Fortis files doubles down on Brisbane, files luxury apartment plans on Hamilton's Racecourse Road
National developer Fortis is doubling down in Brisbane, filing plans for two new apartment developments in as many weeks.
Following their plans at New Farm, Fortis, the development arm of Pallas Group, has sought 12 luxury apartments at 53 Racecourse Road, Hamilton.
Positioned on a prominent 1,205sqm corner site, the proposed four-storey development will contribute to the regeneration of the much-loved Brisbane high street.
Designed by Koichi Takada Architects, the project features 12 generously sized two and three-bedroom residences with private basement parking, 528 sqm of ground-floor retail tenancies, and an expansive rooftop terrace for residents. The rooftop will be home to high-end amenities including a resort pool, hot spa, wellness facilities and lush landscaped spaces designed to foster connection and wellbeing.
The architectural response draws inspiration from the area’s heritage, with brick detailing in the façade in tribute to local landmarks such as St Augustine’s Church. Extensive integrated planting will feature throughout the design, from the streetscape edges to planter-lined balconies, creating a strong visual connection to nature across every level of the building.
“This is an important site for Hamilton and Ascot. Racecourse Road is going through a massive revitalisation and we’re proud to be a part of that transformation,” said Dan Boman, General Manager – Queensland, Fortis.
“We’re fortunate to be working with one of the precinct’s most prominent corner sites, offering city and river views and a unique opportunity to create something truly special for the area. Rather than imposing a building onto the site, we’ve taken the time to understand the neighbourhood and create something that fits naturally into its local context.”
The development continues Fortis’ strategic focus on creating high-quality, design-led buildings that enrich communities and leave a lasting legacy. Inspired by successful placemaking initiatives such as Double Bay in Sydney, Fortis is applying the same principles of local integration and elevated living to its Brisbane projects.
This lodgement follows closely after Fortis submitted a DA for its 424 Bowen Terrace project in New Farm, a significant inner-city site set to be transformed into a premium residential offering.
Read more: Fortis files Bowen Terrace, New Farm apartment plans
Joel Robinson
Joel Robinson is the Editor in Chief at Apartments.com.au, where he leads the editorial team and oversees the country’s most comprehensive news coverage dedicated to the off the plan property market. With more than a decade of experience in residential real estate journalism, Joel brings deep insight into Australia’s evolving development landscape.
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