Hotel Vera, located in a 19th-century historic mansion in the heart of Ballarat’s CBD, approximately 115 kilometers from Melbourne, blends historical charm with contemporary sophistication in tribute to the owner’s grandmother, Vera.

Hansen’s urban planning team navigated the complexities of heritage preservation, new additions, and parking logistics as part of the town planning approval process for this site, which was once a medical centre.

We are also proud to have contributed to the delivery of the restaurant benefiting both the local Ballarat community and the broader tourism sector. Restaurant ‘Babae’ was also awarded one chef’s hat by The Age Good Food Guide for 2025.

Images courtesy of Architects: Pitch Architecture.