Victoria &amp; Albert is a landmark mixed-use development featuring two residential towers, Victoria Residences and Albert Residences

Colliers&rsquo; director residential David Higgins says the&nbsp;development is the first major apartment project in Broadbeach for the last five years.

A very strong family market, Broadbeach is back in the frame with this new oceanside precinct offering one, two, three and four-bedroom apartments with private amenities.

Urban has taken a look in detail at V&amp;A, and what buyers will like about the project.

1. Strong development team

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Developed by Iris Capital, with apartments designed by DBI Design, Victoria &amp; Albert residences are being delivered by a strong development team.

Founded and led by entrepreneur Sam Arnaout, Iris Capital now boasts more than&nbsp;$3.5 billion in enterprise value, significantly expanding over the past year after the acquisition of 17 Ibis hotels from AccorInvest.

The Sydney-headquartered development giant is behind the large-scale East End development in Newcastle, as well as other projects including Bondi&rsquo;s Grand and Potts Point&rsquo;s new Queensgate development.

&ldquo;We are no stranger to large scale projects and have built a reputation on our ability to deliver transformative developments that add remarkable value to their broader community,&rdquo;&nbsp;Arnaout said.

2. Broadbeach&rsquo;s most walkable new development

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&ldquo;V&amp;A is arguably the Gold Coast&rsquo;s most walkable new address&rdquo;, Arnaout said.

Located in the heart of Broadbeach, the project scores a 10 out of 10 for walkability, thanks to its close proximity to the light rail, casino and restaurant precinct.

Residents&rsquo; daily needs are just moments from their door, with Oasis Shopping Centre, which contains a Woolworths and other specialty retailers, only a two-minute walk from the residence.

Just four minutes&rsquo; drive away is the expansive surrounds of Pacific Fair, while Gold Coast airport is only half an hour away.

3. Resort-style living

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Both Victoria Residences and Albert Residences offer an elevated recreational podium that connects the two, featuring a 25-metre lap pool, gym, yoga deck and residents&rsquo; lounge.

Indoor and outdoor amenities are surrounded by lush, subtropical landscaping, including a zen garden and outdoor dining spaces in this sprawling beachside day club area.

Both towers also feature&nbsp;top-floor residents-only lounges, complete with dining, yoga room, offices and views across the Gold Coast skyline.

Hosting private functions are a breeze with two private dining rooms, each boasting an adjoining kitchen, one galley-style, along with a private wine cellar.

4. Ground-floor retail and dining

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A vibrant new retail arcade is on offer at the world-class Broadbeach address, with Victoria &amp; Albert boasting the first high-end residential, retail and culinary precinct in central Broadbeach since the Oracle towers more than a decade ago.

&ldquo;Just an elevator ride away, take a leisurely stroll and you&rsquo;ll be sure to find new restaurants and bars to sample, no matter which route you take&rdquo;, the project marketing reads.

The precinct boasts over 50 restaurants and cafés within 300 metres of its front door.

5. Ideal location

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Surrounded by beautiful natural landscapes, Victoria &amp; Albert invites outdoor leisure and recreation all year round.

Combined with a subtropical climate, it forms a breathtaking locale that residents will find a hard time abandoning.

Along the coastline, residents can enjoy a bike ride past Kurrawa and Mermaid Beaches, or a walk on the beach from the Spit.

Other neighbourhood recreational amenities include Burleigh Head National Park, Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary and, for golf lovers, both the Southport and Burleigh Golf Clubs.

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Colliers’ director residential David Higgins says the development is the first major apartment project in Broadbeach for the last five years

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Five things we love about the landmark Broadbeach precinct, Victoria & Albert

The Precinct, a new project delivered by Norup+Wilson, offers a collection of one, two and three-bedroom apartments in a great family suburb.

Mount Pleasant is a southern suburb of Perth, delivering river views and close to many attractions and neighbourhood amenities.

Forming part of the $235 million Canning Bridge redevelopment project, the Precinct is the catalyst for a vibrant new riverside lifestyle.

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Each resident will enjoy spectacular, ever-changing panoramic vistas of the Swan and Canning Rivers or the surrounding leafy suburbs, regardless of which floor their apartment sits.

The 22-storey apartment has been designed by acclaimed architectural firm Woods Bagot, featuring design innovations, indulgent luxuries and unmatched living spaces.

Residents are also offered the opportunity to customise their apartment, with the choice to add vanities, make personalised touches and even redesign layouts.

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The building incorporates an elegant design and high-quality features, including premium appliances, artisan finishes and large floorplans.

High-tech features are complemented by advanced security options for all residents, including secured access points, a remote video intercom, an internal mailroom with courier lockers, and CCTV cameras throughout.

Inspired by the finest international hotel suites, residents can pamper themselves in chic and spacious bathrooms, with some residences featuring bathtubs.

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Sky Home living is not the expansive 360-degree views or the exclusive facilities or unmatched security. It’s the extraordinary peace and quiet which comes from being so far above the rest of the world, enjoying the kind of safe, isolation that The Precinct offers.

Floors 17 through to 20 are dedicated to the ultra-premium Sky Homes, with the top floor hosting the extravagant Sky Lounge for the exclusive use of the four floors of Sky Home residents.

“Here they can access any of the wines they have stored in the temperature and humidity-controlled wine cellar or entertain their guests in the impressive private dining room and adjoining lounge”, the project marketing reads.

Other amenities integrated into the development’s design include indoor and outdoor gym, running track, Teppanyaki barbeques, swimming pool, residents’ lounge and library.

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The Precinct, a new project delivered by Norup+Wilson, offers a collection of one, two and three-bedroom apartments in a great family suburb

Design details: The interior design features by Woods Bagot at The Precinct, Mount Pleasant apartments

The Precinct is the newest residential offering in Perth&rsquo;s riverside southern suburb of Mount Pleasant, boasting a collection of 192 residences.

Developed by Norup+Wilson, the one, two and three-bedroom apartments lie within a 22-storey community on the high point of the prestigious Canning Bridge redevelopment project.

Forming part of the $235 million redevelopment, The Precinct is the catalyst for a vibrant new riverside lifestyle.

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Designed by Woods Bagot, the development features a destination entertainment hub, residences and ultra-premium Sky Homes.

Location is everything at the Precinct, which stands as the most prominent landmark in the Canning Bridge Precinct, according to the project marketing.

&ldquo;It commands views of every facet of the city from Kings Park and the CBD, to the converging Swan and Canning Rivers and the distant escarpment to the east&rdquo;, the developer said.

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The proximity to the CBD and the river, and the easy access to roads and public transport links, make Mount Pleasant a location of choice for professionals and families.

While the high-owner occupier ratio within the development has been shown to preserve capital values and generate higher rental income for investors.

Set to become one of the first five-star Green Star residential buildings delivered within Western Australia, the project incorporates sustainable features and environmentally friendly materials.

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Some of the Green Star features include solar cells on the rooftop, sensor lights, WELS-approved rating on all taps and showers, energy-efficient appliances and rain sensors for reticulation system.

Thanks to these technologies and the overall quality of the development, the Precinct delivers low strata fees to residents.

As a multi-level community, the Precinct features a range of first-class amenities, including an indoor and outdoor gym, running track, cabana, day beds, thatched gazebo, Teppanyaki barbeques and swimming pool.

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A choice of multiple different restaurants is at your doorstep with an assortment of dining experiences found at the unique ground-floor entry.

Among its other features include a residents&rsquo; lounge, residents&rsquo; library, children&rsquo;s playroom and the luxurious Sky Lounge on the top floor.

The development reached completion in 2020.

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Forming part of the $235 million Canning Bridge redevelopment, The Precinct is the catalyst for a vibrant new riverside lifestyle. 

River views and investor-ready apartments: Introducing the new Mount Pleasant apartments at The Precinct

Astute property investors are recognising the potential of the off-the-plan property market, with its numerous amenities and contemporary interiors at affordable prices.

As free-standing home prices surge and approvals to build new houses reach record highs, homebuyers are unsurprisingly seeking savings on brand-new luxury developments.

For many buyers, a downside to&nbsp;off-the-plan&nbsp;purchases include the long wait for construction but with many projects expected to reach completion before the end of the year, Urban has decided to take a look at ten soon-to-be-completed developments offered in Australia.

1. Castle Residences, Sydney 
Developer: United Development Sydney 
Estimated Completion: Early 2022

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Castle Residences is a new masterful collaboration between United Development Sydney and architects Candelapas Associates and Stud​ioAria.

A luxurious collection of 131 residences in one, two and three-bedroom apartments, the development soars above the 146-year-old heritage-listed Porter House on Castlereagh Street.

Timeless sculptural alcoves and arches bring together historical and contemporary architecture, while interior styling takes inspiration from Manhattan apartments.

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Anticipated to reach completion in early 2022, the sought-after project merges five-star luxury hotel services and amenities with high-end apartments.

Australian builders Hutchinson Builders were appointed to construct the 37-storey tower valued at $170 million.

2. Ryrie Home, Geelong 
Developer:&nbsp;Franz&eacute; Developments 
Estimated Completion:&nbsp;Late 2022

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A new&nbsp;Geelong development, Geelong Quarter will deliver a landmark Holiday Inn tower, 16 luxury apartments at&nbsp;Ryrie&nbsp;Residences, and a separate 14-storey tower,&nbsp;Ryrie&nbsp;Home in late 2022.

In collaboration with IHG Hotels &amp; Resorts, Franz&eacute; Developments&rsquo; new project will become a gateway to the region and deliver the largest new hotel in the region in almost 20 years.

Ryr​ie Home will feature a collection of 109 one, two and three-bedroom apartments that benefit from a Rooftop Residents terrace with BBQ and northern bay views. A private internal dining room on level 14 can also be booked by residents.

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Designed by Arch​itectus, it will boast an authoritative and restrained grid fa&ccedil;ade, pedestrian laneways, commercial, retail, and F&amp;B spaces, as well as hotel and residential lobbies.

The privately-owned&nbsp;Maxcon&nbsp;Constructions has been appointed head contractor for the project with completion due late 2022.

3. Pace of Blackburn, Blackburn 
Developer:&nbsp;Pace Development Group 
Estimated Completion: Late 2022

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Also set to reach completion in late 2022 is&nbsp;Pace Development Group&#39;s latest Blackburn offering, Pace of Blackburn.

The newest residential development offered by the integrated end-to-end developer will boast an exclusive collection of 289 one, two and three-bedroom residences.

Set across four distinct buildings on Whiteho​rse Road, the development is welcoming and considered with a seamless glazed fa&ccedil;ade with vertical fin elements and horizontal banding.

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Designed by Ascui and Co. Architects and MDG Landscape Architects, the building boasts a large resort-style pool area, with an 18-metre lap pool and a children&#39;s splash pool set in extensive landscaping.

There will be a concierge service, with cold room storage for the safekeeping of groceries.

4. Pearl Main Beach, Main Beach 
Developer: Raptis 
Estimated Completion:&nbsp;2022

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Rising 30 floors on Main Beach Parade, Pearl is a new collection of 80 two and three-bedroom residences at the northern end of the Gold Coast.

The development is the first foray into the Main Beach market by Raptis, headed by founder Jim Raptis who started the company in Sydney back in the mid 1960s.

Along with the other developments on this list, Pearl is expected to see residents move in this year, with Raptis also taking lead over the project&rsquo;s construction and marketing.

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Pearl offers a striking architectural presence and features high-end amenities throughout the tower, including an exquisite lobby, rooftop pool and easy beach access.

Each residence maximises expansive views with floor-to-ceiling windows, while clean lines and a gentle palette inspire harmony and relaxation.

5. Prospect Apartments, Box Hill 
Developer: R&amp;F Property Australia 
Estimated Completion:&nbsp;2022

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Prospect Apartments, a new glass-swathed Box Hill apartment project, is the latest residential development from R&amp;F Property Australia.

On track to see residents move in mid-2022, the development topped out on its 25th level on time and on budget in November 2021.

The regarded apartment builder, Hutchinson Builders, was appointed to construct the $157 million mixed-use tower, which incorporates 194 apartments.

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Boasting a collection of one, two and three-bedroom apartments, residents will have access to street-level retail, a co-working space and a wellness club, comprising a swimming pool and a gym.

Comprising of premium and calm finishes, the Hayball-designed tower includes thoughtful interiors, floor-to-ceiling windows and spacious layouts.

6. Shenton Quarter, Shenton Park 
Developer: Iris Residential 
Estimated Completion:&nbsp;2022

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Another exciting project that will reach completion this year is Iris Residential&rsquo;s latest project in the popular community of Shenton Park, with their latest project, Shenton Quarter.

West Australian builders BGC Construction will deliver the 157-residence development that features a mix of architecturally designed loft-style townhouses and one, two and three-bedroom apartments.

Designed by Cameron Chisholm Nicol Architects, each apartment offers an unrivalled way of living within a vibrant, environmentally conscious community.

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Shenton Quarter features landscaped gardens, lounge and dining area, fruit orchid, 20-metre heated swimming pool, barbeque deck and children&rsquo;s play area.

The development boasts as many as 50 unique floorplan layouts, each furnished with Smeg appliances, reconstituted stone benchtops and the choice between three colour schemes.

7. The Grounds, Ivanhoe East 
Developer: JWLand Development 
Estimated Completion:&nbsp;2022

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Australian property development company JWLand is delivering a new development in Melbourne&rsquo;s Ivanhoe East.

The Grounds, located on The Boulevard, will comprise an exclusive collection of three apartment buildings, Wilfred, Wamba and The Boulevard, as well as a limited collection of townhomes.

Set to reach completion in September 2022, the integrated developer will construct the Architectus-designed project themselves.

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&ldquo;Integrating all aspects of development, design, construction and sales within our company allows us to provide the outstanding levels of quality and customer care that sets us apart&rdquo;, JWLand said.

More than half of the precinct will comprise gardens, public spaces, and a central landscaped Village Green.

8. FOCUS Melbourne, Southbank 
Developer: Central Equity 
Estimated Completion:&nbsp;2022

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Comprising 592 one, two and three-bedroom apartments spread across 50 levels, FOCUS Melbourne is a brand-new development by Central Equity.

Designed by Doig Architecture, the glazed high-rise features strong rectilinear geometry, clear and bronze glass, and the retention of a heritage fa&ccedil;ade along the streetscape.

Construction, led by leading global construction company Multiplex, will reach completion in 2022.

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Apartments will include floor-to-ceiling windows, high ceilings, entertaining balconies and contemporary styled interiors.

Situated in Southbank, residents will benefit from easy access to caf&eacute;s, restaurants, and entertainment options, with the Melbourne CBD within walking distance.

9. Amara City Gardens, Booragoon 
Developer: Iris Residential 
Estimated Completion: Mid-2022

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Integrated with high-end retail, Amara City Gardens is the only private residences situated within the Garden City Perth precinct.

Upon completion in mid-2022, the project will home 124 one, two and three-bedroom apartments in the established suburb of Booragoon.

West Australian builders BGC Construction have been appointed to construct the Iris Residential development.

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Designed by Cameron Chisholm Nicol, each apartment features open-plan living, mirrored robes and the choice between three contemporary colour schemes.

The project captures buyers&rsquo; increased interest in its generous resident amenity, quality architecture and great location, thanks to the neighbourhood&rsquo;s convenient mix of parks, reserves and commercial offerings.

10. Verre, Preston 
Developer:&nbsp;Wolf&amp;Lamb 
Estimated Completion: Early 2022

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Located in Melbourne&rsquo;s Preston, Verre is the latest offering from the developer Wolf&amp;Lamb.

The&nbsp;Chamberlain Architects-designed residences are an entertainers&rsquo; delight. Large balconies connect the living room to the outdoors and a rooftop terrace offers a space to host friends or relax against the Melbourne city skyline.

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Situated in the heart of Preston, Verre which holds sweeping cityscape views is set for&nbsp;completion in early 2022, with HGW Projects appointed as the builder.

One-bedroom apartments are available from as low as&nbsp;$385,000, extremely affordable for a first home buyer.

Urban has decided to take a look at ten soon-to-be-completed developments offered in Australia.

Top 10 most exciting apartment developments set for completion in 2022 

With Sydney&#39;s luxury market proving resilient, many buyers are seeing the benefit of downsizing to a high-end apartment development at an affordable price.

Sydney luxury real estate prices are expected to surge by nine per cent this year, according to Knight Frank&rsquo;s Prime Global Forecast.

With many making the move to the unit market as a result of growing housing prices, buying from a developer with a track record and long-term commitment to delivering quality projects has become all the more important for aspiring investors.

Below are four of the best downsizer developers delivering residences in NSW that you should keep an eye on in 2022.

<h2>1. Fortis</h2>

Inspired by a shared passion for excellence, Fortis has continued to grow its portfolio under the instruction of Patrick Keenan, Dan Gallen and Charles Mellick, since its inception in 2016.

Partnering exclusively with leading architects, designers and builders, Fortis boasts a portfolio exceeding $276&nbsp;million in successfully completed projects.

The group recently launched their latest NSW development in Neutral Bay, set to reach completion in late this year. &nbsp;

Nestled at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac, Colindia boasts seven residences with expansive terraces, panoramic views and minutes from popular restaurants, caf&eacute;s and bars.

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Designed by PBD Architects, the development comprises six half-floor residences crowned by a full-floor penthouse, while more than 40 per cent of the site features landscaped gardens.

Fortis&rsquo; new developments due for completion in the coming years have been valued at over $2.2&nbsp;billion.

This year Fortis will launch their Mona Rd, Darling Point project, as well as their first apartment development in the blue chip suburb, Point Piper.

<h2>2. Sun Property Group (SPG)</h2>

Launched in 2010, Sun Property Group has spent over 10 years producing and delivering quality residential and mixed-use property developments across Sydney.

Led by Wayne Sun, the company has primarily focused on Sydney&rsquo;s affluent Lower North Shore area.

Currently the team at SPG, who has also just ventured in to the luxury Melbourne apartment market, are selling The Ashton, a collection&nbsp;of just 13&nbsp;apartments on Mosman&#39;s Spit Road.

Designed by A+ Design Group, Ashton was the winner of the Sydney Design Awards 2020. It was named after the artist and teacher Julian Ashton and&nbsp;features Hamptons-inspired interiors, rooftop gardens and ground-floor commercial space.

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Two of SPG&#39;s most recent projects heading in to 2022 are Bala in Neutral Bay and&nbsp;Aurora in Willoughby.

Bala, which comprises 19 two and three-bedroom apartments&nbsp;in Neutral Bay, was another winner for SPG in the 2020 Sydney Design Awards.

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<h2>3. Abadeen Group</h2>

The Sydney developer, Abadeen Group, founded and led by the long-time CBRE Residential Projects chairman Justin Brown, is one to watch for 2022.

Founded over two decades ago, the development group has an established track record with over $1 billion in projects.

A recent partnership with the private equity real estate investment group Phoenix Property Investors will see them deliver&nbsp;a string of boutique residential apartment projects in Sydney over the next five years.

Among its current projects is Koyo, a Koichi Takada-designed development in Crows Nest, and its sister project, Enso, located in Neutral Bay slated for completion in 2022.

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A boutique collection of 27 apartments in the heart of Crows Nest, Koyo will deliver 18 three-bedroom apartments, seven two-bedroom apartments and two one-bedroom apartments.

The development group will see 31 apartments and five restored historic terraces completed at its Brighton Le Sands project, Seychelles.

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<h2>4. Dare Property Group</h2>

Another downsizer developer that investors and buyers should watch this year is Dare Property Group, led by the prolific Sydney developer&nbsp;Danny Avidan.

&ldquo;Dare Property Group was created to fill what I saw as a glaring gap in Sydney&rsquo;s prestige real-estate market. At the time I left the fashion industry after 25 years, the words &lsquo;designer&rsquo; and &lsquo;off-plan&rsquo; had not truly been recognised. I intended to change that&rdquo;, Avidan said.

Since it was established in 2019, Dare has grown to one of the most visionary property development brands in Sydney, with previous developments including The Carlton at Vaucluse and Bronte Place.

The luxury eastern suburbs development, Kalypso Tamarama, is slated for completion this year.

The most anticipated development by Dare in 2022 will be the&nbsp;Piper House collaboration with&nbsp;Fortis, which will offer 20 homes on a 2,000 sqm site in the blue chip Point Piper.

Piper, which stands on the northern side of New South Head Road and wraps around leafy Wunulla Road, will be available for purchase this year.

Sydney luxury real estate prices are expected to surge by nine per cent this year, according to Knight Frank’s Prime Global Forecast

Top four downsizer developers in NSW that buyers should watch in 2022

There&#39;s set to be a fresh wave of international returnees over 2022, as Australia once again reopens its borders fully to the world of investors and students.

Some of Victoria&#39;s top developers&nbsp;have been planning for the eventuality, acquiring development sites and timing the launch of their projects to coincide with the expected 2022-rush for apartments.

With many making the move to the unit market as a result of growing housing prices, buying from a developer with a track record and long-term commitment to delivering quality projects has become all the more important for aspiring investors.

Urban takes a look at six developers in Melbourne who are set for a busy 2022.

<h2>1. Neometro</h2>

Melbourne-based developer&nbsp;Neometro&nbsp;is one to watch this year thanks to a range of new developments that unite architecture with community and sustainability.

Delivering developments across Melbourne for more than three decades, the group become Australia&rsquo;s first property developer to achieve B Corporation certification in 2013.

Neometro recently launched Nine Wilson Ave, which will home the final 58 apartments and 15 lofts in Jewell Station Village, their fourth residential building&nbsp;at the southern end of Brunswick near Royal Park.

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In conjunction with architecture firm MAA and the local landscape designers Mud Office, Nine Wilson Ave promotes wellbeing, prioritises sustainability and is engineered to last.

Neometro&rsquo;s meticulously crafted residences are the result of a unique, curated approach to uniting architecture, interior design, engineering and construction.&nbsp;

Neometro also recently launched 57 Martin St, just six sustainable townhouses in the nearby Thornbury.

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<h2>2. Pace Development Group</h2>

With over 100 projects delivered across Melbourne since conception in 1992, Pace Development Group is an integrated property developer and builder.

Founded by Shane Wilkinson, Pace has grown to a team of 80 that oversees development, acquisitions, planning, architecture, sales and marketing as an end-to-end developer involved in every step of the process.

Set to reach completion this year is there 298-residence development Pace of Blackburn, featuring one, two and three-bedroom apartments, designed by Ascui &amp; Co.

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The project will feature resort-style amenities, multiple retail spaces on ground level and an office tower, once completed.

Other projects in the pipeline include four boutique buildings that will make up the Hampton Quarter precinct, as well as Pace&rsquo;s final development in Sunshine North which will launch early this year.

There&#39;s also The Darley, which will rise overlooking Flemington Racecourse, in what will be one of the most exciting projects to hit the market in Melbourne this year.

<h2>3. Lendlease</h2>

Founded in 1951, Lendlease boasts over 70 years of experience in building new communities and shaping cities.

Headquartered in Sydney, Lendlease is a globally integrated real estate and investment group operating across four regions.

Further stages at Melbourne Quarter, a new, vibrant inner-city precinct, are expected to reach completion over the coming year.

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With a diverse mix of workspaces, living, hospitality, retail and green public realms, Melbourne Quarter is set to house approximately 3,000 residents and engage 15,000 workers.

The 40-level East Tower was recently completed, and Lendlease are offering buyers $0 stamp duty for eligible buyers of the&nbsp;one, two and three-bedroom apartments. One-bedroom apartments start from $446,000.

Currently, the group boasts a current development pipeline of $14.5 billion and feature 100 per cent renewable energy across all Australian building projects.

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Lendlease has long been committed to the environment and was named by the&nbsp;Green Building Council&nbsp;of Australia as a 2021 Green Star Champion.

<h2>4. Mirvac</h2>

Celebrating its 50th year in operation in 2022, Mirvac has an unmatched reputation for delivering quality products in the residential development sector.

Founded in 1972, the leading Australian property group has become a trustworthy developer known for its delivery of upfront amenities, diversified product range and quality design.

Mirvac completed over 3,300 residential sales over the 2021 financial year, an increase of 83 per cent on the previous year, with total assets under management growing to approximately $25 billion.

As one to watch, potential buyers and investors should keep an eye on&nbsp;Mirvac&rsquo;s many residential developments, including the launch of&nbsp;Mirvac&#39;s highly anticipated final release at Tullamore, FORME.&nbsp;

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FORME residences have been meticulously designed by&nbsp;Mirvac&nbsp;and set within the tranquil surrounds of nature, designed by award-winning landscape architect Paul Bangay.

FORME sits in the wider Tullamore community, which has been a hit with buyers over the last few years. There has been five distinct stages,&nbsp;The&nbsp;Apartments of Tullamore, The Stables, The Club, The Reserve and The Grange.

Tullamore is extremely walkable with over 25 per cent&nbsp;of the site dedicated to green space and trails.

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Mirvac are also pressing ahead with their multi billion dollar Yarra&#39;s Edge project, with plans for their ninth tower recently tweaked to be more owner-occupier friendly.

The final apartments remain in Mirvac&#39;s eighth tower, Voyager, the 43-level, 130 metre tower of 310 apartments.

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<h2>5. Beulah</h2>

One of the most talked-about developments of 2022 is Beulah International&#39;s&nbsp;STH BNK by Beulah.

The $2.7 billion project will see a&nbsp;dual skyscrapers designed by&nbsp;UNStudio&nbsp;and&nbsp;COX Architecture erected in Southbank.

Once complete, it&nbsp;will top Australia 108 as&nbsp;the Southern Hemisphere&rsquo;s tallest building upon its completion, rising 102 storeys, some 366 metres from the City Road address.

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There will be around 449 apartments across the two towers, as well as a hotel, commercial, and retail space.&nbsp;Residents will also have access to a Private Auto Club,&nbsp;a first-of-its-kind in Australia.

The STH BNK Auto Club will see residents have the opportunity to use the fleet of luxury vehicles,&nbsp;from&nbsp;BMWs and Teslas to Porches and Range Rovers.

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Last year Beulah acquired the neighbouring site in a strategic move that will allow Australia&#39;s tallest tower to now have four street frontages, with the site increasing to 7,706 sqm.

From thoughtfully considered individual experiences to city-defining mixed-use developments,&nbsp;Beulah&nbsp;is known for its transformative spaces and progressive design approach.

As one to watch,&nbsp;Beulah&nbsp;has cemented its place as a developer to watch with the successful sell-out of Gardenhill and their engagement on high-profile projects.

There&#39;s also plans being prepared for 182-194 Commercial Road, a mixed-use 1,132 sqm site in Prahran, secured last year for $11.4 million opposite the well known Prahran Market.&nbsp;

<h2>6. Buxton Projects</h2>

As one to watch in 2022, Buxton Projects is set to deliver a range of developments this year, including their recently launched Toorak residence, ADA.

A curated collection of 22 private residences in the heart of Melbourne&rsquo;s most sought-after suburb, ADA is the vision of Buxton Projects, Conrad Architects and Jack Merlo.

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The development group draws on generations of property and real estate experience to create inspiring spaces for exceptional lifestyles, with a diverse pipeline of development projects across the residential, industrial and commercial sectors.

In November, Buxton Projects purchased a 3,987sqm park-front Malvern East site for $10.5 million, likely to become a townhouse project.

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Other projects include Salt Townhomes in Brighton, designed by NTF Architects, which is also expected to reach completion within the next two years.

Urban takes a look at six developers operating in Victoria that you should keep an eye on in the new year.

The top six apartment developers to look out for in Melbourne in 2022

A new residential project worth $60 million has launched in Melbourne&rsquo;s rapidly growing southeast that will help meet soaring demand for housing.

Situated at 21-23 Loxwood Avenue, Keysborough, the Woodlands Estate project is a collection of 42 double-story house and land packages designed with aspirational families in mind.

The recent launch of the project&rsquo;s first stage feature&nbsp;17 bespoke double-storey home designs ranging from $949,000 to $1,465,000 on lots of land from 255 sqm to 551 sqm.

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Backing onto the peaceful Keysborough Community Park, the project is close to an array of amenities and offers easy access to Mordialloc Beach, Mordialloc Bypass, East Link and Dingley Bypass. &nbsp;

Delivered by the Aultun Group, the Woodlands is about creating a place families can call home for a lifetime, says director Frank Ruffo.

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&ldquo;The Woodlands is an opportunity for families to secure their dream home built to superior specifications&rdquo;, he said.

&ldquo;The house and land packages provide families the room they need to grow and we&rsquo;re incorporating fully landscaped gardens with modern fixtures and finishes.&rdquo;

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Set in an ideal location surrounded by parklands that delivers a refreshing change of pace for families, the development also enjoys the convenience of being situated close to schools, shopping centres and outdoor lifestyle precincts like Tatterson Park and Southern Golf Couse.

Oliver Hume&rsquo;s Harvey Carretero said Keysborough was a rapidly growing suburb and was emerging as a vibrant, new residential area.

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&ldquo;New projects like the Woodlands coming along will go a long way to satisfying the serious market demand for new house and land,&rdquo; Carretero said.

&ldquo;A feature of Keysborough is its road access from all directions, linking the suburb conveniently to Dandenong, Chadstone Shopping Centre and the beaches by the bay.&rdquo;

The developers are anticipating significant demand for the project from buyers looking to seize new house and land in a growing Melbourne suburb.

The first stage of the Woodlands Estate is expected to be complete in 2023.

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The recent launch of the project’s first stage featured 17 bespoke double-storey home designs ranging from $949,000 to $1,465,000 on lots of land from 255sqm to 551sqm

Woodlands, the new $60 million Keysborough parkside townhouses meeting soaring demand in Melbourne's south east

Established in Brisbane in 1989 by Geoff Parker and Rob Cottee, Cottee Parker has evolved into a national practice with studios operating in Brisbane, Gold Coast, Melbourne, Perth and Sydney.

The firm, which combines “intellect and creativity with a skilful, sensitive approach to design”, has garnered recognition for their design outcomes.

“We design considering culture, environment and the human condition to produce responsive and sustainable solutions. We use our experience, skills and knowledge to create designs that work for clients and the community”, the multi-disciplinary practice said.

Past projects include Queens Wh​arf in Brisbane, one of Australia's most ambitious cons​truction projects, and West Si​de Place in Melbourne.

“I wanted to create a strong legacy to leave behind, and I am extremely confident that I have done exactly that,” Cottee said.

Over 50 projects designed by the firm are currently listed on Urban. Below are four of our favourites that homebuyers can secure via Urban today.

1. Mirador, Chevron Island 
Developer: Citimark Properties

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A unique blend of built form and nature, Mirador has been designed by Cottee Parker as part of the coastal identity of Chevron Island.

The 71 luxury residences respond to ocean views while reinforcing a coastal through a refined material palette including its white façade, bronze metal features and natural stone elements.

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Two, three and four-bedroom apartments are generously sized with butlers’ pantries, island benches, wrap-around balconies and walk-in robes.

Extensive landscaping is also a key design feature, with cascading greenery softening the built form whilst providing a lush subtropical backdrop to the residential recreational spaces including the pool, gym, wellness and barbeque areas.

2. Seasons, Birtinya 
Developer: Cube Developments

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Cottee Parker has been engaged on a new residential project by Cube Developments that is certain to attract young property buyers.

Situated in the growing coastal suburb, Birtinya, Seasons is a trendy $102 million apartment development with almost 150 units in two, three and four-bedroom configurations.

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Architect Sandra Brown said an emphasis on aesthetics, generously sized apartments and a number of amenities was expected to impress young buyers.

“We have focused on a range of materials to achieve a sleek, urban feel [with] timber, aluminium, plenty of greenery, as well as getting a lot of the off-form concrete into the design,” she said.

3. Nature by Cube, Cotton Tree 
Developer: Cube Developments

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Nature, located in the small waterfront suburb of Cotton Tree, will deliver 12 luxury residences.

Designed by&nbsp;<a href="/architects/cottee-parker-architects">Cottee Parker</a>, the development sits high above the Maroochy River, surrounded by green parkland and ever-shifting tidal sand bars.

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“The brief that Cube gave us [was] we want the best the Sunshine Coast has ever seen”, Sandra Browne said.

The sculptural project features a glass façade and hosts a number of amenities, including a 25-metre lap pool, gym, steam room and spa, yoga lawn and sun lounging areas.

4. Lowanna Beach Resort, Buddina 
Developer: WOW Group

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Lowanna, an Aboriginal word that is often used to describe exquisite beauty, is the namesake of the newest development to hit Buddina.

Three buildings make up the new Lowanna Beach Resort offering, each presenting a different perspective of the surrounds, and connected by centralised resort facilities.

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All residents can enjoy the luxurious landscaped gardens, light-filled, tropical open communal areas and pool and barbeque facilities.

Residences boast generous floorplans, large balconies, plenty of storage and high-quality finishes.

“I wanted to create a strong legacy to leave behind, and I am extremely confident that I have done exactly that,” Cottee said. 

Cottee Parker Architects' four best Queensland projects currently selling on Urban

Grand Reve is the latest offering from Kassis Homes, set to transform Sydney&rsquo;s north-western suburb of Castle Hill.

Billed as the most prestigious development ever offered in the Hills area,&nbsp;Grand Reve is a&nbsp;collection of 196 contemporary apartments across two towers.

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Featuring studio, one, two and three-bedroom apartments, as well as split-level townhouse-style dwellings,&nbsp;Grand Reve has been designed by&nbsp;Turner Studio with a particular focus on outdoor spaces.

&quot;We&#39;re really urbanising the concept of the backyard and integrating that into an urban housing scheme that sits in a suburban context and, therefore, I think we&#39;re going to end up with a unique project and a unique product,&quot; Turner Studio design director&nbsp;Nick Turner&nbsp;said.

A landscaped podium garden, which connects the two towers, features&nbsp;seating pods, resident dining areas, and views across the Hills District.

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Altogether, the project will deliver residents three communal garden areas, totalling over 2,000sqm of open space.

Below the two towers is the project&rsquo;s brick base, which houses the&nbsp;open-air concierge, designed with&nbsp;weather-protected corridors and integrated gardens.

&ldquo;The brick base is a unifying form and is representative of the Sydney suburban vernacular&quot;, Turner Studio said. Designed to catch the light, the warm-coloured bricks have been laid to form ornate patterns across the lower levels.

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Light in colour, the towers themselves have been designed as sculptural elements, with soft, rounded corners and a feminine form to respond to the spaces within and the views beyond.

Interiors

Designed to suit a wide demographic, the project features a range of layouts, including studios, split-level townhouse-style dwellings, terrace apartments with generous outdoor spaces and penthouse sky-residences.

Each residence offers generously-sized&nbsp;floorplans, open-plan living and dining and&nbsp;2.7-metre high ceilings, while&nbsp;kitchens feature luxuriously-appointed Wolf&nbsp;gas appliances, engineered stone benchtops and brass fixtures.

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The combination of substantial forecasted population growth, an existing and expanding retail hub, and the newly established Metro line are all drawcards for buyers to make the move to Castle Hill.

Marketed by McGrath Projects, prices at Grand Reve begin from $560,000 for the 92sqm studio&nbsp;apartment. 
 
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The project boasts a curated collection of 196 contemporary residences and has been billed as the most prestigious development ever offered in the Hills area

Inside the Grand Reve, Castle Hill apartments

Setting a new benchmark for luxury in Kew East, Quattro Residences is offering discerning buyers the chance to purchase a home from an exclusive collection of uniquely composed residences.

As the name suggests, the development features just four three and four-bedroom residences.

Located on High Street, Quattro has been meticulously designed by Zeno Entity as distinctive homes that are grounded in a harmony between classical refinement and contemporary form.

Urban takes a look at five reasons why buyers&nbsp;are keen on the new development from Providence Properties.

1. Great location

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Set amongst the best offerings of Kew East, Quattro provides access to all the conveniences of everyday living.

From its vantage point near Balwyn Junction, the development is situated in close proximity to supermarkets, caf&eacute;s and restaurants, and great schools.

&ldquo;Whether commuting to the city during the week or escaping to the country on weekends, Quattro is ideally located&rdquo;, the project marketing reads.

2. Elegant architecture

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Designed by architects Zeno Entity, the four residences display a harmonious unity of form and function, curves and angles.

The fa&ccedil;ade features feminine curves and boasts a creamy palette with refined stone cladding.

Exteriors harmonise with the entire residence, with a central lobby foyer that welcomes residents and their guests into the four homes.

The development also features an oversized lift and secure private garages.

3. Landscaped gardens and terraces

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John Patrick Landscape Architects has expertly crafted each residence&rsquo;s outdoor area into a private sanctuary.

The generously assigned residences are surrounded by a lush landscape in one of the city&rsquo;s most convenient locations.

Landscaped gardens and terraces feature a mix of plants to ensure year-long beauty, with the exterior also styled to ensure the residence enhances the existing streetscape.

4. European-styled interiors

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Matching the fa&ccedil;ade, interiors boast a colour scheme warmed with timber, bronze, and natural stone.

&ldquo;Quattro&rsquo;s rich natural tones are a testament to its exceptional quality&rdquo;, the developers said.

Stunning pieces of hand-cut Patagonia stone feature in the European-styled kitchens, balanced with travertine and marble accents throughout.

Bronze accents on door handles and tapware help elevate the interiors, while floorplans also feature marble-tiled bathrooms, engineered oak herringbone flooring and an abundance of natural light.

5. Surrounded by nature

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Surrounded by parkland, Quattro offers an enviable lifestyle for a wide range of buyers.

The verdant streetscapes of Kew separate the residence from the hustle and bustle of the Melbourne CBD, offering a private and scenic lifestyle.

Kew is home to four premium golf courses, as well as the Yarra River, making residents of the picturesque suburb free to enjoy a range of recreational activities.

Harrison Reserve and Hays Paddock provide room for picnics, walks and relaxation, while the Yarra River and its famous Main Yarra Trail lie a few minutes to the north.

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As the name suggests, the development features just four three and four-bedroom residences in Melbourne's Kew East

Top 5 reasons why buyers are looking at the luxury Kew East apartments, Quattro

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/sunland-group">Sunland Group</a> has officially lodged plans for its first Gold Coast apartment project since the departure of the Abedian family from the company three years ago, unveiling a new high-rise proposal for a prominent Broadbeach corner site on Old Burleigh Road.

The application was submitted by an entity directed by Tom Jamieson, stepson of longtime Sunland leader Soheil Abedian, and Riaz Rezvanipour, brother-in-law of Sahba Abedian, Soheil’s son.

Sunland acquired the 1,283 sqm site on the corner of Old Burleigh Road and Armrick Avenue for $9.5 million late last year and is now seeking approval for a <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/99-101-old-burleigh-road-broadbeach-qld-4218">42-storey tower with 81 apartments</a>.

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Designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/contreras-earl-architecture">Contreras Earl Architecture</a>, the proposed tower at 99-101 Old Burleigh Road would deliver a predominantly larger-format apartment mix aimed at the owner-occupier market. Plans include 17 two-bedroom apartments, 55 three-bedroom apartments, and nine four-bedroom residences across 35 residential levels.

The development also incorporates three basement levels, four podium parking levels, two levels of communal recreation facilities, and rooftop plant and equipment. A total of 189 car spaces are proposed, significantly exceeding the 90 spaces required under the planning scheme.

The architecture adopts a sculpted, curvilinear form, with deep wraparound balconies and integrated landscaping intended to soften the tower’s vertical expression. The planning report states the building’s “slender footprint/form provides a complimentary yet varied built form within the local streetscape” and contributes to “a varied, yet ordered skyline.”

Contreras Earl noted in its Architectural Statement that from the early stages, the project addressed a fundamental challenge: how to accommodate the required residential yield while avoiding the conventional model of a tower sitting on a rigid, fully resolved parking podium.

“The most direct response would have been to consolidate parking into a singular, flat podium and extrude a repetitive tower above,” the statement said. “While efficient, this approach would result in a consolidated built form with limited engagement with the surrounding landscape and public realm.”

Instead, the conventional podium model was “deliberately rejected”. The architects described the base of the building as “a landscaped architectural condition where structure, planting and circulation are integrated”.

“Rather than presenting a continuous built mass, the base of the building is articulated through a series of concrete planter elements that organise the podium into a fragmented system,” the statement said. “This approach reduces the perceived bulk of the lower levels while establishing a more permeable interface with the streetscape and adjacent open space.”

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The site sits within the High Density Residential Zone and inside the City of Gold Coast’s unrestricted “HX” building height area, where the planning framework anticipates intensified residential development tied to the expanding light rail corridor. The planning report notes the area is undergoing “transition toward more intense development forms” given its proximity to Broadbeach, Surfers Paradise, and high-frequency public transport infrastructure.

Positioned directly opposite Broadbeach Park and within walking distance of Florida Gardens light rail station, the development would sit among a rapidly evolving stretch of Old Burleigh Road that has become one of the Gold Coast’s most active apartment development corridors.

The application joins a growing pipeline of luxury residential projects reshaping Broadbeach, including nearby developments by 5Point Projects, Polycell, and Graya.

The planning report argues the project contributes toward the Gold Coast’s long-term housing targets under the South East Queensland Regional Plan, which forecasts the need for more than 100,000 additional high-rise dwellings across the city by 2046.

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The Abedian family departed Sunland Group in late 2023, ending a four-decade association with the company, and subsequently established the private development firm Abedian &amp; Co. The group is currently delivering <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/greenmount-residences-cnr-hill-street-and-marine-parade-coolangatta-qld-4225">Greenmount Residences</a> at Rainbow Bay and recently launched <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/18-mary-avenue-14-18-mary-avenue-broadbeach-qld-4218">18 Mary Avenue</a> in Broadbeach.
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Joel Robinson

First look: Sunland Group returns to Broadbeach new apartment market with new Old Burleigh Road tower plans

The Minns Labor Government has established the new Bays West Delivery Authority to lead the development&nbsp;of the Bays West Precinct and Blackwattle Bay Precinct.&nbsp;

The Authority is charged with creating Sydney’s newest precinct, a thriving, connected, sustainable hub with White Bay Power Station as its cultural heart. Its vision is to build on the area’s natural, cultural and industrial history to shape a vibrant new neighbourhood.

The precinct will deliver up to 8,500 well-located homes, including a minimum of 10 per cent affordable and essential worker homes. Combine new housing with public open space, opening public access to the waterfront for the first time in more than 100 years, while retaining important deep-water facilities to support Sydney’s working harbour.

Located just minutes from the Sydney CBD and connected to a world-class metro, ferry, walking and cycling links, the Bays West precinct will rebalance housing growth towards well-serviced inner-city locations and help tackle the state’s housing crisis.

The Bays West Delivery Authority,&nbsp;an agency of the Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure, will report to the NSW Minister for Lands and Property who already has oversight of major precinct renewal projects including at Blackwattle Bay and Barangaroo.

As part of the broader Bays West transformation, the Minns Government recently announced that a proposal from Lendlease to redevelop part of the Bays West Precinct has progressed to Stage 2 of the NSW Government’s unsolicited proposals process.

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The Minns Labor Government has also confirmed the Bays West precinct will have a new suburb name. This will be the first major suburb built in close proximity to Sydney’s CBD in decades and will encompass the area currently being referred to as Bays West, including Glebe Island and the White Bay Power Station. Served by a new Metro station just five minutes from the CBD, it will become one of the most populous suburbs in the Inner West and one of Sydney’s premier cultural destinations.

An early works program is taking shape, which&nbsp;includes the first stages of an international design competition.&nbsp;

The aim of the Bays West&nbsp;International&nbsp;Design Competition is to&nbsp;ensure design excellence is embedded in the project from the start. The competition will deliver an&nbsp;urban framework that defines the character, ambition and long-term identity of&nbsp;this&nbsp;former industrial precinct as it transitions to a vibrant, inclusive and sustainable residential&nbsp;neighbourhood.

The competition will be led by the Bays West Delivery Authority in partnership with Government Architect NSW.&nbsp;

It will launch with an invitation for a global Expressions of Interest, before moving to an invitation-only stage that will be assessed by a panel that&nbsp;will provide advice to Cabinet who will select a winner.

Premier of NSW, Chris Minns said the establishment of the new Authority is the first step in transforming the Bays West precinct into a vibrant, livable suburb minutes from the Sydney CBD and two stops from Hunter St Station on the Metro West line.

“The Authority will deliver well-located homes close to the heart of the city and integrate the new precinct with Blackwattle Bay and the new Sydney Fish Market.

“This is a generational opportunity to build a new suburb on the city’s edge and open the harbour foreshore to the public for the first time in a century.”&nbsp;

Minister for Lands and Property Steve Kamper said the new Bays West Delivery Authority established by the Minns Government will turbocharge the development of Sydney’s newest suburb.

“The Authority is working at a record pace to deliver an international design competition, planning pathways and a financial model so that this development benefits Sydney with well-designed homes in a central location, close to public transport, jobs, entertainment and essential services.

“If we want Sydney to stay liveable and affordable, we need to be bold about using underutilised government-owned land to deliver homes for the future while making sure essential working harbour functions can be accommodated.”

Bays West Delivery Authority established to "turbocharge" Sydney’s newest suburb

Around 400 additional homes could be built at Southwark Grounds on Port Road, lifting total site capacity from 1300 to around 1700 dwellings.

A recently approved code amendment would allow apartment towers of up to 14 storeys in some areas of Renewal SA’s redevelopment of the former West End Brewery.

Renewal SA Acting Chief Executive Shane Wingard said he welcomed the code amendment, with the increase in heights and homes making a positive impact on the supply of high-quality, well-connected housing close to the city.

“By going higher across some parts of Southwark Grounds, we are adding a substantial number of very well-located homes with little impact on project delivery time or planned open space,” Mr Wingard said.

Since the project officially launched in 2025, Mr Wingard said more than 12,000 enquiries had been received about living at Southwark Grounds.

“The very strong early interest we’ve seen since homes were first released in the precinct reinforces our plans to create more housing opportunities,” he said.

The Southwark Grounds code amendment was launched in December last year, with community engagement undertaken over five weeks from January.

It proposed increasing maximum building heights from eight to 14 storeys on the eastern section of Southwark Grounds, and to 12 storeys across the remainder of the site, with minimum building heights ranging from two to four storeys.

The code amendment was implemented through an Early Commencement policy in late January, allowing developers to quickly explore the viability of increased height and housing yield while other planning processes continue.

One of the first developers delivering apartment sites have already finalised redesigns to increase the number of apartments following the code amendment.

Samaras’ development adjacent to the future Colonel Light Park is now planning to deliver 125 apartments across 11 storeys, significantly greater than original plans of around 50 apartments across four storeys.

The developer is also exploring the potential for additional affordable housing outcomes.

Most of the apartments at Southwark Grounds will be delivered within a master-planned precinct on a large parcel of land on the eastern portion of the site, covering around two-thirds of its 8.4 hectares.

Wingard said detailed precinct planning over the coming months may identify further opportunities to increase yield further that could see total apartment numbers at Southwark Grounds, exceed this number.

Affordable homes at Southwark Grounds will also see a net increase, with Renewal SA maintaining its commitment to a minimum of 20 per cent affordable housing across the development.

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Civil works have begun across the site, with construction under way on the first new roads surrounding a townhouse precinct in the south‑west corner of Southwark Grounds. This includes Renewal SA’s 17 Founder’s Row homes, which are on track for completion by Christmas.

“We expect to have people living at Southwark Grounds by the end of the year, so delivering roads and public spaces for those residents is among our highest priorities.”

Construction of 40 townhouses off Anderson Street, known as West Village and being delivered by Contour, is forecast to begin in mid‑2026. Kolabb’s Anderson Lane development will follow shortly after, delivering a further 26 townhouses.

Southwark Grounds is a state government‑led urban renewal project now set to deliver around 1,700 homes over the next decade.

Homes will be supported by a supermarket, a range of retail and hospitality offerings anchored by a revitalised Walkerville Brew Tower, a childcare centre, car parking and well‑connected public spaces.

400 new homes planned for Adelaide's former West End Brewery site

Brisbane developer&nbsp;<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/cavcorp">Cavcorp</a> has lodged plans for a new mixed-use residential development at <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/55-wyandra-street-teneriffe-qld-4005">55 Wyandra Street</a>, Teneriffe, anchored by an 85-metre public laneway designed to reconnect the suburb’s riverfront with the Gasworks precinct.

The buildings, known as Teneriffe House and Teneriffe Lane, would replace the existing Queensland Cotton head office site with a 15-storey residential tower transitioning to eight storeys toward Helen Street. The project has been designed by Plazibat Architects and lodged as a code assessable development application for 93 apartments across a 3,401 sqm mixed-use site within the Newstead and Teneriffe Waterfront neighbourhood plan.

Central to the scheme is the transformation of an existing service easement into a publicly accessible cross-block connection linking Wyandra and Helen Streets. Cavcorp says the new laneway will act as both a pedestrian shortcut and a landscaped civic space between the Teneriffe Riverwalk, ferry terminal, and Gasworks precinct.

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“The revised proposal delivers a legacy public-realm cross-block link, permanently secured for community use, transforming an existing private easement into a safe, high-quality pedestrian connection between the Teneriffe heritage riverwalk and the Gasworks–Long Island precinct,” the planning report states.

The laneway will sit beneath a large subtropical loggia integrated into the podium levels of the development. The design incorporates deep landscaping, water gardens, lobby spaces, business lounges, and ground-floor apartments to create what Cavcorp describes as a climate-responsive “urban verandah.”

The tower itself has been designed as a slender form with recessed floorplates and curved translucent corners inspired by contemporary Japanese architecture. The building height aligns with the Commercial Road precinct controls, which permit towers up to 15 storeys within proximity to Longland Street.

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The project will comprise a mix of larger-format apartments aimed at owner-occupiers, downsizers, and families. The proposed apartment mix includes 11 loggia apartments across the lower levels, 50 four-bedroom Sky-Terrace apartments from levels three to seven, and 32 Sky-Pool Homes occupying the upper tower levels. The Sky-Pool Homes will feature private thermal plunge pools integrated into oversized balconies.

According to the application, the apartments are intended to reinterpret the scale and character of Teneriffe’s woolstore conversions and Queensland homes within a vertical residential format.

“The sky-pool homes build on Cavcorp’s previous projects and introduce a distinct apartment typology to Teneriffe, informed by both local and international precedent and responding to an identified market demand for enhanced safety, space and amenity,” the planning submission notes.

A major focus of the proposal is its five-level wellness and lifestyle offering, extending from the basement through to the rooftop.

Amenities proposed include a rooftop Swim &amp; Racquet Club with a 25-metre Olympic lap pool and tennis court, coworking spaces and libraries, golf simulators, wine storage, concierge facilities, business lounges, pet wash areas, and rooftop longevity-focused wellness spaces with spas, outdoor fitness zones, and landscaped terraces.

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All parking will be concealed within basement levels accessed from Wyandra and Helen Streets. Cavcorp says the deep-basement engineering approach allows the entire ground plane to prioritise landscaping, pedestrian movement, and active frontage rather than vehicle infrastructure.

The development continues Cavcorp’s concentration in Newstead and Teneriffe, where the Brisbane developer has delivered a number of apartment projects including Lucent, Le Bain, and Luminare, as well as the Long Island Wellness Precinct nearby. Several of those projects have received national design and architecture awards, including recognition under Brisbane’s “Buildings that Breathe” program.

Cavcorp unveils wellness-focused Teneriffe House and Teneriffe Lane apartment buildings

Focus Group Investments has lodged plans for a new apartment development at <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/64-70-hanover-street-fitzroy-vic-3065">64–70 Hanover Street</a> in Fitzroy, seeking to utilise the Victorian Government’s recently introduced Great Design Fast Track pathway to accelerate approvals for the project.

The proposal is among the latest developments to emerge through the state-led initiative, which was established to fast-track well-designed residential projects in activity centres and transport-connected inner-city locations. The pathway allows qualifying developments that meet elevated design and housing benchmarks to bypass traditional council planning timeframes and instead be assessed directly by the Department of Transport and Planning.

Designed by SJB, the development will comprise a mix of apartments above activated lower levels, with a strong focus on architectural articulation, landscaping, and communal amenity. The design response seeks to balance the industrial character of Richmond’s former warehouse precincts with a more contemporary residential form.

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Proposed are 63 new dwellings, a wide ranging mix of studio, one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments, and townhouses and duplexes. They will be spread across a part-three, part-eight storey building.

The Planning and Urban Context Report by Tract says the development is of an "exemplary architectural standard" and has been carefully crafted by SJB Architects.

"Dwellings&nbsp;will benefit from excellent access to natural light, cross-ventilation opportunities and extensive communal space," the report noted.

The architectural material highlights the project’s integration of landscaped elements and communal spaces throughout the building. The proposal also incorporates sustainability initiatives aligned with the Victorian Government’s push for higher-performing apartment developments under the fast-track program.

The Great Design Fast Track was unveiled by the Victorian Government in 2024 as part of a broader housing supply strategy aimed at accelerating the delivery of new homes. Projects assessed through the pathway must demonstrate high-quality architecture, sustainability outcomes, and housing diversity while being located close to public transport and existing infrastructure.

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Focus Group, founder and led by Paul De Lutiis, is increasingly active across Melbourne’s inner suburbs, targeting well-connected urban renewal locations suited to medium and higher-density residential development. The Fitzroy proposal continues that strategy, leveraging the area’s strong transport links, established retail amenity, and proximity to the CBD.

Fitzroy has been one of the most popular spots for developers and buyers in recent years. The likes of PACE Development Group, SMA Projects, Crema Group and Chapter Group, currently selling projects in the suburb.

Max Kwok

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