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Traces is a contemporary mixed-use warehouse block in Surry Hills, Sydney, completed in 2021. Designed by Vatera Pty Ltd, it features 20 units, a nod to the area's textile history, with a blend of traditional and modern elements, including a communal garden and retail space.
Traces is a mixed-use warehouse block in Sydney's Surry Hills, offering twenty generously appointed units. The building pays homage to the neighbourhood's rich textile industry history and the former hardware store that once stood on the property. The design combines design elements of a traditional brick warehouse and inner-city terrace, with modern architectural elements. The original brick material is prominently displayed, and the building's silhouette is retained through the use of glazed white brick. Traces features an open central courtyard, split level between east and west wings, a communal garden on the roof, and top-level apartments with black zinc exteriors. The interiors have an industrial aesthetic with exposed concrete ceilings, track lighting, and timber flooring for a sense of warmth. The bottom level in its entirety is dedicated to retail, further integrating the building into the vibrant urban village.
- Completed
- 2021
- Building style
- Contemporary
- Client
- Vatera Pty Ltd
Awards
Silver
BETTER FUTURE Australian Design Awards
Winner, Boutique Category
AAA Apartment Awards for Excellence, NSW
Finalist, Precinct Rejuvenation Category
AAA Apartment Awards for Excellence, NSW
Gold, Architecture - Mixed Use - Constructed
Wild Design Awards
Special Commendation
AAA Apartment Awards for Excellence, National
AIA Multiple Housing
Australian Institute of Architects
Good Design Award Architecture
Good Design Awards
Sydney Design Awards, Better Future Gold
Sydney Design Awards, Better Future
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