Aspire is a Multi Residential project in Melbourne’s west end that combines local heritage with modern urban design.

Its architecture takes cues from nearby Flagstaff Gardens, Melbourne’s oldest park, where a historic flagpole once signaled ships arriving at Williamstown port. The building’s silver glass facades, with their concave and convex forms, reinterpret the movement of that flag, while the podium’s undulating curves mimic the natural hills surrounding the park. This eight-sided structure was engineered collaboratively to meet aesthetic goals while remaining commercially viable.

Aspire is sculptural architecture at its most refined. A study in boolean subtraction, where the removal of excess defines the form.

Central to Aspire’s design is its connection to Flagstaff Gardens, both physically and visually. Pedestrian pathways enhance accessibility, and lush bands of native planting on lower levels link the building’s interior to the park. The interior design draws inspiration from Melbourne’s gold rush era, blending light, natural tones with custom metal accents that reference the quest for precious metals. This theme extends to bespoke furniture and joinery, echoing the building’s sculptural geometry.

Melbourne’s first private work club also resides within Aspire, supporting flexible work models with a library and dynamic workspaces, aligning with post-pandemic trends.

A striking pool hall with custom tiles is arranged to resemble a natural waterhole, and a 200-person ballroom on level 51 offers views for large gatherings. On level 41, a Park Suite serves as an intimate, bookable event space. By blending historical homage with contemporary design, Aspire not only revitalizes Melbourne’s west end but also redefines residential living, creating a harmonious link between community, history, and urban living standards.