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For a cool $5 million, you could experience a lifetime of royal treatment, including private drivers, Vue De Monde sommeliers upon request and even a book collection curated by none other than the Queen’s personal librarian.

<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/gurn10030_the_esplanade_ia01_arrival.jpg" rel="gallery-all" title="Personal drivers available for residents. Credit: Gurner"><img alt="" class="image-article-full-width-580px" height="348" src="/s3/files/styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/gurn10030_the_esplanade_ia01_arrival.jpg?itok=Eg3ChJIt" title="Personal drivers available for residents. Credit: Gurner" width="580"></a>

<figcaption>Personal drivers are available for residents. Credit: Gurner</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/gurn10030_the_esplanade_ia02_reception_concierge.jpg" rel="gallery-all" title="Reception and 24 hour concierge. Credit: Gurner"><img alt="" class="image-article-full-width-580px" height="276" src="/s3/files/styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/gurn10030_the_esplanade_ia02_reception_concierge.jpg?itok=tcEmB3-T" title="Reception and 24 hour concierge. Credit: Gurner" width="580"></a>

<figcaption>Reception and 24-hour concierge. Credit: Gurner</figcaption></figure>The recently announced <a href="/buildings/saint-moritz-st-kilda-14-16-the-esplanade-st-kilda">Saint Moritz by GurnerTM</a> development will feature 120 luxury residences, and Melbourne’s next most expensive penthouse, which sold off-the-plan for $30 million. Fender Katsalidis Architects are appointed as lead architects for the project which will span three buildings – one of which is to be designed by Koichi Takada Architects.

The ambitious project aims to deliver a $150 million ‘Glass Cube’ entranceway, which has been modelled off Apple’s Fifth Avenue store in NYC, and over 5,000 square meters of hyper-luxury amenity.

<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/gurn10030_the_esplanade_ea02_arrival_cube.jpg" rel="gallery-all" title="Glass cube entranceway inspired by NYC's Fifth Avenue Apple store. Credit: Gurner"><img alt="" class="image-article-full-width-580px" height="644" src="/s3/files/styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/gurn10030_the_esplanade_ea02_arrival_cube.jpg?itok=tzwg-fxP" title="Glass cube entranceway inspired by NYC's Fifth Avenue Apple store. Credit: Gurner" width="580"></a>

<figcaption>Glass cube entranceway inspired by NYC's Fifth Avenue Apple store. Credit: Gurner</figcaption></figure>GurnerTM is striving to revolutionise resident amenity offerings, and create a 6-star hotel experience, 365 days a year. The property will feature its very own ‘residents only’ Gold Class Cinema, an in-house art curator, a 3,000-bottle wine cellar and a golf simulator. On-call health and wellness specialists will be available to residents round the clock should they require an in-house facialist, masseuses, personal trainer, nurse, medical practitioner and even a personal stylist. 

Situated in St Kilda, the building is set to commence construction on the former Novotel Hotel site, right on The Esplanade, and just a short stroll to the beach. 

<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/gurn10030_the_esplanade_ia23_hot_cold_spa.jpg" rel="gallery-all" title="The opulent spa facility. Credit: Gurner"><img alt="" class="image-article-full-width-580px" height="322" src="/s3/files/styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/gurn10030_the_esplanade_ia23_hot_cold_spa.jpg?itok=kEcYRMD0" title="The opulent spa facility. Credit: Gurner" width="580"></a>

<figcaption>The opulent spa facility. Credit: Gurner</figcaption></figure>THE PENTHOUSE

Saint Moritz’s penthouse was quickly snapped up by Australian rich-lister Antony Catalano for his family. The property features seven large bedrooms, four living rooms and two pools. The two-storey cascading waterfall and floating fireplace exude modern opulence, and the built-in 1000-bottle wine cellar adds a notch of prestige to the already glamorous residence. The penthouse also contains an in-house sauna, gym, seven car garage and private lift access. However, you could argue that the best feature of the house is the Nero Marquina bathtub which contains 180º water views across St Kilda.

All off-the-plan Saint Moritz apartments will be on sale this June. 

Lead image credit: GurnerTM
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Olivia Round

Live like royalty in a $5 million St Kilda apartment

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A joint venture between Cbus Property and Scentre Group could see David Jones former men's clothing department become Sydney's next luxury destination. Plans have been lodged for an exciting $300 million transformation of the existing department store into a 49-storey multi-use tower which will also house Sydney's Flagship Westfield department store, and link to its neighbouring Westfield store via a pre-existing bridge and tunnel. 

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“At the heart of these plans is the unequalled opportunity to transform an iconic site from Sydney’s past into a contemporary precinct offering experiences and ambience that reflect the lifestyle and aspirations of our global city.”

- Greg Miles, Scentre Group Chief Operating Officer
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<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_2019-04-26_at_3.31.21_pm.png" rel="gallery-all" title="77 Market Street, design by FJMT. Credit: David Jones"><img alt="" class="image-article-full-width-580px" height="326" src="/s3/files/styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/screen_shot_2019-04-26_at_3.31.21_pm.png?itok=J5e12rh9" title="77 Market Street, design by FJMT. Credit: David Jones" width="580"></a>

<figcaption>77 Market Street, design by FJMT. Credit: FJMT</figcaption></figure>A design competition was held with award-winning architects selected to submit their vision for the new development including FJMT, Bates Smart, John Wardle Architects, Make Architects, Woods Bagot with AL_A, and Sydney Architecture Studio with OMA.

<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_2019-04-26_at_3.31.11_pm.png" rel="gallery-all" title="Selected design by FJMT. Credit David Jones"><img alt="" class="image-article-full-width-580px" height="323" src="https://s3-ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/www.urban.com.au/s3fs-public/styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/screen_shot_2019-04-26_at_3.31.11_pm.png?itok=9El6O3pH" title="Selected design by FJMT. Credit David Jones" width="580"></a>

<figcaption>Selected design by FJMT. Credit: FJMT</figcaption></figure>The selected design by FJMT has seamlessly interwoven the historical context of the existing building with a brand new 22-level modern tower set to sit atop the iconic building. Lower levels will house the new Westfield outlet and premium office space, while the new tower will feature 100 highly coveted boutique apartments. The apartments are positioned to boast spectacular views spanning the CBD, Sydney Harbour and Hyde Park. Strong market interest for collection of luxury apartments is to be expected due to the buildings unparalleled location, views and design. 

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"The addition of the residential tower to the existing building has been designed to have a striking presence on the Sydney CBD skyline.”

- Adrian Pozzo, Cbus Property Chief Executive
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After noticing a significant increase in demand for luxury goods by Westfield customers, the additional space will allow Westfield to increase its luxury collection to approximately 10,000 square metres over three levels.

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“Combined with the existing Westfield Sydney and David Jones’ $200 million investment into its Elizabeth Street store, the development of the David Jones Men’s store site will cement the precinct as Sydney’s pre-eminent luxury retail destination.”
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- Greg Miles, Scentre Group Chief Operating Officer

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The $300 million overhaul: A luxurious future for Sydney’s David Jones menswear store

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Creating an apartment building which will cater to every need of its inhabitants can be a challenging pursuit. However, Mirvac’s newest addition to its Tullamore precinct 'Folia Apartments' challenges this idea with a multitude of resident amenities including co-working facilities, private gardens and opportunities to entertain guests. 

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“We recognise that as the Tullamore community evolves, living options need to be more customisable, responsive and flexible. Mirvac Design has achieved this at Folia, with a diverse range of apartment configurations and generous floor plans that provide a genuine alternative to a traditional home.”
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- Elysa Anderson, Mirvac General Manager of Residential Victoria

The low-rise structure will feature 102 boutique apartments, ranging from one bedroom apartments through to 171 square meter penthouses will join Tullamore's Phoenix Apartments which are due for completion next month. The precinct will be replacing the former 47-hectare Eastern Golf Course in Melbourne’s Doncaster region, and will feature a Next Gen Health &amp; Lifestyle Club; cafes and restaurants; walking and cycling trails; indoor and outdoor pools; tennis courts; and even events hosted by Tullamore’s management. 

The Mirvac design team have taken into consideration the needs of owner-occupier buyers. Whether it be savvy first-home-buyers, down-sizers or those wanting a low-maintenance lifestyle, the design will offer something unique for everyone.

<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/mirvac_apartments_of_tullamore_folia_living.jpg" rel="gallery-all" title="Three bedroom and penthouse apartments offer the option to use timber flooring. Credit: Mirvac"><img alt="" class="image-article-full-width-580px" height="236" src="/s3/files/styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/mirvac_apartments_of_tullamore_folia_living.jpg?itok=MsP8biEk" title="Three bedroom and penthouse apartments offer the option to use timber flooring. Credit: Mirvac" width="580"></a>

<figcaption>Three bedroom and penthouse apartments offer the option to use timber flooring. Credit: Mirvac</figcaption></figure><blockquote>
“We listen and learn from our customers and there is demand in particular from downsizers who want an apartment tailored to their needs, as well as a secure, low-maintenance lifestyle within an established community. They want to remain in the area where they may have lived for the past 20 to 30 years, in an environment that fosters social connectivity and a healthy lifestyle."
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- Elysa Anderson, Mirvac General Manager of Residential Victoria

A semi-enclosed, generous entertaining area is located on the building’s rooftop and has been designed to ensure residents have somewhere private and relaxing to entertain friends. A kitchen, lounge and dining areas are available to book for events. The precinct itself also contains over 20% of green open spaces to be enjoyed by the community — including multiple BBQs, parks and picnic areas, perfect for alfresco dining. 

<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/mirvac_apartments_of_tullamore_folia_kitchen_garden.jpg" rel="gallery-all" title="Folia's luxurious shared dining area, surrounded by lush greenery. Credit: Mirvac"><img alt="" class="image-article-full-width-580px" height="331" src="/s3/files/styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/mirvac_apartments_of_tullamore_folia_kitchen_garden.jpg?itok=UMUWksMK" title="Folia's luxurious shared dining area, surrounded by lush greenery. Credit: Mirvac" width="580"></a>

<figcaption>Folia's luxurious shared dining area, surrounded by lush greenery. Credit: Mirvac</figcaption></figure>A co-working facility will give residents the flexibility to work from home, while a ground level kitchen garden will provide fresh produce year-round. Each balcony and terrace will feature large planter boxes for the keen gardener. Each kitchen will boast state-of-the-art Miele appliances, island benches and even the option to upgrade your appliances for those who seriously love cooking.

The design draws on inspiration from its surrounding landscape by using organic free-flowing curves and natural materials such as timber, soft grey terrazzo tile flooring as well as neutral colouring. Large stacker-slider doors and recessed downlights create a sense of space in each apartment, and an abundance of greenery inspires a relaxing and tranquil environment.

<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/mirvac_apartments_of_tullamore_folia_conservatory_1.jpg" rel="gallery-all" title="An apartment conservatory and kitchen area featuring terrazzo tiles. Credit: Mirvac"><img alt="" class="image-article-full-width-580px" height="386" src="/s3/files/styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/mirvac_apartments_of_tullamore_folia_conservatory_1.jpg?itok=t15sbhOb" title="An apartment conservatory and kitchen area featuring terrazzo tiles. Credit: Mirvac" width="580"></a>

<figcaption>An apartment conservatory and kitchen area featuring terrazzo tiles. Credit: Mirvac</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/mirvac_apartments_of_tullamore_folia_bedroom.jpg" rel="gallery-all" title="Large stacker doors and recessed lighting creates a feeling of spaciousness. Credit: Mirvac"><img alt="" class="image-article-full-width-580px" height="383" src="/s3/files/styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/mirvac_apartments_of_tullamore_folia_bedroom.jpg?itok=lxPlWJ9l" title="Large stacker doors and recessed lighting creates a feeling of spaciousness. Credit: Mirvac" width="580"></a>

<figcaption>Large stacker doors and recessed lighting creates a feeling of spaciousness. Credit: Mirvac</figcaption></figure><blockquote>
“The design of Folia is graceful and organic, featuring expansive glass and timber surrounded by hanging greenery that creates a connection to the landscaped environment of the Tullamore community. The building is a series of linked pavilions, complemented by a curved façade with balconies that wrap the building, creating a natural viewing platform for residents to enjoy breathtaking views of the surrounding parks and garden.” 
</blockquote>

- Michael Wiener, Mirvac Design Director

The limited collection of off-the-plan new apartments includes:

<ul>
<li>One bedroom apartments from $395,000 </li>
	<li>Two bedroom apartments from $560,000</li>
	<li>Three bedroom apartments from $995,000</li>
	<li>Six luxury penthouses are also available for purchase. </li>
</ul>
Folia apartments have been scheduled for completion by 2020.

Lead image credit: Mirvac
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Mirvac’s latest apartment building to offer private gardens, co-working spaces and unparalleled entertaining facilities

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Designer Kathy Demos worked on a new building material concept in total secrecy for half a decade and has finally revealed the design.

Demos collaborated with the team at PGH Bricks to produce a stunning metallic brick, which would reflect different coloured light across the day. PGH have been in the brick manufacturing industry for over 100 years, and of their expansive team, only six workers knew about the project. The bricks will be featured on the lower levels of the John Demos Architects designed 'Luminess', and will sit above traditional red brick, and below modern glass and concrete, providing a strong tie between the two juxtaposing elements. 

<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/imagehandler_901b751c.jpg" rel="gallery-all"><img alt="" class="image-article-full-width-580px" height="435" src="/s3/files/styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/imagehandler_901b751c.jpg?itok=m8UvEfgt" width="580"></a>

<figcaption>Metallic bricks designed by Kathy Demos in collaboration with PGH</figcaption></figure>Intrigued by the secrecy of the project, we asked Kathy Demos a few questions about the project, and discovered that she already has another exciting building material in the works.

Urban.com.au: What sparked the idea to create bricks with a metallic quality, and how did you arrive at the final decision of the material used? 

Kathy Demos: Bricks are a traditional building product of great quality. The PGH Urban Metals range was developed specifically for Permarc’s Luminess project. We wanted to highlight the capacity of such an age-old product to continue to be highly relevant, sophisticated and surprising. It was this juxtaposition that was integral to the project. Copper, bronze, silver and zinc were selected as these finishes were emerging in fashion and homewares but we also wanted to take it a step further. What elevated this range was the decision to glaze the bricks to create an almost mirror-like effect. This meant that the bricks would constantly change in appearance depending on the light giving an ephemeral quality to a building façade.

U: Throughout the 5 year evolution period, how involved were you in the production process?

KD: Whatever the design project is, my role extends from the original concept through production, pricing, marketing and sales, whether it is a building product or the interiors of an apartment building. Ideas are challenged, designs are refined – there is a constant application to the task. Collaboration is essential and part of the joy of projects like these. The expertise from the laboratory, the factory floor and the PGH marketing specialist was vital to the development of this range.

U: How long does it take to produce each individual brick?

KD: Bricks are actually quite fast and easy to make, even ones as sophisticated as the Urban Metals. Hundreds of bricks can be produced in just a few days, its the design and development which is so vital to the success of any product that needs more time and investment.

U: In terms of durability, how do they compare to the standard brick?

KD: Bricks are highly durable and Urban Metals are no exception. The glazed finish makes this range less porous therefore more resistant to environmental factors and graffiti.

U: Are the bricks likely to be sold commercially in future? Do you worry this could take away from the uniqueness of Luminess?

KD: I am proud that Luminess will always be the first development to use these bricks. As a commercial designer, I am looking forward to seeing them on many more buildings – they will look different each time as architects find new ways to integrate bricks into their buildings.

U: What do you believe are the most important factors to consider when designing a landmark development?

KD: For me, it is only a landmark when people recognise it as such, not because of a council designation. All projects are approached in the same way, that is, to create something that addresses objectives and challenges so that the final result contributes positively, even culturally, to people’s lives.

U: What kind of new design processes and technologies are you currently interested in exploring next?

KD: I am currently working with cladding specialist, Cemintel, a company that places great emphasis on cladding that is suitable and safe for buildings. We have just launched a new range, 'Surround', which is prefinished with colour-through technology. It means that buildings can be clad in a range of textures and colours which never need painting and will sustain a beautiful appearance for years. There are other new products in development too, but I can’t tell you about those yet. Another one of those secrets!

<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/e01_exterior_hero.jpg" rel="gallery-all"><img alt="" class="image-article-full-width-580px" height="794" src="/s3/files/styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/e01_exterior_hero.jpg?itok=AquwQmMg" width="580"></a>

<figcaption>Luminess, Essendon</figcaption></figure>
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Designer Kathy Demos reveals 5-year-long secret design

Love holidays? Here's the next best thing: 16 of Australia's best apartment pools

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When it comes to purchasing your first home, one of the main concerns is affordability. With the cost per square meter starting at <a href="https://hipages.com.au/article/calculate_your_building_costs">$1000 upwards</a>, many Australian first-home-buyers are opting for modern, ergonomically designed apartments with smaller square footage. 

As with houses, apartments provide flexibility to accommodate people with varying needs, offering a range of different sizes, configurations and amenities. In Melbourne alone, <a href="http://secretagent.com.au/inner-melbournes-smallest-largest-apartments/">Secret Agent Property Research</a> found that the standard apartment sizes range from student accommodation at 34 sqm through to warehouse conversions at around 97 sqm. However, the majority of pre-existing apartments built between 1960-1990 are around 59 - 79 sqm, which is considerably smaller than the <a href="https://buildsearch.com.au/house-size">average Melbourne 3 bedroom home at 175 sqm</a>. 

LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION

<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/dan-freeman-399586-unsplash.jpg" rel="gallery-all"><img alt="" class="image-article-full-width-580px" height="387" src="/s3/files/styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/dan-freeman-399586-unsplash.jpg?itok=6ATSEmci" width="580"></a></figure>One of the key aspects to consider when buying a small scale apartment or studio is the location. Laing+Simmons property agent Sylvia Vitale explains that Potts Point studios are among some of the smallest properties in Sydney at around 17-30 square meters, but the incredible location compensates for the lack of floor space at home. 

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“Often people living in studios are out and about. They’re visiting cafes, restaurants and galleries, or they’re out walking along the harbour.”
</blockquote>

- Sylvia Vitale, Laing+Simmons Potts Point agent via <a href="https://www.afr.com/real-estate/residential/is-a-studio-apartment-a-good-or-bad-investment-20190328-p518bp">Financial Review</a>

ERGONOMIC DESIGN

<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/grovemade-239354-unsplash.jpg" rel="gallery-all"><img alt="" class="image-article-full-width-580px" height="387" src="/s3/files/styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/grovemade-239354-unsplash.jpg?itok=dqJliTQj" width="580"></a></figure>Another factor is how the design will affect day to day living – including the occupant's health and wellbeing. Victoria's Planning Minister Richard Wynne identified a problem with poorly constructed housing in Melbourne and addressed the need to produce higher-quality apartment complexes.

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"Melbourne has some great examples of architecture which make the most of compact spaces but we must avoid unliveable dog boxes cropping up across the city."
</blockquote>

- Victoria Planning Minister Richard Wynne told The Age

As <a href="https://www.smh.com.au/opinion/why-i-will-never-buy-a-new-apartment-in-sydney-20170209-gu9i4n">veteran building consultant Robert Hart</a> bluntly puts it, "[Poorly designed apartments] are an abomination. We now have tens of thousands of apartments affected by shoddy workmanship, rubbish materials, bad waterproofing."

However, there are plenty of great designs to look to – Sydney business owner Sarah O’Neill was one of the lucky ones who managed to score her dream apartment. Her decision to downsize to a 29sqm Sydney studio was to attain a more sustainable and less stressful lifestyle. O'Neill explains that living in a small space definitely does not compromise her quality of living either.

<blockquote>
"...the increasing availability of quality multi-functional furniture is helping to get around the limitations and having less possessions does not mean you can’t be surrounded by beautiful things. Needing less possessions means you can afford better quality."
</blockquote>

- Sarah O'Neill, small apartment owner via <a href="https://www.news.com.au/finance/real-estate/why-people-are-choosing-to-live-in-smaller-spaces-and-are-happier-for-it/news-story/e682095ed7344a47f0d372d183663471">News.com.au</a>

ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT

<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/c8da9a28-254f-47b8-bd86-3bcc98ce0e0c.jpg" rel="gallery-all"><img alt="" class="image-article-full-width-580px" height="435" src="/s3/files/styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/c8da9a28-254f-47b8-bd86-3bcc98ce0e0c.jpg?itok=OsZiWTq6" width="580"></a></figure>As Australia shifts from the 'suburban sprawl' to higher density housing, mid-rise developments such as <a href="/new-apartments/brunswick-vic-3056">The Commons</a> by Nightingale Housing are leading the way with impressive environmentally conscious designs. Nightingale's next collaborative design project '<a href="/news/nightingale-housing-plans-seven-buildings-across-brunswicks-duckett-street">Nightingale Village</a>' is set to become 100% fossil fuel free and carbon neutral in operation, and each development will offer shared amenities for resident use including large outdoor spaces, communal dining areas, as well as solar energy and rainwater harvesting, which collectively lowers resident costs and their carbon footprint. 

"Melbourne (and by extension, all of Australia) will experience massive growth over the next decades – but where will these people live? And perhaps more importantly, how will they live?"

- Jeremy McLeod, founder and director of <a href="/architects/breathe-architecture">Breathe Architecture</a> via <a href="http://theconversation.com/affordable-sustainable-high-quality-urban-housing-its-not-an-impossible-dream-57958">The Conversation</a>

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Urban.com.au sought the advice of two experts in the field of space-saving design, who shared their thoughts on small footprint living and how to design effectively for small spaces.

<a href="https://www.nicholasgurney.com.au/">NICHOLAS GURNEY</a>

BIO: "I prefer to design compact spaces. My work is highly functional and considered. I produce dynamic and clever solutions with a focus on the organisation of space. I employ a strong conceptual focus and the needs of my clients are heavily embedded in the outcomes."  Nicholas Gurney was shortlisted in Zenith’s Emerging Designer category at the 2017 IDEA Awards. 

<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/t04.jpg" rel="gallery-all" title="Before..."><img alt="" class="image-article-full-width-580px" height="387" src="/s3/files/styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/t04.jpg?itok=HCTVdFB1" title="Before..." width="580"></a>

<figcaption>Tara apartment v1</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/t02.jpg" rel="gallery-all" title="One of Nicholas Gurney's incredible designs features a pull out bed in the living area."><img alt="" class="image-article-full-width-580px" height="387" src="/s3/files/styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/t02.jpg?itok=jQVARlxx" title="One of Nicholas Gurney's incredible designs features a pull out bed in the living area." width="580"></a>

<figcaption>Tara apartment v2</figcaption></figure><hr>
<a href="https://www.tsaidesign.com.au/about/">JACK CHEN</a> (TSAI DESIGN)

BIO: Since Tsai Design’s first architectural commission in 2013, director Jack Chen has made it his mission to pursue innovative solutions that drive architectural progress. Type Street Apartment, Chen’s minimalist take on small footprint living, is his latest exploration into architecture’s invigorating potential. The renovation won three categories at the 2018 ArchiTeam Awards and received a shortlisting in the 2018 Houses Awards.

<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_2019-05-03_at_1.48.27_pm.png" rel="gallery-all" title="Type Street Apartment"><img alt="" class="image-article-full-width-580px" height="385" src="/s3/files/styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/screen_shot_2019-05-03_at_1.48.27_pm.png?itok=5B6QR-md" title="Type Street Apartment" width="580"></a>

<figcaption>Type Street Apartment v1</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_2019-05-03_at_1.48.17_pm.png" rel="gallery-all" title="Type Street Apartment 2"><img alt="" class="image-article-full-width-580px" height="382" src="/s3/files/styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/screen_shot_2019-05-03_at_1.48.17_pm.png?itok=chzgJAMf" title="Type Street Apartment 2" width="580"></a>

<figcaption>Type Street Apartment v2</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_2019-05-03_at_1.48.07_pm.png" rel="gallery-all" title="Type Street Apartment 3"><img alt="" class="image-article-full-width-580px" height="387" src="/s3/files/styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/screen_shot_2019-05-03_at_1.48.07_pm.png?itok=JfsuDVfv" title="Type Street Apartment 3" width="580"></a>

<figcaption>Type Street Apartment v3</figcaption></figure><hr>
DEMAND FOR SMALLER-SCALE HOUSING

<a href="https://www.propertyobserver.com.au/https://www.abs.gov.au/ausstats/abs@.nsf/mf/3236.0">The Australian Bureau of Statistics</a> revealed that one-person households are likely to rise between 3 million and 3.6 million by 2031, which is a significant increase since 2006 where only 1.9 million people lived alone.

Urban.com.au: With the growing population, do you think there has been more demand for designing smaller apartments in recent years?

Nicholas Gurney: “There is certainly a strengthening demand for smaller apartments, but I think there are many factors beyond the growing population. At present, small space habitation is considered by many to be a phase of transition i.e. a place of habitation for a finite period either on the way up or on the way down, so to speak. With comparison to five years ago, there is certainly improved demand for the development of existing building stock and I think this arises from issues surrounding affordability and locality. There are more single-person households than ever before, and this will make an ongoing contribution to the demand for smaller apartments.”

Jack Chen: "I'm not sure, to be honest, I think both scenarios are on the rise, they offer very different ways of living so it’s good that people have the options to either live in a house with a backyard further out, or to embrace the convenience of city living, with shops and gyms right outside your door.”

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DESIGN TRICKS FOR SMALL SPACES

<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/s13.jpg" rel="gallery-all" title='"Lightwell staircase" features a mirrored wall to give the illusion of more space. Credit: NIcholas Gurney'><img alt="" class="image-article-full-width-580px" height="870" src="/s3/files/styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/s13.jpg?itok=yK0AmMt0" title='"Lightwell staircase" features a mirrored wall to give the illusion of more space. Credit: NIcholas Gurney' width="580"></a>

<figcaption>"Lightwell staircase" features a mirrored wall to give the illusion of more space. Credit: Nicholas Gurney</figcaption></figure>U: What's your favourite space-saving design trick?

<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/fl09.jpg" rel="gallery-all" title="Flinders Lane apartment bedroom features mirrored cupboards to create the illusion of more space. Credit: Nicholas Gurney"><img alt="" class="image-article-full-width-580px" height="387" src="/s3/files/styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/fl09.jpg?itok=PixLnafN" title="Flinders Lane apartment bedroom features mirrored cupboards to create the illusion of more space. Credit: Nicholas Gurney" width="580"></a>

<figcaption>Flinders Lane apartment bedroom features mirrored cupboards to create the illusion of more space. Credit: Nicholas Gurney</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/tsaidesign_type-st_11-1.jpg" rel="gallery-all" title="Credit: Jack Chen"><img alt="" class="image-article-full-width-580px" height="829" src="/s3/files/styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/tsaidesign_type-st_11-1.jpg?itok=vq3s5kHl" title="Credit: Jack Chen" width="580"></a>

<figcaption>Multi-purpose bespoke cabinetry. Credit: Jack Chen</figcaption></figure>JC: “I like to think each problem is unique and not one trick will work for all scenarios, but I think generally the less is more philosophy is quite an important one that flows behind the scenes in all of my projects. I am not a pure minimalist, but I think it is important to have less visually, to visually declutter goes a long way to provide a calmness most people desire in their home. What this means is there needs to be plenty of hidden storage space for the user.”

DOWNSIZING THE TRADITIONAL "AUSTRALIAN 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/2_6.jpg" rel="gallery-all" title="'Atop a Shop' by Jack Chen. Credit: Tsai Design"><img alt="" class="image-article-full-width-580px" height="341" src="/s3/files/styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/2_6.jpg?itok=V16aGVF7" title="'Atop a Shop' by Jack Chen. Credit: Tsai Design" width="580"></a>

<figcaption>'Atop a Shop' by Jack Chen. Credit: Tsai Design</figcaption></figure>U: In your opinion, which areas of a home/apartment can be downsized, and which cannot?

NG: “Everything can be reduced from what we’re accustomed to, however, it is conventional fittings and fixtures that administer the spatial organisation and provide the constraint on reduction. A sleeping area can be reduced to the proportions of a mattress or the space required for a murphy bed but a utility space such as bathroom or kitchen cannot be reduced to the size of its parts. Instead, the pockets of space in and around these utility areas is managed to enable a downsize. A living space is a luxury space and can be downsized simply.”

JC: “Again, I think each person’s requirement is different, there could be general patterns of living comfort, but I try not to start with generalization. Small space living is very tailored to each person’s priority in living, in order not to waste any cm of valuable space. Some are ok with sleeping with 60cm height space in order to give space for daytime activities, others define a home as a place that you can sleep in comfort, hence more priority and space needs to be provided for the bedroom in the second scenario.”

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GLOBAL INSPIRATION

<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/nakagin-capsule-tower-by-kisho-kurokawa-shimbashi-in-tokyo-yellowtrace-21.jpg" rel="gallery-all" title="Nakagin Capsule Tower by Kisho Kurokawa Shimbashi in Tokyo, Japan. Credit: YellowTrace"><img alt="" class="image-article-full-width-580px" height="464" src="/s3/files/styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/nakagin-capsule-tower-by-kisho-kurokawa-shimbashi-in-tokyo-yellowtrace-21.jpg?itok=w5F4_N3u" title="Nakagin Capsule Tower by Kisho Kurokawa Shimbashi in Tokyo, Japan. Credit: YellowTrace" width="580"></a>

<figcaption>Nakagin Capsule Tower by Kisho Kurokawa Shimbashi in Tokyo, Japan. Credit: YellowTrace</figcaption></figure>U: On a global scale, which space-saving designs are you most inspired by?

NG: “I tend to take inspiration from more conventionally sized architecture which permeates in how I design compact spaces. The Nakagin capsule tower in Tokyo, Japan is an interesting space-saving proposal imagined in the Japanese Metabolist style. Nearby to the famous tower is a more recent micro-unit example called the CT7165. Measuring just 8.5sqm, the units in CT7165 are even smaller than the 10sqm capsule units.”

JC: “I think the idea of layering a room vertically to take advantage of the high ceiling is a really smart approach. Usually, space above our reach of around 2m is not utilized much, because there’s a perception of inconvenience, but in a house with a small footprint, they are really valuable opportunities to take up.”

ARE YOU READY FOR SMALL-FOOTPRINT LIVING?

NG: “A reduction is positive. There is something very satisfying about inhabiting spaces without surplus or excess and this can only be experienced through positive change. The obvious benefits of more quality time and less financial burden are obvious advantages.”
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Is Australia ready for smaller footprint apartment living?

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Melbourne's landmark 101 Collins Street, is about to undergo a luxury overhaul under the design of commercial architect Gray Puksand (Australia Post Tower, Urbis). AXA Investment Group recently announced the development of a state-of-the-art wellness centre within the tower, which could likely become the largest health and wellness facility in the city – raising the bar for the tower's competitors. 

<blockquote>
“We set the benchmark for premium workplaces in Australia. At the same time, we’re constantly evolving to meet the needs of our customers.”

-  101 Collins website
</blockquote>

Two studios will be equipped to facilitate the practice of yoga, Pilates, barre, meditation HIIT and cardio-based classes. The spaces will also feature sprung floors and heated ceiling panels for the comfort of users. Three specialist consultation rooms are also on the cards, offering physiotherapy, osteopathy, chiropractic and remedial massage.

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“For almost three decades, 101 Collins Street has held the position as Melbourne’s pre-eminent office address, but we can’t afford to be complacent. Our team is focused on responding to evolving tenant needs, new trends in technology and innovation, so our projects will continue to set new benchmarks in the premium space market.”

- Brett Dillon, Head of Funds Management at AXA IM-Real Assets
</blockquote>

The renovation follows the recent completion of the project's end-of-trip facility where an entire ground-level carpark was transformed into a resort-style spa known as 'ONE'. Special features include a luxury towel service, personal grooming stations, lounge seating, Australian-made Leif shower products and parking for 500 bikes.

101 Collins Street was originally built in 1991 and designed by renowned architect Johnson Burgee. Completion of the project is slated for October this year.

A host of developers are looking at improvements to existing assets to compete in a highly competitive commercial market. These include AMP Capital's lobby refurbishment at <a href="https://www.collinsplace.com.au/development-updates">35 Collins Street</a>, GPT's <a href="/news/its-back-to-the-future-for-melbourne-central-towers-lobby-upgrade">lobby redevelopments at Melbourne Central</a>, ANZ Gothic and a new CLT office building at <a href="/developments/melbourne-vic-3000">300 Lonsdale Street</a> above the existing shopping centre.

The next generation of office towers which have been designed around the health and wellbeing of workers include Mirvac's <a href="/developments/melbourne-vic-3000">Olderfleet</a> (under construction), Cbus Property's <a href="/news/cbus-property-submits-planning-application-for-its-landmark-435-bourke-street-site">435 Bourke Street</a> (currently at planning) and Charter Hall's 555 Collins Street. In addition to boasting strong environmental credentials, the projects are also targeting <a href="https://www.wellcertified.com/">WELL Certification</a>, as world leaders in workplace design.
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101 Collins Street's world-class wellness centre sets new standard for office building amenities

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Following a nine-year development period, the five-tower ‘Collins Square’ development in Melbourne's Docklands, has claimed the title of the highest concentration of environmentally sustainable buildings in the Southern Hemisphere.

The development has been awarded a Green Star Design, As Built v3 Rating and NABERS Energy 5 rating due to the use of eco-conscious technology including a Tri-Generation system, rainwater harvesting as well as energy efficient fixtures and fittings.

Walker Corporation’s $2.5 billion project features 250,000 sqm of commercial space across five towers; 10,000 sqm of retail and dining; childcare facilities; a supermarket and a health and wellbeing centre. The development also included the refurbishment of the 120-year-old Goods Shed South.

Spanning an entire city block, Collins Square was designed to fit seamlessly into the urban landscape, providing a transition in scale from the CBD down to Docklands Park and limiting overshadowing to surrounding public spaces and the Southbank of the Yarra.

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<figcaption>Collins Square's 5th development. Credit: Woods Bagot</figcaption></figure>The fifth and final tower - aptly named Tower 5 and first covered on<a href="/news/and-then-there-were-five-tower-5-collins-square"> </a><a href="/news/and-then-there-were-five-tower-5-collins-square">Urban.com.au first reported on in 2014</a> - spans a total of 33-storeys and 117m. Designed by Woods Bagot and built by Multuiplex, the tower features a curved form with a tapered roof at its summit and provides spacious, light-filled workspaces, supported by ample carparking and end of trip facilities for its tenants which include Transurban.

The tower is interconnected within the precinct for easy access to the neighbouring towers. Bluetooth activated lifts also allow workers and visitors to reach their destination using their smartphone.

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“The smooth delivery of this major project is a reflection of our on-going collaboration with Walker Corporation, which has seen Multiplex deliver the last four towers at Collins Square.”

- Graham Cottam, Regional Managing Director of Multiplex Victoria
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In addition to Tower 5, <a href="/builders/multiplex">Multiplex</a> has completed a number of other commercial projects in Docklands in recent years, including Cbus Property’s Medibank office (720 Bourke Street) and National Australia Bank building (700 Bourke Street), and 727 Collins Street.

Lead image: Woods Bagot
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Collins Square reaches highest level of sustainable building density in Southern Hemisphere

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The recent NSW census found that more than one in four Sydney apartments are home to families with children – a statistic which has doubled between the years of 2006 to 2016. With population growth forever on the rise and apartment-living for families becoming the norm, it’s not uncommon for new developments to be designed with a kid-friendly focus.

Sundale's new Platinum on Peach Tree development located within Sydney's Macquarie Park precinct, has been designed to cater to the needs of a diverse range of residents, from singles to families with kids, to empty nesters or even buyers who are seeking a ‘lifestyle upgrade’ in the form of a luxury penthouse suite.

<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/v02_hero_exterior_final_smaller.jpg" rel="gallery-all" title="The 15 level apartment complex in Sydney's Macquarie Park development. Credit: Sundale"><img alt="" class="image-article-full-width-580px" height="326" src="/s3/files/styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/v02_hero_exterior_final_smaller.jpg?itok=IHRLMDAc" title="The 15 level apartment complex in Sydney's Macquarie Park development. Credit: Sundale" width="580"></a>

<figcaption>The 15 level apartment complex in Sydney's Macquarie Park development. Credit: Sundale</figcaption></figure>The 15-level apartment tower features one, two and three-bedroom configurations, as well as apartments which offer parking spaces, a study or oriented to boast spectacular city views.

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“We expect a range of buyers to be attracted to Platinum on Peachtree. The one-bedroom apartments will attract first home-buyers, who find it hard to get a foothold in the north shore market. Young professionals from neighbouring areas will also be drawn to the offering, with the transport links to provide easy access to the city and Chatswood. 

There will also be broad appeal for the two and three-bedroom apartments with young families to be drawn to the range of facilities and easy lifestyle offered. It is also a fairly unique offering for local empty-nesters wanting to downsize from a house to an apartment, without losing their peaceful garden setting.”

- Tracy Tao, Director of Seacapital International, appointed agents for the project
</blockquote>

Buyers with young children can purchase with confidence knowing that the building offers many great facilities including a children’s play area; resident communal areas such as BBQs and entertainment lounges to encourage a close-knit community vibe; and even individual herb garden plots where children can develop an interest in horticulture.

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“Our vision is to deliver premium apartment living that caters to modern families. We are excited to bring family-friendly living to this growth area so residents can enjoy a low-maintenance lifestyle with retail, transport and recreation facilities right on their doorstep without compromising on quality or living space.”

- Willy Du, Director of Sundale.
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<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/v05_pool_final_small.jpg" rel="gallery-all" title="Platinum on Peach Tree's luxury lap pool. Credit: Sundale"><img alt="" class="image-article-full-width-580px" height="326" src="/s3/files/styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/v05_pool_final_small.jpg?itok=RBaZKAM9" title="Platinum on Peach Tree's luxury lap pool. Credit: Sundale" width="580"></a>

<figcaption>Platinum on Peach Tree's luxury lap pool. Credit: Sundale</figcaption></figure>For those seeking luxury from apartment-living, Platinum on Peach Tree also offers a stunning outdoor lap pool, day beds, private outdoor dining areas, a wellness centre and yoga room and an exclusive residents lounge.

The interiors of all 116 apartments have been designed by Western Australian firm Turner Interior Design, with a focus on spacious open-plan living. The use of premium fixtures and fittings such as stainless-steel Miele kitchen appliances, engineered stone benchtops and timber grain cabinetry exemplify quality that has been built to last. Oversized balconies and lush landscaping also provide residents with a connection to nature and opportunity to have their own garden within a multi-residential complex.

<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/v09_kitchen_lightscheme_final_small.jpg" rel="gallery-all" title="Each apartment features high quality stainless-steel Miele appliances, engineered stone benchtops and timber grain cabinetry. Credit: Sundale"><img alt="" class="image-article-full-width-580px" height="483" src="/s3/files/styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/v09_kitchen_lightscheme_final_small.jpg?itok=j8l-48F1" title="Each apartment features high quality stainless-steel Miele appliances, engineered stone benchtops and timber grain cabinetry. Credit: Sundale" width="580"></a>

<figcaption>Each apartment features high quality stainless-steel Miele appliances, engineered stone benchtops and timber grain cabinetry. Credit: Sundale</figcaption></figure>The development is set back off the main road and right next to the recently upgraded Wilga Park, providing tranquillity just minutes from the M2 motorway, only 20 minutes to the CBD and in close proximity to the new North West Rail Line. Situated within the Macquarie Park development, the location is also perfect for students attending Macquarie University and is close to many great schools and co-working spaces.

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“Macquarie Park has a lot to offer residents. With abundant green spaces and national parks, it also offers an impressive range of cafes and shops and high-profile public and private schools. On weekends it is a playground with impressive shopping and entertainment facilities, including an ice rink.” 

- Tracy Tao, Director of Seacapital International, appointed agents for the project
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Sundale Development has a strong track record, with 20 years experience and over $392 million in projects to date. Platinum on Peach Tree will be constructed late 2019 by Ericon Buildings, with completion due early 2022.

What’s on offer:

<ul>
<li>One bedroom apartment, 62 square metres, $649k</li>
	<li>One bedroom apartment on Level 13, North-west facing, $745k</li>
	<li>One bedroom, study and a carpark, $880k</li>
	<li>Two bedrooms, two bathroom, carpark, 87 square metres, $899k</li>
	<li>Two bedrooms, two bathroom, carpark, 87 square metres, north-east facing Level 12, $1,253,000m</li>
	<li>Three bedrooms, two bathrooms, carpark, 129 square meters, $1,215,000m</li>
	<li>Three bedrooms, two bathroom, carpark, 121 square metre, city views on Level 12, $1590,000m</li>
	<li>Six exclusive penthouses one bedroom, one bedroom plus study, two-bedroom and three-bedroom configurations</li>
</ul>
Lead image: Platinum on Peach Tree's luxurious terrace for residents. Credit: Sundale.
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Platinum on Peach Tree provides idyllic apartment-living for families

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In 2016, Apartments.com.au announced the <a href="/news/ballarats-historic-station-precinct-set-to-be-transformed">Ballarat Station transformation</a> – today, the development has already completed the first phase of construction and is set to embark on stage two, heading towards its slated completion date of 2020. The Victorian Government and property developers Pellicano are working together to revitalise Ballarat’s central transportation hub, by embracing the area’s local charm and creating a dynamic transport, tourism and community centre.

Stage One of the $51 million development has introduced a 405 space, multi-level carpark for commuters, while Stage Two will see Ballarat welcome a brand new 77-room Quest Hotel. The hotel will be conveniently located a short walk from the train station and neighbouring events plaza. A long-term relationship between Pellicano and Quest apartment-hotel group has seen an <a href="/news/secondary-markets-benefit-as-pellicano-and-quest-expand-their-national-presence">impressive portfolio of Quest developments</a> take shape across Australia. 

<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/r0_0_5137_3356_w1200_h678_fmax.jpg" rel="gallery-all" title="The Goods Shed was built in 1862. Credit: Adam Trafford via The Courier"><img alt="" class="image-article-full-width-580px" height="379" src="/s3/files/styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/r0_0_5137_3356_w1200_h678_fmax.jpg?itok=n-t09QmV" title="The Goods Shed was built in 1862. Credit: Adam Trafford via The Courier" width="580"></a>

<figcaption>The Goods Shed was built in 1862. Credit: Adam Trafford via The Courier</figcaption></figure>The 1862 building known as ‘The Goods Shed’ will be restored to house 25 to 1,200 square meters of retail outlets, as well as a new Convention Centre, which will add value to the area by providing a cultural hub for the growing community which is expected to rise by 30% in the next 15 years.

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“We are seeking an eclectic retail mix, from small businesses to larger national retailers looking to move into the area… We will aim to work closely with businesses to ensure the spaces suit their needs.”

- Nando Pellicano, Pellicano Managing Director
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The newly developed precinct will also feature a landscaped plaza which will connect the Goods Shed with the train station, providing an inviting space for public use and a place to host events, makers markets and more.

Interested to hear more about Pellicano Developments? <a href="/developers/pellicano-group">Discover more here</a>. 

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Pellicano to embark on Stage Two of Ballarat Station transformation

<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.

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