Adelaide’s inner south-west’s potential is growing with the launch of New Mayfield from Sturt Land, a $250 million multi-level, mixed use development to be built on the former Mayfield Electrics factory site.
Enveloped within Sturt, Gilbert, Norman and Myers Streets, this project is one of the first to commence development under the State Government’s reformed planning laws and will re-define apartment living in Adelaide.
Constructed by Tagara Builders, the 7500sqm planned community comprises 428 one, two and three bedroom apartments across three residential buildings.
Incorporating cues from the bustling cities of Europe, New Mayfield will feature a mix of restaurants and boutiques, a resident’s only rooftop pool, cycle-ways and an integrated village square with public art installations and water features.
Award-winning architects Woods Bagot drew inspiration from Adelaide’s modulating skylines and nature’s seasonal colours in their creation of New Mayfield.
Principal Gavin Kain and senior associate Enzo Caroscio believe Woods Bagot’s vision for New Mayfield will put Adelaide at the forefront of apartment design.
Kain says, “New Mayfield will set a significant benchmark for forward-thinking apartment living and best practice in the creation of new inner-city communities in Adelaide.
“Attention to detail has been paramount, from the sculptured forms and subtle facade folds that echo the city skyline, to the colours that reference Adelaide’s unique flora and fauna flowing across each of the buildings.”
Each building complements and enhances the streetscape using a palate of high quality natural materials and highlights of graduated colour tones. Timber and stone have been applied thoughtfully and seamlessly, giving the development a warm, earthy feeling.
Interiors are distinct and contemporary, complemented by architectural flair. Living spaces from level two upwards provide residents with views towards the city, the coast or the Adelaide Hills.
“We wanted to make the local landscape the hero of the living spaces, using intelligent design to create large feature windows that frame Adelaide’s abundant natural beauty,” added Kain.
Kitchens are of premium chef’s quality and fitted with appliances, including concealed fridge recesses. Cabinetry comes with a choice of veneer or satin finish, pull out pantries, soft close drawers and stone bench tops. Large island benches take on a dual role as a dining table for families or an entertaining space for relaxing with friends.
Bedrooms are spacious filled with natural light and feature beautifully fitted robes with built-in draws and concealed shadow line detail. Bathrooms include ‘bento box’ style storage, frameless shower screens, floating shelves and an illuminated vanity mirror.
The majority of apartments also feature a fitted study nook, which includes a desk and shelving.
New Mayfield has been forward thinking in regards to ecologically sustainable design engineering. The development will feature a vacuum waste management system, solar glazing control, reduced energy air conditioning systems, GAP recycled water for bathrooms and irrigation, solar power technology and regenerative lifts.
Sturt Land and the State Government are collaboratively working together towards public area upgrades and activation of the surrounding streets.
Renowned South Australian landscape architectural studio Oxigen has carefully integrated the village square at the heart of New Mayfield and will give Sturt St a complete makeover.
Plans include the planting of an additional 86 mature trees, a green wall and public art sourced and commissioned by celebrated curator Pamille Berg.
Sturt Land director David Bertram says, “By collaborating with the State Government we are able to deliver a holistic transformation and realise the true potential of the former Mayfield Electrics site.
“New Mayfield’s transformation is the first exciting step in creating the vibrant 21st Century city the people of Adelaide deserve.”
