Architectural Design
91–93 Unitt Street, Melton
The architectural design of 91–93 Unitt Street, Melton presents a contemporary retail landmark that elevates the local streetscape while delivering a highly functional and future-ready commercial environment. Designed as a modern neighbourhood supermarket, the building balances strong visual identity with everyday practicality, creating a welcoming destination for the community.
The architecture is defined by a clear, horizontal composition, with an activated ground floor and a refined upper level that reduces perceived scale. At street level, expansive glazing promotes transparency, visibility, and engagement, allowing the retail activity within to animate the public realm. This openness enhances safety, accessibility, and the overall shopping experience.
Materiality is carefully considered to reflect both context and longevity. A robust brick base provides durability and a connection to Melton’s established character, while contemporary metal cladding and clean glazing lines introduce a modern expression that signals investment and renewal. Deep roof overhangs and articulated façade elements add visual rhythm while offering shade and weather protection.
Materiality is carefully considered to reflect both context and longevity. A robust brick base provides durability and a connection to Melton’s established character, while contemporary metal cladding and clean glazing lines introduce a modern expression that signals investment and renewal. Deep roof overhangs and articulated façade elements add visual rhythm while offering shade and weather protection.
The building’s form prioritises clarity and legibility, with well-defined entry points and intuitive circulation for customers, staff, and deliveries. Flexible internal planning allows the architecture to adapt over time, supporting evolving retail and tenancy requirements without compromising design integrity.
Environmental performance is integrated through daylight optimisation, façade shading, and passive design principles, enhancing comfort and operational efficiency. Landscaping softens the building edges, reinforcing its civic presence and connection to the surrounding streetscape.
Overall, the architectural design delivers a confident, contemporary commercial building that strengthens Melton’s retail offering—combining durability, flexibility, and modern architectural appeal to create a high-quality asset for both the community and future operators.
