Where architecture, landscape, and community are woven together to create a new standard of inner-city living.
This is not simply a place to live —
it is a neighbourhood designed to grow, breathe, and endure.
A Vision Rooted in Nature and Community
The Canopy is guided by a deep respect for the land and its history. From the ground-level park to the rooftop garden, nature is not an afterthought — it is the organising principle of the entire development.
A dense urban forest rises through the building via a signature green spine, connecting the public park, podium gardens, balcony planters, and rooftop sanctuary. This continuous landscape creates daily moments of calm, connection, and restoration — offering residents an antidote to fast-paced city life.
Every element is designed to reduce stress, enhance wellbeing, and foster genuine community.
Architecture | A Contemporary Landmark with Industrial Soul
Designed by Hayball, The Canopy’s architecture balances bold form with warmth and restraint.
Drawing inspiration from the site’s industrial heritage, the building expresses strength and character through a refined palette of brick, metal, and glass — softened by cascading greenery and layered terraces.
Architectural highlights include:
- A staggered roofline referencing the site’s historic factory origins
- Sculptural façades animated by planting and natural light
- Cascading balconies with integrated garden bowls
- A podium that transitions from urban energy to residential calm
As the building rises, its expression subtly shifts — grounding itself in the street while opening into a more domestic, human scale above.
Landscape | A Green Spine from Street to Sky
Landscape is central to The Canopy’s identity.
The site is organised into three interconnected green realms:
The Park
A new public park on Johnson Street forms the project’s “green front door” — a place for picnics, play, and community gathering.
The Podium
Lush garden terraces provide shared outdoor spaces for residents, echoing the feel of a traditional backyard in a contemporary urban setting.
The Rooftop
An elevated sanctuary with sweeping city and bay views, designed as an immersive garden retreat rather than a conventional rooftop.
This layered landscape restores native ecologies, enhances biodiversity, and reconnects residents with seasonal change — creating an environment that feels alive year-round.
Interiors | Calm, Light-Filled Homes Designed for Living
Inside, residences at The Canopy are warm, functional, and deeply connected to their surroundings.
Homes are designed to maximise light, airflow, and comfort, featuring:
- Open-plan living areas with generous proportions
- Broad frontages to increase natural daylight
- Cross-flow ventilation for passive cooling
- Large balconies extending living spaces outdoors
- Neutral palettes layered with timber, stone, and tactile finishes
- Integrated storage and thoughtfully positioned study areas
Bedrooms are conceived as quiet retreats, while kitchens and living spaces support everyday life — from entertaining to working from home.
Every detail prioritises ease, wellbeing, and longevity.
Amenities | Spaces That Bring People Together
The Canopy’s shared amenities are designed to be high-use, high-value, and deeply connected to nature.
Residents enjoy access to:
- A landscaped rooftop “eco-deck” with gardens and city views
- Rooftop onsen-style spas for rest and restoration
- Communal BBQ and outdoor dining areas
- Multipurpose function space with outdoor terrace
- Bicycle storage and repair facilities
- Secure parcel lockers and mailroom
- Electric vehicle charging provision
- Resident and community app for seamless living
These spaces are intentionally simple, calming, and welcoming — encouraging connection while still allowing for privacy and retreat.
Location | Connected to the Best of Melbourne
Positioned in South Melbourne, The Canopy sits at the crossroads of established neighbourhood charm and future-focused urban renewal.
From here, residents enjoy easy access to:
- South Melbourne Market
- Clarendon Street shopping and cafés
- Port Melbourne beaches and foreshore trails
- Albert Park Lake and surrounding parklands
- Melbourne’s Arts Precinct, CBD, and Southbank
- Major transport routes, trams, cycling paths, and future infrastructure
With Fishermans Bend evolving into one of Australia’s most significant urban renewal precincts, The Canopy is perfectly placed for long-term growth, lifestyle, and connectivity.
A Community Designed for the Future
The Canopy is built on the idea that cities should nurture people — not overwhelm them.
Through sustainable design, deep landscaping, and a focus on everyday wellbeing, this development creates a place where residents can form lasting connections, live more lightly on the planet, and feel genuinely at home.
It is a neighbourhood where nature leads, community follows, and life feels balanced.
The Canopy — Where Nature, Architecture and Everyday Life Intertwine
A living forest in the city.
A home shaped by light, air, and landscape.
A new chapter for South Melbourne living.
This is The Canopy —
designed for today, and built for generations to come.
