Privately-owned, Sydney-based developer Lumex Property Group has recently completed work on their <a href="/developments/lindfield-nsw-2070">Lindfield apartment project</a>, Village Lane.&nbsp;

Located across the road from Lindfield Train Station, <a href="/buildings/village-lane-305-pacific-highway-lindfield">Village Lane</a> spans two buildings, comprising 37 one, two and three-bedroom apartments designed by the renowned SJB.&nbsp;

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The apartments seamlessly integrate with their surrounds, boasting a refined red brick and masonry facade, coupled with 3,900 sqm of new public domain and open space and 6,000 sqm of new retail offerings.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Fostering community connections, Village Hub brings together a new library, civic centre, and child care, 3,000 sqm of open space, and new shopping and dining experiences, including cafes, boutique stores and a new supermarket. The Village Green will breathe new life into the neighbourhood with an expansive, tree-lined new park, with a large converted car park also providing an urban plaza and café.&nbsp;

Lindfield Learning Village puts top-quality education for all ages in one world-class space, with the area set to comprise three new homebase schools, a 40-space child care centre and high-quality technical spaces for science and the arts.

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<a href="/buildings/village-lane-305-pacific-highway-lindfield">Village Lane apartments</a> feature timber floors and stone kitchen benchtops, complemented by Miele appliances, ducted air-conditioning and spacious balconies or ground floor gardens, blurring the lines between indoor and outdoor living.&nbsp;Crowning the building is the communal rooftop garden and barbecue area, offering views to the surrounding district.&nbsp;

For buyers interested in experiencing the <a href="/buildings/village-lane-305-pacific-highway-lindfield">lifestyle Village Lane has to offer</a>, furnished display apartments are open for inspection, with one, two and three-bedroom apartments still remaining.&nbsp;

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Located across the road from Lindfield Train Station, Village Lane spans two buildings, comprising 37 one, two and three-bedroom apartments designed by the renowned SJB. 

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Lumex complete construction in Lindfield as Village Lane welcomes buyers 

North Melbourne is undergoing a significant transformation,&nbsp;driven by a series of infrastructure projects that promise to reshape the neighbourhood's landscape and lifestyle.&nbsp;

The Arden and Macaulay urban renewal areas, located <a href="/new-apartments/north-melbourne-vic-3051">two kilometres north-west of the city</a>, will welcome a revitalisation of the old industrial areas, creating new neighbourhoods for the growing area to enjoy.&nbsp;

At the heart of the transformation is The Tapestry Project, a multistage mixed-use precinct brought to life by Orb Property Partners.

Construction is expected to kick off on the first stage of the 1.4-hectare masterplan in September. The community will <a href="/new-apartments/north-melbourne-vic-3051">occupy&nbsp;a prominent position</a> within the Macaulay Urban Renewal Precinct, which was formerly occupied by warehouses, was identified as a place of state significance by Plan Melbourne 2017-2050 and the City of Melbourne planning scheme, making it a focal point for renewal and growth in the region.

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Comprising two stages that extend across three street frontages, The Tapestry Project will offer a diverse array of amenity to cater to the needs of future residents and visitors alike. The first stage features two buildings, one of nine-storeys and the other of 12-storeys.

The buildings will house ground floor retail spaces, first-floor offices and co-working spaces, and a total of 150 apartments in one, two, and three-bedroom configurations, with five percent of the apartments in one building to be allocated to a Social Housing provider.

The first release in the masterplan is WOBO (West of Boundary), which <a href="/new-apartments/wobo-north-melbourne-103-105-boundary-road-north-melbourne">comprises 99 warehouse-style apartments</a> designed by Bayley Ward and Fender Katsalidis.

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The apartments blend industrial aesthetics with a warm and inviting atmosphere. As one of several rooftop spaces in the development, WOBO will be crowned by al fresco dining space and a fire pit, with the communal area boasting views of the city, green parks, and docklands.

Stage two of Tapestry will feature four buildings, three at 12-storeys high and one at six-storeys. A repurposed heritage building known as Farrell’s stables will also be brought back to life, adding a connection to the history of the site.&nbsp;In total, The Tapestry Project will see 359 apartments delivered across the site, in addition to a market hall, retail tenancies, dining venues, a boutique hotel, a 200-seat theatre, and an upper-level skate park.

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Beyond Tapestry, the Arden Macaulay area is set to experience even more change. The redevelopment of the <a href="/new-apartments/north-melbourne-vic-3051">North Melbourne</a> train station is a significant project that will transform it into a major transport hub, linking the area seamlessly with the rest of Melbourne, expanding to accommodate more trains, buses, and trams.

The Melbourne Metro Tunnel project is another game-changer for Arden Macaulay, as it will introduce two new underground stations to improve public transport connectivity across the city, while also stimulating economic growth and new job opportunities.

A new park will also be created in the urban renewal area, providing&nbsp;much-needed green space for locals, with the park set to feature walking paths, picnic areas, and a playground.

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The Arden and Macaulay urban renewal areas, located two kilometres north-west of the city, will welcome a revitalisation of the old industrial areas, creating new neighbourhoods for the growing area to enjoy

How The Tapestry Project set to reshape Melbourne's North 

Riva Ridge's highly anticipated boutique development, Soul Hampton, has secured a sell out well ahead of construction completion.

David Lamond at Noorden Property secured the sales of all eight two and three-bedroom apartments, which were favoured by the local downsizer and rightsizer.

The Grenville Street project, scheduled for completion in late 2024, promises to offer a unique blend of luxury, convenience, and natural beauty in one of the most sought-after locations along the bay.

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Construction work on Soul Hampton commenced in December 2022, with the response from buyers overwhelming as a majority of the residences were snapped up well ahead of the groundbreaking ceremony.&nbsp;

Designed by Finnis Architects, the apartments at Soul Hampton are thoughtfully created to maximise space and light, blending natural stone and veneer timber paneling with high-end finishes and appliances.

The interiors exude elegance and sophistication, featuring Liebherr integrated fridges, gas fireplaces, underfloor heating in all bathrooms, and two car spaces in a secure lock-up basement garage.

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The development is ideally situated at 14-16 Grenville Street, just a short walk away from the <a href="/developments/hampton-vic-3188">vibrant Hampton Street shopping strip</a>, where residents can indulge in a variety of cafes, restaurants, and boutique retailers. Convenient public transport options make it easy to explore surrounding suburbs, with the <a href="/developments/melbourne-vic">city in reach</a> in around 25 minutes.&nbsp;

Nature enthusiasts will appreciate the proximity to Hampton Beach, one of Melbourne's iconic bayside beaches, while the surrounding area also boasts excellent schools, parklands, and sporting facilities, making it an ideal place for families and individuals.

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David Lamond at Noorden Property secured the sales of all eight two and three-bedroom apartments, which were favoured by the local downsizer and rightsizer

Soul Hampton apartments sell out well ahead of construction complete

Vanguard Projects have successfully completed the build of their Elwood development Alfriston House, with buyers moving in in the last few months.

Te collection of just seven townhouses have been designed by&nbsp;C. Kairouz Architects who drew inspiration from the clean lines and minimalistic style of Scandinavian design.

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The tri-level townhouses are thoughtfully crafted to create a harmonious living environment, with each equipped with a lift.

There are a handful of three-bedroom townhouses left in the development, each with two bathrooms and two parking spaces.

One of the standout features of Alfriston House is its prime location, which provides residents with easy access to various amenities.

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It's just an eight-minute walk from&nbsp;the vibrant Glen Eira Rd Shopping Precinct where there's a number of shops, boutiques, and dining options.

Ripponlea Station is a seven-minute walk, while the nearest tram stop to the Alfriston Street development is less than four minutes away.

Elwood Park and Elwood Foreshore Reserve are just a five-minute drive, and the Melbourne CBD less than eight kilometres away.

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The tri-level townhouses are thoughtfully crafted to create a harmonious living environment, with each equipped with a lift

The Scandinavian design inspiration behind Elwood's completed Alfriston House development

When designing The Surry on <a href="/developments/surry-hills-nsw-2010">Elizabeth Street in Surry Hills</a>, architect&nbsp;Angelo Candalepas said he wanted to create a building which would offer something to the walking Sydneysider.

He wanted to create "an urban building that was made with humans in mind, a building that was able to offer a smile to people as they walked toward the city, and an even bigger smile to them as they walked away."

<a href="/buildings/the-surry-421-423-elizabeth-street-surry-hills">The Surry</a> was completed in 2019 and is home to just 24 apartments that not only contribute significantly to the streetscape, but&nbsp;also exemplify the principles of environmentally sustainable design.

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Working closely with Cadmium Property's Oscar and Camilla Done, Candalepas tackled challenges such as noise and sun exposure head-on, ensuring that the building not only shields its residents but also provides ample natural light and efficient ventilation.

The street-facing facades of <a href="/buildings/the-surry-421-423-elizabeth-street-surry-hills">The Surry</a> form a rhythmic interplay of recesses and material junctions that create patterns of shadow and light. Concrete and glass blocks form the primary elements of the facade, while smaller elements like ceramic tiles, screens, aluminium framing, and glass were selected to humanise the appearance of the structure.

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The striking <a href="/developments/surry-hills-nsw-2010">Elizabeth Street facade</a>, adorned with a glittering tapestry of turquoise and tangerine-coloured ceramic tiles, adds further depth to the architectural design of The Surry.

Ground-level retail spaces inject life onto the streetscape, creating a more dynamic and inviting environment, while internally, The Surry homes private sanctuaries and hidden oases, courtesy of internal courtyards and communal areas, providing social points within the building.&nbsp;

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The Surry was completed in 2019 and is home to just 24 apartments that not only contribute significantly to the streetscape, but also exemplify the principles of environmentally sustainable design

How Candalepas Associates designed The Surry apartments

Legendary architect Luigi Rosselli only had to look next door when he was tasked with designing Ladera, the newest apartment development in Bellevue Hill.

Ladera, a collection of just eight apartments, stands as a non-identical twin to its neighbouring Benelong Apartments, another project designed by Luigi Rosselli Architects in the mid-2000s.

While Ladera surpasses its sibling in scale and grandeur, the two buildings share a cascading typology, with a harmonious colour and material palette, perched perfectly to capture the views of Sydney Harbour.

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The architecture&nbsp;follows the contours of its hillside locale, blending seamlessly into the natural surrounds while recalling the terraced hillsides of the Italian coast.&nbsp;

"I was contacted by the developer who was very responsive to my architecture and my previous designs, and how I treat materials and space," Rosselli said.

"We have built quite a lot of work in Sydney, acquiring a good reputation along the way. We create spaces that people will like to live in," Rosselli said.&nbsp;

Ladera literally translates to hillside, but Rosselli says its truest translation relates it to the place.

"With great views of the harbour, I call it a theatre; nestled on the hillside, stepping down with layers, with each floor benefitting from it’s own terrace."&nbsp;

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Internally, Ladera greets its residents with an earthy palette, adorned with textured materials that exude a sense of warmth and luxury. Crafted timber joinery and elegant marble finishes complement the natural beauty of off-form concrete ceilings, resulting in an environment that exudes natural elegance and comfort.

Floor-to-ceiling glass walls open up to generous north-facing balconies, providing an unobstructed panorama, with the balconies serving not just as a visual treat but also as spaces to unwind and bask in the beauty of Sydney's skyline.

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"It is a building designed to be environmentally positive. It has recycled materials in it, solar panels, double glazing, so it has all these features that make it a much more sustainable apartment building, which is important for the next generations," Rosselli added.

Beyond the lavish interiors, Ladera's exteriors offer a retreat of privacy and tranquility. Fluted concrete edge beams, thoughtfully designed, provide ample awnings to shield residents from the midday sun while ensuring their privacy remains intact.

Adding to the allure is the pool area, surrounded by lush tropical landscaping that creates an ambiance of absolute indulgence.

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Ladera, a collection of just eight apartments, stands as a non-identical twin to its neighbouring Benelong Apartments, another project designed by Luigi Rosselli Architects in the mid-2000s.

How Luigi Rosselli designed Bellevue Hill's Ladera apartments

Punton's Apartments, a new development in <a href="/developments/ivanhoe-vic-3079">Melbourne's Ivanhoe</a>, dates back over a century.

Frank Punton founded Punton's Shoes in the 1920's. Punton's became a familiar name in Melbourne's retail scene, leaving a lasting legacy.

In 1968, his daughter, Lorna Rouch (nee Punton), and a lifelong Ivanhoe resident, acquired <a href="/developments/ivanhoe-vic-3079">103-109 Upper Heidelberg Road</a>, with the location becoming home to the shoe business, and still occupied by Punton and Rouch family businesses. Now the <a href="/developments/ivanhoe-vic-3079">Heidelberg Road site</a> is set for 27 modern apartments above ground floor retail.

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Punton's Apartments embrace the bygone era, discreetly set behind an Art Deco-inspired facade that complements Ivanhoe's heritage, with each home boasting an abundance of natural light and views.

The apartments, developed by Rouch Brothers, showcase individual designs with high-end finishes, as well as an 8-star energy rating. Among the notable features are elevated views, Bertazzoni cooktops and ovens, stone benchtops, and high ceilings.

Residents also enjoy timber flooring in living areas, pendant lights, and large balconies, while most also benefit from a study or study nook, a storage cage and bike storage.

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The development also features a collection of larger two-level townhouse apartments and penthouse terraces. These homes include two-bedroom, two-bathrooms, a powder room and a study nook.

Similar to the apartments, they come with Bertazzoni appliances, stone benchtops, engineered oak timber flooring, and frameless showers, as well as the convenience of two car parks, a storage cage and bike storage.

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Frank Punton founded Punton's Shoes in the 1920's. Punton's became a familiar name in Melbourne's retail scene, leaving a lasting legacy.



A family name synonymous with creating quality: Behind Ivanhoe's Punton's Apartments: 

Boutique developer Lantona's latest project, Echo on the Bay, holds one of the best positions in <a href="/developments/woody-point-qld-4019">Redcliffe's Woody Point</a>.

The project of just 10 luxury apartments at 1 Lilla Street is right on the cliffside of Picnic Point, allowing for extensive panoramic, and uninterrupted, views across the ocean.

Currently under construction by Brisbane Builders, Echo on the Bay will comprise 10 three-bedroom apartments, starting from 246 sqm and ranging in size to 372 sqm.

Six of the 10 apartments on offer cover a whole floor.

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Embracing its surroundings, Echo on the Bay treats its residents to water views and an abundance of natural light through full-height glazing. The floorplans take advantage of the coastal location, offering formal foyer entries and expansive wraparound balconies, further enhancing the connection between indoor and outdoor living.

The homes also boast a wealth of sophisticated features and finishes, including limestone island benchtops, top-of-the-line Smeg appliances, and freestanding bath tubs.

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Beyond the comfort of the residences, Echo on the Bay's location provides an array of activities for residents to enjoy.

Nature enthusiasts can relish in the beauty of the ocean and explore the Gayundah Coastal Arboretum while enjoying a relaxing picnic by the sea. For those seeking more active pursuits, strolls along the bay, ocean swims, or stand-up paddle boarding await.

There's also a host of nearby restaurants and markets on offer, while the historic Belvedere Hotel is also within proximity.&nbsp;

The final three-bedroom, three-bathroom, two-car apartments are priced from&nbsp;$2,395,000.

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Currently under construction by Brisbane Builders, Echo on the Bay will comprise 10 three-bedroom apartments.

Echo on the Bay: A rare clifftop retreat at Woody Point

The Hugo, which was developed to look to the future, has sold 65 per cent of its apartments.

The <a href="/developments/footscray-vic-3011">Ballarat Road project in Footscray</a> by&nbsp;Faymus Developments has just 23 apartments,&nbsp;each solar-powered and fitted with state-of-the-art interactive technology.

They were designed by architect John Demos for an evolving climate, with&nbsp;ample natural light and fresh air.

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When it came to developing The Hugo, Faymus said the question was no longer "what should we build?'&nbsp;but rather 'why should we build?'&nbsp;

"At The Hugo, we believe that your home is integral to the story of your life," Faymus said.

"That’s why telling amazing stories through architecture is at the heart of everything we do.

"In the early stages of our development, we set out to find compelling narratives that would define the next chapter of our lives – and yours. From a pair of Toorak retirees who moved to Footscray for a change of scenery, to a young family who migrated to Australia for a better life, our apartments are intentional, beautiful, and focused on your needs."

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The Hugo comprises just one and two-bedroom apartments. All of the one-bedroom apartments have been sold.

"Each apartment has been carefully curated with exquisite materials and a colour palette that reflects Australia’s rich landscape," Fyamus added.

"This perfect blend between modern aesthetics and genuine functionality is eclectic, and authentically captures the charm of the Footscray area."

Nestled in <a href="/developments/footscray-vic-3011">the heart of Footscray</a>, The Hugo enjoys an ideal location. With easy access to shops, schools, public transport, parklands, and the bustling <a href="/developments/melbourne-vic">Melbourne CBD</a>, residents will find themselves well-connected to the best the area has to offer.

The remaining two-bedroom apartments, which each have two bathrooms and one car space, start from&nbsp;$515,000.&nbsp;

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Architect John Demos designed the apartments for an evolving climate, with ample natural light and fresh air.



Future proofed Footscray apartment development, The Hugo, hits the 65% sold mark

Melbourne-based Chinese property developer Holder East has successfully completed a string of townhouse and apartment developments across the city.&nbsp;

Construction is currently underway on their <a href="/developments/south-melbourne-vic-3205">South Melbourne</a> project Oasis Residences, which will deliver a mix of one, two and three-bedroom apartments, as well as duplex homes and penthouses.

They're also currently developing Monte 8, a small collection of <a href="/developments/doncaster-east-vic-3109">townhouses in Doncaster East</a>.

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Monte 8, named after its location at 8 Montgomery Street, has been designed by architecture firm DKO.

The design group marries the <a href="/developments/doncaster-east-vic-3109">area's rich apple orchard history</a> with the elegance of classic heritage homes, resulting in a collection of homes that take on heritage design cues as well as earthy finishes that pay homage to the region's past.

The statement rangehood shroud in the kitchen adds a touch of dynamic modernity but also creates a striking contrast to the brushed nickel tapware and sleek black glass Bosch appliances.&nbsp;

The bathrooms and ensuites at Monté 8 draw inspiration from the opulence of luxury spa hotels. The same brushed nickel tapware and accessories that feature in the kitchen extend into these spaces, while stone countertops and basins exude a sense of understated luxury, coupled with mirrored wall cabinets and generous under-counter storage.

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The focal point of the bathrooms however are the bath tubs and double showers, featuring both&nbsp;overhead rain shower heads and hand-held shower wands.

The remaining four-bedroom townhouses span from 177 sqm. They are priced from&nbsp;$1,323,000.

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Monte 8, named after its location at 8 Montgomery Street, has been designed by architecture firm DKO.

Monte 8: Where Doncaster's heritage meets contemporary luxury

Malaysian developer <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/s-p-setia">SP Setia</a> is the latest to jump into St Leonards booming Transport Oriented Development precinct.

The developer, which has previously delivered Sapphire by the Gardens apartment development in Melbourne, identified the Atchison Street site in 2023. It filed a Scoping Report around 12 months ago, and now has revealed the designs for the new&nbsp;40-storey mixed-use tower.

The State Significant Development Application covers <a href="https://next-portal.urban.com.au/projects/14650/summary">20-22 Atchison Street</a>, a 1,374 sqm site positioned between St Leonards Station and the new Crows Nest Metro station.

Designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/cox-architecture">COX Architecture</a>, the project would deliver 181 apartments, above a four-storey commercial podium, five basement levels, and new public domain works along Mitchell Street. The apartment mix comprises 35 one-bedroom apartments, 39 one-bedroom-plus-study apartments, 85 two-bedroom apartments, and 22 three-bedroom residences.

The proposal has been lodged as a shop-top housing development under the NSW Government’s TOD planning pathway, which allows increased density around key transport infrastructure. The site sits within the recently rezoned Crows Nest Accelerated TOD Precinct.

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SP Setia acquired the Atchison Street site as part of its continued expansion into the Australian apartment market. In comments made to City &amp; Country (The Edge Malaysia) in 2023, SP Setia President and CEO Datuk Choong Kai Wai described the acquisition as “a strategic move” aligned with the group’s post-pandemic market recovery strategy.

“Our target for this exceptional development is local and overseas buyers, including first-home buyers, downsizers and investors,” Choong said.

The tower has been designed as a slender vertical form rising from a mixed-use podium, with COX Architecture positioning the development as a response to the evolving St Leonards and Crows Nest skyline.

“The purpose of the project is to facilitate the delivery of high-quality housing at a strategically located site and deliver a built tower outcome that is consistent with the desired future character of St Leonards and aligns with the TOD controls,” the design report stated.

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The podium would incorporate retail uses fronting Atchison Street, commercial tenancies, landscaped communal areas, and pedestrian improvements along Mitchell Street. Vehicle access and loading would be consolidated via Atchison Lane.

Residents would have access to more than 665 sqm of communal indoor and outdoor spaces, while the development proposes 96 parking spaces across five basement levels.

The proposal also includes a commitment for 10 per cent of residential floor space to be allocated toward affordable housing through a monetary contribution.

COX said the tower form responds directly to the emerging high-density character of the precinct while seeking to maximise solar access, cross ventilation, and outlook from apartments.

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“The building is orientated towards north,” the Apartment Design Guide compliance report noted, adding that the tower’s slim form was driven by the constrained inner-urban site dimensions.

The design also incorporates landscaped setbacks and communal open space at podium level, intended to soften the interface with surrounding streets and improve pedestrian amenity.

The project adds to a growing wave of redevelopment proposals reshaping St Leonards and Crows Nest following the opening of the Sydney Metro City line and the NSW Government’s push for higher-density housing around major transport nodes.

Last week Stockland filed plans just down the road. They want to build a <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/601-pacific-highway-st-leonards-nsw-2065">52-storey tower on Pacific Highway</a>.

Read more:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/news/nsw/first-look-stockland-plans-52-storey-538-apartment-st-leonards-tower">First look: Stockland plans 52-storey, 538-apartment St Leonards tower&nbsp;</a>

Joel Robinson

First look: SP Setia targets St Leonards skyline with 40-storey TOD tower

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/urban-property-group">Urban Property Group</a> has revealed plans for a new mixed-use tower at 10 Dangar Street, Wickham, advancing a proposal that would reshape the southern gateway to Newcastle’s city centre with one of the city’s tallest residential buildings.

The State Significant Development proposal, now on exhibition, seeks approval for a <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/bowline-10-dangar-street-wickham-nsw-2293">43-storey tower</a> immediately adjacent to the Newcastle Interchange. The project would deliver around 200 apartments, including 42 affordable housing dwellings, alongside 99 co-living units, a 171-room hotel, retail space, and new public domain integrated through the site.

The scheme marks a significant escalation of plans previously approved for the site. Urban Property Group took over the prominent 2,904 sqm parcel, where excavation and demolition had already commenced under an earlier consent for a 14-storey mixed-use development.

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Designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/sjb-architects">SJB</a>, the tower has been conceived as a landmark transit-oriented development anchored to the Newcastle Interchange precinct. The proposal includes 245 build-to-sell apartments across a mix of one, two, and three-bedroom residences, as well as two penthouses. Fifteen apartments and one operational unit are earmarked for NDIS housing. The co-living component would add a further 99 units, while the podium would accommodate retail uses and hotel facilities.

SJB said the site presents “a valuable opportunity to anchor the precinct by setting the standard for design, active ground planes and character at the key southern gateway.”

The architecture responds directly to the site’s position beside major transport infrastructure and within one of Newcastle’s fastest-evolving urban renewal precincts. The tower form sits above a sculpted podium designed to frame new public spaces, including a through-site pedestrian link connecting Station Street to Hannell Street, landscaped plazas, and activated retail edges.

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The design report describes the project as part of the broader transition of Wickham into “a vibrant, high-quality mixed-use urban precinct” that leverages proximity to the station, open space, and regional connectivity.

A detailed public art strategy has also been prepared for the development. The strategy positions the project as “a transit-oriented development of state significance at the gateway to Newcastle’s city centre” and outlines a series of integrated artworks responding to Newcastle’s industrial and transport heritage.

Creative Road’s curatorial framework for the project, titled Unveil, draws on “stratified surfaces, carved volumes, and light-filled apertures” while referencing Newcastle’s transformation from an industrial city into a contemporary education and technology hub.

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The proposal is being advanced through the NSW Housing Delivery Authority pathway after being declared State Significant Development in June 2025. The accompanying scoping report states the development aims to “maximise the site’s proximity to the Newcastle Interchange by delivering transit-oriented development” while increasing housing supply and affordable housing provision within the Newcastle LGA.

Urban Property Group’s plans align with the long-term strategic vision established under the Wickham Master Plan, which identified the interchange precinct as suitable for substantial uplift in height and density. The current proposal would significantly intensify that vision, positioning the tower among the tallest developments proposed for Newcastle.

The site sits immediately north of the Newcastle Interchange, bounded by Dangar Street, Hannell Street, and Charles Street. It is surrounded by a rapidly growing cluster of residential towers and mixed-use projects that have emerged following the completion of the light rail and transport interchange.

First look: Urban Property Group unveils Newcastle’s latest tower at Wickham interchange

Bottega House has completed settlement of a landmark riverfront site in Macquarie Street, St Lucia, representing its first major Brisbane development.&nbsp;

Positioned on the banks of the Brisbane River, the <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/180-macquarie-street-st-lucia-qld-4067">premium site at 180 Macquarie Street</a> features uninterrupted river frontage in one of Brisbane’s most tightly held residential precincts.&nbsp;

The proposed development, currently under assessment with Brisbane City Council, has been designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/plus-studio">Plus Studio</a> with interiors by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/interior-designers/mim-design">Mim Design</a> and will deliver a boutique collection of premium residences positioned specifically for owner occupiers and downsizers.&nbsp;

The residences are set to redefine luxury apartment living in the area, with a focus on architectural quality, refined finishes, landscape integration and elevated amenities including curated wellness facilities, resort-style pools and recreation spaces rarely seen in the local market.&nbsp;

Exclusive sales for the project will be led by Keenan &amp; Byrne, ahead of an anticipated launch later this year.&nbsp;

Bottega House Managing Director Nick Malloch said the project reflects the group’s ambition to deliver a highly curated residential offering within one of Brisbane’s most tightly held precincts.&nbsp;

“This is an incredibly rare riverfront opportunity and one we have approached with a long-term perspective,” Malloch said.&nbsp;

“Our vision from the outset was to create a boutique collection of residences that feel more like private homes than traditional apartments, with generous proportions, refined finishes and exceptional amenity throughout."

Malloch says there is a&nbsp;lack of premium owner-occupier stock of this quality in the market, particularly for downsizers wanting space, privacy and a true lifestyle offering without compromise.&nbsp;

"Demand is expected to be strong given the scarcity of premium riverfront opportunities of this nature within Brisbane’s inner-west."&nbsp;

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The arrival of the first piling rig officially marks the commencement of construction at SIERA’s new beachside apartment development, Exhale, in Northcliffe.

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/exhale-surfers-paradise-8-enderley-avenue-surfers-paradise-qld-4217">Exhale</a>, a glass-encased tower featuring 54 large-scale apartments at 8 Enderley Avenue, is SIERA’s third Gold Coast development. It follows the recently completed PIPIS Bilinga beachfront project, which achieved suburb-record prices, and the soon-to-be-completed Chevron Island development, Tapestry.

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<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/siera">SIERA</a> Founder and Managing Director Brent Thompson said the arrival of the piling rig represented a significant milestone for the development, which is scheduled for completion in late 2028.

Over the next month, around 260 piles are expected to be installed as work progresses on the basement structure. The building is anticipated to rise above ground level early next year, before unveiling its sculptural glass curtain wall, developed in collaboration with specialist façade engineers.

“The façade was designed to maximise panoramic coastal views while creating a distinctive architectural identity,” Thompson said.

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Designed by BDA Architecture, Exhale will comprise just 54 two- and three-bedroom residences across 26 levels, a level of low-density living rarely delivered in this beachside pocket between Surfers Paradise and Broadbeach.

The project has been conceived as a resident-only building, with no short-stay accommodation permitted. SIERA says the model is intended to appeal to long-term owner-occupiers rather than transient holiday demand.

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Residences have been designed with large-format layouts and expansive glazing, with most apartments featuring more than 30 metres of glass frontage to maximise natural light and ocean views.

The amenity offering spans two levels and centres on wellness and lifestyle, including a heated magnesium pool, sauna, yoga and Pilates studio, gymnasium, private dining facilities, cinema lounge, and dedicated surfcraft storage.

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More than half of the apartments have already sold. SIERA has also opened a sales gallery for Exhale at its Chevron Island commercial premises, near its Tapestry tower and the site of its second Chevron Island apartment development, which is slated to launch in early 2027.
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SIERA kicks off construction at Northcliffe tower Exhale

Local Little Bay residents, along with buyers from premium postcodes across Sydney’s affluent Eastern Suburbs, have dominated purchases in developer-builder Urban Property Group’s first Eastern Suburbs apartment development, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/este-little-bay-jennifer-street-little-bay-nsw-2036">ESTE Little Bay</a>.

The $250 million coastal project, one of the first new developments in the area in several years, has proven particularly popular with downsizers, especially those from Coogee and Bondi. One Double Bay downsizer paid $4.7 million for a four-bedroom penthouse, setting a new local apartment price record in the process.

Buyers have been attracted to the combination of coastal tranquillity, premium design and amenity-rich neighbourhood living. The walkable village setting, along with proximity to three of Sydney’s leading golf courses, New South Wales Golf Club, St Michael’s Golf Club and The Coast Golf Club, has also been a key drawcard.

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Built across two low-rise buildings designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/hill-thalis-architecture-urban-projects-pty-ltd">Hill Thalis</a> and set along a lush, landscaped green spine, designed by leading landscape architect <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/landscape-architect/arcadia-landscape-architecture">Arcadia</a>, ESTE Little Bay offers a collection of one, two, three and four-bedroom residences with interiors by Richards Stanisich.

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/urban-property-group">Urban Property Group</a> Sales Director, Tom McIvor said the response to ESTE has been "nothing short of extraordinary."

“Buyers have been quick to recognise ESTE as a rare opportunity to invest in a coastal sanctuary that offers both seclusion and connectivity to the heart of Sydney,” McIvor said.

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<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/project-marketer/srm-residential">SRM Residential</a> Senior Director, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/project-marketer/srm-residential">Clayton Ross</a> said the local market has responded incredibly well, driven by ESTE’s exceptional location and the rarity it offers.

“We’ve seen strong interest from a variety of buyer groups, all of whom are drawn to the exclusivity and quality of the build and construction by the 4.5-star iCIRT-rated builder / developer, Urban Property Group. There’s truly nothing else like it along Sydney’s coastline.”

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The project also includes robust buyer protections, including Resilience Insurance’s Latent Defects Insurance, providing 10 years of structural cover, and an independent iCIRT-rating of the developer.

“The iCIRT-rating adds another layer of confidence,” Ross added. “Buyers see it as a safeguard for their investment and their lifestyle.” A highlight of ESTE’s offering is its exclusive wellness amenities, including a heated rooftop infinity pool and outdoor heated spa, a state-of-the-art Technogym fitness centre, and a sauna.

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/este-little-bay-jennifer-street-little-bay-nsw-2036">ESTE Little Bay</a> is topped out and is on track to complete towards the end of 2026, with residents moving in before Christmas.

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