Investor appetite for Queenstown apartments is strengthening as supply constraints and four-season tourism continue to underpin demand across the alpine region.

In Frankton’s masterplanned Remarkables Park precinct,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/safari-group">Safari Group</a>’s 141-apartment Mountain Oak development is attracting repeat and yield-focused buyers seeking exposure to that market dynamic.

Brandon, who specifically targeted Queenstown as an investment location, said the combination of price point and limited new supply made Mountain Oak stand out.

“It is a quality product in a location that struggles to densify,” he said, referencing Queenstown’s land-locked geography and development limitations.

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Having spent significant time in the region, Brandon pointed to its global reputation and consistent visitation as key fundamentals.

“Queenstown is a known destination from people all over the world. The place is land locked and there are issues building there. It’s also busy all year round.”

That four-season economy, driven by skiing and snowboarding in winter and hiking, cycling and water-based tourism in summer, was also central to Sherry’s decision to invest.

“I believe the four-season tourism has major appeal as it would ensure that the property will not remain empty, unlike other areas in NZ,” she said.

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Mountain Oak has been structured to respond to that sustained demand, with 365-day visitor accommodation consent underpinning a mix of one-bedroom, flexi, two-bedroom and dual-key configurations that can operate as either short-term visitor accommodation or long-term rental housing. Dual-key apartments comprise two self-contained residences on one title, allowing owners to generate dual income streams or occupy one side while leasing the other.&nbsp;

Under Safari Group’s optional visitor accommodation management model, owners receive 60 per cent of the annual income generated by their apartment, with 24/7 on-site management, guest services and listing exposure included. Independent appraisal modelling suggests gross yields of up to 15 per cent for certain two-bedroom configurations, based on estimated nightly rates and occupancy assumptions.

For Brandon, that flexibility aligned with his broader investment strategy.

“It helps to know that I can have it managed either way,” he said. “My focus is on purchasing high yield cashflow properties.”

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He selected a one-bedroom flexi configuration, citing both yield and adaptability.

“I work remotely and can travel to most places and work. I enjoy making spaces that work for the lifestyle that I live and it seems that others also enjoy it.”

Ranging from 54 to 57 square metres, the one-bedroom flexi incorporates a separate multipurpose room suited to a home office, additional storage, or accommodation for ski gear and seasonal equipment, an increasingly relevant inclusion for buyers balancing remote work and alpine travel.

Interiors feature underfloor heating in bathrooms and a heat pump in the main living area, supporting year-round comfort. Upper-level apartments are positioned to maximise natural light, with sliding windows and balustrades in select residences enhancing outlook and ventilation. Units are available in both light and dark interior schemes.

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Sherry, a repeat Safari Group buyer, said her previous experience with the developer provided confidence to secure another apartment.

“Their developments have always finished on time, the quality has been high, and I didn't feel that my investment may be at risk,” she said. “Knowledge of the developer and our two existing Safari apartments gave us the confidence to proceed with this one.”

Safari Group has delivered more than 2,000 hotel units and residential apartments nationally and is now undertaking its fifth Queenstown development, reinforcing buyer confidence in delivery capability.

Although Sherry was not initially targeting Queenstown due to its price profile, prior visits reshaped her view of the market.

“I absolutely love this region and believe it is a major tourist attraction, which led me to the decision to invest.”

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Construction commenced in June 2025, with completion anticipated by mid-2027. Apartments are priced from NZ$639,000, and the development carries Overseas Investment Office exemption approval, allowing non-residents to purchase.

For both investors, the purchase represents a balance of income generation and long-term portfolio positioning in a tightly held alpine market.

“I firmly believe my investments in Safari developments are a combination of all these elements,” Sherry said. “The location of this project enabled me to diversify.”

As Queenstown continues to attract year-round visitation alongside constrained housing supply, Mountain Oak’s dual-key flexibility, optional on-site management structure and established developer track record are resonating with investors seeking exposure to the region’s resilient tourism economy.

Joel Robinson

Investors back Safari Group’s Mountain Oak Apartments as Queenstown’s four-season economy drives demand

The Minns Labor Government is today unveiling a game-changing new precinct at Bays West – delivering up to 8,500 well-located homes, including a minimum of 10 per cent affordable and essential worker homes - directly above the new Bays West Metro Station currently under construction.

The landmark transformation will convert underutilised government-owned port land on the Harbour into Sydney’s newest suburb, while retaining important deep-water port facilities to support Sydney’s working harbour.

Located just minutes from the Sydney CBD and connected to a world-class metro, ferry, walking and cycling links, the Bays West precinct will rebalance housing growth towards well-serviced inner-city locations and help tackle the state’s housing crisis.

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Affordable housing will be embedded from the outset, including dedicated homes for essential workers such as nurses, teachers, paramedics, firefighters and police so they can live closer to the communities they serve.

The precinct will combine new housing with public open space, opening public access to the waterfront for the first time in more than 100 years.

Night-time entertainment and creative industries will be anchored by the revitalisation of the historic White Bay Power Station as a cultural and community destination, connected to the harbour across a new expansive public forecourt.

Planning of the area will prioritise connectivity, including active transport links to neighbouring communities such as Rozelle, Balmain and Glebe, improved pedestrian access to the waterfront, and connections to the CBD, including an active transport link across the Glebe Island Bridge.

The Government will lead a master planning process that will include an international design competition to guide development across the precinct, ensuring homes, essential infrastructure, jobs, public spaces and transport links are delivered together.

It will be led by a new delivery agency to be established over the coming weeks, which will report to Minister Kamper who already has oversight of major precinct renewal projects including at Blackwattle Bay and Barangaroo. Once established, the publicly owned land in the precinct will be transferred to the new agency.

This is the first new suburb that has been built in inner Sydney in decades, it will see homes built alongside the Bays West Metro Station ensuring young people, families and downsizers are only minutes away from the CBD. As part of the transformation of the Bays West precinct, bulk port operations – including cement, gypsum and sugar handling – will cease on Glebe Island by no later than 2030.

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The Government will work closely with industry to minimise impacts and ensure the continuity of supply. This includes a commitment of $270 million to improve road connections around the port at Port Kembla and to investigate increased rail freight capacity.

Working harbour operations across the precinct will be consolidated, mostly into White Bay, ensuring the precinct will continue to provide critical services for the harbour, including boat maintenance and marine construction and as a base for tug boats and for emergency services.

A new staging area will be established in White Bay, securing the future of the New Year’s Eve fireworks, Vivid and other major events for decades to come.

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The cruise terminal will be retained in its current location, meaning tourists arriving in Sydney will be welcomed by the new precinct, with new shore-power facilities currently being installed that will reduce noise and emissions. The Sydney Heritage Fleet will also be offered new premises in White Bay.

Deep-water berths will be retained to preserve Sydney Harbour’s strategic operational capability, and the removal of the existing 1970s industrial silos, currently used as a billboard, as well as to store cement and sugar, will unlock new opportunities for public space and future housing.

“Right above a new metro station and minutes from the CBD, we’re delivering thousands of homes where people actually need them - close to work, close to services and close to transport,"&nbsp;Premier of New South Wales Chris Minns said.

“Importantly, this precinct will include affordable and essential worker housing from day one, so nurses, teachers, paramedics and police can live closer to the communities they serve.

“We understand that not everyone will welcome change, but cities don’t stand still. If Sydney is going to remain a place young people and families can afford to live in, we have to use well-located land better and plan for the future.”

Glebe Island to accomodate 8,500 new homes near new Bays Metro Station

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/sherpa-property-group">Sherpa Group</a> has unveiled its exclusive penthouse collection at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/amargo-6-12-sixth-avenue-palm-beach-qld-4221">Amargo</a>, its new apartment development in Palm Beach.

There are just four penthouses as part of the collection, however only three remain for sale, with a Palm Beach local already snapping up one of the apartments prior to its launch.

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“We are thrilled to unveil the debut penthouses within the Flourish story,” said Christie Leet, founder of Sherpa Group.

“The penthouses epitomise unparalleled luxury and contemporary elegance, offering an exclusive experience in modern living.”

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Located at 6-12 Sixth Avenue, the penthouses will crown Amargo, which will rise 18 levels and offer a diverse product mix of one, two, and three-bedroom apartments, attracting a wide demographic of buyers.&nbsp;

“Creating a multigenerational community is core for us at Sherpa," Leet added.

"Amargo embodies this ethos, welcoming first-home buyers, families and right-sizers alike – ensuring everyone has the opportunity to thrive.”

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The penthouses, which range in price from just over $3 million to $4.6 million, each have three bedrooms, three bathrooms, and extensive balconies. Select penthouses will have&nbsp;dedicated media rooms. They have four-metre-high ceilings, Gaggenau appliances, and natural stone materials.

Flourish is crowned by an&nbsp;800 sqm rooftop retreat with a&nbsp;pool, pool deck cabanas and day beds, private outdoor barbecues and pizza oven, an internal private dining space, as well as a gym, yoga zones, steam rooms, and hot and cold magnesium pools.

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“We’re really excited about what we’re delivering here- Flourish is more than just apartments; it’s about creating a place where people feel truly at home,” Leet said.

Construction is already well underway on Amargo, with residents expected to move in by Q2 2027. The project is around 85 per cent sold.

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A first look inside Flourish penthouse collection at Palm Beach

Builder-developer Urban Property Group (UPG) is continuing to expand into new markets. UPG is heading to the Hills District, where it is planning a 40-storey mixed use building near Castle Hill Metro Station.

They've gone down the favoured developer route of a State Significant Development Application, which should see developments approved within the space of nine months.

The tower will comprise 371 apartments, 42 of which will be affordable housing, above a ground-floor retail precinct at 16-20 Old Castle Hill Road, on the corner of Garthowen Crescent and within walking distance of Castle Hill Metro Station, an area identified for higher density under both local and state strategic planning frameworks.

Designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/studiosc">Studio SC</a>, the tower would rise from a brick podium base, accommodating one retail tenancy and communal open space, before transitioning to a slender glazed residential form above. Six basement levels are proposed beneath the building to house parking and services.

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“Castle Hill is undergoing a significant transformation, evolving from a traditionally low-rise suburban centre into a true metropolitan destination anchored by the Sydney Metro Northwest," the Architectural Design Report prepared by Studio SC noted.

The majority of apartments (194) will be two-bedrooms. 90 one-bedroom apartments are planned, 83 three-beds, and four four-bedroom apartments.

Studio SC’s design adopts a podium-and-tower composition, with warm-toned masonry at the lower levels intended to anchor the building within its streetscape context.

"At the podium, the architecture is anchored through solid brickwork in warm, earthy tones, reflecting the local sandstone formations and the natural colour palette of the surrounding hills," Studio SC added.

Above, the tower transitions to a lighter glass expression, articulated with fins and tonal variation to reduce visual bulk and respond to changing light conditions.

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Urban Property Group is one of Sydney's most active developers. They have projects currently under construction in Little Bay, Penrith, and Macquarie Park, with future projects earmarked for Wollongong.

Castle Hill has been one of the most popular suburbs for development across Sydney in the last five years, as developers scramble for land around the newly extended Sydney Metro.&nbsp;

Kassis Homes kicked it all off with Grand Reve, along with Deicorp who has delivered over 1,000 apartments in the area and continues to develop. The likes of Dubai-backed developer Arada will take to market their project in the coming months, while Masscon has just launched Avenue on Cadman Crescent.

First Look: Urban Property Group unveils 40-storey mixed-use tower in Castle Hill

One of the Gold Coast’s ‘bridesmaid suburbs’ is experiencing a wave of local suitors, with the latest sales figures from <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/harbour-shores-biggera-waters-564-oxley-drive-biggera-waters-qld-4216">Harbour Shores</a> revealing over two thirds of buyers will be relocating from within a 5km average radius of the 16-hectare masterplan.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/lewis-land-group">Lewis Land</a> Head of Development Michael Long said the figures underlined a powerful shift for Biggera Waters that would reshape it into a thriving force behind the region’s growth corridor.&nbsp;

“We’ve seen a huge wave of interest from residents of Arundel, Paradise Point and Runaway Bay who recognise the urban transformation that is well underway here and want to be part of it,” Long said.&nbsp;

“Interestingly, 25 per cent of our Gold Coast buyers are also coming from the city’s southern hotspots, including Burleigh and Palm Beach.&nbsp;

“<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/biggera-waters-qld-4216">Biggera Waters</a>, and Harbour Shores in particular, has all the advantages of waterfront living with the benefits of resort-style amenity, for greater value than the southern beachfront suburbs.”&nbsp;

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Long said half of the purchasers at Harbour Shores were under the age of 55.&nbsp;

“When locals choose to stay local, it creates a genuine community, turning the most sustainable master planned community in the Gold Coast’s history into a diverse and vibrant ‘village of villages’.”&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/project-marketer/colliers">Colliers</a> Gold Coast Sales Director David Higgins said the hyper-local market demand was unique to Harbour Shores when compared to other projects in the region.&nbsp;

“We are seeing as much as 60 per cent of new apartment sales on other projects go to interstate or international buyers, but Harbour Shores is bucking this trend and attracting a larger proportion of the local market,” Higgins said.&nbsp;

“Only 13 per cent of Harbour Shores’ existing purchasers are interstate. There has been a resounding endorsement from local buyers and that validates the project’s vision and investment in design, lifestyle and liveability.”&nbsp;

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Harbour Shores is 16ha visionary masterplan dedicated to wellness and an active, healthy lifestyle. Designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/bda-architecture">BDA Architecture</a>, Harbour Shores embeds extensive green connections and more than 2.5km in pedestrian networks – including a 1.2km boardwalk along the water’s edge.

Harbour Shores was recently recognised by the BETTER FUTURE World Design Awards 2026 as a silver winner in the category of environmental sustainability. Boasting a 6 Star Green Star Communities V1.1 rating, Harbour Shores will deliver more than 2,000 homes over the next ten years.&nbsp;

The first stage will deliver three residential collections including luxury three and four-bedroom waterfront villas at The Residences, as well as apartments in The Waterline and Palm House, surrounded by resort-style amenities.&nbsp;

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Biggera Waters no longer a 'bridesmaid suburb' as Gold Coast locals jump to Harbour Shores

Fender Katsalidis

The Melbourne-based Orb Property Partners has&nbsp;launched their latest project, WOBO, a collection of industrial-inspired apartments in North Melbourne.

Designed by the renowned architecture firm Fender Katsalidis and set in landscaping by&nbsp;Oculus, the warehouse-style apartments form the beginning of Orb&#39;s, The Tapestry development, which, when complete, will be a new creative precinct in the heart of North Melbourne.

&quot;Designed for the many, home to the eclectic,&quot; is Orb&#39;s approach to The Tapestry.

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The Tapestry will be released over five stages, and, as well as residential apartments, will also feature a skatepark, theatre, hotel, and rooftop dining.

WOBO (West of Boundary), combines New York-style warehouse living with the unmistakably warm feeling of home, drawing on colours, textures and fabrics of a modern community.

Drawing inspiration from the industrial fabric of the area, a striking articulated brick podium creatively re-uses materials from the former factory site.

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The soaring upper floors are a contrast of steel and glass, with bold accents of living greenery and unrivalled city aspects. The raw materiality continues inside, with recycled brickwork greeting residents in the lobby and exposed concrete ceilings set high inside the apartments.

Crowning the apartments is the rooftop terrace, complete with outdoor dining, firepit area, seating pods and views to the city, Royal Park and Docklands.

The private Members Lounge is set directly below the roof terrace on level 11, reimagining communal space. The private lounge features a central fireplace and modular lounges and has been specifically&nbsp;designed for conversation, connection and community.

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There are one, two, and three-bedroom apartments on offer at WOBO, as well as a handful of penthouses.&nbsp;

Completion of WOBO expected mid-2024.

While itself set to be a lifestyle precinct, The Tapestry is located a short walk from local shops and amenities, as well as Macaulay Station.

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Committed to creating vibrant new communities and providing innovative approaches, Orb are delivering a thriving urban lifestyle precinct, “designed for the many, home to the eclectic.”



alisonwarters@gmail.com

Orb Property Partners launch WOBO apartments, first stage of North Melbourne precinct, The Tapestry

Australia 108 is one of Melbourne&#39;s most well known, and well regarded, buildings.

Having completed construction toward the end of 2020, the striking tower, offering the highest residences in the Southern Hemisphere, was designed by the renowned architecture firm Fender Katsalidis, whose goal was to form a bridge between earth and sky.

Australia 108, on Southbank Boulevard, sits next to Eureka Tower, also talked about as one of&nbsp;Melbourne&#39;s best buildings. That too was&nbsp;designed by the team at Fender Katsalidis.

We recently caught up with&nbsp;Nicky Drobis, Director at&nbsp;Fender&nbsp;Ka​tsalidis, to discuss the design process of Australia 108, and how it came to be.

<div>JR:&nbsp;What was the design brief for Australia 108 from World Class Global?</div>

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<div>ND: For what was their first major project in Melbourne, World Class Global partnered with us to deliver their vision for a landmark residential tower in Southbank. The outcome &ndash; the highest residences in the Southern Hemisphere &ndash; reflects a seven-year aspiration for a building intended to feel like a close-knit community, forming a bridge between earth and sky.</div>

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<div>JR:&nbsp;What interested you about the project?</div>

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<div>ND: We were most interested in connecting people through a neighbourhood streetscape &ndash; but in a vertical sense. Taking a building-as-precinct approach led to offering new way of living for different sizes of families with residents able to share the beautiful space and luxurious amenities with families and friends.</div>

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<div>JR:&nbsp;How early in the design process did you know Australia 108&nbsp;was going to be&nbsp;the tallest apartment tower in the Southern Hemisphere?</div>

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<div>ND: From the outset, World Class Global and our design team envisaged a distinctive landmark building for Melbourne. The aspiration was always to design a supertall tower in excess of 100 floors. Ultimately soaring to 319 metres in height, Australia 108 became the tallest building in Melbourne and the tallest residences in the Southern Hemisphere.</div>

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<div>JR:&nbsp;What was the most challenging aspect when designing the tower?</div>

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<div>ND: Whenever approaching something new, especially at such great height, challenges abound. To achieve a build that had never been attempted before in Australia required a lot of innovative thinking and detailed planning. This also presented ample opportunity to develop many new and exciting design and engineering solutions.</div>

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One key consideration was how the structure would cope with tremendous wind speeds of up to 140km/h. To overcome this, the structural stability was bolstered by a super-sized damper tank filled by high-pressure pumps in level 100&rsquo;s subfloor to act as a counterbalance.

Due to local soil conditions, carparking was unable to be placed below ground. We saw an opportunity to create a new typology of open-deck carpark as a series of terraced and interlocking garden beds flanked with large mature palms and cascading foliage.

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One of the greatest construction challenges we faced was how to assemble the starburst structure which cantilevers 6 metres from the building on all sides at more than 200 metres in the air. Constructed from 24 prefabricated steel trusses, each piece was transported at night to allow truck drivers to safely manoeuvre them into loading areas where they were hoisted and secured into position. Purpose-built platforms allowed workers to safely install the feature, protecting themselves and those on the streets below.

JR: When was the golden starburst idea thought of, and how?

ND: From the genesis of the supertall investigation, the starburst had always played a role as the centrepiece of the design. Inspired by the Commonwealth Star, our vision for the distinctive golden Starburst was as a central connection point.

The golden starburst expression is fundamental to both the building&rsquo;s identity and structural composition; the cantilevered structure intervening with the sculptural building&rsquo;s curvaceous form to create a dramatic exclamation mark in the skyline. Intended as a celebration of community within the building, this civic area was envisaged as the tower&rsquo;s &lsquo;town hall&rsquo; and remote working option above the clouds.

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JR:&nbsp;How important were the amenities to the design of the building?

ND: Central to building a residential community within a supertall tower was to provide residents with generous communal spaces and a high quality of internal amenity. Australia 108 offers more than 4,000 sqm of internal communal space, including dining and function spaces, theatrettes, gymnasiums and many other spaces which allow for programmed events and social activities. 

The starbust alone accommodates a double-height sky garden and two infinity edge swimming pools.

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JR:&nbsp;Where did you draw inspiration from for Australia 108?

ND: Standing in dialogue with its neighbour, Eureka Tower, Australia 108&rsquo;s material palette shares a golden connection with its fellow&nbsp;Fender&nbsp;Kat​salidis-design supertall tower. However, an entirely different geometry has been expressed in the floorplate of Australia 108. 

Horizontal banding up the building&rsquo;s exterior amplifies the curvilinear shape of the floorplan. The gradient, which intensifies as it works its way up, draws your eyes upward to celebrate the building&rsquo;s form.

JR: Was there another building, either one you&#39;ve previously worked on, or just another in the world, that helped in the design idea process?

ND: Instantly recognisable, Australia 108&rsquo;s elegant silhouette embodies a strong visual relationship with its skyline partner, Eureka Tower. Australia 108 expresses its distinctive identity, while sharing elements of design language and materiality with Eureka, creating a strong, visually symbiotic relationship.

Australia 108 embodies the essence of the city. Its design pays homage to the cultural arts precinct it resides in, connecting masterfully to the Southbank neighbourhood through its deliberately inviting ground-level experience.

JR:&nbsp;What part of the building are you most proud of?

ND: We are most proud of&nbsp;the creation of such a diverse community across more than 100&nbsp;floors. Despite its enormity, Australia 108 is a building that manages to operate and feel more like close-knit community. 

With Australia 108, we have successfully conceived a vertical community in an era when densification of the city is becoming increasingly critical.

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"From the outset, World Class Global and our design team envisaged a distinctive landmark building for Melbourne. The aspiration was always to design a supertall tower in excess of 100 floors."

"Forming a bridge between earth and sky": How Fender Katsalidis designed Australia 108, the southern hemisphere's tallest apartment tower

Yarra One is the final residential tower in South Yarra's Forrest Hill precinct.

Yar​ra One, just the&nbsp;second Australian project by the international developer EcoWorld,&nbsp;offers 247 residences in one, two and three-bedroom configurations.

The $250 million development boasts numerous amenities and a striking design, with rectilinear patterns and pure geometry from the regarded architecture firm Fender Kats​alidis.

Urban takes a look at the top 10 reasons a buyer should look at Yarra One.

1. Grand atrium

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Connecting Yarra Lane to Daly Street, Yarra One's atrium has been designed to be used and embraced by the community.

It has been positioned in the centre of the area’s pedestrian traffic between the train station and Chapel Street, and is enclosed by the building’s grand signature trellis.

“With soaring frames and climbing greenery, this will be a dramatic space for the South Yarra community and a proud entranceway for Yarra One itself”, the developer said.

2. Inspired by Melbourne’s laneways

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Yarra One has embraced the tradition of Melbourne’s network of laneways, bustling with cafés, galleries, specialty shops and eclectic boutiques.

Alongside the landscaped walkway, the new precinct will include café, restaurant and retail shopfronts.

3. Designed by Fender Katsalidis

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Yarra One has been designed by Fender Katsalidis, who has been mindful to anchor the sculptural building and its curved façade within the context of South Yarra.

“For the residents, the experience within Yarra One is one of immersive materiality and refined detail”, Fender Katsalidis founding director, Karl Fender, said.

“Composed of clean lines, subdued lighting, green outlooks and rich textures, both the shared amenity spaces and the residences themselves offer a haven of calm and the warmth of a traditional home.”

4. Concierge services

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Yarra One residents will have access to a 24-hour concierge-style app, which will allow for booking of a number of hotel-style services, with everything from&nbsp;pet grooming and walking to personal trainer bookings.

“By offering our residents 6-star services 24 hours a day, we aim to further amplify the&nbsp;Yarra One&nbsp;living experience as a beautiful, luxurious home that pampers, comforts, and inspires our residents," Ong says.

The concierge desk is as luxe as the rest of the building, set in the ground-floor&nbsp;lobby which features a marble block sculpted as a reception desk, framed by elegant brass and bronze detailing.

Services offered by the concierge include welcoming guests, receiving packages, organising transport or arranging reservations for amenity spaces within the building.

5. Dining and library spaces

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Dining and library spaces were designed to act as a natural extension of the apartments at Yarra One, created with smoked timber floors and soaring double-height ceilings.

Residents will have access to the mezzanine cocktail level, plush lounge around an elegant fireplace or the lush gardens of the rooftop.

These communal lounges create an open and stylish space for spending time alone or entertaining friends.

6. Bespoke interiors

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Yarra One features impressive apartments with intelligently-designed interiors in a range of configurations.

Each residence includes floor-to-ceiling windows, custom-designed pendant lights and elegant island benches that introduce an additional layer of sculpted artistry.

Premium integrated Miele appliances and generous butler’s pantries form the kitchen and provide an elegant and practical space for everyday living.

7. Choice of light and dark scheme

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Residents at the South Yarra development can choose between two colour palettes, a light and a dark scheme.

The light scheme features lighter tones in the oak flooring, benchtop and light joinery that connect visually with the bronze pendant lights and kitchen rangehoods.

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In the darker scheme, the pendant lights and rangehood provide a contrast with the dramatic tones of the dark stone benchtop, ebonised joinery and rich oak flooring.

8. Health and wellness offerings

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With designated spaces with a focus on wellness and helping residents available at Yarra One, buyers can enjoy convenient fitness and relaxation offerings.

A gym on level one looks out onto the residents’ garden, while the yoga and dance studio connects to the private spa terrace.

9. Wine room

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“Modelled after a finely detailed cigar box, the wine room at Yarra One has been designed to reflect the prestige of the bottles contained within”, the project marketing reads.

The luxury temperature-controlled room features smoked oak floors, timber joinery and bronze accents.

Adjacent to the lounge and dining room, the wine room is perfect for uncorking bottles or preparing cheese boards for a cocktail party.

10. Connected locale

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Coming home to Claremont Street, residents are nestled amongst the very best of South Yarra and within reach of all of life’s needs.

The suburb is within walking distance to some of Australia’s best known private schools, a ten-minute train ride from the Melbourne CBD, nearby renowned sporting venues and the sprawling Royal Botanic Gardens.

Leading tertiary institutions, fine galleries, and shopping along Collins Street make up the best of urban living.

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The $250 million development boasts numerous amenities and a striking design, with rectilinear patterns and pure geometry.

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The top 10 reasons to buy at the South Yarra apartment development, Yarra One

Buyers wanting to understand what luxury living is like need not look further than the new Melbourne Quarter development.

Situated on Flinders Street, residents at Melbourne Quarter are surrounded by the city&rsquo;s contagious buzz.

Delivered by Lendlease, this new precinct will offer world-class design in an unrivalled location next to Melbourne&rsquo;s main transport hub, Southern Cross Station.

Renowned architects, Fender Katsalidis, Denton Corker Marshall and Woods Bagot, have joined forces with urban design specialists Aspect Oculus, to help create this landmark development and its one, two and three-bedroom apartments.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Urban takes a look at what it&rsquo;s like coming home to this luxurious off-the-plan property.

1. Enter the grand lobby

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&ldquo;Drive through the Flinders Street entrance, past the charming heritage wall, and the elegant porte-coch&egrave;re will lead you to a grand lobby&rdquo;, the project marketing reads.

With a soaring nine-metre canopy, the lobby will welcome residents to their new luxury lifestyle.

2. Burn off steam at the Club MQ

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Residents will enjoy exclusive access to Club MQ, three levels of exclusive resident resort-style amenities,

After returning from work, homebuyers at Melbourne Quarter can stay in shape thanks to gym access, including a private yoga space, a spa and sauna, plus a 25-metre indoor swimming pool.

3. Enjoy dinner in a flexible outdoor dining space

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Flexible private dining spaces cater for all occasions, from a cosy, intimate affair to a lavish banquet.

Indoor dining areas lead to private outdoor terraces, with BBQ facilities and casual open-air seating designed for alfresco entertaining.

4. Relax in the Sky Park

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After dinner, residents can kick off their shoes and feel the grass under your feet at their new neighbourhood sky park.

This great amenity boasts lush lawns, views of Melbourne&rsquo;s skyline, private outdoor dining and barbeque facilities to entertain friends.

5. Watch a movie in the private cinema

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Melbourne Quarter includes a private lounge-style theatrette for residents to unwind in comfort and style.

To create a relaxing space, the cinema fuses dark timber wall panelling with flexible seating arrangements.

6. Relax in your elegant home

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Each apartment in Melbourne Quarter boasts contemporary elegance with European appliances and refined finishes.

The practical design creates a calm, inviting space with amazing views and abundant natural light.

&ldquo;Come home and savour a well-deserved cocktail on the sleek, stone-paved balcony while you drink in the views&rdquo;, the project marketing reads.

The development features contemporary fittings, European appliances and timber flooring.

“Drive through the Flinders Street entrance, past the charming heritage wall, and the elegant porte-cochère will lead you to a grand lobby”, the project marketing reads.

Enjoy a relaxed lifestyle at Melbourne Quarter: What it’s like coming home to this new Lendlease development

The Melbourne developer Riverlee has seen an interesting buyer demographic emerge at its&nbsp;luxury mixed-use Docklands development, Seafarers.

Entrepreneurs and executives have swarmed the Fender Katsalidis-designed development, which incorporates a 280 room 1 Hotel, as well as 123 apartments, which together have been dubbed 1 Hotel and Homes.

Around 70 per cent of buyers so far have been business owners or those in C-suite and executive positions.

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They&#39;ve been drawn to Seafarers, with the under construction development giving buyers the ability to customise their apartments, including adding home office spaces.

They&#39;ve also been keen on the unique inclusion of the hotel support staff, who they can lean on for tasks similar to personal assistants.

David Lee, development director at Riverlee, says they are catering to those that are accustomed to or seeking an international way of living.

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&ldquo;The hotel residence lifestyle has gained a lot of traction in places like New York and Asia, but there is a need for this type of home in Australia.

&quot;There are various residential buildings out there with features such&nbsp;as a concierge service but hotel-branded residences, particularly those with an international focus, take it to another level,&rdquo; Lee added.

&ldquo;Business owners and executives are a key target market at Seafarers with its connectivity to the city and the airport as well as the lifestyle on offer.

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&quot;Looking at hotel-branded residences globally, they hold their value extremely well, showing that their enduring appeal is also a savvy investment.&rdquo;

Residents will be able to use&nbsp;the hotel amenity, including the swimming pool, gym, sauna and spa, housekeeping and personal shopping, in home room service and wellness treatments, and 24-hour concierge services.

Residents will also have access to exclusive resident only amenities, including a rooftop BBQ and garden overlooking the Yarra River, bookable private dining rooms, and library and lounge areas.

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Around 70 per cent of buyers so far have been business owners or those in C-suite and executive positions

Entrepreneurs and executives favour hotel lifestyle as Seafarers, Docklands sales surge

Newly complete and ready-to-move-in, Rise is the latest Melbourne development delivered by leading property developer Caydon.

Situated in the highly sought-after Moonee Ponds, the 29-storey tower is located in the heart of a vibrant village and is just moments from transport to take you to Melbourne and beyond.

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Comprising 297 one, two and three-bedroom residences, Rise delivers a luxury living experience with spacious floorplans, cutting-edge interiors, floor-to-ceiling windows and numerous amenities.

Designed by Fender Katsalidis, the development features a level 22 conservatory with skybar, landscaped deck and gorgeous city views.

Urban takes a look at three of the featured floorplans available at Rise.

1. Apartment 1001

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Apartment 1001 is one of the many floorplan configurations available at Rise, delivering one bedroom, one bathroom and a car space on the tenth floor.

Boasting an internal area of 56sqm, the homes feature natural timber throughout, with a choice of light or dark timber schemes.

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The bathroom, designed for Rise by Omvivo, includes a full-width shower, bespoke solid surface basins and clever storage solutions.

Other features in the home include a 6sqm balcony and a built-in study space.

2. Apartment 1003

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Also located on the tenth floor is Apartment 1003, a three-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment delivering clever shared spaces and a holistic living experience.

The 124sqm apartment features bespoke includes integrated European appliances and built-in robes.

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Other features in the home-sized residence two car spaces, a walk-in pantry and a 13sqm light-filled balcony

The queen-sized master bedroom also includes an ensuite, soft carpeting and walk-in robe.

3. Apartment 2408

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Situated on level 24, Apartment 2408 is one of the 62 penthouse-style apartments that occupy the top eight levels of Rise.

Named Skyhomes, these residences are defined by high-end architecture and walls of glass that frame views of Melbourne.

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The three-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment includes open-plan kitchen, living and dining and sliding doors out to a large balcony.

Among its other features include wide oak floors, gold metallic rangehood suspended from the ceiling and a free-standing bath in the bathroom.

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Comprising 297 one, two and three-bedroom residences, Rise delivers a luxury living experience with spacious floorplans, cutting-edge interiors, floor-to-ceiling windows and numerous amenities

Floorplan focus: Uncover the spacious residences at newly complete Moonee Ponds apartments, Rise

The Docklands development Seafarers will be immediately recognised with its unique and striking facade when it is completed in 2024.

The $500 million development by the Melbourne-based developer Riverlee on the banks of the Yarra River is part of the rejuvenation of the Northbank precinct at the end of Flinders Street.

The global architecture firm Fender Katsalidis were tasked with reimagining the&nbsp;heritage-protected Goods Shed 5, preserving&nbsp;the only intact remnants from the days before containerisation.

Recently Urban caught up with Nicky Drobis,&nbsp;director at Fender Katsalidis, to discuss the development and how the design came to fruition.

JR: What was the brief for Seafarers from Riverlee?

ND: The brief was to design Melbourne&rsquo;s most dynamic mixed-use precinct, which restored and celebrated the site&rsquo;s heritage as the heart of the development.

It was also to create a development that connected to the Yarra River and the natural environment, resulting in plans for the new park at Seafarers Rest.

The goal was to achieve true diversity within the building with entertainment, health and wellbeing, as well as luxury hotel accommodation.

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JR: What interested you in the project? 
 
ND: Beyond the brief itself, and the opportunities it afforded to create a new community within Melbourne, the most interesting part of the project would be the actual building. This is an important part of the revitalisation of the broader Northbank section of the Yarra River, which is undergoing a metamorphosis. The resulting building and community will soon make Seafarers a destination in its own right.

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JR: What were the key priorities?

ND: The careful retention and restoration of the heritage-listed Goods Shed No. 5 and the Malcolm Moore Electric Crane were key to celebrating Melbourne and the Yarra River&rsquo;s industrial heritage.

We also prioritised the view opportunities across the site, not only to the river, but back towards the CBD and Docklands areas.

Looking at it holistically, we focused on an environmentally sustainable design that incorporated key initiatives for a development of this scale.

Finally, we wanted to create enchanting and intriguing journeys through unique building experiences for hotel visitors and residents.

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JR: Was the string of amenities high on the priority list?

ND: A focus on health and wellbeing was fundamental in the design process of the building. We have designed numerous wellness spaces which directly engage with the natural environment and incorporate living green, in addition to the landscaped terrace spaces.

A selection of private amenities includes a library and lounge, dining rooms, spa and sauna spaces and a rooftop garden.

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JR: What was the biggest challenge in conceiving the design? 
 
ND: As much as a mixed-use development can be a challenge, this adds increased complexity, requiring a higher level of design thinking and execution.

The numerous challenges of design and construction start with the heritage shed, then work through those associated with the different uses.

In a planning sense, you have a cantilevered element of the building laid on top of the heritage shed, as well as the addition of a basement, while multiple uses are split horizontally throughout the building.

JR: Was it difficult to combine the residential apartment element with the hotel space?

ND: There are great synergies afforded by residents being able to utilise all the food and beverage offerings provided by the hotel. However, we&rsquo;ve worked carefully to create independent spaces for residents to provide them with a sense of exclusivity and privacy within the building. This way we can offer residents their own exclusive spaces, while allowing them to use every bit of the hotel.

JR: Had you done this on a previous project? 

ND: Yes. A lot of our work has involved precinctual design and mixed-use buildings, with all the complexities and opportunities that come with each. Seafarers is not dissimilar, albeit in a singular building.

One example we have currently in construction is Merdeka118, which upon completion will become the second tallest skyscraper in the world.⁠⁠ Its incredibly complex infrastructure and mix of uses includes a shopping centre, commercial floorplates and luxury hotel accommodation, each atop one another.

JR: Where did you draw inspiration from for the building?

ND: The components of the building&rsquo;s form are derived from their uses and are defined as such externally. Most visibly, the heritage shed is retained, restored and celebrated at the base of the tower with the next seven levels being hotel accommodation.

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Above that, reading quite distinctly, we have the apartment levels with a highly articulated floorplan edge, which enables the fa&ccedil;ade glazing to reflect light in a way that is reminiscent of the movement of water.

JR: How did you collaborate with Carr Design to make sure the interiors of the apartments were in keeping with the rest of the building?

ND: The Carr team worked very carefully to design interiors that are both elegant and luxurious.

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The overriding idea in the design the of the apartments was to maximise the view opportunities for residents. There is a rigour to the planning which is experienced as you move through the plan, creating a seamless experience. The apartments are also very generously sized with finely considered details and a warm, classic palette of materials.

JR: What part of the design are you most proud of/what are you most looking forward to seeing? 
 
ND: We are eagerly looking forward to how the building will function, fostering a vibrant series of uses for residents, guests and visitors. We are proud of how it celebrates an important part of Melbourne&rsquo;s heritage in its retention of the shed, and thus its distinctive reflection of uses as a former industrial site.

This also has us looking forward to seeing the building as a sculptural built form to the precinct along the river frontage and a marker for the wider precinct.

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Fender Katsalidis were tasked with reimagining the heritage-protected Goods Shed 5, preserving the only intact remnants from the days before containerisation



The Design Details: Fender Katsalidis Architects discuss Riverlee's mixed-use Docklands development Seafarers

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A two-tower mixed-use development in Melbourne's emerging Northbank precinct by developer Mirvac has received approval from the local council.

The two towers at 7 Spencer Street, which Mirvac bought for $200 million just over a year ago, will comprise a 32-storey build-to-rent tower with 472 apartments and a 20-storey commercial tower.

Craig Baudin, director at Fender Katsalidis, says that the approval of the project will be significant in bringing life to this part of the city.

“Our design is a vibrant new mixed-use precinct, consisting of two distinctive towers that will revitalise and reconnect this overlooked corner of the city,” he says.

The Fender Katsalidis design gives each of the towers its own identity in accordance with their uses while being connected at the podium level through a retail offering and commonality in materiality and colour palette.

The podium forms have been expressed as highly textured and landscaped components, above which sit the simpler and cleaner lines of the two tower forms.

The uses of the towers will give the area activity during and outside of business hours to activate this precinct while creating new laneway connections to the city and Southern Cross Station.

“Comprising a build-to-rent apartment building combined with a landmark office tower, this will be a lively new place to live and work and will leave its mark on Melbourne in a generous and meaningful way," Baudin says.

“With build-to-rent still a new typology in Melbourne, the project is unique by showing how it can engage and integrate with an adjacent office building within a single precinct.

"It signifies the direction of residential living in the city while also catering to agile workplaces with large, flexible floorplates,” Baudin added.
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The two towers at 7 Spencer Street, which Mirvac bought for $200 million just over a year ago, will comprise a 32-storey build-to-rent tower with 472 apartments and a 20-storey commercial tower.

Mirvac secure approval for 472 build-to-rent Melbourne apartment development

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Residences in the new Australia 108 apartment complex, the tallest residential building in the southern hemisphere, have hit the market.

Located in Melbourne’s Southbank, the Australia 108 tower was designed by Fender Katsalidis and pays homage to the Australian flag with a rotated golden structure protruding from the building.

The 161 Cloud Residences are located between 210 metres and 319 metres above ground across the tower’s 72 through 100 floors, atop the building’s iconic Starburst feature. A collection of four limited edition Nova sub-penthouses are also on offer. Located on level 97 the three-bedroom, three-bathroom apartments span up to 200 sqm. They have price tags between $4,746,000 and $5,558,000.

The Cloud Residences also represent some of the most expensive residential apartments real estate in the nation, with prices between $1.9 million for a three bedroom and $25 million for the statement trophy 797 sqm penthouse, the most expensive apartment sold in Australia at the time of its sale in 2015.

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<figcaption>Cloud Residence Living Room</figcaption></figure>Prices for a one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment start from $470,000 and two-bedroom, two-bathroom starting from $630,000. The apartment's amenities include infinity pools, sauna and steam rooms, a private cinema and sophisticated dining and lounge rooms. Carr Design has curated the interiors of the units.

Australia 108 is located a three minute walk from the Crown Casino and entertainment complex and a seven minute walk to Flinders Street Station.

World Class Land, who developed the project, are also working on 30 Albert Street in Brisbane which is set to rise to over 270 metres.

Other projects by the developers include Melbourne’s Avant, located on 54 A’Beckett Street.
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Offerings include four limited sub-penthouses located on level 97 which starts from $4,746,000.

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Apartments in Melbourne's Australia 108, the Southern Hemisphere's tallest residential tower, listed for sale

Developer EcoWorld International has just announced a new range of single-occupancy duplexes in response to buyer demand for spacious homes in the heart of the city.

The Fender Katsalidis-designed <a href="/buildings/yarra-one-16-22-claremont-street-south-yarra">Yarra One</a> will be adding an additional 5 duplexes which will span across two levels and will be accessible via an indoor staircase. EcoWorld International&rsquo;s Cliff Tan explains that the dual-level duplex concept is already proving to be successful across many global cities.

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&ldquo;Penthouses are traditionally the only two-storey apartments available in residential apartments, however, we have drawn inspiration from cities across the globe to offer a more accessible, Manhattan-style living that is rarely seen in Melbourne.&rdquo;
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Cliff Tan, EcoWorld Head of Project Planning and Development

Each duplex will be sold as single-occupancy units, with the scope of acquiring interest from a broad selection of property seekers, including first home buyers, downsizers, young families, retirees and empty nesters. The concept also alludes to the <a href="/news/multi-generational-living-the-rise-of-the-super-apartment">rise of multi-generational living</a> in Melbourne City, with many families purchasing one or more apartments to create &ldquo;super apartments&rdquo;. The duplex concept provides a solution to the limited landmass on offer in Melbourne&rsquo;s inner suburbs, by creating spacious vertical living spaces.&nbsp;

Owners of the duplexes will have access to all the same on-site amenities as Yarra One apartment owners, including access to the wellness precinct, gymnasium, outdoor spa, dance studio, yoga room, dining room and entertainment lounge. Residents are also invited to utilise the atrium co-working space which aims to give semi-retirees and freelancers the flexibility to work from the comfort of their own home.&nbsp;

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&ldquo;We have a much better understanding now on how Australians want to live and we will future-proof our developments to meet their needs.&rdquo;&nbsp;
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Cliff Tan, EcoWorld Head of Project Planning and Development&nbsp;

The duplexes will be priced from $1,300,000 with individualised floorplans available upon request. The entire development is slated for completion by 2020.&nbsp;

Lead image: Yarra One duplex units. Credit:&nbsp;Fender Katsalidis/EcoWorld International

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