John Demos Architects is an Australian firm working in Australia, Asia, the Middle East and Europe. The firm is a champion advocate for its clients — a reputation consolidated over 35 years of professional practice and an enviable record of accomplishing results for complex projects. The firm’s output extends across projects of all types and scale including wineries and hospitality, corporate offices, residences, medium to high density apartments, aged care, nursing home facilities and urban renewal projects.
The firm was founded in Melbourne in 1984 by John Demos. Under his leadership, it has become a highly successful architectural practice acclaimed for a high calibre of work across a multitude of projects. John Demos has a comprehensive understanding of the very real impact of planning, construction, economic, legal, cultural, statutory and regulatory framework on the practice of architecture.
Together with an acute appreciation of the personal aspirations of his clients, this makes each commission a unique set of circumstances for architectural opportunity, something he approaches with great vigor and intent. A skilled communicator and educator, John is a keynote speaker for the Institute of Architects education series, lectures at educational intuitions and conferences and has a mentorship program for graduates and under-graduates within his firm.
If you need to unwind, meander you way down to Queens Park at the end of Hutchenson Street. Here, large heritage trees provide ample shade for a picnic – while the day away on the grassy lawn or enjoy a lazy stroll around the magnificent ornamental lake. Featuring a bowls club, outdoor pool and large children’s playground, there’s much to discover at this leafy retreat.
Just a short drive from Eloquence, the Maribyrnong River is a hive for activity and leisure. On any day of the week, locals can be seen picnicking by the water, bike riding or jogging along the river trail, canoeing or kayaking, and so much more. A number of bars and restaurants are dotted along the river’s edge when you need to rest and refuel.
Comprising a bowls club, tennis club, football club and two dog-friendly ovals, Buckley is the recreational heart of the community. Round up your canine companion and enjoy getting to know the locals in a lush, green setting. On weekends, watch the Essendon Doutta Stars Football Club kick goals at their home ground.
Moonee Ponds is home to a thriving performing arts scene, starting at the Clocktower Centre on Mt Alexander Road. Housed within the old town hall building, the complex features a large theatre, where everything from live music to stand up comedy takes place. It also features its own recording studio and writing room for burgeoning local creatives.
Serviced by an efficient public transport network, residents of Eloquence will enjoy an enviable sense of connectivity to the world around them. Walk 5 minutes down the road to Essendon station, where a train on the Craigieburn line will carry you into the city in under 20 minutes. Alternatively, jump on the 59 Tram at Pascoe Vale Road for an efficient journey into the CBD via Flemington and North Melbourne.
This pocket of Melbourne is renowned for being one of the city’s leading educational precincts, home to a myriad of esteemed private schools including St Columba’s, Penleigh and Essendon Grammar, and Lowther Hall. With numerous primary schools and state schools also within close proximity, residents of Eloquence will be spoiled for choice.