<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/sunland-group">Sunland Group</a> has officially lodged plans for its first Gold Coast apartment project since the departure of the Abedian family from the company three years ago, unveiling a new high-rise proposal for a prominent Broadbeach corner site on Old Burleigh Road.

The application was submitted by an entity directed by Tom Jamieson, stepson of longtime Sunland leader Soheil Abedian, and Riaz Rezvanipour, brother-in-law of Sahba Abedian, Soheil’s son.

Sunland acquired the 1,283 sqm site on the corner of Old Burleigh Road and Armrick Avenue for $9.5 million late last year and is now seeking approval for a <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/99-101-old-burleigh-road-broadbeach-qld-4218">42-storey tower with 81 apartments</a>.

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Designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/contreras-earl-architecture">Contreras Earl Architecture</a>, the proposed tower at 99-101 Old Burleigh Road would deliver a predominantly larger-format apartment mix aimed at the owner-occupier market. Plans include 17 two-bedroom apartments, 55 three-bedroom apartments, and nine four-bedroom residences across 35 residential levels.

The development also incorporates three basement levels, four podium parking levels, two levels of communal recreation facilities, and rooftop plant and equipment. A total of 189 car spaces are proposed, significantly exceeding the 90 spaces required under the planning scheme.

The architecture adopts a sculpted, curvilinear form, with deep wraparound balconies and integrated landscaping intended to soften the tower’s vertical expression. The planning report states the building’s “slender footprint/form provides a complimentary yet varied built form within the local streetscape” and contributes to “a varied, yet ordered skyline.”

Contreras Earl noted in its Architectural Statement that from the early stages, the project addressed a fundamental challenge: how to accommodate the required residential yield while avoiding the conventional model of a tower sitting on a rigid, fully resolved parking podium.

“The most direct response would have been to consolidate parking into a singular, flat podium and extrude a repetitive tower above,” the statement said. “While efficient, this approach would result in a consolidated built form with limited engagement with the surrounding landscape and public realm.”

Instead, the conventional podium model was “deliberately rejected”. The architects described the base of the building as “a landscaped architectural condition where structure, planting and circulation are integrated”.

“Rather than presenting a continuous built mass, the base of the building is articulated through a series of concrete planter elements that organise the podium into a fragmented system,” the statement said. “This approach reduces the perceived bulk of the lower levels while establishing a more permeable interface with the streetscape and adjacent open space.”

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The site sits within the High Density Residential Zone and inside the City of Gold Coast’s unrestricted “HX” building height area, where the planning framework anticipates intensified residential development tied to the expanding light rail corridor. The planning report notes the area is undergoing “transition toward more intense development forms” given its proximity to Broadbeach, Surfers Paradise, and high-frequency public transport infrastructure.

Positioned directly opposite Broadbeach Park and within walking distance of Florida Gardens light rail station, the development would sit among a rapidly evolving stretch of Old Burleigh Road that has become one of the Gold Coast’s most active apartment development corridors.

The application joins a growing pipeline of luxury residential projects reshaping Broadbeach, including nearby developments by 5Point Projects, Polycell, and Graya.

The planning report argues the project contributes toward the Gold Coast’s long-term housing targets under the South East Queensland Regional Plan, which forecasts the need for more than 100,000 additional high-rise dwellings across the city by 2046.

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The Abedian family departed Sunland Group in late 2023, ending a four-decade association with the company, and subsequently established the private development firm Abedian &amp; Co. The group is currently delivering <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/greenmount-residences-cnr-hill-street-and-marine-parade-coolangatta-qld-4225">Greenmount Residences</a> at Rainbow Bay and recently launched <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/18-mary-avenue-14-18-mary-avenue-broadbeach-qld-4218">18 Mary Avenue</a> in Broadbeach.
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Joel Robinson

First look: Sunland Group returns to Broadbeach new apartment market with new Old Burleigh Road tower plans

The Minns Labor Government has established the new Bays West Delivery Authority to lead the development&nbsp;of the Bays West Precinct and Blackwattle Bay Precinct.&nbsp;

The Authority is charged with creating Sydney’s newest precinct, a thriving, connected, sustainable hub with White Bay Power Station as its cultural heart. Its vision is to build on the area’s natural, cultural and industrial history to shape a vibrant new neighbourhood.

The precinct will deliver up to 8,500 well-located homes, including a minimum of 10 per cent affordable and essential worker homes. Combine new housing with public open space, opening public access to the waterfront for the first time in more than 100 years, while retaining important deep-water facilities to support Sydney’s working harbour.

Located just minutes from the Sydney CBD and connected to a world-class metro, ferry, walking and cycling links, the Bays West precinct will rebalance housing growth towards well-serviced inner-city locations and help tackle the state’s housing crisis.

The Bays West Delivery Authority,&nbsp;an agency of the Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure, will report to the NSW Minister for Lands and Property who already has oversight of major precinct renewal projects including at Blackwattle Bay and Barangaroo.

As part of the broader Bays West transformation, the Minns Government recently announced that a proposal from Lendlease to redevelop part of the Bays West Precinct has progressed to Stage 2 of the NSW Government’s unsolicited proposals process.

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The Minns Labor Government has also confirmed the Bays West precinct will have a new suburb name. This will be the first major suburb built in close proximity to Sydney’s CBD in decades and will encompass the area currently being referred to as Bays West, including Glebe Island and the White Bay Power Station. Served by a new Metro station just five minutes from the CBD, it will become one of the most populous suburbs in the Inner West and one of Sydney’s premier cultural destinations.

An early works program is taking shape, which&nbsp;includes the first stages of an international design competition.&nbsp;

The aim of the Bays West&nbsp;International&nbsp;Design Competition is to&nbsp;ensure design excellence is embedded in the project from the start. The competition will deliver an&nbsp;urban framework that defines the character, ambition and long-term identity of&nbsp;this&nbsp;former industrial precinct as it transitions to a vibrant, inclusive and sustainable residential&nbsp;neighbourhood.

The competition will be led by the Bays West Delivery Authority in partnership with Government Architect NSW.&nbsp;

It will launch with an invitation for a global Expressions of Interest, before moving to an invitation-only stage that will be assessed by a panel that&nbsp;will provide advice to Cabinet who will select a winner.

Premier of NSW, Chris Minns said the establishment of the new Authority is the first step in transforming the Bays West precinct into a vibrant, livable suburb minutes from the Sydney CBD and two stops from Hunter St Station on the Metro West line.

“The Authority will deliver well-located homes close to the heart of the city and integrate the new precinct with Blackwattle Bay and the new Sydney Fish Market.

“This is a generational opportunity to build a new suburb on the city’s edge and open the harbour foreshore to the public for the first time in a century.”&nbsp;

Minister for Lands and Property Steve Kamper said the new Bays West Delivery Authority established by the Minns Government will turbocharge the development of Sydney’s newest suburb.

“The Authority is working at a record pace to deliver an international design competition, planning pathways and a financial model so that this development benefits Sydney with well-designed homes in a central location, close to public transport, jobs, entertainment and essential services.

“If we want Sydney to stay liveable and affordable, we need to be bold about using underutilised government-owned land to deliver homes for the future while making sure essential working harbour functions can be accommodated.”

Bays West Delivery Authority established to "turbocharge" Sydney’s newest suburb

Around 400 additional homes could be built at Southwark Grounds on Port Road, lifting total site capacity from 1300 to around 1700 dwellings.

A recently approved code amendment would allow apartment towers of up to 14 storeys in some areas of Renewal SA’s redevelopment of the former West End Brewery.

Renewal SA Acting Chief Executive Shane Wingard said he welcomed the code amendment, with the increase in heights and homes making a positive impact on the supply of high-quality, well-connected housing close to the city.

“By going higher across some parts of Southwark Grounds, we are adding a substantial number of very well-located homes with little impact on project delivery time or planned open space,” Mr Wingard said.

Since the project officially launched in 2025, Mr Wingard said more than 12,000 enquiries had been received about living at Southwark Grounds.

“The very strong early interest we’ve seen since homes were first released in the precinct reinforces our plans to create more housing opportunities,” he said.

The Southwark Grounds code amendment was launched in December last year, with community engagement undertaken over five weeks from January.

It proposed increasing maximum building heights from eight to 14 storeys on the eastern section of Southwark Grounds, and to 12 storeys across the remainder of the site, with minimum building heights ranging from two to four storeys.

The code amendment was implemented through an Early Commencement policy in late January, allowing developers to quickly explore the viability of increased height and housing yield while other planning processes continue.

One of the first developers delivering apartment sites have already finalised redesigns to increase the number of apartments following the code amendment.

Samaras’ development adjacent to the future Colonel Light Park is now planning to deliver 125 apartments across 11 storeys, significantly greater than original plans of around 50 apartments across four storeys.

The developer is also exploring the potential for additional affordable housing outcomes.

Most of the apartments at Southwark Grounds will be delivered within a master-planned precinct on a large parcel of land on the eastern portion of the site, covering around two-thirds of its 8.4 hectares.

Wingard said detailed precinct planning over the coming months may identify further opportunities to increase yield further that could see total apartment numbers at Southwark Grounds, exceed this number.

Affordable homes at Southwark Grounds will also see a net increase, with Renewal SA maintaining its commitment to a minimum of 20 per cent affordable housing across the development.

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Civil works have begun across the site, with construction under way on the first new roads surrounding a townhouse precinct in the south‑west corner of Southwark Grounds. This includes Renewal SA’s 17 Founder’s Row homes, which are on track for completion by Christmas.

“We expect to have people living at Southwark Grounds by the end of the year, so delivering roads and public spaces for those residents is among our highest priorities.”

Construction of 40 townhouses off Anderson Street, known as West Village and being delivered by Contour, is forecast to begin in mid‑2026. Kolabb’s Anderson Lane development will follow shortly after, delivering a further 26 townhouses.

Southwark Grounds is a state government‑led urban renewal project now set to deliver around 1,700 homes over the next decade.

Homes will be supported by a supermarket, a range of retail and hospitality offerings anchored by a revitalised Walkerville Brew Tower, a childcare centre, car parking and well‑connected public spaces.

400 new homes planned for Adelaide's former West End Brewery site

Brisbane developer&nbsp;<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/cavcorp">Cavcorp</a> has lodged plans for a new mixed-use residential development at <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/55-wyandra-street-teneriffe-qld-4005">55 Wyandra Street</a>, Teneriffe, anchored by an 85-metre public laneway designed to reconnect the suburb’s riverfront with the Gasworks precinct.

The buildings, known as Teneriffe House and Teneriffe Lane, would replace the existing Queensland Cotton head office site with a 15-storey residential tower transitioning to eight storeys toward Helen Street. The project has been designed by Plazibat Architects and lodged as a code assessable development application for 93 apartments across a 3,401 sqm mixed-use site within the Newstead and Teneriffe Waterfront neighbourhood plan.

Central to the scheme is the transformation of an existing service easement into a publicly accessible cross-block connection linking Wyandra and Helen Streets. Cavcorp says the new laneway will act as both a pedestrian shortcut and a landscaped civic space between the Teneriffe Riverwalk, ferry terminal, and Gasworks precinct.

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“The revised proposal delivers a legacy public-realm cross-block link, permanently secured for community use, transforming an existing private easement into a safe, high-quality pedestrian connection between the Teneriffe heritage riverwalk and the Gasworks–Long Island precinct,” the planning report states.

The laneway will sit beneath a large subtropical loggia integrated into the podium levels of the development. The design incorporates deep landscaping, water gardens, lobby spaces, business lounges, and ground-floor apartments to create what Cavcorp describes as a climate-responsive “urban verandah.”

The tower itself has been designed as a slender form with recessed floorplates and curved translucent corners inspired by contemporary Japanese architecture. The building height aligns with the Commercial Road precinct controls, which permit towers up to 15 storeys within proximity to Longland Street.

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The project will comprise a mix of larger-format apartments aimed at owner-occupiers, downsizers, and families. The proposed apartment mix includes 11 loggia apartments across the lower levels, 50 four-bedroom Sky-Terrace apartments from levels three to seven, and 32 Sky-Pool Homes occupying the upper tower levels. The Sky-Pool Homes will feature private thermal plunge pools integrated into oversized balconies.

According to the application, the apartments are intended to reinterpret the scale and character of Teneriffe’s woolstore conversions and Queensland homes within a vertical residential format.

“The sky-pool homes build on Cavcorp’s previous projects and introduce a distinct apartment typology to Teneriffe, informed by both local and international precedent and responding to an identified market demand for enhanced safety, space and amenity,” the planning submission notes.

A major focus of the proposal is its five-level wellness and lifestyle offering, extending from the basement through to the rooftop.

Amenities proposed include a rooftop Swim &amp; Racquet Club with a 25-metre Olympic lap pool and tennis court, coworking spaces and libraries, golf simulators, wine storage, concierge facilities, business lounges, pet wash areas, and rooftop longevity-focused wellness spaces with spas, outdoor fitness zones, and landscaped terraces.

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All parking will be concealed within basement levels accessed from Wyandra and Helen Streets. Cavcorp says the deep-basement engineering approach allows the entire ground plane to prioritise landscaping, pedestrian movement, and active frontage rather than vehicle infrastructure.

The development continues Cavcorp’s concentration in Newstead and Teneriffe, where the Brisbane developer has delivered a number of apartment projects including Lucent, Le Bain, and Luminare, as well as the Long Island Wellness Precinct nearby. Several of those projects have received national design and architecture awards, including recognition under Brisbane’s “Buildings that Breathe” program.

Cavcorp unveils wellness-focused Teneriffe House and Teneriffe Lane apartment buildings

Focus Group Investments has lodged plans for a new apartment development at <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/64-70-hanover-street-fitzroy-vic-3065">64–70 Hanover Street</a> in Fitzroy, seeking to utilise the Victorian Government’s recently introduced Great Design Fast Track pathway to accelerate approvals for the project.

The proposal is among the latest developments to emerge through the state-led initiative, which was established to fast-track well-designed residential projects in activity centres and transport-connected inner-city locations. The pathway allows qualifying developments that meet elevated design and housing benchmarks to bypass traditional council planning timeframes and instead be assessed directly by the Department of Transport and Planning.

Designed by SJB, the development will comprise a mix of apartments above activated lower levels, with a strong focus on architectural articulation, landscaping, and communal amenity. The design response seeks to balance the industrial character of Richmond’s former warehouse precincts with a more contemporary residential form.

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Proposed are 63 new dwellings, a wide ranging mix of studio, one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments, and townhouses and duplexes. They will be spread across a part-three, part-eight storey building.

The Planning and Urban Context Report by Tract says the development is of an "exemplary architectural standard" and has been carefully crafted by SJB Architects.

"Dwellings&nbsp;will benefit from excellent access to natural light, cross-ventilation opportunities and extensive communal space," the report noted.

The architectural material highlights the project’s integration of landscaped elements and communal spaces throughout the building. The proposal also incorporates sustainability initiatives aligned with the Victorian Government’s push for higher-performing apartment developments under the fast-track program.

The Great Design Fast Track was unveiled by the Victorian Government in 2024 as part of a broader housing supply strategy aimed at accelerating the delivery of new homes. Projects assessed through the pathway must demonstrate high-quality architecture, sustainability outcomes, and housing diversity while being located close to public transport and existing infrastructure.

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Focus Group, founder and led by Paul De Lutiis, is increasingly active across Melbourne’s inner suburbs, targeting well-connected urban renewal locations suited to medium and higher-density residential development. The Fitzroy proposal continues that strategy, leveraging the area’s strong transport links, established retail amenity, and proximity to the CBD.

Fitzroy has been one of the most popular spots for developers and buyers in recent years. The likes of PACE Development Group, SMA Projects, Crema Group and Chapter Group, currently selling projects in the suburb.

First look: Focus Group Investments taps Victoria’s Great Design Fast Track for Fitzroy apartments

Brisbane

The Sydney-based property developer&nbsp;Pyco Group&nbsp;has received approval for their latest residential project&nbsp;in Brisbane&rsquo;s inner north-east.

The 47 sub-tropical townhouse project, Nouveau Albion, is the latest on the group&rsquo;s thriving list, adding to the already $130 million projects currently underway across Brisbane and Sydney.

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Render of the soon to launch Nouveau Albion apartments. Credit: Renderhouse

Having previously worked together on&nbsp;The Bailey project, DAH Architecture has again been tasked with handling the designs of the three-bedroom, double storey-residences, with the fully cross-ventilated homes revelling in split level living arrangements.

&nbsp;&ldquo;A modern take on the classic Queenslander, Nouveau represents an entirely new type of apartment living for those who value room to move&mdash;in one of the city&rsquo;s most exciting urban playgrounds,&rdquo;&nbsp;Pyco note about the project.

Pyco has a number of residential developments cropping up around the Brisbane area, including the currently under-construction West End project, The Bailey, which comprises 26 luxury boutique, two and three-bedroom apartments, with only a selection of three-bedroom residences remaining.

The group also plan to deliver another 36 residences to West End, with plans put forward to develop on a site on Vulture Street.

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Nouveau Albion is the latest on the group’s thriving list, adding to the already $130 million projects currently underway across Brisbane and Sydney

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Pyco Group to launch Brisbane development after Nouveau Albion townhouse approval

The latest Queens Wharf Tower is taking Queensland’s sales records to new heights, with over 90 per cent of the apartments already sold after launching just four weeks ago.

Since mid-2020, when Far East Consortium’s, Queen's Wharf Residences apartments flew off the shelves, prospective buyers in the $3.6 billion Queen's Wharf precinct on the Brisbane River have been awaiting another opportunity.

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The fifth and tallest tower in the Queens Wharf devel​opment has been as equally successful as its predecessor, securing in sales with 778 of the 819 apartments&nbsp;since launch.

Managing Director YPM Group, Bryce O’Connor recently noted the success as a sales outcome not reached previously by any building of this scale in Queensland with over 9000 enquires, 1100 appointments and more than $820 million in sales.

The 71-level tower, which will soar 250 metres in to the sky, making it the sixth highest tower in the Queensland capital, will home 819 one, two and three-bedroom apartments, as well as a handful of exclusive penthouses upon completion.

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The tower is in its final release stage, offering three-bedroom Diamond Residences, which were brought forward by the group due to the overwhelming demand.

Occupying levels 49 through to 70, the Diamond Residences are amongst the most exclusive residences within Queen’s Wharf, benefiting from bespoke finishes, luxury appliances, and unrivalled views.

Gaggenau appliances, natural stone benchtops and feature 2Pac joinery are all standard in the residences, complemented by versatile outdoor living spaces, featuring lift and tilt windows to extend the expansive alfresco areas.

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Sitting on the corner of Margaret and William Street, apartments in Queen's Wharf Tower are designed by&nbsp;<a href="/architects/cottee-parker-architects" target="_blank">Cottee Parker</a>, taking advantage of city, Botanic Gardens, or river views.

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The fifth and tallest tower in the Queens Wharf development has hit the ground running, surging in sales with 778 of the 819 apartments snapped up since launching.



Queens Wharf Tower achieves over $820 million in sales after just four weeks on the market

The national property developer RG Property have lodged plans for a 15-storey residential tower in the heart of the buzzing Fortitude Valley.

The base of the tower, proposed for&nbsp;36 Warry Street, is weaved into the existing heritage fabric that occupies the site, blending in between the buildings of Keating’s Bread Factory, which was established back in 1879 before becoming one of the major bread making companies in Brisbane.

Designed by Blight Rayner, the Warry St development will comprise a total 118 apartments, with a mix of one, two, three and four-bedroom residences.

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View of the proposed development from Kennigo Street. Credit: Blight Rayner

The ground level concept is to integrate the heritage buildings with the new built environment by linking them into a pedestrian laneway activated by food and retail outlets, forming the heart of the development.

“Initially, the historic buildings are intended to retain their predominantly office uses but over time, they may gradually change to retail and dining uses once the laneway gains a reputation as a hub of day and night life in Spring Hill,” said Blight Rayner in their development documents.&nbsp;

“The strategy for integrating new and old is twofold. One, by way of matching podium scale and two, by using a contemporary version of the heritage material palette, seeking not to imitate but add a new complimentary layer to the old,” they added.

Level one will home a yoga/pilates terrace along with a gym, which will overlook the bustling streetscape, in addition to three apartments that open out on to surrounding gardens.

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Elevated view above Warry St. Credit: Blight Rayner

Four vertical gardens, one on each side, are planned to enable vines to drape down each level and to grow laterally onto adjoining screens on the street-facing elevations.

Designed with the owner-occupier in mind, apartments offer a variety of layouts and floorplans, catering to differing living and lifestyles.

Large balconies are provided to all apartments and depending upon their orientation, balconies are variously open or screened.

The balconies provide depth to the three-dimensional form creating articulation around all sides, generally positioned on the corners of the building, giving two-way views as well as softening the built form.

“The typical apartment floors are accessed by an L-shaped corridor that opens up to gardens at each end and is naturally ventilated. The layout enables the majority of apartment balconies to occupy corners to optimise both outlook and aspect."

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Elevated view above the existing heritage building. Credit: Blight Rayner

Two penthouse levels provide larger apartments on the southern side of the tower, while creating a distinctive top to the built form.

Crowning the tower will be an expansive roof garden and swimming pool, with the intent that plants will drape over each edge and be highly visible from the streets and afar. The gardens will also screen the plant enclosure and surround a large barbecue plaza for its solar protection, reinforced by a lightweight, open pergola structure

The site has relatively good access to buses and Fortitude Valley Train Station, while sitting within walking distance of the Brisbane CBD, the new Fortitude Valley State Secondary College, and a host of other convenient amenities.

“The 36 Warry Street Project represents an exciting opportunity to enhance Spring Hill as a lifestyle precinct and inner-city destination."

Designed by Blight Rayner, the Warry St development will comprise a total 118 apartments, with a mix of one, two, three and four-bedroom residences.



RG Property to redevelop historic Fortitude Valley Bread Factory

The Brisbane-based property developer, HamBros, led by local developer Justin Ham, has lodged plans for a 27-level mixed-use development in the heart of Wynnum.

Ora, which will spread across a 7,278 sqm site&nbsp;at 74 Charlotte Street and 89 Bay Terrace,&nbsp;will be built behind the existing Wynnum Shopping Centre.

Ora, meaning &lsquo;edge&rsquo; in Latin, has been designed by Ivory Collective and will&nbsp;comprise 275 apartments, with the amalgamation also planned to be home to retail space, as well as two-levels of commercial space.

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&ldquo;Ora is a development that intertwines the beautiful bayside environment of Wynnum with the ease and luxury of unit living,&rdquo; architecture firm Ivory Collective noted in their&nbsp;design&nbsp;statement in the development application.

There will be 275 apartments in the development, made up of&nbsp;54 one-bedroom, 148 two-bedroom and 67 three-bedroom apartments, along with six three-bed plus multi-purpose-room penthouses. &nbsp;

Ora&rsquo;s floor plate is designed to orientate and capture as much of the East as possible, allowing for maximum exposure to the easterly breezes and bay views.

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A full recreation level is planned for level five, with a 528 sqm restaurant and bar, set around an expansive pool terrace as well as a wet deck, space, sauna and steam rooms, private cabanas, a cinema, barbecues, meeting rooms, wine rooms and function spaces.

&ldquo;The recreational level on Level 5 creates a space for both the public and residents alike to enjoy the beautiful bay views and surroundings,&quot; the statement added.

Drawing inspiration from the Wynnum foreshore in both its material and palette and building form, Ora is made up of clean off-white concrete and bronzed feature cladding and batten, reflecting the warmth and clarity of the Wynnum/Manly beach front,&nbsp;Ivory Collective noted.

Ora, which will spread across a 7,278 sqm site at 74 Charlotte Street and 89 Bay Terrace, will be built behind the existing Wynnum Shopping Centre

$130 million Wynnum CBD apartment development proposed

National integrated property developer and investor, Cbus Property has announced the appointment of Hutchinson Builders on the next phase of works on its residential tower on the Brisbane CBD riverfront, 443 Queen St.

They&#39;ll be taking over from the collapsed builder Probuild, who were in the final stages of the construction process before their demise.

The announcement marks Cbus Property&rsquo;s third collaboration with Australia&rsquo;s largest privately owned builder, following appointments on the 205 North Quay commercial office tower in Brisbane, which is currently under construction, and The Langston Epping, a recently completed three-tower residential development in Sydney&rsquo;s north west.

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Cbus Property&rsquo;s Chief Executive Officer, Adrian Pozzo, said the business was again &ldquo;proud to partner with Hutchies&rdquo;.

&ldquo;We are confident the appointment of Hutchinson Builders, one of Australia&rsquo;s most renowned and reliable builders, will deliver this iconic residential tower for Brisbane&rsquo;s city skyline to the highest possible standard,&rdquo; he said.

&ldquo;As communicated to our purchasers, since commencing preliminary works on site three weeks ago, Cbus Property, together with Hutchinson Builders, continues to finalise subcontractor negotiations and prepare a revised construction programme. Once finalised, we will provide an update to purchasers with a more definitive completion timeline.&rdquo;

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Hutchinson Builders&rsquo; Director, Russell Fryer, confirmed that the contractor was already on site at 443 Queen St, with initial works underway.

&ldquo;We have a long and proud history delivering similar premium high-rise residential projects across Australia,&rdquo; he said.

&ldquo;We have a handpicked team that has recently completed a five-star hotel, The Langham Gold Coast, demonstrating our ability to achieve the high-quality outcomes expected for 443 Queen St, and we are working closely with Cbus Property, the consultants, subcontractors and suppliers to successfully complete this landmark building for Brisbane.&rdquo;

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Pozzo said that despite the delays to construction, Cbus Property remained focused on ensuring the successful completion of 443 Queen St and delivering one of the highest-quality residential buildings to be developed in the area.

&ldquo;We continue to reassure purchasers that this unique residential development is nearing completion, and that we will deliver a landmark building with the utmost attention to detail and finish,&rdquo; he said.

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Hutchinson Builders’ takeover of works from Probuild recommences the project’s final stages. 

Hutchinson's take over Probuild construction of Cbus Property's Brisbane apartment tower, 443 Queen St

The Gardner Vaughan Group are taking to their own backyard, lodging plans for a 10-storey mixed-use residential development in Nundah.

Developed and designed by the group, the apartment&nbsp;tower at 1175 Sandgate Rd, Nundah, will comprise 47 apartments, set above&nbsp;a brick archway podium that will feature two ground-floor retail tenancies and 568 sqm of office space.

Above the brick arch podium, residential levels three through to eight are given a notably different articulated vertical built form that clearly distinguishes the tower from preceding levels.

There will be&nbsp;19 one-bedroom apartments, eight two-bedders, 16 three-bedroom apartments&nbsp;and the largest on offer, six four-bedroom apartments.

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Known as Danby Lane due to its positioning next to Danby Laneway, the development will sit over five levels of basement parking, with a pool at the&nbsp;top of the podium.

Enhancing the pedestrian links to Danby Lane, a large art mural has been included in the plans, interwoven with sculptured landscaping throughout.

Developed and designed by the group, the apartments tower will comprise 19 one-bedroom, eight two-bedroom, 16 three-bedroom and six four-bedroom apartments, atop a brick archway podium that will feature two ground-floor retail tenancies and 568 sqm of office space.

Above the brick arch podium, residential levels three through to eight are given a notably different articulated vertical built form that clearly distinguishes the tower from preceding levels.

Known as Danby Lane due to its positioning next to Danby Laneway, the development will sit over five levels of basement parking, with a pool at top of the podium.

Enhancing the pedestrian links to Danby Lane, a large art mural has been included in the plans, interwoven with sculptured landscaping throughout.

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GVG&#39;s Danby Lane development would include a painted mural on the Danby Lane side of the development&mdash;the developer is approaching nearby businesses about being involved in the public art project.

Landing at 1175 Sandgate Road, Danby lane will feature a recreation area on level one, which will include a lap pool, barbecue area and a gym.

Crowning the apartments on level 10 will be the rooftop terrace, with a barbecue and seating areas.

Known as Danby Lane due to its positioning next to Danby Laneway, the development will sit above five levels of basement parking, with a pool at the top of the podium.

Gardner Vaughan Group lodge plans for Danby Lane, Nundah apartments

Set in the seaside village of Manly, 191 Stratton is a recent addition to the coastal suburb east of Brisbane.

The collection of contemporary one, two and three-bedroom residences have been crafted to make use of the local area.

Set one block from the main waterfront, the development provides modern interiors and high-quality inclusions designed to reflect the waterside spot.

Urban has had a look at what&rsquo;s on offer at 191 Stratton.

1. Location

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Just 30-minutes from the bustle of Brisbane&rsquo;s CBD, Manly is a place of calm waters and soft sea breezes.

The charming and relaxed seaside village is complemented by backdrops of Moreton Bay, providing opportunities for morning strolls along the beach and boasting stunning views.

Located in the city&rsquo;s outer east, the quaint neighbourhood possesses a community energy, with the Jan Powers Farmers Market on twice a month and a range of caf&eacute;s, pop-up stores and hotels that dot the streetscapes.

2. Lifestyle

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Living in this vibrant neighbourhood makes every day feel like a holiday, with opportunities to relax on the warm sand or enjoy a night at the family-friendly outdoor cinema.

Less than 10 minutes from home, the Wynnum Mangrove Boardwalk is amongst the most picturesque trails in southeast Queensland.

Residents can bask in living nearby parklands and recreational amenities, such as Bayside Park, the Bribie Island or the 25-metre Manly Pool at the foreshore. &nbsp;

3. Residences

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Honouring the village skyline, 191 Stratton is set back from the street with a weatherboard and metal fa&ccedil;ade that reflects the timber and tin common to the area&rsquo;s residential buildings.

Designed by Ellivo Architects, the development weaves the soft curves of its exterior into each residence, complemented by a neutral colour palette that speaks to the coastal locale.

The apartments embrace sunlight with wide orientations, open-plan living and dining and landscaped balconies.

Other features include the island benchtop that faces out towards the vistas, bay windows and high-quality joinery.

4. Amenities

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Among the amenities on offer at the project include an expansive private rooftop, featuring a terrace, vegetable garden and sun lounging areas.

The landscaped rooftop, ideal for entertaining, also includes barbeques, tables, a pergola and views across Moreton Bay.

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Residents will be welcomed into their homes&nbsp;by a verdant courtyard with lounge chairs and grassy areas, lined by cape jasmine and lemon myrtle.

A new level of wellness is delivered at the private fitness sanctuary, which includes a dedicated gym and fitness studio overlooking the tranquil courtyards.

5. The development team

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The developer, DeMartini Fletcher, has over 100 years of combined development experience across its property portfolio, priding itself on excellence.

Since its formation in 1980, the group have grown to become a leader in the Australian property market and possess a strong track record in delivering commercial and residential projects across the country.

Brisbane-based Ellivo Architects were employed on the project thanks to their experience in commercial, mixed-use and residential developments.

As a result, each space is more than just aesthetically-pleasing architecture, but functional and usable spaces that meet the needs of buyers.

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Set one block from the main waterfront, the development provides luxurious interiors and high-quality inclusions that deliver a coastal getaway at home

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What’s on offer at Brisbane's new Manly apartment development, 191 Stratton

Forming part of Sekisui House Australia&rsquo;s masterplanned precinct, West Village, Altura is the latest residential offering to hit Brisbane&rsquo;s West End.

The development features&nbsp;a mix of residential apartments, retail outlets, community places and open public spaces.

West End is tied as the sixth most walkable neighbourhood in Brisbane, boasting a walk score of 88, along with the blue-chip suburbs of Teneriffe and New Farm.&nbsp;West Village boasts a premium walk score of 99, making it one of the most desirable places to live in West End.

Sekisui House describe West Village as a &quot;modern&nbsp;village where history was made and where new stories begin&rdquo;.

&ldquo;A destination full of authenticity, where convenience mingles with character.&quot;

Urban has had a look at what&#39;s in store for residents within waking distance from Altura, which has just commenced construction.

1. Heritage Village

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Surrounding the future 22-storey wellness apartments is&nbsp;a community steeped in rich history.

The 2.6 hectare precinct features the&nbsp;heritage-listed former Peters Ice Cream &amp; Cone factories&nbsp;at the centre of the village.

&ldquo;Just like the character filled heritage Peters Ice Cream and Cone Factories, community is at the heart of this ever-growing village,&rdquo; Sekisui House note.

From the annual Brisbane Ice Cream Festival, to pizza and pinot evenings, gardening workshops and fashion events; the village is always abuzz.

2. Commercial and Retail

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Not only has West Village added to the industrial&nbsp;West End site by delivering new residences, but&nbsp;also features numerous shopping and commercial offerings that have created a new destination for Brisbane.

On completion, the masterplan will deliver around 14,000 sqm of retail and 20,000 sqm commercial area. Earlier in the year, West Village welcomed Harris Farm Markets, Woolworths, and a number of&nbsp;boutique dining, retail and medical services.

There is also a 450-space car park and space for markets and festivals.

Located less than 800 metres&nbsp;from the Brisbane CBD, future Altura residents will benefit from being close by the employment hub of Queensland and can glide into the CBD with ease via bus, ferry, car or bike.

3. Restaurants, Bars, and Live Entertainment

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Reflecting West End&rsquo;s eclectic charm, a number of shops and restaurants are within just 10 metres of Altura,&nbsp;to match the lively lifestyle of its residents.

In addition to West Village&rsquo;s onsite restaurants and entertainment options, Altura is located just 650 metres from the Melbourne street food precinct and just 750 metres from the Fish Lane restaurant precinct.

The vibrant dining scene of Boundary and Vulture Streets offers everything from ramen to risotto, the best coffee spots and organic markets.

The precinct also comes to life in the afternoon and evenings with local bistros, cocktail and wine bars providing the perfect place to socialise, relax and unwind.

4. Open Parklands

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West Village boasts generous green, open spaces, including Mollison Park and The Common.

The Common&nbsp;also allows the Peters Ice Cream Factory to be seen from street view, adding to the West End streetscapes.

Around 100 mature trees and more than 10,000 plants are growing at West Village.

The spaces add to existing parklands at the nearby Musgrave, Davies and Orleigh Parks, which feature riverside walking paths, cycling trails, community gardens and picnic tables.

5. Schools and Universities

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The suburb of West End features a variety of educational offerings for all ages.

Both public and private education&nbsp;options are available, including the popular West End State Primary School only 700-metres away and the esteemed Somerville House School for Girls also close by.

The University of the Sunshine Coast Southbank Campus, Griffith University Southbank Campus and Queensland University of Technology are all within equally close proximity to the development.

6. Other Neighbourhood Amenities

West End already has a number of established amenity within touching distance for future Altura residents.

From the vibrant dining precinct of Boundary and Vulture Streets to the arts and culture of nearby South Bank, Brisbane has it all.

On the other side of the river, South Bank includes cinemas, restaurants and trendy bars, while museums, art galleries and libraries are also nearby.

Eleven hospitals are within seven kilometres of the West Village precinct, including private, public and children&rsquo;s speciality.

Limited residences remain in Altura.

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With two heritage buildings at its heart, West Village is halfway through transforming a 2.6-hectare site in West End’s Boundary Street precinct, into an exciting community hub full of character.

The benefits of a West Village lifestyle: Local offerings within walking distance in Brisbane’s West End

The recently completed Bowen Hills apartment development, Panorama, is the latest offering from the national developer Arden Group.

Located on the popular Mayne Road, Panorama is anchored by five retail outlets on the street level, providing the ultimate convenience.

Urban has taken a look at the top four selling points of the new project.

1. Affo​rdable apartments

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Panorama, made up of&nbsp;256 one and two-bedroom apartments over 25 levels, is more than&nbsp;competitively priced when put next&nbsp;to comparable apartment developments in Brisbane.

Suited to both investors and owner-occupiers, apartments start from an affordable price of $299,000 for a one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment, and just&nbsp;$465,000 for a two-bedroom, two-bathroom unit.

Vacancy rates in Bowen Hills are 50% less than Brisbane city, showcasing the investment opportunities that the suburb presents to buyers.

2. Desirable location

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Just over 2 kilometres from the Brisbane CBD and less than 10 minutes&rsquo; walk to some of Brisbane&rsquo;s best retail, commercial and employment hot spots, Panorama is in a desirable location.

The 27-storey building is ideally situated in an area that is experiencing continuous expansion and gentrification.

&ldquo;With the introduction of new lifestyle developments, it is an area that presents a truly unique opportunity&rdquo;, the project marketing reads.

The development is located 200-metres from Bowen Hills train station, and just a 10-minutes ride to the Brisbane airport.

Leading schools and universities are also within close proximity, as well as the $2.9 billion RNA Showgrounds urban renewal precinct, which is still underway.

3. Architecture-designed interiors

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Designed by Arqus Design, a multi-disciplinary architectural practice, Panorama features well-proportioned floorplans which feature sleek interiors and open-plan living space.

Ideal for entertaining, the home boasts views towards the Brisbane River, Moreton Bay and Islands to Mount Coot-tha.

Boasting the finest quality and style, all apartments are spaciously designed with wide balconies, good natural light and ventilation.

Bathrooms include feature tiling and contemporary vanities, while residences also include built-in robes, timber flooring and Bosch appliances.

4. Extensive amenities

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Panorama has been designed to suit the living aspirations of its intended residents, with an extensive list of amenities on offer at the Bowen Hills development.

On the ground level, Panorama provides residents with convenient retail services in a boutique tree-lined laneway, while on level five, the Panorama Retreat features an exclusive resort level for residents to relax.

This floor includes a lap pool with adjoining plunge pool, Zen garden, a landscaped north-facing &lsquo;quiet zone,&rsquo; barbecue, entertainment terrace, gym facilities and sauna.

Level 26 also boasts the Panorama Skydeck with private nooks, cinema, bar and kitchen.

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Designed to suit the elevated lifestyle of its resident, the building is situated in an enviable location on Mayne Road. 

Four top selling points of the $299,000 Bowen Hills apartments, Panorama

Tucked away in a quiet peaceful residential precinct, Eight on Eton introduces a new way of living that not only capitalises on its superb location, but the landscape that surrounds it.

Delivered by Property Solutions, this unique collection of just 49, one, two and three-bedroom apartments form Nundah&rsquo;s latest residential development.

The tower rises seven floors, amongst Brisbane&rsquo;s most affluent surrounding suburbs such as Clayfield and Ascot.

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Fine dining, boutique shopping, caf&eacute;s and parks are all part of the neighbourhood lifestyle with transport options connecting you to the Brisbane CBD.

The convenient boutique village is located just eight kilometres from the city centre and within close proximity to public transport, educational and hospital facilities.

Eight on Eton&rsquo;s interiors are designed to suit the modern lifestyle, featuring light-filled spaces, expansive outlooks and open-plan living.

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&ldquo;No matter the size or configuration, each residence at Eight on Eton has been thoughtfully crafted to maximise space&rdquo;, Property Solutions advise.

Slide open the apartment&rsquo;s full-length&nbsp;doors and step out onto the private alfresco balcony for district views or enjoy the charm of the versatile kitchen.

Without compromising on function, each residence includes stone benchtops, BOSCH appliances and timber cabinetry in the kitchen.

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The open-plan configuration combines living and dining for a relaxed and refined living experience with quality finishes throughout.

Nundah is one of the most well-connected suburbs in Brisbane, according to the developers, with trains and buses coming through often, the M7 Tunnel and a nearby airport, making this a great location for those who travel.

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Delivered by Property Solutions, this unique collection of just 49, one, two and three-bedroom apartments form Nundah’s latest residential development

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