In the tranquil coastal suburb of Burleigh Heads, construction on a collection of four luxury townhomes is nearing completion.

The development plans for <a href="/buildings/beju-residences-8-bullimah-avenue-burleigh-heads">Beju Residences</a> were <a href="/news/qld/townhouse-style-dwellings-set-for-burleigh-heads-site">initially lodged in May last year</a> by sporting power couple Erin Holland and Ben Cutting, in a joint venture between their company, Golconda Property Group, K2 Projects, and EM Design.

Situated just moments away from the waters of Tallebudgera Creek and the iconic Burleigh Headland, Beju Residences provide a prime location for residents seeking a tranquil coastal lifestyle.

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Set across a 550 sqm site at 8 Bullimah Avenue, each three-level residence comprises three bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a double garage.

One of the standout features of the exclusive residences is the open nature of the roof terrace, which offers a private and inviting space for the occupants of each dwelling. With views of the surrounding area, the roof terrace is equipped with a stairway, lift, powder room, and laundry facilities.

The orientation of each townhome has been carefully considered to maximise natural light and capture the beauty of the surroundings. All four townhouses benefit from a desirable north-eastern aspect, while residences one and four also enjoy additional aspects to the east and north-west.

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Residents will appreciate the convenience of a short 50-metre stroll to the foreshore of Tallebudgera Creek, where they can immerse themselves in the natural surrounds.&nbsp;

The townhomes offer spacious open-plan living areas that seamlessly connect to expansive balconies, providing a perfect setting for relaxation and entertainment.

The entertainer's kitchen is a focal point of each residence, featuring top-of-the-line SMEG Dolce Stil Novo appliances and a large butler's pantry. The master bedroom offers a touch of opulence, with a spacious walk-in robe and a dual vanity ensuite. Abundant storage, ducted air-conditioning, and timber flooring further enhance the luxurious living experience.

One of the townhomes sold earlier this month through CBRE Gold Coast.

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Situated just moments away from the waters of Tallebudgera Creek and the iconic Burleigh Headland, Beju Residences provide a prime location for residents seeking a tranquil coastal lifestyle

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Beju Burleigh Heads set for completion later this year

Willow, the recently completed <a href="/developments/brighton-vic-3186">Brighton apartment development</a> by <a href="/developers/samuel-property">Samuel Property</a>, has garnered attention for its exceptional landscaping, showcasing a biophilic design that prioritises the health and well-being of its residents.

The landscape architecture practice responsible for Willow's design, Acre, drew inspiration from nature to create a harmonious and elemental approach, resulting in a sensory delight at every turn.

With careful research and innovative thinking, the project team aimed to establish a connection between residents and the living world, complementing the architectural design and enhancing the overall project outcome.

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The success of biophilic design at <a href="/buildings/willow-brighton-74-78-well-street-brighton">Willow</a> lies in its ability to create a sanctuary that truly feels like home. The design seamlessly integrates with Melbourne's distinct seasons, providing an environment that welcomes and embraces the changes throughout the year.

The award-winning team said it's a landscape designer's role to help complement the architect and improve the overall outcome for the project and its residents by creating a connection to the living world. At <a href="/buildings/willow-brighton-74-78-well-street-brighton">Willow</a>, this was certainly achieved.

“We understand the benefits that having a connection to nature has on human well-being," Acre Creative Director, Brett Robinson, said.

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"With this in mind, it is our role to connect residents with their natural sanctuaries – spaces for them to come home to, unwind and relax."

On approach to the development, the landscaped foreground guides residents on a journey, even before stepping foot inside. The strategic placement of large windows establishes a strong visual connection to nature, framing the lush green terrace and allowing natural light to flood the interiors.

Completed in February 2023, <a href="/buildings/willow-brighton-74-78-well-street-brighton">Willow</a> comprises a collection of only 14 residences nestled along a tranquil, tree-lined side street, moments away from the beach and the vibrant Church Street.

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Acre drew inspiration from nature to create a harmonious and elemental approach, resulting in a sensory delight at every turn

How Acre turned Willow Brighton into a biophilic haven 

Developer Lindsay Bennelong has appointed Ultra Building Co to build Delano Crows Nest, their apartment and townhouse development on the outskirts of <a href="/developments/crows-nest-nsw-2065">Crows Nest village</a>.

The development at <a href="/new-apartments/delano-crows-nest-33-falcon-street-crows-nest">33 Falcon Street</a>, expected to be complete in mid 2025, pays tribute to the prevalent Art Deco architecture in the area while embracing contemporary innovation.

AJC Architects designed the three&nbsp;boutique buildings, nestled within beautifully landscaped gardens. The buildings comprise a range of one, two, and three-bedroom apartments, as well as an exclusive collection of seven townhomes.

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The buildings have been designed to harmonise with their surroundings and respect local heritage. Stepped forms and landscaped terraces ensure they do not overshadow neighbouring structures, while providing a seamless transition between the bustling commercial centre and the conservation neighbourhood.

At the heart of <a href="/new-apartments/delano-crows-nest-33-falcon-street-crows-nest">Delano</a> stands a five-story building, gracefully descending to three stories along Falcon Street. The charming three-story townhouses are prominently positioned along Hayberry Lane.

All residences have been optimised for ample natural light and cross-ventilation. They are equipped with energy and water-efficient fixtures and fittings, promoting sustainability. The communal lobbies and corridors have been designed to harness natural ventilation and lighting. Additionally, residents and visitors will have access to convenient bicycle parking facilities.

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Upper-level apartments boast leafy views overlooking either <a href="/developments/north-sydney-nsw">North Sydney</a> or <a href="/developments/mosman-nsw-2088">Mosman</a>, creating a serene and picturesque ambiance. For outdoor enthusiasts, a communal grassed lawn, surrounded by gardens, offers the perfect space for relaxation, complete with seating areas and barbecue facilities.

<a href="/new-apartments/delano-crows-nest-33-falcon-street-crows-nest">Delano</a> also places a strong emphasis on sustainability. Throughout the design process, careful consideration was given to implementing site-wide water harvesting systems and a comprehensive reuse system.

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The development at 33 Falcon Street, expected to be complete in mid 2025, pays tribute to the prevalent Art Deco architecture in the area while embracing contemporary innovation

Construction commences on Delano in Crows Nest

Amid the lush greenery and gum trees in the heart of Clayton&nbsp;lies Eastwood Monash, the latest residential project from NX Property Group.

Comprising 147 completed one and two-bedroom apartments, as well as 72 townhouses, <a href="/buildings/eastwood-monash-clayton-29-browns-road-clayton">Eastwood Monash</a> offers dwelling types and configurations to suit a wide variety of buyers.

Nestled in a <a href="/developments/clayton-vic-3168">multicultural neighbourhood, Clayton</a> provides an array of urban amenities while retaining its <a href="/developments/clayton-vic-3168">suburban charm</a>.

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<a href="/developments/clayton-vic-3168">Clayton</a> is one of Australia's premier hubs for education and research, home to Victoria's largest university, Monash University, and the esteemed Monash Medical Centre – a renowned teaching hospital specialising in healthcare. John Monash Science School is also nearby, serving as a selective school for years 10-12.&nbsp;

Beyond its educational offerings, Eastwood's location also boasts an array of convenient amenity.

With <a href="/developments/clayton-vic-3168">Clayton</a> Station just a 10-minute walk away, residents enjoy easy access to public transportation, while the M1 Freeway is reachable in just seven minutes.

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<a href="/developments/chadstone-vic-3148">Chadstone</a> Shopping Centre is a 10-minute drive, while nature lovers will relish in the abundant open space within the suburb, including Fregon Reserve which is only a short stroll away and Namatjira Nature Reserve which is also nearby.&nbsp;

Residents are within a few minutes of <a href="/developments/clayton-vic-3168">Clayton</a> Aquatics and Health Club as well, along with Huntingdale Golf Club, and <a href="/developments/clayton-vic-3168">Clayton</a> Bowls Club.

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Nestled in a multicultural neighbourhood, Clayton provides an array of urban amenities while retaining its suburban charm

Eastwood Monash: A suburban oasis with unparalleled convenience

The completed CV Windsor, at the south end of Punt Road which runs from <a href="/developments/windsor-vic-3181">Windsor</a> to <a href="/developments/south-yarra-vic-3141">South Yarra</a>, offers residents the ultimate convenient location.

There's two tram stops and a bus stop at the foot of the building at 105 Punt Road, on the corner of Punt Road and High Street. They head toward Albert Park, the CBD, or east to <a href="/developments/prahran-vic-3181">Prahran</a>.

On both Punt Road and High Street are a number of cafes, restaurants and bar, which are also plentiful in the neighbouring suburbs of <a href="/developments/st-kilda-vic-3182">St Kilda</a>, <a href="/developments/south-yarra-vic-3141">South Yarra</a> and <a href="/developments/prahran-vic-3181">Prahran</a>.

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The SOHO-inspired development designed by&nbsp;Decibel Architecture features facade art by prominent artist Kim Westcott.

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It features a calm colour palette and warm timber-lined terraces, with residents welcomed into a luxurious ground floor, complete with an exclusive residents' lounge featuring a shared kitchen and dining area. The first floor also hosts a well-appointed library with hot desk workstations and meeting rooms.

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The apartment interiors feature Chevron European Oak engineered flooring, while the bedrooms have a choice between timber or wool carpet flooring. The kitchen and bathroom spaces offer residents a selection of natural or reconstituted stone benchtops, coupled with terrazzo tiling and top-of-the-line Miele appliances, including a cooktop, oven, and dishwasher.

Sustainability was considered at the 67-apartment building by Freeman Developments. It incorporates&nbsp;Xeriscape technology for the roof garden, ensuring it requires zero maintenance.

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All the one-bedroom apartments have been sold in CV Windsor. A selection of two and three-bedroom floorplans remaining, available in either single-storey layouts or SOHO-style lofts.&nbsp;

To maintain privacy and enhance the living experience, the apartments have been designed with northern or southern aspects, ensuring that no resident looks in on another.

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There's two tram stops and a bus stop at the foot of the building at 105 Punt Road, on the corner of Punt Road and High Street. They head toward Albert Park, the CBD, or east to Prahran

Convenience and connectivity the key at CV Windsor apartments

In the thriving suburb of <a href="/developments/keysborough-vic-3173">Keysborough</a>, The Woodlands is making significant strides in meeting the increasing demand for housing in Melbourne's southeast.

Aultun Property Group has sold a third of the 42 double-storey townhouses in the $60 million Loxwood Avenue development which is replacing the former <a href="/developments/keysborough-vic-3173">Keysborough</a> Park Primary School.

They're offering a mix of three and four-bedroom homes which back onto a park.

Read more: <a href="/news/vic/display-tour-video-the-woodlands-by-aultun-property-group-at-21-23-loxwood-ave-keysborough-vic">The Woodlands display suite tour</a>

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The prime positioning of The Woodlands ensures easy access to a number of amenities and key transportation routes, such as Mordialloc beach, Mordialloc Bypass, East Link, and Dingley Bypass.

The architecture of The Woodlands exudes a modern and timeless appeal, highlighted by a complementary colour palette featuring greys with timber accents across the facades.

The homes are designed to blend seamlessly into their surroundings, with each benefitting form a double car garage.&nbsp;

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Residents will also benefit from being near to Parkmore Shopping Centre and Dingley shopping centres, providing everyday essentials on the doorstep of the townhomes.&nbsp;

The Woodlands' location ensures that residents also have a myriad of options for education, with Keysborough South Primary school, the well-established Haileybury College, and Lighthouse Christian College all nearby.

Read more:&nbsp;<a href="/news/vic/what-s-within-walking-distance-of-the-masterplanned-keysborough-community-the-woodlands">What’s within walking distance of the masterplanned Keysborough community, The Woodlands</a>

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They're offering a mix of three and four-bedroom homes which back onto a park

Aultun Property sell a third of Keysborough townhouse development The Woodlands

Developer SP Setia is approaching full completion of UNO Melbourne, the newest residential tower to complete in the Victorian capital.

Builder Roberts Co, who began construction toward the end of 2020, topped out the 210-metre A'Beckett Street tower earlier this year. Residents are expected to move in later this year.

Designed by Elenberg Fraser, the soaring building between the picturesque Flagstaff Gardens and Carlton Gardens plays home to 635 one, two and three-bedroom apartments. Around 90 per cent of the building is already sold, with some of the lower level buyers moving in late last year.

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The one-bedrooms start from $492,000, and the two-bedroom apartments, which have a car space, are priced from just over $1 million.

The apartments boast generous open-plan living spaces, with natural stone, perforated metals, and top-of-the-line Miele appliances adorning the kitchens.

The bedrooms incorporate an abundance of storage, while floor-to-ceiling windows allows natural light to flood the interiors along with providing panoramic outlooks.&nbsp;

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Residents will also benefit from a suite of resort inspired amenity throughout UNO.&nbsp;The ground floor houses retail stores and a welcoming lobby, while there's also a private dining area with teppanyaki facilities available, in addition to&nbsp;a well-appointed lounge, breakout rooms, and a media room.

On the ninth floor, a suite of wellness facilities await, including a yoga studio, a fully-equipped gym, swimming pool, steam room, spa, and an outdoor entertainment and barbecue area.

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SP Setia, a Malaysian-based developer, also created the sold out Sapphire by the Gardens on Exhibition Street.

Recently the penthouse shell on level 57 sold for $39 million. It was bought by Adrian Portelli, famous for his purchases on The Block.

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Builder Roberts Co, who began construction toward the end of 2020, topped out the 210-metre A'Beckett Street tower earlier this year

Melbourne's newest CBD apartment tower soon to complete

The $52 million Forbes Residences by Mustera Property Group is nearing completion.

In what is set to be a new era of <a href="/developments/applecross-wa-6153">ultra-luxury apartment living in Applecross</a>, the new mid-rise building has been designed in collaboration with the internationally acclaimed Singaporean architecture firm, WOHA, along with Perth-based MJA Studio.

Read more:&nbsp;<a href="/news/wa/how-the-international-architecture-firm-woha-designed-perths-forbes-residences-in-applecross">How the international architecture firm WOHA designed Perth's Forbes Residences in Applecross</a>

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The journey for the project began in early 2018, when MJA Studio was presented with a unique opportunity to partner with Singapore's WOHA architects. Together, they aimed to create a distinctive and unparalleled way of life for the residents of Applecross and Australia as a whole. After planning and consideration, the project received approval in April 2020.

The <a href="/buildings/forbes-residences-10-forbes-road-applecross">13-storey Forbes Residences</a> will feature 37 three and four-bedroom apartments. Residents will have access to a host of amenities, including an infinity pool, state-of-the-art gym, and a multifunctional room for various social gatherings.

The development will also incorporate 20 short-stay apartments and a range of commercial tenancies on the podium level, with the commercial spaces set to house community gardens, co-working areas, and a civic hall.

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From its very inception, <a href="/buildings/forbes-residences-10-forbes-road-applecross">Forbes Residences</a> has been planned and developed using WOHA's five key ratings. These innovative metrics were devised to overcome the limitations of conventional planning approaches and offer a more holistic perspective.

The five ratings—Green Plot Ratio, Community Plot Ratio, Civic Generosity Index, Ecosystem Contribution Index, and Self-Sufficiency Index—have guided the project to engage seamlessly with its surroundings, both built and natural.&nbsp;

The building is divided into several vertical neighbourhoods, each spanning approximately three floors. Within each neighbourhood, vertical hanging gardens will be integrated, providing green spaces for all residents to enjoy every three levels, while just four apartments will grace each floor.&nbsp;

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The 13-storey Forbes Residences will feature 37 three and four-bedroom apartments

Construction set to wrap at Forbes Residences in Perth's Applecross

The Toorak Road and Chapel Street intersection is one of the most popular in Melbourne. It's at the <a href="/developments/south-yarra-vic-3141">centre of South Yarra's cafe, restaurant and bar scene</a>, while also being a main street into the <a href="/developments/melbourne-vic">Melbourne CBD</a>.

Standing at the gateway to <a href="/developments/melbourne-vic">Melbourne's eastern suburbs</a> is Capitol Grand, the completed residential tower by Larry Kestelman's LK Property Group.

At the core of <a href="/buildings/capitol-grand-241-toorak-road-south-yarra">Capitol Grand</a> is renowned architecture and interior design practice Bates Smart. With a rich history dating back to 1852 and a string of prestigious awards to their name, Bates Smart portfolio includes some of Melbourne's finest, including&nbsp;The Melburnian, 150 Clarendon Street East Melbourne, Freshwater Place, and Crown Metropol.

<a href="/buildings/capitol-grand-241-toorak-road-south-yarra">Capitol Grand</a> features an elegant design characterised by its distinctive form, which comprises a series of slender elliptical floorplates, allowing the tower's surfaces to play with light and shadow, offering a unique perspective from every vantage point.

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Roger Poole, Chairman of Bates Smart, said the façade is a combination of reflective high-performance glass and a fine metallic finish, divided into graduated groupings that draw the eye upwards, bringing pattern and variety to the façade.

"The design modulates the view, providing a unique perspective from each residence and an ephemeral presence for external viewers., Poole said.

“At the upper levels, the penthouses occupy a singular ellipse that allows for unobstructed panoramic views of the CBD through to Port Philip Bay, the Dandenong Ranges, <a href="/developments/toorak-vic-3142">leafy Toorak</a> and down the historic spine of Chapel Street."

Bates Smart's Director and Interior Designer Jeff Copolov said, inside the apartments, lobbies, and residential amenity areas they have&nbsp;curated a timeless and contemporary interior design.

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"Schemes are comprised of modern restrained colour palettes able to provide a neutral backdrop to residents’ varied furniture and artwork collections. The finishes are rich, layered and textural. The detailing is crafted and bespoke. Materials are high quality with a luxurious feel," Copolov said.&nbsp;

One, two and three-bedroom apartments are still available in the completed South Yarra tower, with prices starting from&nbsp;$579,000.

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Capitol Grand boasts an elegant design characterised by its distinctive form, which comprises a series of slender elliptical floorplates, allowing the tower's surfaces to play with light and shadow

How Bates Smart designed the completed South Yarra development, Capitol Grand

MAB Corporation's completed <a href="/developments/docklands-vic-3008">Docklands development</a>, Escala NewQuay, is fast running out of available residences, with only one SOHO dwelling and a limited supply of apartments remaining.

Designed by Six Degrees Architects, the project has garnered attention due to its unique blend of apartments, lofts, and home offices, all featuring a range of luxurious amenities and a vibrant new piazza.

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Drawing inspiration from iconic cities like New York and Barcelona, Escala NewQuay aim was to capture the dynamic energy and charm of these bustling metropolises.

The project's name itself, 'Escala,' meaning 'scale' in Spanish, reflects its commitment to creating a journey of discovery through grand public spaces, light-filled corridors, and abundant amenities.

The architectural design combines global influences with a <a href="/developments/melbourne-vic">distinctive Melbourne touch</a>. The <a href="/developments/docklands-vic-3008">Docklands' rich maritime history</a> serves as a prominent muse for the development, as evident in the palette of materials, including brickwork, stone, stained glass, and lush gardens.

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With its remaining two and three-bedroom apartments, Escala NewQuay offers generously large living and dining spaces. High concrete ceilings and a fully glazed facade invites an abundance of natural light into the homes, with integrated track lighting adding a touch of sophistication.&nbsp;

Many of Escala's apartments boast dual aspects towards the north and east or west, providing view lines to the surrounding city skyline.&nbsp;

Prices start from $618,000 for the final remaining apartments in Escala, with the last SOHO unit listed at just over $1 million.

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The project's name itself, 'Escala,' meaning 'scale' in Spanish, reflects its commitment to creating a journey of discovery through grand public spaces, light-filled corridors, and abundant amenities

Final opportunities at MAB's completed Docklands development, Escala NewQuay

Abadeen has released the whole-floor penthouse crowning its recently completed <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/buildings/park-residences-cremorne-2-sutherland-street-cremorne-nsw-2090">Park Residences</a> development in Cremorne, bringing the near-300 sqm residence to market for the first time.

Occupying the entire top floor of the boutique Lower North Shore development, the penthouse includes 221 sqm of internal living and a 74 sqm wraparound terrace, with a prized north-facing aspect taking in views across Middle Harbour.

The residence has been completed and fully furnished following a collaboration between Abadeen Executive Chairman Justin Brown and internationally recognised interior designer Jack Freeman, Founder and Managing Director of FREEMAN &amp; CO.

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/abadeen">Abadeen</a> and Freeman approached the penthouse as a finished home, sourcing furniture, artwork, lighting and objects from Australia and overseas.

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Pieces from Parisian design house Pierre Augustin Rose sit alongside contemporary artworks and bespoke lighting, with Freeman drawing on recent visits to PAD Paris and Salone del Mobile Milano for the final collection.

Brown said the aim was to create a penthouse that felt more like a large-scale private home than a traditional apartment.

"The experience begins the moment the lift doors open. You're welcomed into an elegant dining room before the home opens into an extraordinary living space framed by sun-drenched harbour views.

"Every time someone walks through the front door they pause. It's not just the view, it's the incredible sense of space, the warmth created by the northern sunlight that fills the interiors, and the way every room connects so effortlessly.

"It has all the proportions of a luxury home, while delivering the effortless lifestyle and personalised experience of living in a world-class six-star hotel, combined with the simplicity and convenience of apartment living."

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A secure lift provides exclusive access to the penthouse level, opening to a dedicated arrival foyer and dining area before the residence expands into its main living and entertaining spaces.

Floor-to-ceiling glazing runs across the northern side of the home, connecting the interiors with the terrace and Middle Harbour outlook.

The penthouse also features a fireplace and substantial chef's kitchen, while the wraparound terrace has been designed to accommodate both everyday outdoor living and larger-scale entertaining.

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Freeman said the interiors had been deliberately kept restrained to complement the scale, natural light and outlook already established by the architecture.

"The penthouse is a serene study in quiet luxury," Freeman said.

"The interior pairs soft, sculptural forms with warm timber, pale stone and a restrained neutral palette. Curated artwork and metallic accents add depth, while abundant natural light creates a calm, effortlessly refined atmosphere. In my world, less is always more."

Freeman said the approach was centred around collecting individual pieces rather than simply decorating the apartment.

"Every material, every object and every piece of furniture has been curated with intention. I am a true believer in collecting versus decorating.

"The architecture already provided extraordinary natural light, remarkable volume and an uninterrupted connection to Middle Harbour. Our role was to complement those qualities with unique one-of-a-kind pieces of fine art and collectible design sourced from recent travels around the world."

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Among the collection are solid bronze sculptures by Lorenzo Quinn, alongside a curated crystalware collection and pieces sourced from international design fairs.

Park Residences sits opposite Cammeray Golf Club, Cammeray Croquet Club and Grand Slam Tennis Cammeray, around 300 metres from Neutral Bay Village and its established collection of restaurants, cafés and retail.

Brown said the combination of a whole-floor floorplan, northern aspect and proximity to Neutral Bay was becoming increasingly difficult to find on the Lower North Shore.

"Completed whole-floor penthouses with a sun-drenched north-facing aspect and sweeping Middle Harbour views are exceptionally rare," Brown said.

"Add a quiet position opposite golf, croquet and tennis facilities, a level walk to Neutral Bay Village and only minutes to the CBD, and you have a lifestyle that's incredibly difficult to replicate.

"This is a home that offers the privacy and generosity of a luxury residence together with the convenience of one of Sydney's best-connected harbourside locations."

The penthouse will be exclusively marketed by SRM Residential.

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Joel Robinson

Abadeen unveils penthouse at Park Residences in Cremorne

New Brisbane developer Dalcott has unveiled Marrone, the first of three residential projects it is planning in and around Browning Street in South Brisbane.

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/marrone-south-brisbane-39-browning-street-south-brisbane-qld-4101">Marrone</a> will comprise 97 predominantly two- and three-bedroom apartments, with larger residences aimed squarely at the owner-occupier market.

The project will sit in a quiet pocket of South Brisbane between South Bank and West End, close to the restaurants, cultural attractions and riverfront amenity that have driven the suburb's continued transformation.

Dalcott is targeting buyers looking for more space and amenity than has traditionally been offered in the inner-city apartment market, particularly downsizers and professionals wanting to remain close to the city.

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Resident facilities will be concentrated around an extensive rooftop amenity offering, including a swimming pool, spa, infrared sauna, warm and cold magnesium plunge pools, private lounge, dining room and outdoor entertaining areas.

Dalcott Managing Director Lachlan Cottee said South Brisbane's combination of lifestyle, connectivity and established character had been central to the approach to Marrone.

“South Brisbane offers a combination of lifestyle, connectivity and character that’s difficult to replicate elsewhere in Brisbane,” Cottee said.

“Our focus has been on creating homes that feel connected to that environment while providing the level of design, functionality and quality that today's owner-occupiers expect.”

The residences will feature an expressive material palette. Italian Calacatta Viola marble, known for its deep burgundy veining, will be paired with aged brass tapware, Chestnut engineered timber flooring and Tuscan Oak joinery.

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Bathrooms will feature Nara Japanese ceramics and glass bricks, while clay, walnut and brass lighting will be used throughout the apartments.

Dalcott has appointed Realm Projects, led by Managing Director Shane Foley, to handle sales and marketing following previous sold-out collaborations between the groups.

Foley said the Brisbane apartment buyer had become increasingly focused on the quality of the home itself rather than simply securing an inner-city address.

“We expect to see strong demand from buyers who still want all the advantages of inner-city living but aren’t prepared to compromise on the quality of their home,” Foley said.

“Many will be downsizers looking to leave behind the maintenance of a traditional family home without giving up the space they enjoy, while others are likely to be professionals wanting a residence that reflects the way they live today.”

“Marrone responds directly to that demand, with generous floorplans, exceptional resident amenity and a location that places some of Brisbane’s best dining, entertainment and cultural attractions within walking distance.”

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Marrone will be the first project delivered as part of Dalcott's broader investment in the precinct.

It will be followed by La Terra, a boutique project comprising penthouse-style, single-level apartments on a northeast corner site with extensive resident amenity and city views.

Cottee said Marrone represented the first stage of the group's longer-term plans for the area.

Dalcott was established in 2025 by Lachlan Cottee and Ben Dalgliesh, combining development and construction capability under an integrated model and focusing on architecturally considered residential projects.

Marrone will initially be offered through a pre-release registration campaign ahead of its broader public launch.

Dalcott targets owner-occupiers with South Brisbane debut Marrone

Parnell Developments is the latest to seek significant uplift through the NSW Government's Housing Delivery Authority on a Strathfield site previously approved for a much smaller apartment development.

Parnell has sought approval for a 32-storey mixed use tower across&nbsp;<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/7-lyons-street-strathfield-nsw-2135">3-7 Lyons Street and 18 Parnell Street</a>, a&nbsp;1,857 sqm site around 400 metres from Strathfield Station. The building would yield 160 apartments, 15 per cent of which will be dedicated affordable as per the government mandate for buildings seeking additional uplift.

Approved previously was a nine-storey building back in 2022 with just over 30 apartments. That approval came prior to the project being&nbsp;progressively reconsidered as planning policy shifted toward greater density around transport hubs.

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Turner has designed the latest building that would replace&nbsp;existing detached homes across the four lots.

The apartment mix comprises 22 one-bedroom apartments, 107 two-bedroom and two-bedroom-plus configurations, and 31 apartments with three or more bedrooms. The scheme also includes 203 car spaces across six basement levels and 58 bicycle spaces.

The proposal has been designed around a three-storey podium addressing Lyons Street, with the tower rising above and stepping toward its upper levels.

Turner said the podium was deliberately scaled to respond to the existing street, while the taller element has been designed as part of the emerging skyline anticipated around Strathfield Town Centre and the wider Homebush transport-oriented development precinct.

The Lyons Street frontage would have a more active, pedestrian-focused character, incorporating the commercial tenancy, landscaping and a brick-framed podium with an awning.

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Parnell Street, which faces the railway corridor, has been given a different architectural treatment, with double-height breeze blocks, landscaping and communal areas used to soften the interface with the rail infrastructure.

The tower itself uses curved and recessed facade elements, with wave-like indentations across the northern elevation breaking the building into three vertical forms.

A palette of grey concrete, brick and breeze blocks is complemented by clay and terracotta accents, while the upper tower adopts a lighter expression through articulated slab edges, vertical fins and recessed glazing.

Residents would have access to 467 sqm of communal open space spread across three levels. The ground floor would accommodate the more active resident areas, including barbecue and group gathering spaces and an internal communal room capable of being used for working from home.

A more passive viewing deck is proposed at level three, overlooking the ground-level landscaping and neighbouring tennis courts, while a rooftop "sunset deck" at level 30 would provide another social and relaxation space.

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Strathfield has been earmarked for substantial change through the Strathfield Town Centre planning work and the nearby Homebush TOD precinct.

Turner's report says the project has been designed to act as a transition between the existing low and mid-rise development surrounding the site and the taller built form expected to emerge across the town centre.

The proposal is being assessed as State Significant Development under the HDA pathway, alongside the concurrent request to amend the Burwood Local Environmental Plan.

First look: New apartment tower pitched for Strathfield Town Centre precinct

An $18 million penthouse has hit the market in Main Beach as construction tops out on La Mer, the $155 million apartment development rising just metres from the beach.

Spanning around 600 sqm across the top two levels of the 29-storey tower on Main Beach Parade, the four-bedroom penthouse is one of the latest eight-figure residences to test the upper end of the Gold Coast apartment market.

Its launch comes amid continued activity at the very top of the market, following the $30 million off-the-plan sale of a Burleigh Heads penthouse earlier this year, which surpassed the Gold Coast's previous $24 million apartment record set in 2023.

The <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/la-mer-main-beach-3580-main-beach-parade-main-beach-qld-4217">La Mer penthouse</a> has been designed as a private residence in the sky, with 360-degree views spanning the ocean, Broadwater, hinterland and Gold Coast skyline.

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All four bedrooms have ensuites, while the ocean-facing master retreat occupies around half of the upper level and includes its own lounge, private balcony, two walk-in wardrobes and an oversized ensuite with a freestanding stone bath positioned to take in the views.

The residence also features a kitchen designed to accommodate a private chef, a 3.6-metre island bench, expansive butler's pantry, wine cellar and integrated bar.

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A rooftop pool and substantial outdoor entertaining area with its own kitchen sit above the residence, while a grand staircase connects the two internal levels. The penthouse also has its own express lift.

OTP Group Director James Elliott, who is marketing La Mer, said the penthouse was expected to appeal to high-net-worth buyers seeking either a permanent Main Beach residence or Gold Coast holiday home.

“The La Mer penthouse represents exceptional value, considering its quality design, size, privacy and location, not to mention the 360-degree views capturing the beach and Gold Coast Broadwater,” Elliott said.

“We’re anticipating interest from high-net-worth individuals and couples seeking a residence or holiday home in the sought-after village enclave of Main Beach, taking advantage of the unprecedented growth underway in the area and neighbouring The Spit.”

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La Mer is being developed by developer-builder ODUS and Nazero, in partnership with funder Metrics Credit Partners.

ODUS Director Byron Sakha said topping out the tower had provided the opportunity to release the project's most significant residence.

“We’ve worked with internationally-recognised studio Sici Design on the penthouse interiors, with a focus on ensuring it isn’t luxury for luxury’s sake. Every element has been thoughtfully designed to enhance quality of life for those who call it home,” Sakha said.

“The views are the hero of virtually every space, but we’ve given equal attention to the fittings and finishes, so every detail exudes elegance and refinement.”

Sici Design Founder and Director Maria Papadopoulos said the extensive views became an integral part of the interior design rather than simply something the residence was designed around.

“The views weren't something we designed around, they became part of the design itself, with the true luxury of La Mer in its feeling of peace, calm and wellbeing,” Papadopoulos said.

“Luxury isn't defined by how something looks, but how it makes you feel, and we believe a luxurious home should be beautiful to live in, not stressful to maintain.”

The interiors combine Austral Dream Dolomite natural stone and travertine with timber flooring and a restrained coastal palette.

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Designed by Plus Studio, La Mer is one of the more boutique additions to the rapidly changing Main Beach apartment market.

The tower comprises just 24 full-floor, three-bedroom plus multipurpose room apartments below the two-level penthouse, giving the project a considerably lower density than many of the larger towers being developed across the Gold Coast.

Residents will have access to a pool and spa, gym, sauna, barbecue facilities, private sun lounges, yoga lawn and outdoor beach shower.

The penthouse has been released as part of the final collection of residences at La Mer, with remaining apartments priced from $4.3 million.

Construction is expected to complete later this year, with a fully furnished display apartment now open on level four.

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ODUS releases $18 million penthouse crowning La Mer Main Beach

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/far-east-consortium">Far East Consortium</a> is preparing to commence construction on <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/640-bourke-street-melbourne-640-bourke-street-melbourne-vic-3000">640 Bourke Street</a> this October, marking the next milestone for the Melbourne CBD development and its higher-end Eliza Collection.

Spanning levels 44 to 68 of the 68-storey <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/rothelowman">Rothelowman</a>-designed tower, the Eliza Collection has been conceived as a lower-density offering within the broader development, with only five apartments on each floor, dedicated lift access and a collection of resident spaces reserved exclusively for Eliza Collection residents.

The Eliza Collection forms part of Far East Consortium's broader move toward larger-format residences at 640 Bourke Street, where the number of apartments was reduced from earlier plans as apartment sizes increased.

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"What it's meant for 640 Bourke is we've actually reduced the number of apartments. We've increased the overall size of the apartments. We don't have any studios in here, and what that does for a project is it elevates it," Far East Consortium Director of Sales and Marketing Lauren Sheldon said.

Rothelowman Associate Jun Chang said the design process provided an opportunity to create more generous floorplans.

"We were given the opportunity to be more generous. The apartments became bigger and squarer than any other apartments which had been designed in the CBD before that."

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That thinking carries through to the Eliza Collection, where the residences have been designed around the space and functionality associated with a larger home, but positioned high above the centre of Melbourne.

Kitchens are equipped with Gaggenau appliances, a butler's pantry, temperature-controlled wine cabinet and sculptural pendant lighting, while engineered timber flooring, stone and porcelain finishes and custom cabinetry feature throughout the broader interiors.

Privacy and security are another point of distinction. Eliza Collection residents have dedicated lift access, while 640 Bourke Street will provide concierge services and secure resident parking. Short-stay accommodation, including Airbnb, will not be permitted within the development.

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Eliza Collection residents will also have exclusive access to selected amenity spaces across levels one and three of the restored Eliza Tinsley building. These include the Salon with grand piano, an art therapy room, private dining rooms and treatment rooms.

They sit within more than 3,000 sqm of amenity planned across 640 Bourke Street, alongside facilities including a pool, gym, whisky lounge and further social and wellness spaces.

The Eliza Tinsley building itself is central to the wider project's identity. Rather than treating the existing Eliza Tinsley façade as a separate element, Rothelowman used it as a starting point for the architecture of the new tower, with the historic building to accommodate the project's gallery and lobby.

"It's a significant asset and wants to be celebrated and experienced by all residents every single time they go in and out of the building," Rothelowman Principal Stuart Marsland said.

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The tower will rise behind the retained heritage building at 640 Bourke Street, placing residents within walking distance of Southern Cross Station, Flagstaff Gardens, Queen Victoria Market and the Docklands waterfront.

With construction scheduled to begin in October, Far East Consortium has established an onsite display gallery at 640 Bourke Street, including fully built apartments that allow the project's layouts, materials and finishes to be inspected at full scale.

A fully built Eliza Collection apartment is also available to view at the display suite by appointment ahead of the planned October construction commencement.

Eligible purchasers who buy before construction commences can secure the full available off-the-plan stamp duty savings, subject to eligibility and applicable conditions.

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Alison Warters

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