25 Sewells Road and 260 Brenyon Way

25 Sewells Road and 260 Brenyon Way

Our design approach prioritizes aging in place and intergenerational connections among residents. Rather than separating different life stages, we've created buildings that recognize the value of connection while respecting distinct needs. The 117-unit seniors building features three types of accessible suites, allowing residents to move within the building as their mobility needs change. Subtle design details like handrails disguised as chair rails, benches in every corridor, and recessed entry doors with contrasting colours, support independence without feeling institutional.

Strategic building placement emerged from solar analysis, ensuring the central courtyard receives maximum daylight while determining where activities unfold throughout the day. Morning light illuminates quiet spaces for reading, while social areas capture late afternoon warmth. This attention to natural rhythms shapes daily life across both buildings and informs the landscape design.


The site features interconnected open spaces that honour the existing suburban fabric while introducing new urban edges. A north-facing plaza serves as both generous pedestrian space and welcoming gateway. At the community's heart, a central lawn provides space for children's play and seniors' exercise, away from cars, while connecting residents to Malvern Library and Wickson Trail Park. A new wetland habitat along the northwest edge manages stormwater while offering a secluded landscape for exploration.
Mostly located on the ground floor, flexible amenity design ensures spaces serve multiple generations effectively, including a games room that doubles as a café during the day. Reading rooms for seniors can also be used as study spaces for teens. Physical activity rooms are designed as studios, allowing use for individual exercise or group classes. A large kitchen will allow cooking for large groups and offer a direct connection to the exterior for barbeques. A generous children’s play area has a visual and direct connection to the laundry room, allowing parents to tend to chores and still keep an eye on their children.