C&BD

Designed and constructed by C&BD, this high-end dual occupancy has a modern styling. Its unique and personalised finish comprises individual design elements such as the feature sandstone which contributes to a “beachy” feel in keeping with its seaside location. The development consists of a residence for the owner, primarily at the rear, as well as a small, upper storey investment apartment. Clever design of the shared facade integrates the two seamlessly.

The unit of this dual occupancy has its own distinctive entrance comprising illuminated archways, giving it an independent feel.

A distinctive design element within the dwelling is the series of laser-cut panels forming a mural inspired by the Melbourne skyline and the home’s beachside location. The mural starts outside the front entrance and continues inside along the full length of the main hallway. Along the way, two of the panels form hidden doors to adjoining rooms. The mural is stunning at night, lit from behind by LED strip lighting.

The staircase, custom designed and built by C&BD, has solid timber treads and a central steel stringer. The design of the structural element was intended to ensure it had minimal visual impact and combined with the frameless glass balustrade gives the staircase an open feel.

The backyard is accessible via doors which slide fully across the rear to create a 5 metre wide clear opening, effectively creating a seamless indoor/outdoor entertainment area.

The pool abuts the dwelling’s windows providing a sense of openness and an uninterrupted view of the pool from the living area.

The glass roof above the outdoor barbeque area creates a light and open area.

Designed and built by C&BD, this 2 bedroom dwelling was constructed at the rear of an existing house in eclectic Brunswick. Design challenges for this project included a Heritage Overlay and restricted space. Recycled red bricks from the local area combined with contrasting black masonry on the entry tower creates a distinctive facade to the laneway.

Design elements such as the fish awnings and geometric parapets make a unique statement in the area. Client input was sought throughout the project to personalise many features of the dwelling.

With limited space available on the site, an outdoor entertainment area has been provided via a rooftop terrace sheltered by roof forms and providing an outlook which is highly sought after in the area.

Recessed cupboards provide extra storage in the kitchen, making the most of a small space, while the timber sleeper bench is a unique feature. Glass bricks provided a clever solution to the problem of admitting light into the kitchen through the fire-rated boundary wall.

The entrance to the 1st floor dwelling is enhanced by cabinetwork up the staircase, and cutouts to the living area provide light and interest whilst maintaining separation.

Designed and constructed by C&BD, the Brunswick Velodrome Clubhouse provides a modern facility integrating an open plan internal space.

This unique project included additional design elements to save resources, such as the inclusion of a rain garden and water tanks.

The inviting deck overlooks the cycling velodrome.

Constructed with locally sourced and sustainable building materials, the clubhouse was designed to complement the surrounding neighbourhood and nature reserve.

This nautical inspired reception area includes themed lights, wall panelling and concealed doorways. The focal point of the entry, the reception desk, incorporates a stone top with a central chrome feature and is influenced by the Art Deco period.

This reception area with its strong lined elements and use of LED strip lighting has a modern feel. The timber panelling on the wall and ceiling is warmer by contrast and serves to frame the signage. The three strips on the reception desk represent the company’s transportation elements – water, air and rail.

This corporate office reception area includes classic furniture with chrome accents which is repeated in the light fitting and chromed wall features. The desk utilises LED strip lighting to highlight pressed metal panelling.

In this office refurbishment, the dominant lift shaft was transformed into a stunning feature in the atrium lobby. Clad in mirrored glass and given a decorative etched effect using adhesive film, the lift shaft disappears into its surroundings, while creating an interesting visual element for the building occupants.

A benefit of the mirrored lift shaft is its ability to reflect natural light into the surrounding work areas. 

The atrium was further enhanced by a cascading water wall feature and pond beneath the spiral staircase, visible from the surrounding office areas.

Chrome balls and a pebble garden with a distinctive edge detail are features of the pond area.

The atrium’s water wall on the side of the lift shaft.

In this office refurbishment, the layout was designed to enable key areas to take advantage of pleasing outlooks. Interior decoration was also carried out by C&BD including selection of furniture, artwork, paint colours, furnishings and technology.

A combination of functional and aesthetic attributes were considered when designing this office layout. Application of regulatory and OH&S requirements and the practical needs of the client were taken into account, as well as forward planning to enable efficient servicing.

The refurbishment of this office building cafeteria was undertaken by C&BD’s interior designer. A critical element of the overall affect are the feature panels which provide aesthetic and sound deadening benefits as well as a means of disseminating information to staff.

This modular office partition system was developed by C&BD to meet the needs of customers for flexible office layouts with minimal reconfiguration costs. Workstations can be set up with any combination of coloured, glass or whiteboard panels and feature concealed cabling allowing alterations to layouts without the need for an electrician.

This design for the refurbishment of a tired and outdated city arcade involves the use of modern materials and colours to provide a cleaner streamlined appearance.

The refurbishment of this amenities block required provision of facilities suitable for disabled and incapacitated users. C&BD skills and knowledge in applying Australian Standard 1428.1 and the Disability Discrimination Act were required to design compliant layout options and fixture selection.

The amenities block at a local Scout Hall required an upgrade to ensure its conformance with the Disability Discrimination Act and AS1428.1. The restricted space available presented a design challenge as separate male and female facilities and a disabled shower were needed to fit into an existing amenities area. Cost constraints were also a major contributing factor.

The substantial roof space in this Federation home was capitalised to its fullest while ensuring the dwelling’s integrity and heritage style were not compromised. The balustrade around the Juliet balcony mimics the existing timber fretwork to tie the old and new elements together, while the balcony itself enhances the first floor area and maximises the views.

This 2 bedroom house constructed within the rear yard of an existing dwelling in Preston made efficient use of limited space. Making the most of the owner’s bricklaying skills, the design successfully integrated the new dwelling with the heritage style of the area.

Designed and constructed by C&BD, this reception desk was updated in line with the client’s new corporate image and colours. It provides a focal point in the entry area and affords the Receptionists an element of privacy while maintaining their visibility to visitors. The desk makes use of eco friendly materials, which our company keeps abreast of and recommends to clients when appropriate to their needs.

Concept drawings for a proposed redevelopment of the client’s customer service centres across Australia, the re-design provided more creative and vibrant yet practical workspaces. The customer cervice counter incorporated easy to identify service points topped by glass screens with custom designed cutouts, providing an element of security without compromising the ability to communicate.

C&BD designed and constructed this reception area for Orica, including the striking desk and backdrop. The “light box” storage cupboards, ceiling feature and furniture were also part of the scope. A combination of colour and LED lighting affects makes the reception area a distinctive entrance to their business, lifting their profile within the building.

This design for a factory extension provided additional office space and balcony areas as well as undercover carparking space. It enhanced the overall appearance of the facade making it more significant within the streetscape.

The brief for the design of this modern family home called for a light-filled and airy interior. Contrasting materials on the façade contribute to its distinctive presence in the streetscape.

Full width glass doors at the back allow seamless integration of the indoor and outdoor entertaining areas.

The major challenge with the design of this striking five-bedroom residence was the site conditions. The block of land was severely sloping and had a power easement cutting diagonally across one third.  This resulted in a unique angled building with hidden complexity.

The design of this large luxury home to be built into the side of the hill on a tree covered site produced a dwelling with extensive entertaining areas and generous bedrooms.  The distinctive circular third level contains a master suite of impressive proportions.  

The  façade material selection allowed the large form to disappear into its surrounds and ensured occupants impressive views from all areas.

This new residence was designed and constructed by CBD.   The design incorporated many unique features including the distinctive turret at the front of the property.

The rear entertaining area is well connected to the interior via a castle-like portico.  Effective communication between the Design and Construction teams ensured a seamless construction period and resulted in a high quality end finish which maintained the design intent.

A ground floor extension and internal modifications, along with a new second storey were designed for this weatherboard residence in Ashwood.  The owners wanted the external appearance of the new areas to blend with the existing dwelling. 

Internal changes included connecting the main living area with the front entrance to provide a better flow, and providing a stylish and functional kitchen and butler’s pantry

A set of full-width folding doors was added to the rear, creating a seamless transition between the main entertaining area and the impressive new deck.

This alterations and addition project was to modernise an older dwelling with period features. The layout was rearranged to relocate the service areas and to create a light-filled open plan living area with a northerly aspect and a leafy outlook to the adjacent park via highlight windows.

Extensive internal changes and a new second storey made up the design brief for this dwelling in leafy Blackburn.  The clients wanted to modernise the existing house, while creating a more energy efficient home with abundant natural light.

This renovation project aimed to extend the existing structure and improve the flow of the layout.   This was achieved by extending out in three directions, including an ensuite, larger living areas and an additional bedroom with mezzanine study.

Maintaining the period style of the house was important, so the extensions were designed to mimic the existing dwelling.

The substantial roof space in this Federation home was utilised by adding a bedroom and ensuite. A Juliet balcony provided welcome natural light and ventilation while ensuring the dwelling’s integrity and heritage style were not compromised.

Designed and constructed by CBD, this high-end dual occupancy has a modern styling. Its unique and personalised finish comprises individual design elements such as the feature sandstone which contributes to a “beachy” feel in keeping with its seaside location. The development consists of a residence for the owner, primarily at the rear, as well as a small, upper storey investment apartment. Clever design of the shared facade integrates the two seamlessly.

The unit of this dual occupancy has its own distinctive entrance comprising illuminated archways, giving it an independent feel.

A distinctive design element within the dwelling is the series of laser-cut panels forming a mural inspired by the Melbourne skyline and the home’s beachside location. The mural starts outside the front entrance and continues inside along the full length of the main hallway. Along the way, two of the panels form hidden doors to adjoining rooms. The mural is stunning at night, lit from behind by LED strip lighting.

The staircase, custom designed and built by CBD, has solid timber treads and a central steel stringer. The design of the structural element was intended to ensure it had minimal visual impact and combined with the frameless glass balustrade gives the staircase an open feel.

The backyard is accessible via doors which slide fully across the rear to create a five metre wide clear opening, effectively creating a seamless indoor/outdoor entertainment area.

The pool abuts the dwelling’s windows providing a sense of openness and an uninterrupted view of the pool from the living area.

Designed and built by CBD, this two bedroom dwelling was constructed at the rear of an existing house in eclectic Brunswick. Design challenges for this project included a Heritage Overlay and restricted space. Recycled red bricks from the local area combined with contrasting black masonry on the entry tower creates a distinctive facade to the laneway

Design elements such as the fish awnings and geometric parapets make a unique statement in the area. Client input was sought throughout the project to personalise many features of the dwelling.

With limited space available on the site, an outdoor entertainment area has been provided via a rooftop terrace sheltered by roof forms and providing an outlook which is highly sought after in the area.

Recessed cupboards provide extra storage in the kitchen, making the most of a small space, while the timber sleeper bench is a unique feature. Glass bricks provided a clever solution to the problem of admitting light into the kitchen through the fire-rated boundary wall.

The entrance to the 1st floor dwelling is enhanced by cabinetwork up the staircase, and cutouts to the living area provide light and interest whilst maintaining separation.

A narrow block presented design challenges in this side-by-side unit development.

Clever design enabled the second bathroom and laundry (accessible from the kitchen) to sneak in behind the stairs, providing amenities not always available in a development of this size.

This dual occupancy design focussed on maximising northern light on an allotment with a problematic rear south orientation. The residence’s entry was located to ensure visual interest and internal courtyard views along its full length.

The mezzanine passage, overlooking the living area below, featured an inward sloping wall with a series of slit windows providing an interesting lighting pattern.

This 2 bedroom house constructed within the rear yard of an existing dwelling in Preston made efficient use of limited space. Making the most of the owner’s bricklaying skills, the design successfully integrated the new dwelling with the heritage style of the area.

This proposed development in Footscray, featuring three double-storey units, utilises a cantilevered design to enable vehicle access to the rear units while ensuring the upper storey can take full advantage of the allowable width.

The highlight windows mean an abundance of light is admitted to the living areas of these units.  The design also takes advantage of the lack of neighbours to the side and rear and provides a balcony to each unit with unrestricted views.

Design for a new apartment building on a narrow property in Ormond resulted in this building consisting of seven apartments, a retail space, parking level and rooftop pool. 

Apart from the narrow block, a key challenge with the design was to retain the existing retail tenancy at the front.                      

CBD designed and carried out the conversion of this heritage office building into 35 apartments.  The project also involved the addition of two storeys to accommodate six penthouse apartments, the inclusion of 41 storage areas and a workshop in the basement, and heritage restoration works to the façade.

This mammoth project also involved establishing a welcoming ground floor presence with four retail spaces, and a new central apartment lobby.

Designed and constructed by CBD, the Brunswick Velodrome Clubhouse provides a modern facility integrating an open plan internal space.

This unique project included additional design elements to save resources, such as the inclusion of a rain garden and water tanks.

The inviting deck overlooks the cycling velodrome.

Constructed with locally sourced and sustainable building materials, the clubhouse was designed to complement the surrounding neighbourhood and nature reserve.

Our designers came up with this stunning building (affectionately known as the “rainbow toilet”) after consultation with our construction team, structural engineer and various product suppliers and tradespeople. Coloured glass discs embedded in stainless steel panels give the toilet a unique look.

Working within a short timeframe, CBD built this kindergarten extension with an efficient construction schedule and to a high standard of workmanship.

The new covered deck area connects the extension to the existing building.

The external façade compliments the surrounding leafy environment.

The extension included a new open plan community room

Amenities areas were built to accommodate the busy activities of the centre.

CBD undertook the restoration of this historic town hall, including rendering to reinstate missing and damaged heritage features as per Heritage Victoria’s requirements.

Extensive research took place prior to construction to ensure the restoration reflected the original design.

Features were restored to their original colours with particular interest paid to the building’s crest.

This project involved demolition works and refurbishment of the Wallan Multi-purpose Centre.

The major challenge presented by the client was that the centre needed to remain operational throughout the construction period.  This was achieved via a combination of out-of-hours work and meticulous scheduling.

Works included a new kitchenette, a compliant accessible amenities facility, re-carpeting, office/store construction and cabinetry works.

The amenities block at a local Scout Hall required an upgrade to ensure its conformance with the Disability Discrimination Act and AS1428.1. The restricted space available presented a design challenge as separate male and female facilities and a disabled shower were needed to fit into an existing amenities area. Cost constraints were a key construction challenge.

CBD designed this office fitout in conjunction with Woods Bagot and the client’s internal design team. 

This office fitout was carried out on the 50th floor of the prestigious Melbourne Central Tower for a property development client.

The extensive refurbishment works were carried out within a short timeframe.

A high quality finish was required as the office facilities doubled as a display showroom for the client’s potential customers.

This nautical inspired reception area includes themed lights, wall panelling and concealed doorways. The focal point of the entry, the reception desk, incorporates a stone top with a central chrome feature and is influenced by the Art Deco period.

This reception area with its strong lined elements and use of LED strip lighting has a modern feel. The timber panelling on the wall and ceiling is warmer by contrast and serves to frame the signage. The three strips on the reception desk represent the company’s transportation elements – water, air and rail.

This corporate office reception area includes classic furniture with chrome accents which is repeated in the light fitting and chromed wall features. The desk utilises LED strip lighting to highlight pressed metal panelling.

In this office refurbishment, the dominant lift shaft was transformed into a stunning feature in the atrium lobby. Clad in mirrored glass with an etched effect, the lift shaft disappears into its surroundings, while creating an interesting visual element for the building occupants.

A benefit of the mirrored lift shaft is its ability to reflect natural light into the surrounding work areas. 

In the area around the lift shaft, an exciting breakout space has been created which includes a wet wall fountain that cascades 3.5 meters into the pond below.

Chrome balls and a pebble garden with a clever and distinctive edge detail are features of the pond area.

The atrium’s water wall on the side of the lift shaft.

In this office refurbishment, the layout was designed to enable key areas to take advantage of pleasing outlooks. Interior decoration was also carried out by C&BD including selection of furniture, artwork, paint colours, furnishings and technology.

In setting out the open plan office area, regulatory and OH&S requirements and the practical needs of the client were taken into account, as well as forward planning to enable efficient servicing.  The building was ready to be occupied after just eight weeks from project commencement, providing the client with exceptional office spaces for their budget and timeframe.

CBD worked with the client’s workspace team to design and construct their new business hub.

The space offers a dynamic co-working facility for local entrepreneurs and small businesses.

The light-filled office includes an open-plan workstation area and various meeting spaces, as well as a kitchen and toilet facilities.

The 334m2 area was completed within a tight timeline while maintaining the site’s retail operations.

This design and construct project for a 430m2 office space in Melbourne’s CBD had a tight construction timeline leading into Christmas. The client was looking for a spacious, modern, “clean lines” design with room for expansion. A collaborative work area was established with no office spaces.

The client required a range of formal meeting spaces. Three board rooms were set up with concealed operable walls between them to accommodate large gatherings.

A high level of amenity was established for the occupants including a large soundproof breakout area with a well-equipped kitchen.

The breakout area offers a range of options for relaxing, with upholstered window seats and reclining chairs for watching TV.  A gym with a private bathroom was installed.

This project’s brief was to renovate twenty existing lift lobbies while maintaining tenant access at all times in a fully occupied and operational building. The biggest challenge was allowing the tenants to access both ends of the lobbies and use half the lifts while still ensuring compliance with emergency exit requirements.

The old lobbies had a cluttered appearance with signs, doors and service cupboards dominating the aesthetic. The new design was more streamlined and used polished, natural stone for the floors and colour backed glass for the walls.

The service doors were concealed within the glass wall panels while the EWIS phones were hidden in the exit door portico frames.

Good detailing was key to the ultimate effect. CBD designed and had manufactured a special aluminium profile that was thin and elegant yet concealed the robust fixing of the glass wall panels.

Designed and constructed by CBD, this reception desk was updated in line with the client’s new corporate image and colours. It provides a focal point in the entry area and affords the Receptionists an element of privacy while maintaining their visibility to visitors. The desk makes use of eco friendly materials, which our company keeps abreast of and recommends to clients when appropriate to their needs.

CBD designed and constructed this reception area for Orica, including the striking desk and backdrop. The “light box” storage cupboards, ceiling feature and furniture were also part of the scope. A combination of colour and LED lighting affects makes the reception area a distinctive entrance to their business, lifting their profile within the building.

This project required major alterations to an office building including reconfiguring eight offices, fitting out a shower / change room and installation of three large multi-bay compactus units. These works were all completed over just one weekend in order to maintain full operation of the business.

CBD also installed a lift between the entry level and the first floor. This included major rerouting of phone and data services and mechanical ventilation, the construction of a lift well and changes to two glass walls. This work was done over two weekends and five week nights, thus maintaining full operation of the business during office hours.

CBD undertook the design and construction of the refurbishment of this office building cafeteria. A critical element of the overall affect are the feature wall panels which provide aesthetic and sound deadening benefits as well as a means of disseminating information to staff.

This modular office partition system was developed by CBD to meet the needs of customers for flexible office layouts with minimal reconfiguration costs.

Workstations can be set up with any combination of coloured, glass or whiteboard panels and feature concealed cabling allowing alterations to layouts without the need for an electrician.

CBD carried out the design and construction for this quirky café fitout.

The bank’s home loan centre required a unique refurbishment which CBD carried out in a short timeframe in busy Chadstone Shopping Centre.  So as to not interfere with the centre’s daily operations, construction took place after hours – made more difficult by the Christmas period 24 hour opening times!

Set up like a home, the retail space consisted of a lounge room, dining area, living area and kitchen, all functioning as customer meeting spaces.

A quality finish was required to ensure a high-end, home-like feel was presented.

Another client meeting space in the form of an outdoor area was included, while offices and amenities for the staff were located “behind the scenes”.

Concept drawings were produced for a proposed redevelopment of the client’s customer service centres across Australia.  The re-design called for more creative and vibrant yet practical workspaces. The customer service counter incorporated easy to identify service points topped by glass screens with custom designed cutouts, providing an element of security without compromising the ability to communicate.

This design for the refurbishment of a tired and outdated city arcade involves the use of modern materials and colours to provide a cleaner streamlined appearance.

The design of this radiology clinic called for a modern, fresh appearance with functionality being paramount.  The distinctive front façade consisted of extensive glazed areas, permitting an abundance of natural light, and incorporated easy to read signage.  The design and procurement of permits had to be completed with a quick turnaround due to an imminent moving-in date.  Cabinetry drawings were also carried out by CBD.

This dental surgery was looking for a fresh new look and to make DDA compliant improvements. CBD carried out both the design and construction for this project.

The reception and waiting room area was fitted out with all new furnishings and fittings. The end result was a professional modern clinic.

Patterned film was applied to the glass, providing an interesting visual texture while maximising natural light into the space and maintaining privacy.

A new reception desk with matching credenza was made to order and the new pendant light fittings added a stylish touch.

Feature wall panelling was installed behind the reception desk. All works were done after hours to ensure the clinic could maintain operations during the short construction period.

Four warehouses were designed by CBD for this industrial site in Croydon South.

The mezzanine office spaces were located in the distinctive projections cantilevering out over the carpark.

A world class national research facility, the Synchrotron, required the ceiling panels to be upgraded in its massive 7,500m2 building.

The intricate maze of equipment within the building made accessing every part of the ceiling a logistical jigsaw puzzle.

A total of 2,200 2.6 x 1.2 metre panels were installed in just twelve days – that’s nearly 100,000 screws!

A combination of scissor, boom and spider lifts, as well as scaffolding, was required to provide access to all the hard to reach areas.

This project consisted of rectification works to return a warehouse and its site back to original condition in order to hand back to the landlord at the end of the client’s tenancy.  The huge 24,000m2 building and the twelve-acre site were in poor condition due to prolonged use as a trucking warehouse.

The works involved removal of tens of kilometres of linemarking, cleaning of all internal and external walls, reinstating grass to the rear of the site, repairing structural damage to the framework, reinstating concrete edging and paths, cleaning office and amenities areas and removal of extensive oil and grease stains from the concrete slab.

This design for a factory extension provided additional office space and balcony areas as well as undercover carparking space. It enhanced the overall appearance of the facade making it more significant within the streetscape.

The refurbishment of this amenities block required provision of facilities suitable for disabled and incapacitated users. CBD’s design skills and knowledge in applying Australian Standard 1428.1 and the Disability Discrimination Act were required to ensure a compliant layout. A short construction timeline and excellent level of finish were the result.

A streamlined glass façade graces this new commercial building proposed for Brunswick.  Incorporating a ground floor warehouse and parking area, with a full-width office level above, this building allows for the addition of extra storeys at a future date.

A rear balcony provides a relaxing outdoor area for the office workers to enjoy.

A St Albans pharmacy is the site for this proposed mixed use building, comprising the ground floor retail tenancy and two additional levels – one for office use and one residential floor.