Blue Haven Village

  • Description 88 independent living units
  • Location Kiama
  • Sector Living
  • Sub-Sector Independent Living, Retirement Living
  • Specialties New Build, Live Environment
  • Contract Type Fixed Lump Sum, GC21
  • Delivery Method Construct Only
  • Client Kiama Council
  • Architect DEM
  • Photographer David Hunt
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Blue Haven Village has been a cornerstone of Kiama’s retirement community since 1979, offering convenient, lifestyle-focused independent living. Stage 5 expanded the village with 88 new vertical living apartments, including 1-bedroom units through to spacious 188m² apartments with terraces. The development provides shared amenities such as a Sky Lounge, conservatory, atrium lounge, hairdressing and kitchen facilities, all designed to take advantage of stunning town, harbour and mountain views.

Construction presented unique challenges, with the village remaining fully occupied during works. Careful planning and sequencing ensured the safety and comfort of 114 existing residents, with minimal disruption to daily life. The building was cleverly integrated into the natural slope of the site, balancing structural needs.

Stage 5 prioritised accessibility and adaptability, incorporating modern independent living units that meet contemporary market demands. Key design features included many communal spaces and outdoor terraces to enhance social interaction and wellbeing.

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The project scope included the delivery of 88 new units within the village, along with upgraded amenities and landscaped areas. This stage complements the village’s existing 114 independent living units and gives the village a total of 202 units.

Stage 5 reinforces Blue Haven Village as a vibrant, active retirement community, blending lifestyle, convenience and choice. Residents benefit from immediate access to Kiama’s main street, leisure centre, beaches, clubs and social activities, while enjoying modern, adaptable homes with stunning views.

Our Awards

Year

2015

Urban Development Institute of Australia

Commendation Award for Regions and ACT
Awarded to Calder Flower Architects

6338 Gosling Creek Award

Hear from our Industry Partners…

Steve Dawson
Blue Haven Village Manager, Kiama Council

This is an exceptional looking building with views to Kiama harbour, a curved facade and internal atrium over the lounge area among its notable features. Grindley collaborated closely with on-site surveyors throughout the project to deliver a structure of technical complexity that includes a large observation deck and sky-lounge. Particularly impressive in terms of process was Grindley’s successful measures to minimise disruption and protect the safety of residents in the adjacent aged care home and independent living units.