Gold Coast developer Aniko Group is refining the masterplan for its flagship $2 billion mixed-use development, The Landmark at Mermaid Beach.

Following council approvals secured late last year, Aniko is responding to the escalating demand for affordable luxury living in the city's <a href="/developments/mermaid-beach-qld-4218">coveted beachside suburb</a> by trying to target the rightsizing demographic.

Rightsizing represents a shift towards higher-end yet compact living spaces without compromising on quality. Unlike traditional downsizing, buyers in this market segment are not necessarily motivated by financial reasons but seek the same prestige and amenities associated with larger properties.&nbsp;

<a href="/developers/aniko-group">Aniko</a>, founded and led by George Mastrocostas, has submitted a modified development application to the City of <a href="/new-apartments/gold-coast-qld">Gold Coast</a>, proposing enhancements to Tower 1 of <a href="/new-apartments/the-landmark-mermaid-beach-14-seaview-avenue-mermaid-beach-qld-4218">The Landmark</a>.&nbsp;

This proposal includes a reconfiguration of existing apartments along with the addition of five new floors, taking the tower from 30 levels to 35.

"The refinements allow us to introduce coastal apartment living at a price point that our buyers are seeking, one that simply doesn’t exist in the current market,” Mastrocostas said.&nbsp;

“The changes will allow us to bring to the market a more diverse range of apartments, strategically catering to rightsizers, thus enhancing our competitive edge."

Situated on a 1.13-hectare site at the corner of the Gold Coast Highway and Seaview Avenue, The Landmark will feature residential apartments, offices, medical services, a luxury hotel, and a ground-floor retail and dining precinct.

The masterplanned project has approvals for three residential towers of 25, 30, and 40 storeys, along with a 53-level tower featuring a mix of hotel suites and private hotel-branded residences, to be delivered over the next six years.

A sprawling one-hectare recreation podium will offer residents, commercial tenants, and hotel guests significant amenity, all within close proximity to the entirety of the site.

The amended development application seeks to increase the height of Tower 1 from 30 to 35 storeys, accommodating 240 apartments, up from the 170 currently approved, bringing the entire masterplan to a total of 891 apartments.&nbsp;

With construction of the first stage of The Landmark earmarked to commence by year-end, Aniko has reconfigured the floorplate of Tower 1 to introduce an additional apartment per level.

Responding to market feedback, the vast majority of the first tower’s two-bedroom apartments will now include a study nook. Aniko is also expanding its range of three-bedroom apartments as part of a broader strategy to provide additional choice for buyers.

"The new floorplans provide greater flexibility to create the style of apartments for which we are experiencing sustained demand," Mastrocostas added.&nbsp;

"Our plans are in response to the industry’s increasing focus on high-end apartments at the expense of more affordable alternatives that resonate with rightsizers.&nbsp;

“While we also plan to introduce a collection of stylish, three-bedroom-plus residences, we also want to cater to a segment of the market that has been overlooked by developers in the Gold Coast’s prime beachside suburbs in recent years."

Aniko has engaged award-winning firm <a href="/architects/plus-architecture">Plus Architecture</a> to deliver the master-planned development.

“In an increasingly discerning market, we have created a design that embodies the coastal lifestyle,” Plus Architecture Director Danny Juric said.

“Integrated vertical communities will be supported through a range of high quality and accessible amenities, with parks, laneways and plazas creating opportunities for people to socialise, get active or relax, and immerse themselves in retail therapy.”

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Situated on a 1.13-hectare site at the corner of the Gold Coast Highway and Seaview Avenue, The Landmark will feature residential apartments, offices, medical services, a luxury hotel, and a ground-floor retail and dining precinct.

Staff Writer

Aniko seek rightsizers at $2 billion Mermaid Beach apartment mega-project, Landmark

Lifestyle developer <a href="/developers/gurner">GURNER™</a> has submitted plans for the first stage of its <a href="/developments/docklands-vic-3008">Docklands</a> mega-project, Elysium Fields.

Gurner says Elysium Fields has been created around the concept of a futuristic wellness and anti-ageing utopia,&nbsp; where purchasers will have access to some of the world’s most advanced anti-ageing, holistic health and nature-based wellness principles within a city forest and landscape oasis.&nbsp;

They say the focus has been to create a&nbsp;self-contained biosphere-like design – the likes of which has previously only been seen in sci-fi movies – that will instil a sense of true tranquillity, making residents feel like they could by anywhere in the world as they enter the pristine, futuristic and inspiring oasis in the heart of Docklands.&nbsp;

The concept brings together Tim Gurner’s personal wellness journey and the latest in science-backed health and wellness, to deliver a regenerative anti-ageing and wellness experience that has been based on American Neuroscientist Andrew Huberman’s five pillars of health being: sleep, sunlight, &nbsp;movement, nutrition, and social connection.&nbsp;

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At Elysium Fields, residents will have access to advanced anti-ageing protocols and equipment like cryotherapy, IV infusions, dry and infrared sauna, red light therapy, grounding and PEMF beds, alongside access to visit the Elysian Reverse Ageing Medical Clinic that will provide medical-grade treatments including MRIs, DEXA scans, brain scans, blood testing and personalised health plans.&nbsp;

Residents will also gain access to a new venue of Gurner Group’s sold-out Saint Haven club which will be the largest in the Group’s portfolio at around 5,000 sqm, and an indulgent Haven Ancient Baths concept, also by Gurner Group, that will offer 15 different types of enriched water for optimum health. &nbsp;

The ancient bathhouse, to be known as Haven Ancient Baths, will be one of the world’s largest bathhouses, bringing together the latest technology while celebrating the history and science behind bathing from centuries-old traditions. &nbsp;

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Designed by <a href="/architects/fraser-partners">Fraser &amp; Partners</a>, GURNER™’s vision also includes over 3,700 sqm of much-needed immersive public landscapes and gardens that will connect residents with the natural world, inspired by the verdant buildings of Singapore that meld the built form with abundant greenery. &nbsp;

The&nbsp;27,000 sqm site precinct will include a landscaped pedestrian-focused ‘path of life’ that runs the entirety of the north-south ground floor/podium plane that will be designed for running track, Yoga, meditation, &nbsp;training, exercise and recovery, alongside a rooftop sports court, a private wellness club, a pool club and 5,000 sqm of retail, dining and public realm amenity.&nbsp;

The precinct will also feature its very own botanical gardens, be geared for a 24/7, interactive retail, &nbsp;dining and entertainment experience, and include a stunning, futuristic glass dome over the site, &nbsp;modelled on the concept of Elysium being the utopian afterlife. &nbsp;

The parks will be a key part of the offering and are centred around the ancient Japanese principle of &nbsp;Forrest bathing. This will provide residents with an opportunity to spend time among trees and greenery, &nbsp;akin to unwinding and relaxing in a forest, while still being in the heart of the city.&nbsp;

The journey to optimal health will continue inside each residence, with the homes designed to include filtered air purifiers, filtered water, access to northern sunlight, circadian lighting and optional recovery upgrades.&nbsp;

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A joint venture between GURNER™ and City Harbour – a consortium that includes the Liberman family, which holds the development rights to the project – the Docklands precinct is located in a key strategic pocket that connects the southern end of the CBD with the Docklands harbour waterfront and the gateway to the western suburbs. &nbsp;

The 27,000 sqm island infill site is located at 208-226 Harbour Esplanade, which once complete will encompass circa 1700 dwellings with an end value of $1.7 billion. &nbsp;

The development will include over 1,350 BTR and BTS apartments, a retail and hospitality precinct, a 4-star short-stay hotel of circa 100 keys and another premier 5-star hotel in the main tower of over 250 keys, with state-of-the-art conference facilities, a business club and hospitality offerings.&nbsp;

The first stage includes three towers totalling 640 dwellings, of which GURNER™ plans to launch the first tower, a build-to-sell offering with 231 apartments, in Q3 this year. Construction of the tower is planned for the same time.

While plans have previously been approved for the site, GURNER™ is submitting a revised scheme that aims to unlock more activation across a public realm and focus on pedestrian circulation, public amenity and increased connectivity to nature. &nbsp;

Planning approval for the precinct vests with the Minister for Planning, after which GURNER™ is aiming to launch the first tower to the market later this year. &nbsp;

Tim Gurner said when you enter Elysium Fields you will be stepping into another world – one that is serene, clean, &nbsp;vibrant and grounding.

"When you’re amongst the project’s forest and landscape you’ll feel like you could be anywhere in the world, while being right on the doorstep of the CBD," Gurner said.

"Through Gurner Group’s focus on progressive wellness and holistic health, and the overwhelmingly positive feedback from our members and customers, I am increasingly driven to create an ultimate wellness experience for the communities in which our buildings sit, that brings together cutting edge wellness and health amenities with a connection to nature, which we now know unequivocally improves sleep, our mental state of being and unlocks myriad health benefits."

Tim Gurner said when you enter Elysium Fields you will be stepping into another world – one that is serene, clean,  vibrant and grounding

Joel Robinson

GURNER submits plans for first stage of $1.7 billion Docklands precinct, Elysium Fields

Sydney developer and investment firm Inca Property Group has revealed its newest apartment development.

They'll be developing in <a href="/new-apartments/st-ives-nsw-2075">St Ives</a> where they've submitted plans for a five-level building on a 1,927 sqm, two-site amalgamation at 6-8 Newhaven Place, near St Ives Shopping Village.

The project, dubbed <a href="/new-apartments/ellis-residences-st-ives-6-8-newhaven-place-st-ives-nsw-2075">Haven Place</a>, will comprise 18 three-bedroom apartments which will fill a gap in the undersupplied downsizer market in the&nbsp;Ku-ring-gai&nbsp;area.

Tony Leung's A+ Design Group created the project, saying in their Design Verification submitted to the local council that the&nbsp;proposed development responds to the context of the site by providing built forms that sit in a landscaped setting, providing a positive contribution to the public domain.

"The proposed development achieves an appropriate built form in terms of building alignment, proportion and manipulation of building elements.

"The approach to the design proposal is to create simple, yet elegant built forms that sit harmoniously within the existing contextual environment. The balconies have been designed to be an extension of the living spaces so that outdoor living can be maximised."

The apartments start from 60 sqm and range in size to 157 sqm internally. Every apartment has a terrace or balcony, ranging from 13 sqm to 89 sqm. There will be a maximum of four apartments per floor, just two on the top level.

36 resident parking spaces across the three basement levels, two for each apartment, as well as five visitor spaces.

Inca's website suggested the "strategic move underscores Inca Group’s commitment to crafting exceptional homes in prime locations, emphasizing a blend of tranquillity and convenience for discerning residents in the prestigious North Shore area."&nbsp;

They're forecasting a mid-2026 completion.

<a href="/developers/inca-property-group">Inca</a>, founded by Joshua Thompson, have developed across both Sydney and <a href="/developments/byron-bay-nsw-2481">Byron Bay</a>. They created Byron's popular Depot Byron, 26 industrial warehouse spaces on Centennial Circuit near the Stone &amp; Wood Brewery. They've also completed apartment projects in Caringbah and Lane Cove.

Inca is also working on the <a href="/news/nsw/tara-on-park-launches-to-undersupplied-waitara-apartment-market">recently launched Tara on Park</a> in Waitara.

Inca, founded by Joshua Thompson, have developed across both Sydney and Byron Bay

First look: INCA Property lodge plans for Haven Place, St Ives apartments

James Packer is one of Australia's most well-known billionaires.

The former Crown Resorts chair spends most of his time nowadays overseas sailing around the world on his $200 million super yacht IJE. When in Australia he calls home his $72 million, two-level spread toward the top of Crown's Barangaroo tower.

Packer's interests however seem to have broadened recently and into more modest property development compared to those vested interests in the $2.2 billion Barangaroo tower.

Packer's name has popped up on company directorships that tie him to a new $32 million apartment development in Melbourne's leafy suburb of Balwyn, 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, <a href="/new-apartments/maleela-rise-balwyn-23-maleela-street-balwyn">Maleela Rise</a>, is expected to be developed by Chapter Group, with the Lefkos family name in the directorships of the main company.

Parts of the web involve businessman Joe Gersh AM, Executive Chairman of Gersh Investment Partners, and his Director and Chief Operations Officer Theo Axarlis. Crown's former executive vice-president for strategy and development, Todd Nisbet, also appears on the paper trail.

NPG MALEELA PTY LTD company filed the plans for&nbsp;31 apartments on the 3,862 sqm site at 23 Maleela Avenue, just set back from Whitehorse Road between Balwyn and Deepdene.

Cera Stribley has put together plans, recently submitted to the Boroondara Council, for the low-rise, three-level building which will have a near 60-metre frontage to Maleela Avenue.

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The plans for 23 Maleela Avenue. Image credit Cera Stribley

There will be 31 apartments across the four levels, 10 two-beds and 21 three-beds, of which 18 have completely different floorplans.

The two-bed apartments start from 114 sqm and range in size up to 140 sqm, while the smallest three-bedroom apartments have 150 sqm of internal space. They step up toward the three penthouses which have been 310 sqm and 361 sqm of space, each with three master suite bedrooms and two living rooms.

The documents submitted by Cera Stribley stated they wanted to capture elements of Balwyn and distil them into the project to create a unique yet familiar design starting point.

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The current site in Balwyn

"There is high demand from home buyers for a diverse range of housing in the established premium suburbs such as Balwyn," Cera Stribley said.

"In order to satisfy this need for housing diversity and allow for more families to have access to such a coveted location, there are numerous developments built and emerging in the wider context of Balwyn.

They said a study of the housing character within Maleela Avenue showcased an eclectic catalogue of Australian homes in styles not limited to Georgian Revival, Moderne and Tudor Revival.

"The proposed articulation of the building form is in response to the surrounding architectural heritage homes found in the Street and wider suburb. The north and south of the building along Maleela respond directly to the adjacent residential architecture. At the south, the building sits atop the highest point and grounds the proposal into the site. A break is introduced into the facade at the main pedestrian entry and the building form then changes to introduce long horizontal planes which flow down towards the northern end of the site."

The building will sit in landscaping by Jack Merlo.

Chapter Group were in the headlines recently for setting the Fitzroy apartment record with the sale of an amalgamated penthouse at their Fitzroy Fitzroy development for over $10 million.

Read more:&nbsp;<a href="/news/vic/confidence-in-melbournes-off-the-plan-apartment-market-soars-with-record-10-million-fitzroy-sale">Confidence in Melbourne's off the plan apartment market soars with record $10 million Fitzroy sale</a>

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First look exclusive: Billionaire James Packer's Melbourne apartment play, Maleela Rise, revealed

Sustainability-focused developer <a href="/developers/orosi">OROSI</a> has successfully obtained approval for its boutique Randwick apartment project.

They're now set to demolish the houses at 3-4 Llanfoyst Street, near <a href="/new-apartments/randwick-nsw">Randwick</a>&nbsp;high street, following sign off from the Land and Environment Court to build a four-level development with 11 apartments.

OROSI, who do it all including designing and building the project, said in their design statement submitted to the Randwick City Council that the project is designed to integrate into the site and the locality and reflect the style and design of character provided for in the Councils future vision for the area.

"The context of the area of Randwick is largely characterised by a mix of 2-4 storey multi-unit and two storey dwellings. The building aims to sit comfortably in its context with the front and rear setbacks being mindful of the existing neighbouring buildings.

"The purposed building proposes to use concrete as the primary exterior skin and a brick podium base to further embed the proposal within its context."

They said the project will provide "quality residential housing to suit the local market demand."

Residents will have access to the wellness facilities in the building which will include a&nbsp;sauna, spa, plunge pool, and zen garden.

OROSI has already completed several multi-residential projects in Randwick, including one on Stanly Street, another on Llanfoys Street, and two on Carrington Road.

OROSI ready new Randwick apartment development after court approval

Multi-billion-dollar developer GURNERTM has submitted plans for its 4,651 sqm trophy site at 424-426 St Kilda Road, Melbourne, with a vision to deliver a high-end residential and mixed-use address befitting of the prestigious location.

The developer has submitted plans for around 200 apartments over 19 levels, with a focus on large two, three, four bedroom and two double-storey penthouse offerings, alongside a signature amenity offering.

After a detailed international design competition, GURNERTM appointed the Chicago-based, international architecture firm SOM, in what is the developer’s first collaboration with the architecture firm.

SOM (formerly Skidmore, Ownings, and Merrill LLP) was founded in 1936 with some of its most notable projects including the Burj Khalifa in Dubai and the One World Trade Centre in New York.

The design of 424 St Kilda Road has taken design cues from the rich history of St Kilda Road’s old world mansions through its masonry façade, and will focus on high-end residences with a secret Porte Cochere arrival experience and lobby underground.

Adding value to the regeneration of the St Kilda Road precinct, 424 St Kilda Road will also include a ground floor retail and food and beverage, as well as an extensive wellness offering.

The corner site – which boasts three frontages on the corner of St Kilda Road, Toorak Road and Queens Lane – will offer uninterrupted views over the Royal Botanic Gardens and Domain precinct and Albert Park Lake.

Once complete, the project will boast walkability to Anzac Station, Albert Park Lake, the Royal Botanic Gardens and Fawkner Park, and be in easy proximity to South Yarra’s retail and dining precinct.

Tim Gurner said they&nbsp;are looking forward to shaping such an important corner of Melbourne’s history.

"This site was once the famous Illoura House, which was sadly was demolished many years ago.&nbsp;We will be bringing the corner back to life with an incredible design by SOM that we wanted to be classic, calm and quietly proud to sit in its location, ensuring that it stands the test of time.

“We will be taking the high-end offering to a whole new level after the successful delivery of Saint Moritz which has set tone for our concept at 424 St Kilda Road.”

Gurner's&nbsp;Chief Development Officer Rob Clarke said due to the sites prominent corner position, the building requires a certain elegance in its design and reimagining of its use to unlock not only its value as a significant residential asset, but a design monument in its own right.

“Our vision is to create a series of wellness-led residences that can be amalgamated, customised and completely imagined from the inside out, in line with our clients’ exacting tastes, to create a series of bespoke homes for our discerning clientele."

Burj Khalifa, One World Trade Centre architect to design Gurner's latest Melbourne apartment development

Cadmium Property Group has revealed its upscaled plans for&nbsp;Urbana Precinct Three in Coomera on the Gold Coast.

They've sought to increase the size and density of the four-tower stage, where they now want to deliver 720 apartments at Lot 502&nbsp;Urbana Boulevard Coomera instead of the 608 that was approved by the Gold Coast City Council.

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It means the four <a href="/architects/archidiom">Archidiom</a>-designed buildings will drastically rise in height. They will now be between 16 and 25 levels, the latter 17 levels higher than before. Two of the buildings will be build to rent.

At 100 per cent occupancy of all four towers, the stage will home 1800 residents across 400 two-beds and 320 three-beds.

The stage will include a retail precinct with restaurants, commercial space, a gym, and a medical centre.

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The apartments will sit above four basement levels with around 1,300 parking spaces, around 80 per cent reserved for residents.

There will be 4,350 sqm of total communal recreation space which will incoporate a&nbsp;pool and terrace, play area with table tennis tables, flexible rec space, communal media lounge, communal lounge and dining space, and a co-working office.

The application is the third stage of Cadmium's Urbana development, planned for about 15,200 sqm on the southern part of the total xx masterplan which has street frontages to&nbsp;Foxwell Road&nbsp;and Urbana Boulevard.

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Next stage of Coomera Urban Village upsized

Developer Auriton has secured planning approval for a $100 million mixed-use development project in Melbourne's southeast.

Auriton expect working professionals, investors, retirees, students, and those in the medical field to be the most likely demographics for purchasers of the 144 one, two and three-bedroom apartments in the&nbsp;<a href="/architects/cera-stribley-architects">Cera Stribley</a>-designed building at&nbsp;<a href="/new-apartments/409-clayton-road-clayton">409 Clayton Road</a>.

The Monash City Council granted planning permission for the 11,000 sqm Clayton site, marking a significant milestone for the developer after previously proposed plans faced hurdles.

The initial 17-level proposal was refused by both the council and the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (VCAT) based on community objections, with the council imposing 47 conditions upon approval, aimed at balancing community needs with urban progress.

The development will replace an existing building and petrol station on the site.

The&nbsp;project will encompass a 12-level, part 17-level tower comprising 144 apartments divided into 87 two-bedroom units, 49 one-bedroom units, and eight three-bedroom units.&nbsp;

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Cera Stribley said in its planning documentation submitted to the City of Monash that the design begins with the missed opportunities of the previous scheme.

"Where context was previously ignored, history and geography are thoroughly interogated and embedded into the form.

"Curves are brought in and edges are softened and modularity is introduced to provide depth and articulation. Drawing from the geographical context of Melbourne's 20 million year-old Sandbelt, a building that was previously devoid of context is now formed directly from its natural surroundings.

"Overtime, this sandy substrate has been moulded into the bunkers, fairways and rolling hills of the wider region's golf courses, and now it forms a new offering to the Clayton community. Its soft, delicate forms contrast with the cool, smooth surfaces of the glazing behind, while the integration of soft landscaping into the modular terrace design introduces another layer of texture across the facade."

The development will also house office and retail tenancies, communal spaces, a pool, and various amenities, as well as&nbsp;two social housing apartments.

The 16,055 sqm of floor space will be supported by 147 car parking spaces and 121 bicycle storage spaces.

Construction is set to commence soon, with completion slated for 2027.

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Auriton win approval for Cera Stribley-designed apartment development in Clayton

Luxury apartment developer Central Element has revealed what it intends to do with its prime Bondi Beach site they acquired last year.

The developer, led by Nathan Chivas, has filed plans for seven luxury residences on the amalgamated 2,050 sqm site fronting Sandridge and Wilga streets.

CE paid around $50 million for 20-22 Sandridge Street and 21 Wilga, Street a sloping block which runs down to the Bondi to Coogee walk.

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At the top of the site fronting Sandridge Street there will be two duplex-style homes above a turntable parking system which will offer each residence two parking spaces.

Flipping the traditional home on its head to maximise the ocean views from the living spaces, CE had Brian Meyerson's MHNDUnion position the three bedrooms on the ground level. The master suite, at the rear of the building, will feature a walk through wardrobe, ensuite, and a 35 sqm terrace with a plunge pool and a built-in barbecue and bar space.

Above is the main kitchen living and dining area with&nbsp;over 90 sqm of internal living space and a terrace at either end of the home.

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The other five residence will be located at the other end of the site, divided from the homes by extensive landscaping by Dangar Barin Smith.

The lower ground level of the boutique apartment building will home two 150 sqm, side-by-side apartments with three bedrooms and a 65 sqm terrace with a pool.

The ground level is a 190 sqm unit with three bedrooms, a study space, and a living space which opens to a full width 95 sqm terrace with a spa.

Above will be arguably the most impressive residence of all, a 217 sqm apartment with three bedrooms, a home office that could double up as a second living room, and the same size terrace as below with the best views over the ocean.

MHNDUnion noted in their Design Statement submitted to the Waverley City Council that the sloping terrain offers excellent vantage points showcasing Ben Buckler, Bondi Beach, and Squid Bay to the north and northeast.

"Benefiting from proximity to the vibrant Bondi life, the site is conveniently close to the commercial strip along Bondi Road, and a number of shops, restaurants, and bars including Bondi Iceberg. Additionally, it establishes a more secluded connection with the surroundings, providing access to views in the north/ northeast and the coastal walk on the east."

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They said the architectural design of the residential flat building at the rear adapts to the sloping site by incorporating stepped structures.

"The residential flat building incorporates sculptural blade walls and textured panels on its facade, strategically opening towards the scenic views. In contrast, the houses exhibit a simpler built form with brick details and undercover entries along the building’s sides."

"The proposal will provide a high quality and sympathetic addition to the neighbourhood, whilst offering a variety of housing options for different demographics and living needs."

When speaking to Nathan Chivas late last year, he said when developing in the best locations, you have to create an A-grade product.

“If you find a location and create A-grade product that matches that location, then you know you’ll have strong demand no matter where the property cycle is at,” Chivas says.

He spoke about having to bring a story to life at the top end of the market, whether it's through bringing in heritage or other luxury design element.

"Ultimately these types of developments need to be a cut above the rest. They need to be more than an apartment in a great location. The money demanded by these projects, and the buyers of the projects, demand nothing less."

Read more:&nbsp;<a href="/news/nsw/the-story-behind-central-elements-push-for-ultra-luxury-in-sydneys-best-suburbs-five-minutes-with-managing-director-nathan-chivas">The story behind Central Element's push for ultra-luxury in Sydney's best suburbs: Five minutes with Managing Director Nathan Chivas</a>

First look exclusive: Central Element's ultra-luxe Bondi Beach plans revealed

The Rosehill-Camellia Landowners Alliance (RCLA), a consortium of four major landowners, are looking to the NSW State Government to collaboratively deliver a new $25 billion community on the Rosehill Racecourse and Camellia Town Centre sites.

Set to be delivered by 2050 on the amalgamated 90-hectare site in Western Sydney, the RCLA’s $25 billion vision will unlock access to the Parramatta River waterway with a new ferry wharf, light rail, and Metro stations.&nbsp;

The proposed plan will also see a town centre developed as the heart of 45,000 critically needed new homes which will include affordable housing. Retail, education and commercial space alongside community facilities, public open spaces, and new infrastructure, will make up the precinct.

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RCLA members include Wentworth Properties, Billbergia, Abacus, and the Australian Turf Club.

The plan’s proposed new public spaces include a 350-metre-long beach and opens up an additional 1.5 kilometres of waterfront along the Parramatta River.

Rosehill-Camellia will also catalyse a three-minute economic super-hub in Western Sydney – with residents able to commute within minutes between Westmead, Parramatta and Camellia using the new Metro.&nbsp;

The new public transit and walkable community would be in easy walkable access to the new Metro Station, Parramatta Light Rail stops and a new ferry wharf.

Camellia was once a major industrial precinct, but its role as an employment hub has been in decline since the 1970s, with a 91% decrease in jobs since its 1976 peak.

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“This is a once-in-a-century opportunity to plan strategically for an entire ’city-within-a-city’, while also unlocking access to the riverfront – activating, remediating, and beautifying what is now a former industrial wasteland," Bilbergia Development Director&nbsp;Rick Graf said.

"It will enable Parramatta to fulfil its destiny as a global city alongside Sydney.

“For scale, the combined site is four times larger than Barangaroo and will accommodate 100,000 people, generating over 15,000 jobs.&nbsp;

It will be the largest development in the history of the Central River City and is a total game-changer for Western Sydney."

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Transport infrastructure like Parramatta Light Rail and the Metro West, provides an opportunity to develop a plan that considers the site’s strategic role over the next 50 years.&nbsp;This includes the long-term social infrastructure needed to support the major housing supply and contribute to the status of Central River City.

The Alliance members are calling on the NSW State Government to collaborate with the Landowners and the Council to develop a new and visionary master plan to optimise the amalgamated site. &nbsp;&nbsp;

"We want to ensure international best practices are utilised to leverage the potential for value creation for both the Government and the economy," Graf added.&nbsp;

“The new masterplan needs to be a highest-level collaboration between government and the private sector investors, and must have the best international expertise to crystallise the broader vision."

“This is a once-in-a-century opportunity to plan strategically for an entire ’city-within-a-city’" Bilbergia Development Director Rick Graf said.



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