Following the sell-out of its VIII Kirra project near Kirra Beach, developer Devlink Group is moving onto its next project.

The new project, UNIQ Bundall, a collection of 22 architecturally-designed townhouses, is located just across the river from the&nbsp;soon-to be redeveloped Gold Coast Turf Club, which is set to undergo a <a href="/news/qld/inside-the-gold-coast-turf-clubs-370-million-redevelopment-plans">$370 million transformation and become the Sunlight Lifestyle Precinct</a>.

The villas, at 2-4 Waterford Court, will each have three bedrooms, three bathrooms, private lifts, rooftop terraces, and a self-contained multi-purpose room. The waterfront villas will have private plunge pools.

The wider development will feature a communal swimming pool and barbecue facilities.

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Devlink Group Head of Marketing, James Ball, said the project is an opportunity to deliver an incredible addition to the area at a time when the Sunlight Lifestyle Precinct is set to transform Bundall into one of the most in-demand locations on the entire <a href="/developments/gold-coast-qld">Gold Coast</a>.

“Our focus as a business has been developing and delivering boutique townhouse projects in some of the Gold Coast’s most desirable locations just as interest in the area escalates – something we experienced with our Kirra VIII project and now appear to have done again with UNIQ,” Ball said.

“Given the fast-growing population of the <a href="/developments/gold-coast-qld">Gold Coast</a> and the lack of land availability buyers are choosing this type of product as it gives them the opportunity to live in a location that allows for a great lifestyle while providing them the living space, they want with minimal upkeep required. What makes it even more thrilling for us is the fact that our project is situated in a prime area, granting access to two prominent entertainment hubs—the Sunlight Lifestyle Precinct and Home of The Arts (HOTA), while still being only five to 10 minutes’ from the beach.”

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Construction is expected to start at UNIQ Bundall in Q4 2023.

Eric Chen, Head of Business at Devlink Group, said the company would continue to focus on these high-quality projects and work with the <a href="/developments/gold-coast-qld">City of Gold Coast</a> to deliver them as the population of the city continues to grow.

“Providing the city with high-quality projects that increase density whilst not overloading existing infrastructure is very important for the area, this is something that Devlink Group has accomplished since our very inception,” Chen said.

“This project is perfectly pitched in that the high calibre of the design, location, residential amenities and large property size are all highly appealing to buyers targeting the Gold Coast region. We have a proven track record of delivering these projects from inception to completion even throughout the tough times over the last few years, and we are looking forward to delivering the same high results with UNIQ.”

Read more:&nbsp;<a href="/news/qld/city-beat-august-2023-gold-coast-unit-growth-continues-over-winter">City Beat August 2023: Gold Coast unit growth continues over winter</a>

The new project, UNIQ Bundall, a collection of 22 architecturally-designed townhouses, is located just across the river from the soon-to be redeveloped Gold Coast Turf Club

Joel Robinson

First look: Devlink to develop high-end townhomes in Bundall

Frasers Property Australia has officially unveiled its $500 million masterplanned community, The Quarry, in Keperra in Brisbane’s north-west.

The 48.7-hectare hillside precinct is transforming from the Keperra Quarry into <a href="/new-townhouses/the-quarry-by-frasers-property-1004-samford-road-keperra-qld-4054">Brisbane’s most elevated community</a> featuring a mix of home and land sites, Rothelowman-designed terrace home residences, extensive placemaking, and shared resort-style amenity.

Cameron Leggatt, Executive General Manager Development, said the company has spent the past two years undertaking an extensive transformation of the landscape with a focus on placemaking and connectivity.

“This is without doubt one of the most significant urban transformations we’ve undertaken and it’s a challenge we’ve embraced wholeheartedly,” Leggatt said.

“Some of Brisbane’s most celebrated precincts have been transformed from industrial style uses into vibrant urban renewal precincts and <a href="/new-townhouses/the-quarry-by-frasers-property-1004-samford-road-keperra-qld-4054">The Quarry</a> is one of those chapters in that renewal.

“The site’s sculptural setting lends itself to dynamic architecture and landscaping, and we have partnered with an exceptional team of architects, place makers and landscape designers to bring our vision to life.”

Read more:&nbsp;<a href="/news/qld/first-look-exclusive-frasers-plans-revealed-for-keperra-quarry-site">First look exclusive: Frasers plans revealed for Keperra Quarry site</a>

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Located 9.5 kilometres north-west of the <a href="/developments/brisbane-qld">Brisbane CBD</a>, Keperra is an established suburb with pent-up demand for new housing supply due to its proximity to leading schools, healthcare, and major transport infrastructure.

<a href="/new-townhouses/the-quarry-by-frasers-property-1004-samford-road-keperra-qld-4054">The Keperra Quarry</a>, which mines granite, has operated for more than 60 years and will progressively curb operations as the development of the residential stages advance.

Scott Ullman, General Manager Queensland Development, said more than 1,000 people attended The Quarry’s community celebrations on Saturday 8 July to experience the transformation for the first time.

“In the first week since The Quarry launched, we have received more than 450 enquiries and 150 walk-ins to the onsite sales centre for the first land release of 29 home sites,” Ullman said.

“Our sales team are working through the immense volume of interest, and we look forward to providing a further update in the weeks ahead.”

Ullman said homes will be built on elevated platforms up to 170m above sea level, enabling them to capture views overlooking the D’Aguilar Range, Glasshouse Mountains, Moreton Bay and beyond.

“Residents will also enjoy access to ClubQ, the $5 million Rothelowman-designed community recreation centre complete with an entertainer's kitchen, dining room, event spaces, library and work zones,” he said.

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“Other ClubQ amenities include a 25m lap pool with an adjoining sun deck, two additional resort-style walk- in pools with an integrated waterfall and kids splash and play area, and a private wellness centre featuring a fully equipped gymnasium and meditation room."

Ullman said it's not a traditional subdivision.

"More than 40 per cent of the community is dedicated to existing bushland and newly curated green space and resident amenities. ClubQ is the heart, and the residents will own it.”

The landscaping surrounding ClubQ will be woven throughout the site to deliver multiple green areas with outdoor barbecues and nature play spaces, alongside more than 100,000 plants and trees in a true mission towards regeneration.

“Our passion for innovation and creating vibrant communities across Australia has been part of our history for almost 100 years,” he said.

“With this history comes a track record of delivering transformational urban renewal, from the award- winning Hamilton Reach community on the Brisbane River, to Midtown in Macquarie Park in New South Wales, also a former quarry site.”

Land prices at The Quarry start from $580,000.

Frasers has spent the past two years undertaking an extensive transformation of the landscape with a focus on placemaking and connectivity.

Frasers unveil $500 million The Quarry masterplan in Keperra

Crossley &amp; Bourke, the newest apartment development to launch in West Footscray, is offering a bit of something for everyone.

The project, which will have 110 apartments across two symmetrical buildings connected by a sky bridge, caters for every demographic, Bricks &amp; Mortar Director Sahil Bhasin, who is selling the project for developer M Property, says.

He expects first home buyers to be keen on the entry-level, one-bedroom apartments, which start from $455,000, and downsizers to be more focused on the larger two and three-bedroom apartments, the latter of which are priced from $859,000.

Some of the three-bedroom penthouses, with fireplaces and integrated Miele appliances, have extensive private terraces with over 100 sqm of outdoor space.

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"There's something for everyone in Crossley &amp; Bourke," Bhasin says, adding that he is also expecting to be fielding interest from investors for the one and two-bed apartments.

"There's a lot of appeal to both the project and the area which will attract investors," Bhasin said.

He was speaking to the infrastructure upgrades happening in the area, from the $77 million redevelopment of the neighbouring Victoria University Whitten Oval, home of the Western Bulldogs, to the $11 billion Metro tunnel, $6.7 billion Westgate Tunnel, and the new $1.5 billion Footscray Hospital Precinct.

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There's also a vacancy rate of just 1.3 per cent in the area, which has seen compound growth of 8.6 per cent in the last 12 months.

The location will be a big driver for all purchasers, Bhasin says, given the project's proximity to the train station and the popular Barkley Street.

It's a five-minute train to Footscray Markets and Footscray Central's amenity, while just 15 minutes to the Melbourne CBD. There's 10 educational facilities, from childcare through to tertiary and adult education, less than two kilometres from the front door.

Artisan Architects Director John Hair, who designed the project, said the&nbsp;facade speaks to the neighbourhood’s industrial past - exhibiting red brick, concrete and steel.

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"While the overall design blends strong clean lines with multiple parts that combine to form one cohesive whole, inspired by the many facets of the community and its unique character."

Hair says the&nbsp;landscape design brings a layer of greenery that is integrated into the recesses of the façade and the central sky garden is inspired by the traditional village green and central square where the community comes together to socialise and celebrate.

The building is targeting a 8.3 NatHERs rating, with each apartment featuring passive solar design and ventilation through its&nbsp;own self-contained ventilation system that flows directly to the outdoor area, rather than through internal ducts or a complex roof ventilation system, delivering clean, fresh air into the apartment.

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The project is being delivered by M Property, who have already completed demolition on the Cross Street site. Valeo Constructions is handling the build.

The project will feature a wellness centre,&nbsp;which will be taken over by an independent business when the building is completed, around Q4 2024.

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The project, which will have 110 apartments across two symmetrical buildings connected by a sky bridge, caters for every demographic, Bricks & Mortar selling agent Sahil Bhasin says.



Crossley & Bourke apartments launch in West Footscray

Expressions of interest are starting to be taken at Carrington Place, the $850 million Castle Hill masterplan by local developer Ellipse Property Group.

Carrington Place will deliver 771 apartments spread across seven architecturally distinctive buildings designed by Scott Carver. There will be a range of one, two and three-bedroom apartments.

The first stage to be released, Atrium, will comprise 151 apartments within one eight-storey building with rooftop recreational spaces that provide views of the surrounding landscape.

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Atrium will be the gateway to the Carrington Place precinct, embodying the essence of the community’s vision for a sustainable and healthy lifestyle.

PRD Norwest Managing Director, David Inkster, in collaboration with Ellipse Salesteam, said Atrium will be the most premium apartments in Castle Hill.

“With a deep connection to nature immersed in the peaceful bushland of Cattai Creek, Atrium will provide residents with spacious homes featuring two design schemes," Inkster said.

"These will be the most premium apartments in Castle Hill, primely located directly opposite the Hills Showground Metro Station."

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Scott Carver’s Senior Interior Designer, Helen Morrow, says there are two colour palettes at Atrium for buyers to choose from.

"The Tranquil palette is a very calm, neutral environment," Morrow said.

"The Luminous on the other hand is a warmer, more expressive palette and that’s more for energy and rejuvenation so it’s modern, fuss-free, it will allow people to really live their best lives."

Award-winning architecture firms Tony Owen Partners and Stanisic Architects have designed the buildings to immerse with its surrounding natural landscapes while complementing the curve of the tranquil Cattai Creek which runs along the western border of the development.

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Uniquely, the precinct will be home to over 20,000 sqm of outdoor recreational space and lush gardens, conceived by landscape architect, Ross Shepherd, Director of Site Image Landscape Architects, making it one of the greenest masterplanned communities in the Hills district.

“The lifestyle of this precinct is quite a cosmopolitan meets environmental lifestyle. I think it’s a lovely balanced environment for people to enjoy,” Shepherd said.

A key feature of the project will include a one-kilometre boardwalk running the length of the Cattai Creek connecting to Fred Caterson Reserve, a 58-hectare local reserve featuring picnic tables, children’s playgrounds, along with multiple sports facilities.

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Ellipse Property has committed to dedicate over 6500 sqm of the Cattai Creek back to the community in this masterplan.

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Ellipse Property has also collaborated closely with Council on the revegetation management and landscaping of the Cattai Creek Masterplan spanning the Carrington Place site, known locally as ‘The Green Belt’. The area is home to an array of wildlife, flora and fauna, in particular The Powerful Owl, the largest owl on the Australian continent.

Located directly opposite the Hills Showground Metro Station, the development will provide future residents with connectivity to Sydney’s CBD, Chatswood, North Sydney, Macquarie Park and Norwest Business Park. With trains operating every four minutes in peak hour in each direction, residents are offered the highest convenience on Australia’s first driverless railway.

Construction is planned to commence in Q3 2023 with Stage 1 Atrium due for completion in Q3 2025. The entire five-stage precinct is due for completion in 2032.

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The first stage to be released, Atrium, will comprise 151 apartments within one eight-storey building with rooftop recreational spaces that provide views of the surrounding landscape



$850 million Castle Hill masterplan Carrington Place starts selling

As solid demand continues for apartments in Sydney’s north-west, Sekisui House Australia will soon introduce Veue Central (Veue), which will be the tallest and most prominent stage&nbsp;in The Orchards, Sekisui's $1 billion masterplanned community in Norwest.

Veue is located in the heart of The Orchards and will stand across six buildings ranging from 9 to 22 storeys, comprising 583 nature-inspired apartments.

Veue’s VIP release is on 1 July with the official public launch 5 August.

Award winning Crone Architects has created Veue’s residential towers with a vertical green spine complemented by an open landscaped recreational central core, connecting residents to parklands that extend from the eastern part of the site all the way to the creek in the west.

Julian Venning, Principal – Design at Crone Architects, says Veue’s design vision defers to The Orchards’ natural surrounds with residences maximising connection to the landscape and nature.

"The green of the gardens is drawn into the resident experience," Venning said.

"A sense of wellness is promoted in the design within the wonderful natural environment. A place to return to from the fast pace of the city to a garden setting for which Baulkham Hills is renowned.

“The curved form and soft corners of the building allow the towers to be seen in the round continuing greenery up the façade to integrate landscape and built form."

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All apartments have views to the gardens or green edging to their balconies and have floor to ceiling glazing to capture panoramic views to nature. Veue is built around a central garden as a sustainable oasis of wellness encouraging exploration and relaxation.

“Veue is invested in a sustainable future and committed to environmental sustainability, bringing together multiple technologies to lower emissions and energy consumption as well as supporting The Orchards community,” Venning added.

David Lee, Sales Manager, Apartments &amp; Mixed-Use Developments – The Orchards at Sekisui House Australia, expects strong interest from owner occupiers and local downsizers.

“Strong demand is expected in Veue with light-filled apartments boasting splendid uninterrupted northerly views overlooking Castle Hill Country Club, Norwest Lakes to the south and the Blue Mountains to the west," Lee said.

“It is anticipated selective owner occupiers or local downsizers moving from a larger home will purchase the exclusive upper level ‘homes in the sky’, whilst smaller apartment types (one and two-beds) will be popular choices for first home buyers and investors. Apartment configurations with additional rooms or studies will suit buyers who work from home.”

Lee says Veue will be home to state-of-the-art facilities that are unrivalled within Norwest.

"These amenities will be connected through a central open cooking and dining hub that gives parents the opportunity to relax and children the ability to play.”

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Prices start from $840,000 for the one-bedroom apartments, which have up to 76 sqm of internal space. The four-bedroom penthouse, which has over 200 sqm of internal living area, is priced at $3.2 million.

A wellness centre provides a gymnasium and pool connected directly to the garden. Veue residents can entertain up to 100 guests within the adjacent communal function centre for parties and special occasions. A concierge service is also available to service the needs of all residents.

Sekisui House’s vision for The Orchards is to create a world-class sustainable and prosperous community, a place where people want to live, work and enjoy their lives. Inspired by timeless Japanese quality, homes and communities are designed to improve with time and last for generations.

The masterplan, designed by Turner, is spread across five stages. When completed, the community will comprise 1,300 apartments.

The Orchards is located approximately 31 kilometres north-west of Sydney’s CBD and is nestled in Norwest. It is strategically positioned 800 metres from Norwest Metro Train Station and 600 metres from Norwest Marketown as well as Norwest Business Park - currently housing over 30,000 employees.

Construction on Veue is expected to start in 2024.

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Veue is located in the heart of The Orchards and will stand across six buildings ranging from 9 to 22 storeys, comprising 583 nature-inspired apartments

Sekisui reveal Veue Central, the next stage of their $1 billion Norwest masterplan, The Orchards

Mirvac has revealed its latest prestige apartment offering, The Albertine, their next instalment of their high-end developments across Melbourne.

The 2,323 sqm site at 31 Queens Lane, located in the city-fringe St Kilda Road precinct, was acquired by Mirvac in mid-2022 with permit approval.

The $200 million project will see around 100 large-format one, two, three and four-bedroom apartments across 15 storeys. Like Mirvac's portfolio, particularly across their Sydney and Melbourne projects, there's also a high level of amenity for residents.

The sales campaign is set to launch in September.

The Albertine marks Mirvac’s third apartment launch announcement in Victoria in six months, following the successful sales launch of Trielle at Yarra’s Edge and recently announced permit approval of 699 Park Street in Brunswick, illustrating Mirvac’s continued confidence in the Victorian apartment market.

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Mirvac is also preparing to launch MEKKO, its collection of highly sustainable apartments at The Fabric, its future-forward masterplanned community in Altona North.

Mirvac’s General Manager of Residential Victoria, Elysa Anderson, said The Albertine would reflect the quality of the Group’s highly successful apartment projects, The Melburnian on St Kilda Road, and The Eastbourne in East Melbourne.

“Demand for quality, well-designed and constructed apartments remains strong, underpinned by low unemployment, wage growth, the return of overseas migration and scarcity of quality product," Anderson said.

"We recognise Victoria’s historically low apartment pipeline and remain focused on accelerating our supply of apartments that are built for tomorrow.

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“The Mirvac difference, as defined by the quality of our builds, design excellence and diverse amenity, is increasingly valued by our purchasers in the current climate."

Anderson says the launch comes&nbsp;at a time when they are seeing increased appetite from owner-occupiers for lifestyle-focused, well located apartments complete with high-quality amenity.

"Capturing this unmet demand is a significant opportunity for us, particularly with our strong value proposition of delivering exceptionally designed residential apartment buildings in outstanding locations.

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“Distinguished by its boutique size, The Albertine is a new residential landmark for Melbourne and Mirvac’s latest prestige offering, following in the footsteps of our legacy apartment buildings in Victoria."

Mirvac's award-winning design team handled the interiors, while Plus Architecture created a striking facade with sweeping curves and organic forms.

The resident facilities are split across different levels. The Circadian Club will feature an&nbsp;indoor pool and spa, state-of-the-art gym, yoga and pilates studio and sauna, while the&nbsp;Elysian Room on level 10 will be a residents exclusive dining space with sweeping views across Melbourne.

The Cumulus Residences will be located across levels 13 and 14 and have been designed to capture extensive views across the city skyline, Albert Park Lake and Port Phillip Bay through floor-to-ceiling windows.

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Future-ready by design following Mirvac’s amendments to the original permit approval, The Albertine will be fully electric with an average NatHERS energy efficiency rating of 7 stars.

Additional environmentally sustainable design (ESD) features will include water-efficient fittings, fixtures and appliances; communal electric vehicle charging stations; capacity for all parking spaces to upgrade to their own electric vehicle charging point; rainwater tanks and native planting species within the curated landscapes.

“In quintessential Mirvac style, The Albertine is designed to be a future-led and quality-focused building, with careful consideration given to sustainability, in line with our commitment to making a positive environmental impact,” Anderson added.

The Albertine will join Mirvac’s $6.8 billion Victorian residential development pipeline, which includes future planned apartment projects at 699 Park Street alongside Princes Hill, The Fabric at Altona North and Trielle at Yarra’s Edge; following on from the successful completion of iconic apartments at FORME, Folia and Phoenix at Apartments of Tullamore in Doncaster; Voyager at Yarra’s Edge and The Eastbourne’s luxury residences in East Melbourne.

Early construction works are anticipated to commence in late 2023.

The 2,323 sqm site at 31 Queens Lane, located in the city-fringe St Kilda Road precinct, was acquired by Mirvac in mid-2022 with permit approval

Mirvac reveal The Albertine in St Kilda Road precinct

Boutique Melbourne apartment developer PACASA, in collaboration with Cera Stribley Architects, has had quick-fire success at it's recently launched Richmond project, Park House.

There's only 14 apartments and townhouses to choose from in the five-level Church Street building, which sits in a unique pocket at the base of Richmond Hill.&nbsp;Every building to the west of Park House is single-level heritage, so the views back to the city can't be built out.

PACASA Director Stefano Paciocco said that whilst Richmond locals have flocked to the development, it’s also generating significant interest from Melbourne’s upmarket eastern suburbs.

“We’ve had a lot of enquiry from downsizers who live in the likes of Malvern, Glen Iris, Hawthorn, Kew, but the &nbsp;Richmond locals have loved it most.

"They love the area and know what it's about, but they've not really had anything suitable to buy into before Park House."

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Paciocco says buyers have responded to both the project and the location.

"There's higher density to the northern end of Church Street, but we've found a niche on Richmond Hill where buyers know new projects are a rarity."

While Paciocco admits being in the Richmond Hill area comes with its planning challenges, the uniqueness of the product is driving their sales rates to $18,000 per sqm, a figure not often, if ever, seen in Richmond before.

The two-bedroom apartments in Park House are priced at $1.2 million and have nearly 100 sqm of living area. The three-bedroom apartments are priced from $1.65 million. The crowning jewel is the four-bedroom, 396 sqm penthouse. There's also three-bedroom apartments with their own private rooftop terraces with optional spa upgrade.

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The development will be anchored by two commercial spaces, which are likely to home an upmarket hospitality venue or a showroom.

Prominent Melbourne architect Cera Stribley has designed the building, with the brief from PACASA to pay homage to the timeless grandeur of Richmond's Victorian-era architecture, while blending heritage with contemporary living.

"Richmond is known for its Victorian era terrace houses, with rows of narrow sites infilled with brick cottages the common vernacular," the architecture firm said.

"At a streetscape level, these narrow lots have created strong repetition that becomes punctuated with subtle details from the period, such as iron lattice work and arched windows.

"The façade of Park House seeks to borrow from this language, referencing the narrow lots of the area in a façade based around finely gridded proportions. This association is further strengthened using brick as the primary material, complimented with metal details.

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"The Richmond palette is one of brick and urban gardens, with every open space heavily used by the community. The tinted concrete façade seeks to blend into the architecture already in place across Richmond, with planter boxes across the podium offering another layer of character to each apartment and bringing landscape into the otherwise commercial streetscape of bridge road."

PACASA are hoping to start construction on Park House, which is targeting a 7.5 star NatHERS energy rating, later this year.

They already have their sights set on their next project, a similarly boutique block in Collingwood.&nbsp;

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PACASA Director Stefano Paciocco said, while they've had significant interest from Melbourne's eastern suburbs, it's been Richmond locals who have dominated the purchases so far

Locals drive sales at PACASA's recently launched Richmond apartment development, Park House

Developer Sarazin are staking a claim as one of the most prominent developers in the booming Woolloongabba precinct.

Having successfully sold out Silk One, well before Brisbane were announced as the host city for the 2032 Summer Olympics, they've just launched their next Woolloongabba apartment tower.

The development has been called Murcia, given the inspiration for the design was based off the Spanish orchard city, renowned for its relaxed Mediterranean ambiance and lush landscapes.

The HAL Architect-designed tower was crafted so residents could enjoy an all year round alfresco lifestyle, with deep balconies and numerous outdoor amenities.

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Murcia Residences will deliver a collection of one, two, three and four-bedroom apartments, all designed to offer spacious and open plan living.&nbsp;

The generous proportions of the living spaces seamlessly blend indoor and outdoor living, allowing residents to bask in the Queensland climate while enjoying views of the city, the river, and the verdant eastern suburbs.

Residents will have a choice between Terracotta or Clasico colour schemes, meaning each home will be personalised ensuring a bespoke experience.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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Crowning the development will be a suite of residential amenity, including an infinity pool, accompanied by private poolside cabanas and sun lounges.

There will also be a wellness area offering cold and warm magnesium plunge pools, a sauna, steam room and outdoor showers, as well as alfresco private dining and barbecue facilities.&nbsp;

Aside from the luxurious features within Murcia, residents will also benefit from their positioning within East Brisbane.&nbsp;

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A mere 500-metre walk away from&nbsp;Murcia lies the new Cross River Rail Station, slated for completion in early 2025, with the convenient transportation hub se to connect residents to the rest of the city.

Completion on Murcia Residences is slated for March 2026. Prices start from just over $600,000.

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The HAL Architect-designed tower was crafted so residents could enjoy an all year round alfresco lifestyle, with deep balconies and numerous outdoor amenities

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Sarazin launch Murcia Residences in the heart of Woolloongabba's Olympic precinct

A rare opportunity has opened up at Cloverton, the largest masterplanned community currently being developed across the whole of Victoria.

Builder developer Kincaid, who cover everything from developing apartments towers in Melbourne to building houses within new neighbourhoods, are creating just six contemporary townhouses in Stockland's $4.6 billion masterplanned community in Kalkallo, near&nbsp;Donnybrook, 30 kilometres north of Melbourne.

The four-bedroom townhouses offer a fully turnkey solution, and flexible living arrangements to suit guest accomodation and the now essential work from home space.

Kincaid's General Manager of Sales, Jason De Felice, says their experience developing in Ivanhoe, Preston and Kew has influenced their design of the striking townhouses.

"We're trying to bring that level of design to Cloverton and create a point of difference in the community," De Felice says.

"Like every development we do, but particularly in the townhouse space, we always try and step into the mind of the end user. We try and visualize ourselves living in it."

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Kincaid's attention to detail has seen them push the envelope past what's expected in a new townhouse.

"We're giving our residents porcelain tiles over ceramic, 40mm stone in the kitchen compared to the standard 20mm, rainwater showers and high-end tapware.

"They might not seem like major points of difference, but it shows we go to the nth degree for our buyers."

The fact that the property is fully turnkey is something Kincaid pride themselves on. Some developers leave out cooling systems and landscaping, but Kincaid cover everything so they buyer can pick up the keys and live in the home immediately. There's even covering the Community Structure Levy Fee for buyers.

About 3,000 residents already call Cloverton home, with the first phases of infrastructure already complete in the 1,141 hectare development which began back in 2015. That number will grow to over 30,000 in the next three decades.

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Cloverton is remaining true to nature, with 80 hectares of conservation area to be untouched. That's around the size of 11 MCG's.

There's been a significant number of owner-occupiers, from first home buyers and young families to retirees already purchase in Cloverton, however more recently investors are looking at the opportunity due to the area's significant infrastructure pipeline.

There's already the Donnybrook Train Station, which connects Cloverton residents to the Melbourne CBD in 36 minutes, while another train station, and a new village bus network, are also in the works. There's eight proposed schools, a mix of private and government operated, plus tertiary and childcare options.

There is planned for a major shopping centre which will be walking distance from the townhouses.

The townhomes also have an estimated rental of $400 to $420 a week, which would represent a yield of over four per cent. Prices range between $499,000 and $579,000 for the house and land package, with land sizes starting from 174 sqm.

From signing the contract with Kincaid, the build should take around 12 months from when the concrete is first poured.

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Kincaid's attention to detail has seen them push the envelope past what's expected in a new townhouse.

Rare opportunity at Stockland's Cloverton masterplan as Kincaid release exclusive townhouse offering

Brisbane's West End has been experiencing a renaissance of sorts, with a number of developers taking to the sought after riverside enclave in recent times.&nbsp;

Sekisui House Australia are currently in the midst of developing their West Village project which will deliver a number of new apartment buildings to the area, along with a host of retail, dining and recreational amenities.&nbsp;

Joining the ranks in continuing the development of the suburb, development and building group Pradella Developments has unveiled the final phase in their $1.3 billion Montague Markets precinct, releasing Cascade Residences to the market.

Following the success of Stage One, Wave Residences, Cascade Residences, located within Pradella's The Lanes development, presents an array of floorplans, with a collection of one, two and three-bedroom apartments, as well sky homes and penthouses.&nbsp;

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Nestled within the West End Riverside precinct, residents of The Lanes will find themselves immersed in a picturesque setting, with kilometres of green environments, walkways, and bike paths tracing the scenic Brisbane River. The proximity to nature is balanced with access to Brisbane's premier cultural hub and the bustling Brisbane City, ensuring residents can enjoy the best of both worlds.

Designed by the renowned bureau^proberts, the 139-apartment project The Lanes has been crafted to create a blend of functionality and aesthetic appeal.

The interiors of the latest release are spacious, bright, and designed to impress. The balconies take on a fluid shape, which adds a touch of individuality to each residence and also create a seamless connection with the internal living spaces, while the kitchens feature full-height cabinetry that integrates appliances, a breakfast bar, pantry, and plenty of deep drawers for storage.&nbsp;

Residents will have access to an array of amenity within The Lanes, including sculptured gardens, a private dog park, and a rooftop retreat, complete with a wellness centre.&nbsp;

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The crown jewel of the amenities is the infinity edge lagoon pool, which takes in panoramic city views, coupled with a range of indoor and outdoor dining enclaves, which too soak in the expansive views.&nbsp;

Situated in West End's Riverside peninsula, less than three kilometres from the CBD, residents have convenient access to peninsula parklands, riverfront boardwalks, and Brisbane's cultural precinct. The proximity to theatres, farmers markets, renowned restaurants, transportation options, and the CBD ensures that residents are always connected to the vibrant pulse of the city, while families with children will appreciate the proximity to some of Queensland's best schools and universities, with Brisbane State High School located within a 10-minute drive.

Pradella has begun construction on the first stage Wave Residences, with a mix of one, two and three-bedroom residences remaining across both releases.&nbsp;

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Following the success of Stage One, Wave Residences, Cascade presents an array of floorplans, with a collection of one, two and three-bedroom apartments, as well sky homes and penthouses. 

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