Our job is to
protect and
preserve the
beautiful
Maribyrnong River
and its verdant
surrounding
environment.
West Melbourne Waterfront is targeting a Platinum WELL Rating.
The WELL accreditation system aims to bolster the health and wellbeing of occupants of largescale developments.
West Melbourne Waterfront is on track to achieve 85 points to certify as a Platinum WELL development.
Riverside living benefits and nourishes
human wellbeing in special and diverse
ways. Our job is to protect and preserve the
beautiful Maribyrnong River and its verdant
surrounding environment.
Using the following sustainability initiatives,
we aim to enrich not only residents’ quality
of life, but also to set an example as leader
in green-minded, planet-conscious
development.
Community Development
- 10,000sqm public realm
- Mixed-used development
- Enhanced pedestrian & cycling routes
- Improved access to public transport
- Access to a variety of housing
Ecology & Landscape
- Enhanced biodiversity
- Green infrastructure connections
- Drought-tolerant planting
- Green & brown roofs/food growing
- Landscaping providing screening
- River habitat regeneration
Energy & Carbon
- Optimised envelope design
- Efficient heating & cooling plant
- Flexible & adaptable for phasing options
- More than 20% energy consumption saving
Wellbeing
- Designed for solar access, views & daylight
- Comfortable public realm
- Access to a variety of green spaces
- Integrated noise mitigation measures
- Protection from areas of poor air quality
- Indoor environmental quality enhanced
Water
- More than 55% reduction in water use
- Utilise non potable water use for irrigation
- High-quality drinking water
- Water-efficient fixtures and fittings
- Rain water collection & reuse
Materials & Waste
- Sustainable, local materials
- Healthy, low-VOC materials
- Prefabrication to reduce on-site waste
- Enhanced construction and waste management
- Simple source separation of waste
- Design out waste strategies