Perth’s new apartment market recorded its strongest quarter of sales since Q4 2021, with 412 apartments sold in Q1 2026 and a record quarterly sold value of $537 million, according to Urbis’ latest Apartment Essentials results.

Urbis said the March quarter result reflects strong, highly product‑specific demand across both ends of the market, from more attainable projects delivering at scale, through to premium stock being absorbed by equity‑rich downsizers.&nbsp;

David Cresp, Partner at Urbis, said the key story in Perth is not demand, it is the market’s ability to convert demand into delivered housing.&nbsp;

“This is the strongest sales quarter since Q4 2021, and it reinforces that demand in Perth is real and it’s local,” David Cresp said. “But the task now is delivery, turning that demand into projects that can actually be built and completed.”&nbsp;

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<h2>Affordable product leads, premium demand remains resilient</h2>

Sales in Q1 were led by more affordable projects, with The Boulevard (SKS Group) recording 115 sales in the quarter, the presentation noting this is only the second time a single project has surpassed 100 quarterly sales. The project was able to offer more affordable housing product right next to a train station.&nbsp;

Palmyra West (Finbar) also delivered strong results with 28 sales in Q1, following 84 sales in Q4, with an average price of under $800,000, underscoring depth of demand for well‑located, attainable new stock.&nbsp;

At the premium end, Urbis said downsizer demand is continuing, with the results highlighting Romeo (Applecross, Finbar) recording 75 sales and reaching almost 50% sold in one quarter.

Jual (Shenton Park, Celsius Property) also posted a strong quarter with 28 sales, reaching 39% sold in one quarter.

Urbis noted that Perth apartment demand is not speculative, not investor‑led, and not uniform, describing it as localised, often equity‑driven and highly product‑specific, a pattern reflected in the polarisation between strong “attainable” performers and premium downsizer product.&nbsp;

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<h2>Prices underpinned by costs, and the delivery risk is growing</h2>

Urbis said pricing pressure is cost not demand‑driven: construction costs and delivery risk are now a central constraint, with the results noting build costs remain elevated and volatile, and that energy, fuel and labour uncertainty weigh on feasibility.

David Cresp said a growing challenge for private Build‑to‑Sell developers is simply securing a builder in the current environment.

“Developers are really feeling the pressure from a building market that was operating at capacity and securing a builder is challenging,” David Cresp said, adding that even where a builder can be secured, “trying to get to the price that makes the development financially viable is incredibly challenging in the current market.”&nbsp;

Urbis’ broader WA commentary also notes that industry remains at or above capacity with lot and housing creation, and that many builders are limiting new sales to manage stretched workforces and fixed‑price contract pressures, conditions that flow directly into apartment feasibility and delivery timing.

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<h2>Supply: improving later, but still constrained, and Perth lags eastern benchmarks</h2>

While near‑term supply remains constrained, Urbis’ forecast shows completions lifting “Supply is forecast to be back above 1,500 apartments per annum for the first time since 2019”, with 1,775 completions forecast for 2026, and volumes remaining above that level over the following years.&nbsp;

Looking further ahead, completions are forecast to reach 2,500 in 2028, with the report noting 32% of that total is social/affordable, reflecting the role of government‑supported delivery in rebuilding the pipeline.&nbsp;

However, Urbis said Perth remains behind comparable markets on pipeline scale. In a national comparison of projects under construction, the report shows under construction Perth Build‑to‑Sell (BTS) at 3,446 apartments versus the Gold Coast at 7,922. Mr Cresp said “The challenge for Perth is how to we grow the delivery pipeline”.

Urbis’ conclusion is that Perth’s market is increasingly defined by product discipline and delivery certainty, with the research identifying “delivery certainty is key” and calling out builder risk and procurement models as core success factors, alongside “timing and staging”.&nbsp;

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Perth apartment sales hit strongest pace since late 2021 as builder capacity tightens

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/sammut-developments">Sammut Group</a> has secured development approval for its latest Brisbane apartment project, marking the Sydney developer’s next step in expanding its Queensland pipeline following the success of its debut Gold Coast development, Coast.

The approved project at <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/44-glen-road-toowong-qld-4066">44 Glen Road, </a><a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/toowong-qld-4066">Toowong</a> will deliver a 15-storey riverfront apartment building with 42 residences, significantly increasing the scale of the site’s previous approval for a smaller luxury scheme. Designed by Bureau^proberts, the development will comprise a mix of predominantly four-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments positioned to maximise Brisbane River and city views.

Sammut Director Julian Sammut said the group had been actively searching Brisbane for several years before identifying Toowong as the right fit.

“Brisbane was the right step for Sammut,” Sammut said.

“With the success of Coast we thought we should definitely look to do more in Queensland alone. We then pushed up to look at Brisbane. We've been looking for I'd say two to three years actually and it was hard to find the right location.”

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Sammut said suburbs including New Farm and Teneriffe were considered before the group ultimately focused on Toowong due to its strong downsizer demographic and limited supply of developable riverfront land.

The site was acquired off-market after what Sammut described as a lengthy negotiation and planning process, with the developer pursuing an uplift to the original approval.

“We are DA approved now which is very exciting,” Sammut said.

“We've had our change approval come through and we've obviously doubled the height, 15 storeys plus rooftop. We've got 42 amazing apartments that are going to be coming to market soon.”

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Bureau^proberts said the design responds to Toowong’s evolving urban character, balancing contemporary apartment living with the area’s established residential identity.

“A place where traditional Queensland living has taken place for centuries; Toowong is seeing a shift of contemporary influence, commercial and retail hubs mixed with well-considered residential offerings – all the while maintaining its character and charm,” the architect noted in planning documents submitted to Brisbane City Council.

The architecture practice said the project’s form was shaped by its riverfront setting, flood considerations, neighbouring building scales, and view corridors.

“They said the mix of four and two-bedroom apartments capture the ‘fundamental qualities of Queenslander living,’ translated into the context of a contemporary subtropical building.”

The development sits just off Coronation Drive within walking distance of Toowong’s retail precinct and the upgraded Regatta ferry terminal, while also benefiting from proximity to the incoming green bridge connection to West End. Sammut said the accessibility and amenity offering were central to the site’s appeal.

The approval adds to growing residential activity along the Toowong riverfront, joining nearby projects including Consolidated Properties’ Monarch Residences and Spyre Group’s ARC Residences.

Sammut secures approval for debut Brisbane apartment development in Toowong

Developer Lanevick is heading back into Sydney’s apartment market after focusing more heavily on the luxury townhouse and terrace sector in recent years.

Lanevick, founded and directed by Steve Maroun, is expecting to receive approval in the coming months for a new apartment development in Gladesville, with the aim to launch it to the market later this year.

The 51-apartment project, designed by Studio Johnston, will comprise a mix of one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments positioned toward the Hunters Hill downsizer market.

“Traditionally it’s been difficult for people in that market to downsize because there just hasn’t been the right product available,” Maroun said.

“We’re targeting buyers who might have 30 to 40 per cent of their house value sitting in the bank after downsizing.

“They still want good spacious entertaining areas, they still want quality design, but they also want flexibility and the ability to enjoy life a bit more after working hard for a long time.”

The project sits near Boronia Park and within close proximity to the Parramatta River foreshore, an area Maroun says offers more of a Hunters Hill lifestyle than a traditional apartment precinct.

“From a lifestyle perspective, it’s really more Hunters Hill than Gladesville,” Maroun said. “You’re close to the foreshore, close to parklands, and still connected back into the village precinct.”

From level four and above, apartments will capture water views&nbsp;toward Sydney Harbour. Communal amenity will include rooftop entertaining areas, wellness spaces, and a gym tailored toward owner-occupier buyers.

“We’ve really designed these apartments around that buyer coming from the Hunters Hill LGA and what they’re actually looking for in their next chapter.”

The proposed development has also been designed to respond to the changing character of the broader Gladesville town centre, where a growing number of mixed-use and residential proposals are expected to emerge over the coming years.

“Gladesville presented a rare opportunity to deliver a genuinely design-led residential project within an evolving lifestyle precinct, just moments from the growing Gladesville town centre, and we’ve approached the project with a strong focus on architecture, liveability and long-term community value,” Maroun said.

Maroun said Lanevick saw a first-mover advantage within the precinct as planning controls continue to evolve to accommodate greater housing density.

“We think there’s a real opportunity there that hasn’t really been serviced properly yet,” he said.

“There’s going to be a broader evolution of the whole Gladesville village precinct over time, particularly with more activation and mixed-use outcomes.”

The Venus Street proposal will include a commercial and retail component at ground level designed to contribute to that evolving streetscape activation.

“A big part of the thinking was how do you activate that area properly and create more vibrancy and amenity, which is what Hunters Hill has been looking for,” Maroun said.

Lanevick’s focus since 2020 has largely been on smaller-scale luxury townhouse and terrace developments. The developer recently completed Royale Randwick, also designed by Studio Johnston, where prices reached $3.65 million. The project was featured in the UDIA NSW 2026 Professional Development Prospectus and was also named a finalist for Development of the Year.

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Lanevick to cater for Hunters Hill downsizers with new Gladesville apartment development

Property developer One Living, backed by former Macquarie banker turned investment manager Chris Green’s investment firm, has unveiled plans to bring more institutional capital into housing to help address the national supply crisis.

The New York-based investor has focused his firm, GreenPoint Partners, on addressing the supply shortage hitting middle market housing in Australia.

It is backing the new One Living business to develop more than 1000 units along the eastern seaboard. The new firm is starting with a development on Mona Vale Road, on the border of Mona Vale and Pymble, in Sydney’s Northern Beaches, with around 140 apartments planned. They are eyeing off more sites across the city.

With cost pressures rising in the industry, One Living’s model is to be a vertically integrated developer-builder, so it can respond directly to the housing gap by removing the cost inefficiencies embedded in traditional residential delivery.

“We are building a platform designed to operate at scale and starting in a market where there’s a clear need for quality, attainable housing,” One Living joint managing director Joseph Scuderi said.

“It’s that missing middle – it’s that attainable end of housing… that’s what most Australians invest into and what Australians can actually afford.”

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GreenPoint Partners brings years of experience assembling and scaling real estate operating businesses across major markets. And Green sees a big opportunity in Australia.

“For its size, sophistication and importance to the community, Australia’s living sector has remained largely under-institutionalised, which represents significant opportunity,” Green said. “GreenPoint identified that gap, assembled the right team, and is backing One Living to build a platform that is aligned to market needs.”

Green said being a builder-developer would give the company the capacity and flexibility it required to deliver reasonably-priced homes.

“We want it to be at that attainable level; not super high end luxury but at that attainable level,” he said.

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One Living will undertake a component of affordable housing in its schemes, which it will own and operate, and it could also run build-to-rent on some sites.

Green praised local policy settings.

“The NSW government is being very supportive, strategic and pragmatic in terms of how do we generate more supply of housing,” he said. “We think it’s actually positive for development and the bit that’s been lacking at that attainable level is that it’s lots of relatively small private developers, whereas we want to create an institutional platform.”

One Living is also&nbsp;looking at high-density projects and could take on more institutional funding in the future.

“The way we will be able to achieve economies of scale is through size,” Green added.

One Living enters Sydney's new apartment market with Northern Beaches site acquisition

It's been several years since there's been an opportunity to buy a brand new townhome in Melbourne's coastal suburb of Mordialloc. Even apartment developments in recent times have been few and far between in the area.

Local developer LDS Property identified the gap in new housing, securing a site on White Street, directly opposite&nbsp;Woodlands Golf Club Mordialloc. They've recently launched&nbsp;<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-townhouses/wm-residences-mordialloc-102-white-street-mordialloc-vic-3195">WM Residences</a>, just 13 townhouses which they have already started building.

Projects by Buxton Director Heath Thompson, who is selling WM Residences, says the townhouses x that perfect middle ground be

"Mordialloc residents have had limited options to downsize within the suburb, often forcing them to look elsewhere despite long-standing ties to the area," Thompson says.

"With very little comparable new supply coming to market, projects like WM Residences are well placed, particularly as buyers look to capitalise on current conditions amid constrained supply."

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The development, designed by regarded architecture firm&nbsp;<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/ewert-leaf">Ewert Leaf</a>,&nbsp;adopts a deliberately restrained architectural approach, focusing on simplicity, durability and liveability rather than overt design gestures.

The boutique scale is central to the offering. With only 13 three-bedroom residences, each home is configured to prioritise functional layouts and everyday use, supported by private terraces and secure two-car garages.

Ewert Leaf’s design response leans into a calm, neutral material palette. Interiors are defined by oak flooring, white walls and soft finishes, creating a consistent and understated backdrop. The approach avoids trend-driven detailing in favour of longevity, with an emphasis on natural light and spatial clarity.

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Beyond aesthetics, the homes are designed to meet contemporary performance expectations. Each residence targets a minimum 6-star energy rating, incorporating double glazing, comprehensive insulation and all-electric Bosch appliances.

The project’s location supports a walkable coastal lifestyle, sitting within close proximity to Mordialloc’s foreshore, Main Street retail strip and the train station. Local cafés and dining venues, including Suburbia Deli and Hendriks Café, are within a short walk, reinforcing the area’s established neighbourhood character.

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While <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/mordialloc-vic-3195">Mordialloc</a> is often defined by its beach and pier, the project taps into other areas of day to day living, offering easy access to local food, casual dining and transport, rather than positioning itself purely as a lifestyle retreat.

WM Residences reflects a continued trend across Melbourne’s coastal suburbs towards smaller-scale, design-led townhouse developments, particularly on infill sites where proximity to amenity is already established.

With construction commenced prior to its market entry, the project aligns with a growing preference among buyers for developments with visible progress and defined delivery timeframes.

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WM Residences fills gap in Mordialloc townhouse market

Fairfield

A 2015 apartment complex in Melbourne&#39;s Fairfield has seen keen buyer interest given their provision of study nooks.

The latest offering was snapped up in 22 days, after the marketing advised a dedicated study nook added extra work-from-home flexibility to the smart, modern apartment in the heart of Fairfield.&nbsp;

Melbourne&#39;s CBD has seen one of the slowest return to work rates among the capital cities.

The apartment is about eight kms from the CBD.

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Situated on the ground floor, there was an attractive paved and landscaped terrace off the living area in the 70 sqm apartment.

It came with an European laundry, car space and storage cage.

It was sold by Woodards agent Andrew Guarino.

The apartment last sold off the plan in 2014 at $425,850.

It was advertised in late 2017 as a $400 a week rental.

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&quot;Sleek finishes paired with oak floors created an engaging living and dining domain, flooded in natural light,&quot; his marketing advised.

There was a Bosch equipped Caesarstone kitchen.

&quot;Lifestyle and location are first-class with the vibrant cafes, restaurants and shopping of Fairfield Village at your door.

&quot;There is easy access to buses and trains, with the added bonus of Fairfield Boathouse, Yarra Bend Park and bike trails within walking distance,&quot; Guarino advised.

The development application lodged with Darabin Council in 2013 sought 35 apartments comprise 14 one-bedroom and 21 two-bedroom dwellings, and 33 car parking spaces in the basement.

The four storey complex replaced two Edwardian era homes.

The $508,000 sale was at 3/62-64 Station Street 

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One bedder with study nook fits the bill in $508,000 Fairfield sale

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block of 12 residential units in Fairfield has been sold under the hammer for $3,910,000.
The 1,252 square metre property at <a href="https://ecomms.raywhite.com/collect/click.aspx?u=jRYOrR8N39QzG/Nyy8oj1MsQ8lDBqOLeGnfqPgIdmzmVW8USMH2yRAUyHv8q5VWPKM4HOTcI/vgbUU40dRApZ3AYyoFpMMFU5rZIBH5YezVayWq2FlwjDRuJXmiKLnlJ&amp;rh=ff0056a07190f28fc36e721b9948b5621bb838d2" target="_blank">30 Railway Parade</a> provides a potential gross income of about $200,408 per annum.
The property was marketed and sold by Ray White Commercial NSW – Western Sydney Associate Director Victor Sheu, Managing Director Peter Vines and Director Joseph Assaf, in conjunction with Stanton Hillier Parker.
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Sheu said after a campaign that received more than 85 enquiries, the property sold to a private investor.
“We had interest from Sydney investors, Asian investors, unit traders and local high-net-worth investors from the Fairfield and Cabramatta region, resulting in nine registered bidders on auction day,” he said.
“Developers did enquire on this asset, as it was zoned R4 and capable of being rebuilt into new units, but the investment market at the moment is stronger than development.   “The block had 10 of 12 units occupied at the time of sale and bidding started at $3,000,000. It took more than 30 more bids to climb up to the sale price that was $160,000 over reserve.”
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Vines said the Fairfield was similar to Western Sydney in that it attracted a lot of local owners.
“The locals like to stay in their area and a few bidders in attendance were from the region, but what attracted the number of bidders was the investment nature of the property,” he said.
“With the lack of investment opportunities in the market, buyers are eagerly looking for more opportunities where there's an existing income and a flexible exit strategy.
“The market for blocks of units have always performed well amongst private investors due to its low-risk nature.”
Assaf said Fairfield happened to also grasp a lot of Asian attention due to its proximity to Cabramatta.
“It benefits from its close proximity to both Parramatta and Liverpool CBD, which are both booming and looking to increase employment where housing will be required,” he said.
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Fairfield residential block sells for $3.91 million at auction 

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There were 13 registered bidders at the weekend mortgagee auction of a contemporary Fairfield residence in Brisbane, but it still went back in price from its sale three years ago.
Geoff Sellars of Ray White Innerly secured had 30 groups through <a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/property-house-qld-fairfield-132082734" target="_blank">124 Brisbane Corso</a> which sold under the hammer for $1.49 million after a massive 92 bids.
It last sold sold at $1,595,000 in 2016.
The 2002-built home has five bedrooms, two bathrooms and a home office.
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It features a galley style kitchen with stainless steel European appliances, side by side Highlander gas cooktop, built-in wine fridges and Calcutta marble benches.
A second living area opens to a deck that runs to the swimming pool.
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Contemporary Fairfield mortgagee home sells for $100k loss after 92 bid auction

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An entire block of eight units in Fairfield have been purchased for $2.82 million following post-auction negotiations.
The buyer of 378 The Horsley Drive, Fairfield is a non-profit organisation.
Set on an 828 sqm site, the asset is fully leased with strata subdivision.
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The property was marketed and sold by Ray White Commercial NSW Associate Director and Licensee in Charge Joseph Assaf and Sales Executive Robert Napoli.
Mr Assaf said it was a strong campaign with interest coming from a wide array of potential buyers, including both private and government funded housing providers
“The property is within walking distance to the thriving Fairfield town centre and train station, with all units having recently been renovated with generous floor plans and on-site parking.
“The asset delivers a current passing income of $155,220* p.a. and with value-add potential, and the fact we had four competing bidders on the day, it highlights how much this opportunity was appreciated," he concluded.
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The eight units consist of 7x2 bedrooms and 1x1 bedroom.
It is zoned B4 Mixed Use.
All the units have laundries, mirror built-ins to main bedrooms and the building has two additional storerooms plus a caretakers bathroom.
Situated close to the Fairfield Public School, it's 350 metres away from the Fairfield railway station and the town centre.
Last sold in 2016 as a block of 8, the building sold for $2.3 million despite an asking price of $2.49 million.
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Fairfield apartment building sold post-auction for $2.82 million

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A leased office warehouse 170 Grange Road Fairfield has sold for $1,910,000, $600,000 in excess of the vendor reserve. 
The auction attracted over 50 bids with three bidders fighting it out until the end. 
An established Melbourne private investor family was the successful purchaser
The freehold property has an area of 809 sqm on which is the building area of 702 sqm with a 20 metre street frontage to the eastern side of Grange Road. 
For the business conducted on site there is off-street parking on the property foreground for eight vehicles. 
The tenant Dastech Pty Ltd trading as ‘Cars of France’ holds a four year lease that commenced in January 2017 with one further two year option to renew included. 
The current annual rental is $66,430 gross plus GST to give an indicative net yield at the selling price of 3.1%. 
Gray Johnson director Matt Hoath noted that Grange Road is a major feeder access road to the Fairfield Industrial precinct and the extensive industrial and commercial areas further north to Bell Street Preston in particular. 
“There are major infrastructure works underway around the junction of Heidelberg and Grange Roads."
“We think all these construction works have enhanced the appeal of the Fairfield industrial precinct and the offer of 170 Grange Road was a timely opportunity for investors and land bankers” Mr Hoath says.
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170 Grange Road Fairfield sells for 46% above reserve

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The second Nightingale model project, known as Nightingale 2.0 was submitted for planning earlier this year. Located at 72A Station Street, Fairfield, it has been designed by Six Degrees Architects with James Legge as the lead architect and developer. Following in the footsteps of its predecessors The Commons and Nightingale, the project is an alternative development model which seeks to deliver quality living spaces which enrich the lives of the occupants but also contribute to the streetcape and greater community.

The 5-storey proposal, replaces an existing permit for a nondescript office building of five levels with the permit due to expire in June 2017. Overall the building comprises 20 apartments above three retail tenancies on the ground floor with frontages along Railway Parade and Station Street. The apartments are a mix of four one-bedroom, 12 two-bedroom and four three-bedroom apartments. The tenancies are designed to help with street activation and improve the amenity of the station precinct and engage with the community by inviting them to have a coffee or do their grocery shopping there, depending on the final retail mix.

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<figcaption>Nightingale ground level plan.</figcaption></figure>The apartments above are all designed with liveability and environmental sustainability as key design drivers. The apartments feature high ceilings, northerly aspect, cross ventilation and natural light to all habitable rooms. In addition to the provision of a private balcony to each apartment, the roof top is dedicated to communal use, containing laundry, clothes lines, vegetable gardens and a large outdoor dining and social environment. While the sense of community can never really be forced onto someone the project seeks to facilitate and foster this and certainly the target market for this type of project would be receptive to the concept.

Externally the building has been designed to be visibly active and inhabited while significantly adding to the amenity of the Railway Place and the station precinct. The building’s elevations will be largely comprised of textured concrete panels, with external walkways on the street side helping to break up the visual bulk of the building and providing access to apartments. This also animates the facade and allows for a degree of passive surveillance to the street below while encouraging resident interaction.

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<figcaption>Nightingale 2.0 Station Street perspective. Image courtesy Six Degrees</figcaption></figure>As a general recap for those who may be unaware, the aim of the Nightingale model is to provide quality value for money urban housing by simplifying both the development process and the building itself. Where a lot of projects adopt the more traditional development model of apartments designed to investor specifications for maximum yield.

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Regular people who want their money to create quality, liveable buildings fund the Nightingale Model. It isn't about profit maximisation. Instead, the model seeks reasonable returns whilst maximising social and environmental outcomes through exceptional design.
By way of material reduction, we seek to implement an ideology of simplicity. We envision an architecture governed by humanity and functionality - buildings that satisfy fundamental needs complemented by the beauty of architectural delight.
<cite>Breathe Architecture</cite>
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<figcaption>Developer vs Architect</figcaption></figure>The Nightingale Model database currently comprises over 800 interested purchasers. During the design process for Nightingale 2.0 the database was surveyed and 180 responses were received from purchasers interested in living at 72a Station Street. The results of the survey directly informed the building design, apartment size and mix. 17% of respondents confirmed a desire to purchase larger 3 bedroom apartments. As a result, along with 1 and 2 bedroom apartments, 4x 102sqM 3 Bedroom apartments have been included in the proposal.

<h2>ESD features</h2>

One of the primary goals of Nightingale 2.0 is to achieve excellent Ecologically Sustainable Design (ESD) performance. Key measures incorporated to achieve this objective include;

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<li>Highly energy efficient 7.5 star minimum design, supported by double glazed timber windows and high levels of insulation throughout</li>
	<li>No air-conditioning required to maintain comfortable temperature ranges.</li>
	<li>Shared rooftop laundry, veggie garden, bee hives, clothes lines and fireplace.</li>
	<li>Low impact materials including recycled timber floors and low or zero Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) in materials and finishes.</li>
	<li>Zero fossil fuels and 100% renewable energy during operation, supported by 15 kW rooftop solar system, high efficiency centralised systems and a bulk purchase of Green Power</li>
	<li>Rainwater reuse for toilet flushing and irrigation, and wicking bed planters for rooftop vegetable garden.</li>
	<li>Integrated sustainable transport, including zero car parking, car share vehicle space (subject to Council approval), 46 secure bicycle parks</li>
</ul>
The development team expects sales on Nightingale 2.0 to commence within three months of successful receipt of a planning permit. The project will then be completed within 12-15 months of construction commencing.
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