<a href="/developers/urban-dc">Urban DC</a> has appointed <a href="/builders/cobild">Cobild Construction</a> as the builder for its&nbsp;Armadale apartment development,&nbsp;Heirloom.

<a href="/new-apartments/heirloom-armadale-1187-high-street-armadale-vic-3143">Heirloom</a>, located at 1187 High Street near the heart of&nbsp;<a href="/developments/armadale-vic-3143">Armadale</a>, will comprise 38 two, three, and four-bedroom luxury apartments, with prices starting at $1.65 million.&nbsp;

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Designed by the renowned architecture and interior design firm <a href="/architects/woods-bagot">Woods Bagot</a>, Heirloom draws on elements characteristic of Edwardian and Victorian-era homes, such as recessed balconies, geometric forms, and a hierarchy of arches.

The design also incorporates a robust palette of materials, including hand-made German bricks, expressed concrete, timber veneer, dark metal, and fluted glass.&nbsp;

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Each apartment will boast expansive living and dining areas leading out to landscaped terraces offering city views.&nbsp;

Most three and four-bedroom units will feature three-car lock-up garages, equipped with number plate recognition technology.

Demolition at the site is currently underway, with the project scheduled for completion in December 2025.

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Demolition at the site is currently underway, with the project scheduled for completion in December 2025

mikah.m@urban.com.au

Urban DC appoints Cobild as builder for Heirloom, Armadale apartments

The price per square metre record has been broken in Bondi Beach, where a penthouse on the dress circle Campbell Parade beachfront has fetched over $100,000 per sqm.

The penthouse atop Hall &amp; Campbell at 124-126 Campbell Parade, developed by Allen Linz's Rebel Property and Eduard Litver's Capitel Group and under construction by Trescon, sold for $23 million, representing a price per sqm of $105,000.

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The penthouse, designed by architect <a href="/interior-designers/scott-carver">Scott Carver</a>, features five bedrooms, five bathrooms, and multiple living areas and balconies with views of <a href="/new-townhouses/bondi-beach-nsw-2026">Bondi Beach</a>.&nbsp;

Located behind the historic Bates Milk Bar façade, the penthouse sits at a prominent corner along Campbell Parade, just metres from the beach.

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The penthouse is expected to cost an additional $3 million for fit-out. The penthouse was sold to a "high-flying financier", The Australian reported.

The Hall &amp; Campbell development comprises just seven new apartments with ground-floor retail spaces on the corner of Campbell Parade and Hall Street.

Rebel has another boutique development on the beachfront strip, just six apartments above retail at 14-18 Campbell Parade.

The Hall & Campbell development includes new residences and penthouses with ground-floor retail spaces, all overlooking Bondi Beach

Hall & Campbell sets new apartment record in Bondi Beach

St Kilda Rd's latest apartment development, 333 StK, offers not just comfortable residences but also a vibrant neighbourhood filled with local amenities and efficient transit options.

<a href="/new-apartments/333-stk-333-st-kilda-road-st-kilda">333 StK</a>&nbsp;falls into the St Kilda area of St Kilda Road, a road which runs all the way from Melbourne through to St Kilda.

Boasting a transit score of 81 and an even more impressive walk score of 97, future residents will be just a few metres from a tram stop, and just minutes away from neighbouring suburbs such as the dynamic and fancy <a href="/new-apartments/prahran-vic-3181">Prahran</a>.

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333 StK is in the middle of two expansive green spaces and the beach is one kilometre away, offering plenty of outdoor activities.

It's a short walk to the&nbsp;225-hectare Albert Park Lake, featuring a central lake for canoeing, kayaking, and paddleboarding, along with picnic areas, walking tracks, and designated spaces for both on and off-lead pet activities. The surroundings include numerous ovals, circuits, golf courses, and the prominent Lakeside Stadium.

Even closer, just 550 metres, is the St Kilda Botanical Gardens, showcasing seasonal displays, an ornamental pond, a children's playground, a gazebo, glasshouses, and the Port Phillip Ecocentre which teaches the community about nature and the environment.

Landmarks like Luna Park and the historic Palais Theatre add to the entertainment options, offering live entertainment and cultural experiences.

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Retail and dining options also abound near 333 StK. With St Kilda Pier and Esplanade just a kilometre away, residents can enjoy beachside cafes, restaurants, and a weekly market showcasing art and handmade goods.

Additionally, a variety of dining establishments along Inkerman St, including Harper's Kitchen cafe, Kake Da Dhaba, Newmarket Hotel pub, Machi, and Northern Soul Chip Shop, are all within a six-minute walk.

For everyday necessities, an ALDI supermarket is conveniently located just a four-minute walk away.

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Families with school-going children will find several educational institutions within walking distance, all less than 500 metres away from 333 Stk. These include St Kilda Primary School, Cheder Levi Yitzchok Inc, St Michael's Grammar School, and Yesodei HaTorah College.

Furthermore, access to healthcare facilities is readily available, with The Alfred and The Avenue Hospital just a ten-minute drive away.

The <a href="/architects/rothelowman">Rothelowman</a>-designed 333 Stk comprises 76 one, two, and three-bedroom apartments, including two limited penthouse duplexes. The crowning feature of 333 Stk is the rooftop retreat, offering panoramic views across St Kilda.

Construction, led by <a href="/builders/balmain-co">Balmain &amp; Co</a>, is on track for completion in Q4 2025. Prospective buyers can capitalise on stamp duty savings available now.

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The Rothelowman-designed 333 Stk comprises 76 one, two, and three-bedroom apartments, including two limited penthouse duplexes

Inside the prime St Kilda Road location of 333 StK

Queensland-based developer&nbsp;Holm Developments&nbsp;is gearing up to break ground on Kai Kingscliff, its second venture in the Tweed Coast and the first luxury beachfront project of its kind underway in the region.&nbsp; 
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Demolition has officially commenced on the site of <a href="/new-apartments/kai-kingscliff-9-11-murphys-road-kingscliff-nsw-2487">Kai Kingscliff</a>, paving the way for the start of construction next month.&nbsp;

Kai Kingscliff is Holm’s second venture in the area following the $79 million <a href="/buildings/pama-casuarina-5-grand-parade-casuarina">Pama</a> in <a href="/new-apartments/casuarina-nsw-2487">Casuarina</a> which is 95 per cent sold and due for completion in the third quarter of this year.&nbsp;

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Start of demolition for Kai follows the appointment of Infinitec, a multi-disciplined construction and engineering company with more than 40 years’ of experience, as a contract builder for the project. 
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“We’re thrilled to announce that early works are officially underway on our second project on the Tweed Coast,” Holm Developments Managing Director Godfrey Esmonde said.

“With sales on the board and funding in place, our team is now moving quickly to bring this exciting new project to Kingscliff as soon as possible, with construction anticipated to get underway next month in April.”

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Nestled along the pristine shores of Dreamtime Beach, just north of the <a href="/new-apartments/kingscliff-nsw-2487">Kingscliff</a> strip, Kai Kingscliff comprises 14 three and four-bedroom beachfront apartments, topped by three spacious penthouses that will make the most of the rare beachfront location.

One of the penthouses is spoken for, picked up by a local for $4.65 million.

The project also features three ground-floor apartments, all of which have either a front or rear yard and span between 332 spm and 447 sqm.&nbsp;

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“For us as a company, we need to be passionate about what we deliver and where it’s delivered, nothing invokes that passion more than iconic locations such as Kingscliff,” Esmonde added. 
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“When people look at our projects to date, they will see developments where the natural beauty and amenity of the location does the talking for us. 
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“I want our projects to enhance these locations but not overpower, the star of the show shouldn’t be the development or the developer, it should be the combination of the architecture and interior design blending seamlessly with the natural environment to create a truly remarkable outcome enjoyed by the few lucky enough to reside in such a location.”

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CBRE Senior Director Nicholas Clysdale said Holm engaged&nbsp;<a href="/new-apartments/brisbane-qld">Brisbane</a>&nbsp;architecture firm <a href="/architects/tim-stewart">Tim Stewart Architects</a>&nbsp;to tailor a design that maximises this sensation of having the rainforest and beach elements at your fingertips. 
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“Kai Kingscliff is the quintessential coastal address for a life that nourishes the soul. Situated just a stone’s throw from Kingscliff village, this boutique offering sits on the cusp of Dreamtime beach and offers the very best in penthouse-style living," Clysdale said.

“The sheer size and sophistication of these spaces sets these apartments apart. Large balconies, massive doors that open into the dining room, crossflow ventilation throughout, balconies off the master bedrooms that look out into the hinterland, wherever you look there is a fantastic outlook.”

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Residents will also have exclusive access to a resort-style pool and leisure area on the ground floor, which will also feature an outdoor shower, a well-appointed lobby and a bike and surfboard storage area.

"The allure of Kai Kingscliff extends far beyond the bricks and mortar," Clydsdale added.&nbsp;

He said the penthouse buyer&nbsp;fell in love with its location on Dreamtime beach.

"Sitting at the foot of the rainforest and flowing onto the beach, there is no comparable location in Northern NSW or <a href="/new-apartments/gold-coast-qld">Gold Coast</a>.”&nbsp;

Prices for apartments start from $3.505 million.

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Holm Developments commences construction on the second luxury project in Kingscliff

Holm Developments to start construction at Kai Kingscliff apartments

One last penthouse remains available in developer <a href="/developers/mirvac">Mirvac</a>'s popular Newstead apartment development,&nbsp;<a href="/new-apartments/isle-waterfront-newstead-by-mirvac-57-skyring-terrace-newstead">Isle</a>, located within the ASX-listed developer's $1 billion Waterfront Newstead community.

Spanning an expansive 245 sqm, Pavilion 2203 boasts four bedrooms and three bathrooms, accompanied by three car parking spaces.

The apartment features an open-plan living area connected to a spacious balcony, offering residents views of the surrounding area from its position on the 20th floor.

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The apartment features an open-plan living area connected to a spacious balcony, offering residents views of the surrounding area from its position on the 20th floor.

The kitchen is equipped with high-quality European appliances, a large island bench with stone countertops, and a butler's pantry.&nbsp;

The primary bedroom, facing northeast, includes an ensuite with a bath and is conveniently separated from the other three bedrooms located in the sleeping wing.&nbsp;

Prospective buyers have the option to select between light or dark colour schemes for their residences.

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Isle is the third apartment building Mirvac has underway at its $1 billion Waterfront Newstead community, joining the 25-level <a href="/new-apartments/quay-waterfront-newstead-57-skyring-terrace-newstead">Quay</a> and the build-to-rent development LIV Anura, which is being delivered in partnership with the Queensland Government.

The development comprises a total of 135 residences across 25 levels, including one, two and three-bedroom apartments, expansive three and four-bedroom pavilions and four-bedroom penthouses, which sit across half a level.

The increasing buyer demand for apartments offering a connection to nature and emphasis on wellness has influenced the design of Isle.

"We are seeing a rise in demand for premium, well-located, larger and higher specification apartments from owner-occupiers, which is what Isle will respond to - with everything from one-bedroom apartments to four-bedroom penthouses,” Mirvac's Head of Residential, Stuart Penklis said.

Michael Wiener, <a href="/architects/mirvac-design">Mirvac Design</a> Director, expressed that the design inspiration for Isle was to create a "resort in the sky."&nbsp;

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Upon completion, residents will have access to a range of amenities, including the rooftop Isle Resort, which features a heated infinity-edge pool, sauna, magnesium spas, wellness rooms, yoga lawn, BBQ areas, and a private dining room.

Additionally, the Isle Lounge on Level 2 will serve as a communal space for meetings and work, while a resident-only fitness centre will be fully equipped for cardio and training.

The $212 million Isle Waterfront Newstead, which will create a lush new green heart of more than 10,000 plants and additional public parkland in the riverside suburb, has commenced construction.

“With Isle under construction, we now have more than $675 million in projects underway at Waterfront Newstead – it’s a very significant investment and a clear demonstration of our confidence in this city and this precinct’s unparalleled location by the Brisbane River,” Mirvac Group General Manager, Residential Development QLD Warwick Bible said.

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The $212 million Isle Waterfront Newstead, which will create a lush new green heart of more than 10,000 plants and additional public parkland in the riverside suburb, has commenced construction.

Inside the final penthouse in Mirvac's Isle Waterfront in Newstead

Sydney property developer KDMC will officially launch sales of the first-release apartments at its affordable Tallawong development, Ophora, in February.

The development is set to become Blacktown Council's first apartment complex to include a 10-year Latent Defect Insurance.

Ophora comprises 81 one, two, and three-bedroom apartments spread across five storeys.&nbsp;The one-bedroom units start at $475,000, 40 per cent below Sydney's average, two-bedroom units from $625,000, 30 per cent below the average, and three-bedroom units from $745,000, almost 70% below Sydney's average.

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Each apartment features open-plan layouts that residents can personalise with two colour schemes - warm wood and cream or stone-grey finish.

Expansive doors and windows frame views of <a href="/developments/tallawong-nsw-2762">Tallawong</a>, with the living area and many bedrooms offering direct access to balconies overlooking The Hills.

The kitchens are equipped with Fisher &amp; Paykel appliances and Smartstone Santorini-engineered benchtop islands.

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The bathrooms have semi-frameless showers, polished chrome tapware, and stone-look porcelain tiles. Some of the larger apartments feature an oval free-standing bathtub.

Ophora is crowned by a&nbsp;landscaped rooftop terrace with barbecue spaces, power outlets and wi-fi provisions.

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<a href="/developers/kdmc">KDMC</a>&nbsp;has also included EV charging stations in the development to reflect Ophora's commitment to sustainability and future-forward living.

Conveniently located just two kilometres from the new Tallawong Metro Station and Schofields Train Station, Ophora offers quick connectivity to the wider Sydney region.

Construction is underway, with completion slated for August 2024.

Tallawong apartment development with Latent Defect Insurance launched

There's plenty of activity in the new development space heading into 2024.

While there's a significant number of developments which are set to launch when they secure council approvals, there's also those that have weathered a number of storms in the industry in the last few years, from COVID and its lockdowns to construction costs and labour shortages, and are set to complete in 2024.

We've cast our eye across <a href="/new-townhouses/sydney-nsw">Sydney</a> and looked at the best off the plan apartment developments set to finish construction in 2024.&nbsp;

<h2>Project: Aura by Aqualand</h2>

<h3>Location: North Sydney</h3>

<h3>Developer: Aqualand</h3>

Aqualand is estimating a mid-2024 completion for its luxury North Sydney apartment development, AURA by Aqualand.

Topping out last year, Aqualand's in house construction team Aqualand Construction, is progressing the internal fit out of each of the 386 apartments. The apartments will sit above a two-level podium with a number of retail and commercial spaces which will activate the Walker Street streetscape.

True to delivering projects that will last, Aqualand has&nbsp;engaged a third party to undertake a peer review on quality assurance once the fit-out is complete, giving buyers even more assurances of a quality build.

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Designed by <a href="/architects/woods-bagot">Woods Bagot</a>, <a href="/buildings/aura-by-aqualand-north-sydney-168-walker-street-north-sydney-nsw-2060">AURA by Aqualand</a> features an elegantly curved and undulating facade which creates an illusion that the single structure is divided into four separate towers, with staggered peaks stepping down from level 29 to level 23. The distinctive hourglass shape cinches in at the level-nine ‘waist’ of the building, where the resident’s community centre is located.

AURA by Aqualand’s extensive retail precinct will provide residents with a curated shopping and dining destination on their doorstep, including a providore, bakery, café and wine bar, an all-day diner and a contemporary Japanese restaurant. A network of landscaped laneways will welcome people into the precinct.

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Other resident amenities include a 24-hour concierge service, a Technogym-equipped gymnasium, a wellness room, a pool of Tesla cars to share, and end-of-trip facilities. A glamorous rooftop area offers a sky sun deck, private dining rooms, barbecue and kitchen space for year-round al fresco entertaining.

AURA represents the fifth residential project delivered by Aqualand since the company’s launch in 2014. It is well on the way to joining a portfolio of other notable completed projects, such as <a href="/buildings/blue-at-lavender-bay-61-lavender-street-milsons-point">BLUE at Lavender Bay</a> in <a href="/developments/milsons-point-nsw-2061">Milsons Point</a> and <a href="/buildings/the-revy-pyrmont-8-darling-island-road-pyrmont">The REVY</a> at Darling Island.

<h2>Project: Grand Reve</h2>

<h3>Location: Castle Hill</h3>

<h3>Developer: Kassis Homes</h3>

Luxury home builder turned developer <a href="/builders/kassis-homes">Kassis Homes</a> has 4.5-star iCIRT-rated builder Dasco working towards a late 2024 finish of their debut apartment development, <a href="/buildings/grand-reve-castle-hill-8-18-garthowen-crescent-castle-hill">Grand Reve</a> in <a href="/new-apartments/castle-hill-nsw-2154">Castle Hill</a>.

Grand Reve, a two-tower, 185-apartment development, has been popular with Hills District locals, in particular downsizers. Prospective home buyers can secure an apartment at Grand Reve with <a href="/news/nsw/grand-reve-apartments-in-castle-hill-offer-purchase-with-just-10k-deposit">just a $10k deposit</a>, and with <a href="/news/nsw/buy-with-confidence-kassis-homes-offers-10-year-structural-defect-insurance-at-grand-reve">10-year structural defect insurance</a>.

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Prices start at $580,000 at the Garthowen Crescent project which has also attracted first home buyers, upsizers, and even investors have purchased apartments due to the surge in popularity of Castle Hill, the hub of the Hills District which is drawing attention because of the new North West Metro and Hills Showground Precinct redevelopment.

There are 37 different floor plans available at Grand Reve, with configurations ranging from studios to three-bedroom units and even a handful of split-level, townhouse-style dwellings.

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All of the apartments at Grand Reve feature Wolf appliances, with the large two and three-bedroom options also including Sub-Zero refrigeration systems as standard inclusions.

A significant focus for Grand Reve was to offer residents extensive outdoor space within the development. Some 2,300 sqm has been reserved for landscaped communal gardens.&nbsp;

Read more:&nbsp;<a href="/news/nsw/why-castle-hills-grand-reve-is-attracting-the-downsizer">Why Castle Hill's Grand Reve is attracting the downsizer</a>

<h2>Project: Lumia</h2>

<h3>Location: Norwest</h3>

<h3>Developer: Sekisui House Australia</h3>

Builder <a href="/builders/growthbuilt">Growthbuilt</a> began construction of <a href="/developers/sekisui-house-australia">Sekisui House Australia</a>’s <a href="/buildings/the-orchards-lumia-norwest-104-fairway-drive-norwest-nsw-2153">Lumia</a> last year after the development successfully sold over 90 per cent of the apartments, and is now approaching completion early this year.

Sekisui expects to welcome residents to Lumia in August 2024.&nbsp;

Lumia is the third stage at Sekisui House’s award-winning master plan development The Orchards.

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The Turner Studio-designed Lumia comprises 330 apartments in one to four-bedroom configurations. Within the range are multiple designs and layouts of apartment sizes for every demographic and design preference.

Many apartments feature additional Max space, an additional living area that can be used as a study or 'work from home office', a children's play area, or a reading room.

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Residents can personalise their living space by choosing from two colour schemes: a neutral palette with muted tones and a dark scheme that embraces a mix of warm and cool tones.

The apartments are complemented by three key features of the development: a landscaped communal courtyard garden, outdoor pool, and pavilion, with seating and views of the pool and linear park.&nbsp;

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Other amenities in the development include a heated swimming pool, outdoor dining, and BBQ facilities.

Lumia is located in the heart of <a href="/new-apartments/norwest-nsw-2153">Norwest</a> and just a 10-minute walk from the Sydney Metro.

<h2>Project: The Ashford</h2>

<h3>Location: Castle Hill</h3>

<h3>Developer: Deicorp</h3>

<a href="/developers/deicorp">Deicorp</a> will sign off on the first stage of <a href="/buildings/the-ashford-castle-hill-25-ashford-avenue-castle-hill">Ashford</a>, their Castle Hill apartment development, this year.

Over 70 per cent of the apartments in the first stage have sold.

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Deicorp has teamed up architectural practice <a href="/architects/turner-studio">Turner Studio</a> has teamed up to create The Ashford, located within the emerging Showground precinct and just a two-minute walk from the Hills Showground Metro Railway Station.

The larger three-bedroom apartments in The Ashford, priced at just over $1 million, have been attracting both downsizers and families, the latter also attracted to&nbsp;several reputable schools in Castle Hill including Excelsior Public School and Castle Hill High School, both located within one kilometre of The Ashford.

<h2>Project: Astrid Castle Hill</h2>

<h3>Location: Castle Hill</h3>

<h3>Developer: CBD Core</h3>

By early next year, local developer and builder <a href="/builders/cbd-core">CBD Core</a> hopes to welcome residents into <a href="/buildings/astrid-castle-hill-11-15-fishburn-crescent-castle-hill">Astrid</a>, its second apartment development in the Hills Showground Precinct.

Astrid will comprise 94 one, two and three-bedroom apartments with prices ranging from $605,000 to $1.96 million.&nbsp;

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CBD Core engaged <a href="/developers/zhinar-architects-pty-ltd">Zhinar Architects</a> to design the modern two-building project, including dual-level penthouses with personal lifts.

Astrid will offer an array of lifestyle amenities, including Astrid Lounge, an exclusive resident-only zone, providing a space for relaxation and productivity, complete with dedicated workstations.

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There'll also be a solar roof-powered outdoor workspace cabana with lush landscaping, a heated lap pool and sun deck, commercial outdoor cooking barbecue facilities, and a state-of-the-art gym.

Astrid is just behind their completed apartment development, <a href="/new-apartments/oriel-33-dawes-avenue-castle-hill">Oriel</a>, and only minutes from the Showground Metro station.

Buyers can still purchase a one, two or three-bedroom apartment in Astrid, with prices starting from $605,000.&nbsp;

<h2>Project: Heritage Wollongong</h2>

<h3>Location: Wollongong</h3>

<h3>Developer: Modco Constructions</h3>

Three gold star iCIRT-rated builder developer <a href="/developers/modco-constructions">Modco Constructions</a> is on track to complete the construction of <a href="/buildings/heritage-37-virginia-street-north-wollongong">Heritage</a> at North Wollongong.

Designed by <a href="/architects/prd-architects">PRD Architects</a>, Heritage comprises 22 apartments and penthouses in one, two, and three-bedroom configurations across a five-level building.

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Nestled within the meticulously landscaped gardens of Heritage stands an impressive heritage-listed Magnolia tree. This majestic tree seamlessly complements the sophisticated coastal ambience of the apartment interiors.

The designer apartments enjoy a free-flowing design and hardwood European oak flooring throughout. Expansive outdoor terraces flood the home with abundant natural light, extending the living spaces and providing a tranquil streetscape backdrop for alfresco gatherings and dining.

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Heritage is at a level 500 metre stroll to North Beach, cafes, and restaurants.

Homeowners can anticipate a swift move-in by early next year.

<h2>Project: Downtown Zetland</h2>

<h3>Location: Zetland</h3>

<h3>Developer: Deicorp</h3>

Deicorp's highly anticipated <a href="/buildings/downtown-zetland-106-116-epsom-road-zetland">Downtown</a> <a href="/developments/zetland-nsw-2017">Zetland</a> project is rapidly taking shape, with recent construction updates revealing significant milestones on Buildings A and B.

Andrew Coleman, Deicorp's Construction and Development Executive, said Building A's entire concrete superstructure will be completed this month, with works across the other buildings progressing well. &nbsp;

"Concrete structure works have been topped out, up to the roof level, on Building B," Coleman said.

“External face brickwork and installation of windows has advanced up to Levels 5 and 6. Finishing trades are now preparing to commence on the ground floor and lift lobby areas.”

Residential storage cages and high-level drainage systems are fitted to all basement car parking areas.

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Downtown boasts four distinct buildings crafted by renowned architects MHNDU and BVN Architects, offering 546 one, two and three-bedroom apartments upon completion.

There are now just a handful of apartment left to sell after strong demand from both owner-occupiers and investors.

<h2>Project: Watervue Newcastle</h2>

<h3>Location: Newcastle West</h3>

<h3>Developer: Next Level Seven Pty Ltd</h3>

<a href="/new-apartments/newcastle-nsw">Newcastle</a> and <a href="/new-apartments/belmont-nsw-2280">Lake Macquarie</a> apartment developer, <a href="/developers/next-level-seven-pty-ltd">Next Level Seven</a>, aims for a less than a year build on their rare Newcastle development at 10 Street, dubbed <a href="/new-apartments/watervue-newcastle-10-steel-street-newcastle-nsw-2302">Watervue</a>.

Watervue comprises 106 apartments spread across a 19-level tower that offers panoramic views of the city and the harbour.&nbsp;

Designed by <a href="/architects/stewart-architecture">Stewart Architecture</a>, prospective homeowners can select from various apartment options, including one-bedroom, one-bedroom plus study, two-bedroom, three-bedroom configurations, and two luxury penthouses. Serviced by three lifts, each floor accommodates a maximum of seven apartments.&nbsp;

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Situated just one block from Newcastle’s harbour, apartments from level 12 and above offer uninterrupted views of the busy working waterway.&nbsp;

Lower levels provide view corridors to the harbour, overlooking Watervue’s private swimming pool, with its beach area and landscaped surrounds.

Exclusive upgrade packages are available for all apartments, including appliance upgrades, heated bathroom floors and towel rails, ceiling fans, and power outlets in car spaces.&nbsp;

Secure parking is provided for all apartments, with each car space having a storage cage.

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On the four-level podium, residents can socialise in the residents’ lounge or take advantage of the well-equipped business hub.&nbsp;

Residents can pick herbs from the lush edible garden on the podium rooftop, get together on the pool deck or dip in the 25-metre heated lap pool.

Next Level Seven appointed builder <a href="/builders/bloc">Bloc Constructions</a> to build Watervue, with an estimated completion date in September 2024.

<h2>Project: Splendour</h2>

<h3>Location: Bellevue Hill</h3>

<h3>Developer: Denwol</h3>

Prominent Sydney developer <a href="/developers/denwol-group">Denwol</a> is approaching the completion of its <a href="/new-apartments/bellevue-hill-nsw-2023">Bellevue Hill</a> boutique apartment development, Splendour, hovering over the 15-hectare Cooper Park on Victoria Road.

Following the recent release of the final few apartments, builder <a href="/builders/growthbuilt">Growthbuilt</a> is expected to complete construction in the first quarter of 2024.

<a href="/buildings/splendour-bellevue-hill-206d-victoria-road-bellevue-hill">Splendour</a> comprises 25 two, three and four-bedroom apartments designed to take in as much nature as possible by <a href="/architects/up-architects">UP Architects</a>.

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The apartments boast spacious living areas with elegant timber floorboards leading to full-width glass sliding doors, opening onto a generous terrace with panoramic views of Cooper Park's tree canopy, the Sydney City skyline, Harbour Bridge, and Opera House.

Homeowners can choose from two colour schemes to customise their home: the uplifting Dawn or the evocative Dusk.&nbsp;

Splendour also includes an innovative, flexible room for additional living space.

Outside, the residents will enjoy a communal Secret Garden landscaped by Sturt Nobel Associates.

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Sitting majestically on the clifftop and forming a botanical escarpment, the Secret Garden features a diverse botanical array and ornamental water features on the manicured lawns.

Situated at 206D Victoria Road, Splendour enjoys a prime position near Bellevue Hill Village, Westfield <a href="/new-apartments/bondi-junction-nsw-2022">Bondi Junction</a>, medical facilities, public transport, and prestigious schools.

<h2>Project: Koyo Crows Nest</h2>

<h3>Location: Crows Nest</h3>

<h3>Developer: Abadeen Group</h3>

Sydney's Lower North Shore is soon home to a new architectural masterpiece, with <a href="/developers/abadeen-group">Abadeen Group</a> engaging renowned architect <a href="/architects/koichi-takada-architects">Koichi Takada</a> to design their latest project, <a href="/new-apartments/koyo-crows-nest-1-11-rodborough-avenue-crows-nest">Koyo</a>.

Koyo comprises 27 predominantly three-bedroom apartments in a cul-de-sac setting in the heart of <a href="/new-apartments/crows-nest-nsw-2065">Crows Nest</a>, aimed towards the downsizer market with luxury finishes and extensive local amenities within walking distance.

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Inspired by the vibrant colours of autumn, Koyo embodies Takada's philosophy of simplicity, expressive materials, and organic forms, both inside and out.

The gently curved façades draw inspiration from the nearby harbour bays, blending Koyo with the natural surroundings.&nbsp;

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Stepping inside, there will be 18 three-bedroom apartments located at each corner of the development to have larger outdoor spaces and seven two-bedroom and two one-bedroom apartments. They all have parking, and a number have an additional study or courtyard.

Abadeen offers buyers to upgrade the apartments with several exclusive options, including adding a built-in bar, a timber-crafted study nook, or a fireplace in the living room.

The top 10 off the plan apartment developments completing across Sydney in 2024

Developer Shenfield Property and Brayshaw Architects have collaborated to bring Banksia, a boutique apartment development along Charman Road in Cheltenham.

Banksia offers only 29 one-bedroom units to three-bedroom penthouses. The ground level serves as commercial spaces for future retail and coffee shops.

Banksia' location is one of its standout features, just a&nbsp;five-minute walk from Cheltenham Train Station and centrally positioned between green open spaces, vibrant retail and diverse dining options.

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The Victoria, Cheltenham, and Royal Melbourne Golf Clubs are five minutes from the front door, while there's an abundance of nature with the Cheltenham Park which is just two streets away. That has a playground, an off leash dog area, and the Jack Barker Oval.

Within a 10-minute car drive are the beaches of&nbsp;Mentone, Sandringham and Black Rock.

Residents can shop, wine and dine at the nearby Westfield Southland Shopping Centre, one of the biggest shopping centres in Australia by size.

The Westfield Southland is a 16-minute walk away and home to Kmart, clothing stores, electronics outlets, diverse cuisine restaurants, and the Village Cinemas.

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A quick five-minute car ride in the opposite direction leads to Mentone Centre along Nepean Highway, where Bunnings, Petbarn, Rebel, and an Aldi are conveniently located. Further to the east of Banksia is DFO Moorabbin, completing the retail needs of residents from every direction.

Families would also appreciate the best colleges and education facilities surrounding the property.

Banksia is only 130 metres from Cheltenham Primary School and less than two kilometres from Our Lady of the Assumption School and Kilbreda College.

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The residences feature flexible floor plans, complemented by a landscaped private outdoor area overlooking Charman Road. Banksia allows buyers to tailor their plans to meet specific bespoke requirements.

Each apartment incorporates energy-efficient features, integrated heating and cooling systems, and basement facilities for car charging.

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Banksia' location is one of its standout features, just a five-minute walk from Cheltenham Train Station and centrally positioned between green open spaces, vibrant retail and diverse dining options

A golfer's and commuter's paradise: Banksia Cheltenham's prime location

Wanda Terraces, developer Platinum's residential development of only 24 apartments in the heart of Caulfield North, will rise from its Hawthorn Road location by early 2025.

Wanda Terraces has 24 two and three-bedroom apartments starting from a generous 90 sqm, ranging in size to 262 sqm. Each apartment has two bathrooms and two secure parking spaces.

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Inspired by the heritage and distinct character of Caulfield North's tree-lined streets, architectural practice Ewert Leaf merges classic and contemporary architectural elements and materials into an understated façade wrapped in textural elements of raw concrete, natural timber and metal accents draped in lush, cascading greenery.

"We have created a unique sense of luxury in one of Melbourne’s most desirable locations," said Ewert Leaf Director&nbsp;Cathryn Tattersall, while Will Leaf said the aim was to create a collection of homes with a point of difference and exclusivity.

Inside the Wanda Terraces apartments, residents will enjoy bespoke detailing and refined fittings, fixtures and finishes - pale oak flooring and textured stone surfaces - and cutting-edge home technology like biometric finger access and an app-enabled video intercom.&nbsp;

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The apartments have an open floor layout where the oversized living, designer kitchen and dining area open into expansive private ground-floor courtyards or elevated terraces. These outdoor spaces overlook established gardens and the lush expanse of Caulfield Park.

Wanda Terraces also boast electronic parcel lockers, electric car charging stations, number plate recognition and car and dog washing amenities.

Beyond the walls of Wanda Terraces, Malvern Central, Glenferrie Road Shopping Precinct, and High Street Shopping Village are only a five-minute car ride north from the property.&nbsp;

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Caulfield Park, the North Caulfield Medical Centre and several international cuisine restaurants, local grocers, bistros and bakery cafes can be found along the Hawthorn Road and Balaclava Road intersection south of the property.

For those who crave the sand and surf, the beach suburbs of St Kilda and Elwood are a quick 15-minute drive from the property.

With a tram stop right at the property's doorstep and Malvern Train Station just 500 metres away, commuting eight kilometres southeast to the CBD or exploring neighbouring suburbs has never been more accessible.

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"We have created a unique sense of luxury in one of Melbourne’s most desirable locations," said Ewert Leaf Director Cathryn Tattersall

"Aiming to create a point of difference and exclusivity": Inside Caulfield North's Wanda Terraces

Not often does a boutique 13-level building come to South Perth.

Developer Devwest will have one of the only mid-rise buildings in the area when they complete One Richardson in mid-2024.

The Richardson Street project, designed by MJA Studio, will comprise 75 one, two and three-bedroom apartments, and a handful of two-level penthouses. Over 70 per cent of the apartments have already been snapped up.

Not only is it a rare offering given its size, it's also the location that makes One Richardson stand out. The project&nbsp;fronts an expansive public open space, offering a unique blend of park-facing apartments and unobstructed river views - a rare feature typically associated with high-rise developments.

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Positioned above a ground-floor cafe and a welcoming resident's lobby, each apartment has been thoughtfully designed to cater to various lifestyles and buyer preferences.

Every apartment features open-plan living spaces that optimise natural light, accompanied by spacious balconies that offer a vantage point for taking in the surrounding views.&nbsp;

The kitchen features quality appliances, ample countertop space, soft-close doors, and other practical details.&nbsp;

Designer bathrooms are appointed with quality finishes, fostering a relaxing atmosphere.

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Conveniently located at the intersection of Richardson Street and Melville Parade, One Richardson provides sweeping views of the Swan River from the spacious residents-only lounge deck on the third floor, with barbecue facilities and lush landscaping.

The development is equipped with an on-site solar PV system, communal EV charging bays within the car park, EV-ready infrastructure with options to purchase a private EV charger, super-fast broadband, and discounted electricity.

Buyers at One Richardson currently qualify for the new WAStamp Duty Concession, offering up to a 75% reduction in stamp duty costs, capped at $50,000* during the construction phase.

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Developer Devwest will have one of the only mid-rise buildings in the area when they complete One Richardson in mid-2024

Devwest to bring rare boutique apartment building to South Perth

<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.

Mikah

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