965 Dandenong Road
Malvern East
Purpose-built student accommodation opposite Monash University
DMS Floors was engaged by AG Construct to deliver all flooring finishes for a purpose-built student accommodation development comprising 119 student rooms and associated common areas. Located directly opposite Monash University's Caulfield Campus, the project demanded durable, low-maintenance flooring solutions capable of withstanding high occupant turnover while maintaining a contemporary aesthetic.
The flooring package combined luxury vinyl plank flooring with feature carpet tile installations to create a practical yet visually engaging environment. With multiple trades operating concurrently across several levels, careful staging, coordination, and programme management were critical to achieving successful delivery within a compressed three-month construction timeframe.
What was delivered
- Installation of 2,100m² luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout accommodation areas using a dual-bond installation system
- Installation of 855m² feature carpet tile flooring in five complementary colours with custom feature layouts and pattern configurations
- Full subfloor preparation including 2,100m² concrete diamond grinding, levelling with Uzin NC162 self-levelling compound, and ramping with Uzin NC182 rapid-dry mortar
- Acoustic underlay installation — 2,100m² Dunlop Advantage 3 rubber underlay beneath vinyl flooring systems
- Staged installation across multiple levels coordinated with the builder's programme
- Coordination of deliveries and material handling within an active construction environment across all levels
Managing complexity at scale
- Tight construction programme with multiple trades working simultaneously across all levels
- Significant subfloor inconsistencies from post-tension concrete slabs requiring extensive levelling and ramping
- Maintaining programme momentum while coordinating multiple installation crews across a large-scale project
- Managing material logistics and deliveries within a constrained construction schedule
- Implemented a staged installation strategy aligned with the builder's programme across all levels
- Allocated dedicated subfloor preparation crews to complete levelling and ramping ahead of floorcovering installation
- Adjusted labour allocations and sequencing throughout to maintain programme milestones
- Coordinated closely with the builder and other trades — efficient material handling to minimise double handling and improve workflow
Our approach on site
- Full compliance with site-specific safety requirements and SWMS throughout all works
- Dust and silica management controls implemented throughout all subfloor preparation activities
- Ongoing quality inspections conducted by DMS project management throughout all installation stages
- Progress monitoring, photographic records, and quality assurance checks maintained throughout the project
- Delivered in full accordance with Australian Standards and project specifications — zero defects at practical completion
The project was successfully delivered within the three-month construction programme, providing nearly 3,000m² of completed flooring across the development. Through proactive programme management, extensive subfloor remediation, and close coordination with site stakeholders, DMS Floors maintained construction momentum while delivering a durable, high-quality outcome suitable for long-term student accommodation use. The completed project enabled the builder to achieve handover before Christmas, allowing occupancy to commence in preparation for the following academic year.
DMS Floors was recognised for its flexibility, responsiveness, and ability to maintain programme requirements while delivering a consistent, high-quality finish throughout the development.
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