architecture within a vibrant urban environment.
The perfectly-proportioned building has 29 luxury residential apartments with clean geometric lines, rhythmic walls, handcrafted face bricks, masonry that is rendered and painted in a sophisticated colour scheme, glass balustrades, and a combination of fixed and moveable louvre screens.
Complementing the streamlined look are horizontal rolled seam blades of zinc on highlighted sections of the façade. This naturally-weathering tactile outer ‘skin’ not only looks dramatic, it acts as a durable shield against the sun and other elements.
PROJECT AWARDS
“The annual UDIA NSW President’s Award is an honour bestowed upon the best-of-the-best urban development project in NSW and the ACT. Every aspect of Esque proved outstanding from the quality fittings and finishes, to the design that complements surrounding residential and commercial buildings, to a variety of apartment styles to give buyers a lot of choice. Importantly, property developer HELM also employed a high level of community engagement to limit the impact on neighbours, and work with them to get the fantastic final result.”
UDIA NSW President Simon Basheer
"Esque is a little gem of a project. It features only 29 apartments but demonstrates best practice in medium-density development. The building fits in beautifully with its neighbours and adds to the value of the streetscape. In addition, the design of the ground-floor, street-frontage apartments activates the street and rear lane. The detailed design reflects an acute understanding of local market requirements. The communal spaces within the building are exceptional, featuring plenty of light and air, and are beautifully landscaped. Each of the apartments is well designed to optimise solar orientation and cross-flow ventilation. The apartments are also well equipped and the finishes have been chosen for longevity as well as looks.
The judges were impressed the developer had been able to work so well with the neighbours, negotiating with 27 of them to construct a hoarding and sub-contractors’ office on the narrow lane adjacent to their properties.”
UDIA NSW Judges
TESTIMONIALS
"Buying off-the-plan took a leap of faith for us, but it was a decision we do not regret for one moment. In fact, the design of the building and the quality of the finishes, fixtures and fittings exceeds our expectations. Not only did HELM build a first class apartment building but they have created a huge sense of community amongst the residents. They remained on site for several months after settlement to help residents move in and iron out any of the inevitable teething problems with a new building."
Judith and Roger Williams
Esque Purchasers
"HELM is one of those rare developers who seem more focussed on customer satisfaction than profit. We are delighted with their service and support. They helped co-ordinate our move, provided a detailed handover package, and made some changes we requested to our apartment – all at no cost."
Susan and Paul Hewson
Esque Purchasers
"It was a difficult decision for us to downsize, however when we saw HELM’s plans and proposed finishes we decided it was time. The complex is beautifully finished and the layout allows for ample cross ventilation and daylight into all parts of the apartment. But probably more important was the attention to detail that HELM gave. The personnel from HELM were quick to respond, easy to work with and the pride that each of them have taken in this development is noticeable."
Kate and John Holland
Esque Purchasers