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Tempus Turner Townhouses in Canberra
7 Mar 2022
Architects: Cox Architecture
Location: Canberra, ACT, Australia

Photos: Roderigo Vargas
Tempus Turner Townhouses, ACT
The Tempus project represents the introduction of a terrace typology to the Canberra housing market akin to iconic terrace housing in major cities like London and New York. The philosophy underpinning the design was to create a single cohesive form, opposed to a collection of individual dwellings. Each part of the façade design is linked to create cohesiveness through consistent proportionality and materiality.

The façades are purposefully understated, without ornamentation or decorative features. Instead, they are classically proportioned and feature enduring materials such as face-brick and copper cladding. These dwellings are light-filled, cross ventilated and have a generosity of space and amenity throughout.
With a more sustainable approach to transport, and a desire to emphasise work/life balance for Canberrans, the option to walk, cycle, and use public transport is ideal. The project is sited in an established inner-city suburb with local shops, cafes, and businesses all in walking distance. The newly developed Canberra tramline has several stops local conveniently to residents, with wider transport links to the CBD and beyond available.

The intention for Tempus is for the buildings to a...