Longstanding Gold Coast and Canberra developer <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/morris-property-group">Morris Property Group</a> is continuing to roll on with its Glitter Strip apartment pipeline, seeking to return to Mermaid Beach with a new 68-apartment development.

Morris, founded by Barry Morris in 1978 and one of the Gold Coast’s most prolific apartment developers over the past two decades, has filed plans for a 12-storey mixed-use building at <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/36-seabeach-avenue-mermaid-beach-qld-4218">34-36 Seabeach Avenue</a>, on the prized eastern side of the Gold Coast Highway.

The 1,227 sqm site occupies a prominent corner position at Seabeach Avenue and the Gold Coast Highway, opposite the Mermaid Plaza retail and office precinct and around 140 metres walking distance from the future Mermaid Beach South light rail station.

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/fraser-partners-0">Fraser &amp; Partners</a> has designed the project, which will comprise 68 apartments across a mix of 48 two-bedroom and 20 three-bedroom residences.

The building will rise 12 storeys, reaching a maximum height of 36 metres, with the apartments accounting for a total of 156 bedrooms. The development application also seeks approval for short-term accommodation across the 68 apartments, while two office tenancies are proposed at ground level.

The plans show 108 car spaces across the development, with parking accommodated at ground level and within a three-level basement accessed from Seabeach Avenue.

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Resident amenity will be concentrated on level two, where Fraser &amp; Partners has designed a recreation deck with a swimming pool, 90 sqm pool terrace, outdoor barbecue area and gym.

The broader communal offering will also incorporate landscaped spaces, with the planning documents noting the amenity has been designed to provide areas for recreation, social interaction and outdoor living.

The proposal would continue the transformation of the Gold Coast Highway corridor through Mermaid Beach ahead of the arrival of the light rail.

The site is zoned Neighbourhood Centre and sits within the Mermaid Beach/Broadbeach Light Rail Corridor neighbourhood plan. While the prescribed building height is 24 metres, the site is identified within an Urban Neighbourhood context providing for a 50 per cent height uplift to 36 metres.

Planning documents describe the stretch of the Gold Coast Highway between Broadbeach and Nobby Beach as increasingly characterised by medium and high-rise development, with the proposed Morris tower joining projects including Ventura, The Alfred, Oceans and Otto.

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The development would mark Morris Property Group's latest investment in Mermaid Beach, where it has already delivered two apartment projects.

Otto, at 1 Bondi Avenue on the western side of the Gold Coast Highway, comprises 70 apartments across nine storeys. The project was completed in 2019 and includes a residents' gym, recreation deck and swimming pool.

Morris also developed Oceans at 46 Ocean Street, a nine-storey, 70-apartment build-to-rent development completed in 2019. Oceans was the group's first build-to-rent project and incorporates commercial space at ground level.

The two existing Morris projects sit further north along the same Gold Coast Highway corridor as the proposed Seabeach Avenue development. Fraser &amp; Partners' planning analysis specifically identifies both Otto and Oceans among the established built-form precedents surrounding the site.

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Mermaid Beach represents only part of Morris' considerable Gold Coast footprint.

The family-owned developer has been particularly active in neighbouring Broadbeach, delivering projects including Sierra Grand, Eclipse, Synergy, Qube, Koko, Opus and Malo, while its current pipeline includes Maison and the two-tower Crest development.

Further south, Morris has also developed a string of projects in Burleigh Heads, including Element, Boardwalk and Sandbar, while Essentia expanded its footprint north into Surfers Paradise.

The Seabeach Avenue application has been lodged by PMM Broadbeach Pty Ltd and seeks a development permit for a Material Change of Use for multiple dwellings, short-term accommodation and office uses. Zone Planning Group prepared the planning application, with Fraser &amp; Partners commissioned as architect.

The project comes as the developer continues to expand its Gold Coast pipeline while retaining a significant presence in Canberra. Morris now has more than $2.5 billion of development in its national pipeline and has delivered more than 7,000 homes during its near five-decade history

Joel Robinson

First look: Morris Property Group returns to Mermaid Beach with new Seabeach Avenue apartment development

<a data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/fortis&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1787272340808000&amp;usg=AOvVaw3hvFB2uWTRfEyEcpTSnnK9" href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/fortis" target="_blank">Fortis</a>&nbsp;is continuing its stronghold on Sydn​ey’s eastern suburbs apartment market, launching&nbsp;in September&nbsp;its latest boutique&nbsp;<a data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/double-bay-nsw-2028&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1787272340808000&amp;usg=AOvVaw0GI5S9-wNeiLUnM-d1uYkw" href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/double-bay-nsw-2028" target="_blank">Double Bay</a>&nbsp;development,&nbsp;<a data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/55-william-double-bay-55-william-street-double-bay-nsw-2028&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1787272340808000&amp;usg=AOvVaw2YNouJQcFjiTTgVHbgDLA-" href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/55-william-double-bay-55-william-street-double-bay-nsw-2028" target="_blank">55 William</a>.

55 William presents&nbsp;just eight north-facing&nbsp;two-bedroom, three-bedroom and full-floor&nbsp;residences to the market, priced from $4.5 million.

The upcoming launch comes just weeks after Fortis secured approval for the $80 million development, its third eastern suburbs approval in two months. Construction is already underway, with completion targeted for 2028.

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55 William adds to a growing concentration of Fortis projects in and around Double Bay, a market the developer has become increasingly active in over recent years.

Fortis previously completed the nine-residence Marmont on New South Head Road, while it is currently developing a mixed-use residential and retail project at 12 Cross Street. Its wider Double Bay footprint also extends into commercial and retail development.

The developer's broader Sydney residential pipeline is particularly concentrated across the eastern suburbs, with projects spanning Doub​le Bay, Ro​se Bay, Wo​ollahra, Dar​ling Point, Poi​nt Piper and Eli​zabeth Bay.

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At 55 William, Fortis has again turned to MHN Design Union, the architecture practice behind several of its eastern suburbs projects, while London-based 1508 London has been appointed to handle the interiors and Wyer &amp; Co the landscaping.

The six-level building will comprise a combination of two and three-bedroom apartments, including a garden residence, full-floor apartments, a sub-penthouse and penthouse. Each residence will have secure basement parking and private outdoor space.

A rooftop terrace for all residents, along with select apartments, enjoys views across Double Bay Harbour and toward the Sydney skyline.

Ceiling heights will reach up to three metres&nbsp;in select residences, while the kitchens will feature natural stone and integrated Gaggenau appliances.

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The boutique nature of the project reflects the type of stock Fortis has increasingly targeted across Sydney's eastern suburbs, where larger apartments and smaller buildings are being pitched primarily toward local owner-occupiers and downsizers.

Fortis Group General Manager Ed Eve said the developer continues to see demand from buyers wanting to remain in the eastern suburbs but move into newer, lower-maintenance housing.

“We're seeing continued demand from local owner-occupiers and downsizers looking for high-quality homes that allow them to remain in the eastern suburbs, close to the lifestyle and community they know,” Eve said.

55 William is also one of the early projects to respond directly to the NSW Government's Low and Mid-Rise Housing reforms. Fortis had previously secured approval for just two townhouses on the 599 sqm site before revising the scheme to eight apartments following the planning changes.

Situated one street back from Double Bay's water's edge, the project enjoys an enviable harbourside setting within walking distance of Double Bay Village and the ferry wharf.

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Fortis has increasingly made the eastern suburbs a major focus of its Sydney pipeline. Beyond Double Bay, it recently completed the 14-residence Piper in Point Piper and has projects underway or planned across Rose Bay, Woollahra and Darling Point.

The developer recently secured approval for Verano in Rose Bay, a six-level development comprising 21 two, three and four-bedroom apartments, also designed by MHNDU.

55 William&nbsp;is soon to be release to the market with VIP appointments commencing early September,&nbsp;with residences priced from $4.5 million.

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Fortis continues eastern suburbs push with 55 William launch

UAE-based developer Arada has unveiled plans for a $2 billion twin-tower apartment development in Broadbeach, marking its first move into Queensland as it continues its rapid expansion across Australia.

Arada will develop 952 apartments across two towers on a prominent site opposite the Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre, with the project targeted for completion ahead of the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games.

The project represents Arada's largest commitment to the Australian market since arriving in the country in 2024 and significantly expands a local pipeline that has now grown to eight projects and more than 5,000 homes.

It will also be the first major Queensland project delivered by Roberts Co since the tier-one contractor was acquired by Arada Group in 2025.

Plus Studio has designed the Broadbeach development, which will comprise one, two and three-bedroom apartments across two towers connected by a landscaped podium.

A significant resident amenity offering will include lagoon and lap pools, a gym, sauna and steam room, alongside a mist room, infrared room and salt scrub facilities. Communal terraces, private dining areas, a library, residents' lounge and work-from-home spaces are also planned. Around 1,200 sqm of retail and hospitality space will occupy the ground floor.

The site puts Arada in one of the Gold Coast's most active apartment markets, directly opposite the convention centre and within walking distance of Pacific Fair, The Star Gold Coast and Broadbeach's dining and retail precinct.

It also has immediate access to the Gold Coast light rail network and sits just a few blocks from the beach.

Arada Group Chief Executive Ahmed Alkhoshaibi said Broadbeach represented an opportunity for the developer to expand beyond its initial NSW pipeline.

“Broadbeach is a world-class address that gives us the canvas to create a community of exceptional design and lifestyle quality that genuinely enriches the daily lives of the people who call it home,” Alkhoshaibi said.

“This is our first development outside New South Wales, and it reflects our growing ambition to grow in key urban markets around the country.”

Alkhoshaibi said bringing Roberts Co into the project would give Arada greater control over the development and construction process.

“Delivering this project through Roberts Co, our own tier-one construction business, means we can bring the quality, pace and accountability that our buyers expect.”

The move into Broadbeach comes as Arada accelerates its Australian expansion following its entry into the market two years ago. The developer has assembled a pipeline of eight projects comprising more than 5,000 homes, while the acquisition of Roberts Co last year gave the group its own Australian construction capability.

Globally, Arada has a development portfolio valued at $50 billion comprising more than 55,000 homes across the UAE, United Kingdom and Australia.

The Gold Coast is emerging as the next major market for the developer, with strong population growth and infrastructure spending ahead of the 2032 Games continuing to underpin significant apartment development across the coastal strip.

Arada plots $2 billion Broadbeach towers in major Queensland move

Sydney’s downsizer market is changing, with a growing cohort of buyers prioritising the right home over simply finding a smaller one.

Coronation Property Head of Sales Cam Porter says the traditional idea of downsizing does not necessarily reflect what many buyers are now looking for, particularly those moving from established family homes across Sydney.

Instead, he says they are increasingly becoming “right-sizers”, seeking lower-maintenance homes without sacrificing the space, amenity or quality they have become accustomed to.

“We are increasingly seeing buyers who are not motivated by the idea of simply moving into a smaller property,” Porter says.

“They are right-sizers. They want a home that is easier to manage and better connected, but they still expect generosity, quality and a floorplan that supports the way they live.”

It is a subtle but important distinction in a market where apartment developers are increasingly targeting established owner-occupiers.

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For many of these buyers, moving from a house to an apartment is not driven by a desire to dramatically reduce their living space. Instead, the appeal is in removing some of the maintenance associated with a larger home while retaining generous living areas, storage and enough flexibility to accommodate family and friends.

Coronation’s sales team is seeing buyers place particular importance on natural light, practical storage and additional rooms that can be used as guest bedrooms, home offices or secondary living spaces.

Kitchens and dining areas are also playing an increasingly important role, particularly for buyers who regularly entertain or have children and grandchildren visit.

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“These buyers still want their home to feel generous,” Porter says.

“They may want less maintenance, but they are not looking for less life.”

The challenge for the broader housing market is providing enough of the right stock to encourage that move.

While much of the discussion around Sydney’s housing shortage has centred on the number of homes being delivered, Porter says the diversity of those homes is equally important.

Older homeowners can remain in large family houses for longer when they cannot find an appropriate alternative in the neighbourhoods where they have built their lives.

“The decision is rarely as simple as wanting fewer bedrooms,” Porter says.

“People are weighing up their connection to a neighbourhood, the space they need for family, the quality of the home and whether it will continue to work for them over the long term.”

It also has implications beyond the downsizer market. Providing suitable apartments for smaller households can free up established houses for families who need the additional bedrooms and land, creating greater movement through the housing market.

<h2>Lillian targets the next stage of apartment buyer</h2>

It is a buyer Coronation is targeting at <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/lillian-erskineville-9-metters-street-erskineville-nsw-2043">Lillian</a>, its new collection of apartments, terraces and penthouses at Erskineville Village.

Designed by Silvester Fuller, Lillian has been shaped around larger living spaces, natural light and flexible floorplans, alongside landscaped areas, wellness amenity and communal spaces for residents.

The development will form part of Coronation’s broader Erskineville Village precinct, which will combine new homes with green space, retail, hospitality and new pedestrian connections.

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McPherson Park will sit at the centre of the precinct, creating a significant new green space alongside the project’s retail and hospitality offering.

For Porter, the opportunity is to give buyers another housing option without forcing them to leave the part of Sydney they already know.

“People should be able to change the type of home they live in without having to change their entire life,” he says.

“For many buyers, Lillian offers the opportunity to remain connected to the Inner West and the city, while gaining access to a more convenient, walkable and considered way of living.”

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Coronation will explore the changing <a href="https://lillianresidences.com.au/news/lillian-x-space-x-downsizers-event-27-august/">right-sizer market at an event on August 27</a>, bringing together experts across property, design and lifestyle.

Held in partnership with SPACE, Poliform and Downsizer.com.au, the event will include a property market outlook from economist Michael Blythe alongside discussion around the considerations facing buyers planning their next move.

Attendees will also be able to learn more about the residences and amenity planned at Lillian Erskineville.

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From downsizing to right-sizing: What Sydney buyers want from their next home

Family-owned builder and developer <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/omaya">Omaya</a> is bringing its 27-storey The Maybelle development to market, with the 229-apartment tower rising alongside Ismay Reserve near North Strathfield.

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/the-maybelle-21-parramatta-road-homebush-nsw-2140">The Maybelle</a> will comprise one, two and three-bedroom apartments, with its height providing elevated outlooks towards the Sydney skyline and Harbour Bridge, while other residences will look across neighbouring Ismay Reserve.

Designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/squillace-architects">Squillace Architects</a>, the tower combines its parkside setting with proximity to the established retail, dining and transport amenity around North Strathfield.

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Residences will feature open-plan living spaces and a choice of two interior schemes, while communal amenity is spread across two elevated levels of the building.

Level 8 will be home to the Garden Pavilion, a full-floor resident space incorporating communal entertaining and breakout areas, seating and recreation spaces. Further up the tower, a landscaped Sky Terrace on Level 14 will provide another communal area with panoramic views towards the Harbour Bridge and Sydney skyline.

At ground level, the development sits directly alongside Ismay Reserve, where lawns, walking paths, children's play areas, picnic spaces and recreational facilities extend the green space available immediately around the project.

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The Maybelle is also within walking distance of North Strathfield and the Bakehouse Quarter, which provides a mix of cafés, restaurants, shops and everyday services.

Existing rail and bus services provide connections across Sydney, while the future North Strathfield Metro and access to the M4 will add to the transport options available around the precinct. Walking and cycling routes also extend via Powells Creek towards Sydney Olympic Park and its sporting, entertainment and parkland precincts.

Families are also well positioned for access to a broad selection of established schools and education options across Strathfield and the surrounding Inner West.

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Omaya has operated in Sydney for more than 35 years, managing projects from acquisition and design through to construction and delivery. The family-owned company is both developer and builder of The Maybelle.

Apartments start from $560,000, with the development protected by 10-year Latent Defects Insurance.

Construction is well underway, with completion expected by the end of 2026 and move-in anticipated from Q1 2027.

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The Maybelle brings 27-storey parkside tower to market near North Strathfield

Box Hill

Sydney's north west is booming at the moment as more take to the outskirts of the city.

The development of the Metro train line aided in the growth, with easier connections to the CBD and wider community and major drawcard.&nbsp;

But there's also been a major influx of residential development, not only catering to the demand, but also bringing new residents into the north-western suburbs.&nbsp;

Prominent developers Deicorp have been a major player in the game out west, with the group currently developing both the Hills Showground Precinct in Castle Hill and Tallawong Village just outside of Rouse Hill.

That's where Kellarney Developments are also developing, just outside of Rouse Hill at Box Hill.&nbsp;

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Located on the fringe of the new Box Hill Town Centre, Killarney Ponds will target the family occupier market, with the project located within 15 minutes of 15 different schools and education facilities.&nbsp;

With construction well underway, all of stage one has already been sold out, with the group now selling stage two.

The group have made lifestyle a priority when designing the homes, which feature stylish, modern spaces that&nbsp;extend from the living spaces into common areas, including an array of lobby-style common areas.

There's 62 apartments on offer at Killarney Ponds, with a mix of one, two and three-bedroom apartments spanning from&nbsp;110 sqm through to 170 sqm.

The homes have been designed to maximise on space, with the open plan living spaces flowing seamlessly onto generously-sized balconies and courtyards, taking advantage of the natural connections.&nbsp;

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There's also a collection of just eight townhouses on offer at Killarney Ponds, spanning from&nbsp;140 sqm to 165 sqm, as well as a more premium offering of penthouse apartments in the upper levels of the building.&nbsp;

Penthouse residents will enjoy a private alfresco area, while there's also a larger alfresco area for all residents on the ground floor, in addition to a picnic area, gym and function room.&nbsp;

Prices begin from&nbsp;$549,000 for a one-bedroom apartment, while the two-bedders are priced from&nbsp;$670,000 and three-bedders from&nbsp;$765,000.&nbsp;

Sitecorp are currently construction the development, with completion slated for September this year.&nbsp;

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There's 62 apartments on offer at Killarney Ponds, with a mix of one, two and three-bedroom apartments spanning from 110 sqm through to 170 sqm

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Family-occupiers the target for new Box Hill apartment development, Killarney Ponds

Hickory and CBR Development Group have celebrated the topping out of their Box Hill development, Promenade, an elegant apartment complex and commercial hub in the heart of Box Hill.

Situated in the heart of the suburb, the apartment and commercial hub adds to the already strong presence Hickory has in Box Hill, with their Whitehorse Trio and East Central Tower projects just a short walk away.&nbsp;

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Upon completion, the&nbsp;Peddle Thorpe Architects-designed tower will bring a wealth of new living, retail, and commercial spaces to the booming area, with 199 apartments and 1,200 sqm of commercial space.&nbsp;

Peddle Thorpe designed the build, in partnership with John Patrick Landscape Architects, with the apartments set to encompass hotel-style living areas, fit with European appliances and French gold finishes.&nbsp;

The apartments will also benefit from views of the city, mountains, and Port Phillip Bay.

Complete with a cinema, gym, and sky garden, residents will have access to convenient lifestyle facilities at their fingertips, including a range of retail spaces in the ground lobby.

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Promenade is also just a stone’s throw away from Box Hill Gardens, the central shopping centre, Epworth Eastern Hospital and Box Hill train station.

Managing Director of Hickory,&nbsp;George Abraham, said the group's work with CBR Development Group has allowed for a smooth, efficient construction process with a state-of-the-art result.

“We are beyond thrilled to see the final stages of the project come together and look forward to seeing the impact it has on its users as we create better places for the current and future community of Box Hill," Abraham said.&nbsp;

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Upon completion, the Peddle Thorpe Architects-designed tower will bring a wealth of new living, retail, and commercial spaces to the booming area

Hickory top-out CBR Development's Box Hill apartment project, Promenade

National property developers, WST Property Group has announced the acquisition of a 30.9-hectare site, located at 10-32 Terry Rd Box Hill in the heart of Sydney’s thriving North West growth corridor.&nbsp;

The acquisition is the latest addition to WST Property Group’s master planned communities, with a current pipeline ranging from light industrial to business park and greenfield residential, to retail town centres, with Managing Director, Krenalin Moodley speaking to the thriving nature of Sydney’s North West.&nbsp;

“This is an exciting opportunity for WST to develop quality dwellings for Sydney’s Northwest and to deliver our vision of quality for our customers via master planned communities. The North West is thriving and we believe this project provides a wonderful opportunity for first home buyers and families looking to purchase their own homes,” Moodley said.&nbsp;

The land was sold through Knight Frank, with Head of Investment Sales, Grant Bulpett saying it was one of the largest remaining residential development parcels in northwestern Sydney.&nbsp;

“The sale result underlines the value of Northwestern Sydney as a strong and diverse community and a great place to live, with Box Hill a key emerging precinct with incoming amenities including a hospital and educational facilities,” Bulpett said.&nbsp;

As a result of the rarity of the land parcel, Knight Frank’s Director of Investment Sales , Mark Litwin said the campaign attracted interest from a range of buyers, both locally and internationally, including private family offices in Singapore.&nbsp;

“This is a significant sale in the current macroeconomic environment, demonstrating that there is buyer interest in larger residential sites, particularly in light of the fact that there is still a chronic housing undersupply in Sydney which will lead to stronger demand for homes in the future,” Litwin said.&nbsp;

Located 42 kilometres from the Sydney CBD, the Box Hill site is adjacent to the new Box Hill City Centre and located just a short drive from the Hills of Carmel Shopping Village. In direct proximity to a wealth of public and private healthcare, the location provides easy access to Blacktown Hospital and the future (under development) Rouse Hill Regional Hospital.

The site also falls within proximity to a number of green and open spaces, including Rouse Hill Regional Park, Windsor Beach, Hawkesbury River and Scheyville National Park, while families who take up a parcel of land will be within a short drive to schools, preschools and day care facilities.&nbsp;

For commuters, Rouse Hill Metro and Tallawong Metro stations are located within easy reach of the project, with both stations connecting to the existing Epping to Chatswood railway line, with an extension to the CBD expected to be complete by 2024. Further enhancing transport networks, the Northconnex Tunnel connects the M1 Pacific Motorway at Wahroonga with the M2 Motorway at West Pennant Hills.&nbsp;

Recognised as a rural area on the outskirts of Sydney, Box Hill is rapidly transitioning to an ideal residential area as part of Sydney’s North West growth corridor. Box Hill’s population is forecast to increase 4.6 per cent by 2031 with the majority of growth driven by being part of the North West Growth Corridor.&nbsp;

The suburb is undergoing rezoning from RU2 Rural Landscape to a range of urban zones under the Standard Instrument Template, allowing for retail and commercial development within one town centre and three villages, provision of power, water and sewer infrastructure, and local services.&nbsp;

“Our goal is to deliver our vision of quality master planned communities to our customers that provide a wonderful opportunity for families and first time home buyers looking to purchase homes in locations that offer a range of lifestyle amenities, are close to transport, education and healthcare facilities, and of course, offer affordability,” Moodley said.&nbsp;

“For the WST team, this acquisition is an important part of our future and growth strategy, that allows us to continue our credible, track record of creating and delivering projects that make a positive contribution to the community.”

McCall Community Foundation previously owned the 30.9-hectare parcel, agreeing to sell the surplus land to future proof its work for the next 20 to 50 years. The Foundation will retain 4.74-hectares of land for its existing community facilities and operations, in addition to expanding the depth and breadth of the services it currently provides to the disabled community in the area.&nbsp;

The 30.9 hectare Box Hill site is set to only bolster the group’s already immersive portfolio of masterplanned communities.



WST Property Group acquire 30.9-hectare site in Sydney’s North West

Ensconced in a tranquil, parkside locale, in the heart of Box Hill’s CBD, the final opportunities in Irving Domain are trickling down.&nbsp;

All the three-bedders have already been snapped up in the APH Holdings development, with just one and two-bedroom apartments remaining.&nbsp;

The one-bed, one-bathroom apartments are priced from $487,600, with living spaces over 64 sqm. Buyers can also snap up a two-bed, one-bathroom configuration for $662,500, with floorplans covering over 76 sqm.&nbsp;

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For those looking for a place to park their car and additional floorspace, a selection of two-bedders include two-bathrooms across 94 sqm, and a valuable car space.&nbsp;

The apartments at Irving Domain are meticulously planned to ensure the spaces work to their maximum potential and offer residents a considered and life-enhancing home.

The spaces in each of the apartments are curated to ensure separation and distinction between public, such as living and dining and private, such as bedrooms and bathroom.&nbsp;

Consideration of daily rituals was of the utmost importance during the design process and are celebrated throughout. For instance, a sense of arrival is enhanced by providing a place to store shoes, keys and bags near the front door.

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The palette of finishes is neutral and calm, where less is more. The careful balance of subtlety and indulgence ensure the interior and exterior spaces come together in a seamless and timeless manner.

The site is positioned on the cusp of Box Hill’s urban development where the approach transitions from the bustling Box Hill Central, to the leafy neighbourhood Box Hill Gardens.

The building’s form has been shaped to respond to this context. Curved walls soften the building’s edge and promote visual interest as it shifts upon approach while the materials selected reference and complement the surrounding urban environment.

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Inside the last remaining apartments in Irving Domain

Framed by the bustling Box Hill Central and leafy neighbourhood Box Hill Gardens, Irving Domain is the latest Box Hill apartment project.

Designed to connect to its surroundings, Irving Domain is the work of Sydney-based architects, DKO, which is fronted by founding partners Koos de Keijzer and Zvonko Orsanic.

The multidisciplinary team of more than 200, work across six offices; in Australia, New Zealand and South East Asia, with Irving Domain adding to a versatile and stately portfolio, which includes projects such as, Kingloch Parade in Wantirna, Arkadia in Alexandria and Cookson Street in Melbourne.

Leading the design team on Irving Domain, DKO’s Design Director, Jesse Linardi said something really special about the project was its Box Hill location.

“What I love about this project is its location and relationship to the park, while there’s still a little bit of distance from the centre of Box Hill, so you get the best of both worlds,” he said.

“We really wanted to look at referencing the park and giving a soft response to the site, so the curved nature of the building was really important to us, as it also allowed us to really celebrate the corner as key to the site,” he added.

Linardi said the key for DKO was making the plans of Irving Domain liveable, along with being consistent across both the exterior, and the interior, working hard to create a seamless transition between both.

“We wanted to use a lot of glass to allow a lot of sunlight into the apartments, while also really taking advantage of the orientation towards the park and the views.”

“On the rooftop we have this amazing garden, along with a spa. Internally we have some great spaces as well, which have all been located to maximise the views to the city and the park below.”

DKO’s Director Interiors, Michael Drescher said that when they created the interiors, the focus was on understanding the architectural language of Irving Domain and pulling that through to the interiors.

“When you're inside, you’re understanding what building you're in and when you're outside, you know what the interiors are, and at Irving Domain, it's really, really being considered as part of the project,” Drescher said.

“Everything from the parkland to the architecture, and interiors, there’s that strong story there,” he added. &nbsp;

Stepping into Irving Domain’s lobby, Drescher says residents will get a sense of scale, due to the double height space, which pulls together to create a luxurious space and sense of arrival.

“The inspiration for the interiors for Irving Domain came from the beautiful gardens over the road, which have two native trees, the Honey Gum, and the Silver Eucalyptus.”

“It meant that what we can do with materiality was look at warm timber flooring, timber joinery, reconstituted stones and natural stones, and pull all these materials together to create a beautiful, tactile, warm and cool scheme,” Drescher said.

Irving Domain, developed by APH Holdings, will deliver 104 apartments to the leafy locale upon completion, which is slated for 2024.

The project is set to offer a mix of one, two and three-bedroom apartments, with Linardi noting the change in the property market and the increase in buyers looking to apartment living. &nbsp;

“One of the good things that's happened in the last three or four years is that apartment typologies in Melbourne have matured - people expect a higher level,” he said.

“I think people will be more embracing of high density because of the fact that we've gone down the path of high amenity apartments.”

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Inside the new Box Hill apartment project, Irving Domain

Inspired by the leafy, green parklands that surround Irving Domain, APH Holding engaged Sydney-based architects, DKO to design the 102-apartment project.&nbsp;&nbsp;

There was a surge of sales at the proejct launch last year, with an number of the three-bedroom apartments snapped up.

Urban&#39;s wrapped up the top five reasons buyers have flocked to Irving Domain.

<h2>Parkfront living</h2>

The site is positioned on the cusp of Box Hill&rsquo;s urban development, where the approach transitions from the bustling Box Hill Central, to the leafy neighbourhood Box Hill Gardens.

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Box Hill&rsquo;s celebrated gardens become an extended backyard to Irving Domain, encompassing over 20 acres of space.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Paved walking paths weave through historic gardens, pillowy lawns, canopy trees and newly-developed sports courts, with playgrounds, a duck pond, barbecue and picnic grounds scattered through as well.

&quot;The gardens offer a tranquil green escape for residents and their neighbours,&quot; APH Holding said to the location of Irving Domain.&nbsp;

At Irving Domain, sweeping panoramas take in the neighbouring parkland, Melbourne&nbsp;city skyline&nbsp;and&nbsp;rolling blue contours of the Dandenong Mountain Ranges. Considered architecture maximises orientation to the views through the use of curves, as well as glazed and transparent walls and balustrades. The interiors have been designed to compliment the neighbouring green space, merging with the surrounding vistas&nbsp;merge with magnificent vistas, allowing the milieu to become a part of daily life at Irving Domain.

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&quot;An ever changing spectacle of light and colour spans from the treetops and greenery of Box Hill Gardens to its leafy neighbourhoods and across to the cityscapes beyond.&quot;

<h2>Walk to Box Hill Central</h2>

With parkside living a major factor drawing buyers into Irving Domain, the development also benefits with it&#39;s position on the transition point of Melbourne&#39;s second city.&nbsp;

Box Hill Central sits a mere 550-metres from Irving Domain, with the two-level shopping centre home to over 210 retailers, as well as one of Melbourne&#39;s best Asian fresh food markets.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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At Irving Domain, residents benefit from being able to walk to practically everything.&nbsp;The address earns an impressive 94/100 international walk score. Rated a Walker&rsquo;s Paradise, it is on par with Melbourne&rsquo;s most sought after inner city neighbourhoods.

For commuting further afield, an efficient transit network whisks travellers away in minutes, with connections to the city centre which sits under 10-kilometres away.&nbsp;&nbsp;

<h2>Generous floorplans</h2>

The interiors are designed with attention to how residents will use each space. A mix of one, two and three-bedroom apartments are offered at Irving Domain, conceived with the idea of different lifestyles in mind.&nbsp;

One-bedroom apartments start from around 64 sqm, with the three-bedders spanning 95 sqm.&nbsp;

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Private outdoor rooms and expansive balconies are scaled larger than a conventional apartment plan and protected for use in all seasons, extending each of the homes further.&nbsp;

A thoughtful design approach brings the features of a traditional home, into the realm of apartment living, say APH.&nbsp;

A largesse of space is accentuated by the floor-to-ceiling windows utilise throughout, in addition to&nbsp;the&nbsp;open living zones flowing onto the private balconies where glazed balustrades enhance a seamless connection to the neighbouring open space.&nbsp;

<h2>Rooftop deck and gardens</h2>

Crowning Irving Domain is the rooftop deck, with the large, private outdoor space acting as a reference to the fundamentals of a traditional home.&nbsp;

Designed for all seasons, the retreat inspired rooftop features a raised spa, a fully equipped gym, barbecue facilities, and an alfresco dining space, with pockets of seating scattered amongst green landscaping, surrounded by panoramic vistas of Melbourne&#39;s landscape.&nbsp;

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The seating areas have been separated by leafy architecture and shade trees, creating a sense of privacy between the larger dining space and the smaller, intimate zones.&nbsp;

Select ground floor residences at Irving Domain will also open up to private gardens, further adding to the space of the development.&nbsp;

<h2>Apartments from $482,300</h2>

The thirteen-level building features a broad selection of one, two and three-bedroom apartments, designed by one of Sydney&#39;s most acclaimed architect companies.&nbsp;

DKO designed the&nbsp;residences with a&nbsp;focus on the function of each space and how they&rsquo;ll be used in day-to-day life.

&quot;For instance, a sense of arrival is enhanced by providing a place to store shoes, keys and bags near the front door,&quot; DKO say.&nbsp;

Made for entertaining, the kitchens are light, open and curated to blend with the living and dining areas and provide unhindered outlooks to the surrounding vistas.

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The one-bedroom apartments start at the $482,300 price point, spanning 64 sqm with one-bathroom.&nbsp;

The two-bedders are priced from $662,500, with a mix of floorplans offering one and two-bathroom layouts, as well as a car space in select residences.&nbsp;

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Inspired by the leafy, green parklands that surround Irving Domain, APH Holding engaged Sydney-based architects, DKO to design the 102-apartment project.  

Five reasons to live at Box Hill's Irving Domain apartments

Framed by the bustling Box Hill Central and leafy neighbourhood Box Hill Gardens, Irving Domain, the new Box Hill apartment project, has been designed to connect to its context.

Melbourne developer APH Holding&nbsp;had the&nbsp;dynamic architecture firm&nbsp;DKO design Irving Domain, which will bring&nbsp;102 parkside apartments, along with a host of residential amenity and a ground floor caf&eacute;, to the burgeoning Box Hill area.

The widely recognised practice, inspired by an environment where city-living coexists with nature, designed the apartments to make a conscious yet unassuming contribution to the parkside community. DKO Design Director, Jesse Linardi, noted&nbsp;the importance of how each space will make occupants feel.

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&ldquo;At Irving Domain, the design develops effortless connections with nature and a sophisticated sense of home,&quot; Linardi said.

&ldquo;Standing at 13 stories, Irving Domain will be a welcomed addition to Box Hill&rsquo;s urban edge - its sculptural form contributing to the burgeoning and fast-evolving precinct skyline.&rdquo;

Interfacing with the street and park, the ground floor caf&eacute; has been designed to appear as if it peels away from the sidewalk, with the gesture an added effort to soften the street corners and invite the local community in.

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After stepping through a discreet entrance way from the caf&eacute;, the grand lobby welcomes residents to Irving Domain, incorporating lighting features and layered textures of marble, raked concrete, travertine, and timber. A brushed metal ceiling floats above the space, with bespoke furnishings in honed marble and leather completing the area.

The apartments at Irving Domain have been planned to ensure the spaces work to their maximum potential and offer residents a considered and life-enhancing home, DKO say.

The entry doorway to the apartments has been conceived a separate entity to create a sense of arrival the architects say, featuring a modern version of the hat-and-coat stand, reimagined as a bespoke joinery piece with innovative storage for shoes, coats, accessories and keys, along&nbsp;with smartphone and electrical charging points, serving both a functional purpose as well as being a decorative piece.

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&ldquo;Consideration of daily rituals was of the utmost importance during the design process and are celebrated throughout. For instance, a sense of arrival is enhanced by providing a place to store shoes, keys and bags near the front door.&quot;

Living and dining areas, and the public spaces within the apartments, have been kept separate from the more private, intimate spaces, such as the bedrooms and bathroom, further embracing DKO&#39;s vision.&nbsp;

Each apartment is adjoined with a deeply recessed balcony, which not only offers shade and privacy, but also an extendable living space to the apartments.&nbsp;

The curves and linear details expressed within Irving Domain are inspired by the trees, foliage and flourishing greenery of neighbouring Box Hill Gardens, along with the rolling contours of the mountain ranges.

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&ldquo;To remain relevant and timeless, all excessive decorative elements are replaced by a purity of materials and an authenticity of design that permeates from architecture to interiors,&quot; Linardi&nbsp;added.

&quot;At an elevated and prominent street corner, the building is perfectly attuned with its environment and the residents who will live within.&rdquo;

Subtle geometric patterns are intertwined with the architecture, paired with raw concrete, glazing and bronzed metals. Slender columns balance the expressed concrete slabs, while also framing the nearby park and distant city and mountain views.

Fluted concrete, expressed on the lower levels, adds depth and diversity to the form, with the north-west corner apartments opening to private gardens.

The palette of finishes is neutral and calm at Irving Domain - where less is more &ndash; with the palette choice imposed to create&nbsp;a seamless connection between the interiors and exteriors.

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&ldquo;In a treasured and historical leafy precinct, Irving Domain seeks to provide a highly considered home for its residents,&quot; Linardi said.

&quot;It is a place where they can embrace the connections to nature while enjoying being in the heart of a vibrant dining and business district that effortlessly combines work and pleasure.&quot;

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“In a treasured and historical leafy precinct, Irving Domain seeks to provide a highly considered home for its residents," DKO's Jesse Linardi said.



How DKO designed Irving Domain to connect with nature

MaxCap Group has confirmed it has arranged a $320 million funding facility for the high profile Trio project in Melbourne&rsquo;s Box Hill.

It is being developed by CBD Group with builder Hickory as the construction partner at 845-851 Whitehorse Road.

The towers range from 16 to 38 levels with 427 residential apartments and 128 hotel rooms and senior independent living apartments.

The total GRV of the project is expected to be circa $450M on completion.&nbsp;

&ldquo;This is not only about delivering high quality residential, commercial and hotel accommodation but also outstanding amenity and convenience for residents, hotel guests and commercial tenants alike,&rdquo; said Bill McWilliams, MaxCap Chief Investment officer.

&ldquo;We are delighted that Trio is already well advanced with the project builder Hickory nearing completion of basement works.&rdquo;

Trio will also include a two-level childcare centre, 52 retail units, 45 office suites and 680 car parks.&nbsp;

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&ldquo;This is an extremely well located project in the heart of Box Hill with excellent public transport, and education facilities, in particular high accessibility to Box Hill Hospital and Box Hill TAFE,&rdquo; said Bill McWilliams.&nbsp;

&ldquo;The already strong market demand across all product types reflects the positive positioning of Trio, suited to residential and commercial uses.&nbsp;

&quot;The benefit of having all services within the one development strongly appealed to purchasers.&rdquo;

McWilliams said there was also a reduced pipeline of competing large-scale projects projected in the East of Melbourne over the next 12 &ndash; 24 months.&nbsp;

As one of Melbourne&rsquo;s fastest growing suburbs, Box Hill&rsquo;s population has grown by 18% over the past five years compared with the broader metropolitan Melbourne growth of 12%.&nbsp;

Box Hill Central Activity Centre houses 8,000 residents as at June 2019, with the population forecast to grow to 11,000 by end of 2021.

MaxCap Group has invested more than $12.3bn across more than 450 loans since inception in 2007.

Trio is a mixed-use project comprising three towers

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Trio, Box Hill secures MaxCap funding facility 

R&amp;F Property Australia&#39;s new glass-swathed Box Hill apartm​ent development, Prospect, has topped out it 25th level, on time and on budget, despite a number of external factors contributing to a significant slowdown in the off t​he plan apartment construction space.

The regarded apartment builder, Hutchinson Builders, commenced construction on the $157 million mixed-use tower, which incorporates 194 apartments as well as street-level retail,&nbsp;in January 2020, and are on track to see residents move in in mid-2022.

Vincent Chen, R&amp;F Property Australia General Manager, said Prospect had been designed to provide a solution to post-pandemic demand for residential apartments that allows people to live, work a​ nd play all under the one roof.

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&ldquo;We&rsquo;re excited to see the vision for Prospect coming to life during a challenging time in Victoria&rsquo;s development and construction industry,&rdquo; Chen said.

&ldquo;COVID-19 has highlighted the importance of work/life balance, and buyers now want to live somewhere where they can work, rest and play all under the one roof.

&ldquo;Recognising this demand, we have adapted our original plans for the project&rsquo;s ground-floor commercial space in favour of retail shops and a caf&eacute;, so residents can shop or grab a cup of coffee without having to leave the building.

&ldquo;There are also plans for a co-working space at the podium level that will provide residents with a quiet, convenient place to work or study essentially on their doorstep, a wellness club that comprises of a swimming pool and a gym, and other contemplative spaces and lounges.&rdquo;

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Prospect, at 9&nbsp;Prospect Street,&nbsp;in the heart of one of Melbourne&rsquo;s fastest growing suburbs,&nbsp;is located a short distance from the Box Hill Central Shopping Centre, education precincts, dozens of dining options, and excellent public transport services, including Box Hill Central train station and a tram stop.

Remaining apartments in Prospect start at $459,000, with a range of one, two and three-bedroom apartments available.

R&amp;F Property Australia is also offering buyers a cash rebate of $25,000 for a limited time.

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Eugene Chieng, Director at Hayball Architects, said once completed, Prospect will create a sense of balance and ease of living due to the luxurious design and proximity to conveniences.

&ldquo;Residents are seeking wellness and balance to recalibrate life. The offering at Prospect will cater to a vast majority of buyers seeking this lifestyle which R&amp;F Property Australia and Hayball are committed to delivering,&rdquo; Chieng said.

&ldquo;The &ldquo;butterfly-shaped&rdquo; tower footprint takes advantage of the privileged views with outlook towards the Dandenong Ranges to the east and City views to the west while the slightly tapered profile of the floor plate also subtly allows for the apartments to capture and maximise daylight.

&ldquo;If immediacy and convenience is the new luxury, Prospect has it all at its doorstep. A vertical village where residents inhabit, work near home and have immediate access to daily needs is highly appealing in this inter-covid / post pandemic climate.&rdquo;

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Remaining apartments in Prospect start at $459,000, with a range of one, two and three-bedroom apartments available

Prospect, Box Hill apartment development tops out on time and on budget

The soon-to-be-completed mixed-use Box Hill development, Panorama, will feature two dedicated office levels from UCommune,&nbsp;Asia&rsquo;s largest co-working operator and NASDAQ listed company.

It will be UCommune&#39;s first move in to Australia.

Panorama, the 31-level building developed by&nbsp;Hexa Group, will have 396 apartments and&nbsp;the Hexa Space-UCommune, which will follow the pattern of UCommune&#39;s&nbsp;intelligent agile office ecosystem that provides members with flexible and cost-efficient office space solutions.

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They signed a five-year deal, which will see&nbsp;UCommune provide a broad range of services including the design, operation, management, and marketing of the coworking space.

Panorama, designed by the&nbsp;award-winning design and architecture studio, Peddle Thorp, will also have offices,&nbsp;retail spaces, and eateries on the ground floor.

It is expected to complete construction in December.&nbsp;

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Residents will have access to four&nbsp;rooftop terraces with gardens on levels six, eight, 28 and 29. The gym will also sit on level 28.

Entry to the building is through a modern lobby with&nbsp;light stone and ornate gold chandeliers. It leads to an expansive lounge.

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All apartments feature floor-to-ceiling windows and&nbsp;generously-sized balconies.

Located in the heart of Box Hill&nbsp;as the gateway tower to the suburb, Panorama residents&nbsp;will be within arms reach of a number of&nbsp;restaurants and civic facilities, including&nbsp;Box Hill Central.

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Panorama, designed by the award-winning design and architecture studio, Peddle Thorp, will also have offices, retail spaces, and eateries on the ground floor

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