Square Peg In A Round Hole
Innovative and architectural in equal measure, this newly constructed home in Melbourne's Armadale showcased bold design with its centrally located decorative round shaft, encased in rendered finish and framed by a wraparound staircase. At the heart of this structural statement? A custom-designed E2 home lift from Lift Shop.
The cylindrical shaft not only draws the eye, it provides a stunning context for the vertical movement through the residence. Within this sculptural form, the fully galvanised E2 lift was specified, offering durability and design flexibility. From there, the owner/builder added their personal touch, powdercoating the profiles and landing doors to perfectly match the home's contemporary interiors.
Inside the cabin, polyurethane wall panelling created a clean, modern finish while a full-height rear wall mirror added light and spatial depth to the lift's interior. These sleek surfaces were grounded by a bleached ash timber floor, chosen to provide seamless continuity with the surrounding flooring at entry level. It's a cohesive blend of textures and tones: clean, crisp, and custom.
One of the standout functional benefits of this round shaft design was the additional space it allowed within the vertical envelope. This extra shaft volume enabled air-conditioning ducting to be routed across all levels of the home, a clever design move that didn't interfere with the lift itself. (As always, services inside lift shafts must be independently partitioned and accessible externally, and Lift Shop ensures compliance and safety with every installation.)
This project demonstrates how the right lift, thoughtfully planned and creatively integrated, can enhance even the most ambitious architectural vision.
See more one-of-a-kind installations like this in our case studies, or learn how Lift Shop brings modern design to life with safe, high-performance lifts by visiting our About Us page.
Planning something similar? Explore the E Series home lifts available today, read about our lift shafts, see how much a home lift costs, or visit our Melbourne showroom.
More of this style features in our Standard Inclusion home lift project.
See how this round-shaft E2 fits into our guide to small home lifts for tight spaces.
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