Introducing Mansard by BonYan, Carr and Eckersley Garden Architecture

Located in the lush landscapes of Kooyong’s historic and sophisticated neighbourhood sits BonYan’s newest and most visionary residential project, Mansard, brought to life by a collaboration between industry heavyweights, with design by Carr and landscaping by Eckersley Gardens.

BonYan Founding Partner and CEO Eddie Fares says Mansard is an idyllic offering that has not yet been explored within Kooyong.

“Mansard’s design is driven by the idea of tranquillity and executed to precision to ensure the idea of sanctuary both inside and out, which is incredibly rare to find in apartment living,” Fares says.

“Every project by BonYan defines new and living trends – things people aspire to feel in their gut and that is truly important to them, and we have captured this in the pioneering design that is Mansard.”

Boasting a collection of 16 sprawling, individually designed residences, the project's name comes from the Mansard roof, which originated in France. 

A four-sided gambrel-style hip roof characterised by two slopes on each of its sides, with the lower slope at a steeper angle than the upper. The earliest known example of a mansard roof (toit mansardé in French) is credited to Pierre Lescot on part of the Louvre built around 1550.

The facade translates the heritage character of Kooyong into a sophisticated yet timeless expression. Sculptured in three solid built forms with two points of entry, the building’s prominent Mansard roof creates traditional house-like forms on a larger scale, allowing the design to settle seamlessly into the streetscape.

Composed predominantly of grey hand-pressed brick and glass, the restrained material palette complements the distinct fabric of the neighbourhood while providing a neutral canvas for the landscaping. 

Lush vegetation and mature trees delicately envelope the facade to create the sense of a building that is very much alive.

Located at 709-713 Toorak Road, the architects balanced form and function, the design guided by behavioural research and trend forecasting that is now synonymous with BonYan developments, to reflect the shift in contemporary lifestyle, towards tranquillity and home as a sanctuary.

Echoing the aesthetic of the facade, Mansard’s interiors reveal minimalist and refined lines with subtle moments of detail. 

Reflecting Carr’s unwavering commitment to craftsmanship, the kitchen has been appointed with a palette of tactile and organic finishes, designed around a striking Italian Blue-Ocean travertine island bench of the utmost durability. 

The joinery has been expertly crafted to provide an abundance of integrated storage options while a suite of innovative V-Zug appliances ensures every meal is cooked to precision.

Mansard’s serene open-plan living area is characterised by boundless space, plentiful light and thoughtfully crafted details. 

Cultivating an atmosphere of luxury, the integrated fireplace has been nestled within solid travertine joinery, complemented by hardwood timber floors with a warmly textured quality. Floor-to-ceiling windows draw surrounding vistas deep into the home, opening out to an expansive wrap-around terrace for the ultimate indoor-outdoor living experience.

Elegantly composed by Eckersley Gardens, Mansard’s landscaping works harmoniously with the architecture to provide an invigorating outdoor lifestyle and enhanced sense of natural beauty. 

Embracing classic and generous plant species that complement not only the building, but the wider landscape character of Kooyong, these vibrant outdoor spaces offer endless opportunities to entertain, connect and unwind.

Spaces of tranquillity and ease, Mansard’s expansive gardens create enduring connections to the natural landscape – both in and outside the home. 

From lush garden beds and established trees to cascading vegetation and climbing vines, the plant palette works to soften the architecture while creating the sense of being totally immersed in nature. 

The ground-floor apartments have been afforded with tranquil ponds and water features – providing privacy and ambience – while upper-level apartments showcase magnificent above-ground swimming pools.

A true jewel in Kooyong’s crown, the architecturally-distinct project is the eleventh in BonYan’s portfolio and is now available to move in, although very limited residences remain.

Images: Mansard / supplied