There's no slowing down Fouad Deiri and <a href="/developers/deicorp">Deicorp</a>.

The Sydney developer, who will complete over 2,000 new apartments by the end of 2024, is adding a further 1,200 apartments to its ever-growing pipeline.

They're preparing plans in <a href="/developments/five-dock-nsw-2046">Five Dock</a>&nbsp;where they've submitted the first stage of a State Significant Development with the NSW Government for six towers up to 30 levels, with 1,185 apartments, of which 15 per cent will be affordable. There will also be some apartments designed specifically for build to rent.

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The apartments will sit above a six to eight-level podium that will comprise commercial and retail spaces, including a full-line supermarket and an indoor recreation facility.

A competitive design process has already been held for the project. It invited four architectural firms to prepare a mixed-use development proposal, which was considered by a Jury of five members who unanimously decided that the <a href="/architects/turner-studio">Turner</a> scheme had the best potential to achieve design excellence.

The masterplan also includes a basement parking with a tunnel connecting two parking lots beneath a proposed council road, and extensive public benefits, such as 2,290 sqm of public open space, new public roads, and pedestrian pathways.

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The three-hectare site, incorporating 53-75 Queens Road and 129-153 Parramatta Road, a site which Deicorp picked up last year for a reported $260 million, is strategically located within 400 metres of regular bus services on Parramatta Road.

The site was part of the broader revitalisation of the Parramatta Road Corridor as outlined in the NSW Government's 2016 strategy which&nbsp;aims to enhance the 20-kilometre corridor with better amenities, improved transport, walkable neighbourhoods, and diverse housing options.

The development is part of a larger master plan by the City of Canada Bay Council, which envisions 2,500 homes by 2050.&nbsp;

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The Five Dock project, dubbed <a href="/new-apartments/kings-bay-village-53-75-queens-road-five-dock">Kings Bay Village</a>, is also in proximity to the planned Burwood North and Five Dock metro stations, aligning with the Minns government's support for development near new transport hubs.

Deicorp's active role in addressing Sydney's housing challenges is underscored by its recent acquisitions and large-scale projects. It currently has&nbsp;4,400 new apartments currently under construction across 11 projects in Greater Sydney.

Its most recent development application came in Zetland where the vertically integrated builder developer is <a href="/news/nsw/first-look-exclusive-deicorp-submit-plans-for-joynton-square-mixed-use-zetland-precinct">planning nine new buildings</a> that will form a new precinct they're calling Joynton Square.

Deicorp's active role in addressing Sydney's housing challenges is underscored by its recent acquisitions and large-scale projects. It currently has 4,400 new apartments currently under construction across 11 projects in Greater Sydney.

Joel Robinson

Deicorp lodge State Significant Development application for 1,200 apartments in Five Dock

A year after paying around $35 million for a large 8,475 sqm site in the heart of Kew, boutique Melbourne apartment developer Piccolo&nbsp;has revealed what it intends to do with it.

They've filed $50 million plans to the Boroondara Council for five three-level buildings at 18 Barry Street, a block near&nbsp;<a href="/developments/kew-vic-3101">Kew</a> Junction shopping village that is&nbsp;currently occupied by a former residential aged care facility.

There will be 60 two, three and four-bedroom apartments as part of&nbsp;<a href="/new-apartments/piccolo-house-barry-st-kew-barry-street-kew-18-barry-street-kew">A Piccolo House , Barry Street</a>, part of the Piccolo House collection that targets the high-end owner-occupier. Its most recent development, <a href="/new-apartments/a-piccolo-house-gore-st-fitzroy-385-gore-street-fitzroy">A Piccolo House, Gore Street</a> in <a href="/developments/fitzroy-vic-3065">Fitzroy</a>, secured a flurry of sales when it launched last year, quickly selling 70 per cent of the 49 apartments.

<a href="/developers/piccolo">Piccolo</a>, led by industry veteran Michael Piccolo, is once again teaming up with <a href="/architects/woods-bagot">Woods Bagot</a>, the architecture firm who has a string of proejcts with Piccolo. The developments end value is expected to be around $180 million.

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The Barry St Entrance. Image credit: Woods Bagot

The five buildings,&nbsp;in landscaping by ACRE, will comprise three levels of apartments, each with generous private outdoor spaces or balconies.&nbsp;

The buildings will be arranged around a central communal area. Buildings A and B will each have 10 apartments, Building C will home 12 apartments, while Buildings D and E will have 14 apartments a piece.

The buildings will sit above a basement with 133 parking spaces, additional visitor and staff parking, and 72 bicycle parking spaces.&nbsp;

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Future residents will also have access to extensive communal spaces, like a north-facing central outdoor area, as well an amenities building dubbed 'The Meadow' that will feature communal entertaining areas, a wine cellar, and a landscaped rooftop.&nbsp;

There will also be health and fitness facilities, including a gym, yoga room, spa, and golf simulator. A guest studio, lobby, concierge, and staff offices will also be part of the development.

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The planning assessment report prepared by&nbsp;Contour Consultants said, by definition pursuant to the provision of the GRZ4, the site is a "super sized lot".

"In response [to the Planning Policy Framework], the delivery of 60 high quality apartment dwellings contributes to the provision of a diverse housing type that will cater to a variety of households and families, on a large, under-utilised parcel of land and in an area with good access to transport, employment and a range of other services and facilities," the report noted.

It highlighted the State Government's "bold target" set in September 2023 to build 800,000 new homes by 2033 to address housing shortages and housing affordability.

"Larger sites such as the subject site which provide the opportunity for increased dwelling density, play a significant role in achieving the goals set out by the Victorian Government."

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When securing the site in midway through 2023, Michael Piccolo highlighted the site's potential due to its&nbsp;tranquil setting.

"Its location, surrounded by the serenity of leafy streets and impressive vistas, combined with its scale, liveability, and character, ticks all the boxes for us," Piccolo said.

"This unique opportunity is a rare gem in the current market, where properties of such calibre are extremely scarce."&nbsp;

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There will be 60 two and three-bedroom apartments as part of A Piccolo House , Barry Street, part of the Piccolo House collection that targets the high-end owner-occupier

First look exclusive: Piccolo plot new Kew apartment development

Sunshine Coast developer&nbsp;Cube&nbsp;has been given the green light to push on with its latest local apartment development, Lago.

The&nbsp;<a href="/developments/birtinya-qld-4575">Birtinya</a> apartment development at&nbsp;2 Prosperity Drive will comprise just 47 luxury apartments, continuing Cube’s commitment to delivering residential projects in premium coastal locations up and down the Sunshine Coast.

With luxury apartments riding a wave of popularity on the Sunshine Coast, Cube Senior Development Manager Daniel Ryan said he expected a very strong response to the new project.

“With premium amenity and accessibility in a growing location, we anticipate a very strong response when Lago is released to market towards the end of this year,’’ Ryan said.

Lago is the latest in a successful pipeline of <a href="/developers/cube-developments">Cube</a> projects including Nature at Cotton Tree which is now sold out, Oasis at Bokarina Beach, and Lumeah Peregian.

“The demand for premium coastal apartments is driven by their unique blend of lifestyle, convenience, and investment potential,’’ Ryan added.

“Our projects, such as Lago, offer residents an unparalleled living experience with views, resort-style amenities, and close proximity to key lifestyle features.

“Coastal destinations such as the Sunshine Coast continue to attract both local and interstate buyers looking for a superior quality of life.

“We are confident that Lago will meet the high expectations of buyers and contribute to the ongoing appeal of our world-class region."

First look exclusive: Cube Developments secures approval for Birtinya apartment development, Lago

With their MAIHA apartment development approaching completion this year, local boutique Gold Coast apartment developer&nbsp;Quid Property Group has another project lined up for Tugun.&nbsp;

They've submitted plans for a&nbsp;nine-level building with just eight apartments above 17 car parking spaces.

Designed by Rachel Norman Architect, the building will feature a light and non-intrusive colour scheme, incorporating materials such as vertical screening, large glazing elements, extensive planters, and protruding awnings to protect privacy.&nbsp;

The architectural design aims to reflect the diverse character of Tugun, which includes a mix of beach shacks, mid-century apartment blocks, larger resort-style developments, and new slender single-lot apartment buildings.&nbsp;

"Fair to say that despite a lack of cohesive architectural language [in <a href="/new-apartments/tugun-qld-4224">Tugun</a>], the character of the place is defined by a celebration of beach lifestyle whether that’s the liveliness and transience of a holiday resort or the relaxed vibe of a beach shack turned unit building," the design statement by Rachel Norman Architect read.

"While the scale of building is changing the language of place, [it] all harks back to that lifestyle."

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The design emphasises the beach lifestyle by incorporating curves to create dynamic visual elements and using earthy and natural materials to provide a tactile, human quality.&nbsp;

An undulating screen on the building’s northwest side mimics the movement of water and sand, with shadow play throughout the day creating a shifting, moiré pattern.

Inside, the units are designed to blend indoor and outdoor spaces, supporting a sub-tropical lifestyle that celebrates outdoor living.&nbsp;

From the third level upwards, the glazing opens the corner to integrate dining, living, kitchen, and deck areas into one cohesive space.&nbsp;

Smaller terraces with cascading plants provide private outdoor connections and shade from the western sun.

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Privacy measures are also integrated into the design, with bathroom windows featuring opaque glass and minimised side elevation windows to prevent overlooking neighbouring properties.

The terraces also offer passive surveillance of the driveway without impacting neighbours' privacy.&nbsp;

Crowning the development will be a rooftop with amenities including an outdoor dining area, terrace, spa, and pool.

The site at 329 Golden Four Drive is in an established residential area with convenient public transport access, including a bus station at the property's frontage.&nbsp;

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The development is also located just a kilometre from Tugun Commercial Centre, with public parks and amenities nearby, including Tugun Park and the Betty Diamond Sports Complex within 400 metres, and direct access to the Oceanway.

<a href="/developers/quid-property">Quid Property Group</a> is also developing MAIHA, a boutique block of 10 beachside apartments in Tugun, designed by Plus Architecture. Slated for completion in late 2024, only two units remain available, starting from $1.49 million.

mikah.m@urban.com.au

First look exclusive: Quid Property Group to double-down in Tugun

Architect turned developer Joe Adsett is teaming up with developer Zephyr Group QLD for Palais Bulimba, a boutique collection of high-end apartments on the Brisbane River.

The duo has just filed a minor-change application for the project on a prime 1,991 sqm site at <a href="/new-apartments/palais-bulimba-25-27-byron-street-bulimba">25-27 Byron Street</a>.

Adsett has designed the two buildings that will home just 13 luxury apartments, each offering expansive living areas, state-of-the-art kitchens and premium fixtures and fittings. Residents will also have access to a communal rooftop terrace with a lap pool, gym, sauna, and private gardens.

Adsett's design focused on taking advantage of the 30 metres of absolute river frontage, connecting residents to nature and views with river-facing balconies.&nbsp;

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Adsett is expecting Palais Bulimba to attract significant interest from both local and interstate buyers. Construction is slated to commence later this year, with completion expected in mid-2026.

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Adsett and his team will be designing, managing the sales and development in partnership with developer Zephyr Group Qld, who will also build the project internally through their building division Zephyr Build.

"We are thrilled to have teamed up with Joe Adsett for this iconic project," said Zephyr Group Qld Managing Director Shane Winterton.

"Joe Adsett's vision for Palais Bulimba blends minimalist luxury in perfect harmony and is set to become a new icon in Bulimba."

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Zephyr Group Qld and subsidiary Zephyr Build Qld are a seasoned builder-developer with a proven track record spanning over a decade.

Adsett is one of Brisbane's most well-known architects. Since turning his eye to development, he's delivering <a href="/new-apartments/rockpool-rainbow-bay-154-156-marine-parade-coolangatta">Rockpool at Rainbow Bay</a> and <a href="/new-apartments/lagune-by-joe-adsett-20-queen-of-colonies-parade-moffat-beach">Lagune at Moffat Beach</a>.

Adsett is expecting Palais Bulimba to attract significant interest from both local and interstate buyers

First look exclusive: Joe Adsett partners with Zephyr Group for luxury Bulimba apartment development, Palais Bulimba

Burgeoning developer Toohey Miller is continuing its expansion into Sydney's most expensive property markets.

The developer, led by third-generation family member Nick Couloumbis whose grandfather founded <a href="/developers/toohey-miller">Toohey Miller</a> back in 1955 as an architecture practice, is heading to Woollahra, where they've convinced 16 owners to team up and part ways with their units in an interconnected, two-building development from the 1980s.

Plans with the Woollahra Council are for a new $29 million development designed by <a href="/architects/smart-design-studio">Smart Design Studio</a> at <a href="/new-apartments/3-fullerton-street-woollahra">3 Fullerton Street</a>, ideally located just behind Matt Moran's The Chiswick and a short walk from Woollahra's amenity on Ocean and Queen Streets.

The new development will be part five, part six level and home 15 apartments, the majority three-bedders.

Two basement levels will provide 31 parking spaces, while the huge four-bedroom penthouse will occupy the whole top floor and also have access to its own private rooftop terrace, complete with a swimming pool. Wyer &amp; Co is handling the landscaping.

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The existing building was considered for adaptive reuse; however, it does not comply with current Building Code of Australia (BCA) standards concerning accessibility, floor-to-ceiling heights, fire safety, mechanical systems, electrical systems, lift, hydraulic/stormwater, and energy efficiency.&nbsp;

Consequently, the decision was made to demolish the current structure and replace it with a new residential development that pays homage to nearby heritage and contributory buildings.

The site is located within the Woollahra Heritage Conservation Area (HCA) and the Rosemont Precinct. It is adjacent to a heritage-listed item on its east side, separated by a narrow grass path.&nbsp;

The development aims to respect the heritage items in the vicinity and the heritage significance of the HCA, enhancing the streetscape and contributing positively to the area.

Although the new building will be taller than the existing structure, it has been designed to minimise any adverse visual impact on nearby heritage items and the HCA.&nbsp;

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Tall mature trees will largely obscure the view of the new development. The building's form, massing, setback, and materiality have been planned to be sympathetic to the surrounding heritage items and the HCA and the use of face brick will align with the existing inter-war flat buildings in the Rosemont Precinct, enhancing the site's streetscape presentation.

Since announcing themselves on the development scene in 2022,&nbsp;<a href="/developers/toohey-miller">Toohey Miller</a> has been busy acquiring sites across some of Sydney's best suburbs.

They've&nbsp; the majority of apartments in their luxury <a href="/developments/elizabeth-bay-nsw-2011">Elizabeth Bay</a> apartment development, <a href="/new-apartments/no-1-onslow-place-elizabeth-bay-1-onslow-place-elizabeth-bay">No.1 Onslow Place</a>. They're a joint venture partner on <a href="/new-apartments/muse-potts-point-30-34-brougham-street-potts-point">Muse Potts Point</a> nearby, while they're putting the finishing touches to their approved Darlinghurst apartment development, <a href="/new-apartments/henri-house-349-liverpool-street-darlinghurst">Henri House</a>.

The site is located within the Woollahra Heritage Conservation Area (HCA) and the Rosemont Precinct

First look: Toohey Miller reveal new Woollahra apartment plans

Ali Mohammed's Positive Investment Enterprise is continuing to bolsters its apartment development pipeline in Sydney's most affuleunt harbourside suburbs.

Positive Invest, who is behind the luxury Rose Bay apartment development Kew Hillcrest, has filed plans for its rare three-lot amalgamation at&nbsp;<a href="/new-apartments/80-84-drumalbyn-road-woollahra">80-84 Drumalbyn Road, Bellevue Hill</a>.

They're planning&nbsp;26 two, three and four-bedroom apartments across a six-level building. The building however presents as two levels street from street, tiering down the sloping block.

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The building, which will cost nearly $34 million to construct, has been designed by MHNDUnion who says the apartment mix&nbsp;is consistent with market demand and would suit the demographic mix of couples, small families, retirees and downsizers living within the surrounding area.

The Urban Design Report submitted by Atlas Urban suggested <a href="/developments/bellevue-hill-nsw-2023">Bellevue Hill</a> lacks the right type of housing in the right location "age in place."

They said it's an area of a well-established wealthy and increasingly elderly community, adding that much of the housing stock is mid-20th century walk-up buildings.

"[There's a] limited provision of new housing in residential streets surrounding the centre [of Bellevue Hill]," the report noted

"The subject site is part of a precinct of R3 medium residential apartments. Its neighbours are all multi-residential, while on the far side of the gully is R2 low-density housing.

"Many of the houses in the area are large and include private tennis courts and swimming pools. The apartments help to bring density and activation to the area and provide housing diversity."

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There will be a communal resident area in the new development with a lounge, adjoining gym, and a tiered terrace that runs down to a swimming pool. On the same level is a three-bed plus MPR apartment that has its own pool.

There are four apartments proposed on levels one, two and three, six apartments on level four, four on level five, and then two penthouses on level six.

The three-bed apartments range in size from 118 sqm to 189 sqm, the larger ones with a fourth bedroom or an MPR.

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Renowned landscape architecture firm Dangar Barin Smith said the landscape design for 80-84 Drumalbyn Road incorporates a carefully selected planting palette designed to effectively deal with the differing micro-climate sensitivities of the site.

"The front landscape exists in very limited natural light due to the oversized Fig Trees on the council verge. This area requires plantings that are conducive to low light conditions and forest floor/rainforest plant communities. A range of exotics are suggested where appropriate in conjunction with natives to ensure a long-term evergreen appearance and the prevention of weed growth."

Currently on the site is three residential flat buildings with brick facades and hipped tile roofs.

"The existing buildings are effectively enclosed brick boxes without access to outdoor spaces," Atlas Urban said.

First look: Positive Investment Enterprise reveal Bellevue Hill apartment plans

Brisbane's West End is set for two "climate-responsive and contextually driven" apartment towers.

Builder developer Zen Group is planning two towers at <a href="/new-apartments/24-duncan-street-west-end">24 Duncan Street</a>, near Montague Markets, that will home just over 200 apartments.

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Betts + Partners said in their Architectural Design Report that two diverse urban conditions exist within the West End site context that are separated by Montague Rd.

"The Riverside South Precinct to the west is a high-density residential zone comprising predominantly apartment buildings and contrasted by the established suburban character to the east with primarily post-war single detached dwellings. The contextual design strategy is to celebrate the qualities found within the established West End suburban character in providing elevated high-quality subtropical apartment living with exceptional communal recreational amenity."

They said the aim is to positively contribute to the evolution of a new subtropical urbanity that is both contextually responsive and prioritises humanism in connection with place.

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The vision aligns with Brisbane's goal to become a New World City by 2031, promoting a globally recognisable subtropical urban lifestyle.

Duncan Street comprises two 17-level buildings housing 202 apartments, from one-bedroom plus study apartments through to three-bedroom units.

The 2600 sqm resident rooftop includes three pools, a fitness centre, private dining rooms, a cinema room, resident lounges, a library, and comprehensive wellness facilities with hot and cold plunge pools, yoga, pilates, a sauna, treatment room, and a contemplative garden.

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Active retail frontages on Duncan and Rogers Streets will sleeve ground floor services and visitor car parking.&nbsp;

The two-level podium includes green walls, planters, and textured facades with integrated vertical greenery to enhance the streetscape.&nbsp;

Movement in the balconies and structural elements of the towers optimises light, shade, and private open space.

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Apartments are oriented to maximise views and privacy, with operable glazing and brise soleil for climate control.&nbsp;

"Conceptual drivers from West End’s urban context inform the design parti strategy that include; the River, the Backyard and the Verandah," Betts+Partners suggested.

"Each quality is reinterpreted in the sectional and plan parti and manifest in the three-dimensional building expression."

24 Duncan Street is only a three-minute walk from the Brisbane River, six minutes to the nearest ALDI, and 12 minutes to Davies Park, where The West End Markets is held every Saturday.

West End set for climate-responsive apartments

Luxury apartment developer and hotel operator, KTQ Group, has cleared the final hurdle in its Kirra Beach Hotel redevelopment project.

A court appeal to stop the development of a further three buildings in the transformative project has recently been dismissed, paving the way for more apartments above a slew of new retail and services spaces in the sought-after surf mecca.

Following the first stage completion of Miles Residences, which recently settled, Peggy Flannery's&nbsp;<a href="/developers/ktq-group">KTQ Group</a> will now push on with another 16-level building with 116 apartments, a 13-level building with 87 apartments, and a seven-level hotel with 92 rooms.

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The development will also feature food and drink outlets, shops, offices, health care services, service industries, and indoor sports and recreation facilities.

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<a href="/buildings/miles-kirra-beach-hotel-101-musgrave-street-coolangatta">Miles Residences</a>&nbsp;was the first stage of the redevelopment that was released to the market in late 2020. It witnessed overwhelming demand, with all apartments sold within a few months. The success prompted the expedited construction of Miles Residences, alongside the replacement of the original Kirra Beach Hotel with a new pub and pavilion.

Other revisions to the initial 2022 plans include the removal of building four, the introduction of indoor sport and recreation facilities, design changes, and height increases for smaller buildings.

The development will be home to a total of 203 apartments and a 92-room hotel, with a notable shift towards fewer one-bedroom and more four-bedroom apartments compared to earlier proposals.

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The final plans, designed by <a href="/architects/little-boat-projects">Little Boat Projects</a> with support from <a href="/architects/nettletontribe">Nettleton Tribe</a>, were approved following additional information on the noise impacts of the rooftop pool and bar area.&nbsp;

The rooftop area is designated for exclusive use by hotel guests and will not host live music events.

The project, expected to be completed by 2026, has already commenced construction, with initial demolition, excavation, and groundwork underway.&nbsp;

The project, expected to be completed by 2026, has already commenced construction, with initial demolition, excavation, and groundwork underway

KTQ clears final approval for Kirra Beach Hotel redevelopment

Sydney's busiest apartment developer Deicorp is continuing its dominance in Sydney's inner-city suburbs.

They've filed plans with the City of Sydney Council for their <a href="/new-apartments/130-joynton-avenue-zetland">2.86-hectare Joynton Avenue site</a>, the former AusGrid facility they secured two years ago.

The proposal is for nine new buildings as part of a new mixed-use precinct 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.

Akin to its other Zetland apartment development Downtown, the new development, dubbed The Avenues, in the planning documents, will have extensive retail at street level.

Designs have been drawn up by Fender Katsalidis, Candalepas Associates and Lachlan Seegers Architects for the nine buildings.&nbsp;The larger buildings, labelled A, B and C on the perimeter of the site, have been designed by Fender Katsalidis.&nbsp;

<img alt="Deicorp" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="6fb264fa-6872-42b8-81a6-18be48abf870" src="https://s3.ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/www.urban.com.au/s3fs-public/inline-images/Screenshot%202024-07-13%20at%2010.47.05%E2%80%AFAM.png?VersionId=VRb2qLsnaakvT8Lyll54bVMQECaltz7N" />Building A by Fender Katsalidis

Building A, next to Woolwash Park, will be the tallest of the three at 14 levels. That will home 93 apartments. Building B will have 76 apartments across 12 levels, while building C, next to Biyanbing Park, will rise just eight levels with 61 apartments

Building A will home a providore grocer, cafe and bistro on the ground floor. Building B will have a coffee pop up, juice bar, and a speciality food retailer and Building C will have a large restaurant, a smaller restaurant, and a food and beverage outlet.

The three buildings FK has designed will home 230 apartments, 44 one-beds, 162 two-beds and 24 three-bedroom units.

<img alt="FK" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="69fdba1d-896f-494d-b7ee-6c9a9cd8a251" src="https://s3.ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/www.urban.com.au/s3fs-public/inline-images/Screenshot%202024-07-15%20at%209.39.26%E2%80%AFAM.png?VersionId=ha84O5O5hpAyE21fEr6f.3MAtSm8xEDX" />Building C by Fender Katsalidis

Candalepas designed several of the other smaller buildings. They will bring the other 344 apartments,&nbsp;62 one-beds, 231 two-beds and 51 three-bedroom units.

The Design Verification Statement, signed by&nbsp;Angelo Candalepas, said the proposed building provides a density within the constructs of both the Sydney Local Environmental Plan and the City of Sydney’s current Development Control Plan.

"As such, the proposal is reflective of the future desired character for this area. Given its inner-city location, the Site is well-serviced by local infrastructure, public transport, employment, community facilities, parks, shopping etc."

<img alt="Deicorp" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="533d57d2-ebc6-4278-a731-7aff71abc137" src="https://s3.ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/www.urban.com.au/s3fs-public/inline-images/Screenshot%202024-07-13%20at%2010.44.48%E2%80%AFAM.png?VersionId=RFUzElWmRRukb8VkxBiRTDfzW6yvMkRl" />Building D1 by&nbsp;Candalepas Associates

On the design, Candalepas said the materials are unified and developed as a series of earth-coloured brick structures that provide a deliberate warmth to the centre of the heavily landscaped site.

"The proposal is based around building forms with elegant proportions, contextual linkages as well as a number of pleasuring aesthetic offerings such as textural variety and the carefully considered interplay of light and shadow."

<img alt="Deicorp" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="dae51cfc-3655-457e-801b-400480bc3bc8" src="https://s3.ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/www.urban.com.au/s3fs-public/inline-images/Screenshot%202024-07-15%20at%209.47.58%E2%80%AFAM.png?VersionId=WXY42GnG41Rh7kdWGOd_6JV2rkaQqA74" />Building E2 by&nbsp;Lachlan Seegers Architects

The buildings will be sustainable, with the design of the&nbsp;façade developed as a thermally efficient high-performance envelope, to optimise passive thermal design principles and provide user-controlled, external shading devices in conjunction with natural ventilation to regulate thermal comfort.

"We propose to deliver an Environmentally Sustainable Design (ESD) that will not only respond to the regulatory challenges of achieving BASIX and SEPP Sustainable Buildings 2022 targets, but will also provide a vibrant, engaging and healthy development for residences,"&nbsp;Candalepas noted.

Deicorp is one of Sydney's most active developers. It has live developments in Zetland, Parramatta and several in Sydney's Hills District, while also preparing to launch apartments in Melrose Park, Rhodes and Crows Nest.

<h2>Joynton Square Summary</h2>

Address: 130 Joynton Avenue, Zetland

Site: 27,980 sqm

Developer: Deicorp

Architects: Candalepas Assocaites, FK and&nbsp;Lachlan Seegers Architects

Apartments: 574

Parking: 229

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