Cornerstone
Biophilic Rehabilitative Interior Design
BIO
PROFESSIONAL STATEMENT
Brianna Condon is an interior designer with a strong focus on human-centred design, drawing on her understanding of how people emotionally and physically respond to their surroundings. She approaches each project with a commitment to creating purposeful, functional spaces that support meaningful human experience. Brianna believes interiors should offer more than utility, they should provide a sense of retreat, connection and emotional resonance.
Her design process explores how environments can influence perception and enhance quality of life. By prioritising human needs, dignity and comfort, Brianna aims to create spaces that are not only visually compelling but also socially responsive. Her work reflects a deep commitment to inclusivity, care and thoughtful design that enriches everyday living.
DESIGN
CONCEPT STATEMENT
The facility proposed, will be a space where dignity, safety and opportunity can coexist. Ensuring the facility is a framework for transformation, through narrative and context the project will respond to the broader social challenges in Melbourne, whilst offering a tangible design solution that reflects care, inclusivity and hope. Cornerstone is a contemporary and minimalistic rehabilitation facility within Melbourne’s southern suburbs, dedicated to providing temporary accommodation for individuals experiencing homelessness or financial hardship.
The facility will function as both a safe shelter and a rehabilitation center, supporting residents in regaining independence.
The facility embodies a contemporary and minimalist approach, prioritizing dignity, functionality, and accessibility.
It seeks to create a calming, restorative environment that allows residents to feel secure while accessing essential resources. This design integrates both private and communal spaces, ensuring balance between personal reflection and community support.
SITE
15-37 BANK STREET, SOUTH MELBOURNE, VIC 3205
Floor area : 2625m2
Land area: 2874m2
Total car spaces: 385
Parking comments: 380 bay
commercial car park + 5 office car spaces
Energy rating: 4.5 star NABERS energy rating
4.5-star NABERS Energy Rating
Surrounded by a diverse combination of residential apartments, commercial offices and vast lifestyle amenity Set to benefit from the upcoming ANZAC Train Station with an expected 2025 completion date – part of the $11bn Melbourne Metro Tunnel Project Neighboring landmarks surrounding destinations include the South Melbourne Market, Clarendon Street Shopping Precinct, Shrine of Remembrance, Royal Botanic Gardens and Albert Park Lake, all accessible via St Kilda Road tram links Immediate connectivity to Southbank –Crown Casino Entertainment Precinct, Melbourne CBD, as well as South Eastern corridor via major arterials Kings Way and the Monash Freeway (M1)
CLIENT
DESCRIPTION AND ROLE
The client is the Victorian Government, working in collaboration with established charities, nonprofits, homelessness and improving livability for individuals experiencing financial hardship. The government acts as the primary funder and operator, while partner organizations contribute specialized services, resources and on-theground support to ensure the facility functions as both a safe shelter and a rehabilitation hub.
The Target users are individuals facing homelessness and those experiencing severe financial hardship. This includes people in need of temporary accommodation, as well as those requiring access to resources, skills training and support services that can help them regain independence. The design prioritizes their dignity, safety and wellbeing, recognizing that the ultimate aim is to empower users to transition from crisis into stability, enabling them to re-enter society with improved financial and physical independence.
Designed, Modeled and Rendered by
Brianna Condon