<a href="/developers/bridgestone-projects">Bridgestone Projects</a> is looking to push its rejected Chatswood apartment towers higher.

Around 18 months after submitting to the local Willoughby Council for a two-tower development at 44-52 Anderson Street, Bridgestone has gone to the NSW Government for a&nbsp;$90 million State Significant Development.

It will see the two towers on the 2,687 sqm site, which will share a podium level, reach 33 levels, higher than the 25 levels that were approved in September.

The uplift comes as a trigger of affordable housing in the development.

Since late 2023, the NSW Government has encouraged developers to include affordable housing. If they have at least 10 to 15 per cent of the total apartments as affordable, they can build a tower 20 to 30 per cent higher than without.

Bridgestone had previously sought 96 apartments. Now they are proposing 123 apartments, 36 of which will be affordable.

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The Anderson Street development will feature a two-level podium with commercial and retail spaces on the ground floor, with vehicular access planned from Day Street.&nbsp;

The apartment mix is still weighted toward three-bedrooms (89). 18 two-bedrooms have been put forward, as well as nine one-bedroom apartments and seven four-beds.

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A green spine will link the two residential towers, and communal open space will be located on Level 2. This design element aims to provide shared external spaces, enhance visual appeal, and integrate natural elements throughout the development.&nbsp;

Residents will have access to shared outdoor spaces, a swimming pool, sauna, BBQ area, and associated amenities.

An eight-level basement car park will be part of the development providing 296 parking spaces, which aims to support sustainable transport options, with proximity to Chatswood Station and public transport networks.

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Architectural firm Make has designed the project, focusing on integrating the new development within the evolving Chatswood CBD while maintaining a connection with the surrounding built environment.

<a href="/architects/make-architecture">MAKE Architects</a> won the design competition, impressing the jury with their solution to balancing the scale of the towers with the heritage conservation areas to the east, achieved by dividing the building into two slender forms.

The façade design incorporates a contemporary aesthetic inspired by the local area's brick buildings with a focus on solar access, natural ventilation, and shading elements to improve energy efficiency.

The documents submitted to the NSW Government suggest the proposal "aligns with planning objectives for increasing housing diversity, particularly through the inclusion of in-fill affordable housing."

Approved were 96 apartments. Now Bridgestone is proposing 123 apartments, 36 of which will be affordable

Joel Robinson

Bridgestone to push dual-tower Chatswood apartment tower higher

Brisbane’s suburban renewal continues to gain momentum with a transformative vision for Alderley, where&nbsp;Darveniza Group is planning to convert an industrial site into a vibrant residential community.

The new project, to be known as&nbsp;<a href="/new-apartments/station-quarter-78-farrington-street-alderley">Station Quarter</a> on Farrington Street, will put residents adjacent to&nbsp;<a href="/developments/alderley-qld-4051">Alderley</a> train station. The 17,167 sqm masterplan by Nettletontribe will have seven low to mid-rise apartment buildings, ranging between four and 10 levels, and have around 400 new apartments.

Darveniza Group is led by Queensland richlister Jane Darveniza, the widow of millionaire property developer Bojan Darveniza.

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The precinct will be anchored by a central 1,750 sqm communal open walkway with extensive retail spaces.

The Farrington Street address, opposite Alderley Station with street frontage to Huddart Street, is surrounded by established amenities, including schools, parks, and shops, with direct access to major arterial roads and the Ferny Grove train line.&nbsp;

The masterplan aims to offer diverse housing options to cater to a wide range of residents, including affordable choices that address Brisbane’s growing housing demand.The first stage will comprise two buildings, one with 34 units across a four-level block, the smallest in the development, and 66 units in an eight-level building.

The 100 apartments in this initial phase will range from one to three bedrooms, with a 102 sqm ground-floor space for a café.

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The Town Planning Report by Urbis suggested Station Quarter is a "catalyst for Alderley and its evolution as a growth node."

"Station Quarter is set to redefine urban living in Alderley, by transitioning from low impact industry to a dynamic, low-medium density residential community," the report noted.

"Station Quarter is more than just a residential project; it is a commitment to sustainable urban development. By replacing industrial land uses with residential, the project not only meets the immedaite housing needs but also fosters a thriving, connected community within Brisbane's inner 5km radius."

Alderley isn't a suburb often associated with new apartment development. The last time a new project launched was nearly 12 months ago.

Breathe Residences, by&nbsp;joint venture partners&nbsp;<a href="/developers/capital-prudential">Capital Prudential</a>&nbsp;and the architecturally-driven property developer&nbsp;<a href="/developers/guavalime">Guavalime</a>, will be just across 800m from Station Quarter.

Alderley set for 400-apartment Station Quarter development opposite train station

Transport Oriented Developments have taken a hold of the Sydney development market in recent months, particularly since the opening of the extended Sydney Metro line.

Third.i is building Hume Place above Crows Nest Metro, while Mirvac and John Holland have revealed their future plans for Waterloo Quarter.

<a href="/developers/holdmark-property-group">Holdmark</a> is the latest to look to the ToD, which the government says "encourages sustainable and mixed-use development around transport and aims to create vibrant and walkable communities."

They have proposed three structures in <a href="/developments/macquarie-park-nsw-2113">Macquarie Park</a>, on a&nbsp;12,720 sqm site at 2-4 Giffnock Avenue, strategically located near the Macquarie Park Metro station, Macquarie Centre, and Macquarie University.&nbsp;

The proposal includes just under 600 apartments, with 10 per cent allocated as affordable housing.

The development will also incorporate retail spaces, including a supermarket, and essential infrastructure such as open space and road networks.

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The site has been rezoned to allow for mixed-use development, with a maximum incentive height of 130 meters.

The development plan includes two slender residential towers and a smaller building above a shared podium. It aims to deliver a built form that reflects the evolving urban character of Macquarie Park while providing active ground-level uses and green spaces.

"Holdmark's proposal aligns with the precinct's goals of creating walkable, vibrant neighbourhoods with enhanced connectivity," the State Significant Development Application noted.

Studio SC, formerly Scott Carver, has handled the preliminary designs for the towers.

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The precinct is one of six accelerated housing areas designated by the Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure, aiming to boost housing supply near major transport hubs while retaining job opportunities and improving public amenities.

"NSW needs more housing supply," the NSW Government says.

"We have a once-in-a-lifetime chance to shape the Six Cities Region’s city planning around Sydney’s new world-class metro system and leverage existing rail stations to serve generations to come.

"By building more housing near the metro and rail stations, we can enable more people to live close to transport, jobs, services, night life and amenities.

"The Transport Oriented Development (TOD) Program will create sustainable and connected cities now and for future generations."

The proposal includes just under 600 apartments, with 10 per cent allocated as affordable housing

First look: Holdmark submits Sydney's latest Transport Oriented Development at Macquarie Park	

<a href="/developments/double-bay-nsw-2028">Double Bay</a>&nbsp;village&nbsp;is set to undergo further transformation, with new plans revealing more shoptop housing on Knox Street.

Scali furniture boss Anthony Scali is behind the plans for a five-level development on the site currently occupied by the Savoy Hotel at <a href="/new-apartments/27-37-knox-street-double-bay">35-45 Knox Street</a>. Scali paid a reported price of around $35 million for the 616 sqm in 2021.

The lease to the Savoy Hotel has expired - paving the way for redevelopment to create nine apartments above three ground-level retail spaces - no doubt a potential new space for the Nick Scali furniture empire in the heart of one of Sydney's most affluent shopping suburbs.

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The $31 million development has been designed by <a href="/architects/mhn-design-union">MHN Design Union</a>&nbsp;who has chose a light brick and metal clad&nbsp;façade to integrate with the area's established character, which includes a combination of inter-war and contemporary mixed-use buildings.

Plans are for six two-beds, two three-beds, and one four-bed apartment, each with balconies and living areas which have been oriented to achieve maximise natural light and ventilation.&nbsp;

The project has been designed to suit a diverse demographic, including families, retirees, and downsizers, reflecting market demand for flexible and functional living spaces, the documents submitted to the Woollahra Municipal Council say.

The development provides 20 parking spaces across two basement levels, accommodating cars, motorcycles, and bicycles.

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&nbsp;

Double Bay is undergoing a huge redevelopment everywhere you look.

Late last year plans were submitted for the InterContinental Double Bay, also on Knox Street, <a href="/news/nsw/intercontinental-hotel-double-bay-to-become-1-billion-lifestyle-precinct">to turn it into a $1 billion mixed-use precinct</a> with a new high-end retail and dining precinct, cinemas, landscaped open spaces, a new boutique luxury hotel, and a health and wellness centre, and 29 apartments across the top seven levels.

Shortly before that, more <a href="/news/nsw/first-look-double-bays-cross-street-transformation-to-continue">plans were filed with the local council on Cross Street</a>, where the well-known&nbsp;Florida dry cleaners, womens clothing store Alex &amp; Harry, and cafe Bar Lanziano, will make way for more shoptop housing, with six luxury apartments planned above two more fashion outlets and a cafe.

Construction is well underway at Top Spring Australia's Ode Double Bay, where suburb records have tumbled in recent years. The penthouse sold for $25 million in 2022.&nbsp;

Double Bay makeover to continue as Scali furniture boss plots new luxe apartments

Diversified national property developer,&nbsp;<a href="/developers/time-place">Time &amp; Place</a>, has&nbsp;received development approval from the Victorian Planning Minister for Park Modern, a large-scale, mixed-use development that will occupy one of the largest island sites on the Melbourne CBD periphery.

It will add another $500 million to the developer‘s portfolio once complete. &nbsp;

The Minister for Planning of Victoria, Sonya Kilkenny, announced the project’s planning approval in person at the <a href="/developments/south-melbourne-vic-3205">South Melbourne</a> site.&nbsp;

The DFP pathway was introduced to fast-track the delivery of much-needed housing and has been a pivotal tool in enabling the approval of Time &amp; Place developments while also includes their <a href="/news/vic/first-look-time-place-and-woolworths-greenlit-for-glen-iris-mixed-use-precinct">$150m mixed-use Glen Iris development</a> in partnership with Woolworths Group which was approved in October 2024.&nbsp;

By providing reduced approval timeframes and greater project certainty, the DFP pathway has enabled Time &amp; Place to confidently advance projects that meet community needs in a timely and efficient manner, strengthening project viability.&nbsp;

Tim Price, Founder and Director of Time &amp; Place, says the&nbsp;accelerated approval process is "enabling us to better deliver thoughtfully designed places while supporting local economic growth and job creation."

"We commend the Minister and the Victorian Government for their leadership and commitment to facilitating impactful developments that benefit the community and economy."

After initially acquiring a single site at 11-17 Dorcas Street, Time &amp; Place has spent the past 18 months gradually acquiring four additional sites bordered by Dorcas and Wells Streets and Middleton Lane, taking the land holding to 2,398 sqm.

The development, Park Modern, will feature 243 apartments and introduce a village-style look and feel that integrates dining options, amenities and a community activation that will link directly with South Melbourne. The project will comprise one, two, three and penthouse apartments, in addition to a diverse ground-floor retail offering.&nbsp;

Designed by the renowned <a href="/architects/bates-smart">Bates Smart</a> studio, the distinctive project is designed to feature two sculptural towers connected via a central garden bridge. The towers are conceived as a pair of elegant forms that rest on a refined garden podium, celebrating the Parkside address and surrounding Domain precinct. &nbsp;

Price said acquiring the additional sites allows for the introduction of a superior design and place-making outcome for this corner of South Melbourne, reinforcing the developer’s conviction in the area and the city-fringe residential market.

"In this vibrant corner of South Melbourne, seamlessly connected to South Yarra and the Botanic Gardens and just 1.6 &nbsp;km from the CBD, we envision an innovative, amenity-rich village that fosters community engagement with the Domain Precinct. Our goal is to provide sophisticated yet attainable residential designs that complement the prestige of this remarkable location.

“After exploring the opportunities presented from a larger, amalgamated site, Time &amp; Place has been able to unlock further design and amenity opportunities, evolving our original idea for the site into a true urban precinct that feels incredibly authentic to our brand and values."

Sales will commence on <a href="/new-apartments/park-modern-south-melbourne-1-middleton-lane-south-melbourne-vic-3205">Park Modern</a> later in 2025, with construction set to follow shortly after.

Time & Place greenlit for Park Modern, new $500m apartment development overlooking Melbourne’s Botanic Gardens

Nearly four years after signalling it will be going into the mixed-use precinct sector and starting with a site in Waterloo, Fabcot, the development arm of supermarket chain Woolworths, has submitted a development application for the site.

They secured concept plan approval for the project in May last year, but the recently laid $165 million plan for the&nbsp;6,534&nbsp;sqm site at 923 Bourke Street is the one that will go up for full approval.&nbsp;

They've proposed a part eight, part six-level building designed by <a href="/architects/bates-smart">Bates Smart</a>&nbsp;who won the design competition for the project over the likes of Koichi Takada Architects and SJB.

The design pays homage to the cultural and natural heritage of <a href="/developments/waterloo-nsw-2017">Waterloo</a>, according to the documents submitted to the City of Sydney Council.

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The precinct will be home to two residential buildings, along with a five-story commercial building. 110 one, two and three-bedroom apartments will spread across the two residential buildings, with 68 per cent designed as offering dual aspects,&nbsp;optimising natural light and ventilation

Drawing inspiration from Aboriginal Country and the area's rich history, the architectural expression features sandy-tone bricks and green hues reminiscent of the coastal landscapes and native flora that once flourished here.&nbsp;

Facade geometries, with splayed and peeled elements, echo the forms of Banksia Serrata and Melaleuca plants, further rooting the project in its local context.

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Residents will also benefit from communal amenities including a landscaped podium courtyard and rooftop terraces.&nbsp;

The apartments will rise from an activated ground plane where Fabcot intends to create a plaza-style precinct with&nbsp;specialty shops, cafes, restaurants, and a full-line Woolworths supermarket equipped with modern conveniences like direct-to-boot and e-commerce services.&nbsp;

The commercial building, strategically positioned at McEvoy and Bourke Streets, will cater to local workplace needs with compact, flexible office spaces.&nbsp;Its faceted design complements the surrounding streetscape while framing inviting views of the precinct’s public spaces.

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Sustainable features include&nbsp;solar panels, EV charging stations, rainwater reuse systems, and low-carbon materials.&nbsp;

Six terraces homes to be managed by City West Housing with sit along Young Street.

Waterloo has been abuzz with activity recently.

Mirvac and John Holland <a href="/news/nsw/first-look-mirvac-john-holland-submit-960m-waterloo-metro-quarter-plans">revealed their near-$1 billion plans for the next stages of Waterloo Metro Quarter</a>, while across the road from the Woolworths plans, builder-developer DASCO recently got to work on&nbsp;<a href="/new-apartments/danks-st-district-903-921-bourke-street-waterloo-nsw-2017">Danks St District</a>, another precinct-style development with around 376 apartments across four buildings.

The design pays homeage to the cultural and natural heritage of Waterloo, according to the documents submitted to the City of Sydney Council

Woolworths unveils long-awaited Waterloo precinct with shop-top housing

A few months after the Waterloo Metro station opened, joint venture partners Mirvac and John Holland have submitted plans for two more stages in the Waterloo Metro Quarter.

The $960 million, State Significant Development, which goes through government planning rather than the local council, will&nbsp;replace the previously approved commercial office development with a vibrant mixed-use precinct comprising residential towers, retail spaces, and community facilities.

The original Concept SSDA, approved in 2019, envisioned a mixed-use development but was later amended in 2021 to primarily focus on office space.

However, the developers cite significant shifts in market demand following the COVID-19 pandemic, including a decline in demand for city fringe office space and an escalating need for residential housing in the Waterloo-Zetland area.

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There are two sets of plans, for the Northern Precinct and the Central Over Station Development. The Northern Precinct will include two residential towers comprising a total of 336 apartments, 40 of which will be affordable housing. They will sit above a four-level&nbsp;podium with three levels of commercial office space and retail tenancies.

The precinct aligns with the original concept of high-density residential use, a shift from the previously approved 17-level commercial office building.&nbsp;

The maximum height of the proposed towers, 28 and 24 levels, remains compliant with local planning regulations.

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The build-to-sell apartments. Image credit: Woods Bagot

The Central Precinct, designed by Bates Smart, will focus on co-living accommodations, built above a podium with additional non-residential uses.

A childcare centre and other community facilities are planned for this part of the development, further diversifying the precinct's offerings.&nbsp;

Both precincts will maintain pedestrian connectivity through features like Raglan Walk, a through-site laneway.

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The co-living apartments. Image credit: Bates Smart

Upon completion, WMQ will deliver 655 apartments, including student accommodation, social housing, and market apartments, 32,300 sqm of office space, and 4,500 sqm of retail space.

It is being positioned as a transformative addition to the area, comparable to successful developments like <a href="/new-apartments/elevate-hume-place-crows-nest-25-hume-street-crows-nest-nsw-2065">Hume Place</a> above <a href="/developments/crows-nest-nsw-2065">Crows Nest</a> station.

Construction of the WMQ basement and the Southern Precinct began in early 2023, with the Waterloo Metro station opening in August 2024.&nbsp;

It is being positioned as a transformative addition to the area, comparable to successful developments like Hume Place above Crows Nest station

First Look: Mirvac, John Holland, submit $960m Waterloo Metro Quarter plans

Multi-billion-dollar developer <a href="/developers/gurner">GURNER™</a>&nbsp;has been given the green light to develop its $800 million project on Kent Street in the Sydney CBD.

The site represents the final Freehold Land Title Site in the broader Barangaroo precinct, which is overwhelmingly occupied by Leasehold sites.&nbsp;

The planning modification from the previous approval was primarily designed to maximise the offering of each residence, providing more three-bedroom options and a reduction in total residences from 125 to 91.&nbsp;

The team has maintained a maximum of one to two residences per level throughout the project, to maximise resident privacy and create larger floorplates that will deliver on the level of service, amenity and design that has made GURNER™ one of the most successful developers in Australia.&nbsp;

The plans include two dual-level penthouses, which will deliver a new level of luxury to the inner Sydney market, alongside a sky pool and terrace, private dining, business lounge, valet and concierge, and expansive wellness area.&nbsp;

The Kent Street project will also bring together an ultra-luxe wellness area, which has fast become a signature of the GURNER™ offering.&nbsp;

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GURNER™ collaborator <a href="/architects/fjc-studio">FJC Studio</a> will be leading the architecture of 189 Kent Street, bringing together the developer’s signature aesthetic with the creative flair of the award-winning design practice.&nbsp;

With plans now approved, GURNER™ will look towards the public launch and commencement of works on-site, both of which are expected in 2025.&nbsp;

“This is our first project in Sydney and we are going to ensure it is something truly world-class, and that we are offering a level of 6-star luxury, amenity and service that has not been offered before in Sydney,"&nbsp;Tim Gurner said.

“With a maximum of two apartments per floor and numerous full-floor residences, the project has been created for Sydney’s astute homeowners that want to live their ultimate life in the heart of the city with our world-class services, amenity, and homes.&nbsp;

“We will be bringing our global leading wellness, service and luxury offering to one of Australia’s most important locations in Barangaroo."

Gurner says they have been "overwhelmed with the enquiry."

Gurner says they have been "overwhelmed with the enquiry."

Gurner gets go-ahead for luxury apartments on Sydney's Kent Street

Developer DVB Projects has been given the go-ahead to build another Broadbeach apartment development.

<a href="/developers/dvb-projects">DVB</a>, currently in the construction phase of&nbsp;<a href="/new-apartments/broadbeach-qld-4218">Sea Glass</a> in <a href="/new-apartments/broadbeach-qld-4218">Broadbeach</a>, has scored approval for another high-end tower at 137 Old Burleigh Road, replacing the 1980s, 12-unit Gala building on the prime 1,156 sqm site.

The new&nbsp;32-level tower, designed by <a href="/architects/rothelowman" target="">Rothelowman</a>,&nbsp;will home 39 half and full-floor luxury apartments starting from 230 sqm.

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The designs had to be tweaked a little after feedback from the Gold Coast City Council, namely around the podium design and accompanying landscaping.

After a seven-month process from application to approval, council cited several factors that align the project with the area's urban planning goals.&nbsp;

"The proposed development positively contributes to housing choice and affordability through the provision of 126 beds within the High density residential zone," council noted in its approval documentation.

"The proposed development provides a high density, high-rise outcome that is considered to be an efficient use of land within the light rail urban renewal corridor."

They said the&nbsp;proposed design incorporates adequate modulation and articulation as well as generous landscaping to soften the built form appearance, protect adjacent amenity, and contribute to the streetscape character.

The building will feature a whole floor of communal amenities on the podium’s sixth level and will feature a 20-metre infinity pool, plunge pools, a gym, sauna, barbecue areas, and private dining spaces.

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The building continues DVB's efforts in the high-end space on the Gold Coast. Sea Glass, around one kilometre north of the new project on the corner of First Avenue and Old Burleigh Road, has 29 half and full-floor apartments, also designed by Rothelowman.&nbsp;

Sea Glass is currently under construction and is slated for completion in early 2027.

After a seven-month process from application to approval, council cited several factors that align the project with the area's urban planning goals

DVB approved for second Broadbeach apartment development

Rhett Williams' RG Property Group is the latest to join the residential apartment development scene in the booming Brisbane Games Precinct around Woolloongabba.

RG Property, a diversified developer predominantly playing in the shopping centre and office space nationally, recently acquired the 1,619 sqm site at 169 Wellington Road, East Brisbane, just 800 metres from The Gabba. The site purchase came with approval for a 50-unit, eight-level building.

The developer is seeking to push the height to 10 levels, and increase the density to 72 apartments, in a building dubbed <a href="/new-apartments/banksii-169-wellington-road-east-brisbane-qld-4169">BANKSII</a>,&nbsp;in response to its design that was inspired by the Banksia flower.

Now on offer will be nine one-bedroom apartments, 36 two-beds, and 27 three-bed apartments. A rooftop will home swimming pool, pool deck, a bar, and a barbecue and alfresco area. There will also be a gym on the podium level.

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MAS Architecture has come in for the redesign of the building.

In the documents submitted, MAS said the design concept draws deeply from the Grevillea Banksii, a flowering plant native to Queensland which is&nbsp;mostly found on the Queensland coast from Ipswich to Yeppoon, but sometimes further inland. The shrub, or slender tree, has divided leaves with four to twelve narrow lobes, and creamy white to bright scarlet and yellow flowers.

MAS said the 10-level residential tower is "poised to redefine East Brisbane’s urban fabric."

"Framed by the city skyline to the north, the river to the east, and parklands with mountain vistas to the west, the site presents a rare opportunity to celebrate Brisbane’s distinct landscape.

"The re-imagined ground plane aims to anchor the building within its context, combining landscaped elements with communal spaces to enhance its connection to the streetscape. The architectural design responds by creating a striking yet contextually grounded presence, balancing inspiration from nature with a refined urban sensibility."

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Town planner Urbis noted that, whilst the proposal is generally consistent with the existing approved development, there are additional elements that elevate the design, liveability and public realm to achieve a significant improvement compared to the previous design.

"More glazing has been incorporated to maximize the views of Raymond Park and improve the flow of natural light to each apartment within the tower."

RPG held a pre-lodgement meeting with the Brisbane City Council in October, with the council supportive of the proposed amendments, agreeing that the&nbsp;amendments were relatively minor in nature.

The development will include a laneway that will partially open to the sky and connect Wellington Road to&nbsp;Manilla Street. It will also provide the opportunity for a public art installation.

RG also has approved plans for a former bread factory in Fortitude Valley. The plans 15-level tower, rising from the heritage-listed building that would home 118 apartments, were approved in 2023.

The Woolloongabba precinct is a buzz with both private and public infrastructure projects. Mosaic has a second project in Kangaroo Point <a href="/new-apartments/77-linton-street-kangaroo-point">pending launch on Linton Street</a>, while Sarazin is currently developing <a href="/new-apartments/murcia-residences-east-brisbane-9-overend-street-east-brisbane">Murcia on Overend Street</a>.

The design for BANKSII took inspiration from the Banksia flower

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