Enzo Caroscio Architecture / Selected projects / Multi-residential
+ Mixed-use.
ISSUE 1 / 2023
Introduction to Enzo Caroscio Architecture
Enzo Caroscio Architecture is a design lead practice with a drive to create and deliver inspiring and contemporary built forms and human environments. The vision of the practice is to continually strive in achieving unique and innovative design solutions that reflect international standards of all scales and typologies. This is achieved through our our continued research of design, collaborative work attitude and experience from working on significant projects locally and nationally.
Our studio based practice encourages a collaborative team approach to all our projects with a proven track record of achieving innovative design outcomes that exceed expectations and solve challenging requirements.
We strive to develop a strong commitment to our Clients through the production of innovative and economical solutions. We take great pride in all of our projects and the high quality of work that we produce, be it large or small in scale, budget or iconic. Our hands-on approach ensures continuity for the Client and the continual involvement of and accessibility to our team members ensures the development of strong relationships across the life of each project.
Selected Projects
Bohem
Opus
Unley 108
88 Jetty Road
303 Esplanade
Kelso
58 Iparrityi
Gilbert Apartments
Penny Place
Hamilton Club
Walter Apartments
42 Unley
Prospect Place
Boulevard Apartments
Dusk Glenelg
92HS
Bohem Apartments / Wright Street, Adelaide.
Mixed-use / Multi-residential
Client: Starfish Developments
Site Area: 1,996m 2
23 Storey
223 apartments / 550m 2 commercial / 200 cars
Site Density / 1,117 dwellings per hectare
Completed 2018
“a significant and highly articulated contribution to the reinvigoration of one of Adelaide’s major city Squares.”
Located on one of Adelaide’s largest city squares, the Bohem development creates a significant addition to the city skyline and street vistas. The site allows the apartments to have views in all directions, from the city skyline towards the north-east, to the western coastal views, and to the hills and parkland views to the south.
Consisting of 220 apartments together with ground floor retail and above ground screened car parking the built form is composed of two towers above a six storey podium. The tower facing south along Wright Street is highly articulated with 2 to 5 storey forms pushing and pulling against one another. The materials of brick, concrete and steel create a layered facade and is consistent with the lower scale surrounding context. The tower facing west is 5 storeys taller and acknowledges the boulevard character sought for Morphett Street . The form is scaled and articulated by expressed and recessed balconies of steel and glass that alternate every four floors.
A variety of apartment layouts are efficiently designed with open plan living opening onto practical 2 meter deep balconies. All habitable rooms have floor to ceiling openings allowing for maximum daylight and views. The typical floor plan arrangement with large 3m wide niches increases the number of corner apartments for better cross ventilation and allows natural daylight to all lobbies. Level 6 offers the occupants a city view from its roof top pool, adjacent a communal gym and external lounge and barbecue amenities. Located on the top floor are four individually designed penthouses each taking advantage of its unique corner location and spectacular Adelaide views .
OPUS Apartments / Hutt Street, Adelaide.
Mixed-use / Multi-residential
Client: Proton Developments
Site Area: 995m 2
14 Storey
47 apartments / 410m 2 commercial / 63 cars
Site Density /472 dwellings per hectare
Planning Approval 2017
“a new benchmark of city living in an original architectural built form.”
The vision of Opus on Hutt is to create high quality apartments with all the amenities of a family home, together with the advantages of amazing views and city living lifestyle.
The development proposes a 14 storey building with ground floor retail and basement car parking. A mix of one, two and three bedroom apartments over 11 floors provide a total of 47 large, high quality apartments which sits elevated above a 3 storey building podium. The residential floor plans are provided with large setbacks to the sides boundaries to create a highly articulated built form which orientates apartments to the impressive views from its location. Four to five apartments per floor are orientated to the corners to maximise natural daylight and cross ventilation as well as provide privacy and unique outlooks to each apartment.
The expression to Hutt Street proposes four forms to scale the building to the proportions of the existing surrounding built forms. Floors are expressed in four storey forms with recessed negative above the podium and on level eight. A recessed gap with curved corners expressed in plan creates a vertical break between the forms separating the horizontally expressed balconies and providing privacy to the apartments. Above level seven the built form to the street sets back a further 3 meters to further reduce the building mass and create a highly articulated and sculptural expression to the overall building.
Overall the projects creates a highly active ground floor retail with unique apartment layouts in size, amenity, quality and design.
UNLEY 108 Apartments / Unley Road, Unley, SA.
Mixed-use / Multi-residential
Client: Catcorp
Site Area: 1,378m 2
7 Storey
44 apartments / 352m 2 commercial / 67 cars
Site Density /319 dwellings per hectare
Planning Approval 2023
88 Jetty Road, Mixed-use / Glenelg, SA.
Mixed-use / Multi-residential
Client: Private
Site Area: 679m 2
5 Storey
12 apartments / 250m 2 commercial / 14 cars
Site Density / 176 dwellings per hectare
Planning Approval 2023
303 Esplanade Apartments / Henley Beach, SA.
Multi-residential
Client: Private
Site Area: 924m 2
4 Storey
12 apartments / 13 cars
Site Density / 130 dwellings per hectare
Planning Approval 2017
Located on the Esplanade of one of Adelaide’s most desired suburbs, 303 Esplanade redefines beach- front luxury with it’s contemporary coastal architecture and interior design. It is a unique site with opportunities for maximised uninterrupted views of the beach-front and iconic Henley beach jetty. The generous balconies and optimised glazing allows occupants to embrace this unique location.
303 Esplanade proposes 12 apartments with a mix of 2 and 3 bedroom options, all with access to the below ground carpark. The design creates a contemporary take on coastal apartment living through its use of sandstone, ocean blue tiles and white render. The highly articulated built form and sophisticated interior palette of materials creates a striking identity that enhances its location and desirable residential address.
“the best of the beachside lifestyle with the convinence of apartment living.”
KELSO Apartments / Hamilton Hill, Woodforde, SA.
Multi-residential
Client: Starfish Developments
Site Area: 2,340m 2
5 Storey
46 apartments / 47 cars
Site Density / 196 dwellings per hectare
Completed 2020
Located centrally in the new master-planned development on the edge of the Adelaide foothills of Woodforde, the Kelso apartments consists of 46 apartments over 4 levels offering a diverse residential product to the individual dwellings and terraces that occupy the surrounding allotments.
The 4 storey building above is expressed in 4 masses, three forms of textured white concrete with semi recesses balconies sit along side one another with varied pitched parapets to create a rhythm to the facade and reduce the overall scale of the building form. The fourth mass is located one level lower on the ground to step with the site and allow the lobby entry to be located to the street.
Overall the proposed residential apartment building, scaled to be expressed as four masses with varying roof parapets, recessed balconies, and articulated window opening, aims to create a sculptured and visually interesting building that comfortably sits within the edge of the park reserve and the townhouse allotments that surround it.
58 IPARRITYI Apartments / Witmore Square, Adelaide.
Mixed-use / Multi-residential
Client: Private
Site Area: 250m 2
8 Storey
11 apartments / 96m 2 commercial / 8 cars
Site Density / 440 dwellings per hectare
Planning Approval 2020
“the composition and creative form of the building aims to create an original and sophisticated addition to Whitmore Square.”
58 Iparrityi Apartments located on the south-east corner of Whitmore Square at No.8 Hocking Place Adelaide, aims to create an exclusive and boutique mixed use development comprising of one ground floor commercial tenancy and 11 apartments. The composition and creative form of the building together with the highly articulated facade, high quality materials and fine grain detailing creates a boutique and sophisticated original addition to Whitmore Square.
GILBERT Apartments / Gilbert Street, Adelaide.
Mixed-use / Multi-residential
Client: Private
Site Area: 250m 2
8 Storey
13 apartments / 89m 2 commercial / 15 cars
Site Density / 520 dwellings per hectare
Planning Approval 2017
Gilbert Apartments located in the south-west quadrant of Adelaide’s CBD aims to create an exclusive and boutique mixed use development comprising of one ground floor commercial tenancy and 13 apartments with orientation to north city views or south parkland views.
Overall the highly articulated form, composition of materials and shadowing from the detailed vertical battens create a sophisticated and contemporary development to compliment the unique apartment offerings within.
Penny Place Apartments / Adelaide.
Multi-residential
Design by Woodsbagot / ECA Design Development/ Construction Documentation/Site supervision
Client: Flagship Developments
Site Area: 1,910m 2
25 Storey
152 apartments / 149 cars
Site Density / 796 dwellings per hectare
Completed 2021
EC Architecture worked with Flagship Group to deliver the documentation of a highly efficient high rise apartment building located in the Centre of Adelaide. The 25 storey building consisting of 152 apartments and 149 car spaces. The commission included the design and delivery of 12 individual NDIS and Summer Housing Platinum level sole occupancy units. The bespoke apartments were designed to meet the stringent guidelines while maintaining the established aesthetic of the development as a whole. This was achieved by our tailored response to the project brief and inclusive working relationship with the Client and Summer Housing.
Hamilton Club Apartments / Woodforde, SA.
Multi-residential
Client: Kite Projects
Site Area: 3,110m 2
5 Storey
57 apartments / 58 cars
Site Density / 183 dwellings per hectare
Planning Approval 2020
Walter Apartments / North Adelaide, SA.
Multi-residential
Client: Prime Space Projects
Site Area: 576m 2
9 Storey
26 apartments / 30 cars
Site Density / 451 dwellings per hectare
Planning Approval 2023
42 Unley Apartments / Unley, SA.
Mixed-use / Multi-residential
Client: Otelo Projects
Site Area: 1,115m 2
7 Storey
15 apartment /220m 2 commercial /25 cars
Site Density / 134 dwellings per hectare
Designed 2023
Prospect Place Mixed Use / Prospect, SA.
Mixed-use / Multi-residential
Client: Eminet Homes
Site Area: 2,670m 2
6 Storey
50 apartment / 700m 2 commercial / 63 cars
Site Density / 187 dwellings per hectare
Planning Approval 2021
Boulevard Apartments. Port Adelaide.
Multi-residential
Client: Kite Projects
Site Area: 4,747m 2
4 Storey
86 apartment/ 86 cars
Site Density / 180 dwellings per hectare
Designed 2023
Dusk Glenelg Apartments / Glenelg, SA.
Multi-residential
Client: Private
Site Area: 426m 2
13 Storey
10 apartment / 21 cars
Site Density / 235 dwellings per hectare
Designed 2023
92HS Mixed-use / Adelaide.
Mixed-Use
Client: Private
Site Area: 167m 2
5 Storey
1 apartment / 154m 2 commercial /3 cars
Site Density / 60 dwellings per hectare
Planning Approval 2022
What we do.
Methodology
Every design project we undertake we ensure we investigate, develop and deliver the best design outcome. This comes from site analysis to sketching, design reviews and team workshops as well as 3d computer modelling and 3d printing. We strongly believe the best results are achieved through honest communication with the Client and broader project team. This is accomplished through open collaborative design workshops where we pin up and present designs and options which can be discussed, interrogated and evaluated to ensure every outcome is considered and we achieve the best outcome for the Client and project.
We seek to innovate and provide `value-add’ services at all levels. We are committed to designs that look beyond obvious solutions, to the solution that is best suited to the unique requirements of each project.
The design process of the why and how the design has evolved is continually communicated with the project team and associated authorities to ensure everyone is involved and committed to the outcome which makes planning approvals more successful and ensures the project vision is adhered to and achieved.
Value Add Services
• workshopping and reviewing at each stage of the design process to ensure we achieve the best outcome for the client and project.
• working with an experienced team with Enzo’s experience and hand’s on approach directly involved with the design and project delivery from concepts to authority approvals and through to documentation and site construction.
• collaborative working team culture and environment to ensure the best outcomes from the project consultant team.
• experience with State Commission Assessment Panel (SCAP) Adelaide City Council (ACC) and State Heritage department.
• 3D computer design model (Sketchup) to assist in designing the best outcome and clearly communicate the design to the client and project team as well as approving authorities.
• in house 3d model printing.
• experience in briefing, art directing and reviewing marketing materials/ renders produced by external professional consultants with good relationships (3d renders and branding/graphic design agencies).
• local residential market experience from numerous and recently completed Adelaide City projects.
Curriculum Vitae
Qualifications / Affiliations
APBSA Registered Architect #2915
Bachalor of Architectural with Honours, University of Adelaide, 1998.
APBSA Board member 2020-2023
South Australian Government Architects Office (ODASA). Design Review Panel member 2015- present
Experience Director
Enzo Caroscio Architecture.
2014- Present
Senior Associate
Woodsbagot / Adelaide SA
2009- 2014
Enzo Caroscio
Director / Lead Design Architect
Enzo Caroscio is the director of the company and has over 20 years experience as Lead Design Architect for a number of leading Australian Architectural practices. Enzo’s portfolio of work includes a diverse range of significant and award winning projects throughout Australia and Internationally. Enzo’s talent and commitment to design has led to the successful design, authority approvals and delivery of a number of medium and high density residential developments. His hands-on approach strives to evaluate every opportunity to ensure the client’s needs are met and the best possible project outcomes are achieved. Working through from concepts, to documentation and construction delivery, Enzo aim is to ensure the project’s vision and design intent is maintained within the project’s parameters.
Senior Associate
Batessmart / Sydney NSW.
2007- 2009
Associate Woodsbagot / Sydney NSW
2002- 2007
Senior Associate
Marcheses + Partners / Sydney NSW
2001- 2002
The Team
Henry Kent
Associate Architect
APBSA Registered Architect #3905
Bachalor of Architectural Studies, University of Adelaide, 2014.
Masters of Architecture, Univerity of Adelaide, 2016.
Henry has been with ECA for over 7 years and has developed a high standard of project delivery across both conceptual design and design documentation. His strong conceptual understanding together with his talented software skills make Henry a valuable team member in evaluating and developing the best architectural and urban outcomes for the project. Henry’s significant contributions and experience ranges from contemporary and complex single dwellings and additions through to multi-residential apartments and boutique commercial buildings.
Luka Basic Architect
Bachalor of APBSA Registered Architect #3833
Architectural Studies, University of South Australia, 2013.
Masters of Architecture, Univerity of South Australia, 2015.
Luka’s passion for design comes from years of experience within the design industry as well as the construction industry. Having first hand experience on construction sites with his builder Father has given Luka a solid background in developing his design skill with a practical and technical expertise. His design talent gained while working for a number of reputable Architectural practices is now developing on a number of larger mixed use residential and hotel projects with ECA.
Alex Stadtkus Graduate of Architecture
Bachalor of Architectural Studies, University of South Australia, 2018. Masters of Architecture, Univerity of South Australia, 2020.
Graduating with a Master of Architecture in 2020, Alex brings a strong enthusiasm for design which values practicality and quality to produce well considered project outcomes. With an inherent passion for residential architecture of varying scales she believes architecture plays a vital role in shaping both the built and natural environments which surround us to enhance the quality in our everyday lifestyle. Working at ECA, Alex’s professionalism and personal contribution compliments each project she is involved in, with a continued appetite to keep developing.
Louisa Minor Graduate of Architecture
Bachalor of Architectural Studies, University of South Australia, 2018. Masters of Architecture, Univerity of South Australia, 2021.
Louisa has recently graduated with a Master of Architecture from the University of South Australia. Throughout her studies she has gained interest into urban design strategies, niche residential architecture and interior design. Sustainability and connection to the natural environment are forefront to her design thinking. She enjoys exploration of forms and materiality to bring individuality and personality to each project. Since joining ECA, Louisa has broadened her design thinking and applied it to a number of current design projects.
Enzo Caroscio Architecture + Design Pty Ltd 70 Halifax Street, Adelaide SA. tel. +61 8 8155 6063 www.enzocaroscio.com