Martha Cove Retirement Village
A central lake with ponds link this proposed development of 3, 2 and 1 bedroom apartments for independent living, which will include studio apartments for medium care and nursing home accommodation for high care. The three tiers of care are being offered should one partner require more care enabling couples to remain close.
All the buildings will face north and are oriented to take maximum advantage of views to the Marina and Mt Martha. The main lobby area and reception is 2 storey to give a sense of arrival and space befitting a development of this size and quality.
The village community facilities will include a comprehensive library and reading area, numerous multi-purpose rooms, computer room ,gym, hydro-therapy spa and pool, outdoor facilities, theatre, entertainment lounge, dining room, function room and lounge room. Proposed materials will be a combination of rendered masonry and glass with elements of natural material including the local limestone and timber.
The objectives of this design being that retirement should be part of the journey not the end.
Client: Grande Pacific Operations
Value: $150m
Contact: Mark Urquhart