Brisbane is crying out for new supply in the off the plan apartment market.

Confidence in the Queensland capital is at an all-time high, and there's no suggestion of a slowdown in demand.

Assisting in the growth in the unit market is the lack of new projects. There's not been a release of a new apartment development, certainly nothing close to a tower development, in months.

Developers have been active however over April, which bodes well for Brisbane's future supply.

Of course, these projects won't be realised for several years, with the approval phase, marketing, and then the build generally making the lifespan of a new development between four to five years, depending on density and the speediness of the approval process.

We've wrapped up the top five apartment developments that were submitted to the Brisbane City Council in April.

<h2>Address: 18 Macgregor Street, Upper Mount Gravatt</h2>

<h3>Developer: Salter Brothers</h3>

One of the most interesting apartment developments submitted in Brisbane in April was in <a href="/developments/upper-mount-gravatt-qld-4122">Upper Mount Gravatt</a>, where&nbsp;diversified investment group and property developer <a href="/developers/salter-brothers">Salter Brothers</a>&nbsp;has sought to create their first project in Brisbane.

Salter Brothers is seeking to demolish the Mercure Brisbane Garden City Hotel&nbsp;and develop a new 17-level apartment building at <a href="/new-apartments/18-macgregor-street-upper-mount-gravatt">18 Macgregor Street</a>.

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They've had <a href="/architects/bates-smart">Bates Smart</a> create the plans for the mixed-use building that will have 101 apartments above a four-level podium. That will home a 90-space childcare centre and parking for 107 cars.

There will be eight apartments per floor, six two-beds and two three-bedders. The apartments are expressed as "gently undulating petals," Bates Smart wrote in their submission to the Brisbane City Council.

Read more: <a href="/news/qld/first-look-exclusive-salter-brothers-plot-new-brisbane-apartments">First look exclusive: Salter Brothers plot new Brisbane apartments</a>

<h2>Address: 28 Beesley Street, West End</h2>

<h3>Developer: Tocu Properties</h3>

<a href="/developers/tocu-properties">Tocu Properties</a>, which has been developing townhouses across Brisbane's inner-ring suburbs, is moving into the apartment market in the <a href="/developments/west-end-qld-4101">West End</a>.

They've had&nbsp;<a href="/architects/woods-bagot">Woods Bagot</a>&nbsp;draw up plans for a seven-level apartment development on the corner of Beesley and Filmer streets, one of the last remaining infill development sites within the highly sought-after West End precinct.

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The proposal is for 42 two and three-bedroom apartments, 30 of which will have an additional multi-purpose room.

Crowning the building will be a 656 sqm rooftop amenity level with an infinity edge pool, hot and cold plunge pools, and open lawn and barbecue areas with views over <a href="/developments/brisbane-qld">Brisbane</a>.

Read more: <a href="/news/qld/first-look-tocu-properties-file-west-end-apartment-plans">First look: Tocu Properties file West End apartment plans</a>

<h2>Project: Canopy House by Aria, Kangaroo Point</h2>

<h3>Address: 58-62 Leopard Street Kangaroo Point, Kangaroo Point QLD 4169</h3>

<h3>Developer: ARIA Property Group</h3>

<a href="/developers/aria-property-group">ARIA</a> is again seeking to bulk up its upcoming <a href="/developments/kangaroo-point-qld-4169">Kangaroo Point</a> apartment project, <a href="/new-apartments/canopy-house-by-aria-58-62-leopard-street-kangaroo-point">Canopy House</a>.

The Tim Forrester-led developer is seeking to add a further four levels to the previous 29-level tower by&nbsp;<a href="/architects/rothelowman" target="">Rothelowman</a>, which were approved in August after a&nbsp;change application in June last year.

<img alt="First look: Aria bulk up Canopy House in Kangaroo Point by buying next door" data-entity-type="" data-entity-uuid="" src="https://res.cloudinary.com/dz9xllyip/image/fetch/c_scale,w_580,dpr_2.0,q_auto:good/https://s3.ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/www.urban.com.au/s3fs-public/inline-images/Screen%20Shot%202024-04-16%20at%208.29.27%20pm.png?VersionId=EcbkV1.4aU3qa_g5kxyNXsrkqKpgJOuZ" />

The new design will also see an extended podium which will now feature a resident park with a barbecue kitchen and outdoor dining area, playground, and seating pods.

The documents suggest the new design will improve the facade, providing a "greater visual relief to the built form and significantly increasing the project’s ‘Green Factor’."

Read more: <a href="/news/qld/first-look-aria-bulk-up-canopy-house-in-kangaroo-point-by-buying-next-door">First look: Aria bulk up Canopy House in Kangaroo Point by buying next door</a>

<h2>Project: La Flor, Taringa</h2>

<h3>Address: 128-130 Swann Road</h3>

<h3>Developer: Vista Projects</h3>

The Gold Coast-based architecture firm <a href="/architects/contreras-earl-architecture">Contreras Earl Architecture</a> has put together a design for their next project in the neighbouring&nbsp;<a href="/new-apartments/taringa-qld-4068">Taringa</a>&nbsp;on behalf of developer <a href="/developers/vista-projects">Vista Projects</a>.

<img alt="First look: Contreras Earl pen new Taringa apartment project, La Flor" data-entity-type="" data-entity-uuid="" src="https://res.cloudinary.com/dz9xllyip/image/fetch/c_scale,w_580,dpr_2.0,q_auto:good/https://s3.ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/www.urban.com.au/s3fs-public/inline-images/Screen%20Shot%202024-04-22%20at%208.32.03%20pm.png?VersionId=HeeqUErVssguFX_j7YbQb3AwAQUvGMVZ" />

The six-level project, dubbed La Flor, will have eight three-bedroom apartments and a four-bedroom penthouse with its own private rooftop. The rest of the rooftop is reserved for resident amenities, comprising a resort-style pool, a sauna, extensive seating, barbecue spaces and sun lounges.

La Flor draws inspiration from nature, with its design metaphorically likened to the unfolding petals of a flower and translates into an architectural interplay between openness and enclosure.&nbsp;

Read more: <a href="/news/qld/first-look-contreras-earl-pen-new-taringa-apartment-project-la-flor">First look: Contreras Earl pen new Taringa apartment project, La Flor</a>

&nbsp;

<h2>&nbsp;Project: Gaia</h2>

<h3>Address: 108 Lambert Street, Kangaroo Point QLD 4069</h3>

<h3>Developer: Pikos Group</h3>

Even rarer than a submission at the moment is the approval of a new tower.

Brisbane developer&nbsp;<a href="/news/qld/pikos-property-group-changes-to-kangaroo-point-maroochydore-employment-hub-of-the-sunshine-coast">Pikos Group</a>&nbsp;is backing up its recently launched Skye Residences in Kangaroo Point with another project in the affluent suburb.

They've been given the green light for Gaia, two 15-level buildings at&nbsp;<a href="/new-apartments/gaia-kangaroo-point-108-lambert-street-kangaroo-point">108 Lambert Street</a>&nbsp;which will home 215 apartments as well as creating a full acre of inner-city parklands in the process.

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Designed by&nbsp;<a href="/architects/dko-architecture">DKO Architecture</a>, both residential towers at Gaia have been oriented to capture sweeping views of the city and river, with all apartments featuring luxury internal finishes of natural stone, timber flooring and premium appliances.&nbsp;

The River Tower includes a mix of three and four-bedroom apartments, some with a multi-purpose room, while the City Tower will have two and three-bedroom apartments with an additional multi-purpose room.

Read more: <a href="/news/qld/pikos-group-secures-approval-for-gaia-kangaroo-point-apartments">Pikos Group secures approval for Gaia Kangaroo Point apartments</a>

There has been new developments plans submitted by Aria, Salter Brother and Tocu Properties across Brisbane in April

Joel Robinson

The top five new apartment developments planned across Brisbane in April

Melbourne's well-documented supply chain woes aren't easing in a hurry.

There were some notable development applications however submitted across the capital in April, some of which will bring some much-needed density to the apartment sector.

Of course, these projects won't be realised for several years, with the approval phase, marketing, and then the build generally making the lifespan of a new development between four to five years, depending on density and the speediness of the approval process.

We've wrapped up some of the biggest and best development applications across Melbourne in April.

<h2>Address: 99-109 Lorimer Street, Docklands</h2>

Melbourne&nbsp;developer Ross&nbsp;Pelligra&nbsp;is set to take on one of his largest projects to date, lodging plans for a huge multi-stage precinct in Melbourne's&nbsp;growing Fishermans Bend precinct.

Development manager <a href="/developers/citinova">Citinova</a> has proposed a four-tower development, designed as a "cohesive 'family' of towers" by Architectus, that will bring over 1000 apartments to the chronically undersupplied Melbourne market.

One of the towers will be dedicated build-to-sell, while there will be more build-to-sell apartments in tower two that will also home 200 hotel rooms and extensive amenities.

<img alt="First look exclusive: Citinova plot multi-tower development in Fishermans Bend" data-entity-type="" data-entity-uuid="" src="https://res.cloudinary.com/dz9xllyip/image/fetch/c_scale,w_580,dpr_2.0,q_auto:good/https://s3.ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/www.urban.com.au/s3fs-public/field/image/Screen%20Shot%202024-04-19%20at%204.18.10%20pm.png?VersionId=eogu21v9z8UCqB3bNm08l5GSzxKbbgXs" />

Tower three will be a commercial office tower that may suit a coworking provider, and Tower Four will be build-to-rent apartments. All the towers will be linked by a podium that will feature vibrant laneways with an arts and culture hub, retail tenancies and an urban grocer.

The five-stage project will also include an unencumbered 3,075 sqm public open space.

Landscape architect <a href="/landscape-architect/mala">Mala Studio</a> has been part of the design, as have planning consultants <a href="/landscape-architect/tract-landscape-architects">Tract</a>.

Read more:&nbsp;<a href="/news/vic/first-look-exclusive-citinova-plot-multi-tower-development-in-fishermans-bend">First look exclusive: Citinova plot multi-tower development in Fishermans Bend</a>

<h2>Address: 616-646 High Street, Prahran</h2>

<h2>Developer:&nbsp;Abadeen</h2>

Having launched&nbsp;<a href="/new-apartments/malea-94-burke-road-malvern-east">Maléa</a>, a collection of just seven luxury apartments on&nbsp;<a href="/developments/malvern-east-vic-3145">Malvern East</a>'s Central Park,&nbsp;<a href="/developers/abadeen-group">Abadeen</a>, led locally by former&nbsp;<a href="/project-marketer/cbre-residential-australia" target="">CBRE</a>&nbsp;Director&nbsp;<a href="/content/abadeen-officially-announce-expansion-into-victoria-with-two-luxury-projects" target="">Andrew Leoncelli</a>, has filed plans for its next project.

They'll be developing a boutique building in Prahran at&nbsp;<a href="/new-apartments/grandview-prahran-616-646-high-street-prahran-vic-3181">616-646 High Street</a>,&nbsp;on the corner of&nbsp;Airlie Avenue and High Street near&nbsp;<a href="/expert-insights/buying/toorak-park-delivers-where-it-matters-most">Toorak Park</a>&nbsp;and Orrong Romanis Reserve.

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They had&nbsp;<a href="/architects/carr-design" target="">Carr Design</a>&nbsp;a four-level building that curves around a Smooth Bark Apple tree, immovable as it's listed as a national trust significant tree.

There will be 26 apartments across the four levels, a mix of two-bed, two-bed plus studies, and three-bed apartments. They will sit above two levels of the basement with parking for 56 cars.

Read more:&nbsp;<a href="/news/vic/first-look-abadeen-lodge-plans-for-second-melbourne-apartment-development">First look: Abadeen lodge plans for second Melbourne apartment development</a>

<h2>Address: 38 Clarke Street, Southbank</h2>

<h2>Developer: LAS Group</h2>

Melbourne developer&nbsp;<a href="/developers/las-group" target="">LAS Group</a>&nbsp;has submitted plans for a new 25-level tower in the heart of&nbsp;<a href="/developments/southbank-vic-3006">Southbank</a>.

<a href="/architects/fk-australia">Fender Katsalidis</a> has put together plans for the 188-apartment tower at 38 Clarke Street, on the corner of City Road and Clarke Street just behind Crown Melbourne.

<img alt="First look exclusive: LAS Group propose Fender Katsilidis apartment tower in Southbank" data-entity-type="" data-entity-uuid="" src="https://res.cloudinary.com/dz9xllyip/image/fetch/c_scale,w_580,dpr_2.0,q_auto:good/https://s3.ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/www.urban.com.au/s3fs-public/field/image/38%20Clarke%20-%20render.jpg?VersionId=B3il28IAk1qJEHo4edK3uCToCRSrDKVc" />

In contrast to the neighbouring buildings with predominantly glass facade buildings, 38 Clarke Street embraces the industrial heritage of the area, with the building's lower level finishes drawing on the 19th-century local vernacular found on City Road with rich red brick detailing and arched windows.&nbsp;

The lower ground level at street level features resident amenities including a dedicated bike lobby and parking area, pool and gym.&nbsp;

The top of the podium features a densely planted native garden bed designed by renowned Tract Landscape Architects.&nbsp;

Read more:&nbsp;<a href="/news/vic/first-look-exclusive-las-group-propose-fender-katsilidis-apartment-tower-in-southbank">First look exclusive: LAS Group propose Fender Katsilidis apartment tower in Southbank</a>

<h2>Address: 81A Bell Street, Coburg</h2>

<h2>Developer: Blue Earth Group</h2>

Amenity-centric Melbourne&nbsp;developer&nbsp;<a href="/developers/blue-earth-group">Blue Earth Group</a>&nbsp;is trying again to get its&nbsp;<a href="/developments/coburg-vic-3058">Coburg</a>&nbsp;development approved.

The plan is for over 444 apartments and townhouses designed by&nbsp;<a href="/architects/cht-architects" target="">CHT</a>&nbsp;Architects on what the planning documents call a "significant land parcel" given its location on the south-western corner of Bell and Rodda Street which forms the entrance/gateway to the&nbsp;<a href="/new-apartments/coburg-vic-3058">Coburg</a>&nbsp;Major Activity Centre (‘MAC’).

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The revised design response continues a similar design concept, containing three buildings ranging in height from five to 11 storeys, with large areas of publicly accessible open space and pedestrian links provided within the site that is bordered by ground floor activity with the provided building separation and setbacks consistent with the Tribunal’s findings in maximising daylight receipt to the apartments and sunlight to provide open space areas.

Proposed are 223 one-bedroom apartments, the majority with a study, 195 two-bedders, 15 three-bed apartments, and 11 townhouses.

There will be around 239 sqm of shop floor space and 106 sqm of food and drink premises.

Read more:&nbsp;<a href="/news/vic/blue-earth-group-to-push-on-with-three-tower-coburg-development">Blue Earth Group to push on with three-tower Coburg development</a>

There's been applications submitted in April from Citinova, Blue Earth Group, Abadeen, and LAS Group

The top four new apartment developments planned across Melbourne in April

Property developer Wickton is continuing to move fast in Melbourne's development space.

<a href="/developers/wickton">Wickton</a>, led by Blanco Norton and architect Will Leaf, has just secured approval for a mixed-use development in the Hawksburn Village precinct, on the border of South Yarra and Prahran.

They secured 387-403 Malvern Road, near Hawksburn Station,&nbsp;late last year. The 1,436 sqm site had approvals in place for both a full residential project and a full commercial project.

Leaf, whose architecture practice <a href="/architects/ewert-leaf">Ewert Leaf</a>&nbsp;is designing three other mixed-use buildings in the Hawksburn Village precinct, redesigned the plans to create a collection of luxury apartments above strata offices and ground-level retail.

"Our goal is to create a true mixed-use typology that draws inspiration from the locale's rich contextual fabric," Will Leaf said.

The design blends brick, steel, and glass with strong vertical forms and generous apertures to create a balanced and sympathetic addition to the village streetscape.

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There will be a vibrant ground floor retail with premium hospitality and retail spaces that will anchor three levels of strata offices. Seven two and three-bedroom apartments will occupy the top two levels of the building,

The designs were altered from the previous plans so the floorplates expanded, which meant the apartments sat above the building's large privacy screens and the adjoining buildings so both levels of apartments take in uninterrupted views across Melbourne and back to the city skyline.

Blanco Norton said Hawksburn Village is going through a&nbsp;renaissance.

"The village is starting to come alive again," Norton said.

"It's a much more affordable proposition from both a residential and commercial standpoint compared to Toorak village, with all the same level of amenity on the doorstep. It will be the place to be."

Wickton is expecting to start demolition of the bottle shop and adjoining commercial building on the site later this year, and start the build in early 2025. The luxury apartments, two and three-bedders, will hit the market in Q3 2024.

Wickton has been busy in Bayside where late last year they took two owner-occupier focussed projects, both in&nbsp;<a href="/developments/hampton-vic-3188">Hampton</a>, to the market in the space of a week.

The first project,&nbsp;<a href="/new-apartments/linacre-rise-hampton-8-10-linacre-road-hampton">Linacre Rise</a>, comprises 27 modern apartments, while the latest release,&nbsp;<a href="/new-apartments/58-beach-hampton-58-beach-road-hampton">58 Beach</a>, has just six apartments with views of both Hampton and&nbsp;<a href="/developments/sandringham-vic-3191">Sandringham</a>&nbsp;Beach. Both were also designed by Leaf's architecture firm&nbsp;<a href="/news/steller-and-ewert-leaf-combine-for-a-reworked-south-melbourne-apartment-tower" target="">Ewert Leaf</a>.

Wickton also has another upcoming project in the Bayside area.

First look exclusive: Wickton look to South Yarra for latest mixed-use development

Sydney’s iconic Coogee Bay Hotel is set for a transformation.

Plans have now been approved to transform the landmark watering hole and hotel on the corner of Arden Street and Coogee Bay Road, creating new hotel rooms, a refurbishment of the current building, and the addition of a shoptop housing development with 58 apartments, 11 retail premises, and an internal laneway from Coogee Bay Road.

The approval comes after more than four years of design and planning, discussions with stakeholders, community consultation and mediation between the owners of the <a href="/developments/coogee-nsw-2034">Coogee</a> Bay Hotel and <a href="/developments/randwick-nsw">Randwick</a> City Council. &nbsp;

The Sydney Eastern City Planning Panel&nbsp;granted a Deferred Commencement Consent, consent that will become operational once there has been a resolution of a noise management plan with Randwick City Council.&nbsp;

In their determination, the Panel considered the major changes made by the applicant to their original development application lodged in July 2021. These included an improvement of bulk and scale, a reduction in height, removal of the proposed supermarket and improvement of urban form and amenity. It was also noted by the Panel that view loss was reduced by the amended plans.&nbsp;

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Chris Cheung, Managing Director of the Coogee Bay Hotel, said: “We are happy to be finally moving forward and excited to deliver a renewed Coogee Bay Hotel that will reinvigorate the &nbsp;Precinct. &nbsp;

“This significant 8500 sqm site is in the heart of Coogee, provides a gateway to the oceanfront, and offers excellent access to services and public transport," Cheung said."&nbsp;&nbsp;

“As members of the community for the past 30 years, we understand the local environment and believe our plans will better integrate the hotel within the community and reinvigorate the entire site. The proposal will enhance the heritage elements of the hotel building, upgrade its accommodation offering, create a wider range of entertainment, dining options and public meeting spaces, and create a more family-friendly environment. &nbsp;

“Re-casting the Coogee Bay Hotel as a more family-friendly place will improve social outcomes, add value to local business, boost the local economy and complement the character of the local area."

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The approval includes the demolition of buildings, works to the Coogee Bay Hotel including refurbishment to provide for 18 hotel rooms, a new three-storey building to the southern side of the beer garden with 13 new hotel rooms (resulting in a total of 31 hotel rooms), construction of five/six storey shop top housing comprising 58 dwellings, 11 retail premises, internal laneway from Coogee Bay Road, basement parking for 158 cars, subdivision, landscaping and associated works. &nbsp;

Discussions between the owners and Randwick City Council on the redevelopment proposal began in 2019. &nbsp;

The original development application was lodged in July 2021 and an 18-month mediation process with Randwick City Council in the Land and Environment Court has led to the grant of the Development Consent. &nbsp;

Discussions between the owners and Randwick City Council on the redevelopment proposal began in 2019

Coogee Bay Hotel redevelopment gets the green light after five years of planning

Woolworths Group's proposal for a mixed-use development in Waterloo is taking a significant step forward with its recent determination approval.

Their development arm Fabcot <a href="/news/nsw/woolworths-venture-into-apartment-projects-starting-in-sydneys-waterloo">moved into the residential development sector</a> around three years ago, signalling their intent first in Waterloo, before revealing more projects in Neutral Bay and Rose Bay.

The planning proposal for their site at 923-935 Bourke Street, <a href="/developments/waterloo-nsw-2017">Waterloo</a>, which garnered unanimous support from the Central <a href="/developments/sydney-nsw">Sydney</a> Planning Committee (CSPC) and the City of Sydney Council in late 2023, was officially gazetted in March 2024.

Concept plans have been put together by <a href="/architects/bates-smart" target="">Bates Smart</a> for the development, which will see apartments sit above a new Woolworths Metro, with some dedicated to affordable housing for key workers. At this stage, all images are concept plans.

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Waterloo and its neighbouring suburbs have witnessed substantial population growth in recent years, with projections indicating an influx of approximately 40,000 new residents by 2036.

Despite this growth, the area remains underserved by full-line supermarkets, making Woolworths' mixed-use development a significant addition to address a 9000-sqm undersupply of supermarket floor space in the area.

Once completed, the development is expected to become a vibrant local hub offering not only a full-line Woolworths supermarket but a range of amenities, including 2000 sqm of commercial space, 1500 sqm of specialty retail, dining options, landscaped open areas, and 120 architecturally designed apartments.&nbsp;

A Design Excellence Competition was conducted to select the project's architect, with the winner to be announced in June 2024.

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The project also encompasses pedestrianised through-site links, retention of over 80 per cent of existing street trees and provision of 10 per cent affordable housing.

In addition to meeting the housing and retail needs of the community, the development will exceed BASIX requirements and support the City of Sydney’s Net Zero 2026 initiatives.&nbsp;

The strategic location of the mixed-use development, being a 10-minute walk to public transport including Green Square Train Station and Waterloo Metro Station, along with its proximity to parks, cafes, and other local attractions, makes it an increasingly desirable and accessible area to residents and visitors alike.

The development is expected to become a vibrant local hub offering a full-line Woolworths, 2000 sqm of commercial space, 1500 sqm of specialty retail, dining options and 120 apartments. 

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Woolworths receive determination approval for mixed-use Waterloo development

The burgeoning Stones Corner in Brisbane, on the fringe of the Woolloongabba Olympic precinct, is set for a new apartment development with the recent approval of a two-tower project just off Hanlon Park.

Peter Gartshore from the family-ran Idec Group is behind the plans on the 3,846 sqm site at <a href="/new-apartments/73-85-cleveland-street-stones-corner">73-85 Cleveland Street</a>, which will feature a striking skybridge connecting the two recreational rooftops designed by NMDS Architecture.

The development will have 226 apartments, split into 79 one-bedroom apartments, 83 two-bedders, 62 three-bedroom units, and only two four-bedroom apartments.

The skybridge will connect the two rooftop recreation areas that total 1273 sqm, allowing residents from both towers to access the full range of recreational facilities that include&nbsp;a pool, spa, terrace area, gym, sauna, showers, change rooms, alfresco and indoor dining areas, a theatre, community garden, and a dedicated dog walking area.

The submitted town planning report highlights the strategic importance of the proposed site in&nbsp;<a href="/developments/stones-corner-qld-4120">Stones Corner</a>, stating that it falls within a growth node on a selected transport corridor identified under the City Plan. It emphasises that areas within these nodes offer opportunities for more intense urban forms that cater to the needs of the local community.

<img alt="Twin tower apartment development proposed for Stones Corner" data-entity-type="" data-entity-uuid="" src="https://res.cloudinary.com/dz9xllyip/image/fetch/c_scale,w_580,dpr_2.0,q_auto:good/https://s3.ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/www.urban.com.au/s3fs-public/inline-images/Screenshot%202023-05-16%20at%2010.57.15%20am_0.png?VersionId=HA9ugUKWWoVT.sMLNezZta6A1OGOH1dn" />Render of the proposed twin tower&nbsp;<a href="/developments/stones-corner-qld-4120">Stones Corner</a>&nbsp;development. Credit: NMDA Architecture

The report emphasises the housing crisis in the southeast Queensland region, with low rental and housing stock levels, and states that the project will provide 226 additional housing opportunities near centres, community services, and transport options.

<a href="/developments/stones-corner-qld-4120">Stones Corner</a>, located just over two kilometres from Woolloongabba, the home of the 2032 Olympic Games, is undergoing significant urban transformation with the aim of residential and mixed-use densification.<img alt="Twin tower apartment development proposed for Stones Corner" data-entity-type="" data-entity-uuid="" src="https://res.cloudinary.com/dz9xllyip/image/fetch/c_scale,w_580,dpr_2.0,q_auto:good/https://s3.ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/www.urban.com.au/s3fs-public/inline-images/Screenshot%202023-05-16%20at%2010.57.40%20am.png?VersionId=gqA7E4EGRrPWzlrhMaNWTPJ1RuYS0exI" />Render of the proposed twin tower&nbsp;<a href="/developments/stones-corner-qld-4120">Stones Corner</a>&nbsp;development. Credit: NMDA Architecture

The development will prioritise green spaces and landscaping. The landscaping design by Wild Studio includes vertical green walls extending the full height of the building, feature trees at the main entrance on Cleveland Street, raised garden beds, and planter boxes with climbing and cascading plants.

The integration of greenery aims to create a vertical, subtropical micro-climate that enhances the building's appearance, provides cooling to residents, and contributes to the overall streetscape.

The development will include three basement levels with space for 330 cars. While the area is well-serviced by public transport, alternative transportation options will also be provided to residents. A car share system will enable those without vehicles to access ten electric vehicles, and there will be ample bicycle parking spaces, 283 in total, supported by an on-site bicycle workshop.

The project will comprise 226 apartments ranging from one to four bedrooms on a 3,846 sqm site at 75-85 Cleveland Street

New apartment development approved for Stones Corner

Tim Forrester's Aria Property Group is set to continue its transformation of South Brisbane with another sustainable apartment development approved.

They've been given the green light by the Brisbane City Council to develop a new tower on a triple block at <a href="/new-apartments/164-190-melbourne-street-south-brisbane">164-190 Melbourne Street</a>, where the former Malouf's Fruit Shop and Bond's Sweet Factory once stood.

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The sustainably conscious developer, known for their signature rooftop amenity and sustainability efforts, will be constructing a new apartment tower at 33 Manning Street, on the corner of Melbourne and Manning Streets—the first of three towers across the amalgamated site.

Aria has collaborated with <a href="/architects/bates-smart">Bates Smart</a> and <a href="/architects/richards-and-spence">Richards &amp; Spence</a> for the design and development of the approved tower, slated to feature 84 apartments spread across 14 levels, along with extensive rooftop amenities.

The design statement submitted to the <a href="/new-apartments/brisbane-qld">Brisbane</a> City Council emphasised the tower's spacious dwellings catering to a diverse population, including families and students.

The design emphasises natural light, cross ventilation, and practical living considerations, including private bedrooms, generous kitchens, and flexible living spaces.&nbsp;

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The tower's amenities include a commercial gym on the first level, a 20-metre pool at the heart of the rooftop, a plunge pool with city views, an amphitheatre for evening cinema, and a residents' dining room.

The new project adds to Aria's portfolio in <a href="/developments/south-brisbane-qld-4101">South Brisbane</a>, following their successful <a href="/new-apartments/trellis-20-edmondstone-street-south-brisbane">Trellis</a> development known for its sustainable features and their flagship development, <a href="/buildings/the-standard-13-17-manning-street-south-brisbane">The Standard</a>, located in the vibrant Fish Lane precinct.

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The new project adds to Aria's portfolio in South Brisbane, following their successful Trellis development known for its sustainable features and their flagship development, The Standard, located in the vibrant Fish Lane precinct

Aria set for new South Brisbane apartment tower after council nod

Sydney's skyline is set to transform with the approval of new dual-tower development plans overlooking Hyde Park in the heart of the city.&nbsp;

The project, which is linked to Chinese developer Shimao Group Holdings, will comprise 259 apartments across two 28 and 30-level towers, set above commercial and street-level&nbsp;retail at <a href="/new-apartments/169-183-liverpool-street-sydney">175 Liverpool Street</a>.

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The design, selected through a competitive process that highlighted <a href="/architects/bates-smart">Bates Smart</a> as the winning scheme, was praised for its thoughtful integration with the surrounding environment, including a respectful approach to the adjacent ANZAC War Memorial and Hyde Park.

"To respect the primacy of the Memorial we designed a ‘quiet’ building free from visual distractions and unnecessary formal manipulation, that would not distract from the visual prominence of the memorial," the statement read.

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The project's suitability for the site and its context, with careful consideration given to neighbouring developments, streetscape aesthetics, and the overall urban setting was one of the crucial aspects contributing to the approval of the proposal.

The mix of land uses, including residential, commercial, and retail, is also expected to invigorate the area's vitality without compromising environmental or amenity standards.&nbsp;

Moreover, amendments made to the initial proposal address community concerns, underscoring a commitment to responsible urban development.

This approval adds to the interest in development around Hyde Park, reflecting a broader trend of urban revitalisation in Sydney.&nbsp;

With projects like <a href="/new-apartments/111-castlereagh-sydney-111-castlereagh-street-sydney">111 Castlereagh Street</a>&nbsp;by <a href="/developers/cbus-property">Cbus</a>, the <a href="/new-apartments/sydney-house-194-204-pitt-street-sydney">City Tattersall Club</a> redevelopment by <a href="/developers/icd-property">ICD</a>,&nbsp;and Deicorp's <a href="/new-apartments/hyde-metropolitan-sydney-133-141-liverpool-street-sydney">Hyde Metropolitan</a> down the road, the approval of the dual tower highlights Sydney's ongoing commitment to balanced urban growth.

The approval adds to the interest in development around Hyde Park, reflecting a broader trend of urban revitalisation in Sydney. 

Two-tower apartment development greenlit on Sydney's Hyde Park

The billionaire Neilson family has revealed plans to revitalize an old commercial strip in the heart of Redfern.

The plans, which will transform a row of industrial-style commercial spaces across&nbsp;<a href="/new-apartments/2-30-vine-street-redfern">2-30 Vine Street and 32-34 Eveleigh Street</a>, have been filed by a company tied to Paris Neilson, the daughter of billionaire arts patron Judith Neilson and investment banker Kerr Neilson, and her husband Todd Barcombe

They're proposing a new mixed-use building on the three-lot amalgamation, creating a 2,406 sqm, L-shaped site.&nbsp;

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The $30 million sketch plans have been submitted as a State Significant Development to the NSW Government, given the estimated cost exceeds the $10 million requirement to be categorised as State Significant Development under Schedule 2 of the Planning Systems SEPP.

Because the proposed&nbsp;building does not exceed more than six levels from ground level, it did not require a competitive design process. Koichi Takada Architects won a limited architectural competition for the site in November 2023.

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Their plans envision a part three-level, part six-level building with&nbsp;retail, commercial, and residential spaces above basement parking. Proposed are&nbsp;a total of 20 commercial spaces and two street-level retail tenancies.

A through-site pedestrian link will be created at the heart of the development, connecting Vine Street to Hudson Street. Partially open communal spaces will be created fronting Eveleigh Street to the east.

There are 23 apartments planned, 12 one-beds, nine two-beds, and two three-bedroom units.

The site is around 500 metres from Judith Neilson's famous White Rabbit Gallery in Chippendale.

There are 23 apartments planned, 12 one-beds, nine two-beds, and two three-bedroom units.​​​​​​

First look exclusive: Billionaire Neilson family to develop new Redfern mixed-use building

National apartment developer Sun Property Group is continuing its push into Melbourne with their second project in the city's most affluent postcode getting the green light.

Following on from their debut Melbourne apartment development in <a href="/new-apartments/toorak-vic-3142">Toorak</a>,&nbsp;<a href="/new-apartments/the-brookville-5-brookville-road-toorak">The Brookville</a>, Sun Property Group (<a href="/developers/sun-property-group">SPG</a>), has secured approval for their next project, around 500 metres away on a double block at <a href="/new-apartments/226-228-williams-road-toorak">226-228 Williams Road</a>.

They'll be building a three-level block of just 18 high-end apartments designed by Cera Stribley, a mix of&nbsp;10 two-bedroom apartments, four three-beds, and four penthouses.

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The prime 1,114 sqm site is just 250 metres to Hawksburn Train Station and 400 metres from the 59 Tram. SPG will be retaining the Smooth Bark Apple Tree, which will stand in front of the building and be accompanied by new landscaping by <a href="/architects/jack-merlo">Jack Merlo</a>.

The apartments will sit above a two-level basement which will home 38 parking spaces for residents and visitors.

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Cera Stribley said the site, near the&nbsp;intersection of Toorak, Prahran, and South Yarra, is ideally located in a vibrant and upscale neighbourhood in Melbourne.

"This intersection seamlessly blends the charm of Toorak’s leafy streets, Prahran’s urban lifestyle, and South Yarra’s cosmopolitan atmosphere," Cera Stribley said in their submissions to the local council.

They said the proposed development aims to bring together the strengths of these areas by providing a variety of residences that cater to the broad demographics that may be attracted to this location.

SPG, whose HQ is in Sydney, also has a project in Chatswood at <a href="/new-apartments/1a-17-bowen-street-chatswood-nsw-2067">1a-17 Bowen Street</a>, next to the Great Northern Hotel. They're currently working on <a href="/new-apartments/aurora-willoughby-453-willoughby-road-willoughby">Aurora</a>, a boutique development of one, two, three and four-bedroom apartments in Willoughby.

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Cera Stribley said the site, near the intersection of Toorak, Prahran, and South Yarra, is ideally located in a vibrant and upscale neighbourhood in Melbourne

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