Inside the amenities at SOL by Walker, Maroochydore’s newest urban community
Walker Corporation’s flagship residential project in Maroochydore isn’t just bringing new apartments to market, it’s embedding a layered amenity into the foundation of a growing city centre.
Currently under construction, SOL by Walker will introduce 248 residences and a two-tiered amenity offering designed to support year-round coastal living across leisure, wellness, and social use.
"SOL by Walker establishes a new standard in apartment quality, seamlessly integrating superior craftsmanship with unmatched comfort," says David Gallant, Chief Executive Officer & Managing Director of Walker Corporation.
The bulk of the facilities are concentrated in a dedicated Level 4 precinct known as The Sanctuary. A 20-metre pool forms the centrepiece of a wellness spine that includes a cold plunge, spa, steam room and sauna. The inclusion of multiple hydrotherapy options is notable, rather than a single-function pool deck, residents are offered a full spectrum of recovery-focused facilities within a single vertical footprint.
A gym with floor-to-ceiling glazing opens directly onto an adjacent outdoor yoga lawn, illustrating the project’s integration of indoor fitness with landscaped open space.
Alongside this, barbecue zones and communal long tables serve a practical social function, complemented by a dedicated vegetable garden for resident use. These aren’t standalone inclusions, they form part of a broader layout that encourages informal gathering across structured and unstructured environments.
At the southern edge of the podium, the Sunset Gardens introduce another typology entirely: an open-air green space designed for low-intensity use. Landscaped mounds, firepits, and shaded seating are arranged to capture afternoon light, while providing spatial separation from the more active areas to the north. It’s a deliberate modulation of pace that’s rare in large-scale residential developments, where amenity zones are often over-programmed.
Further elevation, both literal and figurative, comes via the rooftop Sky Terrace. Here, a second pool, co-working lounge, function room and library are paired with expansive views across the Maroochy River and hinterland. The mix of uses reflects changing resident expectations, with spaces supporting remote work, private events, and casual downtime all within a single rooftop setting.
Retail and dining offerings at street level extend the building’s amenity profile to the broader precinct. The ground floor will host specialty outlets and cafes, while EV charging stations and bike storage serve both residents and public users. This permeability between private and public domains mirrors the project’s role in the Maroochydore City Centre more broadly: not just a housing solution, but a component of civic infrastructure.
As the city prepares for major population and economic growth ahead of the 2032 Games, SOL’s amenity model provides a case study in multi-level, precinct-integrated residential planning. It’s not trying to replicate suburban home features, it’s responding to density with diversity, and backing it with spatial intent.
