Sunday, August 23, 2015

Morpeth retirement village Closebourne wins award

From the Maitland Mercury report:
Morpeth retirement village Closebourne has won the seniors independent living category in the coveted Urban Development Institute of Australia NSW awards.
The Lendlease development’s ­integration with the historic village impressed judges.
The careful restoration of Morpeth House, a historic building within the village, demonstrated Lendlease’s commitment.
“Using materials and methods from 150 years ago, the historical relevance of the building has been retained and its use transformed into a vibrant and interactive community centre,” Lendlease retirement living managing director Michael Eggington said.

Full article available at: Maitland Mercury, Aug. 17, 2015.