A long-awaited transformation of a former industrial site in Holroyd has been given the green light, with the NSW Government approving the $1.2 billion Crescent Parklands masterplan that will deliver more than 1,200 new homes just south of Parramatta.

The State Significant Development approval clears the way for a large-scale mixed-use precinct at <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/1-crescent-street-holroyd-nsw-2142">1 Crescent Street</a>, replacing an underutilised site with a coordinated residential community anchored by new open space, retail, and commercial uses.

Designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/woods-bagot">Woods Bagot</a> for WA-based developer Tiberius, the approved scheme comprises seven buildings arranged across two precincts. In total, the development will deliver 1,227 apartments, including 201 allocated as affordable housing, alongside approximately 2,500 sqm of retail and 5,000 sqm of commercial space within a mixed-use podium.

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The project is structured as a masterplanned precinct rather than a standalone tower. Buildings 1 to 4 will rise from a shared podium with shop-top housing, while Buildings 5 to 7 are positioned closer to the northern park interface as residential flat buildings. The built form has been carefully modulated to balance density with amenity, with the design resolving building separation, solar access, and wind impacts at a precinct scale.

A significant focus of the design is the activation of Crescent Street and the integration of public domain. The submission notes that “individual townhouses [were] removed for community based functions to Crescent Street to increase activation and surveillance,” reinforcing a more urban and publicly engaged street edge. Retail, commercial tenancies, and resident amenity spaces are concentrated along this frontage and within the podium to support day-to-day activity.

The landscape strategy underpins the project’s identity, with a network of pedestrian connections, landscaped corridors, and open spaces linking the site internally and to its surroundings. The design prioritises permeability, delivering “increased uninterrupted flow between spaces for pedestrian access” and improved connections through to the adjoining parklands.

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Buildings within the western precinct are oriented toward the park, shaping a residential offering defined by proximity to open space. The design describes this approach as creating apartments “immersed in nature with apartments facing the park,” positioning the landscape as a central organising element of the masterplan.

The broader architectural response addresses both infrastructure and context, with taller elements capturing long-range views toward Parramatta while setbacks and separation distances mitigate impacts on surrounding residential areas. Sustainability initiatives, including solar optimisation, cross-ventilation, and integrated landscape systems, are embedded across the scheme.

Located approximately one kilometre south of Parramatta CBD, the 3.6-hectare site is bounded by Crescent Street, Woodville Road, and Holroyd Sportsground. It benefits from strong access to public transport, including nearby bus routes and train stations, and sits within a rapidly evolving corridor earmarked for increased residential density. The design also strengthens connections between surrounding green spaces, including Holroyd Sportsground and Parramatta Parklands.

The approval follows several years of planning, including a rezoning process that enabled significant uplift in height and density across the site. With determination now secured, Crescent Parklands is positioned to play a major role in delivering new housing supply within Greater Parramatta’s growth area.

Joel Robinson

Tiberius’ Crescent Parklands to deliver over 1,200 homes in major Holroyd transformation

A new State Significant Development application has been lodged over land at <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/33-43-marion-street-parramatta-nsw-2150">33–43 Marion Street</a>, Parramatta, proposing a high-rise mixed-use tower that leverages planning incentives to deliver a substantial pipeline of new housing, including a dedicated affordable component.

The scheme, currently on exhibition, combines a shop-top housing development with a concurrent rezoning, positioning the site for a significant uplift in density within Parramatta’s evolving southern CBD fringe.

The proposal, designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/fuse-architecture-0">Fuse Architects</a> for CN Marion, would replace the existing buildings with a 37-storey mixed-use tower, delivering 296 apartments above a retail podium with six basement levels on the 2,376 sqm site.

The residential mix comprises 58 one-bedroom, 207 two-bedroom, and 31 three-bedroom apartments, with communal facilities located on the second level and the rooftop. Ground-level activation is driven by retail and food and beverage tenancies, alongside a publicly accessible through-site link designed to improve pedestrian permeability.

The project includes 194 car spaces, five motorcycle spaces, and 348 bicycle spaces, reflecting a transit-oriented approach in a location directly adjacent to the rail corridor and within walking distance of Harris Park Station.

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The design adopts a podium-and-tower composition, with a three-storey street wall addressing Marion Street and a reduced two-storey interface responding to adjoining heritage cottages.

A key component of the proposal is the integration of affordable housing under the NSW Government’s in-fill affordable housing pathway, with units to be retained for a minimum of 15 years. This is paired with a broader public domain strategy that emphasises permeability, deep soil planting, and a landscaped through-site link.

“The strategy prioritises a permeable, well-activated public realm and supports a compact tower form to minimise the building’s footprint while enhancing the quality of the ground-level experience,” the design report states.

The proposal includes a central landscaped courtyard, rooftop communal areas, and planting strategies aligned with local environmental conditions and cultural narratives.

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The site occupies a prominent corner of Marion and Station streets, roughly 100 metres from Harris Park Station, within a precinct earmarked for significant intensification. While the immediate context is characterised by low- to mid-rise buildings and heritage dwellings, planning controls and recent proposals point to a transition toward high-density development.

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Parramatta has been starved of new apartment supply in recent years. Builder-developers Deicorp and Coronation are the only two currently progressing projects in the suburb. Coronation is nearing completion of <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/8-phillip-street-2-10-phillip-street-parramatta">8 Phillip Street</a>, which will be the tallest building in Western Sydney once finished, while Deicorp is delivering <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/cosmopolitan-by-deicorp-parramatta-34-hassall-street-parramatta-nsw-2150">Cosmopolitan</a>, a development comprising over 600 apartments.
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First Look: Plans lodged for 37-storey mixed-use tower in Parramatta

A substantial uplift in height and density is being tested in Lane Cove, with a 225-apartment scheme at 300 Burns Bay Road now on public exhibition as a State Significant Development alongside a concurrent rezoning.

The proposal by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/level-33">Level 33</a> would see the demolition of an existing commercial building and associated structures, replaced by a residential development ranging from seven to 15 storeys.&nbsp;

The scheme delivers 225 apartments, including 34 designated as affordable housing, positioning it within the NSW Government’s accelerated Housing Delivery Authority pathway.

The development is arranged as three interconnected residential flat buildings, a response to the site’s long, narrow configuration and sloping topography.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/pbd-architects">PBD Architects</a>, the project’s designer, describe a built form that is “divided into three sections, each connected by intermediate infill slots which are recessed to establish greater setbacks and further articulate the development.”

Across the scheme, apartments are supported by communal amenity at ground and rooftop levels, including landscaped open space and a rooftop pool. Basement and lower ground levels accommodate parking, storage, and building services, while a new public park is proposed along the eastern edge of the site, replacing part of the existing built form.

The architectural response has been shaped by the site’s pronounced fall towards the Lane Cove River, with building heights stepping down from west to east to reduce visual bulk and respond to adjoining bushland.&nbsp;

The design report notes that “the development has been carefully designed to integrate with the existing topography with the placement of massing and floor levels adjusted respecting the site’s inherent characteristics.”

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The project is being advanced through a concurrent rezoning process, seeking to increase the permissible height and floor space ratio beyond current Lane Cove LEP controls of 21 metres. Under the proposal, height would reach up to 54.5 metres, reflecting a shift toward higher-density outcomes in well-located urban areas.

Located on a 7,595 sqm site, the development sits within an established high-density residential pocket characterised by mid-rise apartment buildings set within a bushland setting. The site is within close proximity to Burns Bay Reserve, the Lane Cove River, and an extensive network of open space, reinforcing its strategic positioning for increased housing supply.

Level 33 is doing through the Housing Delivery Authority to try and get its Homebush project of <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/news/nsw/level-33-adds-to-2-000-unit-pipeline-with-new-two-tower-homebush-plans">more than 300 apartments approved</a>.

The developer has over 2,000 apartments in the pipeline, predominantly in Wollongong.

First look: Level 33 proposes 225-apartment Lane Cove tower

Following the completion of its debut Palm Beach apartment development EVA on Tenth, local Gold Coast developer Chippendale Group has launched its latest project in the in demand area.

Chippendale Group, led by fifth-generation Palm Beach local Daniel Chippendale, has kicked off sales at&nbsp;<a data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/elise-palm-beach-3-twenty-fifth-avenue-palm-beach-qld-4221&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1775884443343000&amp;usg=AOvVaw2GyxnGQKU2XXwTzQ8_VHgi" href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/elise-palm-beach-3-twenty-fifth-avenue-palm-beach-qld-4221" target="_blank">ELISE</a>, 68 coastal-infused apartments just 40 metres from the sand on Twenty Fifth Avenue.

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Construction is already well underway, a signal of confidence to buyers, following the demolition of the two-storey walk-up and 1990s built house that sat on two sites that have been amalgamated to create a prime corner block.

There are a mix of two- and three-bedroom apartments on offer, starting from $1.4 million.

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Designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/bda-architecture">BDA Architecture</a>, Elise responds to its coastal setting through a horizontal architectural form with recessed glazing and layered landscaping. The design aims to balance light, shade and sea breezes while creating a defined presence along the streetscape.&nbsp;

Residences have been planned with an emphasis on outdoor living suited to the Gold Coast climate, including large balconies designed as usable outdoor rooms. Interiors will feature a selection of European appliances and natural materials, including New Zealand wool carpets.&nbsp;

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Resident amenities are centred around a wellness-focused ground-level precinct. There will be private access to a heated swimming pool, sauna, cold plunge and gym, alongside a residents’ lounge with dining and entertaining space.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/elise-palm-beach-3-twenty-fifth-avenue-palm-beach-qld-4221">ELISE</a> is located towards the northern end of Palm Beach, which puts it just a short walk to Tallebudgera and Currumbin Creeks. At the end of the street is the newly extended Oceanway, a 36-kilometre pathway that runs up and down the Gold Coast.

Chippendale is targeting a late 2027 completion date for <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/elise-palm-beach-3-twenty-fifth-avenue-palm-beach-qld-4221">ELISE</a>.

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Chippendale Group launches Elise, 40 metres from the Palm Beach sand

Sydney developer <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/31-41-o-hara-street-marrickville-nsw-2204">Third.i</a>&nbsp;has announced a new transport-oriented development in one of Sydney Inner West’s most sought-after metropolitan locations, delivering much needed housing within steps of world-class public transport and vibrant village life.

Located at&nbsp;31-41 O’Hara St,&nbsp;Marrickville, the proposed mixed-use development will include around 300 apartments, with up to 17 per cent dedicated to affordable housing, reinforcing Third.i’s commitment to creating inclusive, well-connected communities that support a diverse mix of residents who keep Sydney’s neighbourhoods thriving.

Located just 100 metres from the new Metro station, the development places residents within minutes of the CBD while offering seamless access to the Inner West’s cafés, retail, and local services. Anchored within a thriving local centre, the project supports everyday living without reliance on cars, while also delivering new public open space for the local community, including a new park and landscaped green areas, alongside high-quality private resident amenities.

Florian Caillon, Head of Acquisitions for Third.i Group, said the project builds on the company’s ongoing work alongside the NSW Government to deliver housing and amenity alongside major transport infrastructure. Amenity includes an activated pedestrianise retail strip that connects Illawarra Road down to the pocket park, and health and wellness facilities.&nbsp;

“Delivering housing of this scale within an established village is a rare opportunity, and few companies have achieved residential outcomes of this size at a village centre," Caillon said.

"We are excited to set a new standard for urban living in the heart of Marrickville,” he said.&nbsp;

The inclusion of affordable housing has been welcomed by frontline workers.

“We are supportive of developments which will allow essential workers like nurses, midwives and carers, the opportunity to live in the communities they care for," said&nbsp;Michael Whaites, General Secretary of the NSW Nurses and Midwives’ Association..

“Many healthcare workers tell us they would like to live closer to where they work, but are being priced out of the market, forcing them to move further away.&nbsp;

“Dedicated apartments for essential workers will support recruitment and retention in local hospitals and aged care facilities, helping to strengthen our health system.”

The project has been declared State Significant Development (SSD) by the Housing Delivery Authority (HDA).

Third.i to deliver 300 apartments in Marrickville TOD precinct

Canvas

Refining itself into one of Melbourne&rsquo;s most sought-after inner-city locales, Brunswick has transformed into an adored enclave while keeping its authenticity intact.

Matured from its roots into a melting pot of cultures and colourful streetscapes, the suburb has become a magnet for artists and artisans.

As evidenced in the various developments that feature in this list, community and sustainable living are the fundamentals of the Brunswick lifestyle.

With a walk score of 97% and dotted with reclaimed warehouses, architect-designed residences&nbsp;and art studios, Brunswick forms an ever-evolving, enigmatic precinct.

Urban takes a look at the top five Brunswick apartments on the market now.

1. Nine Wilson Avenue 
Developer: Neometro

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Nine Wilson Ave forms the final piece of Neometro&rsquo;s multi-stage development, Jewell Station Village, developed at the southern end of Brunswick near Royal Park.

Set to home 58 one, two and three-bedroom apartments, as well as a handful of signature lots, Nine Wilson Ave is expected to play a significant part in the urban renewal of Brunswick.

Designed by architecture firm MAA and local landscape designers Mud Office, Nine Wilson Ave has been composed to emphasise natural light, thermal efficiency and spatial flexibility.

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Each residence will have an average 7.5 star NatHERS energy rating, achieved by a recycled water system for landscape irrigation and energy saving LED lighting within the apartments.

Gas-free and fitted with solar panels, the building will be electric vehicle ready, and will have a communal rooftop with a productive garden and shared clotheslines.

2. 4 Ballarat Street 
Developer: Assemble

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Located in the heart of Brunswick, 4 Ballarat Street operates on a rent-with-the-option-to-buy model, which has made this development particularly popular with first home buyers.

Brought to life by Assemble and Fieldwork Architects, the Brunswick site was previously a factory designed by Melbourne architects AK Lines, McFarlane and Marshall.

The development similarly picks up on these distinctive qualities of post-war industrial buildings and the predominant terracotta hues of the neighbourhood in its interiors.

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Apartments are accented with warm colours and no-fuss design details such as terracotta tiles, hard-wearing benchtops, rich terracotta-coloured kitchen joinery, and chrome finishes.

4 Ballarat St boasts a shared rooftop garden, designated dog park, green zone and planting space, communal laundry, multi-purpose room, multi-purpose workshop, lending library and temperature-controlled parcel room and storage.

3. Brunswick Yard 
Developer: Urban Development Partners

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Delivered by Urban Development Partners, Brunswick Yard boasts a collection of 147 residences in one, two and three-bedroom configurations.

Designed by Carr Design and based on a biophilia hypothesis, the residence boasts an abundance of outdoor spaces and is wrapped in a growing green vine which provides fresh air reticulation and privacy.

Central courtyards, an internal garden and a series of garden rooms provide space for meaningful interactions with fellow residents and provide a sense of community.

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Interiors boast warm palettes and rich materials, with natural grain patterns in the timber floors, simple textures and exposed concrete ceilings.

Brunswick Yard is expected to reach completion in early 2023.

4. Elements Brunswick 
Developer: Alpha 14 Property Group

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Presenting a selection of 39 one, two and three-bedroom apartments, Elements delivers personalised templates for a broad demography of residents.

Designed by Plus Architecture, each home provides spacious floorplans with sustainable materials designed for longevity.

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Like other Brunswick developments, Elements boasts sustainable features, including a 7.5 star energy rating, solar hot water, rainwater harvesting and natural ventilation.

Taking its cues from the vertical garden design in Milan and Singapore, the urban landscape created by Greenscape Landscape Architecture + Design incorporates a wellness garden, outdoor kitchen and barbeque.

5. Canvas 
Developer:&nbsp; ID_Land

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Designed by Rothelowman and Hecker Guthrie, Canvas&rsquo; fa&ccedil;ade pays homage to Brunswick&rsquo;s industrial past.

Fitting into the mosaic that forms Barkly Street, the project features 62 apartments in one, two and three-bedroom configurations.

&ldquo;We want to engage with the rich tapestry of built form which has shaped Brunswick into the suburb it is today&rdquo;,&nbsp;Rothelowman architect, Stuart Marsland, said.

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The project will have a rooftop residents&rsquo; amenity, with a 360-degree view of the Melbourne skyline alongside a kitchen and dining space, and a recreation lounge.

The apartments also boast no gas connection, making it 100% fossil fuel free, while communal gardens, rooftop rain water and solar PV offsetting makes sustainable living easy.

With a walk score of 97% and dotted with reclaimed warehouses, architect-designed residents and art studios, Brunswick forms an ever-evolving, enigmatic precinct

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Top five Brunswick apartments on the market now

ID_Land’s latest Brunswick development, Canvas, offers residents a premier home with both breathtaking vista's and convenience.

Designing a building offering a collection of 62 one, two and three-bedroom apartments, the award-winning Rothelowman Architects has placed people at the cornerstone of their design.

Located on the building’s rooftop is a variety of communal spaces providing residential facilities and green spaces, with views of Melbourne’s city skyline and parks.

Brimming with amenity, the project boasts a communal lounge area, kitchen and entertainment dining, providing a refreshing work from home space or a quiet corner for a good book.

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The apartments are described as a&nbsp;blank canvas, designed to fulfill resident's needs&nbsp;through clean&nbsp;open-plan living.

Floor-to-ceiling windows provide connectivity to Melbourne, casting light on&nbsp;timber floorboards. The synergy between neutral interiors and the exteriors homage to Brunswick's industrial heritage inspire the ideal of hardwork and creativity a blank slate brings.

Canvas is located in close proximity to the Melbourne CBD, among&nbsp;universities and a short walk from Princes Park.

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Situated on the bustling Barkly Street, Canvas provides absolute convenience with private and secure access to an on-grade car park, with no car lifts or parking stackers.

Each apartment also benefits from at least one bike space and on-site bike maintenance facilities are available.

Green living was taken as a requirement with additions such as all communal areas in the complex make use of solar technology and the rooftop garden collects rainwater for greywater harvesting diminishing the building carbon footprint.

Canvas has a&nbsp;walk score of 97/100, located less than a minute from nearby shops and just three minutes&nbsp;walk to the nearest tram stop.

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ID_Land’s latest Brunswick development, Canvas, offers residents a premier home with both breathtaking vista's and convenience

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Rediscover working from home at ID_Land's Canvas in Brunswick

Reducing your commute by living near a train station does not only make life convenient but it may increase the value of your property.

Melbourne apartments near train stations are becoming great investments for homebuyers seeking to add a premium to their new property.

In Sydney, this premium was recorded at an average of 4.5 per cent for homes within 400 metres of a station, <a href="http://www.luticonsulting.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/Sydney-Transit-and-Urban-Renewal-Value-Creation-Report.pdf" target="_blank">according to a study</a> analysing rail projects between 2000 and 2014.

Urban takes a look at seven&nbsp;brand-new, off-the-plan properties that sit within 450 metres of a train station.

1. Chelsworth, Ivanhoe 
Developer: Bensons Property Group 
92 metres from Darebin Station

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Chelsworth, a collection of 50 modern apartments in two-bedroom configurations is located just 92 metres from a train station.

The BG-Architecture designed development is a one-minute walk from Darebin Station. &nbsp;

Apartments at Chelsworth offer a sophisticated design, featuring smart and versatile floor plans, custom cabinetry and secure basement parking.

2. Chronicle, Armadale 
Developer: Bensons Property Group 
200 metres from Armadale Station

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Another Bensons Property development, Chronicle is strategically located a three-minute walk from Armadale Station.

Set on the highly sought-after High Street, the development offers excellent connectivity and is complemented by a vibrant fashion and lifestyle retail destinations.

Each three-bedroom apartment, designed by CHT Architects, presents an elegant aesthetic with a focus on detail and generous storage

3. FiftyTwo Black, Brighton 
Developer: PB&amp;Co 
290 metres from Middle Brighton Station

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Situated 290 metres from Middle Brighton Station, FiftyTwo Black is the peak of luxury and convenience.

Comprising only five crafted residences, furnished exclusively in Ralph Lauren Home, this property features handcrafted brass feature balustrades, marble flooring and iconic Ralph Lauren chandelier lighting.

Just a three-minute walk from the station means residents are a stroll away from Church Street, the shopping, dining and entertainment capital of Bayside.

4. Prospect Apartments, Box Hill 
Developer: R&amp;F Property 
300 metres from Box Hill Station

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Set to become a modern landmark of the domain, Prospect&rsquo;s location is arguably the finest in Box Hill &ndash; within arm&rsquo;s reach of a culturally rich dining scene, leading educational facilities, hospitals, shopping centres and public transport.

Residents are located nearby Box Hill Central, Coles and a range of lifestyle and entertainment offerings. 
The tower also includes a range of communal amenities, including a pool, a gymnasium, an outdoor entertainment and barbecue area, and an expansive dining room and kitchen.

5. Canvas, Brunswick 
Developer: ID_Land 
350 metres from Jewell Station

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Cut to fit into the mosaic of Barkly Street, Canvas&rsquo; fa&ccedil;ade pays homage to Brunswick&rsquo;s industrial past.

These spacious apartments are located just 350-metres from Jewell Station, a quick five-minute walk away.

The apartments also boast no gas connection, making them 100 per cent fossil fuel free, while communal gardens, rooftop rain water and solar PV offsetting makes sustainable living easy.

6. Ballarat Street, Brunswick 
Developer: Assemble 
350 metres from Brunswick Station

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The current factory site at 4 Ballarat Street, Brunswick will be converted by architecture firm Fieldwork to home 171 studio, one, two and three-bedroom apartments.

Assemble&rsquo;s rent-with-the-option-to-buy apartment development is located four minutes from Brunswick Station and boasts a range of convenient resident amenities.

These include a multi-purpose workshop, crafts space, communal laundry, barbeque area and rooftop pavilion.

7. Omnia, Moorabbin 
Developer: Shenfield Property 
450 metres from Moorabbin Station

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Designed by Roger Brayshaw Architects and delivered by Shenfield Property, this collection of brand-new residences defines modern comfort.

Located in the thriving community of Moorabbin, convenient transport options are abound, placing you into the Melbourne CBD within 25 minutes.

Moorabbin Station is just a six-minute walk away, while park frontage, inspired design and a diversity of layouts makes Omnia one not to miss.

Urban takes a look at seven brand-new, off-the-plan properties that sit within 450 metres of a train station

Seven brand-new Melbourne apartments and townhomes within 450m from a train station

ID_Land’s collaboration with Rothelowman blends rough and smooth materiality and culminates into a beautiful expression of modern architecture.

Delivering 62 residences in one, two and three-bedroom configurations, Canvas pays homage to Brunswick’s industrial past.

The project’s sculptural façade fits perfectly into Barkly Street; its industrial form framed by geometric concrete grids that reinterprets the industrial regeneration of Brunswick.

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Urban recently sat down with Rothelowman’s Kylie Caruana, who has worked in the architectural studio for 12 years, to discuss the Melbourne development.

MK: How many multi-residential projects has Rothelowman been contracted on within Victoria?&nbsp;

KC: During my 12 years at Rothelowman, we’ve been contracted on countless multi-residential projects (so I had some help to run the numbers). Rothelowman currently has 222 Active projects nationally with 132 Projects in Victoria alone, of these 81 are in planning and 45 have gained planning and are in various stages of construction. 92 of these are residential or have residential components. Historically Rothelowman has completed over 800 projects in Victoria, Queensland, New South Wales, South Australia, ACT and Western Australia.

MK: What spoke to you about Canvas in particular?&nbsp;

KC: Canvas was yet another highly collaborative project between ID Land and Rothelowman, to realise their first multi residential apartment building with an exceptional site in the epicentre of Brunswick. This was an opportunity for urban reconsolidation, in a well-connected precinct around existing culture. Having lived in Brunswick for many years and residing in neighbouring Northern suburbs my entire life, this was an opening to bring my community’s ideals to the table.

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MK: What was the design brief from ID_Land for the project's architectural design?&nbsp;

KC: The design brief from day dot was open and progressive. Our special relationship with ID Land, based on high levels of trust and collaboration, meant the brief didn’t need to talk to specifics. We were to take an urban regeneration site and come up with a design concept for the future, whilst paying homage to the granular nature of the past. We framed our thinking - to embed our thirst for sustainability, balanced living, and to establish new links to the existing community.

MK: Where did you take your inspiration from?

KC: Primarily our inspiration came from the beauty and the eclectic and diverse culture we see, feel and experience within Brunswick. Tucked in a site with an industrial past and an artistic present, Canvas draws links from its surrounding tactile materiality, fluid forms, creative culture and lifestyle.

MK: How did you harmonise Canvas into the Barkly Streetscape?

KC: Very early in the piece, we brought together ideas on what we envisaged for the future urban topography of the area and what we would build upon for the future Brunswick community. Although there are three parts to our streetscape, the lines between our retail, commercial office and residential are blurred behind our façade grid. Our entry is complex, yet holistic whereby it invites patrons, employees, residents and visitors through the one naturally lit entrance.

These elements were then stitched together to create a Canvas. The development provides a sustainable living experience that culminates into a home for families, couples, and individuals.

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MK: Were there any challenges during the design process that you had to overcome?&nbsp;

KC: What are maybe typically seen as challenges became opportunities to engage and have an honest and open dialogue with the planning authorities, taking them on the journey and together forming a collective example that exemplifies future-proofed planning outcomes and creates a precedent for future developments.

MK: How important are communal amenities in new developments, and why?

KC: Now more than ever the importance of communal amenity has come to the fore; people have never spent as much time in their apartments before and now they’re receiving a real education in design – seeing how the sun enters the rooms during the day, how much fresh air they receive and how they use outdoor space.&nbsp;

This is changing people’s attitudes and cementing what’s important to them. There’ll be a definite permanent mark left and we’ll be living differently in the future, with more flexible working, both from home and from the office. As a result, people will want greater liveable outdoor space and more personal space. People like the idea of having an escape and this kind of design will become even more popular because of what we’ve been through.

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Though designed pre-COVID, Canvas has all the prerequisites for a post-pandemic world and the intrinsic changes it has brought to the way we live, work and play. With an extensive rooftop resident’s amenity floor, Canvas has the answer. Our communal rooftop includes internal and external spaces, work from home places, comfortable lounge areas, kitchen with entertainment dining, north and south facing open air terraces with spectacular views and shared gardens, all sustainably delivered.

MK: What have you tried to do in the design that the average homebuyer may not notice straight away?&nbsp;

KC: A project, be it commercial, residential or retail, isn’t about selling space; it’s about selling the intangibles – the opportunities, the lifestyle and the economic prospects these spaces can provide.

By managing spaces, sharing resources and hosting activities together, residents are empowered to contribute to the surrounding community and the world at large, creating greater connections and happier lives.

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Urban recently sat down with Rothelowman’s Kylie Caruana, who has worked in the architectural studio for 12 years, to discuss the Melbourne development

Designed by a Brunswick local: Rothelowman’s Kylie Caruana discusses the design influences behind Canvas, Brunswick apartments

Canvas is a boutique collection of 62 apartments in Melbourne's sought-after northern suburbs from property developers ID_Land.

The development of one, two and three-bedroom residences reinterprets the industrial regeneration of Brunswick with an industrial façade and a structural form.

Designed by Rothelowman and Hecker Guthrie, the development provides a sustainable living experience that culminates into a home for families, couples and individuals.

Urban recently sat down with ID_Land’s joint managing director Matthew Belford to discuss the project.

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MK: What are the highlights of Canvas and what is attracting buyers to the project?

MB: The architecture at Canvas is particularly striking; we engaged one of our most-trusted collaborators in Rothelowman to lead the design, and they have ensured the project will complement Barkly Street, its neighbouring buildings, and the area’s industrial heritage.

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Hecker Guthrie-designed interiors bring together neutral colour palettes and functional floorplans that appeal to a range of different buyer groups. Apartments are spacious and designed to be lived in, with a communal rooftop space for residents to enjoy as well.

One of the main pillars at Canvas is sustainability; the project is fossil fuel free, utilises solar power and greywater systems, has strong walkability and is close to public transport, so we are seeing a lot of interest from environmentally-conscious homebuyers.

The location of Canvas has also proven to be a strong drawcard so far – its status as a ‘Walker’s Paradise’ and its Walk Score of 97/100 means local parklands, public transport, bike paths, as well as the bars, restaurants, cafés and retail stores that make Brunswick so sought-after, are all within walking distance.

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MK: What was the design brief for Rothelowman?

MB: We wanted Canvas to reference and engage with the rich tapestry of built-form which has shaped Brunswick into the suburb it is today, with a sculptural façade and broad appeal to a range of residents – individuals, couples and families.

MK: Where have buyers come from, and who is the development appealing to?

MB: Many of the project’s buyers have come from the city’s inner ring, with the project features alongside the proximity to Brunswick driving strong interest from a mixture of younger buyers, first home buyers, and families.

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We have also seen strong interest from ‘right-sizers’ - those who have been looking for property for some time but haven’t managed to find the right fit closer to the sought-after inner ring lifestyle suburbs.

MK: What else does the Canvas community offer to residents?

MB: The project will have a rooftop residents’ amenity, with a 360-degree view of the Melbourne skyline alongside a kitchen and dining space, and a recreation lounge.”

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MK: Why did you choose Brunswick for your latest development?

MB: Brunswick is an area that our team knows well, having developed The Barkly townhouses in 2016 just down the road from Canvas – it’s also an area I’ve known for over 20 years, as I used to live and study in the area.

MK: Where is current buyer enquiry coming from?

MB: Enquiries are being driven largely by Melbourne locals, predominantly from the city’s inner ring suburbs, visiting the display suite.

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Urban recently sat down with ID_Land’s joint managing director Matthew Belford to discuss the project

What buyers need to know about Canvas at Brunswick: Urban chats with ID_Land's Matthew Belford

ID_Land joint managing director&nbsp;Matthew Belford says sustainable living is no longer an option, it’s a prerequisite.

His latest Brunswick development, Canvas, is a testament to Belford's views on cutting down the environmental impacts on property.

Studies have revealed&nbsp;property investors are increasingly concerned with environmental, social and governance (ESG) credentials in apartments.

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The 62 one, two and three-bedroom apartments in Canvas have no gas connections and are 100 per cent fossil fuel free.

Rothelowman designed the apartment development, with a rooftop complete with a variety of communal spaces providing residential amenity and green spaces, with views of Melbourne’s city skyline and parks.

There's&nbsp;a communal lounge area, kitchen, and entertainment dining area.

All communal areas in the complex make use of solar technology and the rooftop garden collects rainwater for greywater harvesting.

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There's a conscious effort at the Barkly Street development for parking spaces. Each apartment has at least one bike space, as well as on-site bike maintenance facilities are available.&nbsp;

Canvas has a&nbsp;walk score of 97/100, located less than a minute from nearby shops and just three minutes&nbsp;walk to the nearest tram stop.

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With no gas connection to any apartment, Canvas is 100 per cent fossil fuel free

Canvas Brunswick apartments 100% fossil free

ID_Land&rsquo;s latest Brunswick development, Canvas, offers residents a premier home with breathtaking vista&#39;s.

Designing a building offering a collection of 62 one, two and three-bedroom apartments, Rothelowman Architects has placed people at the cornerstone of their design.

Located on the building&rsquo;s rooftop is a variety of communal spaces providing residential amenity and green spaces, with views of Melbourne&rsquo;s city skyline and parks.

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The project boasts a communal lounge area, kitchen and entertainment dining, providing work from home space or a quiet corner for a good book.

Beyond your doorstop, Canvas lies in the heart of Brunswick&rsquo;s vibrant community with retail hotspots, diverse eateries and bustling bars that are just a short walk away.

The development an impressive walk score of 97/100, located less than a minute from nearby shops and just three minutes&rsquo; walk to the nearest tram stop.

&ldquo;The Brunswick community is so richly diverse it should be its own city&rdquo;, ID_Land&rsquo;s Jeff Garvey said.

Canvas is located in close proximity to the Melbourne CBD, among&nbsp;universities and a short walk from Princes Park.

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Situated on the bustling Barkly Street, Canvas provides absolute convenience with private and secure access to an on-grade car park, with no car lifts or parking stackers.

Each apartment also benefits from at least one bike space and on-site bike maintenance facilities are available.

Green living was taken as a requirement with additions such as all communal areas in the complex make use of solar technology and the rooftop garden collects rainwater for greywater harvesting diminishing the building carbon footprint.

Educational facilities with walking distance include:

<ul>
	<li>Princes Hill Primary School</li>
	<li>Brunswick South Primary School</li>
	<li>Sydney Road Community School</li>
	<li>Brunswick Secondary College</li>
	<li>Princes Hill Secondary College</li>
</ul>

There&#39;s also satellite campuses for&nbsp;RMIT University and Monash University.

ID_Land’s latest Brunswick development, Canvas offers residents a premier home with breathtaking vista's

Walking Tour: What's within walking distance from Canvas Brunswick

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<a href="/buildings/canvas-272-barkly-street-brunswick">Canvas Brunswick</a> is the latest development from award-winning developers <a href="/developers/id-land" target="_blank">ID_LAND</a>, which we were recently invited to take a tour of. The exceptional collection of homes have been designed by <a href="/architects/rothelowman" target="_blank">Rothelowman</a>, with interiors by Hecker Guthrie.

Check out our video tour:

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<h2>CANVAS BRUNSWICK AT A GLANCE</h2>

Developer: ID Land

Architect: Rothelowman

Interior design: Hecker Guthrie

Location: 272 Barkly Street, Brunswick VIC 3056

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Canvas has been designed to reflect Brunswick's industrial past with a modern concrete facade, allowing the structure to seamlessly complement the surrounding landscape.

This sustainable, future-focused development is situated in the heart of Brunswick, with the masterplan designed to cultivate a close-knit community of residents, with shared spaces for both socialising and relaxing.

All homes are equipped with integrated Fisher &amp; Paykel appliances, European oak joinery, Terrazzo tiles and matte black tapware. Each kitchen boasts ample built-in storage space, perfect for entertaining.

The main living space is generous in size, with upgrade options including concealed storage and the luxurious addition of LED strip lighting.

Bathrooms are clean and timeless, with the same modern matt black tapware as the kitchen, and a combination of intricate olive-green or matte white mosaic tiles in the shower. The bathrooms are effortlessly modern with wall hung vanity, concealed cisterns and expansive mirrors. 

The bedrooms include plush grey carpet, with wall-spanning wardrobes, fit with bespoke drawers and minimalist black hardware.

Sustainable living is made easy with no gas connection to any apartment, making them 100% fossil fuel free.

The limited selection of floorplans comprises of 1, 2 &amp; 3 bedroom configurations. 

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Canvas offers Australia's first BigPlans walkthrough floorplan which showcases a full-scale apartment, giving buyers an innovative display experience and a greater visualisation of what their home will be like upon completion.

With a Walk Score of 97/100, everything you could need is at your doorstep. Canvas is surrounded by shops and cafes and is just a three-minute walk to the nearest tram stop and just five minutes to Princes Park or Jewell Station.

And the communal rooftop garden provides a relaxing space for residents to unwind and take in the stunning urban view of the Melbourne skyline.

Canvas offers a great opportunity to buy into one of Melbourne's most coveted inner-northern suburbs. If you'd like to learn more about the apartments available for sale, <a href="/buildings/canvas-272-barkly-street-brunswick">enquire today via Urban</a>.

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