Edition 2 August 2014
ABD Group is a place where better is part of every day. We create spaces that people love and are designed to last. It s not just what we build that people love, it s our approach, our service, our design and our delivery. When you build with ABD, you ve made the choice to build better. 03
In 1998, Raffaele Aiello recognised his passion for quality in the construction industry and founded Casello Constructions the predecessor to ABD Group. His expanding company, together with successful projects and repeat clients led Raffaele to commence ABD Group in February 2006. The Group has since developed into a thriving medium to large size builder completing in excess of 390 construction projects all of which have had a hands-on approach by Raffaele. Each project is valued up to $60m and includes Commercial, Industrial, Residential and Multi-Residential projects. This level of success in delivering large numbers of projects demonstrates ABD Group s ability to deliver. ABD Group Built Better 05
Our commitment is simple. We deliver quality projects on time, within budget and to the highest standards. Our record is proven. Since founded in 2006, ABD Group has built upon each success to become a leading medium to large size builder in Melbourne s construction industry. Our reputation speaks for itself. With an annual turnover of over $150m and the successful delivery of well over 390 commercial, industrial, residential and retail projects, we re justifiably proud of our reputation. Our relationships with employees, clients and suppliers are driven by loyalty and transparency. We bring excitement and innovation to the design, management and construction of every project. This passion is reflected in our growing number of successful projects and, more importantly, our repeat clients who know, and love, what we deliver. ABD Group Built Better 07
Better building solutions. Our success is based on our detailed design management, innovative construction techniques and competitive building costs. Raffaele is involved from concept to completion, and it s this hands-on approach to every project that sets us apart. Our goal is always to ensure each project exceeds your vision and is realised to perfection. We believe the only way to make that happen is to provide access to our senior people the creative, decisive, buck-stops-here people. We are a can do group of people, and this can be seen in our approach to quality, timeframe and budget. We are committed, responsive and proud of the way we value both old-fashioned values of honesty and reliability as well as cutting-edge building methods and technology. ABD has the capabilities to apply green building and sustainable building practices using design and planning processes that are environmentally responsible and resource efficient. ABD Group uses waste management companies that recycle up to 85% of site material. A report is provided to ABD giving statistics on its management performance. The use of sustainable building materials is one of ABD Group s solutions to a greener environment. Some materials include glass-fibre composites and engineered wood-laminated beams. These materials have a low-embodied energy resulting in a low carbon foot-print compared to current building materials. ABD is looking into the future and has the capabilities to differentiate itself from other builders. ABD Group Built Better 09
Today, the quality of our work is evident across the Melbourne skyline. ABD projects include council buildings, commercial, retail, multi-level residential apartments and mixed-use developments. ABD Group Built Better 11
Currently under construction 1 The Albert The design and construct of The Albert consists of a ground plus Location: 48 58 Albert Street, Brunswick, VIC four level building with 150 apartments. The building surrounds Client: Private a serene communal garden while a landscaped area, exclusive Value: $50M to residents, incorporates over-arching trees and sculptured Commenced: January 2014 timber benches. The layered and textured facade delivers a Complete: December 2015 warm palette of colours and this timeless scheme makes The Albert fit in with the neighbourhood. Minimal yet appealing, the geometric compositions that feature around the apartment balconies and windows are unique to the building while the ground floor facing Albert Street is enjoyed by retail tenants. ABD Group Built Better 11
2 Solstice Apartments Solstice is a new, vibrant, active and visually stunning addition to the Location: 138 Camberwell Road, Hawthorn East, VIC Camberwell Road landscape. Designed and constructed by ABD Group, Client: Bensons Property Group the building includes ground floor tenancies plus three levels consisting Value: $30M of 106 apartments with a two level basement carpark. Solstice has been Commenced: August 2014 created to make the most of what the environment has to aesthetically Complete: February 2015 offer. Energy-efficient water fixtures, fittings and lighting, centralised domestic gas hot water boosted with solar panels, plus rain and storm water harvesting tanks are all included. Passive thermal heating, exploiting the virtues of natural light and harnessing the benefits of natural ventilation, combine to give every apartment a minimum average six star energy rating. ABD Group Built Better 11
3 C3 Apartments Featuring a series of one and two bedroom options with individual parking and Location: 29 31 Frith Street, Brunswick, VIC storage facilities, C3 Apartments incorporates world class technology and sustainable Client: Bensons Property Group design elements to offer a sophisticated inner city lifestyle. The design and construct Value: $27M project consists of four ground tenancies plus six-level building with 100 apartments Commence: December 2014 and two-level car park. The building design fuses Brunswick s local character by Complete: June 2016 employing heavily articulated hard and tough materials, contrasted with the use of coloured glass panels as balustrades to selected apartments. The design links two seven-story buildings by a central laneway and the construction will exceed Environmentally Sustainable Design (ESD) requirements and achieve an independent rating equivalent to Australian Best Practice. ABD Group Built Better 11
4 Casabella Apartments Casabella, located in the heart of Preston, is a design and construct Location: 10 Clinch Avenue, Preston, VIC of a seven level building with 84 apartments and a two level Client: Private basement carpark. All luxury one and two bedroom apartments Value: $21M are sun filled with natural light, include expansive indoor and Commenced: July 2014 outdoor living areas complimented with polished timber floors, Complete: January 2016 stone bench tops and European high quality fittings. ABD Group Built Better 11
5 Duo Apartments This design and build project consists of a basement car park, two ground Location: 423 435 Spencer Street, Melbourne, VIC floor tenancies with 15 levels of 83 luxury apartments and a communal roof-top Client: Pacific LJL Pty Ltd deck. The unique two-storey apartments feature an impressive ensemble of Value: $21M spacious, light filled living spaces complemented by a host of high quality Commenced: July 2014 appointments including timber flooring, stainless steel European appliances Complete: August 2015 and air-conditioning. The one, two and three bedroom apartments have been stylishly designed and are characterised by an edgy aesthetic with clean lines, high quality finishes and spectacular views. Duo occupies a premium Spencer Street location on the edge of Melbourne s CBD and the building s external motif reflects the industrial heritage of the local area. ABD Group Built Better 11
6 Zano Apartments A seriously sleek facade, soaring glass and rusted feature Location: 800 Sydney Road, Brunswick, VIC panels give Brunswick s newest addition undeniable street Client: Private credibility. The design and build of Zano includes one Value: $14M level of basement car park with multi car-stacker systems, Commenced: June 2014 four tenancies on ground floor and 52 apartments laid Complete: December 2015 out over Levels one to five. Clean lines, designer finishes, Smeg appliances, expansive terraces and loads of custom options create living spaces for people looking for more than just an apartment. ABD Group Built Better 11
Completed projects 7 Boulevard Apartments 8 La Scala Apartments - Block A, C, D & E 11 Banbury Village - Buildings A, B & C 12 Alessia Apartments Location: 41 Edgewater Boulevard, Maribyrnong, VIC Client: Beyo Group Value: $30M Completed: August 2014 Location: La Scala Avenue, Maribyrnong, VIC Client: Beyo Group Value: $80M Completed: August 2014 Location: 64 72 Cross Street, Footscray, VIC Client: Cedar Woods Value: $15M Completed: March 2013 Location: 63 73 Lygon Street, Brunswick, VIC Client: Lygon Developments Value: $15M Completed: October 2012 Design and construct of ground plus seven level building consisting of 123 apartments and ground floor retail tenancies with two levels of basement car parking. Boulevard Apartments consists of ground floor studio apartments and one and two bedroom apartments on the upper floors. Block A consists of a five level building with 49 apartments. Block C is a seven level building comprising 12 townhouses and a total of 44 apartments. Block D was a design and construct of a five level building with 62 apartments and double-basement car parking. Block E is a seven level building comprising of 10 townhouses and a total of 66 apartments built from concrete columns and precast concrete. Both Blocks C and E buildings include basement car parking and are both five star rated and STEPS compliant. Design and construct of three heritage listed buildings remodelled to consist of 46 apartments and nine townhouses with associated car parking and landscaping. Design and construct of a six level contemporary building with part heritage facade consisting of 45 apartments and six retail tenancies with double basement car parking. 9 Foundry Apartments Stage 1 10 St Kilda P.O. 13 Inkerman Street Apartments 14 YCH Wellington Street Location: 401 Hampshire Road, Sunshine, VIC Client: Private Value: $43M Completed: July 2014 Location: 306a 310 St Kilda Road, St Kilda, VIC Client: Topgan Pty Ltd Value: $15M Completed: July 2013 Location: 38 Inkerman Street, St Kilda, VIC Client: See Otter Pty Ltd Value: $15M Completed: June 2011 Location: 95 105 Wellington Street, Collingwood, VIC Client: YCH Value: $21M Completed: February 2011 Design and construct of an eight level building with undercroft car parking and total 113 apartments plus retail tenancies. Foundry Apartments is a mixed-use development, destined to become Sunshine s premier multi-functional facility. Design and construct of a seven level building and two floors in old Post Office building. The new building comprises 44 apartments and four retail tenancy shells at ground floor. Design and construct of a seven level building consisting of 39 premium quality contemporary apartments and double basement car parking. Design and construct of a seven level residential building achieving a seven star rating and containing 86 apartments for Yarra Community Housing. ABD Group Built Better 11
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We believe in strategic, mutually successful growth. We set the highest standards for ourselves, and only work with clients, stakeholders and service providers who share our commitment to excellence. The best systems need the best people. At ABD Group, our commitment to excellence is found not only in our specialist staff, but also in our systems, from uncompromising OH&S and thorough risk management to detailed environmental impact planning. We have proven operating, administration and business systems in place, and we only use the best in leading edge, integrated, construction industry software systems. In every area of design and construction, we have the experience and expertise to deliver. ABD Group Built Better 13
ABD Group provides detailed design and project management as part of our comprehensive building and construction services. Design Our renowned design team is an integral part of every project. From initial conception to completed architectural, engineering and structural drawings, our proven design management process means everyone is always on the same page. We can help you create a project brief and identify project opportunities and constraints. Concept, planning or design at any stage of the creative process, ABD can help. Build With over 390 successful projects to date, our building experience speaks for itself. We build to budget, to brief and to last. Each ABD project is built on our experience, our attention to detail and our commitment to quality. Our builds meet the industry s highest safety standards and principles of environmentally sustainable design (ESD). Deliver Delivery is what defines us. Our proven industry experience means your project will be delivered on time, on budget and to your satisfaction. ABD helps build your vision every step of the way. We coordinate your project with consultants, authorities and proprietors. We take care of all necessary contractual documentation. We facilitate any architectural, engineering or estimator services your project may need. In short, we take care of everything. ABD Group Built Better 15
At ABD our core strength is our people: dedicated, experienced and innovative professionals who work as a team to bring your vision to life. Our highly skilled team of over 120 staff comes with years of experience in the design and construction industry. Director Raffaele Aiello and senior management have a combined 100 years experience. They are backed by the industry s best project managers, safety experts, site supervisors and civil engineers, who all share a commitment to excellence. We have the expertise, passion and people to meet any challenge and we can be relied upon to deliver. ABD Group Built Better 17
We have built strong relationships throughout the industry and take pride in every one of our completed projects across a diverse range of sectors. We work with government bodies and property groups, national conglomerates and small business. No matter the size of the project, we embrace the challenge to design, build and deliver cost-effective projects of the highest standard. ABD Group Built Better
ABD Group ABN 37 109 588 589 73 McGregors Drive, Keilor Park, VIC 3042 Telephone 03 8336 1504 Facsimilie 03 8336 1503 Email enquiries@abdgroup.com.au www.abdgroup.com.au