The view from residential developers&nbsp;is that the apartment market in the Sydney CBD is more on trend and in demand than it has been in a number of years.

Adrian Pozzo, the chief executive at CBUS Property,&nbsp;says the&nbsp;CBD is set to evolve post the pandemic disruptions, with the nature of the developments being constructed and in planning dominated by mixed-use towers.

&quot;The mixed-use nature of the city has seen distinct precincts evolve, each with their own cluster of businesses and cultural, educational and entertainment precincts,&quot; Pozzo says.

At the heart of the CBD apartment pipeline is Castlereagh Street, the 1.6 kilometre long major strip which runs from Central Station toward the business precinct, stopping just shy of the harbour.

Developers have taken to the small pocket around Hyde Park, almost between St James and Museum Station.

There&#39;s a number of projects currently under construction, and a solid pipeline on the desks of the City of Sydney council.

The first project to be completed will be Castle Residences, the mixed-use hotel and apartment tower at 203 Castlereagh Street which is slated for completion in December.

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The first Australian project by Shanghai United, Castle Residences have been built above the heritage Porter House, which is being retained as a luxury lobby entry.

There are 131 apartments and around 122 hotel rooms, with the hotel to be operated by AccorHotels.&nbsp;Residents at Castle Residences will get all of the perks of being a hotel guest, such as a the 24 hour concierge, room service, housekeeping and even valet parking.

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Up the street and currently under construction is Cbus Property&#39;s&nbsp;111 Castlereagh Street, set to be a landmark in the CBD for years to come.

The striking tower, designed by fjmt studio and built atop the former&nbsp;David Jones&nbsp;department store which was originally built in 1938,&nbsp;has 101 apartments, most with views over Hyde Park.&nbsp;

Part of the development will see the David Jones component converted in to 11,500 sqm of office space, as well as a 6,200 sqm extension of Westfield.

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Colliers Residential Managing Director Peter Chittenden, who has been handling the sales at 111 Castlereagh Street,&nbsp;says the apartments have been designed with ample space and connection to the outdoors, which are now top priorities for Australians.

&quot;There has been strong buyer interest very much around the quality of the development and construction team, the iconic architectural building and the central CBD location&rsquo;s liveability with shopping and dining along with the expansive views spanning across Hyde Park and beyond to Sydney harbour,&quot; Chittenden says.

&quot;The prominent buyer demographic has been local Sydneysiders from the Eastern Suburbs and Lower North Shore, looking for a primary residence along with interest from regional NSW where buyers are looking for a city base&nbsp;for when they are visiting and doing business in Sydney.&quot;

Apartment residents will have access to a rooftop with a pool, gym and gardens. Construction is underway, with completion expected in Q3 2023.

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Across the road from 111 Castlereagh Street is set to be another impressive mixed-use development.

Last year the alternative asset manager Fife Capital, led by Allan Fife, submitted plans for a 17-level tower to&nbsp;sit alongside a heritage-conscious redevelopment of the George Bosch Chambers and St James Hotel&nbsp;building that has stood since the 1920s.

The development of two lots,&nbsp;114-120 Castlereagh Street and 139 Elizabeth Street, will see just 26 apartments built, only starting from level 10, with the rest of the building being commercial. There will be&nbsp;a mix of one, two and three-bedroom units and a two-level, four-bedroom penthouse on levels 15 and 16.

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The majority of the units will face the park, with some facing Castlereagh Street and the lower levels facing Elizabeth Street and will contain wintergreens.

A landscaped communal open space has been designed above the commercial building at level 10.&nbsp;The roof terrace provides communal facilities including BBQ area, outdoor dining and recreation areas.

And the most recent lodgement comes from Central Element, who are seeking to build a $100 million tower on the fringe of Hyde Park where the 16-storey Hyde Park Inn hotel currently sits.

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It&#39;s another amalgamation of sites on Castlereagh Street and Elizabeth Street, the latter which runs parallel to Hyde Park.

They&#39;ll be amalgamated&nbsp;two lots at 262-266 Castlereagh Street and 271-279 Elizabeth Street, planning for three retail tenancies on the upper and lower ground floors, with 53 apartments above.

The subject sites are currently occupied by a vacant four-storey commercial building as well as the&nbsp;16-storey Hyde Park Inn hotel.

At the heart of the CBD apartment pipeline is Castlereagh Street, the 1.6 kilometre long major strip which runs from Central Station toward the business precinct, stopping just shy of the harbour.

Joel Robinson

What Sydney's Castlereagh Street will look like in five years

Construction has started on the Brisbane riverfront apartment building, Rivello, in Northshore Hamilton, which has seen over&nbsp;90 per cent of apartments sold for more than $133 million in just 10 weeks.

The sales rush has been led by owner-occupiers, including young professionals and downsizers, many of whom live within a 10-kilometre radius.

Interstate purchasers looking to relocate or invest in the Queensland have made up around 10 per cent of the sales.

More than 1,000 jobs will be created during construction of the $149 million, 21-storey building, which will home 150 apartments and a suite of resort-style amenities, including a roof-top infinity-edge pool with expansive views across the Brisbane River to the CBD.

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Developer Brookfield Residential Properties has appointed builder Tomkins Commercial and Industrial Builders - who have delivered more than 300 projects across the residential, commercial, industrial and education sectors - to construct the mixed-use development, with completion anticipated for late 2023.

Rivello is the latest stage of Brookfield&rsquo;s activities in the Northshore Hamilton Priority Development Area (PDA), situated six kilometres from the Brisbane CBD, and the ninth building by Brookfield Residential Properties in the Portside residential and lifestyle precinct.

Brookfield Residential Properties Managing Director, Lee Butterworth, said the outstanding sales result had seen construction start on Rivello several months ahead of schedule.

&ldquo;The response to Rivello has been exceptional, with sales including an ultra-opulent penthouse for more than $5.5 million, two sub-penthouses for more than $2.9 million each and the majority of our three bedroom apartments, which average $1.5 million,&rdquo; he said.

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&ldquo;Those sales are a vote of confidence from the top end of the market in Rivello and we&rsquo;ve seen an equal level of enthusiasm from purchasers across our one and two bedroom apartments, with only a handful of floorplans now remaining, with river, park or local views still on offer.

&ldquo;We are looking forward to moving into the next phase of Rivello, by bringing our vision to life. To be able to accelerate the start of construction is a fantastic result, not just for our purchasers but the 1,000 workers who will be employed in constructing this exciting project.&rdquo;

Butterworth said the start of work on Rivello was also a significant milestone for the broader Northshore Hamilton precinct, where Brookfield Residential Properties had been developing since 2006.

&ldquo;We&rsquo;ve been part of the major transformation of Northshore for over 15 years, delivering the Portside Wharf dining, shopping and entertainment precinct as well as more than 850 riverside apartments, and look forward to continuing to be part of the area&rsquo;s evolution for many years to come.&rdquo;

Economic Development Queensland General Manager Debbie McNamara said the project marks another milestone in Northshore&rsquo;s transformation.

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&ldquo;I am proud of Economic Development Queensland&rsquo;s continued investment in infrastructure to revitalise the Northshore Hamilton PDA, which paves the way for projects like Rivello,&rdquo; she said.

&ldquo;Rivello will be yet another reason for people to enjoy Northshore, which is home to Portside Wharf, Eat Street Northshore, Alcyone Hotel, and some of Brisbane&rsquo;s best riverfront living.&rdquo;

Butterworth said Northshore Hamilton continued to be in high demand due to its premium, riverfront location.

&ldquo;There are very few opportunities to purchase a new apartment on the Brisbane River, particularly within six kilometres of the Brisbane CBD, which makes Northshore a highly sought-after locale,&rdquo; he said.

&ldquo;Northshore is a popular lifestyle choice because of the extensive mix of dining, shopping and entertainment in the precinct and the ease of access via CityCat or road to an array of destinations. The feedback from buyers at Rivello is that these factors certainly underpinned their decision to secure an apartment.&rdquo;

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The sales rush has been led by owner-occupiers, including young professionals and downsizers, many of whom live within a 10-kilometre radius

Construction begins on Rivello, Brisbane apartments, as sales hit 90%

The Brisbane-based Pikos Group are set to launch its next apartment project, a striking collection of three towers in the affluent suburb of Kangaroo Point.

The first release of Lambert Street Apartments, to be developed on one of the last remaining vacant sites overlooking the Brisbane River, will see 75 apartments up for grabs, with strong enquiry already fielded by the Pedro Pikos-led developer.

There will be three towers as part of the Lambert Street Apartments, designed by Conrad Gargett Architect and oriented to look across the river to New Farm.

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&ldquo;Lambert Street represents the final chance for a new generation of luxury to rise in Kangaroo Point &ndash; there are no other developable sites left in the area,&rdquo; Pikos said.

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The first of the three towers

&ldquo;Interstate developers have been desperately trying to get their hands on developable land in Kangaroo Point, but they&rsquo;re a little too late to the party.

&ldquo;We have always had a huge affinity for Kangaroo Point and this project will present a vanishingly rare opportunity to secure a riverfront residence drenched in the trademark Pikos luxury-touch.&rdquo;

The project is set to rise opposite the highly successful&nbsp;Argyle New Farm, which has underpinned the strength of the central Brisbane market, securing 90 per cent&nbsp;of its sales for $7.75 million, and a penthouse sale at $15.4 million.

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One of the later release towers

&ldquo;Our appartments will enter the market at a tenth of the price of the Argyle, without compromising on quality or vistas, which is remarkable value for buyers seeking a more affordable entry to riverside living,&rdquo; Pikos added.

Kangaroo Point is one of Brisbane&#39;s most sought-after and tightly held markets for houses and apartments, with little high-rise stock in the pipeline or recently completed.

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Gap Development Sales Director Grant Plummer, who is handling the marketing, said there&#39;s been incredible levels of demand already.

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Another render of one of the future releases

&ldquo;Kangaroo Point is the location with it all &ndash; it&rsquo;s got proximity, panoramas, and a captivating charm which has cemented it as the pinnacle of city living for the luxury owner occupier market,&rdquo;&nbsp;Plummer said.

&ldquo;The diminishing opportunity for new product in such a coveted location has resulted in an incredible level of demand which we are excited to satiate with our spectacular Lambert Street collection.&rdquo;

Lambert Street is being modelled with the same finishes as Pikos&#39;s&nbsp;Skye apartments, located on just across the bend.

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There will be three towers as part of the Lambert Street Apartments, designed by Conrad Gargett Architect and oriented to look across the river to New Farm

Pikos Group set to launch La Storia, first stage of Lambert Street Apartments in Kangaroo Point

The architect-turned developer, Joe Adsett, has submitted plans for his&nbsp;next South East Queensland residential apartment development.

Adsett, who secured a sell-out at his Rockpool, Rainbow Bay project&nbsp;earlier this year, has ventured to the affluent and tightly held waterfront of Kangaroo Point, where he's&nbsp;set to create a&nbsp;luxury $85 million, 15-level tower.

Named River Arc for its location on the curve of the Brisbane River at 44 O'Connell Street, the project will home just 14 luxe apartments, set&nbsp;on one of the last north-east facing, absolute riverfront development sites.

Adsett said to differentiate, they went with a lower density on the 1,186 sqm site, which would typically yield 75 apartments.

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“As a practice specialising in luxury residential architecture, we have seen incredible growth in the Brisbane super prime residential market," Adsett said.

"We believe the market has quickly matured to the point it will accept a project of this nature and to that end we have readily chosen to under develop the site from its potential density to focus on a boutique one per floor offering.”

Each of the apartments will benefit from expansive river views and range in size from 300 sqm&nbsp;to 550 sqm. The exclusive development offers residents a unique opportunity to directly access the water via private moorings.

"The site is uniquely positioned on a north-eastern bend of the river and we designed the building to cantilever towards the river edge.

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"The cantilever is achieved by our design of an external concrete structural veil, which integrates the wall and floors into one uniform structure. The structure is not only supporting the building; it also acts to create large column free spaces which open to the water. The structure also curves to create large eaves around the building which reduce the heat load on the glass and provide acoustic attenuation between the levels.

"In addition, it allows protection from driving rain and&nbsp;reduces wind gusts up the vertical face of the high rise. The design of the facade curves and arches to become an object of beauty in its own right, and in turn forms the iconic look of the building.

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The riverfront is dedicated to an abundance of tiered landscaping and communal amenities, providing a sanctuary for residents whilst giving back to the river ecosystem. An existing mature Flooded Gum tree is maintained by the development, preserving the natural features of the site.

The site is set to benefit from a multitude of Brisbane’s future infrastructure investment with the anticipated Riverwalk extension from Mowbray Park, Kangaroo Point Green bridge, Cross River Rail precinct, Gabba redevelopment, and local ferry terminal upgrades.

Earlier this year the popular architect secured a sell-out of his first development on the Gold Coast, the luxury Rockpool at Rainbow Bay.

Adsett said to differentiate, they went with a lower density on the 1,186 sqm site, which would typically yield 75 apartments.


Exclusive: Joe Adsett reveals River Arc, Kangaroo Point apartment development

The Melbourne developer Sunkin Property Group&nbsp;has been given the green light to transform the former CRISO site in Highett into a $500+ million residential precinct that will have a focus on urban renewal, sustainability, nature, and town centre connectivity.

Sunkin seeks to provide a range of dwelling typologies to meet housing demand from singles, couples and families and improve housing diversity in the area.

With a focus on a connected community and urban renewal, the proposed development will benefit from the close proximity of Highett Train station, Highett Town Centre and have a significant positive impact; supporting the local economy, generating new jobs in the area.

Some four hectares of parkland will surround the 9.34 hectare site which will include&nbsp;a new public park and conservation reserve. A new public library is also proposed to be provided by Sunkin on site for the benefit of the community, as well as a Maternal and Child Health Centre, and the undergrounding of overhead HV power lines along Graham Road.

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Central to the development is its focus on connectedness and walkability, with common and public spaces between the built form providing opportunities for neighbours to connect. This is further enhanced via integrated wellness and fitness facilities, including a resident&rsquo;s gym and pool, as well as cafes to activate the park setting.

Sunkin Property Group General Manager Development Lloyd Collins said he&rsquo;s thrilled to have received development approval from Bayside City Council.

&ldquo;Throughout the development application process we really listened to the community and as a result, we received a number of suggestions and great ideas that were included in our proposed amendments to the development plan approval,&quot; Collins said.

&ldquo;We are incredibly excited to deliver a project such as this for the wider community, which not only provides new public amenities and open space, but will have a significant positive impact on the local economy in terms of job opportunities and supporting local businesses.

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&ldquo;We are delighted that council has approved this development plan and we look forward to continuing to work in partnership with council and the wider community to deliver this much needed development. We are seeing pent-up demand within the Bayside area and believe our park setting and connection to the station and vibrant town centre retail will be highly attractive to local buyers.&rdquo;

Within walking distance to Highett train station, the ClarkeHopkinsClarke designed development is set to bolster the Victorian economy, generating 280 jobs per annum during construction, and once complete, will support Highett local traders with $50 million per annum expenditure by 2032.*

Sunkin seeks to provide a range of dwelling typologies to meet housing demand from singles, couples and families and improve housing diversity in the area

Sunkin secure approval for $500 million Highett residential precinct

The soon-to-be national property developer, Crown Group, has unveiled its penthouse collection across two of its Sydney apartment developments.

The architecture-led penthouses in Crown Group&#39;s&nbsp;Mastery by Crown Group and Waterfall by Crown Group developments are being pitched at potential onshore and offshore investors, now New South Wales is allowing quarantine-free travel.

Iwan Sunito, Crown Group co-founder and group chief executive, said, despite the COVID-19 outbreak, Asian investment in Sydney remains very strong.

&ldquo;Compared with many global cities, Sydney offers stronger growth prospects for property owners; backed by a stable government, strong education market and a demand for housing which outstrips supply.&rdquo;

This year, the Crown Group buyer pool is made up of a mix of offshore and onshore investors, with demand from the Asian market holding up despite travel restrictions.

Crown Group tapped in to the work-from-home trend, pivoting toward&nbsp;flexible floor plans and internal and external living areas, along&nbsp;with resort-style amenities and communal landscaped gardens.

The completed penthouse in the Waterfall by Crown Group apartment development in Waterloo spans two levels and has three bedrooms across its 147 sqm of living space. There&#39;s a balcony over 40 sqm, and a private rooftop with city skyline views.

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Waterfall by Crown Group is a $400 million master-planned development comprising 331 apartments across three eight-storey buildings and one 22-storey tower, which is home to the highest man-made waterfall in the southern hemisphere.

Inspired by the tropical landscape of Indonesia&rsquo;s Kalimantan and developed in conjunction with award-winning SJB Architects, Waterfall is a veritable rainforest in the heart of the city, offering access to tranquil gardens, a cantilevered gym, rooftop infinity pool, 49-jet jacuzzi for up to 16 people, outdoor cinema and music and function rooms.

Down the road is Crown&#39;s Mastery by Crown Group development in Green Square, a&nbsp;cluster of five newly completed buildings offering a total of 368 luxury apartments and anchored by a 19-storey, timber-clad tower featuring three exclusive penthouses.

Designed by&nbsp;Japanese architect Kengo Kuma, who recently designed the 2020 Olympic Stadium in Tokyo and the internationally acclaimed V&amp;A museum in Dundee, Scotland, the tower forms part of a rare collaboration of three renowned architectural firms: Kengo Kuma; established Sydney architects Silvester Fuller; and Koichi Takada Architects, who created sophisticated Japanese-inspired interiors with a generous use of natural materials.

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Part of the exclusive Penthouse Collection are&nbsp;three architecturally-designed penthouses in Kengo Kuma&rsquo;s cantilevered tower. Offering between 150 sqm to&nbsp;171 sqm of outdoor space, they occupy the top floor of the tower envisioned by Kengo Kuma to act as a vertical urban forest, with views towards Sydney&rsquo;s CBD, Centennial Park, and&nbsp;panoramic water views to the south.

The penthouses feature water&nbsp;and moisture-resistant travertine&nbsp; in the kitchen island benchtops, splashbacks, and in the bathroom walls, floors and vanity benches. There are Smeg appliances throughout, including rangehoods, gas cooktops, ovens, steam ovens, microwave ovens and coffee machines.

Buyers will have the option to upgrade to a Japanese onsen style bathtub,&nbsp;made of fragrant hinoki cypress, in the ensuite.

&ldquo;Mastery by Crown Group is the last council-permitted tower for the area, meaning that this is an exclusive opportunity to not only live in the very first Kengo Kuma-designed residential building in Australia, but to secure views that will be impossible to replicate in Waterloo with existing zoning rules,&rdquo; Sunito said.

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Penthouse Collection residents will have access to Mastery&#39;s resort-style facilities which include an infinity-edge rooftop pool, gym, spa, mini-cinema and a community room. Australia&rsquo;s first Japanese &ldquo;eat street&rdquo; is located on the doorstep.

The Mastery and Waterfall Penthouse Collection apartments are for sale, from $3.75 million to $4.88 million..

There are still studio, one, two and three-bedroom apartments&nbsp;for sale, priced from $630,000 and ranging&nbsp;to $2.37 million.

Knight Frank estimates that in 2021 Sydney luxury real estate prices will surge by 10 per cent. The outlook remains positive for 2022 as well, with a healthy seven per cent&nbsp;year-on-year growth forecast.

Crown Group tapped in to the work-from-home trend, pivoting toward flexible floor plans and internal and external living areas

Crown Group release penthouses in Mastery and Waterfall, Sydney apartment developments

The hotly anticipated Aperture, which will be one of the most high-end apartment developments&nbsp;in Broadbeach when completed in mid-2023, has officially launched to the market.

Following on from their successful first tower in Broadbeach, Signature, which sold out earlier this year, the Melbourne-based Little Projects took a different approach to&nbsp;Aperture, which refers to the opening of a lens&#39;s diaphragm through which light passes.

This time they&#39;re targeting the luxury owner-occupier, with every apartment on offer spanning a whole-level and offering over 200 sqm of internal and external space, enough space for a downsizer.

There are just 29 apartments across the 35 levels, with 26 full-floor apartments with three bedrooms, three bathrooms and three parking spaces. They start from $2.1 million, with every level of the 120 metre building offering uninterrupted ocean views from the balcony off the living area.

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Floorplans for the double-storey sub penthouse and penthouse are still in the works, but they expect to have four bedrooms and four bathrooms each.&nbsp;

Elenberg Fraser, who has designed a number of developments&nbsp;in Melbourne, created the modernist-inspired apartment building, with hand-crafted materials and a minimalistic design featuring throughout. Gaggenau appliances and natural timber and stone have been used for the interiors, creating an extra level of luxury rarely seen in the market.

Leighton Pyke, Director of&nbsp;Little Projects Co, reckons&nbsp;the south end of Broadbeach is quite possibly the ultimate location to soak up the central coastal atmosphere.

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&ldquo;It&rsquo;s part of a very tranquil enclave just a little bit away from the heart of the vibrant retail and dining precinct but within walking distance to all that Broadbeach has to offer, and only metres from the beach,&quot; Pyke says.

Pyke said they made a conscious effort to change the course from the high-density projects and instead offer full floor collection of apartments, offering enough space for the downsizer.

&ldquo;We put a lot of thought and energy into this project, alongside our talented team of architects, to come up with a design concept that blends with the superb location of the site.&rdquo;

&ldquo;With this project, we wanted to challenge expectations on how a luxury coastal residential collection should look and feel, so we devised a sub-tropical oasis that incorporates moody tone for an effortlessly luxe feel,&rdquo; Pyke said.

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KM Sales &amp; Marketing agent Todd Matheson is handling the market.

Aperture will feature a&nbsp;lap pool on the podium level, with hotel-like day beds at either end. The pool is flanked by a long pool deck, and an adjoining 20 sqm barbecue area with outdoor dining space. On this level is a gym with a steam room.

The project sits just minutes from the patrolled Kurrawa beach, and a short walk from the heart of Broadbeach&#39;s Oracle dining and retail precinct. 
 
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Elenberg Fraser, who has designed a number of developments in Melbourne, created the modernist-inspired apartment building

Little Projects Co launch Broadbeach apartment development, Aperture

Pent up demand in Sydney has been released at Paramount on Parkes in Parramatta, one of the first apartment buildings to launch sales since Sydney came out of its prolonged lockdown.

The launch of sales at Paramount on Parkes, the 39-level tower&nbsp;to be developed by the well respected and local developer ALAND, saw 25 sales secured over the weekend, with a further 60 appointment scheduled.

ALAND released the first 135 apartments of the 294-apartment tower, designed by Sketch Design Group and Stanisic Architects, which were&nbsp;a hit with investors and owner-occupiers.

They were drawn to Paramount's prime location on the fringe of Parramatta, a stones throw from Parramatta train station&nbsp;and minutes from riverside parks, shopping precincts and a number of fine dining restaurants, bars, and cafes.

The spacious floorplans were also a tick for buyers, as well as the state of the art amenities which will include a resort-style pool on the podium level, a 300 sqm rooftop terrace with barbecue area, lush landscaped gardens with local Western Sydney flora, and resident-only children’s play areas.

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Buyers so far have been predominantly young couples&nbsp;and young families in their early and mid 30's, moving to the area from within a 10 kilometre radius of Parramatta.

The first stage will see 10 one-bedroom apartments up for grabs&nbsp;from $573,000,&nbsp;115&nbsp;two-bedroom apartments starting at&nbsp;$767,000, and 10&nbsp;three-bedroom apartments starting at&nbsp;$1.083 million.

ALAND Sales Director, Mark Bernberg, said purchasers are keen to see new supply become available that also represents great value for money.

"Paramount on Parkes has created a lot of buzz among buyers who‘ve spent their lockdown period reassessing what qualities they’re seeking in a home," Bernberg said.

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"Given the excellent lifestyle amenities of this flagship development and its very convenient location, it offers an extraordinary move for homeowners and investors alike."

Each apartment is designed to maximise light and space with floor-to-ceiling windows framing panoramic district views and covered balconies.

Finished with neutral colour palettes so buyers can add their own personal touch, the apartments also have ducted air-conditioning, Fisher &amp; Paykel appliances, Grohe tapware and marble surfaces.

Some apartments come with the option of convenient study nooks and additional storage.

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Head of Development for ALAND, Ryan Lane, said the premium Western Sydney development had been a passion project for the family-run business, which is also the major sponsor of the NRL’s Parramatta Eels.

“With the ALAND name proudly emblazoned on the jerseys of the local team every weekend, we feel that we’ve earned our place as part of the fabric that makes up Parramatta. The launch of Paramount on Parkes now further cements that position,” Lane said.

Lane added that with Parramatta taking pride of place as Sydney’s second CBD, the dynamic destination has become a highly desirable location for both owner occupiers and investors.

“As the geographical heart of Sydney, Parramatta offers its residents a wealth of cultural, educational and employment opportunities. And with the second airport at Badgerys Creek underway, as well as easy access to other transport links, it will soon offer locals even more convenient travel connections,” Lane added.

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Paramount on Parkes is an approximate 10-minute walk to riverfront reserves or the Parramatta Wharf and is a short stroll from the soon-to-be-completed Parramatta Square employment hub and Civic Centre.

There are a number of local attractions, including&nbsp;Eat Street, Riverside Theatre, the Powerhouse Precinct, walking tracks, cycleways and the 85ha of green space at Parramatta Park.&nbsp;Westfield Parramatta is 600m from the doorstep.

In addition to a number of in-demand public and private schools in the vicinity, Parramatta is also home to campuses for the University of Western Sydney and University of Sydney.

ALAND released the first 135 apartments of the 294-apartment tower, designed by Sketch Design Group and Stanisic Architects, on the weekend



Sales surge at launch weekend of Parramatta apartments Paramount on Parkes

The Sydney-based developer Image Property Developments has been given the green light to push&nbsp;ahead with stage one of their $85 million gateway development in the popular suburb of Dural, in Sydney&#39;s Hills District.

The Hills Shire Council granted a &#39;deferred development consent&rsquo; for the first stage of Skyline Dural, a gateway development at 488 Old Northern Road Dural, Round Corner.

Skyline Dural will see a number of apartments and townhouses developed in the second and third stages, a rarity for the suburb which is littered with sprawling mansions on acreages. The second and third stages are yet to be lodged to the local council.

The first stage will see a two-storey retail and commercial building developed, with views to the Blue Mountains, as well as a public plaza.

The building will include a supermarket and retail outlets including specialty stores and restaurants, giving buyers in the latter stages already established amenity on their doorstep.

The frontage to Old Northern Road will see large road improvement, with two lanes each way, a new bus layback, new traffic lights, and dedicated turn lanes.

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Part of AUS&nbsp;Group, Image Property Developments&nbsp;are currently developing The Bond in Norwest, in partnership with Mulpha, which is set for completion in 2022.

Chris Paunescu, of CHRISP Consulting, who is project managing the design on behalf of Image Property Developments said the apartments and townhouses will offer quality lifestyle options that are much needed in the area.

&ldquo;The tri level designer townhomes (with optional elevators), spacious apartments with rooftop terraces and exclusive restaurants extending the public plaza are part of stages two and three,&quot;&nbsp;Paunescu said.

&ldquo;The investment in improving transport infrastructure at the southern entry to Dural village, particularly with the intersection, will improve traffic flow significantly.&rdquo;

&ldquo;Image Property Developments are locals to the area and are committed to creating a vibrant lifestyle hub for Round Corner Dural, with quality shopping, hospitality and commercial facilities, providing a place to live, meet, dine, and shop all with unobstructed views to the Blue Mountains.&quot;

Chris Paunescu of CHRISP Consulting said the apartments and townhouses will offer quality lifestyle options that are much needed in the area

Rare off the plan apartments and townhouses set for $85 million Dural mixed-use development

Palm Beach, one of the hottest apartment markets across the whole of the country, is set for something a little different.

Kingbella Group, led by Joel and Laura Percey, alongside STEER Developments, founded by Rob Steer, are set to launch a boutique collection of four villas, a stone&#39;s throw from the beach.

The luxury villas at 192 Cypress Terrace have been designed by C2 Architecture with the Mediterranean lifestyle and palette at its heart.

&quot;Callista came from bouncing around ideas on a mood board, trying to produce a townhouse with a feel as if you&#39;re on holiday in Europe&quot;, Laura Percey says.

Percey says they are trying to take the next step of luxury in the suburb, with the three-level homes rich in artisan detail and featuring an entertainer-style kitchen with oversized stone island bench and Miele appliances throughout.

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Each townhouse will have four bedrooms and three bathrooms across the three levels.

&quot;Palm Beach has really transformed, from cute shacks and beach houses to a next level of luxury that everyone locally, as well as interstate, now wants to buy in to.

&quot;There&#39;s new blood in the area, and with that comes the more modern beach house. We want to deliver beach houses that will remain for years to come.&quot;

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\There has been an intentional effort in the design so the villas would suit a number of different buyers.

&quot;We could see the owner-occupier professional enquire, with the use of the downstairs bedroom as a home office, or the downsizer in their 50&#39;s using the functional space&quot;, Percey said, adding that young families would be attracted to the four bedrooms, and fly-in, fly-out buyers from the eastern seaboard capital cities would show interest given the heightened level of lock-up-and-leave luxury on offer.

STEER founder, Rob Steer said with interstate migration on the rise, there&#39;s plenty of purchasers are prepared to pay for high end stock.

&ldquo;Gold Coast has emerged as one of the best performing real estate markets over the past year, recording double digit price growth for both houses and units,&quot; Steer said.

&quot;We&#39;re seeing an awful lot of movement from interstate, whether it&#39;s for holiday home purposes or those keen on spending more than half of the year on the Gold Coast.&quot;

With double digit growth seen in Q1 2020 to Q1 2021, Steer says the developer duo are actively looking for new acquisition opportunities in both residential and commercial sites.

CBRE are handling the marketing of Callista, with prices starting from $1.75 million.

Kingbella and Steer are set to crate another small collection of luxury townhouses in Tugun, and have also just lodged plans, along with the Brisbane-based Capdev, for over 90 apartments in the in demand Rainbow Bay area.

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Each townhouse will have four bedrooms and three bathrooms across the three levels

Callista, the most luxurious villas to hit Palm Beach, set for launch

One of North Sydney's best-known commercial buildings could become hundreds of new homes, with insurance giant Zurich Australia lodging a State Significant Development Application (SSDA) to transform 5 Blue Street into a mixed-use residential development above North Sydney Station.

Rather than demolishing the existing building and starting again, Zurich is proposing an adaptive reuse project that would convert the landmark office building into a 15-level residential development delivering 62 apartments, 86 affordable co-living dwellings, activated retail and significant upgrades to the Blue Street Plaza.

The proposal reflects a growing trend of commercial property owners repositioning ageing office assets into residential housing as Sydney grapples with housing supply shortages and changing workplace demand.

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Located directly above North Sydney Metro and train station, the 3,051 sqm site occupies one of the most strategically positioned parcels of land on Sydney's Lower North Shore.

Designed by fjcstudio, the proposal seeks to retain and adapt much of the existing structure while creating a contemporary residential address that better connects with the public domain surrounding North Sydney Station.

The application proposes two basement levels, ground floor retail, affordable co-living accommodation across the podium levels, and apartments above, while preserving and enhancing the publicly accessible Blue Street Plaza.

Rather than pursuing maximum apartment numbers, Zurich has opted for a housing mix heavily weighted towards larger owner-occupier residences.

The proposal includes 62 build-to-sell apartments comprising 12 one-bedroom, 19 two-bedroom, 29 three-bedroom apartments and two premium penthouses. It also incorporates 86 affordable co-living dwellings, which would be managed in perpetuity by a Community Housing Provider.

That balance between traditional apartments and affordable housing reflects the NSW Government's push to increase housing diversity around major transport infrastructure.

The proposal has been lodged concurrently with a rezoning application, with Zurich arguing the site is ideally positioned to support additional housing given its immediate proximity to public transport, employment and services.

"The proposal aims to respond to the housing challenges facing Sydney through the delivery of diverse housing types in a highly accessible location," the design report by fjcstudio states. It also seeks to improve pedestrian amenity through upgrades to Blue Street Plaza while creating a high-performing residential building that responds to the surrounding context.

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Rather than replacing the commercial building, fjcstudio has developed a design that works with the existing structural framework above the rail corridor, an approach that significantly reduces demolition while allowing the site to be repositioned as a mixed-use residential precinct.

The existing structural constraints have informed much of the building's design, including its relationship with Blue Street and surrounding public spaces.

The building has been designed as a slender tower rising above a clearly defined podium, with vertically expressed façades intended to reduce the perceived bulk while reinforcing North Sydney's emerging skyline.

According to fjcstudio, the architectural language responds directly to the surrounding commercial towers while maintaining a finer grain expression more closely aligned with the neighbouring Lavender Bay streetscape.

The tower incorporates articulated façade elements, landscaped podium edges and recessed upper levels to soften its appearance and improve pedestrian amenity below.

A significant component of the proposal is the revitalisation of Blue Street Plaza.

The existing public space has long served as one of the primary pedestrian connections between North Sydney Station, Greenwood Plaza and Blue Street, yet its role is expected to become even more important following the opening of Sydney Metro.

Zurich's proposal seeks to strengthen that role by improving landscaping, introducing new retail frontages, enhancing pedestrian permeability and creating more active edges throughout the day and evening.

Ground floor retail would wrap the plaza, while separate residential and co-living entries have been designed to improve wayfinding without reducing street activation.

Landscape design has been integrated throughout the podium and public realm, softening what is currently one of the most heavily urbanised parts of North Sydney.

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fjcstudio has carefully oriented apartments towards Sydney Harbour and the CBD while using privacy blades and articulated façades to minimise overlooking between neighbouring buildings.

Large framed openings along the western elevation maximise harbour outlooks, while the eastern apartments have been angled towards the south-east to improve privacy from neighbouring development.

The project forms part of the continuing transformation of North Sydney from a predominantly commercial CBD into a genuine mixed-use city centre.

Since the completion of Victoria Cross Metro Station, developers have increasingly shifted their attention towards residential projects capable of leveraging the area's unparalleled transport connectivity.

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FiveX recently lodged plans for a 61-storey, 490-apartment tower that would become one of the tallest residential buildings in North Sydney if approved.

Aqualand continues to expand its Lower North Shore presence following the completion of AURA on Walker Street and its recent St Leonards and Roseville proposals.

Developers are also progressing projects throughout Walker Street, Miller Street and the Victoria Cross precinct as demand for well-located owner-occupier apartments continues to strengthen.

First look: Zurich targets North Sydney office conversion with 148-unit proposal above Metro station

Busy developer Aqualand Prestige has formally taken the next step in its expansion across Sydney's Lower North Shore, lodging a State Significant Development Application (SSDA) for its long-held Archer Street site in Chatswood.

The application covers <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/51-55-archer-street-chatswood-nsw-2067">51-55 Archer Street</a>, a 1,767 sqm amalgamated site on the eastern edge of the Chatswood CBD, where the developer is seeking approval for a 45-level mixed-use tower delivering 114 apartments, including a significant affordable housing component, alongside retail, commercial space and six basement levels of parking.

The SSDA marks the latest milestone for a project Aqualand has been quietly progressing over the past two years. The developer first secured the site for its Aqualand Prestige platform before undertaking an alternative design excellence process with PTW Architects, ultimately avoiding a formal design competition through the Housing Delivery Authority pathway.

The proposal has evolved considerably from Aqualand's original concept. The revised scheme has been designed around larger owner-occupier product, with an unusually high proportion of three and four-bedroom apartments, targeting the more affluent buyer profile, and downsizer, emerging across the North Shore.

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The 114-apartment mix comprises six studios, 27 one-bedroom apartments, 18 two-bedroom apartments, 50 three-bedroom residences and 13 four-bedroom homes. A quarter of the building will be dedicated to affordable housing, well above the mandated 15 per cent&nbsp;

PTW has structured the building vertically, with affordable housing across levels one to six, premium apartments through levels seven to 31, duplex skyhomes on klevels 32 to 43, a penthouse on level 44, and a rooftop plant level above. Six basement levels will provide resident parking and servicing.

The tower is proposed to reach approximately 154 metres, placing it among a growing collection of residential high-rises transforming Chatswood's skyline.

Rather than competing purely on height, PTW says the design has been driven by creating a slimmer tower capable of delivering significantly larger apartments.

"The primary objective of this project was to create a distinctive building that stands out from the recently approved or built structures in the Chatswood area," the design report states, noting the structural efficiency allows greater investment into apartment quality and resident amenity.

Residents would have access to more than 450 sqm of communal open space including landscaped gardens, swimming pool, rooftop entertaining areas, fitness spaces, community gardens, children's play areas and barbecue facilities.

A major focus of the design has been the public domain.

The ground plane has been opened up through landscaped terraces inspired by Willoughby's sandstone ridges, with native planting, public seating, artwork, retail activation and a series of gathering spaces intended to soften what has traditionally been a hard commercial streetscape.

The landscape strategy references Blue Gum forests once common throughout the area, while incorporating Indigenous storytelling, public art and lighting installations to strengthen the connection to Country.

Chatswood has been one of Sydney's busiest apartment markets over the past 12 months, with a steady pipeline of both new project launches and fresh development applications.

Hyecorp recently launched Celine, a 122-apartment development just along Archer Street, while Changfa and Huirong Group are progressing The Anderson, an 84-apartment project on Anderson Street.

Develotek recently secured approval for a 101-apartment tower on Pacific Highway, while Tian An LFD received the green light for Hammond Greens, its apartment development on the edge of the Chatswood Bowling Club.

Commercial property developer FiveX is also making its move into the residential market. Last month it lodged plans for a 61-storey tower with 490 apartments, which, if approved, would become one of the tallest residential buildings in Chatswood.

Read more:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/news/nsw/first-look-fivex-targets-chatswood-skyline-with-61-storey-tower-after-north-sydney-plans">First look: FiveX targets Chatswood skyline with 61-storey tower after North Sydney plans</a>

Aqualand is also expanding its development pipeline following the launch of its luxury residential brand, Aqualand Prestige. The developer has delivered a string of high-end apartment projects across Sydney's affluent suburbs over the past decade, most recently AURA by Aqualand on Walker Street in North Sydney.

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It has since quietly assembled its next wave of projects.

Earlier this year Aqualand launched Boronia in Roseville, a boutique 111-apartment development on Larkin Street. The project is one of the first significant apartment developments to launch in the suburb ahead of what is expected to become one of Sydney's most active new housing precincts under the NSW Government's Low and Mid-Rise Housing reforms, which allow greater density around train stations.

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The developer has also lodged plans for a two-tower, 413-apartment development on Herbert Street in nearby St Leonards, further strengthening its presence across the Lower North Shore.

Beyond that, Aqualand remains behind the final stage of Barangaroo, where plans will deliver a five-hectare mixed-use precinct comprising new homes, retail, hospitality and community facilities, alongside a new Metro entrance and more than two hectares of public open space, completing the Barangaroo precinct.

Read more:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/news/nsw/central-barangaroo-development-takes-big-step-with-concept-proposal-approval">Central Barangaroo development takes big step with concept proposal approval</a>

Read more:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/news/nsw/first-look-aqualand-joins-st-leonards-apartment-party">First look: Aqualand joins St Leonards apartment party</a> 
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First look: Aqualand pushes ahead with Chatswood apartment tower as SSDA lodged for Archer Street

Mass timber is becoming an increasingly popular construction material in apartment developments, but Adelaide developer <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/otello">Otello</a> is taking the approach a step further.

At its new <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/flowe-bowden-18-gibson-street-bowden-sa-5007">Flowe Bowden</a> development, the exposed cross-laminated timber (CLT) structure isn't just about reducing the building's environmental footprint. It also forms the foundation of a broader wellness strategy, influencing everything from indoor air quality and natural materials to the way residents move through and experience the building.

The 115-apartment mixed-use development, designed by Melbourne-based architecture practice Fieldwork, will occupy a prominent island site opposite Bowden Village Reserve, combining one, two and three-bedroom apartments with retail and a dedicated wellness destination.

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Wellness isn't confined to a gym or shared resident facility at Flowe. Instead, Fieldwork embedded the concept into the building itself.

The development has been split into two residential wings connected by a naturally ventilated central breezeway, replacing traditional enclosed corridors with open-air walkways that improve natural light, encourage cross ventilation and create more opportunities for neighbourly interaction.

"Rather than treating wellness as something that only happens on the ground floor, our response integrates it throughout the building, which led us to ask what it really means to design a healthy building," Fieldwork Director Quino Holland said.

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The building's architecture also reflects Bowden's industrial heritage. The lower podium references the area's historic brick and sandstone buildings, while the upper levels transition to exposed CLT, allowing the timber structure to become a defining feature throughout the apartments and shared spaces.

The use of mass timber sits alongside a range of sustainability initiatives, including a fully electric, gas-free design, rooftop solar and a targeted 5 Star Green Star rating.

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Inside the residences, the focus remains on natural, durable materials. Blackbutt engineered timber flooring, exposed CLT ceilings, porcelain surfaces and warm timber joinery create a calming interior palette, while low-VOC finishes and responsibly sourced materials have been selected to improve indoor air quality.

Kitchens have been designed as the centrepiece of each apartment, featuring porcelain island benchtops, timber-look cabinetry and brushed steel tapware, with layouts that maximise natural light and ventilation.

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The more traditional interpretation of wellness comes in the form of Level Eleven, a two-storey wellness club spanning the ground floor, mezzanine and first floor.

The facility will include a gym, yoga and reformer Pilates studios, Finnish and infrared saunas, magnesium hot and cold plunge pools, and dedicated recovery spaces. Unlike many residential wellness facilities, Level Eleven will also operate commercially, allowing the broader Bowden community to access the venue while giving residents exclusive membership benefits.

The ground floor has also been designed around everyday living. A café overlooking Bowden Village Reserve will activate the street frontage, while a bike workshop with tool storage, co-working space and dog wash has been incorporated to support daily routines and encourage interaction between residents.

"Flowe brings together my two biggest passions, creating places and creating healthier lives," Otello founder Daniel Harris said.

"We wanted to create something Adelaide hasn't seen before, a genuinely healthy building, where the way you live is lifted without even trying."

Flowe is positioned directly opposite Bowden Village Reserve and within walking distance of Bowden Railway Station and the Adelaide Entertainment Centre, placing future residents just minutes from the Adelaide CBD while remaining connected to one of the city's most established urban renewal precincts.

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Otello launches wellness-focused Flowe Bowden with Adelaide-first mass timber apartment design

Not all apartment amenities are immediately visible.

Swimming pools, gyms, rooftop terraces and residents' lounges have long featured on buyers' wishlists, but as the way Australians live has changed, so too have the features that make apartment living more convenient.

Increasingly, buyers are placing value on the practical aspects of day-to-day life. Fast internet, EV charging, secure bike storage, flexible workspaces and parcel management are becoming just as relevant as lifestyle amenities, reflecting changing habits and expectations.

Online shopping has been one of the biggest drivers of that shift.

Australians spent a record $82.6 billion shopping online in 2025, with almost one in every four retail dollars now spent digitally, making parcel deliveries a routine part of everyday life rather than an occasional convenience.

For apartment residents, however, receiving those deliveries isn't always straightforward.

Without someone home to accept a parcel, deliveries can be redirected to a nearby Post Office, left in building foyers or common areas, or require building management to temporarily store packages. As apartment living continues to grow across Australia's cities, parcel management has become an increasingly important consideration for both residents and developers.

Australia Post's Parcel Locker network is one response to that shift.

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Rather than relying on home delivery, eligible parcels can be directed to a nominated Parcel Locker, where they're securely stored until collected. Once a parcel arrives, residents receive a notification through the AusPost app or SMS and can retrieve it using a one-time code or QR code at a time that suits them.

The network has expanded to more than 1,500 locations nationwide, with Parcel Lockers positioned at Post Offices, shopping centres, supermarkets, transport hubs and, increasingly, within or alongside residential developments.

That growing presence reflects a broader change in how apartment buildings are being planned.

Developers are increasingly considering the operational side of apartment living alongside traditional lifestyle amenities. Just as secure mailrooms, bicycle storage and EV charging have become more common inclusions, parcel management is emerging as another feature that supports everyday convenience.

It also helps preserve the arrival experience within a building. Carefully designed lobbies and communal spaces can quickly become cluttered when deliveries accumulate, while secure parcel solutions reduce the likelihood of missed deliveries or parcels being left unattended.

For buyers comparing apartments, these everyday details are becoming part of the decision-making process.

Location, floorplans and finishes remain fundamental, but the features that simplify daily life are carrying greater weight than they once did. As online shopping continues to shape consumer behaviour, secure parcel delivery is increasingly becoming another amenity worth looking for.

Parcel delivery is joining the apartment amenity checklist

Inca Property Group has lodged a State Significant Development Application (SSDA) for Dawn, a 53-apartment oceanfront development overlooking Mona Vale Beach.

The proposal, at 35-39 Darley Street East, would replace an existing 18-apartment strata building with a new owner-occupier-focused development comprising 53 two and three-bedroom apartments, including nine affordable built-to-rent residences delivered under the State's infill affordable housing scheme.

Positioned on a 2,679 sqm elevated site around 280 metres from Mona Vale Beach, the development has been designed to maximise panoramic ocean views while responding to the site's sloping topography.

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/inca-property-group">Inca Property Group</a> Managing Director Josh Thompson said the State Significant pathway provided greater certainty for projects of this scale.

"This State Significant pathway gives the team real certainty to progress <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/dawn-35-39-darley-street-east-mona-vale-nsw-2103">Dawn</a> through to completion," Thompson said.

"It allows us to acquire a one-off site, design it carefully and deliver the right offering for the suburb, assessed by the NSW Government's planning department."

The project is one of the first developments in the area to be assessed under the NSW Government's Low and Mid-Rise Housing policy, with the site sitting on the edge of the policy's designated inner area.

The proposal includes three basement levels providing 124 car spaces, alongside a range of resident amenities including a swimming pool, gym, sauna, wellness facilities and private plunge pools for selected ground-floor and penthouse apartments.

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Thompson said Dawn had been designed specifically for owner-occupiers and downsizers, a buyer profile that has driven demand across Inca's recent Upper North Shore developments.

"The majority of buyers in our recent North Shore projects have been downsizers, and we are learning exactly what this market is looking for. Beyond the location itself, we have included resort-style amenities to deliver a genuine lifestyle offering," Thompson said.

Located within walking distance of Mona Vale Beach, the town centre, Mona Vale Golf Club and the Royal Motor Yacht Club, Dawn represents Inca's first Northern Beaches project following the sell-out of Tara on Park in Waitara and Ellis Residences, currently under construction in St Ives.

Construction will be undertaken by Inca's in-house construction arm, GOP Constructions.

Dawn is the latest major apartment proposal for Mona Vale, with the suburb emerging as one of the key beneficiaries of the NSW Government's new Low and Mid-Rise Housing policy.

New developer One Living, led by industry veteran Joseph Scuderi, recently secured a site on Mona Vale Road, on the border of Mona Vale and Pymble, where it is planning around 140 apartments.

IPM is also planning its third project in Mona Vale, significantly increasing the scale of its previous developments with an 82-apartment proposal at <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/159-167-darley-street-west-mona-vale-nsw-2103">159-167 Darley Street West</a>, opposite Bayview Golf Course and less than 800 metres from Mona Vale town centre.

Read more:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/news/nsw/one-living-enters-sydneys-new-apartment-market-with-northern-beaches-site-acquisition">One Living enters Sydney's new apartment market with Northern Beaches site acquisition</a>

Read more:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/news/nsw/first-look-ipm-plans-third-mona-vale-project">First look: IPM plans third Mona Vale project</a>

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