Nowell B Taylor House
- Description 57 units and 4 commercial offices
- Location Nerang
- Sector Living
- Sub-Sector Accommodation, Affordable Housing, Workplace
- Specialties New Build
- Contract Type Fixed Lump Sum
- Delivery Method Construct Only
- Client The Y (YMCA Queensland)
- Architect Bureau Proberts
- Photographer Usherusher
Nowell B Taylor House was developed by The Y to provide safe, affordable housing for community members eligible under the Department of Communities criteria. Their mission is rooted in dignity, inclusion, and opportunity.
Constructed within an urban setting, the project required careful coordination to manage public interface works and ensure safety across all trades. The site’s integration into the existing streetscape demanded staged delivery and close collaboration to mitigate disruption, particularly during façade installation and basement excavation. Works were completed on schedule and within budget.
The building presents a contemporary, brand‑aligned aesthetic featuring red cladding panels, grey concrete elements, and black‑tinted glazing to enhance privacy and energy performance. Recessed balconies with black railings provide outdoor amenity without compromising views, while the ventilated rainscreen façade system improves durability and thermal efficiency. The design balances visual impact with long‑term functionality for residents.

The full scope included 57 residential units, 4 commercial office suites for use of The Y and their extended services, basement carparking, and associated infrastructure and communal areas. The design aligns with the Clients corporate branding and operational values of honesty, respect, caring, and responsibility.
Nowell B Taylor House stands as a long-term asset to the Nerang community, delivering secure housing, promoting social inclusion, and embodying The Y’s commitment to holistic wellbeing.












