Welcome to The Eighth, a development that not only promises unparalleled luxury but also offers the best of Domain Precinct right at your doorstep.<h3>Elevated living with exceptional apartment features</h3>From the moment you step through the apartment entry lobby you'll know you've arrived somewhere special. Over-scaled kitchens feature wine and cocktail cabinets, while separate utility zones, custom bedheads in master bedrooms, and bespoke walk-in robes and ensuites redefine luxury living.<h3>Holistic lifestyle with premium onsite amenities</h3>A grand lobby welcomes you to a world of amenities, including offices for rent, a rooftop pool and bar, an exclusive members-only wellbeing facility and a ground floor Italian eatery. It's not just a home; it's a lifestyle hub.<h3>Domain Precinct: A community of convenience</h3>Book-ended by the Botanical Gardens and Albert Park Lake, The Eighth is strategically located to offer the best of Domain Precinct. From the famous Domain Precinct Market to Clarendon Street's shopping scene, from gourmet restaurants to cosy cafes—everything you need is within reach.<h3>The team behind The Eighth</h3>The Eighth is a collaborative masterpiece, the result of synergy between some of the industry’s brightest minds. Projects by Crema, known for delivery of quality and reliability. Elenberg Fraser brings architectural genius, known for designs that meld form and function. Mim Design, the interior designers, are experts at crafting spaces that resonate with elegance and practicality. And last but not least, Architect Peter Kennon’s visionary approach transforms The Eighth into a “container for life.”<h3>Experience The Eighth: Book your private appointment</h3>Ready to discover the epitome of luxurious living in Domain Precinct? Submit an enquiry to schedule a private appointment and explore what makes The Eighth a truly exceptional development.

The Eighth, South Melbourne - 22 Kings Place, South Melbourne

Rooftop pools are hard to come by in Melbourne.

While generally more of a trend in the Sunshine State due to the climate, Melbourne's gets plenty warm enough in Spring and Summer for the amenity that has been a little left behind in both the Victorian and New South Wales capital.

Projects by Crema decided to break the mould at its recently completed South Melbourne apartment development, The Eighth.

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/buildings/the-eighth-south-melbourne-22-kings-place-south-melbourne-vic-3205">The Eighth</a> is one of the least dense projects to be delivered in South Melbourne in years, with just 36 large-scale apartments across the 12-level building.

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It was about creating an inspiring space for residents to gather. Those who already call The Eighth home frequently head up to the roof, whether it's for a swim or for the bar and dining area, which offer sweeping views to both the Melbourne CBD skyline and Albert Park.

There's further amenity within the building, with an Italian eatery, serving from the early hours through to the mid afternoon, located conveniently on the ground level.

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Peter Kennon, the architect behind the building, described The Eighth as “a container for life”.

Kennon and Projects by Crema Founder Nicolas Crema bonded over their mutual frustration with buildings and residential developments that claimed to offer a superior lifestyle, but did not at their heart have an understanding of and appreciation for the way people really want to live, and that did not give residents the power to curate their own lifestyles.

They decided to create a place to live where people’s lives organically spilled over the edges of their private residences and into other areas of the building. And where spaces inspire feelings of belonging.

This shared vision has resulted in a building that is intuitive, easy living in its DNA. The thinking behind The Eighth and its design epitomises Kennon’s and Crema’s philosophy of lifestyle without compromise.

The building elevates everyday experiences and activities – like reading the paper or working in the downstairs café, meditating or exercising at lunch time, arriving home via a private lift at the end of the day, and catching up with family and friends at night by the rooftop pool – by centring the way people actually want to live now.

“To me, it’s about feeling comfortable in your own skin,” says Kennon.

“It’s the ability to craft a lifestyle and routine that enables you to spend time doing what you love and what makes you feel good. The Eighth works to the patterns of the people living in the building."

To cater for a variety of lifestyle far and above what spaces there are for residents, The Eighth also has a dedicated concierge service and on-site management to elevate the day-to-day experience.

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The apartments themselves have been crafted by interior design doyenne Miriam Fanning, whose focus tends to be more on luxury houses than apartment developments.&nbsp;

Her design studio, MIM Design, created the spaces with timeless materials, such as stone benchtops, cove lighting in bedrooms, stone baths in most apartments, and expansive glazing that draws in natural light while maintaining privacy.

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Located in South Melbourne, just one train stop from the CBD via the upcoming Anzac Station, The Eighth integrates private residences, co-working spaces, wellness facilities and hospitality offerings within a single, architecturally driven address.&nbsp;

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There are only four apartments left to sell in the building. The generously-sized 128 sqm three-bed apartments start from just under $1.6 million.

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Joel Robinson

Projects by Crema takes lifestyle elements sky high at The Eighth in South Melbourne

South Mel​bourne’s Domain precinct is no stranger to transformation, but <a href="/buildings/the-eighth-south-melbourne-22-kings-place-south-melbourne-vic-3205">The Eighth</a> signals a new kind of shift - one that places lifestyle, wellness, and design on equal footing.

“When <a href="/developers/crema-group">Projects by Crema</a> set out to develop in <a href="/developments/south-melbourne-vic-3205">South Melbourne</a>, they wanted to create more than just an apartment project - they wanted to create a lifestyle hub,” says Taylor Dow, Managing Director at <a href="/project-marketer/dow-real-estate">DOW Real Estate</a>.

That vision has taken shape in an 18-level building that does more than simply house residents. The Eighth combines large-scale apartments, ground-floor hospitality spaces, and a rooftop wellness retreat, creating a true vertical community.

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On the residential levels, privacy is a defining feature. There are only 36 apartments in total, with layouts ranging from one to four residences per floor.&nbsp;

“Floor plans start from a generous 128 sqm up to our half-floor option, which is 256 sqm, and a penthouse soaring to 530 sqm of internal living space,” Dow explains.

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Inside, <a href="/interior-designers/mim-design">Mim Design</a> has approached each apartment as a carefully crafted sanctuary. Natural stone and marble floors, Gaggenau and Liebherr kitchen appliances, and expansive windows connect each space to the sweeping city and bay views beyond.&nbsp;

“Interiors feature natural stone, marble flooring, kitchens with Gaggenau and Liebherr appliances, and full-height windows and doors to take advantage of the elevated views,” Dow says.

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Above it all, the rooftop is a standout. More than a shared amenity, it’s designed as a dedicated wellness escape.&nbsp;

“One of the defining features of The Eighth is its private rooftop created as a wellness haven,” says Dow. The space includes a swimming pool, integrated daybeds, and an outdoor bar, offering residents panoramic 360-degree views across Melbourne.

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Location, too, plays a central role. Sitting just steps from the new Anzac Station, the Botanic Gardens, and Albert Park, The Eighth connects easily to both the city’s cultural heart and its green spaces.

Only a small number of residences remain available, positioning The Eighth as an option for those who value space, privacy, and an integrated lifestyle experience - all in one of Melbourne’s most connected neighbourhoods.

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The Eighth: A vertical community reshaping South Melbourne living

Two years after securing the former Brighton Savoy Hotel at 150 Esplanade, developer Primeland has revealed what it intends to do with it.

The $25 million plans are for a luxury apartment development that will replace the 1900's built hotel that was first a private residence before becoming a hotel in 1959.

The 3,386 sqm corner site at 150 Esplanade, opposite the famous beach, had been owned by the Lee family for 55 years before it was&nbsp;acquired by <a href="/developers/primeland">Primeland</a> as part of its growing $1 billion portfolio which includes assets across hotel, residential, and mixed-use sectors.

The plans by Toorak-based Kennon Architects are for two separate three-level buildings with 14 luxury apartments.

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Just five apartments will sit in the northern building, and nine in the southern structure.

Prices are expected to range between $5 million to $20 million for the two, three and four-bedroom apartments that will span anywhere between 178 sqm and 475 sqm. Penthouses will feature private rooftop gardens and expansive bay views, complementing the site’s proximity to the iconic Brighton Bathing Boxes.

The development will incorporate a series of high-end inclusions for residents, like valet parking for the 40 parking spaces,&nbsp;a concierge, a gym, an onsen, a catering kitchen, and a reflection pool.&nbsp;

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The landscape design focuses on native and indigenous plantings, while the buildings will feature a contemporary architectural style, using materials such as polished plaster, tonal concrete, custom brickwork, and extensive glazing.&nbsp;

The Town Planning Report by Squareback said the proposed design response "is considered to be of a high architectural standard and will positively contribute to the character of the area."

Sustainable measures will include a 6.5-star NatHERS rating, solar panels, and energy-efficient systems.

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Primeland chairman Robert Brij said the acquisition of the Savoy Hotel underpinned the developer’s strategic focus on the ultra-luxury residential sector, a sector largely unaffected by macroeconomic trends.&nbsp;

“This site is a prime jewel in the crown of Brighton; the fact that it has only transacted once in 55 years underpins its rarity and location overlooking the bay," Brij said.

“The vision for this project is to create a luxury experience that is befitting of this superior address, that will stand as a landmark for not only Brighton but all of Melbourne."

The plans by Kennon Architects are for two separate three-level buildings with 14 luxury apartments.

Rob Kennon Architects

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