Project Reflection: Punt Hill Apartments, Sunshine
Punt Hill Apartments was a rewarding collaboration that saw our team step in post-permit to deliver full construction documentation, construction services and assist with a redesign that expanded the development from 60 to 90 serviced apartments. Working with a trusted group of builders and consultants, we refined apartment layouts to improve liveability and efficiency within a hotel context—a new and exciting challenge for our studio. The project showcased our strength in build-focused delivery and seamless collaboration. Read more about the project here.
Sierra Hawthorn is a reminder that great architecture isn’t always about starting from scratch. Engaged post-permit, our role was to optimise, document, and deliver—a process that required agility, collaboration, and a deep respect for the existing vision. Working closely with the client, builder and consultants, we refined the design for buildability and longevity, selecting materials and layouts that would elevate everyday living. This project reflects our strength in taking approved developments and turning them into something truly resolved. The result? A calm, considered address that feels connected to its place and built to last.
A behind-the-scenes look at one of our recent multi-residential collaborations.
Tomorrow Northcote is a boutique multi-residential project designed by our team of Melbourne-based architects, with a focus on sustainable design, efficient footprints, and community-minded living. In this short video, MAP Architects Co-director Joshua Muyambo and the builder shares insights into the collaborative process—highlighting how strong communication, shared values, and attention to detail helped shape every stage of the build.
As Architects, we’re passionate about designing spaces that are not only beautiful and functional but also reflective of the people and places they belong to. Explore how this thoughtful multi-residential development came together through genuine teamwork and a shared vision for better housing.
Situated in the heart of Melbourne’s inner north, Tomorrow Northcote embodies discerning design and responsible living, integrating functionality, sustainability, and modern amenities.
Redesign Excellence
As requirements evolve, revisiting and refining designs ensures the creation of thoughtful, well-adapted spaces. Recognized for our expertise in multi-residential redesigns for planning permits, we were entrusted with Tomorrow Northcote. The result is a project that harmonizes innovation with the needs of the local community, enhancing everyday living experiences.
The project blends flexibility, sustainability, and modern amenities. Interiors emphasize simplicity, adapting to residents’ needs, with a warm palette of stone and timber accents and customizable light or dark color schemes. Apartments range from one to three bedrooms, featuring generous balconies and high-quality finishes.
Tomorrow Northcote Apartment.
Tomorrow Northcote prioritizes energy efficiency, boasting a 7.5-star NatHERS rating. Passive solar design, superior insulation, and double-glazed sliding doors enhance natural light while reducing energy consumption. The development also includes rainwater harvesting and electric vehicle charging stations.
Building on the success of our collaboration with Young Group, construction of Frith and Howarth in Brunswick will be commencing soon. Firth and Howarth features 24 residences designed by MAP Architects.
