Romsey Coles
Romsey is a standalone 3200sqm Coles Supermarket development within the local town of Romsey with a 200sqm Liquorland and 200sqm specialty offering.
LOCATION
Wurundjeri | Romsey, VIC
SQM
3200
CLIENT
Coles Developments
YEAR
2025
STATUS
Complete
BUILDER
INSITU Group
A balanced approach that supports both retailer identity and the character of Romsey
i2C provided architectural services from conceptual master planning of the site through concept development and construction alongside other consultants, clients, project managers and builder. The design for Romsey placed a strong emphasis on sustainability, rural character and the use of locally relevant materials.
Council was highly conscious of how the development would interface with the surrounding rural town and local environment, requiring a considered and sympathetic architectural response. These elements helped the development integrate with its surroundings while maintaining the consistent branding and commercial requirements expected by Coles. The result was a balanced approach that supported both the identity of the retailer and the character of Romsey.
Targeted improvements deliver measurable savings and operational efficiencies
Romsey was used as a pilot project for Coles Developments to assess the cost and practical implications of sustainability initiatives beyond the scope of its standard development briefs. The case study focused on key areas including energy, water, materiality and waste management, identifying targeted improvements that could deliver measurable savings and greater operational efficiency.
Architectural advice was provided alongside Edison Consulting’s building-services expertise, supporting the investigation, coordination and implementation of practical sustainability measures aligned with Coles’ broader sustainability objectives.