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

South Mel​bourne’s Domain precinct is no stranger to transformation, but <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/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="https://www.urban.com.au/developers/crema-group">Projects by Crema</a> set out to develop in <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/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="https://www.urban.com.au/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="https://www.urban.com.au/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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Joel Robinson

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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