A folded glass facade reflects the synergy of Swan Streets’ vibrant commercial precinct beyond and acts as a transparent curtain between the street and the inviting vastness of the lobby lounge.
Swan House | 439–443 Swan Street, Richmond
Swan House is a contemporary Build-to-Rent development that marks a bold new chapter in the urban evolution of Richmond. Rising seven storeys along vibrant Swan Street, this architecturally striking building comprises 51 high-quality apartments in studio, one, two, and three-bedroom configurations — designed to meet the lifestyle needs of modern urban professionals.
Drawing on the site’s industrial past, the design reinterprets its heritage through a future-focused lens, blending ambitious geometry with transparency, lightness, and vertical soft-scaping. The result is a compelling and considered contribution to Melbourne’s ongoing renewal.
Inside, each apartment features premium finishes, efficient layouts, and access to professional building management for a seamless living experience. Lifestyle is central to the offering — with a rooftop garden, outdoor yoga spaces, BBQ facilities, fully equipped gym, and sauna providing wellness-oriented amenities in a communal setting. The building incorporates energy-efficient systems and environmentally conscious materials, reflecting a clear commitment to sustainability.
At street level, 230sqm of prime retail space activates the ground floor and enhances the public realm, while proximity to trams and Burnley Station places Swan House at the heart of connected, inner-city living.
Swan House sets a new benchmark for Build-to-Rent living — where architecture, sustainability and community come together in one of Melbourne’s most exciting precincts.
Key Features:
A folded glass facade reflects the synergy of Swan Streets’ vibrant commercial precinct beyond and acts as a transparent curtain between the street and the inviting vastness of the lobby lounge.
This element is immensely welcoming and ensures both tenants and visitors engage in an exceptional sense of arrival. Designed by Bruce Henderson Architects, 439-443 Swan Street is the epitome of a world-class commercial offering.
With unparalleled proximity to public transport, cafes, bars, restaurants, parks and the Yarra River, as well as easy access to major arterials, 439-443 Swan Street stands as a testament to enduring commercial real estate that considers the multi-faceted inclusions necessary to equip it with a relevance well into the future.
Function and form have been investigated meticulously to realise interior and exterior spaces entirely aligned to increasing professional productivity and wellness whilst instilling tenants with a sense of pride in their place of business and its dynamic locale.