Sam Arnaout’s Iris Capital is set to fast-track development of the final stages of its $1 billion East End Village in Newcastle after securing $50 million in sales just a month into their launch.

The rich lister is aiming to start construction of stages three and four of the transformational development by the end of this year following the massive sales run that has been led by local buyers.

“The market response to our final release of apartments has been exceptional and we will begin construction as soon as final approvals have been granted,” said Arnaout.

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“We entered the Newcastle market with confidence when we took on the East End Village development in 2016, and that confidence has never waned. The infrastructure spent over recent years to transform the city have made Newcastle CBD one of the most sought-after addresses for locals as well as buyers from Sydney.”

Project marketers Urban Activation, led by Matt George, was appointed in early March to oversee marketing and sales of the East End Village with the team for the $450 million final stages.

“Our team hit the ground running with the latest release of apartments which offer buyers the last chance to be a part of the most significant urban renewal development ever undertaken in Newcastle,” George said.

“Our team has been inundated with inquiries from buyers, most of them locals, as demand for inner-city living in Newcastle continues to firm in the current market. Buyers are looking for premium residences with urban amenities right at their doorstep.

“The sales already achieved by our team support our longer-term view that Newcastle and the Hunter Valley are among the strongest residential property markets in Australia at the moment.”

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Iris Capital’s vision for East End Village spans twelve new buildings over four blocks in the Newcastle CBD, including the sold out first stage comprising the historic Fabric House, Washington House, and Perkins &amp; King buildings which have been transformed into a retail and multi-residential precinct that is centred on the open space of Lyrique Lane.

The final two stages are a collaboration between three architectural firms, SJB, DBJ and Curious Practice, all of which won a design competition for the best achieved design excellence amongst their peers.

One-bedroom residences in the final stages of East End Village are priced from $750,000, while two-bedroom offerings are priced from $1.15 million and three-bedrooms from $2.75 million.

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Iris Capital secure $50m sales blitz in a month for final Newcastle East End stages

Just seven kilometres north-west of the Melbourne CBD, nestled amongst vast expanses of green open space and the iconic Moonee Valley Racecourse comes the mixed-use precinct, Mason Sq.&nbsp;

Marked by four distinct residential towers, Rise forms the final piece of the residential puzzle, with a collection of luxury penthouse-style skyhomes and residences.

Located in the heart of Moonee Ponds, Rise is a rare find, with all the one-bedroom apartments already sold out and only a limited number of two and three-bedroom floorplans remaining.&nbsp;

At 29 levels, the building offers some of the highest views north of the Melbourne CBD, connecting Moonee Ponds to the city skyline.&nbsp;

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The tower begins at the podium level, with its reflective glass helping Rise to embrace its surroundings.&nbsp;

Many elements of the building’s exterior echoes the other buildings in the precinct through the use of similar metallic aspects such as copper, black metal accents and bronze glazing.&nbsp;

Internally, floor-to-ceiling glass invites an abundance of natural light to filter through each of the residences, while also allowing residents to benefit from sweeping views.

The rounded dimensions of the living areas are generous and harmonious, with special attention paid to the colour palette and timber-feature design, while the bathrooms are fitted out with a custom designed and personalised wall mounted basin, in an exclusive partnership with Omvivo.

In recent years Omvivo’s products have been selected for prominent projects including the award-winning Qatar Science and Technology Park, Sydney Opera House and Permira’s London headquarters, while also winning several Paris-based Design Awards as well as the Australian IDEA award and the 2011 Staron design award.&nbsp;

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The 'Omvivo for Rise' basin is crafted from a solid surface which has a durable and easy to maintain smooth matt finish, with the building’s distinctive “R” logo lasered onto the basin, completing the customised nature of the apartments.&nbsp;

Rise also includes an exclusive suite of residential amenity, split across different sections in the building, beginning in the lobby, which is a connecting force linking the courtyard with the pedestrian laneway.

Residents will have access to Mason Garden, a half-acre of lush gardens and recreational areas. A new landscaped public thoroughfare linking Hall St and Homer St has also been incorporated into the precinct, with the urban plaza to be home to an array of eateries, pop-up markets and places to sit and relax.&nbsp;

Club Rise will find its home on level three of Rise, with the exclusive health and fitness destination including a fully equipped gym, along with a sauna and a yoga studio. Level three will also include an outdoor terrace, providing ample seating for residents to settle into.&nbsp;

Level four of Rise will include a suite of residential amenities as well.&nbsp;

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Dubbed, Mason Terraces, the area will feature a private dining room and lounges, along with an indoor pool and spa as well as multiple barbecue facilities.&nbsp;

The established inner suburb is currently experiencing a boom in popularity, with its leafy streetscapes, landscaped parks and striking mix of architecture providing residents with the best of city life, whilst still maintaining an urban charm.&nbsp;

The suburb is a public transport hub and offers easy connectivity, while the expansive parklands and the Maribyrnong River offer an abundance of recreational opportunities including rowing and cycling.&nbsp;

The main urban village of Puckle St, will provide residents with everything from fresh produce and artisan bakeries to boutique fashions and designer wares, with the well-established and well-frequented strip close to the Mason Sq precinct.&nbsp;

Moonee Ponds is close to some of Melbourne’s finest primary and secondary schools and the nearby 59 tram runs directly to Melbourne University. Moonee Ponds offers sophisticated living on the edge of the city making it one of Melbourne’s most desirable addresses.

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Marked by four distinct residential towers, Rise forms the final piece of the residential puzzle, with a collection of luxury penthouse-style skyhomes and residences.

Rise: Inside the final piece of the puzzle of Mason Sq. 

AURA by Aqualand, the $1 billion mixed-use development in North Sydney, has achieved a construction milestone, reaching the top of the tower, contributing to the evolving skyline of the area.

Part of any good marketing campaign is the showroom or display suite, particularly for a project of this size and calibre. Aquland's overall marketing strategy for AURA by Aqualand has&nbsp;earned the company a nomination as a finalist in the AREA Awards' 'Game Changer of the Year' category.

The nomination recognises Aqualand's progressive approach towards customer experience, providing prospective buyers with comprehensive information about North Sydney's public domain strategy, future amenities, transport, and growth areas.

This approach has been facilitated through technology that has not been previously seen in Australia.

Since the launch of the marketing campaign in December 2021, AURA has generated solid sales enquiries, with a significant contribution from the evocative computer-generated images (CGI) and animation produced by the reputable architectural visualisation company, Binyan Studios.

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The CGI and animations take centre stage in AURA's display showroom, which showcases a newly installed interactive digital masterplan of the new North Sydney.

This display has been created in partnership with the proptech company, DisplaySweet. The use of advanced technology in the marketing campaign has set a new benchmark in the industry, making Aqualand's nomination well-deserved.

The display showroom revolutionises the property marketing customer journey and challenges traditional sales methods, Aqualand’s Head of Sales and Marketing Alex Adams said.

“A big feature of the display showroom is the interactive digital masterplan, which highlights projects outlined in the North Sydney Strategy and is not only a visually impressive tool; it also demonstrates our commitment to providing our clients with a wealth of information and context about the area they are investing in,” Adams said.

“This allows them to make informed decisions and visualise the long-term value of their investment.”

Aqualand’s Group Managing Director, Jin Lin, credits his team’s dedication and approach to collaborative partnerships with industry leaders including Binyan Studios, DisplaySweet and The Property Agency, for the award nomination.

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“Part of the reason AURA has been so successful since its launch is also due to the visually breathtaking creative used across its marketing campaign, including advertising, brochures and website all designed by specialist agency The Property Agency, who’ve branded developments across Australia for over 35 years,” Lin said.

“We’re proud to be recognised for our efforts to reshape the industry and create unparalleled experiences for our customers.

“Being named a ‘Game Changer of the Year’ finalist is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our team and our partners,” he added.

According to DisplaySweet ANZ Account Director Marcus Skeggs, the display showroom is “easily the most innovative in the country.”

“AURA’s interactive display showroom transforms the customer journey, allowing buyers to visualise their future homes through cutting-edge technology, including the DS-Immersion Wall, DS-Immersion Room, and interactive digital masterplan of North Sydney, Sydney’s CBD and Sydney Harbour," Skeggs said.

“Aqualand continues to set new standards and drive positive change, cementing its reputation as a true game changer."

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With the recent introduction of the interactive digital masterplan in the AURA showroom, Aqualand has demonstrated its vision for the future of luxury property marketing and customer engagement.

“Aqualand’s in-house delivery and state-of-the-art approach to the display showroom exemplifies the kind of innovation and commitment to excellence that we need in the property development sector,” Lin added.

“By incorporating technology and working with the best in the industry, we’re transforming the way people experience luxury property marketing.”

Construction on the landmark mixed-use development at 168 Walker Street has reached midway point and is slated for completion in mid-2024. The project is being delivered by Aqualand’s internal construction arm, which the developer launched to safeguard the integrity, efficiency and safety of its projects.

In addition to the $1 billion North Sydney project, Aqualand's pipeline also includes their upcoming Central Barangaroo project which is the final stage of the Sydney CBD waterfront precinct.&nbsp;

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Aquland's overall marketing strategy for AURA by Aqualand has earned the company a nomination as a finalist in the AREA Awards' 'Game Changer of the Year' category

How Aqualand are changing the game with their AURA by Aqualand display showroom

Southport has long topped the list for first home buyers on the Gold Coast due to its relative affordability compared to its neighbouring Main Beach.

Boutique developer Busikon is tapping into the entry-level market with a twist, with sub-$500,000 apartments at their Waverley Residences project designed by renowned architect Rothelowman, who have designed some of the country's best buildings.

The Waverley Residences offer 60 one, two and three-bedroom apartments across its eight levels.

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The apartments are fitted with modern fixtures and fittings, including 100 per cent wool carpet throughout, handpicked ceramic and porcelain wall tiles in the bathrooms, composite timber flooring across living and dining spaces, and a reconstituted stone island bench in the kitchen.

High-quality appliances have been incorporated throughout, including ceramic cooktops, dishwashers, ovens and rangehoods.&nbsp;

The apartments are also equipped with separate enclosed laundry areas, large window panels that allow plenty of natural light in, built-in feature shelves and plenty of storage space.

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Situated in one of the Gold Coast's most sought-after suburbs, residents will have easy access to public transportation, shopping centres, restaurants and cafes.

There's a range of two-bedroom apartments still remaining, with prices starting from&nbsp;$498,000.&nbsp;

Spanning from 93 sqm to 106 sqm, each includes a study space, along with two-bathrooms and one car space.&nbsp;

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The Waverley Residences offer 60 one, two and three-bedroom apartments across its eight levels

The Waverley Residences: Rothelowman-designed Southport apartments attracting first home buyers

Bensons Property Group have tapped into the first home buyer market with their Footscray development, Liberty One.&nbsp;

It's been a popular choice among buyers looking for an affordable but luxurious living option that not far from the CBD and the best Melbourne has to offer.&nbsp;

With the first residents already settling into their new homes, interested buyers should act fast as a limited number of opportunities remain to secure a spot in the sought-after community.&nbsp;

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The remaining one-bedroom apartments are priced from $588,995 and boast generously sized floorplans, making them perfect for owner-occupiers, with the two-bedders priced from $657,798, complete with two-bathrooms and a car space.&nbsp;

The demand for Liberty One is high, and as Footscray continues to grow in popularity, the available apartments now feature an upgraded interior scheme.

The new interior design includes premium fixtures, such as engineered oak timber floors and deluxe reconstituted stone benchtops. The apartments also come with high-end appliances, including a semi-integrated dishwasher, oven, rangehood, and cooktop.

Liberty One also offers the latest 'smart home' technology, making everyday tasks more seamless, safe, and effortless.

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The fully integrated wireless GPOS system allows residents to control their appliances through their phone or tablet, while the advanced digital home security system offers keyless entry into the apartments, ensuring both convenience and safety.

The apartments are fitted with an integrated intercom system that connects to a smartphone app. Visitors can easily select the person they want to contact using a touch screen intercom, and residents can answer, view, talk, and release the door from their mobile, from anywhere in the world.

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The remaining one-bedroom apartments are priced from $588,995 and boast generously sized floorplans, making them perfect for owner-occupiers

Limited apartments remain in completed Footscray apartment development, Liberty One

The small suburb of Sandringham has quietly evolved to become one of the most sought-after spots in Melbourne's Bayside.

In the late 1800s, Sandringham began to develop as a popular seaside resort destination, with wealthy Melburnians building grand homes along the coastline.

The suburb's popularity continued to grow, and in 1920, the Sandringham railway line was established, making it easily accessible for day-trippers from Melbourne.

That access has now proved central to the suburb, with its connectivity to the city, paired with its abundance of beaches, parks and gardens attracting both families and retirees to the area.

Developing what they believe there's a clear need for in Sandringham is DM Property, who recently launched Early 3191, a collection of Rothelowman-designed townhouses on George Street.

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The 35 three-bedroom townhouses sit just moments from Sandringham Beach and are within&nbsp;walking distance to local cafes, restaurants and shops on Bay Road.

Families have shown significant interest at Early 3191, not only because of the rarity of a brand new development in the area, but its proximity to some of&nbsp;Firbank Grammar School and Sandringham College, both considered among Melbourne's best schools.

For those who love outdoor activities, there are plenty of parks nearby including Royal Avenue Reserve which features a playground, picnic tables, barbecue facilities and open green spaces. Trevor Barker Oval is also just a short walk from the steps of Early 3191, located on Beach Road, the oval is home to football, cricket and soccer fields, as well as walking paths around the perimeter.&nbsp;

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There's also Sandringham Foreshore Reserve which runs along the beachfront between Hampton Street and Bay Road offering views of Port Phillip Bay, while Green Point Brighton, which is a little further away but still within easy reach by bike or car, offers coastal walks through native bushland overlooking Port Phillip Bay.&nbsp;

The surrounding area boasts a variety of local cafes, restaurants and shops on Bay Road, which is just under a five-minute walk from Early 3191.&nbsp;

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Early 3191 is conveniently located near several public transport options, making it easy for residents to get around Melbourne. The Sandringham train station is just a short walk from Early 3191 and provides direct access to the city centre in less than 30 minutes.

In addition to trains, there are also several bus routes that run through Sandringham, providing convenient connections to nearby suburbs and attractions. Bus stops can be found along Bay Road and Beach Road, both of which are within walking distance of Early 3191.

Construction of Early 3191 is expected to reach completion by the end of 2024.

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In the late 1800s, Sandringham began to develop as a popular seaside resort destination, with wealthy Melburnians building grand homes along the coastline

Why families want to live in Melbourne's Sandringham

The affluent suburb of Nedlands,&nbsp;which stretches from the banks of the Swan River to the edge of the Indian Ocean, is gearing up to welcome it's newest residential development.&nbsp;

In a joint venture between Aria Land and Blueways Group, the pair will bring a balance of modern functionality coupled with sustainability, with just 32 apartments set for the boutique project.

Set across six levels, Jardin has been designed by Hassell and will offer spacious one, two and three-bedroom apartments, donned with a mix of materials, coupled with abundant greenery and residential amenity.&nbsp;

The architects at Hassell say Jardin captures the essence of its enviable Nedlands location.

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"The striking, contemporary form is expressed through a carefully curated selection of materials and extensive landscaping that set the backdrop to these beautifully designed, elegant apartments.”

They've collaborated with Source Energy for Jardin, who were the first company in Western Australia to combine grid energy with the installation of solar panels and batteries into an integrated energy network.

“Jardin’s collaboration with Source Energy who are powered by major energy company ATCO, proved its passion for innovating processes that result in benefits flowing directly through to homeowners, the community and the planet," Source Energy say.

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Jardin harnesses renewable, green energy by supplementing traditional grid electricity with solar and battery systems. This results in strata bill savings to owners while producing a more sustainable energy solution.

The best practice energy-efficient design approach at Jardin creates dual aspect layouts to provide cross ventilation to facilitate natural cooling and maximise city and river views.

The project also features full-height energy-efficient glazing to maximise natural light, promote thermal comfort, while also utilising laminated glass to mitigate external noise.&nbsp;

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The residents’ communal garden and oversized balcony planter boxes have been designed with considered landscaping and retic controlled waterwise plantings to protect against UV rays from the afternoon sun.

Residents will be welcomed into Jardin through a spacious lobby, with plentiful seating areas, with further residential amenity located on level two, including a communal lounge and a dining and kitchen area.&nbsp;

There's also a fully-equipped gym with premium equipment from Italian health giants Technogym who have been the offical supplier to seven Olympic Games.&nbsp;

Not only does Jardin benefit from it's proximity to the Swan River, Kings Park is also nearby, along with Nedlands golf, tennis and yacht clubs.&nbsp;

The development also encourages sustainable transport with secure bike parking which easily allows residents to take advantage of the close by riverside cycleways and public transport, while also including electric recharging stations.&nbsp;

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The architects at Hassell say Jardin captures the essence of its enviable Nedlands location

Sustainability at the forefront of Nedlands apartment development, Jardin

There were 22 designs penned by Plus Architecture when they were designing Bassar Group's second Broadbeach tower.

The result for Eternity, Plus Director Danny Juric says, is a "sophisticated, grounded building, with a strong, solid, yet delicate base."

The building's slender design, inspired by the interwoven elements that provide strength in nature, will rise 35-storeys at 14-18 Mary Avenue and home 88 apartments, just steps from the beach.

“One must appreciate what a unique landholding this is,” Juric says.

“While you are not on absolute beachfront, the oval in front creates conditions that give the sense that you are, while offering views that will never be built out.”

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Centred around the concept of ‘reaching for the sky’, Juric said height was of critical importance when creating what has culminated in a slender, sculpted design, intended to be as aesthetically pleasing to those viewing it from the street as it is to those who will be living in it.

Surrounded by landscaping and tropical foliage, steel legs intertwine, almost like a basket weave, to form an exoskeleton that draws the eye up to the sky and invites people to form a connection with the building.

Bassar identified a gap in the market for spacious oceanside residences, with the three and four-bedroom apartments set to range in size from 189 sqm through to 214 sqm, while the half-floor four-bedroom skyhomes on the upper levels will boast an expansive 300 sqm of living space.&nbsp;

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Two four-bedroom penthouse suites will crown the tower, delivering just under 600 sqm of space across two levels. They'll feature four-and-a-half bathrooms as well as three car spaces and a rooftop terrace complete with a plunge pool.&nbsp;

One thing buyers in Eternity can be assured of is that while the apartments offer different aspects, all of them are of equal standing, which Juric said was the one thing that was non-negotiable in the building’s design.

“There are no B-grade apartments in Eternity," Juric adds.

"They have been configured to be only three per floor, so one takes up all the north side of the building, one the south, and the one in the middle, which you would imagine would be the B-grade, is actually much wider than the others and has an enormous frontage.

“It could be considered the pick of the bunch, depending on what view you prefer.”

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Plus took on a coastal colour scheme for the design of the apartments, which reflects the laidback luxury on offer at Eternity. Quality finishes including marble stone benchtops have been incorporated, along with engineered timber flooring, timber veneer cabinetry, 100 per cent wool carpet and Miele appliances.&nbsp;

A host of open-air amenities are set for Eternity, including a wellness centre, pool and wet deck, yoga lawn, gym, residents' lounge and barbecue facilities, which will be elevated above the ground level providing ocean vistas, framed by the foliage of pine trees.&nbsp;

Tropical landscaping and extensive perimeter planting will tie the tower into the sub-tropical lifestyle the Goldie is known for, creating an inviting arrival experience for anyone who enters Eternity.&nbsp;

“Landscaping plays an integral part of the building’s design,” Juric said.

“Imagine the feeling you get when you walk through a rainforest – it’s high oxygen and elevates the spirit, yet you are protected. That’s what we wanted to achieve on the amenity levels of Eternity.”

Bassars' Leo Sarris said they want people to feel a connection to nature the moment they enter Eternity.&nbsp;

“We want people to feel that connection to nature from the moment they step inside the grounds, from the comfort of their living spaces, and from their balconies facing the ocean,” he said.&nbsp;

“Even though Broadbeach is an inner-city suburb, you have this wonderful foreshore and the beach right there on the doorstep.”

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The tower will offer four levels of basement parking, with 177 car spaces planned. There's also keyless FOB entry into the apartments, along with an intercom system, security cameras and an on-site caretaker.&nbsp;

Boasting a prime position along the coast will put residents near to everything Broadbeach and the greater Gold Coast community has to offer, with the Pacific Fair Shopping Centre located just 400 metres away, and a plethora of cafes and restaurants only 300 metres along Surf Parade.

Hutchinson Builders have been tasked with constructing the project, which is slated for completion by early 2026.&nbsp;

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Bassars' Leo Sarris said they want people to feel a connection to nature the moment they enter Eternity

How Plus Architecture designed Bassar's Broadbeach apartment tower, Eternity 

Sydney's north west is booming at the moment as more take to the outskirts of the city.

The development of the Metro train line aided in the growth, with easier connections to the CBD and wider community and major drawcard.&nbsp;

But there's also been a major influx of residential development, not only catering to the demand, but also bringing new residents into the north-western suburbs.&nbsp;

Prominent developers Deicorp have been a major player in the game out west, with the group currently developing both the Hills Showground Precinct in Castle Hill and Tallawong Village just outside of Rouse Hill.

That's where Kellarney Developments are also developing, just outside of Rouse Hill at Box Hill.&nbsp;

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Located on the fringe of the new Box Hill Town Centre, Killarney Ponds will target the family occupier market, with the project located within 15 minutes of 15 different schools and education facilities.&nbsp;

With construction well underway, all of stage one has already been sold out, with the group now selling stage two.

The group have made lifestyle a priority when designing the homes, which feature stylish, modern spaces that&nbsp;extend from the living spaces into common areas, including an array of lobby-style common areas.

There's 62 apartments on offer at Killarney Ponds, with a mix of one, two and three-bedroom apartments spanning from&nbsp;110 sqm through to 170 sqm.

The homes have been designed to maximise on space, with the open plan living spaces flowing seamlessly onto generously-sized balconies and courtyards, taking advantage of the natural connections.&nbsp;

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There's also a collection of just eight townhouses on offer at Killarney Ponds, spanning from&nbsp;140 sqm to 165 sqm, as well as a more premium offering of penthouse apartments in the upper levels of the building.&nbsp;

Penthouse residents will enjoy a private alfresco area, while there's also a larger alfresco area for all residents on the ground floor, in addition to a picnic area, gym and function room.&nbsp;

Prices begin from&nbsp;$549,000 for a one-bedroom apartment, while the two-bedders are priced from&nbsp;$670,000 and three-bedders from&nbsp;$765,000.&nbsp;

Sitecorp are currently construction the development, with completion slated for September this year.&nbsp;

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There's 62 apartments on offer at Killarney Ponds, with a mix of one, two and three-bedroom apartments spanning from 110 sqm through to 170 sqm

Family-occupiers the target for new Box Hill apartment development, Killarney Ponds

A new boutique apartment building is set to make its mark on New Farm, thanks to a joint venture between Frank Developments and Signature Property Partners.

Frank Developments, who are soon to launch the luxury MIRA tower on the Gold Coast's Garfield Terrace, is ran by developer Frank Licastro, while Signature Property is headed by Frank's cousin Joe.

The duo will no doubt hope to see similar success of one of Frank's first multi-res projects, Maison, which saw stellar off the plan sales, and then resales, following its completion.

They're seeking to develop just off the water at 121 Oxlade Drive. The four-level building will home just 10 apartments.

There will be seven two and three-bedroom units, and three four-bedroom penthouses.

The architects behind the design, BYculprit, say that the development will blend the legacy of Brisbane architecture with the movement and energy of the Brisbane River.

The external façade will feature natural tones, textured render, vertical balustrades and reflective glass windows, which are all inspired by the colours and textures of the river and the surrounding area.

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"The soft and fluid facade is linked to the Brisbane River and mimicking the ebb and flow of water. Contouring of the building form create a dynamic facade that create light and shadow and responds to the passage of time," BYculprit noted in their design statement.&nbsp;

The building will be a nod to the traditional Queenslander house, with cascading and wrapping landscape and fine-grain lattice works forming the facade screens. The materials, finishes, and landscaping are simple yet elegant, creating a dynamic facade that plays with light and shadow throughout the day.

An abundance of landscape within the project becomes a defining feature as it wraps each balcony and roof terrace along both Oxlade Drive and Sargent Street that adds natural layout of colour and texture

Inside the apartments, living areas and bedrooms will be directed towards the natural light, pulling in daylight from the north east and the south east. The upper units will feature a central light atrium along the staircase, drawing in natural daylight and exuding an indoor-outdoor experience.

The ground floor apartments surround themselves with large private yards that encourage outdoor entertaining and recreational use directly from the living areas, while the&nbsp;apartments are all fronted with generous sized balconies extending the living areas and bedrooms to these spaces.

The building orientation will channel prevailing breezes off the river, with large sliding doors and operable windows promoting natural cross ventilation throughout.

Crowning the development will be a rooftop terrace with a pool, offering sweeping views of the city skyline and the nearby river.

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The duo will no doubt hope to see similar success of one of Frank's first multi-res projects, Maison, which saw record-breaking sales and resales following its completion

Licastro cousins team up for boutique New Farm apartments

Local developer Harridan is seeking to turn its Woolloongabba apartment project into the first stage of a broader transformation of Burke Street, using a new 16-storey mixed-use building to establish a greener pedestrian connection toward the rapidly evolving Boggo Road transport and knowledge precinct.

The South East Queensland developer has filed plans for 154 apartments on the <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/4-burke-street-woolloongabba-qld-4102">southern side of Burke Street</a>, where its proposal has been designed alongside a wider vision by LatStudios for the street.

That vision positions the southern side of Burke Street for buildings of 15 storeys and above, while envisaging lower-rise development of up to five storeys on the northern side to transition into Woolloongabba's existing character housing. It also proposes wider pedestrian verges, deep planting, new street trees and upgrades to the pedestrian approach to Boggo Road Station.

The Harridan development itself has been designed by Brisbane-based Arqus Design and will comprise 154 apartments across 16 storeys. The mix is weighted heavily toward two-bedroom apartments, with 121 proposed alongside 10 one-bedroom and 23 three-bedroom residences. There will typically be around 14 units per floor.

A lower-ground car park and three podium levels will accommodate 156 resident parking spaces, along with visitor and commercial parking. There will also be 154 resident bicycle spaces and 40 visitor bicycle parks.

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Harridan is a family-owned developer and part of the Holmwood Highgate Group, with more than three decades of development activity across South East Queensland. Its portfolio spans residential, commercial and industrial property, with current residential projects including Riverbank on Byron in Bulimba, Esperance Residences in Carina and The Precinct at Kinross Road in Thornlands.

Wooloongabba has been popular for apartment developers, particularly since the announcement of the 2032 Summer Olympics games in Brisbane.

While there have been a lot of development applications, it has failed to materialize into real supply.&nbsp;

Sarazin has been the major player in the area. They are under construction at Murcia Residences, on the fringe of East Brisbane and Woolloongabba. They have just launched <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/the-stanley-residences-woolloongabba-8-trafalgar-street-woolloongabba-qld-4102">The Stanley Residences</a>, in Woolloongabba on Trafalagar Street. They also have Nuage coming soon on the nearby <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/nuage-woolloongabba-14-wellington-road-woolloongabba-qld-4102">Wellington Road</a>.

Joel Robinson

First look: Harridan plans Burke Street transformation beside Boggo Road transport hub

IN BRIEF

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	Just three double-storey Sky Homes sit at the top of The Waterline, each with its own private marina berth and rooftop terrace.
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	Construction on The Waterline is complete, with the first residents expected to move in from mid-October.
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	Sky Homes range from 282 sqm to 367 sqm and are priced from $3.65 million.
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Lewis Land has opened the first completed sky home for inspection at Harbour Shores, giving buyers their first opportunity to step inside one of just three double-storey residences crowning The Waterline.

Each sky home comes with its own private marina berth, rooftop terrace and Broadwater views, combining the scale of a larger home with direct access to the boating lifestyle that underpins the wider <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/harbour-shores-biggera-waters-564-oxley-drive-biggera-waters-qld-4216">Harbour Shores</a> masterplan.

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Lewis Land Head of Development Michael Long said the inclusion of a berth with every Sky Home had become increasingly valuable as marina access across the Gold Coast tightened.

“Marina berths are becoming increasingly difficult to secure across the Gold Coast, so including one with every Sky Home makes this a genuinely rare offering,” Long said.

“The private 70-berth marina will accommodate boats up to 12 metres in length and is positioned just 2.5 kilometres from the Broadwater, placing the open ocean only 15 minutes away.

“Being able to step out of your home onto your boat is a rare luxury, and it’s something residents here can look forward to when it opens later this year.”

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The display opening comes as construction completes on The Waterline, with the first residents expected to move in from mid-October.

The three Sky Homes range from 282 sqm to 367 sqm and each feature three bedrooms, three bathrooms, multiple living zones, expansive kitchens with butler's pantries and large balconies taking in the Broadwater outlook.

Each residence also has three secure basement car spaces and additional storage.

“This is the first opportunity the Gold Coast has had to step into Harbour Shores and see, touch and feel what we’re bringing to life here,” Long said.

“There are only three Sky Homes within The Waterline, ranging in size from 282sqm to 367sqm, with each residence featuring three large bedrooms, three bathrooms, multiple living zones, expansive custom-built kitchens with butler’s pantry, and large balconies capturing Broadwater views.”

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Residents of The Waterline will have access to a private pool, along with Harbour Shores' wider collection of amenity including a lagoon pool, social clubhouse, tennis court, gym, yoga facilities and sauna.

Lewis Land partnered with Studio Collective to furnish the completed display, with the interiors designed to demonstrate how the residences could function as permanent homes rather than simply as show apartments.

Studio Collective Director Melissa Park said the surrounding waterways informed the interiors, but in a more restrained way than a traditional coastal scheme.

“We drew inspiration from the canals and coastal surrounds, but our approach was to interpret that subtly through layered materials and a grounded palette of earthy tones, rather than literal coastal references,” Park said.

“We introduced hero moments of green and teal to reference the surrounding waterways, while mirrored elements help reflect natural light.

“The result is a residence that feels elevated yet comfortable, somewhere buyers can genuinely imagine themselves living, entertaining and unwinding.”

Sky Homes are priced from $3.65 million.

Lewis Land is also offering private marina berths with The Residences, its limited collection of three and four-bedroom villas positioned directly along the Harbour Shores waterfront boardwalk.

Three-bedroom villas are priced from $2.99 million, while four-bedroom residences start from $3.19 million.

Harbour Shores is being marketed by Colliers International.

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Lewis Land opens sky home display as The Waterline completes at Harbour Shores

St Vincent de Paul Society Housing Australia has filed plans for a major mixed-use housing precinct on the southern edge of the North Sydney CBD, adding another significant proposal to a pocket around North Sydn​ey Station that is quickly becoming one of the LGA's busiest development zones.

The State Significant Development Application covers a 5,990 sqm site at <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/1-19-mackenzie-street-lavender-bay-nsw-2060">1-19 MacKenzie Street and 211 Blues Point Road in Lavender Bay</a>, immediately south of Nor​th Sydney Station and between the commercial core and the lower-rise Lavender Bay Heritage Conservation Area.

Designed by Wardle, the proposal would deliver a new residential tower comprising 88 build-to-sell apartments and 19 affordable apartments, alongside a separate co-living building with 57 rooms and a building manager's studio.

It would also see the significant restoration and upgrade of St Francis Xavier Catholic Church, the adaptive reuse of the former school building, new parish facilities, retail, a new public square and around 1,000 sqm of publicly accessible open space.

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The project is seeking a concurrent rezoning of the site to R4 High Density Residential and an increase in the maximum building height to allow a tower reaching RL120, or up to 20 storeys. The proposal was progressed through the NSW Government's Housing Delivery Authority pathway.

The build-to-sell component will be weighted toward larger apartments, with just six one-bedroom apartments compared with 31 two-beds, 43 three-beds and eight four-bedroom residences.

The 19 affordable apartments will comprise two studios, 15 one-bedroom apartments and two two-bedroom apartments, taking the total apartment component to 107 residences before the 58 co-living rooms are included.

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Wardle's design for the Vinnies site has sought to negotiate that emerging high-rise context while retaining the lower-scale character of MacKenzie Street and the adjoining heritage conservation area.

The main building adopts a three-storey podium and tower arrangement, with the podium aligned to the ridgeline and front setback of St Francis Xavier Church.&nbsp;Wardle has designed the podium with colonnades, seating, recessed entries and active ground-floor frontages, with sandstone-toned precast concrete and face brick referencing the materiality of the existing church.

The tower then steps back eight metres to the south and six metres to the north before rising in a sculpted form comprising four interlocking quadrants. Wardle has also introduced rounded forms and chamfered corners to reduce the tower's perceived bulk and improve view sharing with neighbouring development sites.

Resident facilities and outdoor areas are planned at the separation between the podium and tower at Level 3, oriented toward Sydney Harbour and the CBD skyline.

The tower itself will feature a glass reinforced concrete facade, with recessed balconies and deep reveals used both to provide shading and privacy and frame views toward the harbour and city. The lower levels take a different architectural approach, using brick and sandstone-toned finishes intended to establish a stronger relationship with St Francis Xavier Church. The Church itself will be conserved and upgraded for its continued use, while the former school building will be adaptively reused as part of the co-living component.

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The proposal adds to an increasingly concentrated pipeline of residential development around Blue Street, MacKenzie Street and Lavender Bay.

Just west of the site, Central Element lodged plans earlier this year for one of the most significant residential developments proposed in Lavender Bay in recent years.

Central Element's SJB-designed scheme at 64-66 Lavender Street and 3-7 Middlemiss Street would deliver 163 apartments across two towers rising 23 and 32 storeys, replacing five existing apartment buildings containing 32 homes. The project also forms part of the Housing Delivery Authority pathway.

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/news/nsw/first-look-central-element-reveals-lavender-bay-apartment-plans?utm_source=chatgpt.com" rel="noopener" target="_blank">First look: Central Element reveals Lavender Bay apartment plans</a>

Immediately around North Sy​dney Station, another two significant proposals have emerged at 5 and 15 Blue Street.

Zurich Australian Insurance Properties is seeking to adaptively reuse its longstanding commercial building at 5 Blue Street, directly above North Sydney Station, rather than demolishing the structure.

Its SSDA proposes converting the building into a 14-storey mixed-use development with 62 apartments and 86 co-living rooms, together with ground-floor retail and a major refurbishment of Blue Street Plaza. The application is currently at the Response to Submissions stage.

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/news/nsw/first-look-zurich-targets-north-sydney-office-conversion-with-148-unit-proposal-above-metro-station">First look: Zurich targets North Sydney office conversion with 148-unit proposal above Metro station</a>

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First look: Vinnies files for 20-storey Lavender Bay apartment tower as North Sydney housing pocket heats up

When the opportunity arose for South Australian developer Palumbo to return to Kent Town, where it had previously delivered East Park Apartments and the East 
Rundle Apartments, it wasn't one the longstanding developer-builder was going to pass up.

The decision was quickly vindicated, with more than 30 apartments sold within the first month of launching <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/royal-apartments-kent-town-2-8-north-terrace-kent-town-sa-5067">Royal Apartments</a> to the market.

The 206-apartment development, which will bring significant new supply to Adelaide's tightly held eastern city fringe, also gives <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/palumbo">Palumbo</a> the opportunity to bring new life to one of Kent Town's most recognisable watering holes.

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Royal Apartments incorporates the historic Royal Hotel, a venue Palumbo Managing Director Daniel Palumbo said has a longstanding connection with the local community.

"Everyone in the area has history with the Royal Hotel," Palumbo told Apartments.com.au.

"It was quite an active pub and social gathering place for locals. We want to bring it back to its former glory."

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The wider development will comprise two residential towers alongside the restored hotel, sitting on North Terrace opposite the Adelaide Park Lands.

For Palumbo, the project also marks a return to familiar territory.

The developer completed East Park Apartments next door more than a decade ago and jumped at the opportunity to develop in Kent Town again when the Royal Hotel site became available.

"The opportunity emerged, and we moved to secure the site," Palumbo said.

"We were approached by the previous landowner, who said they had extensive commitments in Sydney and weren't in a position to deliver the project.

"We took over the site and within six months recut the design scheme to be more in keeping with the type of development we want to bring to Adelaide.

"Now we're on the market and those changes have really resonated with local buyers."

That has translated into a strong start to sales, with 33 apartments transacting in the project's first 35 days.

Palumbo said the early purchaser profile had been consistent with the group's traditional focus on owner-occupiers rather than investor-led apartment stock.

"Local owner-occupiers have always been our market," he said.

"There are always some investors, but we've never developed what would be called traditional development stock. Owner-occupiers are very much our market."

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The buyer mix has been diverse so far, with downsizers and younger professionals both accounting for a significant portion of early sales.

South Australia's current stamp duty settings, which allow&nbsp;eligible homeowners in South Australia aged 60 savings of up to $103,830 on stamp duty when they downsize to a new property valued at up to $2 million,&nbsp;have helped encourage downsizer activity, while younger buyers in their late 20s and early 30s have been attracted to the opportunity to live immediately outside the CBD while still being able to walk into the city.



Location has been a major part of the proposition for both buyer cohorts.

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Royal Apartments sits on North Terrace directly opposite the Adelaide Park Lands, with residents able to walk through the parklands toward the East End, Rundle Street and Rundle Mall.

Apartments have been positioned to capture views across the parklands, Adelaide skyline, Botanic Gardens and Adelaide Hills.

Palumbo believes the scarcity of developable land along this section of the Park Lands makes the site particularly difficult to replicate.

"There's very few allotments on that side that can be developed," he said.

"If this location was in New York and you were sitting on Central Park, you'd be talking about a $60 million apartments."

Royal Apartments will offer a broad mix of residences, ranging from one-bedroom apartments through to four-bedroom sub-penthouses and penthouses.

Current listings include one-bedroom apartments from $680,000, while larger three and four-bedroom residences are priced around $2.5 million.

Residents will have access to a swimming pool, gym, barbecue and recreation areas, residents' lounge and dining space, and a communal deck.

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The apartments will feature generous balconies, while secure parking, bicycle storage and storage cages will also be provided.

A porte-cochère-style arrival and drop-off area has also resonated with buyers, particularly those attracted to being able to walk into the CBD during the day while retaining secure vehicle access at home.

Palumbo is acting as developer, architect and builder on Royal Apartments, continuing the vertically integrated model it has used across its South Australian portfolio.

The group was also behind the $150 million Sofitel Adelaide, the 251-room five-star hotel and residential tower which opened in 2021.

Palumbo said Royal's launch had come at an interesting time for the broader Adelaide apartment market.

Buyer confidence had initially been impacted by uncertainty surrounding the Federal Budget and broader economic conditions, but Palumbo believes sentiment is beginning to improve against a backdrop of significant investment flowing into South Australia.

He pointed to increased activity across defence and resources, including Olympic Dam, as potential long-term drivers of the state's economy and housing market.

"Money is starting to flow into Adeliade, significant amounts as Adelaide bucks the trend of the rest of the country.," Palumbo said.

"There's a lot of activity in the economy over the next decade. I think more investment will come into this market."

Early works on Royal Apartments are expected to commence this year, with major construction activity and cranes anticipated on site from early next year.

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Palumbo's return to Kent Town strikes early chord with buyers

Go-to builder-developer <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/graya">GRAYA</a> is continuing to bulk out its already impressive and diverse apartment portfolio across South East Queensland. Their latest milestone is securing development approval for Silk, its boutique riverfront apartment development in St Lucia.

The approval clears&nbsp;the way for the team to begin construction planning for the 22-residence project.

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/silk-st-lucia-16-18-sandford-street-st-lucia-qld-4067">Silk</a> will rise 15 levels from an 810 sqm site at 16-18 Sandford Street, occupying a prominent bend of the Brisbane River with a prized northern aspect across Orleigh Park toward the Brisbane CBD.

The approved scheme will comprise 16 split-floor and six full-floor residences, continuing GRAYA's move into larger-format apartment developments targeting Brisbane's prestige owner-occupier market.

The project has been designed around the site's broad river frontage and dual-direction views, with GRAYA prioritising larger residences, privacy and outlook over apartment yield.

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GRAYA Co-founder and Chief Executive Officer Rob Gray said the project had been shaped around local homeowners wanting to remain in St Lucia without maintaining a traditional family home.

"St Lucia is one of those suburbs people do not want to leave," Gray said.

"They know the river, the trees, UQ, the golf course, Toowong and Indooroopilly, and that familiarity is hard to replace.

"True riverfront opportunities here are exceptionally scarce. What we have designed at Silk is a way to stay in the suburb people love, with the scale and privacy of a private home and far less to maintain.

"This is not typical apartment product. It is a proper home on the river, and that is exactly what this market has been missing."

The approval comes as new apartment development continues to increase across the St Lucia and neighbouring Toowong corridor, although direct riverfront sites remain considerably more tightly held.

GRAYA Co-founder and Managing Director Andrew Gray said securing the approval had removed a significant element of development risk from Silk.

"Genuine riverfront sites of this quality in St Lucia are not something that comes up regularly," Gray said.

"The approval removes a substantial layer of execution risk, and the location underwrites demand in a way very few inner-city sites can.

"The fundamentals here are as strong as anything we have assessed in Brisbane."

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Silk will see GRAYA return to a stretch of the Brisbane River where it already has recent construction experience. The vertically integrated group recently completed ARC in neighbouring Toowong as builder for developer Spyre, delivering the riverfront project on a constrained site.

GRAYA will take a different role at Silk, controlling the project from design and development through construction and aftercare under its vertically integrated model.

The development will include a gym and resident leisure areas at ground level, integrated with the river's edge.

Silk joins a growing pipeline for GRAYA across Brisbane and the Gold Coast, which includes Enclave, The Gallery, Coral and Ripple.

The developer-builder has also recently lodged plans for its largest project to date, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/the-silo-19-chester-street-newstead-qld-4006">The Silo</a>, a proposed <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/news/qld/graya-buys-frasers-newstead-site-plans-the-silo-between-james-street-and-gasworks-precincts">$700 million mixed-use development</a> in Brisbane's James Street precinct.

Silk is expected to predominantly target local owner-occupiers and prestige buyers seeking a permanent riverfront home in Brisbane's inner west.

Registrations of interest are now open, with further details on the project and construction program to be released as it progresses.

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<h2>SILK PROJECT FACTS</h2>

Developer-builder: GRAYA

Project: Silk

Location: 16-18 Sandford Street, St Lucia

Apartments: 22

Built form: 15 levels

Site: 810 sqm riverfront holding

Mix: 16 split-floor and six full-floor residences

Status: Development approved

Next step: Construction planning underway

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Alison Warters

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