AVJennings launch Harvest Square in Brunswick West
Brunswick West is a bustling and vibrant neighbourhood that has long been known for its diverse population, rich cultural heritage, and an eclectic mix of cafes, bars, and shops.
Property developer AVJennings, in partnership with Homes Victoria, is developing Harvest Square at 8 Kitchener Street, with the project set to cater to a variety of buyers, offering a diverse range of housing options.
The new Harvest Square buildings will comprise of a mix of public and private housing as a part of the Victorian Governments $86.05 million investment into the redevelopment in Brunswick West as part of the state's Public Housing Renewal Program.
The private component of Harvest Square will offer a range of floorplan options in the new inner north community, with a mix of one, two and three-bedroom apartments, as well as a collection of two and three-bedroom townhouses, designed by the architects at SJB.
The buildings have been designed with sustainability in mind and is independently certified to achieve 5 Star Green Star, 7 Star NAThers, and Gold and Silver Liveable Housing Design ratings.
A liveable home is designed and built to meet the changing needs of occupants across their lifetime. Liveable homes include key living features that make them easier and safer to use for all occupants including people with disability, ageing Australians, people with temporary injuries, and families with young children.
Harvest Square is also an all-electric community, while also boasting an 18-metre wide green corridor with productive plantings for all to enjoy.
Publicly accessible open and green spaces will be developed across the site by Tract Consulting, including a green spine running through the site, delivering up to 3,200 sqm of open space.
At least five per cent of the new social housing homes will be easy to access for Victorians with disabilities, with drop-off areas, paths, lifts and car parking set to be included, in addition to the design of some of the homes, with kitchens, bathrooms and storage set to also be very accessible.
Located just six kilometres from the CBD, Brunswick West is a highly accessible suburb, with a realm of public transport links and easy access to major roads and highways, including the CityLink Freeway. The area is known for its vibrant community atmosphere, with a mix of young professionals, families, and students all calling Brunswick home.
The well-established community also places residents within proximity to a range of local parks and playgrounds, including Dunstan, Jacobs and Montgomery Reserves, along with a plethora of cafes, shops, and schools.
The Moonee Ponds Creek Trail and the Capital City Trail are also easily accessible from Harvest Square.
Construction team Arc3 has been tasked with building the community, which is slated for completion in December 2024.