When hotels and apartments combine: Vivére on Dorcas delivers unmatched amenity

Standing tall above the Voco Hotel South Melbourne, Vivére comprises 36 residences that aptly echo the Latin roots of its name, "to live."
When hotels and apartments combine: Vivére on Dorcas delivers unmatched amenity
Alison Warters July 28, 2023AMENITY WATCH

Pioneering property developer BEKL, took to South Melbourne for their latest residential development, Vivére on Dorcas.

Standing tall above the Voco Hotel South Melbourne, Vivére comprises 36 residences that aptly echo the Latin roots of its name, "to live."

Amenity within an apartment development is one of the most important considerations for developers. Often taking inspiration from the finest resorts across the world, amenity has become more than just a pool. 

Read more: How BEKL and Plus Architecture paid homage to the Botanic Gardens at their South Melbourne apartment development, Vivére on Dorcas

Residents are first greeted by the grand lobby, separate and private from the Voco Hotel, providing a personal doorstep and mailbox for Vivére.

The hotel's well-appointed gym invites health enthusiasts to maintain their fitness levels while enjoying the comforts of home.

A sociable restaurant and bar cater to the residents' culinary desires, and premium room services provide a touch of luxury and convenience.

Read more: Inside Vivére on Dorcas: Behind the sculptural façade at the new South Melbourne apartment development

Curago, spanning two floors and 2,293 sqm of office space, further expands the offering at Vivére. The multi-purpose co-work space is a hub of productivity and connectivity. From private offices to dedicated work desks and hot desks, Curago is fully accessible to all Vivére residents. The office space also includes well-equipped private boardrooms, soundproof phone booths, a meditation chamber and a photography studio. 

One, two and three-bedroom apartments are still remaining in the development, with prices starting from $490,000. 

Alison Warters

Alison Warters is a property journalist for Urban, based in Sydney. Alison is especially interested in the evolution of the New Build/Development space, when it comes to design innovation and sustainability.

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