Miriam Fanning is one of the most renowned design specialists in the whole of Australia.

Fanning's MIM Design, which doubles up as an architectural studio as well as an interior design house, has handled designs all across the country, from the new luxury Point Piper apartment project Piper, to Masthead, the Main Beach development being brought to the Gold Coast by the British Royal Family.

Fanning has lent her design eye to the latest project to hit Melbourne's Bayside Brighton, Martin, a new project by the high-end developer&nbsp;EBG.

Combining the vibrancy of its Martin Street location with a considered and timeless design from MIM Design, each of the Martin interiors offer a series of practical and functional living spaces that are complemented by a coastal-inspired palette.&nbsp;

A holistic approach was essential when creating an authentic interior environment for the residents of Martin according to Fanning, who says each of the apartments have been crafted without compromise.&nbsp;

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“Located on the edge of Brighton, Martin Street itself is a vibrant location enveloped in prestige and a step away from city access and a short walk to the coastline,” Fanning said.&nbsp;

“Our philosophy drew inspiration from the coastline, the organic natural layering influenced our design referencing the rhythm and undulating movement of the ocean, along with the interfacing rock textures and soft sage greens which naturally hug the surrounding shoreline.&nbsp;

“It was crucial that this building responds to design with a timeless substance ensuring the design settles into its environment, while still paying respect to the distinguished suburb.&nbsp;

With a defined aesthetic, yet open to the stylistic interpretation from every buyer, the interiors interplay with contemporary forms, offering aspects out over verdant planted balconies to the city and water.&nbsp;

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Providing a seamless indoor-outdoor connection, floorplans span from 103 sqm through to 141 sqm, each of the Martin apartments evoke a sense of space, which was paramount in MIM’s design.&nbsp;

“It was important that Martin residents experienced a true scale proportion that you would find in an individual home – size proportion and flow of planning were essential when delivering the design of Martin.”

On top of the proportional designs, the two and three-bedroom residences feature natural finishes, such as stone, with the detailing resonating a timeless sensibility, which is clearly evident throughout the master bedrooms and living zones.&nbsp;

“Our key words that describe our design philosophy are authentic, layered, coastline, organic and undulation,” Fanning added.&nbsp;

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Martin is expected to attract a range of buyers, from young professionals to families, and even the older rightsizer, with the location offering convenience and an unrivalled lifestyle close to all the best Brighton has to offer.&nbsp;

“Martin offers a lifestyle of contextual living depending on your needs and wants, whether it's running or walking along the beach, travelling on the train to a show or a gallery in the city, dining at a local restaurant or having a coffee with your neighbour at your local espresso.”

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The design behind Martin, Brighton's latest apartment development: Five minutes with interior designers, Mim Design

KWG are rolling into the new year offering buyers end of year incentives in their Castle Hill development, Castle Island.&nbsp;

The one-off end-of-year offers will see the group contribute to the first year of a buyer’s mortgage, giving up to three per cent of the contract price as a settlement adjustment.&nbsp;

Buyers will only need a $10,000 deposit, with an additional five per cent installed by the end of 2022, with a balance of another 10 per cent deposit needed by the end of March next year.&nbsp;

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The $300 million project will comprise 295 apartments across seven buildings upon completion, near the new Hills Showgrounds town centre.&nbsp;

Within a few paces of Castle Island, the $1 billion destination town centre will be linked into the world-class Sydney Metro station, along with the variety of cultural offerings within the Showground.

Led by the NSW government and anchored by a new civic plaza heart, the lively and walkable public realm will be active day, night, weekdays and weekends, with an abundance of green spaces incorporated as well, from a new park, to a green playground, all within a frisbee throw of the residences.&nbsp;

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Green at the heart, the nature-driven development stitches together architecture and landscapes to capture the natural spirit of the suburb, with local architectural firm Giles Tribe, collaborating with Hong Kong architects, ARVA and DLN in the design.

Fronted by three directors, Giles Tribe have been at the heart of some of Sydney’s largest and most successful master planned communities, including Breakfast Point, with Director Danny Yeung tipping Castle Hill Showground to become one of Sydney’s most vibrant and well connected neighbourhoods.&nbsp;

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Delivering a mix of one, two and three-bedroom apartments, Castle Island is expected to attract interest from a range of buyers, including owner-occupiers, investors and downsizers, with floorplans spanning from 50 sqm to 135 sqm.&nbsp;

Featuring full-height glazed facades, each of the residences connect to extensive views of landscaped open space, immersing residents in the surrounding nature.&nbsp;

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The one-off end-of-year offers will see the group contribute to the first year of a buyer’s mortgage, giving up to three per cent of the contract price as a settlement adjustment

KWG to contribute to first year of mortgage at Castle Island, Castle Hill apartment development

After securing $120 million in sales, Drew Group has teamed up with Hutchinson Builders and global investors to commence construction on the company’s Lagoon Main Beach project.

The partnership brings on board YieldStack, which manages the international funding of global investors and Australia’s largest privately owned builder, to deliver the $395 million twin-tower project which is earmarked for a near 4,000 sqm site at 11-23 Cronin Avenue in the heart of Main Beach.

Hutchinson Builders, a diverse construction company with a comprehensive portfolio of residential and commercial projects, brings to Lagoon Main Beach more than 110 years of construction experience and a completed workbook totalling more than $35 billion.

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Hutchinson's has an unparalleled industry reputation for project delivery with a strong balance sheet of more than $388 million, which Chairman Scott Hutchinson says underpins the group’s performance.&nbsp;

“We currently have an extensive workbook of projects on the Gold Coast, and we are delighted to be working closely with Drew Group to bring a development of this calibre to Main Beach,” Hutchinson said.&nbsp;

Lagoon Main Beach will comprise of two buildings - the Sunrise Tower and Sunset Tower - each positioned to capture sweeping views across the length of the Broadwater and the Hinterland, as well as aspects to the Pacific Ocean, from Stradbroke Island to Coolangatta.

The Sunrise Tower will offer a combination of two and three-bedroom apartments and Drew Group’s Signature Collection residences across 31 levels, whereas the Sunset Tower will rise 24 levels and feature 116 apartments comprising of one, two and three-bedroom configurations.

Lagoon will offer generously sized apartments and a swathe of high-end amenities designed to complement the coastal lifestyle planned, located just 50 metres from the famed Tedder Avenue dining and entertainment precinct while also being just 150 metres to the beach.

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A secluded lagoon pool oasis with private cabanas will find a place within the development, along with indoor and outdoor lounges, a fitness centre, yoga deck, a heated spa, surfboard and wet item storage and a business hub.&nbsp;

Lagoon Main Beach is being marketed by Jayde Pezet and Todd Matheson of Pezet Matheson who have overseen the $120 million worth of sales so far.&nbsp;

“We’ve seen incredibly strong traction from interstate and local buyers who appreciate the high quality of Lagoon Main Beach and the fundamental appeal to the area. The fact that Lagoon Main Beach is fully funded and poised for construction commencement in January 2023, is very appealing to purchasers and provides them with complete certainty,” Pezet said.&nbsp;

Established in 1982, the Main Beach-based Drew Group is a family-owned property developer with Managing Director, Jon Drew saying he was excited to bring Lagoon Main Beach to fruition with the support of YieldStack and Hutchinson Builders.

“Hutchinson has an enviable reputation as a builder with a quality of standards that gives our buyers confidence to commit to the project off the plan,” said Drew.

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“The preliminary market response to Lagoon Main Beach and the pivotal partnerships we have now forged have positioned us to begin construction, with the demolition of the site complete and building to commence immediately.”

“With the financial backing of YieldStack, we now have a world-class team to deliver our vision for this wonderful site.”

Yield Stack’s Investment Director, Neil Kumar said they see Lagoon Main Beach as a significant opportunity on the Gold Coast, with the market only continuing to be well supported by strong fundamentals.&nbsp;

“Our partnership with Drew Group on this project is founded on the company’s excellent track record of premium developments within the Gold Coast market,” said Kumar.

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Established in 1982, the Main Beach-based Drew Group is a family-owned property developer with Managing Director, Jon Drew saying he was excited to bring Lagoon Main Beach to fruition with the support of YieldStack and Hutchinson Builders.

Hutchinson Builders appointed to construct $395 million Lagoon, Main Beach apartments

Orchard Piper have teamed up with Corsair Investment Management in a deal that will see a luxury $400 million mixed-use precinct developed at 7-11A and 17-19 Carters Avenue, progressing the developer’s plans to add $550 million worth of residential, commercial and retail development in Melbourne’s sought-after, Toorak.

The joint venture comes after the 3,600 sqm well-known Mercedes Benz site was acquired by the developer in May for $67 million.&nbsp;

In a bid to regenerate Toorak Village as a thriving high street, Orchard Piper Director, Luke McKie said the partnership is only bolstered by the Buxton family’s six generations of property history.&nbsp;

“Corsair align and support our design-led approach to architectural development. They bring a rare level of expertise and knowledge together with 100-plus years of multi-generational experience represented by the Melbourne based, Buxton family name,” McKie said.

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Orchard Piper are due to commence discussions with Stonnington Council in the first half of 2023 to inform the design submission, as the development marks just one of four projects penned for the area, forming part of its $800 million pipeline scheduled for annual completion over the next five years, adding to their already $1.1-plus billion portfolio.

With $200 million worth of projects previously completed in Stonnington alone, the development will see a high-end, architecturally significant, residential development delivered, complemented by hospitality, retail and strata commercial, suited to local owner-occupiers.&nbsp;

A distinctive offering for the suburb, the project will also include full concierge services and amenities for residents, including a pool and a gym.

“We have again appointed highly regarded and world renowned, Kerry Hill Architects to design the precinct, which will arguably become the most high-end building for Melbourne’s most affluent suburb,’ said McKie.

“Landholdings of this scale and proximity to the Village are incredibly rare. We will take our time 
designing this project to ensure we achieve an architectural response befitting of the significance of this opportunity.”

Orchard Piper have been progressively building a significant stake in Toorak Village’s revitalisation with the culmination of ten individual titles acquired since 2019, bringing the developer’s land holdings in the Village in excess of 5,000 sqm.&nbsp;

Well-positioned to brace market uncertainties, the joint venture brings a unified position to the market, and to future plans for the Village, further complemented by Orchard Piper’s own $150 million luxury mixed-use project located at the corner of Toorak and Mathoura Road, as well as Vicland’s $600 million office and retail tower due for completion in early 2023.

Corsair Executive Chairman, Michael Fowler said the group is underpinned by family values, with a proven track record within the niche area of high-end development.&nbsp;

“We have an in-depth understanding of the landscape, nuances, pressures and opportunities of the current market,” Fowler said.&nbsp;

“With Orchard Piper’s unrivalled reputation and brand not only within Stonnington but across Melbourne, our joint venture will offer a unique opportunity for luxury living that is bound to re- energise the Village’s status and identity as one of the most lucrative streetscapes in Australia.”

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Orchard Piper have been progressively building a significant stake in Toorak Village’s revitalisation with the culmination of ten individual titles acquired since 2019, bringing the developer’s land holdings in the Village in excess of 5,000 sqm. 

Former site of Mercedes-Benz Toorak set for $400 million transformation 

The Australian arm of Aouyan International is going through a name change, following the partial sale of the business in August this year.&nbsp;

Rebranding to a play on the Latin word for new, Novm comes as part of a larger re-structure of the business which involved the operations and administration side of the Australian business.&nbsp;

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For current buyers and partners, it’s business as usual on all existing Aoyuan International projects, which includes Adela Burwood, Altessa Gordon, The Lennox Parramatta, Woolooware Bay Stage Four, Ashbourne Moss Vale and Mesa Hurstville.&nbsp;&nbsp;

The group has already found success across a number of Sydney projects, with&nbsp;One30 Hyde Park,&nbsp;Woolooware Bay Crest,&nbsp;Esplanade Norwest and&nbsp;Maison&nbsp;Maroubra already sold out.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Each of the projects are at various stages in their development lifecycle, from launch and construction to completion and settlement.

CEO and Executive Director, Adrian Liaw said one key plan moving forward under Novm is to diversify the business.

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“We’re excited to be rebranding and entering into a new phase of growth,” Liaw said.&nbsp;

With a new name and fresh start, Novm is poised to become a leading player in the Australian property market.

“Novm represents the beginning of a new era, and we’re looking forward to seeing what the future holds.

Diversification into other property sectors will be a key focus for the Novm business in 2023 and beyond which has previously focused on multi-unit residential developments under the Aoyuan International brand.

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“Previously our focus has been on residential apartment developments, however moving 
forward we plan to work in other asset classes such as retirement villages, retail and commercial projects with a number of strategic opportunities currently in the works.”

With a new name and fresh start, Novm is poised to become a leading player in the Australian property market.

Aoyuan Australia rebrands as Novm in the wake of business restructure 

Prominent developers Kincrest are rolling into the new year with a sold out project.&nbsp;

The group’s South Yarra development, Stanhope has been a hit among buyers, attracting prices from $1.7 million all the way through to $5 million,&nbsp;

Progressing through the significant Covid lockdowns, which saw many developers shut down throughout the state, Kincrest held firm, experiencing only a slight delay in delivering the final product.

Externally, Stanhope takes on its surrounding context, with architects Telha Clarke finding inspiration in the expansive landscape of trees and green spaces. Internally, world renowned Swedish designer, Lotta Agaton drew inspiration from Scandinavian light and minimalism, incorporating natural materials throughout, such as high quality solid wooden floors and handpicked sand coloured stone.

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Kincrest are now looking to the future having recently launched their Essendon project, The Watson to market, along with another South Yarra development, Armytage.

Kincrest’s Owner and Director, Tom Howgate said the move to deliver new products, even in the current market climate, demonstrates the group’s ability to meander around constraints and difficulties.

“We’re very proud of Stanhope and the accomplishment to sell out in what has been and currently remains a difficult market. We have held firm in our values and beliefs in delivering the project and that is what has been recognised by our purchasers in the end,” Howgate said.&nbsp;

Construction on Armytage by Kincrest is slated for February, with all but one of the five apartments already sold.&nbsp;

Located at 35-37 Kensington Road, Armytage has evolved off the success of Stanhope, with both projects addressing the gap in the current market.&nbsp;

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"As a developer and South Yarra local, it is important to me that local urban development is in line with the energy and demographics of the area. A building should try to encapsulate the mood, needs and lifestyle not only aspired too, but lived."

Designed for the discerning downsizers and aspiring young professionals seeking a design oriented, leisure filled lifestyle in the heart of a tree-lined streetscape, Armytage is only moments away from the open expanses of Como House and Park, as well as Toorak Village and the bustling Chapel Street.

As the latest in the pipeline, The Watson is tipped to set a new benchmark for residential development in Essendon, with its prime location and generous homes designed for the owner-occupier.&nbsp;

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"The Watson is designed to be lived in," Howgate said.&nbsp;

"We create homes that are the perfect combination of functionality, timeless design and quality materials."

Telha Clarke have had a hand in designing all three projects, with each bringing something new to their locale while still remaining sympathetic to the surrounding history and heritage.

Delivering a mix of one, two and three-bedroom apartments, The Watson's floorplans span from 76 sqm all the way through to 294 sqm, with the three-bedders starting from $1.2 million.

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Kincrest launch new apartment projects off the back of sell-out success, Stanhope

CitiNova has brought together quite a team to deliver their latest residential development.&nbsp;

The Greensborough project, Albero has been designed by InvoDesign, Point Architects and Biasol, delivering a collection of 45 residences, set amongst verdant surroundings in addition to a suit of enviable amenity.

Each of the residences have been conceived to maximise on space, with a focus on the finer details and high-quality finishes.&nbsp;

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Biasol handled the interiors of Albero, who encapsulated a sense of home within the locality of Greensborough, with the design of the apartments guided by the surrounding landscape, rich in Australian natives and character.&nbsp;

The modern palette exudes warmth and achieves visual distinction with a focus on balance and serenity. Finer details found in the subtle terracotta or olive-green accents bring a sense of nature into the spaces, weaving the overarching inspiration of Albero in every detail.

Offering a sustainable and timeless design, each residence at Albero features energy efficient appliances, use of recycled rainwater and expansive double-glazed windows that allow for an abundance of natural light to flood in and illuminate the interior spaces.&nbsp;

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Generously sized balconies act as an extension of the homes and allow for exceptional indoor-outdoor living, along with dedicated communal spaces specific to the top two levels and an additional shared terrace for all to enjoy.

Designed with functionality in mind, the kitchens feature ample storage making hosting dinners effortless and enjoyable, while expansive balconies offer an al fresco dining experience in each home.&nbsp;

The master suites have been designed as a retreat, with built-in wardrobes, expansive windows allowing an abundance of natural light, as well as generously-sized ensuites.&nbsp;

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The bathrooms incorporate floor-to-ceiling tiles, with buyers able to select between a dark or light colour scheme. Each combines satin nickel or matte black fixtures, along with ample storage and frameless glass, forming an aesthetically pleasing space while still being functional. &nbsp;

The development is currently under construction by DCS Built, with completion slated for Spring 2023.

Buyers also only have a limited amount of time remaining to select the colour finishes in their apartment, with the ability to customise ending on January 23.&nbsp;

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Inside the Albero apartments: How Biasol created a connection to the Greensborough locale

The Lechte Corporation has completed construction on their latest residential development, The Marker.&nbsp;

Located at 512-544 Spencer Street, the $87 million project comes to the rapidly growing and diversified suburb of West Melbourne, as the area only continues to grow as a sought after place to live.&nbsp;

The Marker’s completion arrives as West Melbourne is emerging as a hotspot for community and cultural activity, with the City of Melbourne’s 2018 West Melbourne Structure Plan seeing the suburb’s industrial context transformed into a buzzing community with green space, walking and cycling routes, residential offerings and service-based businesses over the past four years.&nbsp;

Designed by renowned architecture firm, Plus Architecture, the 31,260 sqm mixed-use community is centred around the principles of sustainability and village-style living, with the residences set across a dual structure.

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Named Roden and Spencer &amp; Stanley, the two towers sit side by side, delivering a total 195 apartments across eight-storeys, with each benefitting from shared amenity and retail offerings on the ground plane, with lush greenery uniting them both.&nbsp;

A culmination of a 20-plus year relationship between Plus Architecture and Lechte, The Marker was born from a joint vision to bring a statement of quality, liveability and scale to transform West Melbourne into an emerging and established precinct for modern living, according to Plus Director, Ian Briggs.&nbsp;

“Our design for The Marker seeks to provide not only a home for its residents but to become a thriving village-like destination that deeply connects and respects the heritage and future direction of West Melbourne. Our granular design is both aspirational and familiar; a place to call home, experience the city and build community,” Briggs said.&nbsp;

Defined by its sculpturally curved, landscaped upper levels, stacked above a cubic built form, Roden offers 50 residences and makes a statement for high-end urban living, featuring open-plan layouts designed for active downsizers.&nbsp;

Adjacent, Spencer &amp; Stanley’s delivers the remaining 145 apartments, with a mix of one, two and three-bedroom apartments, which draw inspiration from the nearby homes and warehouses. Featuring sawtooth rooftops, exposed brickwork and textural brick pillars and tapered balconies, the Spencer &amp; Stanley apartments have attracted interest from a broader range of buyers, from young families to working professionals.&nbsp;

Showcasing sweeping views of the city skyline and local area, The Marker’s residences enjoy an abundance of natural light and are complete with quality finishes, including stone benchtops, European oak floors, bespoke wood cabinetry and joinery as well as Miele appliances.&nbsp;

Lockable storage cages and individual bicycle bays are available for residents, in addition to an enclosed courtyard with native rainforest plants, a private club and a library lounge designed for cocktail parties and business meetings.

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Emulating Melbourne’s laneway and courtyard culture, a number of generously landscaped private common areas and internal passageways are scattered across the site, with a street presence created at the ground floor, with retailers including a full-line ALDI supermarket and a selection of specialty cafés and retailers.

With its close proximity to the city, employment hubs, hospitals, education, expanding green spaces and government and private business support, West Melbourne is set to continue to be a strong drawcard for design-led young professionals, downsizers, and savvy investors looking to capitalise on the high growth seen in the area’s property market.&nbsp;

The transformation of West Melbourne has paved the way for the suburb’s emerging identity as a hub for economic vitality, with data showing West Melbourne’s population has more than doubled since 2011.

Lechte Director, Christopher Paul said The Marker is poised to be the face of a new, revitalised West Melbourne, driving a more socially diverse and culturally inclusive neighbourhood that extends the limits of the nearby CBD.&nbsp;

“With a key focus on sustainability and community, the site will act as a landmark for a hub of social activity and fervour underpinned by a strong sense of place,” he said.&nbsp;

Apartments in the Spencer &amp; Stanley towers are already sold out, with a limited number of one and two-bedroom apartments remaining in the Roden building, priced from $499,000.&nbsp;

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The transformation of West Melbourne has paved the way for the suburb’s emerging identity as a hub for economic vitality, with data showing West Melbourne’s population has more than doubled since 2011.



Construction wraps on $87 million West Melbourne residential precinct, The Marker

The Mirvac Construction team continue to make progress on-site in Tullamore, a testament to Mirvac's reputation for delivering exceptional living experiences for the last 50 years. Construction is on-track, as completion on the final residential building in the prestigious masterplanned community in Melbourne’s Doncaster,&nbsp;FORME fast approaches - an exciting milestone for the group.

Buyers won't want to miss the final opportunity to become one of the fortunate few to call FORME home, with a limited number of two-bedroom residences remaining. Designed by Mirvac's award-winning in house design team, the luxury residences have been inspired by the natural elements with every feature, from the soft curves to the warm timbers, each a gentle nod to the splendour of the established community.&nbsp;

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Crafted with natural details and timeless sophistication, FORME'S expansive two-bedroom residences include large kitchens and light-filled living and dining areas, with seamless indoor and outdoor living created through the adjoining terrace balconies, with lush garden planters designed by Paul Bangay.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Stuart Penklis, Mirvac Head of Residential said they were extremely proud to be able to deliver the 47-hectare award-winning community in Doncaster, which is already home to over 2000 residents.

“Tullamore is a premier example of our pursuit to deliver quality and care in every little detail.&nbsp; Home to over 900 residences it includes a mix of house and land, premium built homes and the prestigious apartments of the Tullamore Precinct with buildings Phoenix, Folia, and FORME. Formally the Eastern Golf Course, Mirvac acquired the site in 2015 and has worked collaboratively with local council, the community, and project stakeholders to create an outstanding living environment inspired by the natural surrounds,” he&nbsp;said.&nbsp;

Diana Sarcasmo, General Manager Mirvac Design Marketing and Sales said it was really important that Mirvac enhanced, conserved and celebrated the natural beauty of the iconic site, adding new residences and amenity in the most environmentally friendly way.&nbsp;

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“Our talented in-house design team have taken the utmost care to ensure the built form is integrated seamlessly into the existing landscape, with approximately 30 per cent of the community devoted to Green open space encouraging an active lifestyle,” Sarcasmo said.&nbsp;

As the last of its kind, FORME is the final opportunity to secure your place in Mirvac's coveted Apartments of Tullamore precinct in Doncaster.

"Mirvac’s goal has always been to create a vibrant and diverse community at Tullamore leaving a lasting legacy that encourages integration and interaction. This dedication to quality and care in every detail has resulted in numerous repeat purchases in Tullamore with residents encouraging their friends, parents, children and siblings to also live in the community,” Sarcasmo said.&nbsp;

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As the last of its kind, FORME is the final opportunity to secure your place in Mirvac's coveted Apartments of Tullamore precinct in Doncaster.

FORME by Mirvac nears sell out - final opportunities remaining 

Work has&nbsp; commenced on a 136-hectare masterplannned community in the heart of the regional city, Busselton.&nbsp;

Positioned at the gateway to the Western Australian food and wine mecca of the Margaret River, the new community, Embark, is located in one of the fastest growing regions in the southern half of the state, which Yolk Property Group and Banner Asset Management are set to capitalise on.&nbsp;

Banner Asset Management Chief Investment Officer, John Byrne, said the project is the company’s first in Western Australia, marked as a strategic investment which diversifies its product portfolio and expands its national footprint.

“In addition to the asset’s outstanding location and residential zoning, we were drawn to the region’s rapidly growing population which is being stimulated by a broadening employment base and coastal lifestyle attractions,” he said.

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“Busselton has benefitted from significant private and civic infrastructure investment over the past few years making this an attractive long-term opportunity.”

956 new housing lots will be created across the site, which is bounded by the Vasse Highway, Bussell Highway and Outer Bussell Highway.&nbsp;

Plans are also already underway to open a pop-up café on site at Embark in the new year, and Yolk is working with the City of Busselton to fast-track an adventure playground and display village.&nbsp;

Tao Bourton, CEO of Yolk Property Group, said the company was pleased to see earthworks for the project get underway.&nbsp;

“We’re looking forward to bringing to Busselton our fresh-thinking approach to community, housing design and liveable neighbourhoods,” said Bourton, who has family ties to Busselton.&nbsp;

“The scale of the development at Embark will enable significant investment in community infrastructure, while the new design and landscaping concept will complement the natural landscape and adjoining residential community.”&nbsp;

In line with Yolk Property Group’s commitment to innovation, the focus at Embark Busselton will be on bigger blocks, with the average parcel of land spanning 650 sqm, in addition to more trees and natural vegetation, along with a host of features designed with the community and their lifestyle in mind.&nbsp;

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As the largest masterplanned community in Busselton, Embark will deliver a range of housing choices, including retirement living, along with a new town centre as well.&nbsp;

Mayor Grant Henley, who recently turned the first sod at the project site said Embark had an important role to play as the City of Busselton continued to evolve and grow in the coming years.

“Embark will help meet escalating demand for new housing as our population heads towards 50,000 people by 2026,” Henley said.

“Investment in infrastructure, attractions and our beloved foreshore have reaffirmed Busselton’s popularity as a thriving destination for visitors and thousands of new locals alike.”

Yolk is inviting expressions of interest in the first lots at Embark, due for release in February 2023.

Yolk Property Group and Banner Asset Management to deliver Busselton’s largest master planned community

Queensland builder-developer MAYD has revealed the first look at its major North Kirra beachfront development, lodging amended plans that reduce the number of apartments and increase the proportion of larger residences.

The project is planned across a substantial 4,742 sqm amalgamated site spanning seven lots at <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/2-6-pacific-parade-bilinga-qld-4225">2-6 Pacific Parade</a> and 27-33 Golden Four Drive in Bilin​ga, directly opposite Nor​th Kirra Beach.

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/mayd-group">MAYD</a> secured the site for $32.5 million in 2025, in what was one of the Gold Coast's largest property transactions of the year.

The development will be delivered across two stages, with the first stage carrying an estimated gross realisation value of around $360 million.

The latest amendments seek to reduce the overall apartment count and shift the project further toward the owner-occupier market, with larger residences designed for buyers wanting considerably more space than traditionally offered in a beachfront apartment.

The residential mix will include townhomes, oversized two-bedroom apartments, substantial three-bedroom residences and four-bedroom homes.

MAYD has appointed Cera Stribley to lead the architecture and interiors, with the Melbourne-based design practice drawing on the beachfront setting through a series of ocean-facing terraces and heavily landscaped balconies.

Strong horizontal forms and curved balconies will define the exterior, with subtropical landscaping integrated throughout the building to soften the built form and increase the connection between the residences and the beachfront.

The project will also include an extensive collection of resident wellness and lifestyle facilities, continuing the broader shift across the Gold Coast's luxury apartment market toward larger homes supported by resort-style amenity.

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MAYD Founder Todd Mould said North Kirra was increasingly appealing to buyers attracted to the more established, lower-density character of the southern Gold Coast.

"North Kirra presents one of the most compelling luxury residential opportunities currently emerging in Australia, combining absolute beachfront with the character and authenticity that buyers are increasingly seeking, and the same sense of tight-knit community that defined Burleigh and Currumbin perhaps 10 or 15 years ago," Mould said.

"With Gold Coast Airport on its doorstep, it also offers a level of accessibility that broadens its appeal across almost every market demographic."

The project comes as the southern Gold Coast continues to attract an increasing share of high-end apartment development and buyer activity.

Kirra in particular has emerged as one of the region's more tightly held beachfront markets, with its relatively low-density character, established surf and hospitality scene and proximity to Gold Coast Airport differentiating it from the higher-density markets further north.

Mould said those characteristics had informed the approach MAYD and Cera Stribley had taken to the project.

"We've worked closely with Cera Stribley to create a vision that is deeply connected to its surroundings," he said.

"Inspired by the coastline itself, the architecture has been shaped around space, privacy and resort-style living, creating a collection of homes that reflects the next generation of luxury on the southern Gold Coast."

MOTIV Managing Director Carly Cottam, who has been appointed to market the project, said buyer attention had continued to move south along the Gold Coast.

"Purchasers who may once have defaulted to Broadbeach, Main Beach or Surfers Paradise are increasingly recognising the value of a genuine beachfront location that offers lower density, strong amenity and a more established sense of community," Cottam said.

"Kirra has a powerful combination of growing demand and genuine scarcity. Beachfront supply is inherently constrained, the area remains relatively low density, and buyers are increasingly placing a premium on locations that feel established, uncrowded and authentic rather than heavily developed."

Cottam said the proximity to Gold Coast Airport was also proving increasingly important for interstate and second-home buyers.

"Being minutes from Gold Coast Airport makes it particularly compelling for interstate buyers, frequent travellers and second-home purchasers who can access an authentic coastal lifestyle almost immediately after stepping off a flight."

The acquisition takes MAYD's active development portfolio to more than $500 million, with the North Kirra project representing one of its largest undertakings to date.

MAYD is targeting an early 2027 launch.

Joel Robinson

First look at MAYD's North Kirra mixed-use precinct

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Castle Hill, the longtime hub of the Hills District, has been one of the major beneficiaries of Sydney's Metro expansion, with improved connectivity helping drive continued population growth, development and buyer demand across the Hills District.

But despite that growth, the suburb has seen relatively few major new apartment projects brought to market over the past 18 months.

Hills District developer Reve Group is looking to fill that gap with <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/nova-r-ve-castle-hill-2-garthowen-crescent-castle-hill-nsw-2154">Nova Rêve</a>, a major new mixed-use precinct on the corner of Garthowen Crescent and Old Castle Hill Road, a short walk from Castle Hill Metro Station and Castle Towers.

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The project will comprise three residential towers alongside a hotel, restaurants, cafes and a skybar, more than 1,600 sqm of ground-floor retail and almost an acre of landscaped gardens.

It represents the largest project undertaken by Reve Group, the development arm of the Kassis family, which has been building across the Hills District for more than 30 years through Kassis Homes.

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Nova Rêve also represents a significant step up from the family's first apartment development, Grand Rêve, which was delivered nearby on Garthowen Crescent.

Grand Rêve introduced larger, house-like apartment layouts and premium inclusions including Wolf and Sub-Zero appliances to the Castle Hill market.

Nova Rêve takes that approach to a precinct scale, combining the residential component with hospitality, retail and substantial public and resident landscaping.

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Reve Group Managing Director Sam Kassis said the project reflected the family's three decades of building in the Hills, which has evolved from trophy homes on quarter-acre blocks to larger-scale apartment development.

"Grand Rêve was our first apartment project here and it showed us what this pocket of Castle Hill could be. Nova Rêve is the refinement of that idea: not just apartments, but a place the whole suburb can use," Kassis said.

A key part of that approach is the hotel, which has been designed to operate as an amenity for the wider Castle Hill community rather than solely hotel guests.

It will include restaurants, cafes, skybars and all-day dining, alongside conference and event facilities catering to business functions, community groups and private events.

At ground level, more than 1,600 sqm of shops and cafes will open onto the surrounding streets and landscaped areas.

Almost an acre of gardens designed by Land and Form Studios will run through the precinct, incorporating pathways, seating, barbecue areas and children's play spaces.

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Reve Group's Romio Georges said creating an active ground plane had been central to the planning of Nova Rêve.

"There are gardens with pathways, barbecues, seating and play areas, shops and cafes opening onto the street, and a hotel with restaurants and a skybar that anyone in Castle Hill can walk into," Georges said.

The project's elevated position on one of Sydney's highest ridgelines will also provide apartments with outlooks toward the Sydney skyline, surrounding parkland and the Blue Mountains.

More than 80 per cent of the apartments will occupy corner positions, with Turner responsible for both the architecture and interiors.

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Nova Rêve arrives as Reve Group bets on Castle Hill's next growth phase

A collection of just 25 large-format apartments and penthouses overlooking Goodwin Park is entering the Coolangatta market, with <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/marea-residences-coolangatta-27-27a-dixon-street-coolangatta-qld-4225">Maréa Residences</a> combining a low-density, residential-only approach with uninterrupted park and Pacific Ocean outlooks.

Located at 27 Dixon Street, Maréa comprises three and four-bedroom residences alongside a limited number of dual-level penthouses, with the project positioned between Goodwin Park and <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/coolangatta-qld-4225">Coolangatta</a>’s coastal precinct.

Construction has commenced, with completion currently estimated for late 2027. Three-bedroom residences are priced from $1.8 million.

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The project has been designed around its northern outlook across the park, with the building’s architecture, landscaping and material palette intended to establish a connection with the neighbouring green space. The residences have been configured to maximise natural light and views across Goodwin Park towards the ocean.

Inside, the material palette incorporates timber, stone and brushed brass, complemented by curved detailing and ambient lighting. Kitchens and bathrooms carry the same natural material approach, while residences also include basement parking, storage and lift access.

Maréa’s penthouses are arranged over two levels and include private pools, adding another layer to the project’s focus on larger-format apartment living. Across the development, residences are configured with three or four bedrooms rather than the broader mix of smaller apartment types commonly found in larger projects.

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Resident amenity is concentrated at rooftop level, where landscaped entertaining terraces and pools take advantage of elevated views across Coolangatta and the Pacific Ocean.

The project has so far been particularly well received by local owner-occupiers and downsizers, according to Urban Activation Property Sales and Marketing Director Matt George, with the residential-only format, construction quality and northern park outlook among the features resonating with purchasers.

“The uninterrupted northern aspect overlooking Goodwin Park has been a key point of difference, with buyers attracted to the sense of serenity and open space the park provides, while still enjoying easy access to the ocean and being within walking distance of the lifestyle and amenities Coolangatta has to offer,” George said.

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“The combination of high-quality construction, a residential-only building, park outlook and proximity to the beach has resonated strongly with the local downsizer market.”

The Dixon Street address is within walking distance of Coolangatta Beach and the broader southern Gold Coast coastline, including the surf breaks at Snapper Rocks and Kirra. Coolangatta’s cafés, restaurants and retail are nearby, while Gold Coast Airport is also within close proximity.

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Maréa Residences brings parkside apartments to Coolangatta

Melbourne developer PDG has secured Victorian Government approval for its $1.5 billion Southbank development <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/the-one-1-queens-bridge-street-southbank-vic-3006">The One</a>, clearing the way for the long-dormant riverfront site opposite Crown to finally be developed.

The Minister for Planning has approved the project at 1-29 Queens Bridge Street, with the Department of Transport and Planning issuing the planning permit following its assessment.

The approval will allow PDG to develop the prominent 5,059 sqm site with a major mixed-use tower comprising premium apartments, including branded residences, a luxury hotel and boutique office space.

PDG acquired the site in late 2024, with its position directly opposite Crown's main entrance and near Melbourne's Arts Precinct making it one of Southbank's most significant remaining development opportunities.

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Designed by COX in collaboration with ODO and PDG, the tower's architecture draws on the movement of the Yarra River, with six vertical pleats running the height of the sculpted facade.

The project will also see the heritage-listed Queens Bridge Hotel restored and incorporated into the development&nbsp;with new hospitality and public uses, including a rooftop venue.

A significant component of The One will be its residential amenity.

More than 5,000 sqm of resident facilities will be delivered across a single level, making it one of the largest consolidated residential amenity offerings proposed in an Australian apartment development.

The planning approval also incorporates a major upgrade of Queensbridge Square, which PDG will deliver in partnership with the City of Melbourne.

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The existing square will be revitalised as a new civic and pedestrian space along the Yarra River, strengthening the connection between the project, Southbank and the riverfront.

PDG Founder and Managing Director Vince Giuliano said the approval represented a major milestone for a site which has remained largely underutilised for more than 15 years.

“This is the most significant Planning Permit approval Melbourne has seen in recent years,” Giuliano said.

“For more than 15 years, this site has remained underutilised. This approval enables us to deliver a project that will contribute meaningfully to the revitalisation of Southbank, restore and reactivate an important heritage building, and create a new civic and hospitality destination for Melbourne.”

The latest approval follows an earlier planning permit issued by the City of Melbourne covering demolition works across part of the site at 9-29 Queens Bridge Street. Those demolition and early works are already underway.

PDG has also started generating early interest in the residential component from owner-occupiers ahead of a planned public launch in early 2027.

PDG secures approval for $1.5bn Southbank apartment development, The One

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>.

Alison Warters

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