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Expert Architects in Melbourne | Shelley Roberts Architects
Shelley Roberts Architects is a boutique architectural practice located in Melbourne's CBD. Our expertise lies in apartment renovations and refurbishments, where we combine innovative design with sustainable practices to transform urban living spaces. We prioritise a collaborative approach, ensuring each project reflects the unique needs of our clients while enhancing functionality and aesthetic appeal. Our commitment to sustainability drives us to utilise eco-friendly materials and smart design solutions that contribute to a greener future. With a focus on residential interiors, we specialise in maximising space and light to create stylish, modern homes.Our work has been featured in prominent publications such as Domain magazine and The Age Good Weekend, showcasing our dedication to excellence. By integrating life cycle costing and whole-life carbon modelling, we strive to reduce resource use and construction waste. Our practice is built on a deep understanding of urban living challenges, informed by Shelley Roberts' personal experience as an apartment dweller. We aim to make every client's vision a reality through elegant, innovative design solutions tailored to their lifestyle.
Services
Apartment Renovations
Residential Refurbishments
Sustainable Design
Urban Space Planning
Heritage Adaptation
Highlights and features
- We offer tailored architectural solutions for apartment renovations in Melbourne CBD
- Our practice integrates sustainable design principles with modern aesthetics
- We specialise in transforming compact urban spaces into functional living areas
- Our team includes award-winning architect Shelley Roberts with industry expertise
- We've been featured in leading Australian design publications including Domain magazine
What people say
Award-winning designs
Sustainable approach
Heritage sensitivity
Space optimisation
Modern aesthetics
Services
Apartment Renovations
Specialising in transforming Melbourne apartments through innovative renovations that maximise space efficiency and modern aesthetics. Our approach combines functional design with heritage sensitivity, creating contemporary living environments while maintaining structural integrity. We focus on enhancing natural light and airflow to improve urban living conditions.
Sustainable Design
Implementing eco-conscious design solutions that reduce environmental impact through material selection and energy-efficient systems. Our practice follows Architects Declare principles for carbon neutrality, incorporating life cycle costing and waste reduction strategies in every project to ensure long-term sustainability.
Heritage Adaptation
Preserving architectural heritage while introducing modern functionality in Melbourne's historic buildings. We balance conservation requirements with contemporary living needs, as demonstrated in projects like Apartment 601's rooftop transformation, maintaining cultural significance through sensitive design interventions.
Urban Space Planning
Creating efficient layouts for compact urban dwellings through strategic spatial configuration. Our expertise in small-space design addresses noise reduction, ventilation, and multifunctional use to enhance livability in Melbourne's high-density environments while maintaining aesthetic appeal.
Residential Refurbishments
Upgrading existing residential properties with contemporary design solutions that improve functionality and market value. Our refurbishment projects focus on enhancing natural light, storage solutions, and modern amenities while ensuring minimal disruption to occupants during construction phases.
People
Shelley Roberts
Principal Architect
B.Arch (Hons) ARBV FRAIA with expertise in transforming urban living spaces. Combines Haute Couture design principles with architectural innovation to solve spatial challenges. Specialises in creating efficient, sustainable apartment solutions informed by personal experience as a Melbourne apartment dweller.
Questions
What architectural services do you specialise in?
We specialise in apartment renovations, heritage adaptations, and sustainable urban design solutions tailored to Melbourne's residential properties.
How do you incorporate sustainability into projects?
We use eco-friendly materials, implement energy-efficient systems, and follow Architects Declare principles for carbon neutrality in all our design processes.
Can you work with heritage-listed buildings?
Yes, we have extensive experience in renovating historic structures while maintaining heritage requirements and introducing modern functionality.
What areas do you service?
Our primary focus is Melbourne's Central Business District and surrounding urban areas where we transform residential spaces.
How do you approach small space design?
We apply strategic spatial planning and multifunctional design elements to maximise usability in compact urban dwellings while maintaining aesthetic appeal.
Reviews (2)
Alexandra Cloud
Oct 22, 2020
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From the outset Shelley takes meticulous care to work with you to find the best solution to your building or architectural challenge. Shelley led me through the remodelling on a tight budget of my 1918-built California bungalow with a poorly designed 1970s extension. Every design step and choice of materials and fittings was carefully considered and made collaboratively. It was a delight to work with Shelley and her team. Her vision and skill brought elegant and cost-effective solutions within the same footprint to maximise light and space and make it the family home wed always wanted but didnt
Rosemary Walls
Aug 11, 2020
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Woohoo! Renovating my apartment is underway totally gutted, everything stripped out, ready to start rebuilding. I had no idea of the complexity of the process and Shelley has been instrumental in my understanding of it from the outset. I was also unaware of how involved Shelley would be in making sure all the elements of my design were articulated and brought to fruition. She thought of everything little things that most people wouldnt think to ask, such as considerations for my storage requirements, and where would you like to put your suitcases? Things I hadnt really thought
