Construction has commenced on The Standard Melbourne in Fitzroy, six months after it was announced that the iconic hotel brand was arriving to Australian shores.

The Rose Street site was acquired in 2018 by private Melbourne developer DealCorp, which received permit approval for a hotel in 2019. The partnership with The Standard was a natural fit for both the developer and hotel group, with both pointing to an alignment in brand values and the fitting Fitzroy location as key to commencing the project.

Hamilton Marino Builders has been appointed to undertake the build, bringing to life the seven-storey project which will feature architectures by notable Australian practice Woods Bagot. Prominent Melbourne-based design firm Hecker Guthrie will take on the role of interior designers.

The Standard’s distinct style of hospitality will be expressed in each of the 126 rooms, along with an intimate rooftop experience where revellers can enjoy the sights and sounds of the hotel’s vibrant Fitzroy location. The suburb is noted for its colourful and energetic atmosphere, further enriched by a bustling culinary and creative scene.

The Standard’s unique hotel operating style will offer an exciting new entertainment and hotel offering to Melbournian’s and visitors.

With the hospitality industry paving its way into a post-COVID future, the project, reportedly worth in excess of $60m, will provide initial economic stimulus in the form of construction work and a number of new jobs within the hotel upon completion.

DealCorp’s Executive Chairman David Kobritz is looking forward to breaking ground on the exciting project, saying “ We are immensely proud to be part of the team bringing The Standard to Australia, and construction commencing on site marks another step forward in realising this project.”

“ As tourism and hospitality returns to Melbourne over the next 12 months, the timing of this project will play a role in the city’s economic recovery and serve to reinvigorate its ambience.”

He added further, “ For a project of this stature, appointing the right builder was imperative. Hamilton Marino was a clear choice, having established a reputation for its hotel experience and high-quality, considered works over the last four decades.”

Construction has recently commenced and is set to conclude in 2023 with the hotel operational by Q2 of the same year.

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