Abode318 facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Abode318 |
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Abode318 under construction in August 2014
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| General information | |
| Status | Complete |
| Type | Residential |
| Location | 302-324 Russell Street, Melbourne,  Australia |
| Coordinates | 37°48′33″S 144°57′52″E / 37.8092°S 144.9645°E |
| Construction started | 2011 |
| Construction stopped | 2015 |
| Completed | 2015 |
| Cost | AUD$136 million |
| Height | |
| Tip | 187.3 m (614.5 ft) |
| Roof | 187.3 m (614.5 ft) |
| Top floor | 172.9 m (567.3 ft) |
| Technical details | |
| Floor count | 57 plus 1 underground |
| Floor area | 45,000 m2 (480,000 sq ft) |
| Lifts/elevators | 4 |
| Design and construction | |
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| Structural engineer | Meinhardt Group |
| Main contractor | ProBuild |
Abode318 is a very tall residential building, also known as a skyscraper, located in Melbourne, Australia. It was designed by architects Elenberg Fraser and Disegno Australia. This building is a home for many people, with lots of apartments inside.
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Abode318: A Modern Skyscraper in Melbourne
What Makes Abode318 Special?
Abode318 is a tall building in Melbourne, Australia. It was built by PDG Corporation and Schiavello. The building was designed by two companies: Elenberg Fraser and Disegno Australia.
One of the most interesting things about Abode318 is its unique shape. It has a "curving exterior" that stands out. This curved design is covered with special rose-coloured glass. This glass is not just for looks; it also helps keep the building warm in winter and cool in summer.
Abode318 has 57 floors above ground. It also has one floor underground. Inside, there are 450 apartments where people live. The building reaches a height of 187.3 metres (about 615 feet).
How Was Abode318 Built?
The idea for this skyscraper first came up in 2007. Back then, it was called the Barton Tower. The plan for Abode318 was approved in 2011 by the Planning Minister, Matthew Guy. Construction started later that same year.
Building a skyscraper is a big job! The total cost for Abode318 was about $136 million Australian dollars. The building reached its full height in late 2014. This is called "topping out." It means the main structure of the building is complete. The entire building was finished and ready by early 2015.
How Tall Is Abode318?
When Abode318 was finished in 2015, it became one of the tallest buildings in Melbourne. It was the 10th tallest building in the city at that time. It was also the first building since the Eureka Tower (completed in 2006) to join the list of Melbourne's ten tallest buildings. As of November 2016, it was the 22nd tallest building in Melbourne.
