Construction is now underway at <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-townhouses/cumulus-grand-villas-carrara-17-baltimore-court-carrara-qld-4211">Cumulus Grand Villas</a> in Carrara, with all stages fully funded as <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/venturecrowd-property-projects">VentureCrowd</a> progresses its 59-residence gated community on an elevated ridgeline overlooking 100 hectares of natural savanna.

The commencement marks a key milestone for the Gold Coast project, designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/bda-architecture">BDA Architecture</a> and being delivered by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/builders/devcon">Devcon Property Group</a>, at a time when buyers are placing greater emphasis on delivery certainty and builder track record.

With Devcon active in South East Queensland since 1993 and having delivered more than 1,000 homes, the team is positioning Cumulus as a fully financed, under-construction offering in a market where risk mitigation has become a central consideration for off-the-plan purchasers.

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Located at 17 Baltimore Court, Cumulus Grand Villas comprises 59 three- and four-bedroom villas across four collections, Skyline, Canopy, Savanna and Broadview. Pricing starts from $1,455,000, with completion of the first stage targeted for Q4 2026.

Across the four collections, each design represents an expansive and thoughtfully considered offering. The Broadview provides additional flexibility within its floorplan, incorporating a multipurpose room or optional additional bedroom, and is priced from $1,895,000.&nbsp;

Configured across two levels, the four-bedroom villas feature two master bedrooms with private ensuites, as well as a multipurpose room (MPR), supporting intergenerational living, guest accommodation, or the creation of a dedicated retreat space.&nbsp;

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The main living areas are positioned on the ground floor, while the bedrooms are located upstairs, a configuration that promotes both family separation and connected living. All villas include a second master suite on the ground floor, reinforcing the project’s focus on flexibility and long-term adaptability.

That adaptability was central to BDA Architecture’s design approach. The team sought to create a sophisticated, low-maintenance product that makes the most of the site’s elevation and outlook while responding to evolving household needs. Expansive glazing, open-plan interiors and private outdoor areas draw in natural light and frame views towards the savanna, hinterland and Broadbeach skyline.

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VentureCrowd Director of Property David Whitting said the project responds to a growing group of buyers reassessing what premium living on the Gold Coast looks like.

Flexible floorplans have proven particularly relevant for purchasers aged between 40 and 65, including next home buyers, downsizers and investors. The inclusion of dual master suites in the Broadview design, along with options for a downstairs MPR or guest bedroom, allows homes to adapt as family dynamics shift, whether accommodating older parents, adult children, or extended stays.

Across the community, villas are specified with European appliances and premium fixtures and fittings, alongside double garages and landscaped private areas. The gated enclave includes number plate recognition entry, reinforcing a focus on security and exclusivity.

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Lifestyle amenity is anchored by the Infinity Terrace, an elevated communal space incorporating a 20m heated pool, alfresco zones and barbecue facilities, designed as a shared retreat within the neighbourhood. A two-acre private nature reserve with walking trails and rehabilitated bushland further integrates the development with its savanna-edge setting, reflecting a broader masterplan initiative to restore native vegetation and habitat corridors.

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/carrara-qld-4211">Carrara</a>’s positioning continues to attract attention from prestige buyers seeking proximity to the coast without beachfront pricing. The suburb offers access to major retail centres including Pacific Fair and Robina Town Centre, is around 15 minutes from Broadbeach, and benefits from connectivity via the M1 to Brisbane and the Gold Coast Airport.

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Joel Robinson

VentureCrowd’s Cumulus Grand Villas in Carrara advances with construction underway

Joint venture partners <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/abadeen">Abadeen</a> and <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/perifa">PERIFA</a> are officially launching the third and final residential stage at their landmark $350 million harbourfront precinct, Putney Wharf, with The Residences representing the final opportunity to secure a new home within this rare waterfront destination.

Strong demand has already been established across the earlier stages of <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/putney-wharf-residences-20-waterview-street-putney-nsw-2112">Putney Wharf</a>, with more than 50 per cent sold ahead of this final release. The Residences will introduce a selection of the precinct’s most premium apartments, many of which were deliberately reserved for this concluding stage.

Located at 20 Waterview Street, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/putney-nsw-2112">Putney</a> NSW, the completed precinct will comprise 67 residences, including 18 terraces and 49 apartments, alongside five retail tenancies and a 36-berth marina.

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Developed alongside partners Phoenix Property Investors and Mitsubishi Estate Asia, Putney Wharf occupies a prized 300-metre stretch of absolute waterfront and incorporates the historic former Halvorsen’s Boatshed. The precinct connects directly to surrounding parklands via a landscaped foreshore walkway and a large, landscaped podium linking both sides of the development to the adjoining foreshore parklands.

The Residences comprise two newly built, three-storey apartment buildings delivering a boutique collection of 30 generously proportioned waterfront apartments. Designed to capture harbour outlooks, natural light and cooling breezes, The Residences balance architectural refinement with relaxed, low-maintenance living.

Architecturally designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/sjb-architects">SJB</a>, the apartments continue the cohesive design language seen across the broader precinct. A refined palette of light and dark materials, softer-toned stone and neutral, earthy finishes reflect the surrounding landscape and harbour setting. Interiors feature painted timber veneers, tactile joinery, timber flooring to living spaces and 100 per cent natural wool carpets in bedrooms, creating warm and sophisticated homes.

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Justin Brown, Executive Chairman and Founder of Abadeen, said the release of the final residential stage marks an important milestone for the project.

“Putney Wharf brings together everything we’ve learned over more than 25 years of development,” Mr Brown said. “It respects the site’s extraordinary maritime history while delivering contemporary homes that connect people directly to the harbour.

The Residences offer the rare combination of low-maintenance apartment living, waterfront outlooks with beautiful sunset views, and the convenience of retail and amenity at your doorstep. For boating enthusiasts, the opportunity to secure a private marina berth completes a truly unique Sydney harbourfront lifestyle.”

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PERIFA Managing Director and Co-Founder Fabrizio Perilli added that the diversity of housing across the precinct has been central to the project’s success.

“Whether it’s the heritage Halvorsen’s apartments, the Waterview Terraces or now The Residences, Putney Wharf offers a range of homes that respond to different lifestyles, all united by an unrivalled harbourfront setting,” Perilli said. “This is a precinct that will add lasting value to the Putney community.”

Managing project marketing and sales, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/project-marketer/srm-residential">SRM Residential</a> Partner Tim Rees said the final release has already attracted strong demand reflecting the project’s unique harbourfront position and the success of earlier stages.

“Following the strong response to both the Halvorsen’s Boatshed residences and the Waterview Terraces, The Residences represent the final chance to secure a new home within this tightly held waterfront precinct,” Rees said. “Buyers are drawn to the rare combination of absolute harbour frontage, parkside living and genuine architectural quality.”

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Putney Wharf is a one-of-a-kind mixed-use destination, delivering an exclusive residential offering alongside waterfront dining, retail and a 36-berth marina designed to the latest Australian Standards, accommodating vessels up to 18 metres and helping address Sydney Harbour’s ongoing marina shortage.

The precinct will include five retail tenancies and a prominent waterfront jetty area fronting the retail village, creating an activated harbourfront destination for residents and visitors alike.

Residents will enjoy direct access to lush harbourfront parklands, a public foreshore walkway and landscaped podium gardens connecting the development to the surrounding waterfront reserve. Construction across the Putney Wharf precinct is expected to be completed by Q2 2027.

Sales of The Residences officially launch this weekend, with the display suite open Saturday and Sunday from 10am to 12pm at Putney Wharf. Visitors are invited to enjoy a complimentary coffee while touring The Residences and experiencing the Putney Wharf lifestyle firsthand.

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Final Harbourfront release in Putney Wharf launches this weekend

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/draycon">Draycon Building</a> is nearing completion of Boutique Chevron Island, a 42-apartment development on the northern end of Chevron Island at 17–19 Parneno Street, with a limited-time offer of fully furnished apartments available.

Now more than 90 per cent complete, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/buildings/boutique-chevron-island-17-19-parneno-chevron-island-qld-4217">Boutique</a> has been shaped by one of the Gold Coast’s most tightly held island addresses, where riverfront outlooks and walkable access to Surfers Paradise converge.

For Draycon Building Managing Director Howard Dabit, the appeal of the site was immediate.

“I knew it was a good site as soon as I saw it,” Dabit said.

“The position and location on the north end of <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/chevron-island-qld-4217">Chevron Island</a>, the way the river swirls around the site basically from the north to the east, it feels like the site is surrounded by the water. The height that we’ve got and the aspect looking north is beautiful. Eighty per cent of the apartments are looking north so they get that drenching sunlight coming in.”

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That northern orientation places the development within a stretch of Chevron Island defined by open river aspects and skyline views, while remaining embedded in the suburb’s established village setting.

Chevron Island has increasingly drawn owner-occupiers seeking centrality without the intensity of high-rise beachfront living. Positioned at the geographical centre of the Gold Coast, the island offers direct access to both the beach and key cultural infrastructure while retaining a neighbourhood-scale character.

Connected by bridge to Surfers Paradise, Chevron Island offers walkable access to beaches, riverfront parklands and a revitalised foreshore boulevard animated by walkers and cyclists throughout the day. The Pacific Ocean is only minutes away, reinforcing the suburb’s dual river-and-surf identity.

At the same time, Thomas Drive forms the spine of the island’s village life, delivering cafés, wine bars, casual dining and everyday services within easy reach. Independent grocers, wellness operators and neighbourhood retailers contribute to a community atmosphere that remains distinct from the vertical scale of the beachfront.

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In the opposite direction, the Green Bridge links directly to HOTA – Home of the Arts – placing galleries, performance venues and parklands within walking distance. Weekly markets and major exhibitions draw visitors from across the region, while residents return to a quieter residential pocket at day’s end.

Public transport, including nearby bus routes and the G:link light rail corridor along the coastal spine, strengthens connectivity north and south. Griffith University, the Gold Coast University Hospital precinct and established private schools such as The Southport School are all within a short drive.

Ongoing investment across Surfers Paradise, HOTA and the broader Southport corridor has elevated amenity while preserving Chevron Island’s comparatively low-rise residential character. It is this balance, walkable village atmosphere paired with metropolitan-scale infrastructure, that continues to differentiate the suburb from higher-density beachfront precincts.

Boutique comprises just 42 residences, designed to maximise river and skyline outlooks within this tightly held island setting.

Boutique Chevron Island is slated for completion in April 2026, with prices starting from $1,220,000.

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Draycon Building’s Boutique Chevron Island places 42 residences at the heart of the Gold Coast

Sydney developer <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/deicorp">Deicorp</a> has secured planning approval for a $300 million residential development in Lindfield, marking the company’s second project on Sydney’s North Shore and its first on the Upper North Shore.

Located on Beaconsfield Parade and designed by DKO Architecture, the state significant development comprises three buildings of up to 10 storeys and will include 399 residences, including 59 affordable homes and 40 adaptable homes.

Residences will range in size from one, two and three bedrooms, with two-bedroom apartments accounting for over 60 per cent of the product make-up. Residents will have access to a broad suite of amenities, including a wellness area, indoor and outdoor recreational spaces, a pool, a gym, a community room and a golf simulator.

In line with Deicorp’s long-standing focus on creating transit-oriented communities, the project is located just 260 metres from the Lindfield Train Station, reinforcing its role in delivering well-connected housing close to established infrastructure, retail and local services.

The inclusion of affordable and adaptable housing supports greater diversity within the local market, while the mix of apartment types responds to demand from downsizers, young professionals and families seeking access to the Upper North Shore.

Deicorp Founder Fouad Deiri OAM said the approval represents an important milestone for both the company and the suburb

“This approval allows us to deliver well-designed homes in a location that is already supported by strong transport and community infrastructure," Deiri said.

"Our focus is on creating places that integrate into their surroundings and provide long-term value for residents, and the broader Lindfield community. Being within walking distance of the station ensures this project supports sustainable growth in the right locations."

Across its portfolio, Deicorp currently has 4,703 apartments under construction, playing a leading role in shaping connected, liveable communities across Sydney.

Its expanding portfolio of Metro-linked developments includes Tallawong Village, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/kings-bay-village-five-dock-53-75-queens-road-five-dock-nsw-2046">Kings Bay Village</a> in Five Dock, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/hyde-metropolitan-sydney-133-141-liverpool-street-sydney-nsw-2000">Hyde Metropolitan</a> in Sydney CBD, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/falcon-alexander-crows-nest-8-alexander-street-crows-nest-nsw-2065">Falcon &amp; Alexander</a> in Crows Nest and Showground Village, Castle Hill.

Deicorp purchased the Beaconsfield Paradise site last year. Construction is scheduled to commence in Q2 of 2026 and will be completed in 2029.

Deicorp expands portfolio to nearly 5,000 apartments with Lindfield project

In a joint venture with The Trump Organization, Australia developer Altus Property Group has announced plans to bring a Trump International Hotel &amp; Tower to the Gold Coast, marking the first Trump-branded project in Australia.

"Trump International Hotel &amp; Tower, Gold Coast is our first official project in Australia and reflects our unwavering commitment to delivering world-class luxury experiences in iconic locations around the world," Eric Trump, Executive Vice President of The Trump Organization, said.

"This development exemplifies the Trump brand’s dedication to quality, sophistication, and unmatched service, and we are thrilled to bring this vision to the vibrant Gold Coast community."

The 91-storey building, which will become the tallest in Australia at 335 metres, will feature a&nbsp;285-room luxury hotel bearing the trademark Trump logo. It will also include 272 luxury residential apartments, a three-level podium with an exclusive Beach Club, and over 3,400 sqm of premium commercial, retail, and dining space, revitalizing the central Surfers Paradise precinct.

“Trump International Hotel &amp; Tower, Gold Coast will be a truly unique offering in the Australian market, bringing the prestige and allure of a world-class luxury brand,"&nbsp;Altus founder and chief executive David Young said.

"Altus Property Group is proud of its track record in delivering landmark developments across Australia, and our expertise ensures this project will be an outstanding success."

Trump Hotel heads for the Gold Coast to become Australia's tallest building

Bensons Property Group

Chevron One, the sky-high tower currently being developed by Bensons Property Group on Chevron Island, has secured the highest price per sqm for an apartment on the Gold Coast.

The four-bedroom apartment, part of the Daylight Sky Homes collection, sold for $9 million to a well-known Sydney family, who intend to make the luxury apartment a local base for their vacations and school holidays. The family also acquired a three-bedroom apartment for family members.

The $9 million sale of apartment 3802 transacted at $25,000 per sqm, topping the previous record of $24,725 per sqm. The four-bedroom apartment spans over 364 sqm.

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Designed by global architecture practice Marchese Partners, the architects behind the iconic Bondi Icebergs, Chevron One Residences is rapidly earning the moniker of being the ‘millionaires’ tower’ with all remaining apartments priced well over $1 million.

The oversized, light-filled residences in Chevron One will feature panoramic views over Surfers Paradise, the Hinterland and beyond. Apartments will be kitted out with&nbsp;decadent fixtures and finishes, including bespoke stone, timber joinery and European appliances by Miele and SubZero.

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Chevron One's super-penthouse is&nbsp;rumoured to have been valued at over $50 million. The double story, crowning jewel of Chevron One will be a Sky Mansion spanning close to 2000 square metres over levels 40 and 41. The super-penthouse is to be retained by Bensons’ Chairman and his wife Colleen, and offers a sky pool, a dozen car parking spaces, and bespoke interiors designed and finished to fastidious standards.

While there are only a very limited number of residences available for purchase at Chevron One, the sub-penthouse is expected to be released in the coming weeks. A leading Gold Coast estate agency has been exclusively appointed to market the whole floor residence, measuring nearly 1000 square meters.

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The offering, which occupies the whole of level 39, is priced at $30 million and features curved floor-to-ceiling windows enveloping the residence, allowing views to be enjoyed from every room.

The residence comprises five entertaining and living spaces, a bar, cellar and wine room, outdoor dining and lounge areas, plus four expansive bedrooms all equipped with ensuites and walk-in-robes. The sub penthouse, known as 1-of-One is expected to be offered to the market in late October 2022.

Chevron One is currently well under construction with established builders ICON Construction, Senior Lender Banner Asset Management, with completion expected in Early 2026.

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The four-bedroom apartment, part of the Daylight Sky Homes collection, sold for $9 million to a well-known Sydney family

Chevron One secures Gold Coast sqm record in $9 million Daylight Sky Home sale

Topping out ceremonies are a time-honoured tradition that signify the successful completion of the structural phase of a project.

For centuries, these ceremonies have celebrated the moment a structure reaches its highest point, marking this milestone of construction and granting the opportunity for the individuals involved in the construction of the project to celebrate the progress made.

Modern day, topping out ceremonies are celebratory affairs that bring together project teams to observe the progress made on site, as well as an opportunity to thank the people involved in erecting the structure.

In June, Bensons Property Group and Hickory celebrated the topping out of Liberty One, Bensons contemporary Footscray apartment development.&nbsp;

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In honour of tradition, tree or sapling branch are still included in these ceremonies. In Liberty One&rsquo;s case, a native gum tree was brought in to honour not only this tradition but pay respect to the traditional land the project stand on.

Rick Curtis, Bensons Property Group Managing Director, said the team&nbsp;are proud to have arrived at this tremendous milestone of topping out the construction of Liberty One at Footscray.

&quot;This ceremony is symbolic in many ways, but is especially importantly it is a celebration of the support provided by all of those involved in the project,&quot; Curtis said.

&quot;It is through their hard work and perseverance that it is successfully moving to completion.

&quot;Liberty One will be a landmark of the inner west of Melbourne that will welcome a lively community of new residents.&rdquo;

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There are sweeping views back to the Melbourne CBD from the Liberty One rooftop, as well as over Flemington Racecourse.

Liberty One rises 24 levels from its Warde Street site, set near the burgeoning Joseph Road precinct, some 12,000 sqm&nbsp;of restaurants, cafes and wine bars, three new parks, yoga studios, gyms and a large-scale commercial supermarket.

Liberty One&nbsp;was designed by&nbsp;CHT Architects, whose&nbsp;design intent was to create a building that reinforces the metaphorical link between the flow of the river and the dynamic culture of&nbsp;Footscray.

Residents are connected to the surrounds both inside and outside of their apartments. Each apartment features floor to ceiling windows, spacious terrace balconies and the latest in smart home technologies.

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Rick Curtis, Bensons Property Group Managing Director, said the team are proud to have arrived at this tremendous milestone of topping out the construction of Liberty One at Footscray

Liberty One, Footscray apartment development, tops out

Benson Property&#39;s completed&nbsp;Ivanhoe apartment development, Chelsworth, showcases a stunning form, shaped to capture CBD and mountain views from its central location&nbsp;in the established north-east suburb.

Just nine kilometres from the CBD, Ivanhoe&rsquo;s leafy streets are home to families and young couples who are looking to embrace the great lifestyle of the surrounding area. &nbsp;

&ldquo;Ivanhoe is home to many established families, while an abundance of amenities, as well as proximity to public transport and major arterials, makes it a popular choice for all ages&rdquo;, Bensons general manager of sales and marketing, Andrew Crichton,&nbsp;says.

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Chelsworth, a collection of just 50 apartments designed by BG Architecture,&nbsp;is ideally positioned to experience the essence of Ivanhoe living, with its close proximity to lush parklands and enviable amenity.

&ldquo;Prestigious educational facilities and family friendly amenities have made Ivanhoe one of the most highly sought-after suburbs in Victoria&rdquo;,&nbsp;Crichton suggests.

Chelsworth is located near the longstanding and highly sought-after schools including the independent&nbsp;Ivanhoe Grammar School and and Ivanhoe Girls Grammar, as well as Alphington&nbsp;Grammar and Marcellin College within close proximity.

Chelsworth also sits near&nbsp;some of Melbourne&rsquo;s most picturesque parklands, such as Chelsworth Park, Ivanhoe Park and Wilson Reserve.

Families of all ages can enjoy walking or cycling along the Main Yarra Trail and Darebin Creek Trail, all in close proximity of this contemporary abode by Bensons Property Group.

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Ivanhoe has been attracting&nbsp;investors in recent years, due to its&nbsp;low vacancy rate of 1.81 per cent and an annual capital growth of six per cent.

The local transport links are too high on a priority list for investors. Chelsworth is ideally&nbsp;positioned for connectivity, located just a short walk from Ivanhoe station and extensive bus routes.

The Eastern Freeway puts the Melbourne CBD a 20-minute drive away, while Westfield Doncaster is just&nbsp;a 10-minute drive.

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Within walking distance is the&nbsp;bustling Upper Heidelberg Road which features a vibrant caf&eacute; culture, top restaurants, boutiques and daily shopping needs.

Chelsworth is at the heart of Ivanhoe&rsquo;s cultural sophistication and enviable amenity, including Ivanhoe Public Golf Course, Ivanhoe Makers Market and the Hatch Contemporary Art Space.

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Chelsworth showcases a stunning form shaped to capture CBD and mountain views, thanks to its great location in Melbourne’s well-regarded north-east suburb of Ivanhoe

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The gateway to Ivanhoe: An overview of Chelsworth apartments by Bensons

The Melbourne developer, Bensons Property Group, had architecture firm BG Architecture design their Ivanhoe apartment development, Chelsworth, to look like a piece of public artwork.

The aim of the&nbsp;contemporary fa&ccedil;ade was to create a&nbsp;grand compliment to the streetscape.

&ldquo;The contemporary fa&ccedil;ade incorporates a public artwork with a landscape motif responding to the character of Ivanhoe&rdquo;, BG Architecture state.

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Warm timbers and a nature-inspired colour scheme flow through the lobby and generous corridors in the development of just 50 apartments, captivating residents with its immediate sense of home.

Each residence has been designed with a classic, neutral palette for residents to add their personal touches to this welcoming space.

In the kitchen, an elegant statement of functionality is set to delight, with quality European appliances, porcelain material, stone benchtops and a concealed fridge upgrade option.

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&ldquo;Kitchens have been designed with the home cook in mind, with functionality and multi-use furniture a key feature to each apartment,&quot; BG Architecture advise.

Luxury finishes extend to the bathrooms with elegant features, including timber vanities, textural mosaic tiles, mirrored cabinets, bespoke shelving, and&nbsp;premium fixtures.

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At Chelsworth, unique floorplans have been designed with functional living in mind, through innovative and dynamic design to enrich the living experience.

Fully furnished display apartments are available for inspection.

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Only two-bedroom residences remain at the development, boasting living spaces with private balconies, expansive interiors and a timeless design

How Chelsworth, Ivanhoe apartments, became a public work of art

Chevron One, set to reign as Chevron Island's only luxury high-rise apartment tower, is about to achieve another level of luxury the Gold Coast hasn't seen before.

The Melbourne-based Bensons Property Group has released its Sky Home collection, starting from levels 31 and rising to level 41, soaring nearly 100 metres in the air. Bensons hadn't released the high-level apartments, but are now seeing&nbsp;high demand in ultra-luxury, large apartments in the sky.

When complete, Chevron One will be the tallest tower on the exclusive island, and the tallest there ever will be, with the Gold Coast City Council two years ago bringing in strict planning laws, limiting future apartment projects to 33 metres, or 12 storeys.

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Crowning the development will be the Gold Coast's largest ever penthouse. The two-level penthouse, spanning levels 40 and 41, will have nearly 2,000 sqm of living space, which will make it around double the next biggest apartment.

That will be retained by Bensons Property Group's Chairman Elias Jreissati.

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“With the project about to enter construction, this sculptural object will maximise the well positioned site and spectacular water views. The design of Chevron One Residences has captured the character of the Gold Coast and will soon become a true icon.” 
- Rick Curtis, Managing Director, Bensons Property Group
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There's the opportunity for the high-end buyer to grab the sub penthouse, which would rank as one of the biggest on the Coast, offering nearly 1,000 sqm of space. That will have five bedrooms, five bathrooms and four car garaging, and is priced at just shy of $25 million. Its size puts it near the now 10-year old Soul penthouse, which recently sold for $15.75 million.

Speaking to Urban, Bensons Property Group sales and marketing manager Andrew Crichton said he's getting a lot of high end enquiry from Sydney and Melbourne, particularly downsizers whose kids have left home.&nbsp;&nbsp;

There's been particular interest from Potts Point, one of Sydney's most affluent suburbs.

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Working with Marchese Partners, the Sky Home floor-plates start from over 130 sqm for the two-bedroom apartments, which are priced from $1.5 million.&nbsp;

There's a number of three and four-bedroom Sky Homes, some spanning half and full-floors. Four-bedroom apartments, with over 360 sqm of living space, are priced from $7.25 million.

Marchese Partners made the view the hero in the design of the tower, with floor-to-ceiling windows and doors out to balconies that offer uninterrupted and never-to-be-built-out views across Surfers Paradise.&nbsp;

The kitchen benchtops will be finished with Calacatta inspired stone, and some will feature a butler's pantry, Sub Zero wine fridges, even dedicated full wine rooms.

Construction is planned to commence in the fourth quarter of 2021.

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There's a number of three and four-bedroom Sky Homes, some spanning half and full-floors

Chevron One adds further level of luxury, with the new Sky Homes release featuring the Gold Coast’s biggest ever penthouse 

Chronicle Armadale is a collection of just 31 three-bedroom residences, located on the dress circle&nbsp;High Street and set&nbsp;in one of Melbourne&rsquo;s most established retail and lifestyle destinations.

Apartment 304 is the last remaining three-bedroom apartment available&nbsp;in the refined development, boasting an intelligent floorplan and flexible spaces.

Delivered by Bensons Property Group, Chronicle has a strong sense of composition, with flexibility and expression.

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&ldquo;From the beginning, Chronicle has been inspired by movement. The same concepts which form classical dance &ndash; grace, poise, strength, tradition, beauty &ndash; have driven us to craft new homes of rare beauty&rdquo;, Bensons&rsquo; Rick Curtis said.

The apartment presents an elegant aesthetic, with the use of sliding panels for flexibility, energy efficient initiatives and stylishly appointed interiors.

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Set over a total area of 116sqm, the third-floor apartment includes two bathrooms, an open-plan living and kitchen, built-in robes and a balcony.

The carefully selected interior palette includes elegant materials and textures inspired by copper and herringbone.

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In the kitchen, integrated Miele appliances are complemented by stone benchtops, a beautiful splashback and fine, 2 pac gloss-finished cabinetry.

Although Melbourne&rsquo;s dining scene is internationally renowned, staying home at Chronicle is also an attractive option, thanks to considered residences, abundant light and a feeling of relaxation.

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Delivered by Bensons Property Group, Chronicle boasts a strong sense of composition, with flexibility and expression

A look inside Apartment 304: The last remaining residence at Armadale’s Chronicle by Bensons Property Group

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Bensons Property Group is hosting a grand opening event this Saturday to launch its latest apartment project, <a href="/buildings/liberty-one-1-warde-street-footscray">Liberty One</a> in Footscray. The event will be held at the project display suite situated at 10 Moreland Street, Footscray from 12pm onwards. 

Visitors to the event will have the chance to win an exclusive helicopter experience at Levantine Hill, including return helicopter flights for 4, 8-course degustation lunch with award winning wines to match, private wine tasting, and gift bag valued at $5000

Located in the heart of Footscray's rapidly-evolving Joseph Road Precinct at 1 Warde Street, the CHT-designed building will rise 24-storeys and comprise 350 apartments with a mix of 1,2 and 3-bedroom configurations on offer, with interiors designed by SORA.

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"Natural light and linear design nous was part of the inspiration for this design. The design is predominantly glass paired with a white façade creating a light airy feel to the building. The subtle use of black in the window detailing creates contrast and brings uniformity to the overall aesthetic.

Communal spaces have been incorporated into this design including a rooftop garden with a fire pit and entertaining area. There is also a cinema for residents to enjoy."

- CHT Architects
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The project will also feature car parking across four basement levels, ensuring Liberty One presents an active street interface, supported by 10 retail tenancies at ground level. At its summit, Liberty One will be crowned with an outdoor rooftop terrace.

<figure><a class="colorbox colorbox-insert-image" href="https://res.cloudinary.com/dz9xllyip/image/fetch/q_auto:good/https://s3-ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/www.urban.com.au/s3fs-public/pictures/article-images/twcr10093_liberty_one_e01_exterior_hero.jpg" rel="gallery-all" title="Bensons Property Group is launching Liberty One this weekend. Image: Bensons Property Group"><img alt="" class="image-article-full-width-580px" height="870" src="/s3/files/styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/twcr10093_liberty_one_e01_exterior_hero.jpg?itok=6fV9qz0s" title="Bensons Property Group is launching Liberty One this weekend. Image: Bensons Property Group" width="580"></a>

<figcaption>Bensons Property Group is launching Liberty One this weekend. Image: Bensons Property Group</figcaption></figure>Liberty One will be joining an estimated 7,000 new dwellings in the Joseph Road Precinct, which is rapidly being transformed from an industrial and manufacturing hub into a thriving inner-city village. The Joseph Road Precinct represents 15 hectares of developable land, bounded by Hopkins Street, the Maribyrnong River and the railway line, which has been identified as a Priority Development Zone in the City of Maribyrnong's Structure Plan for Footscray.

According to Bensons Property Group, residents within Liberty One will benefit from a vibrant village of residential, office, retail and riverside recreation. With  Footscray Station just a short walk away, residents can travel direct  to the CBD in under 8 minutes, while the Maribyrnong River offers respite via it's walking and cycling trails and open space.

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"At its core, it’s all about atmosphere; this is a community of like-minded residents, within an active and connected precinct—with all the benefits that you expect from urban living. At the western gateway to Melbourne, Liberty One creates opportunities for a growing coterie within a secluded village precinct just 5km from Melbourne CBD.

Residents can meet with friends for a drink, draw inspiration from the area’s entrepreneurial business culture, or just absorb the metropolitan lifestyle of Footscray in a café or by the river. These brand-new apartments deliver all the everyday conveniences you could need, right at your front door."

- Bensons Property
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<figure><a class="colorbox colorbox-insert-image" href="https://res.cloudinary.com/dz9xllyip/image/fetch/q_auto:good/https://s3-ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/www.urban.com.au/s3fs-public/pictures/article-images/twcr10093_liberty_one_ia02_rooftop_common_area_lounge.jpg" rel="gallery-all" title="Liberty One's rooftop communal lounge. Image: Bensons Property Group"><img alt="" class="image-article-full-width-580px" height="375" src="/s3/files/styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/twcr10093_liberty_one_ia02_rooftop_common_area_lounge.jpg?itok=Oib04Igx" title="Liberty One's rooftop communal lounge. Image: Bensons Property Group" width="580"></a>

<figcaption>Liberty One's rooftop communal lounge. Image: Bensons Property Group</figcaption></figure><h2>Liberty One Launch Event Details:</h2>

Location: 10 Moreland Street, Footscray

Date: Saturday 30 March

Time: 12-4pm

Activities/entertainment include:

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<li>Display Suite tours</li>
	<li>Complimentary catering by locals "Up In Smoke"</li>
	<li>Complimentary barista coffee, tea, etc</li>
	<li>DJ</li>
	<li>Children’s activities such as face painting and balloon artist</li>
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<figcaption>The interior of Liberty One's display suite. Image: Bensons Property Group</figcaption></figure><h2>Project Details:</h2>

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Address: 1 Warde Street, Footscray 3011</li>
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Developer: Bensons Property Group</li>
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Architect: CHT Architects</li>
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Interior Design: SORA Interiors</li>
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Landscape Architect: Tract</li>
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Bensons Property Group to launch Liberty One project in Footscray this weekend

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The Melbourne residential market has experienced years of unprecedented growth that saw prices peak in November 2017.

Now, after decades of rapid price hikes, the market is starting to self-correct to a level more traditionally akin to a ‘normal’ market, with organic ebbs and flows.

The recent correction, however, has sent waves of concern among buyers and industry commentators alike, with many pronouncing that this might signify the end of the fabled ‘bubble’.

But Australia has seen this many times before, and each time the market bounces back stronger than ever.

After each downturn, of which there have been at least half a dozen since 1980, the market has recovered within a short time and prices have resumed on a steady upward rise.

Seasoned property stalwarts such as Elias Jreissati of Bensons Property Group, and Leonard Teplin from Marshall White Projects have seen it all before, watching as Melbourne’s cyclical market rose and fell countless times over the years.

They say the market has reached real value levels and market fundamentals point to a positive upswing in 2019, meaning now might just be the best time to pounce, and make the most of current conditions while they last.

<h2>What they say...</h2>

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“The apartment market for off-the-plan remains consistent, with enquiry meeting demand through most of 2018 within strong areas of Melbourne. Given the relative affordability of finance for couples, these buyers are happy to invest more, move to stronger areas or purchase bigger apartments. Subsequently our average sale price of an off-the-plan apartment rose to $963,000 this year.

There will always be demand for well-designed and appointed projects within good locations, close to amenities and infrastructure offering carefully considered floorplans that cater to the end buyer’s needs. These basic fundamentals have buoyed Melbourne’s property market and continue to get stronger.”

It’s true that certain sections of the buying market have had to seek alternative methods to access credit, but that hasn’t diminished the appetite for good property. What we’re seeing is a slew of new lenders filling those gaps for first home buyers, downsizers and families who are still looking to buy new apartments or town homes off-the-plan.

Unemployment rates are at record lows, Australia’s GDP went up by 0.7% last quarter and construction and infrastructure investment remains incredibly strong. Buyers are buying and developers that are meeting demand with quality product are selling – there’s no doom and gloom in the wealth belt of Boorondara, Stonnington and Bayside.”

- Leonard Teplin, Director, Marshall White Projects
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“The market will always ebb and flow – the extent of the current softening is highly exaggerated and sensationalised. The Melbourne housing sector had very strong growth for nearly 10 years, it is natural that there will be a slowdown for a while.

The fundamental driver of housing is population growth and it continues unabated. Overseas immigration is still strong, people are still growing up and wanting to move out of home, downsizers are still wanting to downsize and people wanting to own their own home still aspire to do so. These facts never change.

With the mad heat having dissipated from the market, there should be more quality stock available for the discerning purchasers. The thing with property is that if you own it for the long term, it always forgives you and profits you.”

- Elias Jreissati, Group Chairman, Bensons Property Group
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Now is the Time to Buy say Industry Stalwarts

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Melbourne developer Bensons Property Group is spearheading the transformation of Chevron Island, taking to sales the island's first high-rise residential tower.

Sited directly behind the heart of Surfers Paradise, Chevron Island has been earmarked for increased high-density living. To that end, the number of high-rise towers proposed for Chevron Island has mushroomed, although Bensons Property Group will be the first sizeable project to market with Chevron One.

Designed by Marchese Partners, Chevron One is a $230 million project across a 2,627 square metre site that includes 247 apartments.

<figure><a class="colorbox colorbox-insert-image" href="https://res.cloudinary.com/dz9xllyip/image/fetch/q_auto:good/https://s3-ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/www.urban.com.au/s3fs-public/pictures/article-images/image242_1.jpg" rel="gallery-all" title="Chevron One. Image: Bensons Property Group"><img alt="" class="image-article-full-width-580px" height="409" src="/sites/urban.melbourne/files/styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/image242_1.jpg?itok=TtOHAPIe" title="Chevron One. Image: Bensons Property Group" width="580"></a>

<figcaption>Chevron One. Image: Bensons Property Group</figcaption></figure>A <a href="http://www.mediahunt.com.au/bensons-launch-230m-chevron-one-tower/">recent piece</a> published by Media Hunt featured Bensons chairman Elias Jreissati. On Chevron One he said the following:

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We’re seeing the city setting itself up for a golden era of growth and Chevron Island is on the cusp of playing its role in this transformation.

It’s home to a thriving local village, yet it’s close to this amazing and extensive arts precinct on the doorstep of iconic Surfers Paradise. Our proposal is to embrace that village vibe and enhance it further.

Careful consideration has gone into our first development foray outside of Melbourne and the Gold Coast is performing very strongly on the fundamentals of population growth, major infrastructure spending and affordability.

With that in mind, we see Chevron as the first of many Gold Coast apartment developments for Bensons in the coming years.
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<figure><a class="colorbox colorbox-insert-image" href="https://res.cloudinary.com/dz9xllyip/image/fetch/q_auto:good/https://s3-ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/www.urban.com.au/s3fs-public/pictures/article-images/image259_0.jpg" rel="gallery-all" title="New Chevron Island perspectives"><img alt="" class="image-article-full-width-580px" height="649" src="/sites/urban.melbourne/files/styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/image259_0.jpg?itok=x6fMhl7v" title="New Chevron Island perspectives" width="580"></a>

<figcaption>New Chevron Island perspectives</figcaption></figure>With Chevron Island's future heading toward increased higher density living, 11 residential developments of note have identified for the enclave. Combined these projects are capable of adding a further 1,414 apartments to the island.

7 of the 11 projects are considered high-rise; examples include 30-36 Mawarra Street, <a href="/new-apartments/surfers-paradise-qld-4217">166-174 Stanhill Drive</a>, <a href="/new-apartments/surfers-paradise-qld-4217">17-21 Thomas Drive</a> and Brisbane developer Citimark's intended tower at 2-8 Mawarra Street.

More modest apartment projects are also at planning or have been approved. Most recently Marquee Development Partners have sought a planning permit for 266 Stanhill Drive; the BDA Architecture-designed project spans 9 levels and includes 61 apartments.

See below a collection of apartment developments that collectively may well change Chevron Island into a national apartment hot spot.

<figure><a class="colorbox colorbox-insert-image" href="https://res.cloudinary.com/dz9xllyip/image/fetch/q_auto:good/https://s3-ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/www.urban.com.au/s3fs-public/pictures/article-images/image254.jpg" rel="gallery-all" title="Stanhill Drive is in line for another apartment project. Image: BDA Architecture"><img alt="" class="image-article-full-width-580px" height="397" src="/sites/urban.melbourne/files/styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/image254.jpg?itok=KU6uFDCz" title="Stanhill Drive is in line for another apartment project. Image: BDA Architecture" width="580"></a>

<figcaption>Stanhill Drive is in line for another apartment project. Image: BDA Architecture</figcaption></figure>
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Chevron One heralds the beginning of Chevron Island's transformation

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Although applications for substantially tall apartment towers have eased over recent times within City of Stonnington, two current development applications across Prahran and South Yarra represent the next sling of smaller sized towers for the municipality.

A 14 storey apartment building at 10-16 Cecil Place is being sought by Bensons Property Group. The quiet Prahran thoroughfare is eventually expected to be graced by the Fender Katsalidis-designed building that includes 92 dwellings, with the vast majority of those encompassing two bedrooms.

10-16 Cecil Place along with <a href="/buildings/vanguard-781-807-dandenong-road-malvern-east">Vanguard</a> and <a href="/buildings/chronicle-960-high-street-armadale">Chronicle</a> sees a total of 447 dwellings across various stages of development within Stonnington under the Bensons umbrella.

<figure><a class="colorbox colorbox-insert-image" href="https://res.cloudinary.com/dz9xllyip/image/fetch/q_auto:good/https://s3-ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/www.urban.com.au/s3fs-public/pictures/article-images/image6_12.jpg" rel="gallery-all" title="The Cecil Place development as envisaged from Chapel Street. Planning image: Fender Katsalidis"><img alt="" class="image-article-full-width-580px" height="315" src="/sites/urban.melbourne/files/styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/image6_12.jpg?itok=Cf4NyvXg" title="The Cecil Place development as envisaged from Chapel Street. Planning image: Fender Katsalidis" width="580"></a>

<figcaption>The Cecil Place development as envisaged from Chapel Street. Planning image: Fender Katsalidis</figcaption></figure>Replacing a low-rise commercial building which spans the 1,263sqm site, 10-16 Cecil Place's proposal carries an estimated cost of development of just under $21 million.

Existing built form precedents in the immediate area rise to a similar height, with the most notable being Caydon's Troligi development. Set atop four basement levels for 96 vehicles, 10-16 Cecil Place's ground floor will also include a 229sqm food/drink venue and a 127sqm retail outlet.

Fender Katsalidis have taken steps to compliment yet distance the tower from the adjoining property which carries heritage value. Expression lines across the proposed podium facade match the scale of the heritage facade, with a similar degree of density also employed, as opposed to the tower proper's glazed finish.

Whilst 10-16 Cecil Place shapes as a future Bensons project, Vanguard is at construction. With ABD Group enlisted as builder, Vanguard includes 3 basement levels supporting 18 above ground levels and 323 apartments, 2 retail spaces and a gymnasium.

<figure><a class="colorbox colorbox-insert-image" href="https://res.cloudinary.com/dz9xllyip/image/fetch/q_auto:good/https://s3-ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/www.urban.com.au/s3fs-public/pictures/article-images/image45_4.jpg" rel="gallery-all" title="121-123 Commercial Road. Planning image: Elenberg Fraser"><img alt="" class="image-article-full-width-580px" height="363" src="/sites/urban.melbourne/files/styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/image45_4.jpg?itok=4z_y4Chd" title="121-123 Commercial Road. Planning image: Elenberg Fraser" width="580"></a>

<figcaption>121-123 Commercial Road. Planning image: Elenberg Fraser</figcaption></figure>121-123 Commercial Road on the other hand represents Headland Properties' latest foray into the Melbourne apartment market.

Partially sited above the adjacent rail corridor, Headland's proposal includes a ten storey building, with VicTrack and structural engineering specialists having been included during the design stage. In preliminary feedback, City of Stonnington expressed concern about the buildings intended height of 33.8m, which exceeds the preferred height of 18 metres for the area as specified by the proposed Activity Centre Zone overlay.

In its submitted form, the Elenberg Fraser-designed 121-123 Commercial Road includes two retail spaces totalling 267sqm, 80 apartments, 88 car spaces and 42 bicycle spaces at ground level. Key to the design is a large courtyard fronting Commercial Road, which doubles as the building's major design feature.

From a public perspective, 121-123 Commercial Road also includes a new 3m wide proposed public footpath / bike path linking Osborne Street and Balmoral Street that would be maintained by the building's future body corporate.
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