Chevron Island's street party, It’s ON ChevrON, is back for its latest installment.

The annual street celebration is set to take place on Sunday, 28th July 2024, on the main street of Thomas Drive.

The event is presented by Division 10 Councillor Darren Taylor – City of Gold Coast, in partnership with <a href="/new-apartments/chevron-one-36-46-stanhill-drive-chevron-island">Chevron One Residences</a>, and hosted by the Chevron Island Business &amp; Residents Association.

The street party will feature live and free entertainment from 12 noon until 4pm.

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Chevron Island, located between Surfers Paradise and the Home of the Arts (HOTA), is known for its cultural diversity, offering a range of restaurants, lifestyle, and residential opportunities.&nbsp;

The island broke headlines in 2017 when Melbourne-based developer <a href="/developers/bensons-property-group">Bensons Property</a> announced it was going to develop Chevron One, a 41-level tower on Stanhill Drive.

Chevron One will be the only skyscraper on the island due to changes in planning laws following its approval.&nbsp;

Upon completion in late-2025, Chevron One's 41 levels will home 229 one, two and three-bedroom apartments and nearly 2000 sqm of resort-style amenities.&nbsp;

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The development has attracted both locals and interstate buyers, drawn by the island’s proximity to Surfers Paradise just over the bridge, but also the fact it's just outside of the hustle and bustle Surfers brings.

Thomas Drive on Chevron Island features famous local cafés, bars, al fresco dining and a diverse range of restaurants across multiple cuisines.&nbsp;

The nearby Surfers Paradise Boulevard and Cavill Avenue also host a lively retail and dining precinct that leads to the Surfer Paradise Esplanade and the beachfront.

The <a href="/architects/marchese-partners">Marchese Partners</a>-designed Chevron One is currently under construction by <a href="/builders/icon">ICON</a>.

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The street party will feature live and free entertainment from 12 noon until 4 pm on July 28

mikah.m@urban.com.au

Chevron One partners for 'It’s ON ChevrON' street party

<a href="/developers/giancorp-property-group">Giancorp</a>'s Penny Lane apartment development in <a href="/developments/moonee-ponds-vic-3039">Moonee Ponds</a> is now ready for residents to move in, with only a five per cent deposit required on selected apartments.

Designed by <a href="/architects/clarke-hopkins-clarke-0">Clarke Hopkins Clarke Architects</a>, <a href="/buildings/penny-lane-moonee-ponds-6-14-young-street-moonee-ponds">Penny Lane</a> comprises a total of 109 completed apartments, each offering generous balconies or terraces.&nbsp;

A five per cent deposit offer on the remaining apartments, which start at just under $700,000, is around $35,000.

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The apartments have kitchens at the heart of the home, equipped with Miele appliances and stone benchtops, with options for light or dark colour schemes.

Bedrooms include built-in robes, while the bathrooms maintain a neutral colour palette for a contemporary yet timeless look.

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Residents have access to several amenities, including a level three podium garden with a full-line gymnasium, private lounge, designer kitchen, and dining rooms for social gatherings.

A level nine terrace offers expansive views and landscaped spaces.&nbsp;

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Moonee Ponds features Melbourne's newest cinema complex with a luxury rooftop cinema, Platinum lounge, and various cafes and casual dining options.

Penny Lane is located near Moonee Valley Racecourse, home of the Cox Plate, and is a short distance from Queen's Park, Moonee Valley's oldest park, which includes a lake, a pool, a cottage café, and extensive garden spaces.

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Five per cent deposit offer at Moonee Ponds apartment development, Penny Lane

Integrated property fund and developer, Princeton Financial Services, identified Rockdale as a suburb where they wanted to put their signature stamp on.

They've recently launched <a href="/new-apartments/marque-rockdale-602-608-princes-highway-rockdale">Marque Rockdale</a>, 58 one, two, and three-bedroom designer apartments that are ideally located to take advantage of living on the coastal peninsula.

Marque, to be built by 3.5-star iCIRT-rated builder Coplex, will feature a handful of SOHO apartments (Small Office Home Office), a hybrid apartment/work space that will bring a vibrant atmosphere to the street level.

Marque will also be the first development in the area with Resilience Latent Defects Insurance, the first defect insurance in Australia that covers the cost of structural defects for 10 years post-completion of the building.

Read more:&nbsp;<a href="/news/what-is-latent-defects-insurance-and-is-it-bringing-confidence-to-the-off-the-plan-apartment-market">What is Latent Defects Insurance and is it bringing confidence to the off the plan apartment market?</a>

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Each apartment features a suite of beautiful materials, stylish contemporary appointments, and a neutral-hued colour palette combined to create inviting modern interiors that exude warmth and enduring appeal.

Expansive glass walls greet residents upon entry into their homes, allowing natural light to illuminate the generously sized, high-ceiling interconnected kitchen, living, and dining areas

Engineered timber floors add a touch of warmth to every room, complemented by LED downlights that contribute to a stylish ambience.

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The kitchen is designed to be a focal point for social gatherings, equipped with quality appliances and adorned with Caesarstone benchtops and splashbacks.&nbsp;

Ensuite bathrooms embrace chic minimalism, featuring terra-white floor and wall tiles, brushed nickel tapware, stone vanities, and LED-lit mirrors. Select apartments offer the luxury of a bathtub.

Residents can choose between lighter or darker colour schemes to personalise their Marque Rockdale homes.&nbsp;

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The crowning feature of the seven-level building is a communal rooftop herb garden with over 100 sqm of break-out space, accompanied by a barbecue area, a children's play zone, a pergola-shaded dining area, and integrated seating for residents to unwind, read a book, and enjoy the surroundings.

Marque is located just 200 metres from Rockdale Plaza, 500 metres from Rockdale Station, and under one kilometre from Brighton Le-Sands beach.

Ray White Projects Western Sydney Managing Director, Mark Bernberg, says Marque offers everything an owner-occupier could need.

"Suburbs that are one step in from the beach, like a Rockdale or a Randwick, are becoming more and more popular as both affordability and amenity take buyers away from the beach," Bernberg says.

"Future residents of Marque will get to take advantage of all of the benefits of peninsula living but without the pricetag.&nbsp;

"Rockdale is somewhere that is well serviced by shops, cafes and restaurants, and is well connected to Sydney's train network, while also being a short walk from the water and the bay."

<h2>Who is Princeton?</h2>

<a href="/developers/princeton">Princeton</a> started life as a commercial debt funder before moving into residential development a few years ago.

They acquired development sites across a wide range of Sydney metro suburbs, from Campbell Parade on the dress circle&nbsp;<a href="https://eurangibondibeach.com.au/">Bondi Beach</a>&nbsp;to a warehouse in Balmain that will be one of the last warehouse conversions in the Balmain village.

Led by co-founders George Gadallah and Craig Anderson, Princeton intends to deliver a standard of development that is well above that of its peers in its respective market.

"We're taking the same level of finish from our $20 million Bondi Beach penthouse to areas that haven't had that level of quality before," Gadallah said.

"We engage some of the country's best architects and interior designers, creating bespoke buildings in areas they've never really designed anything in before. This is the unique offering we want to take to different suburbs across Sydney."

Read more:&nbsp;<a href="/news/nsw/princetons-decade-long-evolution-from-commercial-fund-to-luxury-off-the-plan-apartment-developer">Princeton's decade-long evolution from commercial fund to luxury off the plan apartment developer</a>

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Ray White Projects Western Sydney Managing Director, Mark Bernberg, says Marque offers everything an owner-occupier could need

Princeton launch Rockdale's newest apartment development, Marque Rockdale

<a>Brunswick Established</a>, the latest project by Melbourne-based property developer Beulah and architects Six Degrees, has quickly established itself as one of the most groundbreaking concepts in property design with its commitment to the well-being of people and planet.&nbsp;

Set within one of Melbourne’s most desirable neighbourhoods, <a href="/new-townhouses/brunswick-established-23-hodgson-st-brunswick-vic-3056">Brunswick Established</a> is a limited collection of 23 sustainable heritage townhomes, and the first heritage townhome community for circular living in <a href="/developments/brunswick-vic-3056">Brunswick</a>.&nbsp;

Located at 23 Hodgson Street, the project represents Six Degrees's environmentally progressive and highly considered design process, drawing inspiration from the site’s history, while employing new design principles to place sustainability and wellbeing at the forefront.&nbsp;

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<a href="/architects/six-degrees-architects">Six Degrees</a> Director Peter Malatt was initially drawn to the brickwork, not just for its practicality and tactility but its ability to convey the site’s rich history.&nbsp;

“The buildings are inspired by the work of Robin Boyd in the 1960s, using simple materials such as recycled brick, white painted brick and metal," Malatt said.

"We were also interested in London Mews, two-storey buildings which once housed carriages and horses and now form a lively community of housing.&nbsp;The decision to reuse the bricks and timber from the site is not only an aesthetic choice but has a deeper meaning, a resourcefulness that carries memory and the character of history.”&nbsp;

Up to 80 per cent of the original brick heritage building facade will remain, with the new townhomes designed to sit behind this existing facade. The design will also seek to reuse original timber from the warehouse ceiling to create bold features that tell a story.&nbsp;

Brunswick Established is also crafted to enable residents to live sustainably and responsibly once the project is complete - providing them with the opportunity to reuse, recycle and reduce waste and carbon emissions. Onsite solar panels will produce renewable energy, the homes are all electric and will have rainwater tanks for collection and reuse of water and productive food garden options.

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Malatt said the team aims to create a best practice outcome for sustainability, with a target of 7-star average energy rating.&nbsp;

“We have an industry-wide responsibility to reduce energy and materials used in construction, which is one of the largest carbon users and contributors to landfill waste. It is essential to reduce, reuse and avoid the creation of waste as much as possible.”&nbsp;

In addition to being a site rich in heritage, Brunswick Established has also been designed to be ‘future-proofed’ and ‘multi-generational’.&nbsp;

Six Degrees Associate Architect Amy Hall said the&nbsp;approach is to celebrate the heritage qualities of the site to make sure they are protected into the future.

"The homes are built to last and are suitable for a range of different lifestyles and families via adaptable and flexible floorplans. There are a variety of options to turn parts of the homes into an office, a studio, a playroom, a gym and more."

Responsible for both the architecture and interior design, Six Degrees’ holistic approach enabled the team to ensure an intrinsic link between the design outcomes; a seamless, harmonious flow from the outside to within, continuing the reuse and recycling of materials, with natural timber finishes used to warm the interiors.&nbsp;

“There is an industrial robustness in our material choices such as a welcoming brick paved entry sitting alongside a keenness for mid-century craft in joinery elements with highlights of reeded glass and metal,” said Amy.&nbsp;

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Select townhomes will feature the existing beautiful heritage sawtooth ceiling, creating an impressive entrance at approximately six metres high, with skylights providing a warm, sun-drenched space; each generously planned with attention to detail across design and functionality. Residents will experience improved health benefits via improved indoor air quality through natural materials, timber flooring, wool mix carpets, low VOC finishes, and recycled bricks, which also contribute to environmental benefits.&nbsp;

“Attention to detail and functionality is at the centre of the floorplan design," Hall added.

"Key considerations include ensuring open-plan layouts to facilitate effective cross ventilation, optimising access to natural light and nurturing ample connections to outdoor green spaces. These considerations were all aimed at supporting better well-being."

Inspired by traditional London Mews, Six Degrees sees this project becoming home to a vibrant authentic Brunswick community that provides strong social benefits for residents. The laneway will be a safe place for kids to play and for neighbours to interact, while courtyards and rooftops will allow for private rest and relaxation.&nbsp;

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“The homes will be spacious, comfortable, low maintenance and cost-effective to run. Plus, residents will be close to beautiful parks and easily accessible public transport as well as cafes, bars and shops, all within walking distance.&nbsp;The history and theme of this site ultimately is adaptation, from a brickworks to a textile factory, to an importer of Mediterranean goods; Brunswick Established is the next layer of site history,” Hall said.&nbsp;

Adelene Teh, <a href="/developers/beulah">Beulah</a> Executive Director, said Six Degrees has an innate ability to truly embrace each site and this is evident in their approach to Brunswick Established, having surveyed the neighbourhood, explored the history of the site and produced a distinct yet very naturally aligned addition to the streetscape.

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Inspired by traditional London Mews, Six Degrees sees this project becoming home to a vibrant authentic Brunswick community that provides strong social benefits for residents

Six Degrees and Beulah lead the way for next era of sustainable homes and design

Coronation Property has topped out the second stage of its $700 million master-planned precinct, <a href="/buildings/mason-main-merrylands-245-merrylands-road-merrylands-nsw-2160">Mason &amp; Main</a>&nbsp;in <a href="/developments/merrylands-nsw-2160">Merrylands</a>.

The celebration was marked with an event attended by <a href="/developers/coronation-property">Coronation Property</a>'s owner Joe Nahas, contract partners, suppliers, and executive staff.

Nahas said the topping out of Mason &amp; Main Stage Two is a major milestone for the project, following the recent opening of Stage One earlier this year.&nbsp;&nbsp;

“The topping out of Mason &amp; Main Stage Two signifies our commitment to working on-the-ground increasing the supply of quality, new homes in Sydney.

“We’re proud to be providing a premium lifestyle destination for the residents of Western Sydney – places that people are truly proud of living in.”&nbsp;&nbsp;

Read more:&nbsp;<a href="/news/nsw/inside-mason-main-merrylands-urbans-display-apartment-tour-of-coronations-latest-placemaking-project">Inside Mason &amp; Main Merrylands: Urban's display apartment tour of Coronation's latest placemaking project</a>

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David Borger, Executive Director of Business Western Sydney, said this was an important development for the people in Sydney's vibrant Western suburbs.&nbsp;

“Mason &amp; Main is a fantastic example of what can be achieved for the people of Western Sydney," Borger said.

"This development is providing residents the opportunity to live in a well-connected area that’s close to their social networks and workplaces, while enjoying the kind of quality product that’s usually reserved for inner city suburbs."

Mason &amp; Main Stage Two consists of 415 build-to-sell apartments across two buildings, offering studio, one, two, and three-bedroom configurations.&nbsp;

The project, designed by <a href="/architects/woods-bagot">Woods Bagot</a> and 360 Degrees Landscape Architects, will include amenities such as a swimming pool, gymnasium, and outdoor dining facilities.

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Upon completion, Stage Two will complement Stage One, which features 434 build-to-rent apartments, the largest such development in New South Wales.&nbsp;

The precinct will also feature a 9,000 sqm dining and retail area known as 'Eat Street,' comprising over 25 retail occupants including Macelleria, Yuzu Dining, One Playground gym, Hilltop Childcare Centre, and various beauty and health services.

Read more:&nbsp;<a href="/news/nsw/coronation-welcomes-new-eat-street-tenants-to-mason-main-in-merrylands">Coronation welcomes new Eat Street tenants to Mason &amp; Main in Merrylands</a>

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Mason & Main Stage Two consists of 415 build-to-sell apartments across two buildings, offering studio, one, two, and three-bedroom configurations

Coronation tops out Mason & Main, Merrylands second stage

When it comes to buyers looking at apartments in new developments in Melbourne and its surrounding suburbs, the level of amenities on offer can often be the deciding factor for a buyer.

Amenity has been a huge focus in the last five years, particularly since the onset of COVID which saw a significant amount of people work from home. That trend may never go away, and that's seen most developers incorporate co-working spaces as part of the amenity of the building. Pre-COVID, this type of amenity didn't exist.

But developers on this list didn't stop there when it came to creating a point of difference in their building. From cinemas and rooftop dining areas to running tracks and wellness centres, we've wrapped up the best apartment developments around Melbourne with a significant list of amenities.

<h2>Project: R.Iconic, South Melbourne</h2>

<h3>Address: 259 Normanby Road, South Melbourne VIC 3205</h3>

<h3>Developer: R.Corporation</h3>

<a href="/developers/rcorporation">R. Corporation</a>'s latest apartment development, <a href="/buildings/r-iconic-south-melbourne-259-normanby-road-south-melbourne">R.Iconic</a>, is one of the most amenity-fuelled developments ever produced in South Melbourne.

The recently completed first building at 259 Normanby Road features all the bells and whistles of a resort-style hotel.

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Set among landscaped gardens designed by the renowned <a href="/landscape-architect/paul-bangay-garden-design">Paul Bagnay</a>, R.Iconic features an expansive backyard featuring one acre of space.&nbsp;

The rooftop is where most of the action is. There's a heated outdoor pool, an infinity running track, an outdoor gym, a tranquil zen garden, and an adventure playground for children. Also featuring on the roof are two dining pavilions, two barbecue spaces and a firepit area.

There's another indoor gym that includes a steam room and a sauna, while a cinema and karaoke room, a&nbsp;24/7 concierge, dog grooming station, and EV charging stations and bicycle storage make up the rest of the amenity.

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Penthouse and townhouse owners in R.Iconic also get exclusive access to the Horizon Lounge, a sky-high private level with Bayside views, lounge areas for entertaining, a kitchen and dining space, and a mezzanine meeting area.

<h2>Project: BLVD at Melbourne Square</h2>

<h3>Address: 19 Hoff Boulevard, Southbank VIC 3006</h3>

<h3>Developer: OSK Property</h3>

OSK Property's&nbsp;<a href="/new-apartments/blvd-at-melbourne-square-19-hoff-boulevard-southbank">BLVD</a> is another building in the multi-billion dollar Melbourne Square precinct in&nbsp;<a href="/developments/southbank-vic-3006">Southbank</a> that will deliver a significant amount of building amenity.

The 602 residences receive access to private dining rooms, state-of-the-art gyms, a 25-metre indoor swimming pool, spa, sauna, golf simulator, entertainment and lounge spaces, and a double-storey co-working area on levels 55 and 56.&nbsp;

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Beyond its architectural grandeur designed by <a href="/architects/cox-architecture">Cox Architecture</a>, BLVD embodies a commitment to sustainability and well-being, &nbsp;featuring carbon-neutral operation-enabled residences, gas-free design, and EV charging stations.&nbsp;

<a href="/builders/multiplex">Multiplex</a> has recently broken ground on BLVD and commenced construction of the 74-level tower. They're expecting to complete the building in Q1 2028.

<h2>Project: Trielle at Yarra's Edge, Docklands</h2>

<h3>Address: 16 Point Park Crescent, Docklands VIC 3008</h3>

<h3>Developer: Mirvac</h3>

<a href="/developers/mirvac">Mirvac</a>'s Trielle at Yarra's Edge is one of the most highly coveted and exclusive residential towers in Mirvac's $1.2 billion masterplan on the <a href="/developments/docklands-vic-3008">Docklands</a> waterfront.

<a href="/new-apartments/trielle-at-yarras-edge-docklands-16-point-park-crescent-docklands">Trielle</a> is one of Mirvac's most amenity-filled projects they've ever developed. It has everything a buyer could want

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A full wellness centre has been designed by Australia’s leading spa expert Naomi Gregory, complete with a 25-metre lap pool and spa, biophilic gym, magnesium spa, cold-pail contrast treatment and day spa treatment rooms.

There's flexi-working spaces, of course, with a resident library complete with business-class work pods as well as dedicated office spaces dubbed Mills Place.

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Relaxation and entertainment amenity has not been overlooked with a piano bar, resident dining room, cinema room, games room, golf simulator studio and a teppanyaki barbecue with adjoining outdoor dining.

Trielle also embraces sustainability with its fully electric building and EV charging stations.

Trielle is slated for completion in mid-2027.

<h2>Project: Highett Common</h2>

<h3>Address: 37 Graham Road, Highett VIC 3190</h3>

<h3>Developer: Sunkin Property Group</h3>

<a href="/developers/sunkin-property-group">Sunkin</a>&nbsp;Property Group's&nbsp;<a href="/new-apartments/highett-common-37-graham-road-highett-vic-3190">Highett Common</a>, a masterplan in the heart of <a href="/developments/highett-vic-3190">Highett</a>, will home more than 1,000 residents across a 9.3-hectare site when it's completed.

The first release, Park House, already 70 per cent sold, offers one, two, and three-bedroom residences designed by <a href="/architects/clarke-hopkins-clarke-0">Clarke Hopkins Clarke Architects</a> and <a href="/landscape-architect/tract-landscape-architects">Tract Landscape Architects</a> to harmonise with the surrounding environment.

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The state-of-the-art amenities include gyms and wellness areas, swimming pools and sun-drenched decks, providing residents with a resort-like living experience.

Meanwhile, residents can host celebrations with family and friends in a private dining room and expansive indoor and outdoor lounge areas.&nbsp;

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The development also incorporates dedicated spaces for work and study, workshops, and community meetings at the new public Highett Library.

<a href="/builders/sk-construction">SK Construction</a> has commenced construction of Highett Common’s $70 million stage 1 construction program, completed by late 2025.

<h2>Project: Louise Melbourne</h2>

<h3>Address: 8 Louise Street, Melbourne VIC 3004</h3>

<h3>Developer: Samuel Property</h3>

<a href="/developers/samuel-property">Samuel Property</a>'s Louise Melbourne, just off St Kilda Road, is another building brining premium amenity to its residents.

Designed by <a href="/architects/cera-stribley-architects">Cera Stribley</a>, <a href="/new-apartments/louise-melbourne-8-louise-street-melbourne">Louise</a> will feature 88 one, two, three and four-bedroom apartments with amenity like a&nbsp;a swimming pool, cleverly positioned beneath a distinctive skylight, forming the focal point of a wellness centre with a steam room.&nbsp;

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A landscaped outdoor terrace wraps around communal areas, complemented by a bookable private dining room with a full kitchen and a private lounge area.

The 16-level development is currently under construction by the renowned builder <a href="/builders/hamilton-marino">Hamilton Marino</a>&nbsp;who is working toward a&nbsp;2025 completion.

<h2>Project: Malvern Collective</h2>

<h3>Address: 2 Station Place, Malvern VIC 3144</h3>

<h3>Developer: Kokoda Property</h3>

Melbourne developer <a href="/developers/kokoda-property">Kokoda Property</a> has created an even more convenient neighbourhood than the 15-minute neighbourhood at their new zero-minute mixed-used precinct, <a href="/new-apartments/malvern-collective-2-station-place-malvern">Malvern Collective</a>.

Malvern Collective comprises 205 one to three-bedroom apartments above a soon-to-be-thriving hospitality precinct, offering future residents every convenience at their doorstep, including a Woolworths Metro, six hospitality venues, and a straightforward commute to the city.

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Residents of Malvern Collective will also enjoy exclusive amenities within the project, such as a co-working space, a cinema, a swimming pool, a wellness centre with hot and cold plunge pools, and a private dining area.

Construction on Malvern Collective is well underway, with completion slated for late 2024.

<h2>Project: The Eighth, South Melbourne</h2>

<h3>Address: 22 Kings Place, South Melbourne VIC 3205</h3>

<h3>Developer: Projects by Crema</h3>

<a href="/developments/south-melbourne-vic-3205">South Melbourne</a>'s recently completed <a>The Eighth</a> by <a href="/developers/crema-group">Projects by Crema</a> offers some of the largest apartments on offer in the sought-after suburb on the fringe of the St Kilda Rd precinct.

Designed by <a href="/architects/fraser-partners-0">Elenberg Fraser</a> and Kennon, the 18-level building includes two levels of commercial office space, 36 high-end apartments, a resident rooftop with a swimming pool and bar, and a holistic corporate wellbeing business on the podium level.

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Convenience is at the foot of the building in the Palms Cafe and Beppi's Wine Bar is on the ground floor.

Located in Melbourne's Domain Precinct, <a href="/buildings/the-eighth-south-melbourne-22-kings-place-south-melbourne">The Eighth</a> is in an ideal transport pocket, just off the bus stops on Park Street and the new ANZAC Station.

<h2>Project: Victoriana, Melbourne</h2>

<h3>Address: 20 Queens Road, Melbourne VIC 3004</h3>

<h3>Developer: CDG Group</h3>

The 2021-completed project by <a href="/developers/cdg-group">CDG Group</a> comprises a mix of one, two, three and four-bedroom apartments, with the interiors focusing on creating a balance between space and elegance.

The 16-level building has been designed by <a href="/architects/rothelowman">Rothelowman</a> with cascading terraces, a vertical garden, and careful consideration of the natural landscape.

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Beyond the confines of the apartments, residents at <a href="/buildings/victoriana-melbourne-20-queens-road-melbourne">Victoriana</a> are treated to a range of resort-inspired amenities that rival those of a six-star hotel.

There's a heated indoor swimming pool, a steam room and a sauna, as well as a state-of-the-art gym, equipped with cardio and weights, a lounge and garden terrace, services like concierge assistance, secure video intercom entry, high-speed lift access, and a porte-cochere.

With the St Kilda Road trams just a stone's throw away and the upcoming Anzac Railway Station in close proximity, commuting and exploring the city has never been easier.

<h2>Project: West Side Place, Melbourne</h2>

<h3>Address: 250 Spencer Street, Melbourne VIC 3000</h3>

<h3>Developer: Far East Consortium</h3>

<a href="/developers/far-east-consortium">Far East Consortium</a>'s completed $1 billion <a href="/buildings/west-side-place-melbourne-250-spencer-street-melbourne-vic-3000">West Side Place</a> stands tall with four residential towers and the prestigious Ritz-Carlton and Dorsett Hotels at 250 Spencer Street.

Designed by <a href="/architects/cottee-parker-architects">Cottee Parker</a>, residents can choose from a one-bedroom, one-bedroom plus study, and multiple two-bedroom configurations.&nbsp;

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The amenity, both in and out of the building, has been a major driver at West Side Place.&nbsp;

The development has a swimming pool with a steam room and sauna, a gymnasium with an open terrace, function and meeting rooms, open terraces with seating and BBQ facilities, a private cinema, and even karaoke and virtual golf facilities.

The on-site retail arcades at West Side Place also offer convenience and a diversity of shops and services at the residents' doorstep.

<h2>Project: The Albertine by Mirvac, Melbourne</h2>

<h3>Address: 31 Queens Lane, Melbourne VIC 3004</h3>

<h3>Developer: Mirvac</h3>

<a href="/new-apartments/the-albertine-by-mirvac-melbourne-31-queens-lane-melbourne">The Albertine</a> is one of ASX-listed developer Mirvac's latest projects in <a href="/developments/melbourne-vic-3004">Melbourne</a>.

The new apartment development will home 98 one, two and three-bedroom apartments, catering for every buyer cohort in the market.

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Like Mirvac's portfolio, particularly across their Melbourne projects, there's also a high level of amenity for residents.

The resident facilities are split across different levels. The Circadian Club will feature an indoor pool and spa, state-of-the-art gym, yoga and Pilates studio, and sauna, while the Elysian Room on level 10 will be residents' exclusive dining space with sweeping views across Melbourne.

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Residents at the $200 million development, will be ideally positioned to take advantage of the new ANZAC Station from its Queens Lane address.

<a href="/builders/mirvac-construction">Mirvac Construction</a>&nbsp;commenced early site works in The Albertine recently.

From rooftop running tracks to piano bars: Melbourne's best apartments with significant resident amenities

‘Reverse sea changers’ are returning to Brisbane as the city’s vibrant culture, food and lifestyle offering comes of age.

Sekisui House Australia sold its penthouse atop Altura, in its multi-award winning <a href="/developments/west-end-qld-4101">West End</a> masterplan, <a href="/new-apartments/the-allere-collection-west-village-mollison-street-west-end">West Village</a>, to a couple coming from a large home on Sovereign Island.

The penthouse was purchased for $5.25 million by business owners Leo Nipperess and partner Brett Park, who were drawn to the expansive 368 sqm layout complete with multiple living and entertaining zones, five bedrooms, four bathrooms and multiple balconies, only 800m from the Brisbane CBD.

Nipperess, after owning more than 25 properties, cited the lifestyle offering of West Village convinced them to relocate from their expansive waterfront home on the Gold Coast to the house-like proportions of the Altura penthouse.

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“Brisbane has certainly come of age,” Nipperess said.

“We owned a place at West End years ago, and it’s incredible how much West Village has lifted the entire area."

Nipperess first purchased in West Village as an investment and spent nine months living in an apartment in the Arcadia building.

“After we inspected the Altura penthouse, we decided to make the move permanently. You feel like you’re coming home to a six-star hotel. We just love it here,” Nipperess added.

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Nipperess and Park say they don’t regret their decision to leave behind the often too-quiet coastal lifestyle and grueling commute on the M1 Motorway.&nbsp;

“The difference is you come home from work and there's a whole other life to enjoy,’’ Nipperess said.&nbsp;

“Any night of the week here we can walk downstairs to restaurants or collect fresh food for dinner, it’s just so easy, and day or night there are different views to enjoy from every window.

“I think the friendliness at Altura was something we didn't expect, and the sense of community is quite unique.

“We look forward to entertaining at home and enjoying the resident amenities, especially the pool and spa right above us and the working from home space.”

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Taku Hashimoto, Project Director, Apartment and Mixed-Use Developments at Sekisui House Australia, said there had been a noticeable trend of buyers returning from their pandemic-inspired sea-change back to Brisbane.

“Leo and Brett are among a growing number of buyers at West Village who are relocating from the Gold Coast to be closer to work, without sacrificing lifestyle,” Hashimoto said.

“West Village is a unique inner-city community where convenience, sustainability, and residential living coexist.

“There are more than 30 retailers, restaurants and health and wellness providers here, anchored by Harris Farm Markets and Woolworths.

“Major hospitals, schools and universities, and Brisbane’s CBD, are all nearby, as well as the river walk which connects West Village to South Bank’s cultural and parkland precinct. Everything is at your doorstep.”&nbsp;

Altura, Brisbane’s first neuroarchitecture building, sold out ahead of its completion in September last year. West Village’s latest apartment release, The Allere Collection, is under construction and over 95 per cent sold. With the <a href="/news/qld/sekisui-release-final-apartments-in-west-villages-allere-collection">final Opulent Release recently going to market</a>, only a handful of four and five-bedroom residences remain.

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“After we inspected the Altura penthouse, we decided to make the move permanently. You feel like you’re coming home to a six-star hotel. We just love it here,” buyer Leo Nipperess said

‘Reverse sea changers’ return to city life as West End penthouse fetches $5.25 million

Melbourne developer&nbsp;Wickton, in collaboration with Will Leaf's architecture firm Ewert Leaf, has prioritised a balance between aesthetics and sustainability at their Hampton apartment development, Linacre Rise.

<a href="/new-apartments/linacre-rise-hampton-8-10-linacre-road-hampton">Linacre Rise</a>, bringing 27 more apartments to <a href="/developments/hampton-vic-3188">Hampton</a>, was designed to exude openness, brightness and an elevated aesthetic that will also stand the test of time.

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Solar panels will be installed to reduce reliance on conventional energy sources, lower electricity bills, and decrease the building's carbon footprint.

A rainwater harvesting system will collect and store rainwater, which is then used for toilet flushing and landscape irrigation. This system conserves potable water and reduces overall water consumption.

The development will also be equipped with low-flow toilets and faucets, as well as efficient dishwashers, to minimize water usage without sacrificing performance.

Shared EV charging stations will be available to support the transition to electric vehicles by providing convenient charging options for residents.

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Located next to Linacre Private Hospital and within a few hundred metres of Peace Park, Sandringham Golf Club, and Sandringham Beach, Linacre Rise's location also supports convenient access to essential local amenities, encouraging residents to walk or bike.

Appointed builder <a href="/builders/balmain-co">Balmain &amp; Co</a> is anticipating a Q1 2025 completion for <a href="/new-apartments/linacre-rise-hampton-8-10-linacre-road-hampton">Linacre Rise</a>.

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Linacre Rise will feature EV charging, solar panels, and rainwater tanks

The sustainability factor at Hampton's Linacre Rise apartments

Top Spring Australia's $500 million residential community, <a>The Newlands</a>, has made a significant mark as the first development approved in Lane Cove's rezoned St Leonards South Precinct.&nbsp;

Designed by <a href="/architects/bates-smart">Bates Smart</a> and landscaped by <a href="/landscape-architect/arcadia-landscape-architecture">Arcadia Landscape Architecture</a>, The Newlands emphasises a pedestrian-oriented precinct with a focus on the natural landscape of Newlands Park.

We recently visited the display suite, onsite at&nbsp;21 Canberra Avenue, St Leonards, to look more into what's on offer.

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Architectural Vision and Design

<a href="/new-apartments/the-newlands-st-leonards-21-41-canberra-avenue-st-leonards">The Newlands</a> comprises five buildings ranging from eight to twelve levels. The first released building, Verdant, offers 99 one, two, and three-bedroom apartments. These apartments boast garden terraces, communal lawns, and a pedestrian link to Newlands Park. The development’s emphasis on green spaces and natural aesthetics aims to provide a serene, urban living experience.

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Verdant's Features and Market Appeal

High demand has prompted the expedited launch of the next building, Glade, a boutique nine-level building. Glade features one, two, and three-bedroom apartments alongside The Newlands' 5,700 sqm green spine. <a href="/project-marketer/colliers">Colliers</a> Director Daniel McMahon noted that the majority of buyers are professional couples, with significant interest from downsizers within the Lower North Shore area.

"The Newlands is a development for every generation," said McMahon. "The mix of buyers includes young families valuing the large apartments and parkland proximity, as well as empty nesters who appreciate the premium finishes and walkable lifestyle."

The most recent buildings launched were Saige and Gaia, which will form the heart of the masterplan.

Community and Sustainability

The community-driven design of The Newlands resonates with buyers’ values of sustainability and connection to nature. Around 90 per cent of apartments and terrace homes will offer green landscape views, with some providing direct park frontage. The buildings are interconnected by a 5,700 sqm communal green spine featuring boardwalks and lush landscapes.

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Prime Location and Connectivity

Located just minutes from the heart of&nbsp;<a href="/developments/st-leonards-nsw-2065">St Leonards</a>, The Newlands is a 10-minute walk to the Harbour and close to Crows Nest and North Sydney, benefiting from the area's major projects, transport, and employment opportunities.

Market Reception and Pricing

<a href="/developers/top-spring-australia">Top Spring Australia</a> broke ground late last year, with construction on stage one by 4.5-star iCIRT-rated builder DASCO expected to complete in late 2025. The project has garnered interest primarily from owner-occupiers attracted to its amenities and the green, harbourside lifestyle.

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The Newlands is marketed by Colliers, with prices starting at $878,000 for one-bedroom apartments, $1.48 million for two-bedroom apartments, and $2.45 million for three-bedroom apartments. The next stage release will soon bring additional opportunities for potential buyers to join this thriving community.

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Inside The Newlands, St Leonards apartments: Urban's display suite tour of Top Spring Australia's newest apartment development

Metro Equity PG is attracting families to its unique Doncaster townhouse development, <a href="/new-townhouses/arden-residences-doncaster-east-18-amdura-road-doncaster-east">Arden Residences</a>.

The townhouses are designed for a large family. Each townhome has four bedrooms across a three-level floor plan, with an open-plan layout that connects the kitchen, dining, and lounge to north-facing outdoor areas for indoor-outdoor living and entertaining.

Arden Residences' large family-centred design combined with its strategic location further caters to family buyers seeking a new home in a well-connected and vibrant community.

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Strategically located 17 kilometres east of Melbourne’s CBD and within the highly sought-after <a href="/developments/doncaster-east-vic-3109">East Doncaster</a> Secondary College and Donburn Primary school zones, Metro Equity PG positions the family buyers at the epicentre of education and leisure.

The surrounding area is home to libraries, parks, and restaurants, offering a well-rounded lifestyle for young and established families.

The development's location also provides access to natural reserves and major sports and entertainment precincts, supporting a balanced lifestyle of convenience and recreation.

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The proximity to Tunstall Square Shopping Centre ensures residents have access to daily necessities, including retail outlets, cafés, and bakeries.&nbsp;

Westfield Doncaster Shoppingtown, one of Victoria’s largest shopping centres, provides a broader range of retail stores, galleries, and diverse dining options.

Arden Residences starts at $1.49 million, with potential homebuyers eligible for stamp duty savings.

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Arden Residences will sit within the highly sought-after East Doncaster Secondary College and Donburn Primary school zones

Metro Equity PG caters to families in Doncaster townhouse development, Arden Residences

New apartment supply has become increasingly constrained across <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/parramatta-nsw-2150">Parramatta</a> in recent years, with fewer projects progressing through to completion as development conditions have become more challenging.

It makes <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/novm">NOVM</a>'s 2021-completed <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/buildings/the-lennox-parramatta-12-phillip-street-parramatta-nsw-2150">The Lennox</a> one of the most recently completed residential towers on the Parramatta River, and among the newest apartment developments in Sydney's second CBD.

With the project largely completed before the sharp escalation in construction costs and inflation following the pandemic, The Lennox is now offering pricing that would be difficult to replicate in a comparable new development in Parramatta today, or across much of Western Sydney.

The majority of the 413 apartments at The Lennox sold before and shortly after completion. A limited release of the remaining apartments has recently been brought to market by capital partner <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/project-marketer/equitifund-group">Equitifund</a>, with entry-level pricing from $700,000 and two-bedroom apartments available from under $1 million.

Rising above the Parramatta River at 12 Phillip Street, The Lennox comprises one, two, three and four-bedroom apartments, appealing to first home buyers, young professionals, families, downsizers and interstate investors seeking a completed apartment in one of Australia's fastest-growing economic centres.

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Rather than positioning Parramatta as an alternative to Sydney's CBD, Equitifund believes the city has reached a point where it stands on its own merits.

"Parramatta is no longer simply an alternative to Sydney CBD, it's becoming a destination in its own right," Equitifund Executive Chairman Greg Huxley said.

"The Lennox captures that evolution with a level of quality and amenity that's difficult to match at its price point."

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Designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/marchese-partners">Marchese Partners</a>, the tower responds directly to its riverfront setting through expansive glazing and open-plan layouts that maximise views across the Parramatta River and city skyline. Interiors feature engineered timber flooring, stone benchtops, stainless steel appliances and floor-to-ceiling glazing, while generous balconies extend the living spaces outdoors.

Marchese Partners says the project was conceived to balance high-quality apartment living with practical, long-term functionality, pairing larger, efficient floorplans with amenities more commonly associated with five-star hotels.

That emphasis continues through the resident facilities, which include a 20-metre rooftop swimming pool, fully equipped gym and wellness spaces, full-time concierge, a residents' lounge, function room, private lifts, secure basement parking and rooftop communal areas overlooking the Parramatta River. Ground-floor boardwalk retail and dining further activate the riverfront and integrate the building into the surrounding public realm.

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Australian housing and finance group Equitifund has secured the remaining apartments, believing there are few completed apartment opportunities in Parramatta that offer the same combination of location, amenity and pricing.

Equitifund National Sales Director Ben Hamblett says buyers are increasingly recognising that premium apartment living no longer needs to come with Sydney CBD pricing.

"The Lennox is where aspirational living becomes attainable," Hamblett said.

"Wake to river and mountain views, step into Sydney's Second CBD, and arrive home to resort-calibre amenities, all without the harbour price tag."

Hamblett says owner-occupiers are also attracted by the convenience of having Westfield Parramatta, Church Street's dining precinct, Parramatta Park, Riverside Theatres, Western Sydney University and major transport connections all within walking distance.

"At The Lennox, lifestyle is not an afterthought, it is the foundation."

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The Lennox places residents within walking distance of Parramatta Square, Westfield Parramatta, Church Street Eat Street, Parramatta Station, the ferry wharf, Light Rail, the future Sydney Metro West, Parramatta Park and CommBank Stadium, reinforcing Parramatta's position as one of Australia's most connected metropolitan centres outside Sydney's CBD.

Equitifund says buyers visiting the display suite consistently comment on the quality of the finishes, generous floorplans, river and skyline views, and the walkability of the location. The project has attracted a broad mix of local professionals, upsizers, downsizers, buyers relocating from Sydney's inner suburbs and interstate investors seeking long-term growth opportunities.

That demand aligns with Parramatta's continued evolution as an economic powerhouse. Equitifund Research and Market Insights specialist John Bekiaris says sustained population growth, infrastructure investment and expanding employment opportunities continue to support long-term housing demand across the city.

"Parramatta has evolved from a satellite city into one of Australia's most important economic centres. Population growth, infrastructure investment and employment are all supporting sustained long-term housing demand."

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Joel Robinson

The apartment price gap drawing Sydney buyers west

A luxury beachfront apartment at Rainbow Bay has more than doubled in value since it sold off the plan six years ago, setting a new local apartment record in the process.

The three-bedroom apartment in the Flow development on Petrie Street, the first of four new projects locally by Paul Gedoun's S&amp;S Projects, has sold for $7.4 million, after originally selling for $3.27 million when the project launched in 2020.

The seventh-floor apartment, comprising 187 sqm of internal living space and a 54 sqm balcony overlooking Froggies Beach and Snapper Rocks, was purchased by a local family.

The transaction was negotiated by Pezet Matheson director Kerry Pezet and equates to more than $30,000 per sqm.

Pezet said the sale reflected the limited opportunities to buy into the boutique beachfront development.

"The sale highlights the rarity of opportunities within the boutique beachfront development, where residences seldom become available," Pezet said.

"Flow is one of the Gold Coast's most tightly held buildings. Buyers from our database move quickly when residences become available, and achieving an off-market sale at $7.4 million demonstrates the depth of demand for property of this calibre."

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Flow was the first of four luxury apartment developments delivered by Paul Gedoun's S&amp;S Projects at Rainbow Bay and was completed in 2023.

Positioned on the beachfront overlooking Snapper Rocks, the residence includes three bedrooms, three bathrooms, a powder room and views stretching north along the coastline towards Surfers Paradise.

Pezet Matheson Residential principal Mitchell Lambert said buyers continued to prioritise quality beachfront apartments in tightly held locations.

"Flow Residences offers a rare combination of elevated beachfront positioning, architectural excellence, comprehensive resident amenity and premium finishes, which is exactly what discerning purchasers are seeking," Lambert said.

"The transaction further reinforces Rainbow Bay's reputation as one of Australia's premier coastal lifestyle destinations, where limited supply and growing demand continue to support strong market performance."

Pezet Matheson originally marketed and sold out Flow off the plan, making the latest transaction a return to one of the project's original buyers.

Paul Gedoun is selling his third project, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/radia-rainbow-bay-271-boundary-street-coolangatta-qld-4225">Radia Rainbow Bay</a>, after recently completing, and selling out, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/buildings/esprit-217-227-boundary-street-coolangatta-qld-4225">Esprit</a>. He has plans for a <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/news/qld/first-look-s-s-projects-proposes-88-apartment-wellness-tower-at-coolangattas-boundary-street">fourth building</a>, 88 apartments on <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/209-213-boundary-street-coolangatta-qld-4225">Boundary Street</a>.

Rainbow Bay apartment doubles in price since off the plan sale during pandemic

The long-planned transformation of Brisbane's historic Shafston Estate has taken another major step, with Capella Hotel Group announced as the luxury hospitality partner behind what will become Brisbane's first branded residences.

The project, to be known as Capella Residences Brisbane, is being delivered by Verso Projects at the landmark Kangaroo Point riverfront estate, with completion targeted for 2029.

The announcement follows a series of planning changes to the project over recent years. The site was originally approved in 2023 for a 15-level, 37-apartment development designed by Rothelowman for Burgundy Group before Verso Projects took over the 10,070 sqm riverfront holding and lodged revised plans with Kerry Hill Architects to increase the development to a 25-level tower with 51 apartments.

The latest announcement confirms Capella Hotel Group will bring its branded residential offering to the project, marking just the second Capella Residences development globally after Seoul, and the group's first branded residential project in Australia.

The <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/23-castlebar-street-kangaroo-point-qld-4169">Castlebar Street development</a> will centre around the restoration of the heritage-listed Shafston House, one of Brisbane's oldest residences, originally constructed in 1851 by Reverend Robert Creyke as a single-storey cottage known as Ravenscott.

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Capella said the project aligns with its focus on heritage-led developments, with the Brisbane estate combining the restored historic residence with a new luxury apartment tower and hospitality-inspired resident amenities.

Residents will have access to the Capella Living Room, a concierge-led communal space inspired by the group's luxury hotels, alongside landscaped gardens, six swimming pools, wellness and recreation facilities.

The broader estate will also include two riverfront homes, a six-berth private marina, porte cochère arrival experience, secure basement parking and a new section of public riverwalk along the Brisbane River frontage.

The heritage Postal Depot Building will also be retained and repurposed as a guest house, in line with the revised development plans.

The project represents another evolution for the site, which Kerry Hill Architects previously described as a rare opportunity to restore one of Brisbane's most significant heritage estates while creating a new benchmark for apartment living.

"The Shafston Estate provides a once-in-a-generation opportunity to restore one of Brisbane's finest heritage precincts and to reinstate residential use as a unique site perched on the edge of Kangaroo Point," Kerry Hill Architects said in its Urban Context Report accompanying the planning submission.

"The project will celebrate excellence in sub-tropical residential design, setting a new benchmark for vertical living in Brisbane."

Verso Projects, which now has an $8.5 billion development pipeline spanning more than 6,000 dwellings across apartments, townhouses, retail and commercial projects, said the partnership with Capella would elevate the development beyond a traditional residential project.

"We feel honoured to be restoring Shafston Estate to its former glory, elevating it to new heights of luxury and excellence underpinned by Capella's distinctive service ethos and design philosophy, and making it a standout landmark in Brisbane," Verso Projects CEO Steve Laffey said.

"By partnering with Capella, globally recognised for its refined approach to luxury hospitality and deep respect for cultural and historical context, we will elevate this project beyond a residential offering into a world-class destination."

Capella Hotel Group President Roland Fasel said Brisbane's emergence as a global city made it the right location for the company's Australian residential debut.

"Brisbane is a city on the cusp of something remarkable, and Capella Residences is our commitment to being part of that story," Fasel said.

"The Capella residential experience is more than luxury. It is about a sense of belonging to a place with deep meaning."

Private appointments have now opened for the project, with a display suite expected to open in late 2026 ahead of the planned 2029 completion.

Capella to launch Brisbane's first branded residences at Shafston House, Kangaroo Point

Lewis Land's latest apartment release within its <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/harbour-shores-biggera-waters-564-oxley-drive-biggera-waters-qld-4216">Harbour Shores</a> masterplan is targeting one of the Gold Coast's fastest-growing buyer groups, with almost a third of apartments at Solis priced below $1 million.

The seven-storey building at Biggera Waters will comprise 91 apartments, including 24 one-bedroom residences starting from $778,000, a price point Lewis Land says is aimed squarely at first home buyers struggling to enter the Gold Coast market.

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<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/lewis-land-group">Lewis Land</a> Head of Development Michael Long said the developer deliberately allocated a significant proportion of the project to more affordable apartment types.

"First home buyers have been priced out of many parts of the Gold Coast, and we saw a clear opportunity to address this and play our part in a longer-term housing solution," Long said.

"That's why 24 of the 91 apartments being delivered at Solis have been designed and priced for the city's next generation of homeowners, quality one-bedroom apartments, half of which include an additional multipurpose room to maximise space and flexibility.

"This approach places 30 per cent of apartments in Solis under $1 million, and with close proximity to Harbour Town's future light rail extension connecting residents to the city's major employment and knowledge hubs, it's a win for buyers looking to secure their first property."

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Designed by BDA Architecture, Solis will deliver a mix of one, two and three-bedroom apartments, with residences ranging up to 232 sqm. Apartments feature generous balconies and contemporary finishes, while residents will have access to Harbour Shores' lagoon pool, clubhouse, tennis court, gym, yoga studio and sauna.

The focus on first home buyers resonated with purchaser Holly Humphreys, who said she and her boyfriend spent more than a year searching for their first property before shifting their attention from houses to apartments.

"We fell in love with the first house we bid on and got our hopes up, but after repeated knockbacks we learned not to get too attached," Humphreys said.

"We offered at the high end of price guides, but sales kept going even higher. That's where we really struggled and we needed to re-evaluate our budget and our expectations. Standalone houses were off the table, and we pivoted to apartments and townhouses."

Humphreys said it was encouraging to see developers recognising the growing demand from first home buyers.

"There's a growing number of young buyers looking to enter the market earlier because they understand that getting in now can make a real difference as prices continue to rise," she said.

"It's fantastic to see a developer recognise this and then actively take measures to deliver an apartment with us in mind."

Solis is the first development planned within the second stage of the Harbour Shores masterplan, with early works expected to commence in September 2026.

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Lewis Land targets first home buyers at latest Harbour Shores release, Solis

Luxury apartment developer Abadeen has recorded $19.25 million in apartment sales across two of its Lower North Shore developments in the lead-up to the end of the financial year, headlined by the sale of a $6.75 million penthouse at <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/buildings/koyo-crows-nest-5-rodborough-avenue-crows-nest-nsw-2065">KOYO in Crows Nest.</a>

The transactions also included the sale of a newly completed three-bedroom apartment at <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/buildings/park-residences-cremorne-2-sutherland-street-cremorne-nsw-2090">Park Residences in Cremorne</a> for $6.35 million, with the residence selling shortly after the project's first public inspections following completion.

The sales come as completed, owner-occupier-focused apartments continue to attract strong demand across Sydney's Lower North Shore, particularly from buyers looking for certainty and immediate occupancy.

The penthouse at KOYO spans 491 sqm across a single level and was designed by architect Koichi Takada. The development is one of Abadeen's flagship boutique projects in Crows Nest.

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Abadeen Executive Chairman and Founder Justin Brown said buyer activity lifted noticeably in the lead-up to the end of the financial year.

"We saw a clear increase in enquiry levels, inspection numbers and buyer engagement across our completed projects leading into the end of the financial year," Brown said.

"Buyers have become far more decisive over the past six months. The combination of improving confidence, limited supply and the ability to physically inspect completed residences is creating strong competition for premium apartments in the best locations."

Brown says the&nbsp;response to Park Residences following completion has been particularly strong.

"Buyers want certainty and are responding positively to the opportunity to walk through a finished product, inspect the quality firsthand and move in immediately," Brown suggested.

"Projects such as Park Residences and KOYO demonstrate that when the product is exceptional and the location is irreplaceable, buyers are prepared to act quickly."

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Abadeen CEO Joe Tack said quality continued to differentiate projects in the current market.

"Today's buyers are incredibly discerning," Tack said.

"They are seeking larger floorplans, premium finishes, walkability, lifestyle amenity and confidence in the developer delivering the project. Well-designed boutique developments continue to outperform because they offer something genuinely difficult to replace.

"The enquiry we are seeing across our completed and recently completed Lower North Shore portfolio is very encouraging, and we expect this momentum to continue into spring."

The sales follow increased enquiry across Abadeen's Lower North Shore portfolio which also includes <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/buildings/northcote-collective-naremburn-2-northcote-street-naremburn-nsw-2065">Northcote Collective in Naremburn</a> which also completed recently.

Mikah

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