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Award-winning development <a href="/news/osk-property-s-double-win-for-melbourne-square-at-asia-pacific-property-awards">Melbourne Square</a> has garnered significant popularity thanks to the building’s innovative design, and the ability to accommodate a broad range of buyer requirements. Currently sitting at 75% sold, Melbourne Square has seen a new purchasing trend, with 19 full-sized apartments being converted into 9 “super apartments”.

Multiple families have purchased two or more properties to create semi-detached residences, with many buyers noting that the second property will provide an additional private dwelling for grandparents.

CBRE’s Managing Director of Residential Projects Victoria, Andrew Leoncelli suggested that parents are generally working longer hours to keep up with the soaring cost of living.

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“With parents working longer hours and the high cost of living, creating combination apartments for family makes sense as it shares the cost of the purchase and long-term, the cost of childcare is negated.”
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- CBRE’s Managing Director of Residential Projects Victoria, Andrew Leoncelli

To date, over $78 million worth of real estate has been sold to purchasers who bought more than one apartment.

One buyer in particular purchased six apartments across two floors, to convert into three generous 3-bedroom residences. One will house the buyer and his wife, another will be for his adult daughter and the third for his son and his family.

<blockquote>
“People are applying the hotel concept of adjoining rooms to the residential apartment market and creating semi-detached sky-homes that equally provide privacy and connection to the larger family unit.”
</blockquote>

- CBRE’s Managing Director of Residential Projects Victoria, Andrew Leoncelli

Multi-generational living is on the rise globally, with new design initiatives being taken to produce family-friendly apartments, which cater to a range of ages, family sizes and requirements.

Manisha Patel, a senior partner with British firm PRP Architects, fears that cities could be becoming segregated by age. 

<blockquote>
“Manchester city centre is packed with one- and two-bedroom flats, but I’m not sure you see a huge amount of families when you walk around. This is where intergenerational living comes in. How do you reduce loneliness? We need to mix young and old together.”
</blockquote>

- Manisha Patel, Partner with PRP Architects via <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/society/2019/mar/10/rise-of-multigenerational-family-living">The Guardian</a>

In 2011 the <a href="https://www.bhg.com.au/multigenerational-homes-australia">Australian Bureau of Statistics</a> reported that 531,000 people were living in a shared household – a number which the ABS predict to increase to 781,000 or more by 2036. It will be interesting to see the way new developments cater to a shift in requirements of buyers.

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<h2>First look at Melbourne Square’s super apartments:</h2>

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<h2>ABOUT MELBOURNE SQUARE</h2>

Melbourne Square will feature six towers which will comprise of retail, commercial, residential and hospitality tenants. The development offers extensive amenity and parklands, as well as being situated in a central CBD location, acting as the gateway to the arts precinct, within walking distance to the Yarra River and Royal Botanic Gardens.

The 14,700 square metres of public and private amenity includes landscaped gardens, swimming pools, gyms, on-site retail and dining.

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“Melbourne Square’s park will be the largest new architecturally significant park in Melbourne for many years, delivering extensive green space to Southbank for the first time in decades and contributing to the greening of this area underway... The park will anchor what is shaping up to be a thriving and friendly vertical neighbourhood comprising families, young couples and older generations who all see the vision for this area.”
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- Chairman of OSK Property, Tan Sri Ong Leong Huat
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Greenland Australia’s latest milestone development <a href="/buildings/omnia-226-victoria-street-potts-point">Omnia</a> in Potts Point, Sydney, is due to welcome new residents to its luxury penthouse suite The Regal. Having recently completed construction of the 294 square metre, twin level residence, the developers have shared some photos of the finished apartment with Urban.com.au. 

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“It’s great to have the opportunity to showcase our first completed penthouse, which perfectly demonstrates our expertise in delivering premium luxury residences for the most discerning of buyers."
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- Sherwood Luo, Greenland Australia’s Managing Director

<h2>EXCLUSIVE PHOTOS OF THE REGAL PENTHOUSE</h2>

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<figcaption>Credit: Greenland Australia</figcaption></figure><figure><a class="colorbox colorbox-insert-image" href="https://res.cloudinary.com/dz9xllyip/image/fetch/q_auto:good/https://s3-ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/www.urban.com.au/s3fs-public/pictures/article-images/screen_shot_2019-06-07_at_3.18.23_pm.png" rel="gallery-all" title="Credit: Greenland Australia"><img alt="Credit: Greenland Australia" class="image-article-full-width-580px" src="/s3/files/styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/screen_shot_2019-06-07_at_3.18.23_pm.png?itok=yejkR7FV" style="width: 580px; height: 386px;" title="Credit: Greenland Australia"></a>

<figcaption>Credit: Greenland Australia</figcaption></figure><figure><a class="colorbox colorbox-insert-image" href="https://res.cloudinary.com/dz9xllyip/image/fetch/q_auto:good/https://s3-ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/www.urban.com.au/s3fs-public/pictures/article-images/screen_shot_2019-06-07_at_3.18.32_pm.png" rel="gallery-all" title="Credit: Greenland Australia"><img alt="Credit: Greenland Australia" class="image-article-full-width-580px" src="/s3/files/styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/screen_shot_2019-06-07_at_3.18.32_pm.png?itok=zY0cclqN" style="width: 580px; height: 383px;" title="Credit: Greenland Australia"></a>

<figcaption>Credit: Greenland Australia</figcaption></figure><figure><a class="colorbox colorbox-insert-image" href="https://res.cloudinary.com/dz9xllyip/image/fetch/q_auto:good/https://s3-ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/www.urban.com.au/s3fs-public/pictures/article-images/screen_shot_2019-06-07_at_3.18.44_pm.png" rel="gallery-all" title="Credit: Greenland Australia"><img alt="Credit: Greenland Australia" class="image-article-full-width-580px" src="/s3/files/styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/screen_shot_2019-06-07_at_3.18.44_pm.png?itok=bfH4wgJV" style="width: 580px; height: 187px;" title="Credit: Greenland Australia"></a>

<figcaption>Credit: Greenland Australia</figcaption></figure><figure><a class="colorbox colorbox-insert-image" href="https://res.cloudinary.com/dz9xllyip/image/fetch/q_auto:good/https://s3-ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/www.urban.com.au/s3fs-public/pictures/article-images/screen_shot_2019-06-07_at_3.18.53_pm.png" rel="gallery-all" title="Credit: Greenland Australia"><img alt="Credit: Greenland Australia" class="image-article-full-width-580px" src="/s3/files/styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/screen_shot_2019-06-07_at_3.18.53_pm.png?itok=EeC7MPzf" style="width: 580px; height: 286px;" title="Credit: Greenland Australia"></a>

<figcaption>Credit: Greenland Australia</figcaption></figure><h2>THREE PENTHOUSES WITHIN THE OMNIA COMPLEX</h2>

<h2>THE REGAL</h2>

The Regal has been designed to the unique configuration requested by the buyer and features four bedrooms – each with an en-suite. Studioaria was tasked with the design of the interiors of the apartments, which feature bespoke joinery, custom carpets, a silk feature wall, leather panelling and luxurious golden tapware.

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“Our design paid homage to the many beautiful Art Deco buildings in the precinct – this was reflected in the custom-made carpets, wall panelling, wall coverings and light fixtures… it’s quite refreshing to see Art Deco inspired details utilised in a contemporary building of this nature.”
</blockquote>

- Paul Greenwood, Director, Studioaria

The apartment also features an expansive lounge, with an organic indoor-outdoor flow and built-in BBQ. A designer kitchen with Gaggenau appliances is situated as the centrepiece of the living area, providing the perfect space to entertain.

<blockquote>
“The client’s brief required a flow from the living and dining areas through to the terrace to create a fluid interaction of space, which is perfect for entertaining – we’re proud to say this has been achieved to great effect.”
</blockquote>

- Paul Greenwood, Director, Studioaria

<blockquote>
“The buyer of this penthouse is delighted with the result and looks forward to entertaining friends and family and taking advantage of having such close proximity to the Sydney CBD and surrounding suburbs.”
</blockquote>

- Sherwood Luo, Greenland Australia’s Managing Director

Smart-home technology systems have been installed, including the C-bus home automation system (which controls lights, curtains etc.) and a Samsung biometric fingerprint keypad and Bluetooth front door access system.

<h2>THE ROYAL</h2>

The Royal is the second sold penthouse apartment within the Omnia complex. Featuring a sculptural helical staircase surrounding a cylindrical lift, the four-bedroom, four bathroom apartment is nothing short of lavish. The penthouse was sold in March this year to a couple from Sydney who purchased the property for $14,250,000 – which equates to a staggering $50,000 per square meter. The couple also purchased a second 2-bedroom apartment in the same building for their adult children, resulting in a combined sale of $16 million.

<h2>THE NOBEL</h2>

The final penthouse on offer, The Nobel, is still on the market and has been designed with reference to the elegance of The Hamptons’ coastal beach house retreats. The Nobel features a freestanding bathtub in the master bedroom, as well as a jacuzzi on the terrace.

<h2>ABOUT <a href="/buildings/omnia-226-victoria-street-potts-point">OMNIA</a></h2>

The $262 million development was brought to fruition by developers Greenland Australia under the architectural lead of Durbach Block Jaggers. The building is situated between Victoria Street and Darlinghurst Road in Potts Point and features a curvaceous hourglass shaped façade. Residents can enjoy convenient access to the on-site Woolworths supermarket, as well as speciality stores and restaurants on Level One.

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First look at Omnia’s The Regal penthouse before buyers move in

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Prioritising unique experiences over the standard amenities, <a href="/new-apartments/66-lygon-street-carlton">Zagame’s House</a> redefines what a boutique hotel looks like. With exciting cultural events, local art installations, an in-house wine sommelier and iridescent selfie lighting in each suite, the new 97-room boutique hotel masterfully breaks the cookie-cutter approach to regular amenity offerings and creates a truly Melbourne experience.

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<figcaption>Zagame's House lobby</figcaption></figure>Zagame’s House is the newly renovated development which occupies a prominent Lygon Street site. The property has been owned by the Zagame family for 16 years and is set within the lively cultural hub of <a href="/new-apartments/carlton-vic-3053">Carlton</a>.

<a href="/">Apartments.com.au</a> was recently invited to take a tour of Zagame’s House within a few days of the hotel opening, and we were impressed by the way the team have created an entirely new experience within the hospitality sector.

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SUSTAINABILITY 

With sustainability taking a central focus in the fit-out of Zagame’s House, it was great to discover the effort taken by the company to adopt sustainable practices in all areas of operation - from cleaning systems right through to food preparation.

Zagame’s House uses Nanotechnology coatings on all bathroom surfaces within the hotel, to provide an antibacterial layer of protection, which reduces the need for cleaning chemical use. In addition to this cutting-edge technology, Zagame’s House has also adopted an eWater sterilisation system which works by combining water, salt and an electrical charge to split positive and negative ions into two highly effective methods of cleaning: alkaline for all-purpose cleaning and acidic for sanitising. Other sustainability systems in place include low flow faucets in bathrooms, recycling and waste reduction programmes and low food waste strategy through the use of fresh seasonal produce. The hotel management also welcomes guest feedback with regard to new environmentally friendly initiatives to help reach the company's sustainability goals.

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ART

Another feature the hotel embraces is art and culture. Commissioned work featured around the hotel includes works by the likes of Ryan Foote, Rosie Wood, Lulu Zagame and Karl Gordon. Majority of the designer furnishing were sourced by the Zagame brothers, and a range of books and trinkets fill shelves throughout the hotel, providing elements of curiosity and encouraging guest to feel at home.

<figure><a class="colorbox colorbox-insert-image" href="https://res.cloudinary.com/dz9xllyip/image/fetch/q_auto:good/https://s3-ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/www.urban.com.au/s3fs-public/pictures/article-images/img_0123.jpg" rel="gallery-all" title="Work by Rosie Wood"><img alt="Work by Rosie Wood" class="image-article-full-width-580px" src="/s3/files/styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/img_0123.jpg?itok=r9uW82DS" style="width: 580px; height: 773px;" title="Work by Rosie Wood"></a>

<figcaption>Work by Rosie Wood</figcaption></figure><figure><a class="colorbox colorbox-insert-image" href="https://res.cloudinary.com/dz9xllyip/image/fetch/q_auto:good/https://s3-ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/www.urban.com.au/s3fs-public/pictures/article-images/img_0124.jpg" rel="gallery-all" title="Work by Lulu Zagame"><img alt="Work by Lulu Zagame" class="image-article-full-width-580px" src="/s3/files/styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/img_0124.jpg?itok=ybXXQMxz" style="width: 580px; height: 773px;" title="Work by Lulu Zagame"></a>

<figcaption>Work by Lulu Zagame</figcaption></figure><figure><a class="colorbox colorbox-insert-image" href="https://res.cloudinary.com/dz9xllyip/image/fetch/q_auto:good/https://s3-ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/www.urban.com.au/s3fs-public/pictures/article-images/img_0125.jpg" rel="gallery-all" title="Work by Karl Gordon"><img alt="Work by Karl Gordon" class="image-article-full-width-580px" src="/s3/files/styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/img_0125.jpg?itok=DzuTFycs" style="width: 580px; height: 773px;" title="Work by Karl Gordon"></a>

<figcaption>Work by Karl Gordon</figcaption></figure><figure><a class="colorbox colorbox-insert-image" href="https://res.cloudinary.com/dz9xllyip/image/fetch/q_auto:good/https://s3-ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/www.urban.com.au/s3fs-public/pictures/article-images/screen_shot_2019-06-07_at_11.52.32_am.png" rel="gallery-all" title="Work by Ryan Foote"><img alt="Work by Ryan Foote" class="image-article-full-width-580px" src="/s3/files/styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/screen_shot_2019-06-07_at_11.52.32_am.png?itok=gQlByV6h" style="width: 580px; height: 582px;" title="Work by Ryan Foote"></a>

<figcaption>Work by Ryan Foote</figcaption></figure><hr>
AMENITY

Rather than following the customary approach to hotel amenity choices, Zagame’s House priorities experiences over equipment. Lord Lygon is the luxury in-house wine bar which houses a comprehensive wine catalogue as well as a resident wine sommelier. Guests and locals will be invited to share evenings sampling the finest vino, enjoy local cuisine prepared by world-class chefs, and host meetings in style.

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"My favourite part about the Lord Lygon wine bar is the relaxed atmosphere, all day dining, cosy feeling and a really ergonomically designed bar and dining area."
</blockquote>

- Marcus Radny, Manager and Sommelier (ex-Royal Mail Hotel)

The hotel’s lobby could easily be mistaken for a luxury lounge, with roaring fires, plush lounge suites and an elegant bar serving top quality coffee and desserts. Guests will also be invited to attend a range of events from art exhibitions to masterclasses, as well as the opportunity to host business conferences or even weddings. Each room also contains a glowing selfie/makeup mirror, Marshall Bluetooth sound system, a cocktail making kit, Cowshed beauty products and plenty more to be discovered.

<figure><a class="colorbox colorbox-insert-image" href="https://res.cloudinary.com/dz9xllyip/image/fetch/q_auto:good/https://s3-ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/www.urban.com.au/s3fs-public/pictures/article-images/img_0119_2.jpg" rel="gallery-all"><img alt="Marshall bluetooth speakers in each room" class="image-article-full-width-580px" src="/s3/files/styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/img_0119_2.jpg?itok=KUNILZeE" style="width: 580px; height: 773px;"></a>

<figcaption>Marshall Bluetooth speakers in each room</figcaption></figure><figure><a class="colorbox colorbox-insert-image" href="https://res.cloudinary.com/dz9xllyip/image/fetch/q_auto:good/https://s3-ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/www.urban.com.au/s3fs-public/pictures/article-images/img_0121_2.jpg" rel="gallery-all" title="Glowing mirrors"><img alt="Glowing mirrors" class="image-article-full-width-580px" src="/s3/files/styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/img_0121_2.jpg?itok=rhqpclJc" style="width: 580px; height: 773px;" title="Glowing mirrors"></a>

<figcaption>Glowing mirrors</figcaption></figure><figure><a class="colorbox colorbox-insert-image" href="https://res.cloudinary.com/dz9xllyip/image/fetch/q_auto:good/https://s3-ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/www.urban.com.au/s3fs-public/pictures/article-images/img_0122_2.jpg" rel="gallery-all" title="In-room cocktail bars"><img alt="In-room cocktail bars" class="image-article-full-width-580px" src="/s3/files/styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/img_0122_2.jpg?itok=j5gh6JZt" style="width: 580px; height: 435px;" title="In-room cocktail bars"></a>

<figcaption>In-room cocktail bars</figcaption></figure><figure><a class="colorbox colorbox-insert-image" href="https://res.cloudinary.com/dz9xllyip/image/fetch/q_auto:good/https://s3-ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/www.urban.com.au/s3fs-public/pictures/article-images/img_0120.jpg" rel="gallery-all" title="Cowshed products"><img alt="Cowshed products" class="image-article-full-width-580px" src="/s3/files/styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/img_0120.jpg?itok=lUzuKURH" style="width: 580px; height: 773px;" title="Cowshed products"></a>

<figcaption>Cowshed products</figcaption></figure>Lead image credit: Zagame's House
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Zagame’s House challenges the norm of hotel amenity offerings

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Modest <a href="/new-apartments">apartments </a>are great, they take less time to clean, have a smaller footprint, it’s easier to find things and encourage a more minimal lifestyle. However, when it comes to creating the greatest sense of space, it’s important to think tactically about how you arrange your furnishings. 

<img alt="11 Small Apartment Ideas: Create more space following these simple steps" src="https://s3-ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/www.urban.com.au/s3fs-public/pictures/article-images/giphy.gif" style="width: 800px; height: 400px;">

<h2>#1 Keep furniture off the floor</h2>

<figure><a class="colorbox colorbox-insert-image" href="https://res.cloudinary.com/dz9xllyip/image/fetch/q_auto:good/https://s3-ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/www.urban.com.au/s3fs-public/pictures/article-images/screen_shot_2019-06-05_at_4.22.03_pm.png" rel="gallery-all"><img alt="The Langston Tower" class="image-article-full-width-580px" src="/s3/files/styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/screen_shot_2019-06-05_at_4.22.03_pm.png?itok=mHM9q95K" style="width: 580px; height: 312px;"></a></figure>Large, cumbersome furniture can look heavy-set and take up valuable space, but raising couches, coffee tables, dressers and storage units off the floor can create a lighter, more open aesthetic.

Image credit: <a href="/buildings/the-langston-epping-12-22-langston-place-epping">CBRE</a>

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<h2>#2 Use rugs to define separate zones</h2>

<figure><a class="colorbox colorbox-insert-image" href="https://res.cloudinary.com/dz9xllyip/image/fetch/q_auto:good/https://s3-ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/www.urban.com.au/s3fs-public/pictures/article-images/hutomo-abrianto-576207-unsplash_0.jpg" rel="gallery-all"><img alt="Use rugs to define separate zones" class="image-article-full-width-580px" src="/s3/files/styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/hutomo-abrianto-576207-unsplash_0.jpg?itok=KJd7nORC" style="width: 580px; height: 870px;"></a></figure>By carefully delineating individual zones using rugs and furniture, you can make your apartment appear to have more rooms, without any walls. Curate each space by choosing patterns, textures and colours that compliment each other and have a good sense of cohesion.

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<h2>#3 Find elegant modern furniture </h2>

<figure><a class="colorbox colorbox-insert-image" href="https://res.cloudinary.com/dz9xllyip/image/fetch/q_auto:good/https://s3-ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/www.urban.com.au/s3fs-public/pictures/article-images/curology-1540945-unsplash.jpg" rel="gallery-all"><img alt=" Find modern furniture with clean lines" class="image-article-full-width-580px" src="/s3/files/styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/curology-1540945-unsplash.jpg?itok=4C2KQEHc" style="width: 580px; height: 387px;"></a></figure>Less is more when it comes to interior design, so choosing minimalist furniture will create a more relaxing space, especially in smaller apartments. Opt for curves, crisp edges and simple patterns.

<hr>
<h2>#4 Use vertical space</h2>

<figure><a class="colorbox colorbox-insert-image" href="https://res.cloudinary.com/dz9xllyip/image/fetch/q_auto:good/https://s3-ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/www.urban.com.au/s3fs-public/pictures/article-images/chris-knight-458509-unsplash.jpg" rel="gallery-all"><img alt="Use vertical space" class="image-article-full-width-580px" src="/s3/files/styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/chris-knight-458509-unsplash.jpg?itok=ty0EadU9" style="width: 580px; height: 387px;"></a></figure>Find a slim bookshelf, install floating shelves and double stack your washer and dryer to create more floor space. The most effective way to adopt this technique is by using a neutral colour palette and only using certain walls to avoid creating a boxed-in effect.

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<h2>#5 Install a mezzanine </h2>

<figure><a class="colorbox colorbox-insert-image" href="https://res.cloudinary.com/dz9xllyip/image/fetch/q_auto:good/https://s3-ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/www.urban.com.au/s3fs-public/pictures/article-images/a-cozy-loft.jpg" rel="gallery-all"><img alt="Install a mezzanine " class="image-article-full-width-580px" src="/s3/files/styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/a-cozy-loft.jpg?itok=SgprQccR" style="width: 580px; height: 432px;"></a></figure>If your apartment lacks storage options, you may wish to have a mezzanine built to provide extra floor space for sleep, work or storage depending on your requirements and ability to gain building consent. A mezzanine effectively utilises vertical space and gives you the ability to shift any clutter away from eye-level.

Image credit: <a href="https://www.thesleepjudge.com/mezzanine-bedroom-ideas/">The Sleep Judge</a>

<hr>
<h2>#6 Look for dual-purpose furniture</h2>

<figure><a class="colorbox colorbox-insert-image" href="https://res.cloudinary.com/dz9xllyip/image/fetch/q_auto:good/https://s3-ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/www.urban.com.au/s3fs-public/pictures/article-images/307337_3_800.jpeg" rel="gallery-all"><img alt="Dual-use furniture" class="image-article-full-width-580px" src="/s3/files/styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/307337_3_800.jpeg?itok=nN9NnhC9" style="width: 580px; height: 389px;"></a></figure><figure><a class="colorbox colorbox-insert-image" href="https://res.cloudinary.com/dz9xllyip/image/fetch/q_auto:good/https://s3-ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/www.urban.com.au/s3fs-public/pictures/article-images/furniture-kit.jpeg" rel="gallery-all"><img alt="Dual-use furniture" class="image-article-full-width-580px" src="/s3/files/styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/furniture-kit.jpeg?itok=cs1BdPfW" style="width: 580px; height: 363px;"></a></figure>As the demand for multi-purpose furniture rises, designers are coming up with exciting, innovative designs. From hollow ottomans to trundler sofas and collapsible desks, there are plenty of pieces on the market to choose from.

Image credit: <a href="https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/furniture-kit">Trend Hunter</a>

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<h2>#7 Convertible spaces</h2>

<img alt="11 Small Apartment Ideas: Create more space following these simple steps" src="https://s3-ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/www.urban.com.au/s3fs-public/pictures/article-images/07_0.gif" style="width: 1250px; height: 833px;">Similar to dual-purpose furniture, convertible spaces are a larger scale version which can involve constructing partial walls or manufacturing custom fittings. For example, architect <a href="/news/is-australia-ready-for-smaller-footprint-apartment-living">Jack Chen’s Type Street Apartment</a> (pictured) has an area which can accommodate three different uses: dining, television watching and work – all within a tiny square meterage. 

Image credit: <a href="https://www.tsaidesign.com.au/">Tsai Design</a>

<hr>
<h2>#8 Place art at eye level</h2>

<figure><a class="colorbox colorbox-insert-image" href="https://res.cloudinary.com/dz9xllyip/image/fetch/q_auto:good/https://s3-ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/www.urban.com.au/s3fs-public/pictures/article-images/naomi-hebert-188183-unsplash_0.jpg" rel="gallery-all"><img alt="Place art at eye level" class="image-article-full-width-580px" src="/s3/files/styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/naomi-hebert-188183-unsplash_0.jpg?itok=Pktf7IYc" style="width: 580px; height: 385px;"></a></figure>The general rule of thumb is that the artwork should measure 57 inches from the ground to meet the average eye level. By placing the work at this height means it can be viewed comfortably and ensures the room is well balanced.

<hr>
<h2>#9 Give unused spaces a purpose</h2>

<figure><a class="colorbox colorbox-insert-image" href="https://res.cloudinary.com/dz9xllyip/image/fetch/q_auto:good/https://s3-ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/www.urban.com.au/s3fs-public/pictures/article-images/element5-digital-685202-unsplash.jpg" rel="gallery-all"><img alt="Give unused spaces a purpose" class="image-article-full-width-580px" src="/s3/files/styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/element5-digital-685202-unsplash.jpg?itok=fbtaTbY6" style="width: 580px; height: 869px;"></a></figure>If you have a clear space in your apartment, avoid filling it with just anything and think about how the area could be used effectively. 

<hr>
<h2>#10 Use mirrors</h2>

<figure><a class="colorbox colorbox-insert-image" href="https://res.cloudinary.com/dz9xllyip/image/fetch/q_auto:good/https://s3-ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/www.urban.com.au/s3fs-public/pictures/article-images/andres-jasso-1159235-unsplash.jpg" rel="gallery-all"><img alt="Use mirrors" class="image-article-full-width-580px" src="/s3/files/styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/andres-jasso-1159235-unsplash.jpg?itok=KYaPOkZr" style="width: 580px; height: 812px;"></a></figure>Mirrors are great for adding the illusion of space, especially in narrow corridors or hallways. Avoid placing in direct sunlight.

<hr>
<h2>#11 Consider installing a mural</h2>

<figure><a class="colorbox colorbox-insert-image" href="https://res.cloudinary.com/dz9xllyip/image/fetch/q_auto:good/https://s3-ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/www.urban.com.au/s3fs-public/pictures/article-images/roberto-nickson-1070143-unsplash.jpg" rel="gallery-all"><img alt="Consider installing a mural" class="image-article-full-width-580px" src="/s3/files/styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/roberto-nickson-1070143-unsplash.jpg?itok=jgbvE470" style="width: 580px; height: 387px;"></a></figure>Printing or painting a floor to ceiling mural can be a unique way to add character to your apartment, as well as giving the illusion of grandeur. Choose subtle colours and textures which are peaceful to look at.

Lead image: Jack Chen's Type Street Apartment
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11 Small Apartment Ideas: Create more space following these simple steps

14 steps to making your brand-new apartment feel like home

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This week Olivia is joined by Kate Harris, CEO of Good Environmental Choice Australia. Kate discusses the importance of transparency in supply chains, digital documentation of materials used in construction and more.

Note: The podcast was recorded prior to Kate's DesignBUILD seminar, which has now passed.

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Podcast - Episode 52: GECA CEO Kate Harris

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<a href="https://www.premier.vic.gov.au/new-laws-pass-protecting-victorian-homeowners/">New laws have been passed</a> in Victoria under the Andrews Labor Government with the intent to protect <a href="/new-apartments">off-the-plan</a> buyers against negligent sunset clause arrangements, among other new bills included in <a href="https://www.parliament.vic.gov.au/legislation/343-legislation-and-bills/articles/1824-bills-this-week">The Sale of Land Amendment Bill 2019</a>.

The new sunset clause regulations will retrospectively come into effect from 23rd August 2018, ensuring both current and future <a href="/new-apartments">off-the-plan</a> homeowners will be covered.

Up until now, developers have been able to include a sunset clause provision in <a href="/new-apartments">off-the-plan</a> contracts, meaning that they can terminate the contract where the plan of subdivision hasn’t been registered by a specific date. This has led to exploitation by some accounts whereby the developer has deliberately delayed delivery of a project to terminate <a href="/new-apartments">off-the-plan</a> contracts and then resell the apartment for a higher price.

The new initiative will mean developers may only exercise a sunset clause if written consent is provided by the buyer or Supreme Court of Victoria.

<blockquote>
“We’re ensuring that current or future homeowners aren’t being ripped off by dishonest developers, being misled about the history of their property and that vendors who do the wrong thing are punished accordingly.”
</blockquote>

- Minister for Consumer Affairs Marlene Kairouz

New laws will also:

<ul>
<li>Prohibit public auctions of land before 1 pm on Anzac Day, bringing the industry into line with the standard restricted business hours for the day</li>
	<li>Strengthen the existing requirement for vendors or real estate agents to disclose material facts about a property, and enable guidelines to detail what a material fact is likely to be (for example, a property’s past history as a clandestine drug laboratory or the site of a homicide)</li>
	<li>Introduce greater protections for people who purchase options to buy land as part of a land banking scheme, including requiring money paid for options to be held in a trust</li>
	<li>Prohibit certain terms contracts and rent-to-buy arrangements, with significant fines and potential jail time for vendors and third-party intermediaries to act as a strong deterrent.</li>
</ul>
<blockquote>
“Knowing they have the law behind them will give families and young people peace of mind when investing in the often-intimidating property market.”
</blockquote>

- Minister for Consumer Affairs Marlene Kairouz
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New changes to sunset clause provide more protection to Victorian off-the-plan buyers

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Congratulations are in order for the <a href="/developers/osk-property">OSK Property</a>, <a href="/architects/cox-architecture">Cox Architecture</a>, <a href="/architects/carr-design">Carr</a>, T.L.C and Sinclair Brook teams for an impressive double win at the 2019/20 Asia Pacific Property Awards. <a href="/">Apartments.com.au</a> reported on OSK Property’s nominations for their <a href="/buildings/melbourne-square-93-119-kavanagh-street-southbank">latest six-tower development</a> Melbourne Square <a href="/news/osk-property-s-melbourne-square-gains-double-nomination-for-prestigious-international-property-awards">back in March this year</a>, when the project was still in early stages of construction. The team were awarded best ‘Mixed-use Development’ and ‘Residential High-Rise Architecture’ at the ceremony held in Bangkok recently.

The $2.8 billion project was put under the scrutiny of 80 industry professionals, including members of the UK’s House of Lords – Lord Caithness, Lord Best, The Earl of Liverpool and Lord Thurso.

Previous winners of the prestigious awards include London’s iconic Kings Cross Gasworks, the Royal Academy of Music and Heathrow Airport.

<blockquote>
“This award places Melbourne Square among some of the world’s most significant projects that have redefined the bounds of architecture and reinvigorated city precincts. It is a rarity to be recognised for two awards - we are most proud of this achievement and hope that our future occupants share our excitement at these wins.”
</blockquote>

Tan Sri Ong Leong Huat, Chairman of OSK Property

Melbourne Square was selected due to the clever design approach to creating a truly integrated precinct, featuring public spaces available for community use, childcare facilities, hotel, residential, office and retail spaces.

<blockquote>
“Melbourne Square will not only deliver a beautiful addition to Melbourne’s skyline but provide transformative public space that residents and the surrounding community will be able to enjoy as part of the enhanced arts precinct.”
</blockquote>

Tan Sri Ong Leong Huat, Chairman of OSK Property

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<h2>Melbourne Square’s current status at a glance:</h2>

<ul>
<li>The first stage (1,054 <a href="/new-apartments">off-the-plan</a> apartments) are 75% sold</li>
	<li>19 apartments worth a total $32 million have been combined into 9 ‘super-homes’ as buyers purchase multiple properties within the complex</li>
	<li>New ‘Couture Series’ apartments have been released and will include 3, 4 and 5-bedroom configurations on levels 55 through 68</li>
	<li>Luxury penthouses have been built on levels 67 and 68, with the option to combine them into a 1,200 square metre retreat for a cool $25 million</li>
	<li>Construction on both towers is underway</li>
	<li>
<a href="/builders/multiplex">Multiplex</a> has recently completed level 21 of the core, and level 15 of the slab, as well as extensive glazing on lower levels</li>
	<li>Melbourne Square’s public park is also under construction (due to open late 2019)</li>
</ul>
<h2>APARTMENT DESIGN RENDERS</h2>
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OSK Property’s double win for Melbourne Square at Asia Pacific Property Awards

NEW PHOTOS: Latest construction update of 7 QLD projects

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.

[smartcode_project:default project_id=5743 project_image_fid=372394]

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.

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