Builder-developer ALAND has drawn back the curtain on its first city-focused new apartment development.

The North Sydney development, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/the-walden-north-sydney-173-179-walker-street-north-sydney-nsw-2060">The Walden</a>, is the first time the company has ventured this close to the city, having previously completed thousands of apartments predominantly in Sydney's west, and more recently in Gosford.

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/aland">ALAND</a> acquired the prime North Sydney site, spanning Walker and Hampden Streets just down the road from the Victoria Cross Metro station, for $240 million in June.

Now they've unveiled the new project, a mix of one-, two-, three- and four-bedroom apartments across a 30-level building designed by Rothelowman.

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The Walden will capitalise on the site’s front-row position on the eastern fringe of the <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/north-sydney-nsw-2060">North Sydney</a> CBD, which offers uninterrupted Sydney Harbour views stretching from the Sydney Harbour Bridge all the way to Sydney Heads.

The main tower will be flanked by a small four-level amenity building known as The Pavilion, offering exclusive resident-only amenities including a dedicated concierge service, a sauna and private wellness studio, a gymnasium and fitness studio, a resort-style rooftop pool and sundeck.

There will also be a&nbsp;residents’ lounge, private dining and a wine cellar, and co-working facilities with an on-site meeting room and boardroom.

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ALAND Founder Andrew Hrsto said the company knew they could create something "iconic" with The Walden when they saw the site.

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“As a company, we had been searching for a site in one of Sydney’s blue-chip locations, spanning the Eastern Suburbs, the Sydney CBD and the North Shore, and when we had the opportunity to purchase this site, we immediately recognised that it could be something iconic – being the last development with a view offering this exceptional.

“We identified the attributes and quality of the site as being perfectly aligned for ALAND – and we feel that this off-market acquisition is a perfect opportunity to showcase our craftmanship and expertise through a truly unique offering."

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Hrsto pointed to ALAND’s longstanding development expertise as a significant benefit in delivering a positive outcome for The Walden.

“Being a fully integrated development and construction business with a highly experienced team, we have the benefit of in-house experts across the development spectrum, from acquisitions, design, planning, and construction, to sales, marketing, property management, through to building management.

“As one of Australia’s largest private development and construction groups, we’ve been in operation for 23 years, with a Gold Star iCIRT rating and a 100 per cent delivery success rate across numerous masterplanned and mixed-use projects – and we’re very much looking forward to bringing this expertise to The Walden and contributing to the ongoing revitalisation of North Sydney."

The Walden is the latest development in Sydney to have the 10-year Latent Defects Insurance policy by Resilience Insurance, protecting buyers from any structural or waterproofing-related issues for 10 years post-completion.&nbsp;

Demolition of existing structures on The Walden site has already commenced through specialist civil contractor Moits, with the aim of completing preparatory ground works by the end of 2025, ahead of construction commencement in early 2026.

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Joel Robinson

ALAND unveils The Walden, North Sydney's latest luxury apartment development

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/toga-group">TOGA</a> has opened sales for the final building in Macquarie Rise, its latest mixed-use development in Macquarie Park.

Since launching its <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/macquarie-rise-122-herring-road-macquarie-park-nsw-2113">Macquarie Rise</a> in late 2023, TOGA has secured over 125 sales in the Herring Road development, to a range of purchasers, from first home buyers to investors and downsizers. Around 65 per cent of purchasers have been owner-occupiers.

TOGA has now launched a new release of one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments in the final building, Saunders Rise. Many of the apartments feature multi-purpose rooms and offer views of the surrounding greenery. Also part of the release is a series of&nbsp;sub penthouses housed on the upper floors.

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“We’re delighted with the ongoing strong interest in our Macquarie Rise development, which is testament to the need for premium housing in this much-loved Sydney suburb,"&nbsp;Allan Vidor AM, Managing Director at TOGA, said.

"We’re proud to be able to offer buyers a unique product that includes luxury amenities, spacious living areas and flexible layouts, designed to suit all kinds of buyers, from young professionals to families and investors.

“We have long been advocates of Macquarie Park, and once Macquarie Rise is complete, TOGA will have built 1,000 apartments in the area, delivering much needed homes within a thriving precinct. It’s great to see the area become renowned for high-quality apartments, proximity to amenities and green spaces."

TOGA, one of Australia’s few Gold Star iCIRT rated developers, is also handling construction of Macquarie Rise. They are on track to complete the building in 2027.

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Macquarie Rise boasts a prime location, placing residents within immediate reach of Macquarie Centre, Macquarie University, and the newly completed Macquarie University Metro, connecting to the Sydney CBD is just over 20 minutes.

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Macquarie Rise residents also have access to Club Rise, an exclusive, residents only lounge designed by luxury hotel designers Stack Studio, offering an abundance of work and break-out areas, a Pilates studio, a gym, and a karaoke room. As well as these premium amenities Macquarie Rise will also feature an impressive podium top 20m lap pool.

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“Offering luxury, spacious apartments in a vibrant and well-connected neighbourhood, it’s no surprise that Macquarie Rise remains popular with a range of buyers," said TOGA's General Manager of Sales, Anthony Falas.&nbsp;

"With interest rates tracking downwards, we expect the final apartments to continue to receive high levels of interest.”

Located at 122 Herring Road, Macquarie Park, the development will be delivered in partnership with Baptist Union NSW and Morling College with a value of over $400 million.

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TOGA launches final stage apartments in Macquarie Rise

Southern Cross Station anchors the western end of <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/melbourne-vic-3000">Melbourne</a>’s CBD, connecting metropolitan and regional rail with tram and bus interchanges in one of the city’s busiest transport corridors.&nbsp;

Just metres away, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/640-bourke-street-melbourne-640-bourke-street-melbourne-vic-3000">640 Bourke Street</a>&nbsp;will place residents in the heart of the city, with immediate access to Spencer Street trams, a growing mix of retail, hospitality and cultural venues, and a neighbourhood evolving into a lively residential precinct.

Developed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/far-east-consortium">Far East Consortium</a>, the 68-level project integrates a sculptural glass tower with the heritage-listed Eliza Tinsley Building on a 2,765 sqm Bourke St site.&nbsp;

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Designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/rothelowman">Rothelowman</a>, the development replaces a previously approved scheme for 813 apartments with a refined offering of just over 600 larger-format residences, responding to a growing owner-occupier demand for spacious city living.

The location sits within a dynamic pocket undergoing significant transformation. Marvel Stadium and the Docklands waterfront are less than 10 minutes away on foot, offering both sports and leisure attractions.&nbsp;

Bourke Street Mall, Queen Victoria Market, and the State Library are all within walking distance, while Flagstaff Gardens, Melbourne’s oldest park, provides a green escape just to the north.

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Proximity to some of the city’s largest employers and education hubs, including the courts precinct, legal chambers, RMIT, and major hospitals, makes 640 Bourke Street an appealing residential address for professionals, families and students alike.

Education opportunities span all levels. Nearby, Haileybury City Campus offers private schooling just a short walk from 640 Bourke Street. Just beyond the CBD fringe, Carlton Gardens Primary School, one of Melbourne’s oldest state primary schools, and Docklands Primary School provide convenient government schooling options.

Higher education is equally accessible. RMIT University’s city campus spans multiple buildings just a few blocks away, while the University of Melbourne’s Parkville campus is easily reached via tram along Swanston or Elizabeth Streets.

Victoria University’s City Queen campus, focused on law and business, is also close by, positioning 640 Bourke Street within walking distance of three of Melbourne’s major tertiary institutions.

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The neighbourhood’s retail tapestry continues to evolve into something distinctly local and walkable. Just steps away, Woolworths Metro on Bourke Street ensures that everyday essentials are easily within reach.&nbsp;

For larger shopping trips, Spencer Outlet Centre on Spencer Street and QV Melbourne on the opposite side of the CBD broaden the offering with supermarkets, fashion, dining and specialty stores.

The lane-to-lane vibe unfolds beautifully in nearby arcades and alleys. Hardware Lane, with its European-style red-brick paving and alfresco dining, pulses with jazzy evenings and casual lunches.

A few minutes north, Howey Place and Centre Place offer leafy, boutique-lined lanes where hidden cafés and niche retailers congregate under historic glass-covered cloisters.

Completing this tapestry is the newly opened Mecca “beauty playground” on Bourke Street. Spanning 4,000 sqm over three levels, the flagship blends immersive retail within an art-deco heritage setting.

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This finely grained network of shops, eateries, arcades and service outlets defines the everyday lifestyle at 640 Bourke Street - further enriched by over 3,000 sqm of resident amenity including a Turkish-inspired pool, gym, co-working rooms and private cinemas.&nbsp;

Apartments are priced between&nbsp;$640,000 and $3.95 million. Off the plan stamp duty concessions available until October 2026. Prospective buyers can visit the on site display gallery which has&nbsp;fully built one, two, and three-bedroom apartments.

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640 Bourke Street: A heritage address at the heart of Melbourne

Lower North Shore development specialists&nbsp;<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/abadeen-group">Abadeen</a>&nbsp;has topped out its new local apartment development,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/northcote-collective-naremburn-2-6-northcote-street-naremburn-nsw-2065">Northcote Collective</a>.&nbsp;

Located in the tightly held suburb of <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/naremburn-nsw-2065">Naremburn</a>, Northcote Collective is a collection of just 58 one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments designed by award-winning architects Rothelowman.&nbsp;

The building is just a five to 10 minute walk from the heart of Crows Nest and the new&nbsp;St Leonards and Crows Nest Metro stations. Abadeen has also brought doorstep convenience, with a ground-floor retail offering on Northcote Street.

Northcote Collective is being delivered by&nbsp;<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/builders/decode">Decode</a> — an iCIRT-rated construction company well regarded in the new development industry.

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“This is an important and exciting moment for Northcote Collective, and we’re proud to celebrate this milestone with our partners, consultants, and future residents,” said Justin Brown, Executive Chairman and Founder of Abadeen.&nbsp;

“From the outset, our vision was to create something truly special for Naremburn — homes that respect the character of the neighbourhood while elevating the standard of Lower North Shore living. With connectivity to transport, retail on the doorstep and a true village lifestyle, this milestone also comes at a perfect time when buyer confidence is returning to the market. I am incredibly proud of our team and of Decode for their dedication in helping us bring this vision to life.”

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The development is two-tiered, with two rooftops for residents. The taller building has an impressive rooftop pool, a rare inclusion in the new Sydney apartment market. The level, with panoramic views, also includes an entertaining terrace with barbecue facilities.

Local downsizers and young professionals are showing the strongest interest in the development, with recent improvements in the property market — supported by three rate cuts in 2025 — boosting borrowing power and buyer confidence.

Auction activity across Sydney surged by almost 30 per cent in recent weeks, with clearance rates above 70 per cent — signalling a renewed wave of buyer demand.

Northcote Collective will welcome buyers in 2026.

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Abadeen tops out Northcote Collective in Naremburn

Sunshine Coast-based <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/devcon-property-group">Devcon Property Group</a> has acquired one of Maroochydore’s most prominent development sites for $12 million unlocking the potentialfor a mixed-use project in the Cotton Tree precinct.

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The 4,178 sqm site at 41–43 Aerodrome Road—well known locally as the former home to one of Australia’s last Sizzler restaurants—was sold via an off-market expressions of interest campaign by Colliers agents Nick Dowling and Baydn Dodds. More than 70 targeted buyer groups were approached, resulting in multiple competitive offers for the property.

Devcon Property Group Managing Director Michael Kain said the acquisition was a strategic move in line with the company’s focus on delivering high-quality projects in prime coastal locations.&nbsp;

“We’re excited about the possibilities this site, in one of the Sunshine Coast’s most iconic beachside &nbsp;communities, offers for a broad range of development outcomes,” Kain said.

“Its location, ocean view potential, and proximity to the Maroochydore CBD and beach make it an &nbsp;outstanding development prospect. Our plans are to refurbish the existing building and then review &nbsp;development options for the remainder of the site.”&nbsp;

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Colliers Special Projects Manager Baydn Dodds said the sale reflected the ongoing strength of the &nbsp;Sunshine Coast’s development site market, particularly for projects capable of achieving water views. &nbsp;

“Sites of this scale, in walkable beachside locations with ocean views, are tightly held and continue to attract significant interest from both local and national developers,” Baydn Dodds said. &nbsp;

“Holding a prominent position as the former home to one of Australia’s last Sizzler restaurants and more recently occupied by Rashays, the prime site is located just 150 metres from Maroochydore Beach.&nbsp;

“With stunning ocean view potential, located in one of the Sunshine Coast’s best known iconic &nbsp;beachside communities, within steps of shops, cafes and the beach it is no surprise that there was strong interest in the site. The transaction highlights the ongoing depth of demand for well-located &nbsp;mixed-use sites across the Sunshine Coast.”&nbsp;

Colliers Sunshine Coast Managing Director Nick Dowling said the transaction reinforced the &nbsp;Sunshine Coast’s status as one of Australia’s most active development markets.&nbsp;

“The combination of strong population growth, lifestyle appeal, and infrastructure investment is &nbsp;driving demand for quality development opportunities,” Nick Dowling said. &nbsp;

“The Sunshine Coast is one of only three markets nationally to record an increase in crane numbers, &nbsp;reflecting the strength of the region’s construction pipeline.&nbsp;

“Opportunities like this are rare and continue to generate strong buyer interest in the region.”&nbsp;

The Sunshine Coast development market is booming, with several high-profile developers like Cube Developments, Gardner Vaughan Group, and RCQ, planning developments in the region.

Devcon buys Sunshine Coast’s former Sizzler site for new apartment development

Neometro

Designed-focused Melbourne developer&nbsp;Neometro has submitted plans for a collection of 23 apartments in the heart of the vibrant Fitzroy neighbourhood, in collaboration with award-winning Melbourne architectural studio Edition Office.

The project, 450 Gore Street, between Brunswick Street and Smith Street, is located in a leafy residential pocket of Fitzroy. It and has a distinct geometric form elevated by subtle sculptural detailing. Neometro are targeting a gas free project, with a 7.5&nbsp;star NatHERS energy rating. A mix of one, two and three-bedrooms will be on offer.

The intention of the design of 450 Gore Street is to complement its urban residential surroundings, with it being positioned alongside Victorian terraces, worker's cottages, and an established tree canopy. It will feature&nbsp;raw concrete, coloured tactile bricks, clear fluted glass and deep forest green painted metal detailing.

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The building features a carefully staggered facade, designed in line with detailed shadow analysis to maximise natural light into each building while protecting residents’ privacy. Giving way to deep private balconies, the unique design also affords each apartment direct access to outdoor space.

Floor to ceiling windows offer impressive views out across the inner-north suburbs and towards Melbourne’s central business district, which will remain protected due to the location’s zoning rules.

The building’s ground floor apartments feature generous interior volumes, which actively engage with the street and are a natural evolution of Neometro’s loft typology in size and scale.

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The project marks a long-lasting connection between Neometro and the City of Yarra, where it has completed 10 projects, including its first ever project 35 years ago, 51 Little Smith Street in Fitzroy.

“Since 1985, we’ve worked to deliver better architectural outcomes for the City of Yarra," Neometro Director Jeff Provan says.

"Our buildings are designed to provide for people over the course of their lives and our long-standing residents in this suburb are testament to the quality of Neometro homes."

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450 Gore Street will be the first project Neometro and Edition Office have worked on together.

Neometro Director Lochlan Sinclair says the&nbsp;building represents a new partnership founded on shared values and mutual respect.

"We are very pleased to be finally coming together, to create this stunning addition to Fitzroy and continue our long-lasting connection to the suburb," Sinclair said.

Edition Office is ran by Aaron Robert and Kim Bridgland. Bridgland says the&nbsp;architectural language of the existing industrial and post industrial buildings in Fitzroy is strong horizontal banding often supported on large robust columns or piers," Bridgland says.

"This defines the pedestrian experience and retail frontages along many of the streets and we feel is a detail worth celebrating. We have reinterpreted the recurring motif into a new design aesthetic. The banding becomes the mechanism through which to unite the site’s industrial heritage and Gore Streets’ residential fabric.

Neometro will be taking registrations of interest this month, with an official launch expected in early 2024.

The project, 450 Gore Street, between Brunswick Street and Smith Street, is located in a leafy residential pocket of Fitzroy



First look exclusive: Neometro file plans for Gore Street, Fitzroy apartments

Melbourne’s design-focused development group Neometro is advancing designs for its new site opposite Alma Park in St Kilda East.

Neometro are seeking to pay tribute to St Kilda's architectural heritage and cosmopolitan spirit, commissioning&nbsp;Kerstin Thompson Architects (KTA) and award-winning landscape consultants Myles Baldwin Design to create 41 apartments and 21 two and three-level townhouses at 97 Alma Road, a near 5,000 sqm site they bought last year for almost $22 million.

KTA has responded to the brief by celebrating connection with the landscape at all scales, from site planning to shared spaces and interiors.

The block is divided by landscape pockets, providing garden areas, natural light and ventilation to all apartments. An enhanced sense of community is promoted through quality outdoor shared spaces including the east garden spine, linear gardens with native planting, activated laneways between the townhouses and an apartment roof top terrace with communal food production and BBQ area.

The communal courtyard acts as a protected green for the existing trees of significant cultural values and history.

Read more:&nbsp;<a href="/news/vic/neometro-secure-next-apartment-development-site">Neometro secure next apartment development site</a>

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Designed with healthy living in mind – 97 Alma Road is the next generation of green building that not only includes environmentally responsible and resource-efficient building concepts, but also integrates human wellbeing, something Neometro have pioneered and evolved for over three decades.

&nbsp;“For more than 30 years we’ve been refining our approach to healthy building, establishing a set of pillars—air, light, comfort, connection, mind and body that consider all three aspects of health and wellbeing equally—mental, social and physical," Neometro Director James Tutton says.

Aligned to Victoria's Climate Change Framework, which has a target of net-zero carbon by 2050, 97 Alma Road will feature a range of energy-efficient features, including solar panels, rainwater harvesting systems, and high-efficiency appliances. All units will have passive solar design with direct access to sunlight for periods of the day, and no south-facing apartments. All apartments have cross-flow ventilation.

The building will also incorporate passive design principles to maximise natural light and ventilation and reduce the need for artificial heating and cooling.

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Architect Kerstin Thompson says 97 Alma Road offers a graceful return to treasured memories, forging a connection with a valued part of Melbourne’s urban history while offering a new approach to multiple housing.

"We really considered what it means to arrive home, celebrating the ‘homecoming’ with civic scaled entries to the apartment building and activating differentiated laneways between the townhouses," Thompson says.

KTA’s vision is to provide each apartment with its own distinguishing architectural element: a bay window, an arch, a sunroom, a delightfully odd-shaped window, or a juliette balcony. A feature that forges an attachment to one’s own home because it’s like no other.

An artist will be engaged to create a public art piece, inline with the City of Port Phillip's Public Art Guidelines 2017.

Residents will have access to a 141 sqm rooftop deck which will feature a&nbsp;food production area, and the ground level will have a food and beverage tenancy, suited for a cafe with outdoor seating.

Neometro are seeking to pay tribute to St Kilda's architectural heritage and cosmopolitan spirit, commissioning Kerstin Thompson Architects (KTA) and award-winning landscape consultants Myles Baldwin Design to create 41 apartments and 21 two and three-level townhouses



First look: Neometro advance plans for huge St Kilda East site

Designed by Neometro&rsquo;s long standing collaborators, MAArchitects, and local landscape designers Mud Office, Nine Wilson Ave comprises two and three-bedroom apartments, as well as Neometro&rsquo;s signature lofts, which are one-bedroom style and an early Neometro concept, which goes back to 1998 when they designed and developed Luxe on St Kilda&#39;s Inkerman Street.

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With space, flexibility, volume and light at the core of their design, Neometro lofts are unique, robust and highly adaptable for both residential or commercial use. As part of Neometro&#39;s brief to MAArchitects, it was important to ensure there were opportunities for the spaces to be adapted as resident&#39;s needs changed overtime. This is a key sustainability value of Neometro&#39;s - buy once, buy well.&nbsp;

When designing the building, the developers sought out ways to ensure the spaces suited residents needs over a long course of time. Lofts are a key part of Neometro projects, and while the approach to them has evolved over time, they&rsquo;ve always been essential to the topology of Neometro&rsquo;s buildings. With space, flexibility, volume and light at the core of their design, Neometro lofts are unique, robust and highly adaptable.

Loft 108 is a one-bedroom, one-bathroom residence, with 56 sqm internally and an eight sqm, city-facing terrace. The bathroom and kitchen are located in a central pod&nbsp;within&nbsp;the loft, with a built-in wardrobe designed to position the bedroom at the entrance.

Full-height glass-sliding doors open up to the terrace, encouraging cross-flow ventilation and a strong connection to the outdoors.&nbsp;

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Neometro lofts are designed specifically to give the resident flexibility in layout. Neometro and MAArchitects have drawn a suggestion for each loft to help purchasers visualise the spaces potential. In the case of Loft 108, they have utilised the city-side of the loft for both the living and dining areas.&nbsp;

Loft 110 is 44 sqm internally, accompanied by a nine&nbsp;sqm, city-facing terrace. The bathroom is adjacent to the entrance, with the kitchen and pantry space on the opposite wall.

The suggested layout for the loft locates the living space alongside the full-height glass-sliding doors to the terrace, with the open-plan allowing natural light to filter throughout.

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The loft is a studio-style dwelling with one-bathroom, priced at&nbsp;$425,000.

Loft 112 is&nbsp;one-bedroom and one-bathroom, with an internal footprint of just&nbsp;over 55 sqm. With an asking price of $475,000 the loft also features an eight&nbsp;sqm, city-facing terrace. This loft has an internal entry corridor which leads into the rest of the residence.&nbsp;

The kitchen and bathroom are centrally located, with the suggested layout orienting the living space near the terrace, with the bedroom at the opposite end of the dual-aspect dwelling.

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All interiors are designed to function well and provide comfort over many years, with emphasis on the contemporary considerations of natural light, cross-flow ventilation, thermal efficiency and spatial flexibility.

Both the design and material palette are guided by more than 30 years of testing and refinement to create apartments that wear in, not out. With a facade defined by a striking red concrete finish, the design utilises texture, repetition, depth and shadow to create its own distinct identity within its Jewell Station Village surroundings.

In close proximity to Princes Park and Royal Park, the development forms part of the Moreland City Council&rsquo;s plan to improve the streetscape of Wilson Avenue between Sydney Road and Jewell Station. This means&nbsp;residents within the precinct will have improved access to public transport and Brunswick&rsquo;s hospitality and retail offerings.

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Lofts are a key part of Neometro projects, and while the approach to them has evolved over time, their large volumes, flexible spaces and enduring design has remained consistent. 


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Inside Neometro’s signature-style lofts at Brunswick’s Nine Wilson Avenue

The design-focused Melbourne developer, Neometro, has seen continued success at Nine Wilson Ave.&nbsp;

Designed by Neometro&#39;s long standing&nbsp; collaborators, MAArchitects, and local landscape designers Mud Office, Nine Wilson Ave comprises of two and three-bedroom apartments, as well as Neometro&#39;s signature lofts, which are one-bedroom style and an early Neometro concept, which goes back to 1998 when they designed and developed Luxe on St Kilda&#39;s Inkerman Street.&nbsp;

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Apartment 309 is a duel aspect residence, located on&nbsp;the third storey of Nine Wilson Ave, comprising two-bedrooms and one-bathroom. The balcony is situated on the city-side of the building, adjoined by the living room and master-bedroom, which features an extensive wall-length wardrobe. The second bedroom features both a wardrobe as well as low-height storage space.

This apartment comes with one-car space and is priced at $679,000, while a similar layout can be found one-storey down at 209, with no car-parking space, from $629,000.

Apartment 205 is the most-affordable north-facing apartment, with a two-bedroom and one-bathroom layout. The apartment is dual aspect, with the two bedrooms located on the city side of the building, with an open-plan layout connecting each of the spaces throughout the apartment to the terrace. The kitchen features a large&nbsp;island-bench, along with pantry and cupboard space, with both bedrooms are fitted with walk-in robes.

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This apartment is complete with one-car parking space, priced at $775,000.

Apartment 203 is a 73 sqm two-bedroom apartment, with one-bathroom and one-car space. The eight sqm&nbsp;balcony opens to a north-facing aspect, with extensive full-height stackable doors connecting the terrace to the rest of the home. The kitchen space integrates a large&nbsp;island bench and&nbsp;the second bedroom sits on the southern-side of the home, with a private desk and extensive robe space.

The bedroom located adjacent to the dining space is characterised by large sliding doors, acting as a flexible space that could be used as an extension of the living room.&nbsp;

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Prices for this apartment layout start from $799,000.

Apartment 210 is a two-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment, spanning 75 sqm internally. The master-bedroom adjoins the city-facing terrace, accompanied by an ensuite. The kitchen features an island bench with sink, opening to the living room area and then to the balcony. The second bathroom mirrors the ensuite layout, with access from the living, kitchen, and dining area.

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This apartment features one-car parking space, from $735,000.

Each of the apartments will have an average 7.5 star NatHERS energy rating, along with a range of other sustainability features such as solar panels, recycled water systems, 100 per cent gas free, 100 per cent greenpower, energy efficient appliances and EV car charging capabilities.

Tucked away behind Sydney Road, nearby to Princes and Royal Parks, Nine Wilson Ave is the final key in Neometro&#39;s&nbsp;Jewell Station Village redevelopment. The redevelopment builds on the area&#39;s unique character, revitalises the heritage precinct, and better integrates transportation and amenities.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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Designed by Neometro’s long standing collaborators, MAArchitects, and local landscape designers Mud Office, Nine Wilson Ave comprise two and three-bedroom apartments, as well as signature lofts.

Inside Neometro's two-bedroom apartments at Brunswick's Nine Wilson Avenue

The design-focused Melbourne developer,&nbsp;Neometro, is returning to the St Kilda area, securing a prime development site for almost $22 million.

The vast 5,008 sqm St Kil​da East site at 97 Alma Road was snapped up by Neometro just before Christmas.

Neometro director James Tutton said 2021 was a year of very significant growth for Neometro.

&ldquo;We made some major acquisitions and securing Alma Rd days before Christmas was the perfect icing on the cake,&quot; Tutton said.

&ldquo;We&rsquo;re very active on the northside &ndash; Brunswick, Northcote, Thornbury, Fitzroy etc. We&rsquo;ve got a long history in the southside too and we&rsquo;re looking forward to getting back there.&quot;

Neometro will run a design competition with a number of architecture firms before confirming who will design the project, which at this stage is expected to yield apartments and townhouses, given the size of the site.

&quot;We think we&#39;ll be able to deliver beautiful park fronting apartments and&nbsp;beautiful green townhouses ranging in size - some more of a family home, some more suited to couples,&quot; Tutton said, adding that there will be a nice variety of sizes on offer.

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It&#39;s a return to the St Kilda area for Neometro, whose last development was Harper Lane, completed in 2013 on St Kilda&#39;s Inkerman Street.

&quot;We&#39;ve been extremely active on the north side of Melbourne, but we&#39;ve been looking for a while for a site that provided a platform for us to come back,&quot; Tutton said.

&quot;Our view is that the quality of development on the Northside has been really really good, and the Southside just hasn&#39;t been the same level of quality - particularly around the St Kilda East area, so we thought it would be a great opportunity to up the ante in terms of development south of the river.&quot;

The highly sought after site, dubbed Saint Alma, which is currently occupied by&nbsp;a commercial building and two all-weather sports fields which is leased to Fitness First until 2024,&nbsp;was popular among developers.

Colliers agents Peter Bremner, Jozef Dickinson, Trent Hobart and Ted Dwyer secured the sale.

Bremner said Saint Alma represented the ultimate inner-city opportunity, being directly opposite beautiful parkland in a prime bayside location all within walking distance to chic and popular Windsor.

The site is directly opposite Alma Park and has easy access to all modes of public transport and major arterial roads including Windsor and Balaclava Train Stations and Dandenong and St Ki​lda Road trams.

Neometro is currently selling Nine Wilson Ave, their final apartment project in Brunswick&#39;s Jewell Station Village,&nbsp;a multi-stage development that began back in 2016.

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Over 35 per cent of the 73 apartments on offer have been snapped up over the traditionally quiet Christmas holiday period.

Designed by&nbsp;Neometro&rsquo;s long standing collaborators, MAArchitects, and local&nbsp;landscape designers Mud Office, Nine Wilson Ave will comprise a range of one, two and three-bedroom apartments, as well as the lofts.

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Neometro director James Tutton said 2021 was a year of very significant growth for Neometro

Neometro secure next apartment development site

The design-focused Melbourne developer, Neometro, has seen rapid success at Nine Wilson Ave, their final apartment project in Brunswick&#39;s Jewell Station Village,&nbsp;a multi-stage development that began back in 2016.

Over 35 per cent of the 73 apartments on offer have been snapped up over the traditionally quiet Christmas holiday period.

Neometro&#39;s head of sales&nbsp;Andrew Steele&nbsp;said sales were pretty much instant.

&ldquo;There were numerous buyers waiting for Neometro&rsquo;s next apartment offering,&rdquo; Andrew said.

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The quick fire sales success came from&nbsp;private appointments with clients, giving people the chance to take time and go through all of the details in a relaxed setting.

&ldquo;Due to the caution around rising COVID numbers&nbsp; and the traditional lull in sales over the Christmas break, we weren&rsquo;t anticipating such an active market over this period.&rdquo;

Andrew says there&#39;s been a diverse mix of buyers. Made up of predominantly&nbsp;locals who wanted to live near family,&nbsp;there&#39;s been enquiry from first home buyers, both singles and couples, young professionals looking for more space, and a considerable number of downsizers.

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&ldquo;Over 95 per cent of buyers so far have been owner occupiers, which is typical for a <a href="https://neometro.com.au/">Neometro</a> project,&rdquo; Andrew added.

&quot;What has been great to see&nbsp;is the amount of referrals we&#39;ve had from people who are living in the other Neometro buildings, particularly&nbsp;in Jewell Station Village.

&quot;Those who know the quality of the build and design, and what it&#39;s like to live in a <a href="https://neometro.com.au/">Neometro</a> apartment,&nbsp;have strongly encouraged their friends or family to have a look at Neometro&rsquo;s latest offering.&quot;

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Another anticipated outcome was buyers coming from the architect and design world, who, like many, appreciate the sustainability and design of a striking building.

&quot;There have been several architects and interior designers buy in the project, and many with family or friends who work within the design industry. They know as well as anyone that Neometro produces quality, well considered design.&rdquo;

Andrew also noted that he&rsquo;s nearly sold out all of the loft apartments that were on offer at Nine Wilson Ave.

The signature lofts, a unique Neometro&nbsp;concept which&nbsp;<a href="https://openjournal.com.au/high-density-homes-luxe-building-circa-1998/">goes back to 1998 when they created Luxe on St Kilda&#39;s Inkerman Street</a>, are a warm shell and a flexible space, with ceiling heights up to 3.8m that come in a range of sizes allowing maximum flexibility to buyers.

&quot;They&#39;ve mainly been snapped up by creative types for residential purposes,&quot; Steele advised, adding that with the multi-functional&nbsp;space, buyers can be a bit more creative with their furniture selection.

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Designed by Neometro&rsquo;s long standing collaborators, MAArchitects, and local&nbsp;landscape designers Mud Office, Nine Wilson Ave will comprise a range of one, two and three-bedroom apartments, as well as the lofts.

Each of the Nine Wilson Ave apartments will have an average 7.5 star NatHERS energy rating, along with a range of other sustainability features such as solar panels, recycled water systems, energy efficient appliances and EV car charging capabilities.

Tucked away behind Sydney Road, Jewell Station Village is a key part of the local council&rsquo;s plan to build on the area&rsquo;s unique character, revitalise the heritage precinct, and better integrate transportation and amenities.

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Over 35 per cent of the 73 apartments on offer have been snapped up over the traditionally quiet Christmas holiday period

Neometro's Nine Wilson Ave, Brunswick apartments, secure quick sales flurry

After more than three decades delivering premium residential projects, Neometro has established a reputation as one of Melbourne&rsquo;s most design-focused and socially led development groups.

Neometro&rsquo;s meticulously crafted residences are the result of a unique, curated approach to uniting architecture, interior design, engineering and construction.&nbsp;

As a certified B Corporation dedicated to creating architectural buildings with a sense of place and belonging, Neometro delivers projects that are beautiful, functional and timeless.

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The Neometro team&nbsp;are set to bring to the market their final piece of Brunswick&#39;s Jewell Station Village, a multi-stage development that began back in 2016.

They&#39;re soon to launch Nine Wilson Ave, which will home the last 58 apartments in the development at the southern end of Brunswick near Royal Park.&nbsp;Nine Wilson Ave&nbsp;will be the fourth residential offering in Jewell Station Village, following Jewell Street, 17 Union St, and most recently, One Wilson Ave.&nbsp;

In conjunction with architecture firm MAA and the local landscape designers Mud Office, Nine Wilson Ave will comprise a range of one, two and three-bedroom apartments, as well as a handful of signature lofts.

Tucked away behind Sydney Road, the Jewell Station Village is a key part of the local council&rsquo;s plan to build on the area&rsquo;s unique character, revitalise the heritage precinct, and better integrate transportation and amenities.

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Upon completion Jewell Station Village will be a thriving part of Brunswick that connects to a range of amenities.

Neometro Director, James Tutton, says like all Neometro projects, the latest development promotes wellbeing, prioritises sustainability and is engineered to last.&nbsp;Bringing to mind buildings found in cities like Milan and Barcelona, he says there is a particularly strong connection to the street and neighbourhood.

&quot;The development of Nine Wilson Avenue will mark the completion of the Jewell Station Village and will be a thriving part of Brunswick that connects to a range of amenities. With an emphasis on access to retailers, trams, trains, bike paths and parklands, we&rsquo;ve ensured this build helps promote better health and community connection,&rdquo; Tutton says.

Defined by the use of a singular colour, blush red, the design uses repetition, texture, depth and shadow to create a facade with a distinct identity.

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MAA Principle, Karen Alcock, says it was important the design in part acknowledged Jewell Station&rsquo;s longevity and its significance and contribution to Brunswick.

&ldquo;We wanted to reference Jewell&rsquo;s robust and timeless brickwork, and then amplify it beyond the realm of familiarity,&rdquo; Alcock says.

&ldquo;For example, the predominant exterior material is cast concrete with red oxide pigment&mdash;a signature of Neometro&rsquo;s commitment to making buildings that will last lifetimes. Integrating the pigment into the materiality ensures the facade will respond well to change and even improve with age.&quot;

Neometro are always sustainably-conscious when creating their apartment.

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&quot;We want to broaden and strengthen what sustainability means for property development,&quot; Neometro Director Lochlan Sinclair says.

&quot;From design through to construction and maintenance, we believe that sustainability should be a key consideration at every stage of a project&rsquo;s lifecycle.&quot;

Each of the Nine Wilson Ave apartments will have an average 7.5 star NatHERS energy rating, achieved by&nbsp;a recycled water system for landscape irrigation and&nbsp;energy saving LED lighting within the apartments.

The gas-free building, fitted with solar panels, will be electric vehicle ready, and will have a communal rooftop with a productive garden and shared clotheslines to reduce the need for a dryer.

The interiors are designed to function well and provide comfort over many years, with emphasis on natural light, thermal efficiency and spatial flexibility. Both the design and material palette are guided by more than 30 years of testing and refinement.

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Nine Wilson Ave will also feature a limited number of lofts. Neometro&#39;s unique concept of signature lofts goes back to 1998 when they created Luxe on St Kilda&#39;s Inkerman Street.

The lofts, which are designed for flexibility - are suitable as either residential or commercial spaces. They&nbsp;will feature nearly four metre-high ceilings, flexible floor plans,&nbsp;and full height windows, which allow maximum natural light in.

&quot;When designing lofts, we find opportunities to provide high ceilings and dual aspects,&quot; Sinclair says.

&quot;Rather than follow trends, we focus on functionality, so that occupants can swiftly adapt the space to suit their varying needs. This flexible design approach means purchasers can buy once, buy well.&quot;

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Tucked away behind Sydney Road, the Jewell Station Village is a multistage development and a key part of the local council’s plan to build on the area’s unique character

Neometro to launch Nine Wilson Ave, the final stage in the Brunswick Jewell Station Village development

With national news evoking fresh concerns about climate change, Melbourne-based developer Neometro have shared the benefits of investing in sustainable projects.

While Savills has earmarked the <a href="/expert-insights/investing/importance-of-environmental-credentials-grows-for-property-investors-savills" target="_blank">growing importance of environmental credentials in real estate</a> to attract investors, the benefits of developing sustainable projects are proving to be far more all-encompassing.

According to Neometro director James Tutton, sustainable development can set a project up for success from the get-go.

From reducing risk at both the planning and settlement stages, to meeting consumer demands, Neometro has distilled these benefits across three areas. 
&nbsp;

1. Planning risk

What was once somewhat limited to anecdotal discussions with Council planning officers, the concept of rewarding projects with high ESG aspirations is translating into real policy, and it&rsquo;s something several municipalities have taken on board.

Some councils, such as City of Moreland, have designed excellence scorecards to reward project applications which seek to achieve a high sustainability score.

Considering this upfront allows for better planning and better certainty, Tutton argues.

&ldquo;It&rsquo;s reassuring being able to approach a project with certainty, knowing VCAT isn&rsquo;t going to pull the rug out from under you,&rdquo; he said. 
&nbsp;

2. Settlement risk

Purchaser mortgage choices have opened up for projects which achieve pre-established sustainability criteria.

&ldquo;Traditionally, investment decisions scrutinise financial data alone, and now we&rsquo;ve seen a shift towards investors and buyers demanding we look at the bigger picture,&rdquo; Tutton said.

Neometro noticed many purchasers going with non-major banks that reduced interest rates the better a building performed when selling its Jewell Station apartments in Brunswick.

&ldquo;Giving purchasers more mortgage options with competitive pricing increases the likelihood of them being approved for purchase, and therefore diminishes settlement risk and the nervousness that often comes with this time&rdquo;, he told Urban. 
&nbsp;

3. Consumer demand

&ldquo;There&rsquo;s no denying sustainability is a strong selling tool, the demand is out there&rdquo;, Tutton said.

Consumers are making socially and environmentally conscious decisions when it comes to everyday purchases, and the developer claims that property is no different.

Across every industry, organisations are stepping up to meet the demands of increasingly informed and savvy consumers.

&ldquo;As developers, we have a real opportunity to meet that demand while simultaneously supporting the need for greater sustainability within our community and being profitable,&rdquo; Tutton said.

In every marketing campaign across its stable of projects, Neometro noted that messaging with a focus on sustainability performed the strongest. 
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<h2>Sustainable projects on Apartments.com.au</h2>

Coming off the recent success at its South Crescent development, which sold in less than a week, Neometro have exemplified the desirability of sustainability-driven projects.

The group become Australia&rsquo;s first property developer to achieve B Corporation certification in 2013, making them one of the nation&rsquo;s leaders in delivering sustainable buildings.

Urban takes a look at three sustainable projects that owner-occupiers and investors should keep an eye on. 
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1. One Wilson Avenue, Brunswick 
Address: 1 Wilson Avenue, Brunswick VIC 3055 
One-bedroom apartments from $515,000

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Future-focused and carefully crafted, this Brunswick development is delivered in collaboration between Neometro and Milieu.

The project integrates renewable energy and has received a 7.5-star NatHERS rating.

Designed by Fieldwork, the project references the brutalist post-war buildings of the Brunswick area, and connected to a wide range of amenities and sprawling parklands. 
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2. Omnia, Moorabbin 
Address: 4-6 Horscroft Place, Moorabbin VIC 3189 
One-bedroom apartments from $465,000

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As part of the developer&rsquo;s commitment to environmental sustainability, Omnia uses the best materials and technologies in environmental and sustainable building methods.

Delivered by Shenfield Property, the 40-apartment development&rsquo;s park frontage adds to the growing number of green spaces in the area.

Featuring energy-efficient design, together with appealing gardens created by Wallbrink Landscape Architecture, Omnia delivers exciting new residences with comfort and style. 
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3. The Fabric, Altona North 
Address: 188-198 Blackshaws Road, Altona North VIC 3025 
Two-bedroom townhomes from $695,000

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The Fabric, designed for liveability and increased comfort year-round, boasts a seven-star NatHERS energy rating.

Delivered by Mirvac, the Altona North development commits to contributing to a more sustainable future.

Leafy green tree-lined streets, contemporary architecture and private front gardens form the walkable master-planned community.

Renowned landscaping architects, Eckersley Garden Architecture, have designed courtyards with edible planter beds and a custom-designed Patchwork Park.

Neometro shines a light on the benefits of investing in sustainable projects. What it means for banks, developers, buyers and the environment combined

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Benefits for banks, buyers and the environment: Neometro shares its sustainability insights

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Making its mark in Brunswick's Wilson Avenue precinct, is One Wilson Ave, the latest collaborative residential project by Neometro and Milieu.

With a commanding concrete facade by Fieldwork and stylish minimalist interiors by DesignOffice, One Wilson Ave will have buyers flocking from every corner of the city to secure a home in this ultra-sophisticated and highly sustainable development.

I caught up with Milieu director, Shannon Peach, to find out what inspired the design and vision of the project.

<figure><a href="/buildings/one-wilson-avenue"><img alt="" class="image-article_full_width_580px" height="384" 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_2020-09-09_at_5.37.04_pm.png?itok=Or8P3RhB" width="580"></a></figure>U: Where did you draw inspiration for One Wilson Ave from?

Alongside Neometro we share a commitment to design excellence and positively contributing to Melbourne’s urban landscape.

With architecture and interior design by Fieldwork and DesignOffice respectively, Wilson Ave Brunswick responds to its local context in its architectural form and interior experience. It explores the subtle elegance of traditional utilitarian materials chosen for their ability to age with grace.

The design narrative was driven by a process of distillation and deduction to create a distinct dialogue with the traditional bluestone foundations and cobblestone laneways visible throughout the neighbourhood, an enduring backdrop for living. Drawing inspiration from the local area, it was important to create a building that resonated with Brunswick and serve as a benchmark for contemporary architecture in the area.

<figure><a href="/buildings/one-wilson-avenue"><img alt="" class="image-article_full_width_580px" height="390" src="/s3/files/styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/screen_shot_2020-09-09_at_5.37.32_pm_0.png?itok=_1DhccfJ" width="580"></a></figure>U: What were the top 5 features you decided had to be included in the development and why?

1. To create truly liveable homes - Wilson Ave features two of Australia’s best design talents Fieldwork Architecture who have designed the building and DesignOffice designing the interiors.

2. The apartments at One Wilson Ave have been created with superior floorplans that meet the needs of residents that require homes designed for flexible living. Floorplans allow the flexibility to create home offices, children’s playrooms, yoga spaces or an extension of the living zone.

3. Paying homage to Neometro's history and Milieu's development approach, while referencing the area's brutalist post-war buildings, the façade is defined by a bold and singular material: concrete. Its use ensures that the building will age gracefully and develop a unique character as the years go by.

4. Storage considerations save valuable kitchen workspace and ample built in laundry and linen storage in every apartment ensures optimised floorplans and provides residents the chance to hide any unwanted appliances.

5. Sustainability - We believe sustainability is about longevity and strategic design rather than tokenistic gestures. This means favouring durable materials that wear in (not out); integrating renewable energy; and devising spaces that can respond passively to changes in weather. Measures have been put in place now to ensure clients can buy once and buy well, maintaining a high level of sustainability for many years to come.

<figure><a href="/buildings/one-wilson-avenue"><img alt="" class="image-article_full_width_580px" height="384" src="/s3/files/styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/screen_shot_2020-09-09_at_5.37.53_pm_0.png?itok=RlIs1MTC" width="580"></a></figure>U: What do you think buyers love most about One Wilson Ave?

Buyers are always looking for intelligently designed, fully resolved homes that have been painstakingly designed to ensure every aspect is considered. We’ve already had great interest from first home buyers who have been drawn to our one and two-bedroom apartments, many of which are eligible for the HomeBuilder grant and also downsizers who appreciate the design for flexible living and can turn spare rooms into offices, libraries or yoga studios should they wish.

<figure><a href="/buildings/one-wilson-avenue"><img alt="" class="image-article_full_width_580px" height="454" src="/s3/files/styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/screen_shot_2020-09-09_at_5.38.15_pm_0.png?itok=dIJ2a86a" width="580"></a></figure>U: If you had to choose your favourite aspect of the building, what would it be?

The sense of permanence that Wilson Ave immediately instils from the outset is definitely a highlight for me. These apartments are designed with longevity in mind. The enduring materials used, combined with thoughtful design decisions, mean that these apartments will wear in, not wear out. Occupants can rest assured that their home will age gracefully, and require minimal intervention and replacements across the years, which will reduce both wastage and costs in the long-term.

<figure><a href="/buildings/one-wilson-avenue"><img alt="" class="image-article_full_width_580px" height="432" src="/s3/files/styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/screen_shot_2020-09-09_at_5.38.37_pm_0.png?itok=NVqX3t4Q" width="580"></a></figure>U: What makes your project stand out from other properties on the market?

In 2020 our homes have had to adapt to our changing needs. No longer simply a place for reprieve, COVID-19 has seen dining tables become workstations, living rooms become yoga studios and bedrooms become classrooms. The adaptability and multi-functionality of space has long been central to Milieu’s design philosophy for apartment living. Neometro and Milieu share a belief in refined design and civic responsibility, creating enduring spaces of influence that enhance the neighbourhoods in which they stand, and Wilson Ave is exemplar of this honest connection.

Project credits  
Developers: Milieu and Neometro 
Architect: Fieldwork 
Interior Design: DesignOffice
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Olivia Round

Melbourne apartment of the week: One Wilson Ave, Brunswick

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Another station precinct development authorised by VicTrack has slipped into construction mode.

Piling works have begun on the southern building adjacent to Jewell railway station, which is part of a development backed by Neometro that will deliver approximately 120 new apartments metres away from a refurbished station and concourse. The southern building will eventually front both Barkly Street and the station forecourt.

The MA Architects-designed Barkly Street building will rise eight levels and include over 70 apartments and a green rooftop area. 

<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/ext_south_snippet_final_lowres_copy.jpg" rel="gallery-all" title="Jewell Station's southern building is under construction. Image: NeoMetero"><img alt="" class="image-article-full-width-580px" height="352" src="/sites/urban.melbourne/files/styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/ext_south_snippet_final_lowres_copy.jpg?itok=yQOUBdnY" title="Jewell Station's southern building is under construction. Image: NeoMetero" width="580"></a>

<figcaption>Jewell Station's southern building is under construction. Image: NeoMetero</figcaption></figure>Its move to construction has also seen the apartments within the second building dubbed 17 Union Street released for sale. BKK Architects are responsible for the design of the Union Street building, in addition to acting as master-planners for the entire precinct.

According to the architecture practice, VicTrack were swayed in the direction of their submission for the station precinct renewal due to their design led solution which incorporated the latest in community consultation, sustainable practices, integrated living and adaptability.

According to VicTrack Jewell station's upgrade will also be delivered as part of the initial build.

Meanwhile, Ormond Station's redevelopment is back on the agenda as developer DealCorp seeks to placate authorities in a bid to have the multi-level apartment project revived. Architects ClarkeHopkinsClarke originally devised a 13 storey tower for site.

<blockquote>
Following the removal of a level crossing on North Road, the development of this land and airspace will capture value within the site, making it possible for the delivery of key public infrastructure. Secondly it will serve as a link between the two existing retail precincts flanking the train line, generating an expanded offering and improved experience for local shoppers as well as better commercial opportunities for the current tenancies.

Thirdly, it will introduce a quality apartment style product into this established residential community with a more affordable entry point into the market.

ClarkeHopkinsClarke
</blockquote>

<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/image317.jpg" rel="gallery-all" title="Ormond Station's initial 13 storey design. Image: ClarkeHopkinsClarke"><img alt="" class="image-article-full-width-580px" height="387" src="/sites/urban.melbourne/files/styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/image317.jpg?itok=WlnCeQF2" title="Ormond Station's initial 13 storey design. Image: ClarkeHopkinsClarke" width="580"></a>

<figcaption>Ormond Station's initial 13 storey design. Image: ClarkeHopkinsClarke</figcaption></figure>The Victorian Parliament didn't see the project in the same light, electing to vote down the development primarily due to its height.

Earlier this month, The Age <a href="https://www.theage.com.au/politics/victoria/renewed-design-for-high-rise-ormond-tower-20180304-p4z2ry">reported </a>that DealCorp's intentions for the development were back on track, albeit minus three levels. Owned by VicTrack, the site is now likely to host a ten level mixed-use building consisting primarily of apartments, with a full line supermarket, specialty retailers, bike share facilities and civic plaza included.

After holding positive talks with the state opposition, DealCorp will likely submit revised plans to the Level-Crossing Removal Authority for Ormond Place later this month.

<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/image318.jpg" rel="gallery-all" title="Ormond Station's low-rise component. Image: ClarkeHopkinsClarke"><img alt="" class="image-article-full-width-580px" height="293" src="/sites/urban.melbourne/files/styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/image318.jpg?itok=Wnnmv-uk" title="Ormond Station's low-rise component. Image: ClarkeHopkinsClarke" width="580"></a>

<figcaption>Ormond Station's low-rise component. Image: ClarkeHopkinsClarke</figcaption></figure>
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