Maleela Rise, a Bawlyn apartment development that counts billionaire James Packer as one of its interested parties, has been approved.

Packer's name features in a long list of company directorships that tie him to a <a href="/new-apartments/maleela-rise-balwyn-23-maleela-street-balwyn">new $32 million apartment development</a> in one of Melbourne's leafiest suburbs, a suburb where new apartment developments are a dime a dozen.

A tangled web of investors shows Packer's Consolidated Press International Holdings Limited investment vehicle as the ultimate holding company for Sharland Holdings, which shows an interest in the entity NPG MALEELA PTY LTD, the name on the development application.

The project will be developed by Chapter Group, with the Lefkos family name in the directorships of the main company, in a joint venture with&nbsp;Gersh Investment Partners.

The VCAT approval, secured in 10 days, paves the way for a three-level, Cera Stribley-designed building on a prime&nbsp;3,862 sqm site at 23 Maleela Avenue, just set back from Whitehorse Road between Balwyn and Deepdene.

The design, submitted to the Boroondara Council, aims to reflect the character of Balwyn, a suburb known for its architectural diversity.&nbsp;

The building will include two and three-bedroom apartments, with 18 different floorplans across the 31 residences.&nbsp;

The two-bedroom apartments will range in size from 114 sqm to 140 sqm, while the three-bedroom apartments start at 150 sqm.&nbsp;

At the top end, three penthouses will span between 310 sqm and 361 sqm, each featuring three master suite bedrooms and two living rooms.

Cera Stribley Architects stated that the design takes inspiration from the surrounding area, referencing Balwyn's eclectic mix of architectural styles, including Georgian Revival, Moderne, and Tudor Revival homes.&nbsp;

The articulation of the building will respond directly to the adjacent residential architecture, with the southern portion of the building grounded on the highest point of the site and horizontal planes flowing northward.&nbsp;

Landscaping by Jack Merlo will further integrate the development with its surroundings.

The development reflects the growing demand for diverse housing in established premium suburbs like Balwyn, which has seen an influx of new and emerging apartment projects.&nbsp;

The development aims to offer a range of housing options, particularly for families seeking access to this coveted area.&nbsp;

The project continues Chapter Group’s recent successes, including their <a href="/news/vic/confidence-in-melbournes-off-the-plan-apartment-market-soars-with-record-10-million-fitzroy-sale">record-setting sale of a penthouse</a> in Fitzroy for over $10 million.

Joel Robinson

First look: Balwyn apartment development with links to billionaire James Packer approved

Maroochydore is set for a rare new development a stone's throw from the Maroochy River.

<a href="/developers/rocking-horse-construction">Rocking Horse Constructions</a>&nbsp;has been given the green light by the Sunshine Coast Council to developer&nbsp;El Parasol, a new 12-level apartment with 53 apartments.

<a href="/architects/ferro-chow-architects">Ferro Chow Architecture</a>&nbsp;has designed the building at&nbsp;15-17 Ocean Street. The designs units have been inspired by the surrounding ocean and the dynamic lifestyle of the area, the architecture firm says.

<a href="/new-apartments/el-parasol-15-17-ocean-street-maroochydore">El Parasol</a>'s approved design will bring 16 two-bedroom apartments, 32 three-bedroom units—half of which will feature a study—and four four-bedroom penthouses on the top floor.&nbsp;

The development will also include communal facilities on level three, such as a swimming pool, spa with cabanas, a gym, and a kitchen and dining area.&nbsp;

The ground level will house a hospitality venue, while level two and part of level three will accommodate four two-level office spaces. Parking for the development includes 128 spaces, divided among residents, visitors, retail, and office users.&nbsp;

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The architectural vision, as submitted to the Sunshine Coast Council, is to create a multi-residential community that integrates a food and drink outlet, office spaces, and dwellings, fostering a vibrant and interconnected neighbourhood.

The design of the building incorporates earthy materials such as off-form concrete, timber, and rammed earth, with landscaping elements like hanging planters and perimeter planting to help blend the structure into its coastal environment.&nbsp;

Ferro Chow Architecture said the street-level experience will be activated with greenery, creating a connection between common areas and the surrounding entertainment precinct.&nbsp;

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The building will sit directly across from Big Top Shopping Centre, in an area that has seen limited residential supply in recent years.

This version of the El Parasol project is a scaled-back iteration of an earlier plan approved in 2020, which included 66 apartments and 44 short-term accommodation units across a larger site.&nbsp; The currently approved design reflects a more compact project on a 2,190 sqm site that was previously a retail strip.&nbsp;

Maroochydore is continuing to grow into a new hub for South East Queensland and the Sunshine Coast region.

Most of the activity in Maroochydore is geared toward the new greenfield CBD, with Habitat Development Group and Walker Corp the busiest developers in the precinct.

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The architectural vision, as submitted to the Sunshine Coast Council, is to create a multi-residential community that integrates a food and drink outlet, office spaces, and dwellings, fostering a vibrant and interconnected neighbourhood

El Parasol apartments set for Maroochydore

Kooyong doesn't often get many new apartment developments.

The last launch in <a href="/developments/kooyong-vic-3144">the affluent suburb</a> was in 2022 when <a href="/buildings/mansard-kooyong-709-713-toorak-road-kooyong">Mansard</a>, the development of 16 apartments inspired by French architecture, hit the market. Now that's approaching completion mid next year, there is set to be a new choice for off the plan buyers.

The new development, submitted to the Stonnington Council this week, will be smaller, just nine apartments across a four-level buuilding designed by the busy Cera Strbiley at 449 Glenferrie Road.

The building will replace an existing two-level block of flats and outbuildings.

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Proposed is a mix of three two-bedroom apartments, four three-bedrooms, and two four-bedroom units.&nbsp;The mix is intended to address the high demand for two and three-bedroom apartments in Kooyong, particularly among buyers seeking housing options beyond the prevalent low-rise and single-residential houses in the area.

In response to feedback from the local council, several modifications have been made to the initial design.&nbsp;

The brick façade has been extended into the mansard roof to reduce the perceived bulk of the roof level and to enhance the building's recession from the street. The height and width of the roof dormers have been reduced to minimise their visual impact.&nbsp;

The pedestrian entry now includes an arbour structure to improve the sense of address and a similar structure has been added over the vehicle basement entrance to enhance the visual appeal of the northern façade.

To address privacy concerns, south and west-facing windows have been modified with 1,200mm fluted glass to prevent overlooking neighbouring properties.&nbsp;<img alt="449 Glenferrie Rd, Kooyong" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="1269fc3a-67c6-47a9-a7cf-976f3ae13d16" src="https://s3.ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/www.urban.com.au/s3fs-public/inline-images/449%20Glenferrie%20Rd%2C%20Kooyong.png?VersionId=MRKiPCCsFeZ6qgpYGfhvrlt_U0QEzXKJ" />

Landscaping plans have been adjusted by realigning tree planting in the southwest corner to avoid interference with existing drainage infrastructure.

The site is situated in an established residential area with convenient access to a range of services and facilities. Kooyong Train Station is located 450 metres away, providing easy public transport options.&nbsp;

Educational institutions such as Scotch College and Auburn South Primary School are within proximity, as are recreational facilities like Kooyong Gardens and the Kooyong Tennis Centre.&nbsp;

Nearby shopping options include Woolworths Toorak and Woolworths Hawthorn East.

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Architectural firm Cera Stribley emphasised in the support documents that the development seeks to meet the demographic needs of the area by offering housing options that are currently in high demand.&nbsp;

The project's design focuses on integrating with the adjacent parkland, featuring floor-to-ceiling windows to frame views of the surrounding greenery.&nbsp;

The building's exterior includes a marble shroud around the windows and metal finishes, aiming for a contemporary aesthetic that complements the natural environment.

The apartment mix is intended to address the high demand for two and three-bedroom apartments in Kooyong

First look: Boutique apartment development set for Kooyong

Harry Triguboff's Meriton has submitted plans for its latest apartment development in Sydney's Zetland.

Having already completed several buildings in Zetland in the last decade, Meriton is proposing another two more, one 26-level high-rise with 230 apartments, the other eight levels with 72 apartments and 28 townhouses.

Part of the $221 million proposal for 905 South Dowling Street is for&nbsp;a 125-place childcare centre, a supermarket, and three basement levels for 444 cars.&nbsp;

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The application aligns with the Sydney Local Environmental Plan 2012 and the Sydney Development Control Plan 2012 and is part of a broader effort to redevelop the site at 118-130 Epsom Road and 905 South Dowling Street, which is strategically located within a corridor between the Sydney CBD and the airport.

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The main tower will have 31 one-beds, 152 two-bed apartments, and 47 three-beds.

Mako Architecture and Aileen Sage Architects won the Competitive Design Alternatives Process undertaken by Meriton at the start of 2024.<img alt="Meriton Zetland DA mid storey" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="a7e002e4-87a1-47b6-bcdc-f8e1a096f0d3" src="https://s3.ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/www.urban.com.au/s3fs-public/inline-images/Meriton%20Zetland%20DA%20mid%20storey.png?VersionId=.VelYoTgPDflhC5DpRoWmyJXP.bqms64" />

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The diversity of dwelling types allows for a range of living configurations, making the project suitable for various household sizes and needs, including work-from-home arrangements.

The proposed development also includes extensive landscaping and green corridors that aim to enhance the site's integration with its surroundings.&nbsp;A communal terrace on the rooftop of the tower and another on the podium level will offer shared outdoor spaces for residents.&nbsp;

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Earlier this year Meriton sold out its 260-apartment development, Allegra, which they completed mid-last year.

Fellow high-rise developer Deicorp is also in planning mode in Zetland. In July they filed plans for Joynton Square, nine new buildings at the end of Zetland Avenue, near Gunyama Park. There will be a total of 574 apartments at a cost of just over $300 million.

Read more:&nbsp;<a href="/news/nsw/first-look-exclusive-deicorp-submit-plans-for-joynton-square-mixed-use-zetland-precinct">First look exclusive: Deicorp submit plans for Joynton Square, mixed-use Zetland precinct</a>

Mako Architecture and Aileen Sage Architects won the Competitive Design Alternatives Process undertaken by Meriton at the start of 2024.

Meriton plots next stage of Zetland precinct

Walker Corp is continuing its push in South East Queensland.

A few weeks after its Robina megasite was given fast tracked approval to develop 2,750 homes, Walker Corp has pushed the go button on <a href="/new-apartments/sol-by-walker-maroochydore-first-ave-maroochydore">Sol by Walker</a>, on its large Maroochydore CBD site.

The developer has filed $220 million plans for a two-tower, mixed-use development with 251 dwellings. The towers will share a three-level podium that will home extensive commercial and retail spaces.

The 6,715 sqm sits on the corner of&nbsp;First Avenue and Future Way. The 19-level towers will be inlign with Habitat Development Group's recently completed The Corso apartment development.

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Walker Corp is proposing 55 one-bedroom apartments, 111 two-bedrooms, 80 three-bedrooms, including 11 townhouses, and five four-bedroom apartments.&nbsp;

The town planning report by Walker Corporation&nbsp;Principal Planner,&nbsp;Nicole Topple, said the proposed diversity of housing stock in the development will provide dwellings at various price points, allowing a cross-section of the population with differing demographics and family sizes to move into the development. A third of the proposed dwellings comprise three or more bedrooms, providing opportunities for families.

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Plus Architecture said in its design report that&nbsp;Sol in Maroochydore sets a new benchmark for high-quality residential living, serving as a catalyst for future development in the Maroochydore Town Centre.

"This project seamlessly combines design excellence, sustainability, and sub-tropical living principles, creating a vibrant and engaging public realm."

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They said the development goes beyond being a residential building, offering active public interfaces, inviting lobbies, and shaded public spaces that foster community interaction.

"Awnings along commercial and retail frontages, along with integrated street trees and vegetation, enhance the pedestrian experience and reflect sub-tropical design considerations. Robust materials and thoughtful landscaping ensure the building's longevity, allowing it to withstand coastal conditions while remaining aesthetically appealing."

Sustainability is at the core of the design, Plus noted, with provisions for electric vehicle (EV) charging, resilient plant species, and vegetated rooftops that reduce the heat island effect and enhance the urban environment.

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They said expansive recreational areas promote community interaction, creating a strong sense of belonging among residents.

"Architecturally, the design is inspired by the natural formations of the Sunshine Coast and the Maroochy River, with towers oriented to capture stunning views of the ocean, river, hinterland, and city. Full-height glazing, deep slab projections, and permeable balustrades maximize natural light, airflow, and shading, ensuring comfortable, energy-efficient living spaces that connect residents to their surroundings.

"By combining timeless design with innovative and sustainable practices, the project is designed to create a development that remains relevant and cherished for generations, setting a new standard for living in Maroochydore.

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There were three pre-lodgement meetings with council before the recent application.

Over the next 25 years, the South East Queensland population is expected to grow by 2.2 million to almost six million.&nbsp; The Sunshine Coast is anticipated to grow by 219,000 people, requiring 84,800 new homes.

At least 4,000 new homes will be delivered in the Maroochydore City Centre Priority Development Area,&nbsp;a 62-hectare site centrally located in Maroochydore. It includes the former Horton Park Golf Course, privately owned land, and a drainage reserve.

Over the next 25 years, the South East Queensland population is expected to grow by 2.2 million to almost six million.  The Sunshine Coast is anticipated to grow by 219,000 people, requiring 84,800 new homes

Walker Corp unveils Sol by Walker in Maroochydore CBD

Wollongong developer&nbsp;Level 33&nbsp;has revealed what it intends to do with its recently acquired WIN Grand development.

<a href="/developers/level-33">Level 33</a>, led by Eddy Haddad, bought the 13,088 sqm megasite for a reported $70 million from&nbsp;media veteran and billionaire Bruce Gordon earlier this year. Now Level 33 has submitted a $500 million, State Significant development application for three residential towers, between eight and 40 levels, a commercial office building, and a hotel. There will also be extensive retail on the ground and podium levels, entertainment facilities, and a wellness centre.

A total of 578 apartments have been proposed, of which around 100 will be designated affordable housing under the infill affordable housing bonus scheme.

The original scheme, for the entire city block that borders Crown, Keira, Burelli, and Atchison streets,&nbsp;was approved in December 2022, but Level 33 has now refined the original vision, appointing a new design team, to rework the site’s development approach.&nbsp;

Their key objectives for the site were to:

• Rationalise the proposed retail uses to ensure the provision is compatible with and enhances the retail primacy of Crown Street and aligns with current market trends and needs analysis.

• Update residential mix to meet local housing needs in Wollongong.

• Enhance the pedestrian experience around and through the site to improve permeability and movement to and from the Train Station and Crown Street Mall.

• Implementing a staged approach to ensure longer-term leases remain operational during site development.

• Incorporated a hotel component into the architectural proposal to enhance the overall design and functionality

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Located within <a href="/developments/wollongong-nsw-2500">Wollongong</a>’s central business district, WIN Grand is well-positioned, just 280 metres from Wollongong Train Station and adjacent to Wollongong Central Shopping Centre.&nbsp;

The project aims to enhance pedestrian movement between the train station, Crown Street Mall, and the surrounding areas through a central plaza, while also maintaining the historic facade of buildings on the site.&nbsp;

"Level 33 have appointed a new design team to review the existing development consent and take a fresh approach to the site," the developer noted in the application.

"This fresh approach seeks to refine what has been approved and identify opportunities for additional market and affordable housing using the infill affordable bonus, and in doing so maximising the sites highly accessible location in Wollongong.

"Redevelopment of the site will act as a catalyst for improving this part of Wollongong and stimulating broader renewal of the town centre."

The design maximises solar access for private and public spaces and takes care to avoid overshadowing MacCabe Park, less than 50 meters away.

WIN Grand is expected to stimulate economic growth in Wollongong, acting as a catalyst for the broader renewal of the town centre.&nbsp;The proposal also reflects Level 33’s strategy of delivering mixed-use developments that cater to both the residential and commercial sectors.&nbsp;The developer’s previous projects in Wollongong, such as Easterly Wollongong and Skye Towers, demonstrate its familiarity with the local market.&nbsp;

A total of 578 apartments have been proposed, of which around 100 will be designated affordable housing under the infill affordable housing bonus scheme.

First look exclusive: Level 33 reveal $500 million WIN Grand, Wollongong development

Brisbane developer Aria is reviving its South Brisbane development which is being pitched as&nbsp;‘one of the world’s greenest residential buildings.'

The sustainability-focused developer initially sought to build a 34-level tower back in 2020, before scaling the density back to 20 levels. That was approved in 2021.

Three years later, they've filed again with the Brisbane City Council, seeking to go back up to 30 levels. Proposed are 321 one, two, three, four and five-bedroom apartments, under a full rooftop amenity level, a signature feature in Aria's developments.

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The reason for the uplift is to take advantage of the recently gazetted&nbsp;Kurilpa Temporary Local Planning Instrument.

Urbis noted in its Town Planning Report that the TLPI&nbsp;provides for greater density, building height and reduced car parking requirements where design and sustainability benchmarks can be delivered.

"These benchmarks include design excellence, community benefit, sustainability measures and housing diversity where proposing higher density residential buildings."

They said Aria's Urban Forest&nbsp;comprises a truly iconic and world-class residential building, one which links Musgrave Park and South Bank Parklands.

"The proposal goes above and beyond the usual offering for a residential building with a level of community and public benefit that is unprecedented for any development of this scale in Brisbane – a true landmark for the city and a new benchmark for innovative subtropical design in Australia.

"This community and public benefit is made possible through the additional density allowed for by the TLPI and is more than justified through its suburban, precinct and site-level context."

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Renowned Japanese architecture firm Koichi Takada Architects has been in charge of the design.

"The design has a layered living facade, inviting dappled light into the balconies and living rooms," the Urban Design Report submitted to Council noted.

"Urban Forest design learns from the natural environment, using a living facade to filter air and provide ventilation while protecting windows for heat gain. The apartments and common areas enjoy fresh air improving indoor health and quality."

Urbis said the project landscape architects, LatStudios, have analysed the world’s most recognisable and acclaimed green buildings to confirm that the proposal does indeed provide the most landscaping for any residential building in the world.

The ground plane has been dedicated as a considered open space at a more intimate scale than the nearby large and medium-scale public green spaces with a variety of seating, open space, lighting, art, water features, high volume, sculptural green columns.

The 30-level tower would home 321 apartments, down from 383 apartments in the original 30-level design. There will be a variety of configurations, from one-bedroom to five-bedroom apartments.

Recreational space will be on the communal rooftop, where there will be a 50-metre infinity pool and several spas, cabanas and day beds, yoga spaces, meditation pods, and barbecue and alfresco areas.

Renowned Japanese architecture firm Koichi Takada Architects has been in charge of the design

Aria to move ahead with bulked-up 'Urban Forest' apartment development in South Brisbane

There’s no slowing down for new apartment development in <a href="/developments/palm-beach-qld-4221">Palm Beach</a>.

The in-demand southern <a href="/developments/gold-coast-qld">Gold Coast</a> suburb, which has arguably been one of the most popular areas in the country since the onset of the pandemic, is finally seeing supply that meets the continued heightened demand for new apartments.

The latest plans are from B.K.A Holdings Pty Ltd, a company directed by solicitor David Ingwersen.

B.K.A is planning two towers across the amalgamated six-lot, 2,472 sqm site at 1395-1405 Gold Coast Highway and 436-438 The Esplanade, located on the prized eastern side of the highway.

Several single-level commercial buildings, currently tenanted by BWS and Marie's Pizza, as well as a single-level beach shack on The Esplanade, will make way for what is being dubbed Est Palm Beach in the planning documentation.

The two 13-level buildings have been designed by architecture firm Plus and will home 98 two, three and four-bedroom apartments.

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Plus wrote in their submission to the Gold Coast City Council that the proposed development&nbsp;is crafted by location and considered with design.

"Its close proximity to the beach and thriving community, together with quality building amenities, provides its residents the ultimate experience in lifestyle living," Plus, led locally by Danny Juric, wrote.

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They noted the&nbsp;architecture is a seamless blend of form from east to west of site, that maximises opportunities and aspect.

"Views are focused toward the ocean, with functional screening elements proposed to enhance experience through play on shadow and privacy. Both towers are a blended curation of form and function."

The West Tower will have the bulk of the apartments (72), with six units per floor, while the East Tower will have just 25 three-bedroom apartments, each with a multi-purpose room, and a sole four-bedroom penthouse.

There will be two small hospitality venues on the ground floor of the buildings. The more dense buildings will have greater amenity, in the form of a ground level swimming pool and a wellness centre with a gym, steam room, and sauna, while the more boutique building will have the same facilities, just without the gym.

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The Planning Report by Zone Planning suggested the proposed development has been thoughtfully designed to allow for both towers to predominately operate independently, sharing only access, on-site circulation, waste management, and infrastructure connections.

"The two towers have been designed in consideration of each other and the broader community, maintaining important view corridors towards the ocean and hinterland, as well as along the Gold Coast Highway corridor," Zone noted.

"Each of the units include a generous provision of private open space which capitalises on views towards the coastline and hinterland, maximising outlook through the considered aspect of the buildings.

Zone said the proposal will provide 98 additional dwellings in a location that is well-located to accommodate an increase in residential density.

"The proposed units vary in their size and typology – contributing to housing supply and diversity."

The development is seeking to trigger the 50 per cent building uplift provision in the City Plan, exceeding the designated 29m height limit in place.

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Palm Beach is going through another wave of new apartment developments.

The Palm Beach boom has slowed somewhat since the influx of buyers into the off the plan apartment market in 2021 and 2022, largely due to a lack of new apartment developments in the area.

But in the last six months or so, developers have put their foot down once more, snapping up sites and quickly getting their ducks in a row to launch as soon as realistic.

<a href="/developers/gordon-corp">Gordon Corp</a> and the hospitality Mathieson family, the joint venture partners behind luxury Main Beach development&nbsp;Mantaray Marina and Residences on The Spit, are <a href="/news/qld/first-look-exclusive-gordon-corp-team-up-again-with-mathieson-family-and-join-booming-palm-beach-off-the-plan-apartment-market">teaming up again</a>, recently proposing a code-assessable, nine-level building on Jefferson Lane.

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The building, a block from the beach designed by&nbsp;<a href="/architects/cottee-parker-architects" target="">Cottee Parker</a>, will have 47 two and three-bedroom apartments.

Read more:&nbsp;<a href="/news/qld/first-look-exclusive-gordon-corp-team-up-again-with-mathieson-family-and-join-booming-palm-beach-off-the-plan-apartment-market">First look exclusive: Gordon Corp team up again with Mathieson family and join booming Palm Beach off the plan apartment market</a>

<a href="/developers/sherpa-property-group" target="">Sherpa Property Group</a>&nbsp;is also continuing to double down on the&nbsp;<a href="/developments/palm-beach-qld-4221">Palm Beach</a>&nbsp;apartment market. They've revealed their newest brand, Flourish, a collection of apartments that will target a diverse buyer mix, not just high-end downsizers.

The new development, <a href="/new-apartments/flourish-on-sixth-ave-6-12-sixth-avenue-palm-beach">Flourish on Sixth</a>, will have 94 one, two and three-bedroom apartments, which are expected to be popular among first home buyers.

The Palm Beach boom has slowed somewhat since the influx of buyers into the off the plan apartment market in 2021 and 2022, largely due to a lack of new apartment developments in the area.



First look exclusive: Palm Beach apartment pipeline ramps up another notch

Local developer Andrews Projects has submitted plans for its largest project to date: a $700 million twin-tower development in <a href="/developments/surfers-paradise-qld-4217">Surfers Paradise</a>.

Andrews Projects purchased the 5,700 sqm site, two blocks from the beach at <a href="/new-apartments/south-beach-surfers-paradise-3006-surfers-paradise-boulevard-surfers-paradise">3006-3016 </a><a href="/developments/surfers-paradise-qld-4217">Surfers Paradise</a><a href="/new-apartments/south-beach-surfers-paradise-3006-surfers-paradise-boulevard-surfers-paradise"> Boulevard</a>, earlier this year. It's the well-known Orion Towers site, which had approved plans for two 104 and 73-level towers with 1,100 apartments.

In collaboration with renowned architects Bates Smart, <a href="/developers/andrews">Andrews Projects</a> has completely changed the original design, reducing the density by 65 per cent. The project will now feature two curved 37-level towers with 394 apartments ranging from one to four bedrooms.

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The two residential-only towers will rise above a six-level podium that includes a double-height residents’ foyer, a co-working space for residents, a publicly accessible café opening onto a landscaped outdoor seating area, and four levels of above-ground parking enhanced by cascade planting.

With the growing trend towards wellness and urban bathhouses, residents will have access to state-of-the-art facilities on level six. These include two large outdoor pools, a Hammam, a steam room, plunge pools, saunas, a fully equipped gymnasium, and BBQ picnic areas, all integrated and framed by extensive subtropical landscaping.

The apartments, located from level seven through to level 37, feature&nbsp;wrap-around balconies designed to provide indoor-outdoor living.

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The considered design staggers and rotates the two towers in opposite directions to maximize the number of apartments with beach and river views, with most two and three-bedroom apartments enjoying dual or triple aspects.

Andrews Projects Sales Manager, Sarah Andrews, said the project&nbsp;aims to establish a new residential address that embodies the essence of high-rise coastal living in Queensland’s distinctive subtropical environment.

“We are thrilled to be working with Bates Smart to bring this visionary project to life," Andrews says.

"Over the past few months, we have developed a fresh approach to beachside living, crafting apartments that offer enhanced liveability with abundant natural light, cross-flow ventilation, and dual-aspect living areas."

Andrews says the Gold Coast market&nbsp;is severely undersupplied, and this situation is likely to worsen.

"This project will help meet the demand, and we look forward to working with our construction team and the <a href="/developments/gold-coast-qld">City of Gold Coast</a> to deliver this iconic project.”

Andrews is currently building <a href="/new-apartments/cascade-robina-116-laver-drive-robina">Cascade</a> at Robina, another two-building development. They recently completed Dune <a href="/developments/main-beach-qld-4217">Main Beach</a>.

First look exclusive: Andrews Projects reveal 400 apartment, two-tower development in Surfers Paradise

Boutique developer&nbsp;<a href="/developers/arena-property-group">Arena Property</a> has filed plans for its largest tower to date.

Arena, the developer behind the luxury low-rise apartment development Lana Bilinga, is proposing a 28-level building in <a href="/developments/main-beach-qld-4217">Main Beach</a>.

Plus Architecture has designed the tower, named Belle Vie—French for "beautiful life"—to feature two distinct sections, separated by an amenities level on the 18th floor. This facilities level includes a residents' lounge with a games area, a library, and various lounge spaces.

Adjacent to the lounge, is a wine cellar, a private dining room, and an outdoor sunset dining area. This level also offers a dedicated work-from-home space with a boardroom, as well as a 91 sqm gym that includes a Pilates studio, a sunrise yoga deck, and a functional training room.

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The levels beneath 18 incorporate 56 quarter-floor, two-bedroom apartments, each with a study or multi-purpose room, while above level 18 are 14 half-floor, three-bed units.

There are two four-bedroom apartments, the three-level penthouses, each with a dedicated home office and its&nbsp;own 120 sqm plus rooftop with a pool, spa, outdoor kitchen, lawn, and firepit area.

There are more amenities on the top of the podium, in the form of a swimming pool with a spa and a wet deck, hot and cold plunges, and a sauna.

The three-level podium, and basement, will have parking for 100 vehicles.

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Plus said Bella Vie is situated in a pristine Main Beach location, on an amalgamted 1,010 sqm site at 47-49 Pacific Street, currently occupied by a three-level walk-up with 12 units.

"The site is flanked by two neighbouring tennis courts, providing a rare offering of expansive ocean, river and skyline views across various aspects of the site."

Plus, led locally by Danny Juric, said the building provides the "ultimate escape in luxury barefoot lifestyle."

"Stepping into the lobby from Pacific Street, passing through an under croft of green, residents par take in the experience a lush garden lobby. A tiered podium which is softly sculpted across three levels acts as a landing for planters, addressing the street interface. The podium continues and enhances the existing landscaped streetscape, to provide a rich and welcoming connection with ground plane."

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Main Beach is undergoing a huge transformation from a lifestyle perspective with the redevelopment of the Marina Mirage shopping precinct, the Manta Ray residential and commercial development and Ritz Carlton hotel among several other key developments that will put&nbsp;<a href="/developments/main-beach-qld-4217">Main Beach</a>&nbsp;on the world map.

Jon Drew's Drew Group is working toward a late 2025 completion of <a href="/new-apartments/lagoon-main-beach-11-23-cronin-avenue-main-beach">Lagoon Main Beach</a>, one of the most popular developments in the suburb in the last few years, while Tye Alroe's Alroe Construction has recently launched <a href="/new-apartments/lune-main-beach-19-21-rankin-parade-main-beach-qld-4217">Lune Main Beach</a>, just six villa-style apartments opposite Broadwater.

Plus said Bella Vie is situated in a pristine Main Beach location, on an amalgamted 1,010 sqm site at 47-49 Pacific Street, currently occupied by a three-level walk-up with 12 units

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