Until eight years ago, Stones Corner was simply a neighbourhood within Greenslopes and Coorparoo. But in 2017, the small 0.6-square-kilometre area became its own suburb, named after James Stone, who operated a ginger beer shop there in 1875.

Anchored by Hanlon Park—one of Brisbane's best parks—Stones Corner is now well and truly on the map.

“Stones Corner, a small and deliciously eclectic urban village, is one of inner-city Brisbane’s biggest residential opportunities and best-kept secrets,” Slaite Projects Director Brett Jackson says.

The Slaite team, on behalf of developer <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/developers/demartini-fletcher-property">DeMartini Fletcher Property</a>, recently launched <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/corner-house-stones-corner-18-stoneham-street-stones-corner-qld-4120">Corner House</a>—just 88 apartments on the corner of Montague and Stoneham Streets. Within a matter of months, 50 per cent of the apartments have already been spoken for.

We recently joined Jackson at the onsite display suite for Corner House to find out more about the project.

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“Corner House honours the character and vernacular of Stones Corner while adding a fresh contemporary spin,” Jackson says.

The building has been designed by Ellivo Architects, who incorporated the existing red brick corner structure—a nod to the surrounding area. The upper levels step back and are wrapped in curved balconies with soft, fluid edges.

While larger towers are rising in the nearby Woolloongabba precinct, Corner House keeps things deliberately modest. The 88 one, two, and three-bedroom apartments are spread across an 11-level building.

“Each residence has been designed to be luxuriously spacious, with open-plan living, a large entertainer’s kitchen, and ample storage,” Jackson says.

Flush floor finishes allow living areas to flow directly onto the balcony, while green-screen planters between apartments help soften sightlines and maintain privacy.

There’s a noticeable consistency in the finishes throughout—no jarring leap between entry-level and premium inclusions. Kitchens come fitted with a full suite of integrated Italian-designed Kleenmaid appliances, including double fridges and freezers.

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A strong design trend over the past five years has been to place resident amenities on the rooftop—and that's exactly what Ellivo leaned into when designing the building.

“The rooftop at Corner House has been conceived as an all-encompassing experience designed to enhance your lifestyle,” Jackson says.

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The roof will feature a resort-style infinity pool that spans almost the entire width of the building, a spa, sauna, and ice bath, as well as a gym, yoga lawn, herb garden, and BBQ facilities.

Construction has commenced at Corner House with an early 2028 completion.

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Joel Robinson

"A deliciously eclectic urban village": Inside Stones Corner's newest apartment development, Corner House

Design-driven Melbourne apartment developer ANGLE has revealed its next project.

The company is partnering with the Melbourne Anglican Trust Corporation, the landowner of a prime 2,784 sqm site spanning 552A and 550 Burke Road, and 250 Camberwell Road, to deliver two new residential buildings comprising 36 apartments.

In its early stages, the project is being referred to as <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/new-apartments/550-burke-road-camberwell-vic-3124">Edition 08: St John’s Place</a>, due to its location within the St John’s Anglican Church precinct and its proximity to the historic church itself. The development is set to cater primarily to families and downsizers, with a focus on three-bedroom residences—a market ANGLE has targeted since its founding just over a decade ago.

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Designed by <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/architects/freadman-white-architects">Freadman White</a>, with landscape architecture by <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/landscape-architect/oculus">OCULUS</a> and urban design input from Andy Fergus, the proposal prioritises contextual sensitivity and civic engagement.

The built form is carefully set back to preserve the visual prominence of the adjacent St John’s Church, a 1957 heritage-listed building. It also responds thoughtfully to the neighbouring Lower Reserve and Camberwell Primary School.

A four-storey volume will front Burke Road, designed at a reduced scale to align with the existing streetscape, while a more prominent eight-storey structure is located toward the rear of the site, adjacent to parkland.

The proposed material palette includes warm-toned brickwork, raw and textured concrete, and refined metal cladding—referencing local civic and ecclesiastical architecture while establishing a contemporary identity.

One of the key features of the proposal is a new public laneway connecting Burke Road to Lower Reserve. This link will be activated by ground-floor commercial tenancies and a food and beverage venue, formalising pedestrian movement through the precinct and strengthening the interface between the church and park.

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ANGLE has become synonymous with creating apartment projects tailored for families and downsizers in some of Melbourne’s most desirable neighbourhoods. The developer is soon to begin construction on Fernhurst, a boutique project featuring just 17 apartments and three homes on a 4,000 sqm site in Kew’s prestigious Studley Park precinct.

Fernhurst is located just over 500 metres from ANGLE’s previous Studley Park development, the multi-award-winning Fenwick.

The redevelopment of this portion of the St John’s precinct follows a 2024 subdivision approval, with the broader masterplan aiming to support the Church’s continued community operations while enabling contemporary urban renewal.

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Designed by Freadman White, with landscape architecture by OCULUS and urban design input from Andy Fergus, the proposal prioritises contextual sensitivity and civic engagement

First look: ANGLE partners with Melbourne Anglican Trust to deliver new apartments in Camberwell's St John's Church precinct

Hawthorn is going through somewhat of a development boom in recent months, with several developments either being sought or commencing their sales campaign.

The most recent entrant is Peter Forsyth's <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/developers/outline-projects">Outline Projects</a>, who has filed for 41 apartments on Glenferrie Road.

They're seeking to replace several old commercial buildings with a new <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/architects/woods-bagot">Woods Bagot</a>-designed development incorporating two street-level retail spaces at 846-858 Glenferrie Road.<img alt="Glenferrie Road" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="e931ebbd-2011-457b-a495-7f26f1ce42aa" src="https://s3.ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/www.urban.com.au/s3fs-public/inline-images/entry%20retail.png?VersionId=qoE7XzbiDJZT8wvkoyL1SOLQ2Z1nl5xv" />

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The apartments, a mix of&nbsp;19 two-beds and 22 three-beds, each with usable balconies or terraces that are a minimum of 15 per cent of internal space. A 110 sqm communal rooftop for residents, complete with an outdoor kitchen, and dining and gathering zones, will crown the all-electric building.

Woods Bagot took cues from the Edwardian and Victorian architectural influences that dominate the area when designing the building, but with a modern interpretation of classic styles.

Architectural features such as lightwells and angled geometry break down the mass of the building and soften its visual impact on the surrounding neighbourhood.

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Outline's plans come hot on the heels of Carpe Group and ICON Developments, who just last month <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/news/vic/first-look-carpe-group-and-icon-developments-team-up-again-for-new-downsizer-apartments-in-hawthorn">filed for 32 apartments on Robinson Road</a>.

Designed by acclaimed architecture studio&nbsp;<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/powell-glenn">Powell &amp; Glenn</a>, the low-density development is expected to cater predominantly to owner-occupiers—<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/carpe-group" target="">Carpe</a>'s primary target market. The majority of the 32 apartments will feature three bedrooms.

One of the most recent new developments to launch in Hawthorn is from precinct-led developer Hamton, who is selling <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/scotch-hill-gardens-hawthorn-147-robinson-road-hawthorn-vic-3122">Scotch Hill Gardens</a>, a new community with six low-rise buildings enveloped in estabished greenery.

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It is another development by Woods Bagot, who drew inspiration from the organisation of lily pads on a pond—organic formations that are discrete yet interconnected, sitting lightly within their context.

This approach aligns with the principles of "nature-based cities," integrating nature, amenity, wellness, and community into the urban fabric.

Woods Bagot took cues from the Edwardian and Victorian architectural influences that dominate the area when designing the building, but with a modern interpretation of classic styles

First look: Hawthorn development boom continues with Outline Projects' Glenferrie Road plans

National apartment developer <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/fortis" target="">Fortis</a> is seeking&nbsp;to upsize its latest Rose Bay apartment development on Ian Street.

Fortis, the development arm of financier and investment manager Pallas Group, initially filed plans for 12 apartments at 10-12 Ian Street in August last year. They are now seeking a redesign to add an additional 10 units, offering a more diverse mix of apartments.

The now $28 million development, designed by MHN Design Union, will be split into two buildings, each with its own lobby—13 units in one building and nine in the other.

While the original scheme featured almost exclusively three-bedroom apartments, the revised proposal includes a mix of two-, three-, and four-bedroom units.

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			<th>Amended Scheme (2025)</th>
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			<td>Number of Apartments</td>
			<td>12</td>
			<td>22</td>
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			<td>1 x 2-bed, 11 x 3-bed</td>
			<td>6 x 2-bed, 14 x 3-bed, 2 x 4-bed</td>
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			<td>5</td>
			<td>5</td>
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			<td>Private Gardens</td>
			<td>Limited</td>
			<td>Included for select units</td>
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			<td>2</td>
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			<td>MHN Design Union</td>
			<td>MHN Design Union</td>
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Each of the apartments will feature either a balcony or a terrace, with several ground-level apartments enjoying access to private courtyard gardens.

The apartments will sit above two levels of basement parking.

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The amended DA reflects a deepened commitment to high-quality urban infill housing in Rose Bay, the updated submission noted.

MHN Design Union has retained the building’s curved, classical form and warm-toned façade articulation while increasing the internal floor area distribution and introducing improved internal planning to meet SEPP65 and ADG standards.

“The building form has been tactically designed to follow the contour of the steep topography, which falls across the site," MHN Design Union's&nbsp;Design Verification Statement noted.

"Apartments have been strategically positioned to optimise solar access to all living spaces while considering the magnificent views and proximity to adjacent properties."

The building’s terraced massing and twin-lobby configuration help mitigate bulk and offer a more intimate residential scale, aligning with the emerging mid-rise character of Rose Bay under the state’s Low and Mid-Rise Housing policy.

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This uptick in development mirrors a broader trend across Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs, where ageing housing stock and high land values are prompting a shift toward high-quality multi-residential offerings in well-connected, lifestyle-rich locations.

This project marks Fortis’ continued expansion in Sydney’s blue-chip eastern coastal corridor. Alongside Atlas in Rose Bay, the developer has delivered or launched apartments in Point Piper, Woollahra, Bronte, and Elizabeth Bay, where it recently unveiled Regency House.

Their developments typically target the downsizer market, offering larger internal footprints, private outdoor spaces, and design-forward architecture paired with premium finishes.

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While the original scheme featured almost exclusively three-bedroom apartments, the revised proposal includes a mix of two-, three-, and four-bedroom units

First look: Fortis to go bigger at Ian St, Rose Bay

In most Australian suburbs where houses outnumber apartments, it's the standalone homes that typically command the highest prices. But Brunswick has bucked that trend, thanks to respected developer <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/developers/mirvac">Mirvac</a>.

The developer has shattered the local price record with the $4.4 million sale of an apartment in its Prince &amp; Parade project opposite Princes Park.

The 216 sqm residence now holds the suburb’s top sale price, comfortably surpassing the previous benchmark: a restored five-bedroom Victorian mansion from the 1880s, which sold for $4.15 million in late 2024.

Mirvac’s General Manager of Residential Development VIC, Elysa Anderson, said breaking the price record in Brunswick reflects both the exceptional work of the Mirvac Design team in collaboration with Bates Smart—especially their floorplan configurations and finishes—and Mirvac’s strong reputation in delivering high-quality residential communities across the country.

“We’re incredibly proud to see Prince &amp; Parade set a new benchmark for Brunswick,” Anderson said.

“This record-breaking sale is a testament to Mirvac’s commitment to design excellence, quality craftsmanship, and sustainable living. We look forward to welcoming residents in 2026 and seeing this vibrant community come to life.”

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<a href="https://www.urban.com.au/new-apartments/prince-parade-by-mirvac-brunswick-701-park-street-brunswick-vic-3056">Prince &amp; Parade</a> has been designed in collaboration with <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/architects/bates-smart">Bates Smart</a>, marking the third time Mirvac has partnered with the acclaimed architecture firm on a parkside development in Melbourne. Their previous collaborations delivered two of the city’s landmark apartment buildings: The Melburnian on Queen Victoria Gardens and The Eastbourne on Fitzroy Gardens.

The all-electric building offers a total of 169 one- to four-bedroom apartments across two buildings, rising five levels on Park Street and up to nine levels on Brunswick Road.

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Residents will enjoy access to a rooftop terrace with views of Princes Park and the city skyline, a wellness centre with a gym and yoga studio, and private landscaped courtyards designed by landscape architect Jack Merlo to foster community.

Additional amenities include a residents' library and dining room, electronic parcel lockers, and refrigerated delivery storage in the lobby, managed by a dedicated building manager.

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There will also be a ground-floor café and retail spaces, offering ultimate convenience for future residents.

Located just four kilometres from Melbourne’s CBD and a short walk to Melbourne University, Royal Melbourne Hospital, and RMIT, the development has attracted particular interest from medical professionals and academics.

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