<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/urban-property-group">Urban Property Group</a> has revealed plans for a new mixed-use tower at 10 Dangar Street, Wickham, advancing a proposal that would reshape the southern gateway to Newcastle’s city centre with one of the city’s tallest residential buildings.

The State Significant Development proposal, now on exhibition, seeks approval for a <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/bowline-10-dangar-street-wickham-nsw-2293">43-storey tower</a> immediately adjacent to the Newcastle Interchange. The project would deliver around 200 apartments, including 42 affordable housing dwellings, alongside 99 co-living units, a 171-room hotel, retail space, and new public domain integrated through the site.

The scheme marks a significant escalation of plans previously approved for the site. Urban Property Group took over the prominent 2,904 sqm parcel, where excavation and demolition had already commenced under an earlier consent for a 14-storey mixed-use development.

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Designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/sjb-architects">SJB</a>, the tower has been conceived as a landmark transit-oriented development anchored to the Newcastle Interchange precinct. The proposal includes 245 build-to-sell apartments across a mix of one, two, and three-bedroom residences, as well as two penthouses. Fifteen apartments and one operational unit are earmarked for NDIS housing. The co-living component would add a further 99 units, while the podium would accommodate retail uses and hotel facilities.

SJB said the site presents “a valuable opportunity to anchor the precinct by setting the standard for design, active ground planes and character at the key southern gateway.”

The architecture responds directly to the site’s position beside major transport infrastructure and within one of Newcastle’s fastest-evolving urban renewal precincts. The tower form sits above a sculpted podium designed to frame new public spaces, including a through-site pedestrian link connecting Station Street to Hannell Street, landscaped plazas, and activated retail edges.

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The design report describes the project as part of the broader transition of Wickham into “a vibrant, high-quality mixed-use urban precinct” that leverages proximity to the station, open space, and regional connectivity.

A detailed public art strategy has also been prepared for the development. The strategy positions the project as “a transit-oriented development of state significance at the gateway to Newcastle’s city centre” and outlines a series of integrated artworks responding to Newcastle’s industrial and transport heritage.

Creative Road’s curatorial framework for the project, titled Unveil, draws on “stratified surfaces, carved volumes, and light-filled apertures” while referencing Newcastle’s transformation from an industrial city into a contemporary education and technology hub.

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The proposal is being advanced through the NSW Housing Delivery Authority pathway after being declared State Significant Development in June 2025. The accompanying scoping report states the development aims to “maximise the site’s proximity to the Newcastle Interchange by delivering transit-oriented development” while increasing housing supply and affordable housing provision within the Newcastle LGA.

Urban Property Group’s plans align with the long-term strategic vision established under the Wickham Master Plan, which identified the interchange precinct as suitable for substantial uplift in height and density. The current proposal would significantly intensify that vision, positioning the tower among the tallest developments proposed for Newcastle.

The site sits immediately north of the Newcastle Interchange, bounded by Dangar Street, Hannell Street, and Charles Street. It is surrounded by a rapidly growing cluster of residential towers and mixed-use projects that have emerged following the completion of the light rail and transport interchange.

Joel Robinson

First look: Urban Property Group unveils Newcastle’s latest tower at Wickham interchange

Bottega House has completed settlement of a landmark riverfront site in Macquarie Street, St Lucia, representing its first major Brisbane development.&nbsp;

Positioned on the banks of the Brisbane River, the <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/180-macquarie-street-st-lucia-qld-4067">premium site at 180 Macquarie Street</a> features uninterrupted river frontage in one of Brisbane’s most tightly held residential precincts.&nbsp;

The proposed development, currently under assessment with Brisbane City Council, has been designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/plus-studio">Plus Studio</a> with interiors by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/interior-designers/mim-design">Mim Design</a> and will deliver a boutique collection of premium residences positioned specifically for owner occupiers and downsizers.&nbsp;

The residences are set to redefine luxury apartment living in the area, with a focus on architectural quality, refined finishes, landscape integration and elevated amenities including curated wellness facilities, resort-style pools and recreation spaces rarely seen in the local market.&nbsp;

Exclusive sales for the project will be led by Keenan &amp; Byrne, ahead of an anticipated launch later this year.&nbsp;

Bottega House Managing Director Nick Malloch said the project reflects the group’s ambition to deliver a highly curated residential offering within one of Brisbane’s most tightly held precincts.&nbsp;

“This is an incredibly rare riverfront opportunity and one we have approached with a long-term perspective,” Malloch said.&nbsp;

“Our vision from the outset was to create a boutique collection of residences that feel more like private homes than traditional apartments, with generous proportions, refined finishes and exceptional amenity throughout."

Malloch says there is a&nbsp;lack of premium owner-occupier stock of this quality in the market, particularly for downsizers wanting space, privacy and a true lifestyle offering without compromise.&nbsp;

"Demand is expected to be strong given the scarcity of premium riverfront opportunities of this nature within Brisbane’s inner-west."&nbsp;

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The arrival of the first piling rig officially marks the commencement of construction at SIERA’s new beachside apartment development, Exhale, in Northcliffe.

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/exhale-surfers-paradise-8-enderley-avenue-surfers-paradise-qld-4217">Exhale</a>, a glass-encased tower featuring 54 large-scale apartments at 8 Enderley Avenue, is SIERA’s third Gold Coast development. It follows the recently completed PIPIS Bilinga beachfront project, which achieved suburb-record prices, and the soon-to-be-completed Chevron Island development, Tapestry.

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<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/siera">SIERA</a> Founder and Managing Director Brent Thompson said the arrival of the piling rig represented a significant milestone for the development, which is scheduled for completion in late 2028.

Over the next month, around 260 piles are expected to be installed as work progresses on the basement structure. The building is anticipated to rise above ground level early next year, before unveiling its sculptural glass curtain wall, developed in collaboration with specialist façade engineers.

“The façade was designed to maximise panoramic coastal views while creating a distinctive architectural identity,” Thompson said.

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Designed by BDA Architecture, Exhale will comprise just 54 two- and three-bedroom residences across 26 levels, a level of low-density living rarely delivered in this beachside pocket between Surfers Paradise and Broadbeach.

The project has been conceived as a resident-only building, with no short-stay accommodation permitted. SIERA says the model is intended to appeal to long-term owner-occupiers rather than transient holiday demand.

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Residences have been designed with large-format layouts and expansive glazing, with most apartments featuring more than 30 metres of glass frontage to maximise natural light and ocean views.

The amenity offering spans two levels and centres on wellness and lifestyle, including a heated magnesium pool, sauna, yoga and Pilates studio, gymnasium, private dining facilities, cinema lounge, and dedicated surfcraft storage.

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More than half of the apartments have already sold. SIERA has also opened a sales gallery for Exhale at its Chevron Island commercial premises, near its Tapestry tower and the site of its second Chevron Island apartment development, which is slated to launch in early 2027.
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SIERA kicks off construction at Northcliffe tower Exhale

Local Little Bay residents, along with buyers from premium postcodes across Sydney’s affluent Eastern Suburbs, have dominated purchases in developer-builder Urban Property Group’s first Eastern Suburbs apartment development, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/este-little-bay-jennifer-street-little-bay-nsw-2036">ESTE Little Bay</a>.

The $250 million coastal project, one of the first new developments in the area in several years, has proven particularly popular with downsizers, especially those from Coogee and Bondi. One Double Bay downsizer paid $4.7 million for a four-bedroom penthouse, setting a new local apartment price record in the process.

Buyers have been attracted to the combination of coastal tranquillity, premium design and amenity-rich neighbourhood living. The walkable village setting, along with proximity to three of Sydney’s leading golf courses, New South Wales Golf Club, St Michael’s Golf Club and The Coast Golf Club, has also been a key drawcard.

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Built across two low-rise buildings designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/hill-thalis-architecture-urban-projects-pty-ltd">Hill Thalis</a> and set along a lush, landscaped green spine, designed by leading landscape architect <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/landscape-architect/arcadia-landscape-architecture">Arcadia</a>, ESTE Little Bay offers a collection of one, two, three and four-bedroom residences with interiors by Richards Stanisich.

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/urban-property-group">Urban Property Group</a> Sales Director, Tom McIvor said the response to ESTE has been "nothing short of extraordinary."

“Buyers have been quick to recognise ESTE as a rare opportunity to invest in a coastal sanctuary that offers both seclusion and connectivity to the heart of Sydney,” McIvor said.

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<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/project-marketer/srm-residential">SRM Residential</a> Senior Director, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/project-marketer/srm-residential">Clayton Ross</a> said the local market has responded incredibly well, driven by ESTE’s exceptional location and the rarity it offers.

“We’ve seen strong interest from a variety of buyer groups, all of whom are drawn to the exclusivity and quality of the build and construction by the 4.5-star iCIRT-rated builder / developer, Urban Property Group. There’s truly nothing else like it along Sydney’s coastline.”

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The project also includes robust buyer protections, including Resilience Insurance’s Latent Defects Insurance, providing 10 years of structural cover, and an independent iCIRT-rating of the developer.

“The iCIRT-rating adds another layer of confidence,” Ross added. “Buyers see it as a safeguard for their investment and their lifestyle.” A highlight of ESTE’s offering is its exclusive wellness amenities, including a heated rooftop infinity pool and outdoor heated spa, a state-of-the-art Technogym fitness centre, and a sauna.

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/este-little-bay-jennifer-street-little-bay-nsw-2036">ESTE Little Bay</a> is topped out and is on track to complete towards the end of 2026, with residents moving in before Christmas.

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Eastern Suburbs buyers snap up ESTE Little Bay apartments

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

Elenberg Fraser

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Council planners have paved the way for a substantial residential development within the Highpoint Major Activity Centre.

Last week Council ruled upon the proposal that accounts for an amalgamated 4,928 square metre site at 19-21 White Street. It represents the first application lodged for the immediate area since the land was rezoned into a mixed-use setting, and gained in-principle support from Maribyrnong City Council planners.

Council's City Development Special Committee considered the proposal last week for the site which runs off Rosamond Road, and which seeks to replace two large warehouses.

19-21 White Street sees developer Hengmao Australia and Elenberg Fraser converge once more; Hengmao Australia had a hand in <a href="https://www.hengmaoaustralia.com/projects">South Yarra's Lucia Apartments</a> which was designed by Elenberg Fraser. Whilst that project included 448 apartments, 19-21 White Street is set to yield a more modest 268 apartments.

<h2>19-21 White Street application summary</h2>

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<li>Expected development cost: $80 million</li>
	<li>Site area: 4,928 square metres with 70.3 metre frontage</li>
	<li>12 storey mixed-use building: maximum building height of 41 metres</li>
	<li>268 dwellings: 75 x 1BR, 173 x 2BR, 20 x 3BR</li>
	<li>2 tenancies: 881 square metres</li>
	<li>Communal open space &amp; amenities: 1026 square metres</li>
	<li>2 basement levels: 363 car spaces &amp; 140 bicycles</li>
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<h2>First in for design </h2>

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The proposed development is the first ‘cab of the rank’ in this precinct of the Highpoint Major Activity Centre and sets a benchmark for a high quality design that should be used as an example in future development proposals.

The provision of a public plaza, visually interesting façade and provision of an active frontage with retail space at ground level should be applauded. The application also involves the consolidation of three lots which has attributed to the high quality design and equitable development opportunities for adjoining sites.

Site consolidation is also specifically encouraged by Council policy at this location.

The significant landscaping at podium level further softens the form and draws the attention away from the taller element. It is acknowledged that without the proposed separation, landscaping, site consolidation and recessed nature the additional height would have not been supported.
<cite>Report to Maribyrnong's City Development Special Committee</cite>
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<figcaption>Going green at street level. Planning image: Elenberg Fraser</figcaption></figure><h2>Excellence over height</h2>

Despite a preferred height of ten storeys, planners saw fit to gloss over the extra two levels incorporated into the design.

Principally they believe that 19-21 White Street will set a design precedent for future projects within the activity centre. Site consolidation, building separation, a recessed taller element above the podium and an overall high architectural quality are stand out aspects of the H-shaped design.

Council planners also lauded the overall quality of finishes incorporated across the design, labelling the architectural expression "bold and striking." Pewter-coloured glazing dominates, supported by dark grey painted concrete and silver powder-coated metal screening. 

Surrounded by big-box retail outlets for the foreseeable future, the White Street proposal also includes two large-scale retail tenancies at ground level, with the larger tenancy at approximately 600 square metres.
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Hengmao Australia moves on Maribyrnong's activity centre

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Located at 54 A'beckett Street, the 55-storey Avant has topped out months ahead of schedule, with builder Probuild citing its use of its innovative construction methodology – The Probuild Construction System (PCS) -  as a key factor in achieving this significant milestone.

Designed by Elenberg Fraser for Singaporean developer World Class Global, Avant will upon completion feature 456 residential apartments comprising a mix of one, two and three bedrooms.

The 167m high tower boasts 18,500m2 of distinctive façade with custom coloured glazing and feature diagrid fins that envelop the entire building. Currently installed to level 51, this façade was directly procured by Probuild from premium suppliers in China.

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We’re delivering a lot of the future Melbourne skyline right now. With so many high-rise projects on the go, you develop expertise and get very efficient at what you do.

The PCS is our efficiency methodology borrowed from the automotive industry. They’ve been doing this for years. We’re currently in development linking our supply chain system, with IOT monitoring and digital payment system both integrated. It’s a very exciting time in construction.

“The level of efficiency we’re seeing at Avant is equally impressive. PCS has again enabled us to top out months ahead of schedule, and it’s looking like we’ll be handing over to our client World Class Global well in advance as well. 

 - Probuild Victorian Managing Director, Luke Stambolis
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Avant joins a growing suite of other towers delivered or under construction by Probuild in the northern CBD including MY80, its sister building Empire, Victoria One and Aurora Melbourne Central, which will become the tallest tower in the Melbourne CBD.

Architects Elenberg Fraser describe the tower's lace-like facade as reminiscent of fishnets, with the colour of the glazing inspired by their client's family jewellery business. The tower's corners are also chamfered within each facade segment, emphasising the lattice's pattern while also addressing wind concerns. With the neighbouring MY80 building in close proximity, directional fins have been applied to provide privacy while still maintaining views out.

<blockquote>
We weren’t afraid to bring logic to the foreground of Avant – our new slender, 55 storey residential tower on A’Beckett Street. The structural elements that govern the building’s massing are articulated through a geometric pattern spread across the building’s surface.

This distinctive façade clearly shows the structural density is compressed into the base of the building, stretching out to the top. But Avant has a softer side as well: the lace-like exo skeleton and chamfered corners create a delicate fishnet effect – our formula? Super structure + super graphic = super surface.

There is even a story behind the vivid violet glazing – a nod to the heritage of the developer World Class Land and their parent company Aspial, whose family jewellery business patented the precious alloys to create purple gold.

- Elenberg Fraser
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Probuild is scheduled to hand over 203 apartments, up to level 29 this month before handing over the remaining 253 apartments – along with three levels of residential communal amenities - to Wold Class Global in mid-2018.

PROJECT TEAM

<ul>
<li>Client :World Class Global</li>
	<li>Architect : Elenberg Fraser </li>
	<li>Builder : Probuild</li>
	<li>Project Manager : Sinclair Brook</li>
	<li>Town Planner : Urbis</li>
	<li>Building Surveyor : PLP</li>
	<li>Civil Engineer: WSP</li>
	<li>Fire Engineer: Omni Energy</li>
	<li>Land Surveyor : Reeds </li>
	<li>Quantity Surveyor : WT Partnership </li>
	<li>Services Engineer : Murchie Consulting</li>
	<li>Acoustic Engineer : Murchie Consulting</li>
	<li>Landscape Architect : Tract</li>
	<li>Waste Consultant : Leigh Design</li>
	<li>ESD Consultant : Murchie Consulting</li>
	<li>Wind Engineer : Mel Consultants</li>
	<li>Traffic Engineer: TTM Consulting</li>
	<li>Structural Engineer : WSP Structures</li>
	<li>Mechanical Engineer : Murchie Consulting </li>
	<li>Hydraulic Engineer : Murchie Consulting</li>
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Laurence Dragomir

Probuild tops out World Class Global's Avant ahead of schedule

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City of Port Phillip will this week indicate that it has sufficient reason to object to two pending projects in Port Melbourne.

17 Rocklea Drive and 365-391 Plummer Street are both within the Wirraway Precinct of Fishermans Bend, and both projects are under the authority of the Minister for Planning. Nonetheless it has been recommended by internal planners that City of Port Phillip denies support for either application in their respective current forms.

The two proposals are controlled by separate entities, although it's been <a href="http://www.smh.com.au/business/property/third-street-plans-135b-in-fishermans-bend-projects-20170314-guxsae">reported </a>that Malvern-based Third Street is the developer of both projects, with Elenberg Fraser the common architect. The duo collaborated for Third Street's first Fishermans Bend project, dubbed <a href="/buildings/pm-port-melbourne-320-plummer-street-port-melbourne">PM Port Melbourne</a> which is approaching a construction start.

<figure><a class="colorbox colorbox-insert-image" href="https://res.cloudinary.com/dz9xllyip/image/fetch/q_auto:good/https://s3-ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/www.urban.com.au/s3fs-public/pictures/article-images/image52_5.jpg" rel="gallery-all" title="Elenberg Fraser's Plummer Street scheme."><img alt="" class="image-article-full-width-580px" height="341" src="/sites/urban.melbourne/files/styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/image52_5.jpg?itok=bLqf0x0X" title="Elenberg Fraser's Plummer Street scheme." width="580"></a>

<figcaption>Elenberg Fraser's Plummer Street scheme.</figcaption></figure>In its current guise, 365-391 Plummer Street consists of 1,188 apartments backed by 985 car parks over three separate towers. A restaurant, café, sensory retreat, numerous retail spaces and supermarket support the residences; although there has been no provision for an affordable housing component.

Almost half the apartments are designated as single bedroom abodes (582), with the balance consisting of 494 dual bedroom and 112 triple bedroom dwellings.

Plans for the 19,410 square metre site nominates a new through block of 2,673 square metres as the development's public open space.

With 18 storeys above three ‘mezzanine’ storeys, 17 Rocklea Drive has a considerably smaller number of apartments planned. SoHo office/dwellings and apartments amount to 224, split between 131 single bedroom, 66 dual bedroom and  27 triple bedroom dwellings.

A cinema, health club, yoga room, oversized dining room, garden lounge, communal landscaped terrace, sky lounge, library, business club, meeting room, skyline pool, jacuzzi, and rooftop landscaped outdoor area headline the project's considerable amenities.

365-391 Plummer Street's Floor Area Ratio stands at 6.94:1, whilst 17 Rocklea Drive's is lower at 5.66:1.

<figure><a class="colorbox colorbox-insert-image" href="https://res.cloudinary.com/dz9xllyip/image/fetch/q_auto:good/https://s3-ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/www.urban.com.au/s3fs-public/pictures/article-images/image53_4.jpg" rel="gallery-all" title="Elenberg Fraser have conceived Rockley Drive."><img alt="" class="image-article-full-width-580px" height="475" src="/sites/urban.melbourne/files/styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/image53_4.jpg?itok=vzrsKO01" title="Elenberg Fraser have conceived Rockley Drive." width="580"></a>

<figcaption>Elenberg Fraser have conceived Rockley Drive.</figcaption></figure>Although nominally against both projects in their current forms, City of Port Phillip have included a set of draft conditions for both in the likelihood that they will eventually gain approval.

For the Plummer Street development, Council has cited concerns in relation to "the amenity of dwellings including daylight access and outlook, lack of affordable housing and 3 bedroom dwellings, parking provision and design, loading and waste collection, bike parking provision and design, and sustainability."

City of Port Phillip has attached standard draft conditions to their report in order to assist VCAT should they determine to approve the proposal; these conditions are primarily focused on the inclusion of an affordable housing aspect. Beyond that Council has chosen to refrain from other conditions, citing the complexity of the application.

A number of issues surrounding Rocklea Drive pertain to "building height exceeding the mandatory maximum number of storeys, car park design...lack of diversity in housing types and sizes, wind impacts adjacent to and within the site, lack of affordable housing." Council also believes these issues can be ameliorated by conditions which would see the proposal modified.
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SP Setia's golden touch looks to have taken a literal turn as the developer prepares to launch UNO Melbourne.

111 A'Beckett Street will be home to the mixed-use tower, after SP Setia concluded a deal to purchase the site from Singaporean developer Tong Eng for $61 million mid this year. The project is appearing across a number of websites in an all gold finish, differing from the approved version which was to have utilised a tinted performance glazing system resulting in a multicoloured facade.

Urban.com.au was <a href="/news/tong-eng-groups-dazzling-210-metre-entry-into-the-australian-market">first to bring the Elenberg Fraser-designed tower to light</a> during 2015. 

UNO Melbourne is set to join no less than six major skyscrapers designed by Elenberg Fraser in the immediate vicinity. Adjoining SP Setia's pending A'Beckett Street tower is EQ.Tower; at 63 levels it is another Elenberg Fraser product.

<figure><a class="colorbox colorbox-insert-image" href="https://res.cloudinary.com/dz9xllyip/image/fetch/q_auto:good/https://s3-ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/www.urban.com.au/s3fs-public/pictures/article-images/image14uno.jpg" rel="gallery-all" title="UNO Melbourne will see a mixed-use outcome. Image: Yeeyi"><img alt="" class="image-article-full-width-580px" height="322" src="/sites/urban.melbourne/files/styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/image14uno.jpg?itok=Na8dPckZ" title="UNO Melbourne will see a mixed-use outcome. Image: Yeeyi" width="580"></a>

<figcaption>UNO Melbourne will see a mixed-use outcome. Image: Platinum Realty Investment Group</figcaption></figure>The tower will span 210 metres in height and consist of approximately 60,000sqm of floor area. SP Setia's purchase of the site with a permit which was granted prior to reworked planning controls has allowed for UNO Melbourne to maintain a roughly 35:1 plot ratio, far above the preferred current 24:1 ratio.

Apartments aside, the image above suggests that SP Setia have chosen to include a hotel across the tower's lower levels.

<a href="/buildings/uno-melbourne-117-abeckett-street-melbourne">UNO Melbourne</a> will rise behind the retained facade of the Commonwealth Motors building, which is finished in an Art Deco-style. As shown above, the lower sections of the tower are likely to include amenities such as a hotel club, conference facilities and a childcare centre.

Traditional apartments take over thereafter, bisected by a level 40 sky lounge and capped by a level 64 wellness centre.

<figure><a class="colorbox colorbox-insert-image" href="https://res.cloudinary.com/dz9xllyip/image/fetch/q_auto:good/https://s3-ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/www.urban.com.au/s3fs-public/pictures/article-images/image17_17.jpg" rel="gallery-all" title="Indicative finishes within the tower. Image: Raeon"><img alt="" class="image-article-full-width-580px" height="518" src="/sites/urban.melbourne/files/styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/image17_17.jpg?itok=gLGbONRP" title="Indicative finishes within the tower. Image: Raeon" width="580"></a>

<figcaption>Indicative finishes within the tower. Image: Raeon</figcaption></figure>The sky lounge is set to include a library, music room, games room, cinema and dining area. UNO Wellness as it has been dubbed on level 64 includes a heated pool, sauna, steam room, yoga studio and gym.

Apartments with UNO Melbourne as shown on early advertising material would include one, two and three bedroom options, with study add-ons also available. Apartments are expected to range in size between 51sqm and 111sqm.

SP Setia have an operational website for UNO Melbourne and according to online platforms the project has an expected completion date of late 2021.

<figure><a class="colorbox colorbox-insert-image" href="https://res.cloudinary.com/dz9xllyip/image/fetch/q_auto:good/https://s3-ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/www.urban.com.au/s3fs-public/pictures/article-images/image18_20.jpg" rel="gallery-all" title="A view to Melbourne's north. Image: Raeon"><img alt="" class="image-article-full-width-580px" height="360" src="/sites/urban.melbourne/files/styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/image18_20.jpg?itok=T-9HDje5" title="A view to Melbourne's north. Image: Raeon" width="580"></a>

<figcaption>A view to Melbourne's north. Image: Raeon</figcaption></figure>
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SP Setia closes in on Melbourne's next major tower release

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Crema Group is the driving force behind the purchase of 8 Palmerston Crescent, South Melbourne which was successfully sold by Colliers earlier this year. Perhaps better known as home to Pink Palace, the 908sqm island site has gone to planning with the expectation of another high-rise for this burgeoning pocket of South Melbourne.

Bids for the site closed during March, having been offered for sale for the first time in 30 years. Reportedly sold for approximately $15 million, Crema Group is spearheading redevelopment efforts for the site under entity Palmerston Crescent Development Pty Ltd.

Designed by Elenberg Fraser, plans for the mixed-use tower were lodged with City of Port Phillip during July.

<figure><a class="colorbox colorbox-insert-image" href="https://res.cloudinary.com/dz9xllyip/image/fetch/q_auto:good/https://s3-ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/www.urban.com.au/s3fs-public/pictures/article-images/image17pp.jpg" rel="gallery-all" title="Perspective of the development's ground floor restaurant. Planning image: Elenberg Fraser"><img alt="" class="image-article-full-width-580px" height="247" src="/sites/urban.melbourne/files/styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/image17pp.jpg?itok=N3JZyH6e" title="Perspective of the development's ground floor restaurant. Planning image: Elenberg Fraser" width="580"></a>

<figcaption>Perspective of the development's ground floor restaurant. Planning image: Elenberg Fraser.</figcaption></figure>Expected is an 18-storey, 64m building above 6 basement levels. Included within the basement is a wine cellar.

433sqm across the ground floor is committed to food and drink premises, whilst the tower's podium is dedicated to 3,300sqm of office space and amenities. Thereafter 44 apartments are split between 36 two-bedroom apartments, 6 three-bedrooms apartments and dual penthouses; both span 236sqm.

The design's excessive level of amenity versus the limited number of larger apartments (internals floorplans begin at 118sqm) hints at the project being positioned for owner-occupiers. Recent projects such as GURNER's Albert Place Residences nearby found immediate sales success, particularly with downsizers. Incidentally Elenberg Fraser was also the design lead behind that project.

A 413sqm rooftop lounge and pool crown 8 Palmerston Crescent.

For Crema Group, 8 Palmerston Crescent shapes as the next step in meeting Melbourne's heightened desire for oversized apartments. The developer/builder is currently building a luxury end-to-end development dubbed Derby Place in Kew.

<h2>Elenberg Fraser dominance</h2>

Whilst Crema Group pushes into South Melbourne, architect Elenberg Fraser is right at home in the precinct. According to the Apartments.com.au Project Database, the design practice currently has five additional projects in development in close proximity of 8 Palmerston Crescent.

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<figcaption>Elenberg Fraser's current work.</figcaption></figure>Designed by Elenberg Fraser, <a href="/buildings/park-ave-39-park-street-south-melbourne">37-43 Park Street</a>, <a href="/new-apartments/13-21-palmerston-crescent-south-melbourne">13-21 Palmerston Crescent</a> and <a href="/new-apartments/first-light-28-albert-road-south-melbourne">28-32 Albert Road</a> all hold approval. <a href="/buildings/74-eastern-road-south-melbourne">74 Eastern Road</a>'s wave-like facade is nearing construction completion and <a href="/buildings/albert-place-7-bowen-crescent-south-melbourne">Albert Place Residences</a> has moved to demolition, with an eye toward an immediate construction start thereafter.

All in all Elenberg Fraser are responsible for the creation of in excess of 700 apartments in the precinct.

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Crema Group sizes up another tower for South Melbourne

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Long at planning, 478-488 Elizabeth Street has come away from the approvals process with a permit.

Earlier this month the final stamp of approval was granted for the project, after a stint at VCAT which resulted in the appeals body issuing an order to approve the development during late August. The final result sees an Elenberg Fraser-designed tower in excess of 60 levels permitted on site consisting of apartments, a hotel component and retail tenancies at ground level. 

478-488 Elizabeth Street slots in between the completed 226 metre Vision Apartments and the under construction Victoria One at 241 metres, and would further intensify the emerging 'wall' of skyscrapers that have created a new backdrop around Queen Victoria Market.

<figure><a class="colorbox colorbox-insert-image" href="https://res.cloudinary.com/dz9xllyip/image/fetch/q_auto:good/https://s3-ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/www.urban.com.au/s3fs-public/pictures/article-images/image2478.jpg" rel="gallery-all" title="The site's initial vision and CBRE City Sale's now sold outcome"><img alt="" class="image-article-full-width-580px" height="392" src="/sites/urban.melbourne/files/styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/image2478.jpg?itok=tLdO-Ajz" title="The site's initial vision and CBRE City Sale's now sold outcome" width="580"></a>

<figcaption>The site's initial vision and CBRE City Sale's now sold outcome</figcaption></figure>The project was refused by Planning Minister Richard Wynne during February of this year, with a visit to VCAT ensuing.

478-488 Elizabeth Street's tilt at approval took an unusual turn during the planning process, seeing CBRE City Sales appointed by then developer L1-2013 Pty Ltd to sell the site subject to attaining a permit. An International Expressions of Interest campaign was held some months ago.

CBRE City Sales have now completed the sale of the 1,172sqm site, with the new owner picking up the right to develop the mixed-use tower. 

So while the new owner of the Elizabeth Street site takes the chocolates, it seems that RJ International (Aust) Pty Ltd's bid to redevelop Southbank's Tea House complex is more a case of boiled lollies. Earlier this month the application, which Apartments.com.au <a href="/news/tea-for-two-southbanks-historic-tea-house-up-for-a-towering-addition">first brought to light</a>, was moved from the State planning register to that of Council's.

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<figcaption>28 Clarendon Street will not receive a tower of this size as orignally planned</figcaption></figure>This implies that the initial 39 level submission at 145 metres and with a GFA of 35,035sqm has shrunk considerably. Below the 25,000sqm mark, City of Melbourne becomes the responsible authority.

An amended application has indeed been noted during the approvals process.

Geelong-based architecture firm CLWA and heritage architects Lovell Chen conceived the originally submitted design, incorporating 312 hotel suites, 38 supersized apartments, various amenities and an internally reworked Tea House which would compliment the tower's intended use.

What the new plans for the 2,948sqm site entail remains to be seen.
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Elizabeth Street wins approval, Clarendon Street goes back to the drawing board

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As construction progresses on its initial two Melbourne developments, UEM Sunrise is launching its third local project which shapes as a very definitive presence in Melbourne's high-end apartment market.

Mayfair will account for an existing commercial complex at 412 St Kilda Road. In its place, a $330 million Zaha Hadid Architects-inspired residential tower will rise with only 158 apartments included.

With the St Kilda Road precinct already heavy with apartment projects in development, UEM Sunrise have sought to place Mayfair at the pointy end of the pack. Mayfair's features will include private lift lobbies, a 24-hour concierge service and the opportunity to include custom-designed signature Zaha Hadid pieces within the apartments.

UEM Sunrise have sought to reinterpret the concept of ‘luxury’ from the idea of "ornamental embellishments, the adornment of space and the display of wealth and ostentation."

With Mayfair, UEM Sunrise has chosen to highlight the "unique experiences, personalisation and a sense of place. Mayfair exudes that next level of elegance, appealing to discerning buyers who wish to be a part of a living, breathing piece of Zaha Hadid art.”

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<figcaption>Mayfair by Zaha Hadid adorns the lobby space</figcaption></figure><h2>What they say</h2>

<blockquote>
We wanted to create a landmark that is equally innovative and spectacular to its predecessors, if not more. We are extremely excited to launch Mayfair with internationally acclaimed Zaha Hadid Architects and Australian-based architecture practice, Elenberg Fraser.

The world’s most liveable city remains a key focus for UEM Sunrise, and Mayfair will add a legacy building to both St Kilda Road and Melbourne’s skyline that is unmatched by others, reinforcing our longstanding commitment to delivering sterling living spaces that resonate with Melbourne’s stature as a truly international city.
<cite>Anwar Syahrin Abdul Ajib: UEM Sunrise Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer</cite>
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The location on St Kilda Road is another drawcard for buyers looking to make the move from established inner-city suburbs. Buyers looking for a complete lifestyle change for their encore years want nothing but the best – they want to walk to the theatre precinct, pop into the city for work or go shopping, and spend their leisure time at the nearby gardens and golf courses.

The breath-taking panoramic views of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Shrine of Remembrance, Albert Park and Port Phillip Bay remind them that they are not just in the heart of the action, but that they own a piece of Melbourne’s prime real estate.
<cite>Peter Kudelka: Director at Kay &amp; Burton</cite>
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<figcaption>Mayfair's luxury rooftop</figcaption></figure>With the St Kilda Road precinct already heavy with premium apartment projects, Mayfair has been billed as offering "a new lifestyle previously unseen in the city’s ever-growing residential landscape, featuring bespoke residences and penthouses."

The 158 apartments range between one and five bedrooms, and from 70 square metres to 556 square metres for penthouses dubbed the Zaha Signature Suites. Pricing is reflective of the project's intended stature, starting from $823,000 and moving on up to $13.1 million for the very <a href="/new-apartments/the-mayfair-412-st-kilda-road-melbourne">best dwelling within Mayfair</a>.

Construction is due to begin during the first half of 2018, placing the project in the midst of a luxury-driven mini development boom which is occurring along St Kilda Road and Queens Road.

Developments such as Opera, K1 Residences, Victoriana and Albert Place Residences have all placed themselves at the luxury end of the market in the precinct.
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UEM Sunrise adds Mayfair to the ultra-luxury apartment circle

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One of Melbourne's larger infill developments is progressing somewhat under the radar in Williamstown.

Mere kilometres from the CBD, Waterline Place within the bayside suburb is gathering momentum as developer AV Jennings pushes through with the delivery of near on 600 townhouses and apartments in total. Holding a nominal value of $450 million, Waterline Place marked the traditionally greenfield developer's push into Melbourne's apartment market.

Having acquired the sprawling site which was formerly the Port Phillip Woollen Mill and historic Oriental Hotel. AV Jennings now has Waterline Place in full development mode.

First residents were onsite last month within Rosny. The SJB Architects-designed apartment building of some 71 apartments was completed by builder LU Simon at the turn of July, with an adjoining townhouse aspect all bar complete.

According to AV Jennings' recent ASX release, Rosny achieved total presales for the 71 apartments of $42 million, with "the mix of predominantly 1 bedroom plus study and 2 bedroom apartments sold for between $355,000 and $1,200,000."

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<figcaption>Rosny apartments at the point of completion</figcaption></figure>With Rosny complete, AV Jennings will shift focus to <a href="/buildings/gem-25-windsor-terrace-williamstown">Gem apartments</a> at Waterline Place and further townhouses fronting Kanowna Street.

Gem shapes the precinct's largest development to date, incorporating 92 new apartments and penthouses. The work of design practice Elenberg Fraser, Gem spans 10 levels and includes 28 single, 36 dual and 28 three-bedroom apartments, with the largest spanning 132sqm.

The building garnered its name from the Gem paddle steamer that ferried people from Williamstown to Port Melbourne during the mid to late 1800's. 

In terms of construction, contractor Buildcorp Commercial has carried out early works for Gem.

<figure><a class="colorbox colorbox-insert-image" href="https://res.cloudinary.com/dz9xllyip/image/fetch/q_auto:good/https://s3-ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/www.urban.com.au/s3fs-public/pictures/article-images/image22_8.jpg" rel="gallery-all" title="Gem is the latest building at sales. Image: AV Jennings"><img alt="" class="image-article-full-width-580px" height="298" src="/sites/urban.melbourne/files/styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/image22_8.jpg?itok=OpGkpR9K" title="Gem is the latest building at sales. Image: AV Jennings" width="580"></a>

<figcaption>Gem is the latest building at sales. Image: AV Jennings</figcaption></figure>In line with their work upon Waterline Place's masterplan vision, Elenberg Fraser is also responsible for Lot 8 which shapes as the next apartment building in waiting within the precinct. 

Incorporated are 62 apartments within the building which carries a NSA of 5,081sqm. In the project's current configuration, apartments are split between 8 single, 41 dual and 13 triple bedroom apartments, and are supplemented by 83 car parking spaces and 62 bicycle spaces.

From a design perspective, Elenberg Fraser has referenced nautical shapes and strong horizontality above the podium to create an undulating outcome.

A communal rooftop terrace is included in order to take full advantage of the unimpeded views directly east over Port Phillip Bay.

<figure><a class="colorbox colorbox-insert-image" href="https://res.cloudinary.com/dz9xllyip/image/fetch/q_auto:good/https://s3-ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/www.urban.com.au/s3fs-public/pictures/article-images/image20_10.jpg" rel="gallery-all" title="Lot 8 is currently at planning. Planning image: Elenberg Fraser "><img alt="" class="image-article-full-width-580px" height="301" src="/sites/urban.melbourne/files/styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/image20_10.jpg?itok=LEmQUnet" title="Lot 8 is currently at planning. Planning image: Elenberg Fraser " width="580"></a>

<figcaption>Lot 8 is currently at planning. Planning image: Elenberg Fraser</figcaption></figure>Beyond Lot 8 above, 15 townhouses are also in the pipeline for Lot 4 which fronts Nelson Place. Adjoining the Titanic theatre at 1 Nelson Place, the townhouses span three levels and provide a lower interface to the immediate surrounds.

Furthermore, Hobsons Bay City Council has lots 5,6 and 7 at 3-39 Nelson Place as still at planning. Combined theses future buildings are slated for a further 200 dwellings.
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Williamstown's Waterline Place moves into full development mode

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Over the course of the last week, Malaysian developer S P Setia has landed two telling blows in Melbourne's apartment market, further enhancing its stature locally.

Malaysian publication The Edge Markets has in recent days reported that the developer has secured 111-125 A’Beckett Street for a price of $61 million. Complete with permit for an Elenberg Fraser-designed apartment tower spanning 200 plus metres, the A'Beckett Street plot of 1,714sqm is the developer's sixth Melbourne foray.

CBRE City Sales recently ran an Expression of Interest campaign for the site which was initially controlled by Singaporean outfit Tong Eng Group. The scheme had been dubbed Myriad Melbourne prior to S P Setia's involvement.

The Edge Markets <a href="http://www.theedgemarkets.com/article/s-p-setia-acquires-sixth-parcel-land-melbourne-rm137-bil-project">reported</a> S P Setia's CEO and president, Datuk Khor Chap Jen as stating the following:

<blockquote>
We are truly pleased and happy with this fantastic news. This is another golden opportunity for S P Setia to deliver yet another development par excellence in Melbourne, the world's most livable city for the sixth year in a row.

The winning bid reaffirms Setia’s long-term commitment and confidence in the Australian real estate market. We remain optimistic on the property market in Australia and will continue to look out for more acquisition opportunities.
<cite>Datuk Khor Chap Jen, CEO, S P Setia</cite>
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In its currently approved form S P Setia can pursue 632 apartments within their new project.

According to The Edge Markets, 111-125 A'Beckett Street will be launched this year and will carry an estimated gross development value of $419 million.

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<figcaption>111-125 A'Beckett Street. Image: CBRE City Sales</figcaption></figure>News of S P Setia's A'Beckett Street foray comes hot on the heels of <a href="/news/s-p-setias-308-exhibition-street-approved-shangri-la-hotels-resorts-confirmed-as-operator"> the developer launching Sapphire By The Gardens</a>, which includes dual towers in the 250 metre range.

While one tower has been dedicated to Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts to be operated under their premium Shangri-La banner, the other which includes 345 luxury apartments has seen a high level of sales made, according to offshore markets website The Edge. Located at 308 Exhibition Street, the Cox and Fender Katsalidis-designed development features a distinctive green podium.

Released for sale only last weekend, The Edge Markets also <a href="http://www.theedgemarkets.com/article/s-p-setias-sapphire-gardens-70-taken-over-weekend-launch">reports</a> that more than 70% of apartments have been accounted for after the launch which was held simultaneously in Kuala Lumpur, Jakarta, Sydney and here in Melbourne. Hong Kong, Beijing, Shanghai and Singapore are reportedly to have their launch this weekend.

Construction of the mammoth project is slated to start later this year.

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<figcaption>Sapphire By The Gardens. Image: S P Setia</figcaption></figure>With Maison Carnegie at construction and A'Beckett Street poised to join Sapphire By The Gardens at sales over the course of 2017, S P Setia's only remaining Melbourne project which has yet to be launched is the more modest mid-rise 103-105 High Street in Prahran.
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S P Setia lands 111-125 A'Beckett Street as offshore media reports Sapphire is all but sold out

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As one of the city's last applications judged under previous planning regulations, the chronology of 478-488 Elizabeth Street makes for interesting reading and perhaps points to the convoluted transitional process between old and new planning laws.

At the peak of the Asian-backed development wave sweeping Melbourne during 2015, entity L1-2013 Pty Ltd lodged plans for 478-488 Elizabeth Street. The 1,168 square metre site is wedged between two of Melbourne most recent additions, namely the 226 metre Vision Apartments and Victoria One at 241 metres.

At 68 levels, 478-488 Elizabeth Street would have included 383 apartments, 198 hotel suites and cafe/retail spaces at ground level, set within a 208 metre Elenberg Fraser-designed tower.

During their assessment of the merits of the application, Melbourne City Council planners found numerous shortcomings with the design, citing lack of setbacks as a key sticking point.

<figure><a class="colorbox colorbox-insert-image" href="https://res.cloudinary.com/dz9xllyip/image/fetch/q_auto:good/https://s3-ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/www.urban.com.au/s3fs-public/pictures/article-images/image59_1_1.jpg" rel="gallery-all" title="An early project perspective provides context. Planning image: Elenberg Fraser"><img alt="" class="image-article-full-width-580px" height="799" src="/sites/urban.melbourne/files/styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/image59_1_1.jpg?itok=t0xDxfyZ" title="An early project perspective provides context. Planning image: Elenberg Fraser" width="580"></a>

<figcaption>An early project perspective provides context. Planning image: Elenberg Fraser</figcaption></figure>Refused by Planning Minister Richard Wynne during February of this year, 478-488 Elizabeth Street's fate took an unusual turn with the site being listed with CBRE City Sales after the minister's refusal. The site was offered for sale subject to attaining a permit via International Expressions of Interest campaign which closed last week.

This was of course after officially being rejected.

Nonetheless the team behind the proposed mixed-use tower now look set to have their time before VCAT in the hope of gaining the green light for the tower. CBRE City Sales in their recent campaign cited the project at 62 levels; the resultant loss of a number of levels would have likely seen the project's internals numbers reworked.

<figure><a class="colorbox colorbox-insert-image" href="https://res.cloudinary.com/dz9xllyip/image/fetch/q_auto:good/https://s3-ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/www.urban.com.au/s3fs-public/pictures/article-images/image81.jpg" rel="gallery-all" title="The site. Image: CBRE City Sales"><img alt="" class="image-article-full-width-580px" height="404" src="/sites/urban.melbourne/files/styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/image81.jpg?itok=L7BzAR4W" title="The site. Image: CBRE City Sales" width="580"></a>

<figcaption>The site. Image: CBRE City Sales</figcaption></figure>478-488 Elizabeth Street is one of two projects of considerable height still in the race to call the northern stretch of Elizabeth Street home. According to the State Government's online planning platform, 441-447 Elizabeth Street is also <a href="https://www.propertyobserver.com.au/https://lodgement.planning-permits.delwp.vic.gov.au/public/detail/68">still under assessment</a>, having initially been lodged during 2014.

478-488 Elizabeth Street's struggles through planning comes at a time when a similarly sized approved skyscraper just metres away from Elizabeth Street has been offered for sale. <a href="https://www.cbremelbourne.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/CBRE_111ABeckettStreetMelbourneCBD_6pp_webfinal.pdf">Paradigm</a> at 111 A'Beckett Street is also in the hands of CBRE City Sales, with the eventual buyer attaining the right to develop 632 apartments across 64 levels.

As an interesting side note Lord Major Robert Doyle has been a vocal advocate for a <a href="http://architectureau.com/articles/tower-to-overlook-melbournes-queen-victoria-market/">skyscraper on the Munro site</a> which in also in close proximity to Elizabeth Street.

<figure><a class="colorbox colorbox-insert-image" href="https://res.cloudinary.com/dz9xllyip/image/fetch/q_auto:good/https://s3-ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/www.urban.com.au/s3fs-public/pictures/article-images/image82_1.jpg" rel="gallery-all" title="A current render for 478-488 Elizabeth Street. Image: CBRE City Sales"><img alt="" class="image-article-full-width-580px" height="777" src="/sites/urban.melbourne/files/styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/image82_1.jpg?itok=JwlMIlcr" title="A current render for 478-488 Elizabeth Street. Image: CBRE City Sales" width="580"></a>

<figcaption>A current render for 478-488 Elizabeth Street. Image: CBRE City Sales</figcaption></figure>
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