Holiday home buyers who have long gravitated to Queenstown’s alpine setting are increasingly looking for low-maintenance apartments that allow them to lock up and leave, while still generating income when they’re away.

For Wendy, who had spent years visiting the Queenstown and Arrowtown region, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/safari-group">Safari Group</a>’s Mountain Oak Apartments provided the opportunity to formalise what had previously been a recurring holiday pattern.

“We always had Queenstown in the back of our minds to buy something there as a holiday home,” she says. “We love the Queenstown and Arrowtown area.”

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Time spent visiting her sister-in-law, who owns in Arrowtown, along with regular stays at Millbrook Resort, had already shaped a strong personal connection to the region.&nbsp;

Rather than approaching the purchase purely as an investment play, Wendy’s starting point was lifestyle.

“We were more thinking about ourselves and where we could stay, and then the rental aspect was second.”

Mountain Oak Apartments, located within the masterplanned Remarkables Park precinct in Frankton, aligned with that thinking. The ability to secure the apartment with a deposit and settle on completion made the timing work.

“The fact that we could put a deposit down with the balance on completion was a bonus for us,” she explains.

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Wendy selected a two-bedroom, two-bathroom penthouse, a configuration that supports both private use and guest flexibility.

“The two-bedroom, two-bathroom configuration appealed from both a rental viewpoint and for the ability to have friends stay while we are there,” she says.

Across the development, two-bedroom apartments range from 64sqm to 78sqm, with two-bedroom plus flexi options from 71sqm to 75sqm, each with an allocated car park. The flexi layouts introduce an additional space suited to work or hobbies, reflecting demand from buyers who split their time between leisure and remote work.

Apartments include underfloor heating in bathrooms, heat pumps to living areas, and joinery positioned to maximise natural light and mountain outlooks. The Remarkables Park precinct is known for its extended winter sunshine hours, water frontage and open views toward The Remarkables.&nbsp;

Units come in light and dark interior colour schemes.

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While lifestyle was the primary driver, the fundamentals of the Queenstown market added reassurance.&nbsp;

“Proximity to the airport and tourism being the main attraction all year round,” Wendy says, when asked what stood out from an investment perspective.

Mountain Oak sits just eight kilometres from Queenstown’s CBD and around a two-minute drive from Queenstown Airport.&nbsp;

For Wendy, that airport proximity carries practical value.

“The airport proximity is a bonus, we think that being so close will be an attraction for the convenience side.”

Residents are also a short drive from Coronet Peak, Jack’s Point Golf Course, New World Supermarket, Five Mile Shopping Centre, and the dining, medical, gym, cinema and library amenities within the town centre, as well as the seasonal Remarkables Market.

Importantly, the purchase does not lock owners into a single use. Mountain Oak offers the flexibility to opt for short-term visitor accommodation or longer-term residential rental management, with 365-day visitor accommodation consent in place. Owners can utilise Safari Group’s 24/7 on-site management service or appoint their own provider, and do not need to decide on a strategy immediately.

“It was a bonus that we can rent it out as well as use it for ourselves,” she says.

Additional buying options, including furniture packages and storage units available for purchase within the building, further support a lock-and-leave model suited to interstate and overseas owners.

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Mountain Oak Apartments comprises 141 residences, ranging from one-bedroom configurations through to larger apartments and penthouses. One-bedroom apartments are currently priced from NZ$639,000, with three-bedroom options from NZ$1,299,000.

With 365-day visitor accommodation consent, the development is structured to respond to Queenstown’s established four-season tourism economy, spanning winter ski traffic and summer hiking, cycling, golf and lake-based activity.

Although Wendy acknowledges the strength of rental demand, her approach remains long term.

“We’re not planning to sell it anytime soon, so we are keen to hang on to it, but the passive income will be a bonus.”

Confidence in the developer also influenced her decision. Before proceeding, Wendy sought feedback within the local building community.

“We asked around and Safari Group had a good reputation,” she says.

Safari Group has delivered more than 2,000 hotel units and residential apartments across over 18 developments nationwide, with more than 25 years’ experience in the sector.

With completion anticipated by mid-2027, Mountain Oak is attracting a cross-section of buyers, from yield-focused investors to lifestyle purchasers seeking a foothold in one of New Zealand’s most tightly held alpine markets.

For Wendy, it represents both a future holiday base and a long-term asset within Queenstown’s year-round tourism economy.

Joel Robinson

How Mountain Oak Apartments draws holiday home buyers to Queenstown

Eduard Litver's Capitel Group is seeking to redevelop Chatswood's Mandarin Centre in the heart of the burgeoning suburb.

Capitel Group, in a joint venture with Metis Group, has filed a State Significant Development Application (SSDA) to demolish the Mandarin Centre and construct a 32-storey tower designed by Skidmore, Owings &amp; Merrill (SOM) with 325 apartments.

The 3,524 sqm site at 61A-65 Albert Avenue will also home extensive retail amenity, both at street-level and across a four-level podium.

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In its early stage Design Report submitted to the NSW Government's Housing Delivery Authority, SOM describes the ambition for the project as one that “aims to revitalise and reactivate an important corner of the Chatswood CBD.”

The architects note that the existing shopping centre “has a lack of vertical connection between its five levels of retail and a cumbersome pedestrian access from the street to the second-level transit connection,” framing the redevelopment as an opportunity to reconfigure circulation and better integrate with surrounding transport infrastructure.

The design adopts a single tower configuration, shaped through early testing to respond to neighbouring buildings and key public spaces.

Retail activation is concentrated at ground and lower podium levels, with a focus on food and beverage, lifestyle and wellness tenancies. The intent is to create a more permeable ground plane and improve connections between Albert Avenue, Victor Street and the Chatswood transport interchange, located within walking distance of the site.

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The site occupies a prominent position on the southern edge of the Chatswood CBD core, bounded by Albert Avenue and Victor Street. It sits near the rail and metro interchange and within close proximity to Chatswood Chase, Westfield Chatswood, Chatswood Oval and a range of commercial office towers and residential buildings.

Chatswood has been one, and continues to be, of the most popular suburbs for developers in recent years. The most recent tower to launch is Hyecorp's Celine on Archer Street, which followed The Anderson by Changfa and Huirong.

Soon to launch is Coronation's Archer &amp; Albert nearby the new proposal.

Chatswood boom continues with Capitel and Metis’s $1.2 billion Mandarin Centre redevelopment

Apartment development applications continue to tally up in Rose Bay following the NSW Gov's 2025 update to the Low and Mid-Rise Housing Policy.

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Some $200 million worth of developments were filed in the space of four weeks at the back end of last year, with the likes of Fyve, HSN, Luxcon and Fortis all seeking to creating new apartment buildings.

The latest plans are for an amalgamated 3,105 sqm site across Conway Avenue, Fernleigh Avenue, and Carlisle Street. Developer Mathieson Property is planning <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/dian-2-6-conway-avenue-rose-bay-nsw-2029">Dian</a>, 70 apartments across a new eight-storey building, perched on a ridgeline within walking distance of Rose Bay Town Centre.

The State Significant Development Application (SSDA), includes one-, two-, three- and four-bedroom configurations. Over 15 per cent will be dedicated as affordable, as per the NSW Government's push for affordable housing. The 17 apartments will be managed by a community housing provider for 15 years following completion of the building.

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MHNDU has designed the building around three central cores, with lower-level apartments arranged to maximise corner balconies and cross-ventilation. Upper levels are configured with dual north–south aspects to capture harbour views and solar access.

Private open space is a key feature of the scheme, with generous balconies and terraces throughout. Five ground-floor apartments would include private pools, while one upper-level residence will feature a rooftop terrace and pool. A communal room and adjoining landscaped outdoor terraces provide shared open space for residents.

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The site sits around 365 metres walking distance of Rose Bay Town Centre and around 312 metres from regular bus services on New South Head Road, meeting the accessible area criteria under the Housing SEPP.

In early 2025, the NSW Government implemented significant changes to its Low and Mid-Rise Housing Policy, altering planning controls to allow greater density for new apartment projects within an 800-metre walking distance of stations and town centres in the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/woollahra-nsw-2025">Woollahra</a>&nbsp;Local Government Area, overriding existing local controls. Buildings are now permitted to rise up to six storeys within 400 metres of a station or centre, or eight storeys where affordable housing is incorporated, and up to four storeys within the 401 to 800 metre radius, which can increase to six storeys with affordable housing.

Mathieson Property unveils Dian Rose Bay apartment development

Lower North Shore developer <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/hyecorp-property-group">Hyecorp</a> is preparing to launch <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/celine-chatswood-37-archer-street-chatswood-nsw-2067">Celine</a>, its new apartment development in Chatswood.

Set within a blue ribbon location on Archer Street, Celine will rise on a quiet, tree-lined enclave on the edge of the South Chatswood Heritage Conservation Area, a short walk from the connectivity which Chatswood is famous for.

Celine will deliver 122 one, two, three, and four-bedroom residences, designed to accommodate a broad range of buyers, from owner-occupiers to investors.

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Designed by&nbsp;<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/fuse-architecture-0">Fuse Architects</a>, the 29-storey tower has been shaped to respond to its Archer Street setting, with a defined podium and slender upper levels.&nbsp;

The building incorporates a two-storey residential lobby at the corner, double-height retail fronting Bertram Street, food and beverage tenancies along a through-site link, and two levels of commercial office space.&nbsp;

A landscaped pedestrian connection between Archer and Bertram streets will provide a publicly accessible link through the site, extending activity at ground level beyond the building footprint.

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Inside, Hyecorp is emphasising scale and flexibility. Most residences will incorporate multipurpose rooms, allowing buyers to configure additional living, study or guest space within their floorplan.&nbsp;

Kitchens have been designed with proportions more commonly associated with standalone homes, complemented by Gaggenau and Miele appliances, integrated refrigeration, Miele laundry appliances, Taj Mahal stone and bronze tapware.&nbsp;

Buyers will also have the option to tailor aspects of their home through the developer’s “Live Your Way” personalisation service.

Resident amenity will include an outdoor pool, gym and sauna, as well as barbecue and lounge areas designed for shared use. Upper levels are oriented to capture eastern outlooks towards the Sydney CBD and surrounding greenery.

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The location places future residents within 800 metres of Chatswood Interchange, providing access to metro and rail services, and within walking distance of Westfield, Chatswood Chase and the Chatswood Concourse. Parks including Chatswood Park and Beauchamp Park are nearby, along with a cluster of schools and private hospitals.

Celine continues Hyecorp’s focus on the Lower North Shore. The Australian, family-owned developer has been operating locally for more than 30 years, with recent projects including Audrey in St Leonards, now nearing completion, and Juliet in Roseville. With registrations expected to open soon, Celine represents the group’s latest addition to the Chatswood apartment market.

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Hyecorp unveils Celine, a striking new apartment tower in the heart of Chatswood

International development company <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/spg-land">SPG Land</a> has kicked off construction of the $1.5 billion <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/paradiso-place-surfers-paradise-103-ferny-avenue-surfers-paradise-qld-4217">Paradiso Place</a>, one of the highest value developments to get underway on the Gold Coast in more than a decade.

Located on a 1.15ha site stretching from Surfers Paradise Boulevard to Ferny Avenue, Paradiso Place, when completed, will deliver 845 residences across three residential towers. &nbsp;

Paradiso Place has been several years in planning by SPG, which has now pushed the green light on construction to meet pent-up demand from investors and owner occupiers.

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The move follows minor amendments to the original design to cater to buyer demand, including the provision of more premium residential amenity, including private dining, lounge and events spaces for residents to entertain guests.

The three towers, comprising 41, 40 and 44 levels, will bring to the market 845 apartments with each tower boasting its own podium level interconnected skybridge to create a unique elevated ‘beachside village’ for residents.

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The <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/rothelowman">Rothelowman</a>-designed development will bring a broad range of residences to the market, most offering ocean views and all enjoying five-star hotel amenities with world-class facilities and the convenience ground level retail precinct.

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Construction of Paradiso Place has been made possible by SPG’s newly established SPG Built division partnered with experienced project management group Eastview Australia, a company that has supported the development of a raft of major projects on the Gold Coast over the past two decades.

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“It’s a very exciting time for Paradiso Place as we start construction,” said SPG Land Chairman David Wang.

“We have spent our energy refreshing design and assembling the best team and waiting for what we believe is the right time to start construction on one of the most exciting mixed-use developments to proceed on the Gold Coast since Oracle in Broadbeach and Circle on Cavill in Surfers Paradise. &nbsp;

“The local and interstate downsizer market is getting stronger, and we see Paradiso Place as the right project for our times right now. Our company has the capacity to deliver large-scale projects, and we are thrilled to be bringing this vision to reality.”

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SPG Invest, a company founded in Australia in 1998 with a focus on high-end real estate and premium hospitality assets, has delivered 56 projects in the Asia-Pacific region over the past twenty-five years, including The Peninsula Hotel Shanghai and the Global 188 twin-tower project in Suzhou and Cambridge Residences at Robina.

Paradiso Place will deliver a range of new apartments with two-, three- and four-bedroom layouts, as well as a collection of sub-penthouse and penthouse apartments across three levels. Prices start from $950,000.

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“We have a very strong vision for Paradiso Place – we are creating a unique beachside residential community where contemporary design &amp; architecture and luxury materials combine with five star residents’ amenities and the convenience of a premium retail precinct on the ground floor”, said SPG Land CEO Dr Ying Rao&nbsp;

“We are confident that the community will recognise that this is more than just another development. Paradiso Place will bring a much-needed retail precinct and lifestyle hub to northern Surfers Paradise with premium retail, lifestyle and food and beverage options,” Said Dr Rao&nbsp;

“The retail precinct is critical to enhancing the lifestyle amenity for residents and guests, so SPG will retain control of this precinct to curate a premium retail offering that will support this thriving new community.

“SPG will also retain short-term holiday letting to control premium and luxury outcomes in line with our vision.”

Construction of Stage 1 Paradiso Place is expected to be completed by end of 2029.

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Construction commences on $1.5 billion Paradiso Place development in Surfers Paradise

Floorplan Focus

A range of floorplan configurations are available at Cube Developments&rsquo; latest Birtinya apartment project in the fast-growing Sunshine Coast corridor, Seasons.

The design of the two, three and four-bedroom residences focuses on lifestyle, centred around work, rest and elevated leisure.

Rising seven levels across three individual buildings, each tower boasts its own personality and expansive views from the Birtinya Island canals to the ocean.

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Seasons also&nbsp;includes a lifestyle swimming pool, 25m lap pool, business office hub, wellness centre, kitchen and private dining areas for the exclusive use of all Seasons residents.

Urban looks at three distinct floorplans currently on the market at Seasons.

1. Unit 106

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Unit 106 is a two-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment typical to this development, also available on levels two, three, four, five and six.

Set over an internal area of 82sqm, the residence includes an open-plan living and dining area, separate laundry, master with ensuite and a 15sqm balcony.

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As with all apartments, the Cottee Parker Architects-designed home includes large format floor tiles, blended carpet in bedrooms and premium finishes.

The apartment comes with one car space and has been priced from $499,000.

2. Unit G01

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Boasting an internal area of 116sqm, Unit G01 includes three bedrooms and two bathrooms with built-in robes.

The home features an open-plan living and dining area which extends onto a large 36sqm terrace, while the master bedroom includes a walk-in robe and ensuite.

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Kitchens in this unit feature European appliances, selected laminate cabinetry and 20mm manufactured benchtops, forming the centre of the home.

Listed from $690,000, the residence also comes with two designated car parking spots for the convenience of residents.

3. Penthouse 
Four-bedroom, three-bathroom

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The largest apartment on offer at Seasons is the four-bedroom, three-bathroom penthouse on the seventh floor.

With an internal area of 204sqm and an external area of 43sqm, this large residence features a butlers pantry, a separate laundry, a bathroom and powder room, and a study area.

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The master bedroom boasts a walk-in robe, ensuite and access to its own private balcony, while a second balcony connects two other bedrooms.

Like other units in the tower, buyers have the choice between two colour schemes, coastal or urban, while enjoying premium joinery and luxury finishes.

The penthouse is available from $1.4 million, with completion on the entire project expected in early 2023. &nbsp;

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A range of floorplan configurations are available at Cube Developments’ latest Birtinya apartment project in the fast-growing Sunshine Coast corridor, Seasons.

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Floorplan focus: Inside the two and three-bedroom residences on the Sunshine Coast at Seasons, Birtinya

Nestled in Pakenham, Altius is a boutique community only minutes from the township, providing a calm and peaceful retreat for first home buyers.

Developed by Creation Homes, Altius is located amongst an enviable mix of recreation, shopping, dining and entertainment.

Pakenham provides a fresh start to new residents, with amenities including the historically significant Winjeel&rsquo;s trail, the local Bunyip State Park, and the bustling local markets that feature fresh produce, unique artwork and craftware.

The heart of the Dandenong Ranges is just a 40-minute drive away, with cafes, antique shops, wineries and an abundance of bike and walking tracks.

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Boasting a collection of 33 residences in three and four-bedroom configurations, Altius features lots ranging in size from 322sqm to 608sqm.

&ldquo;Everything you need for comfortable living is at your fingertips&rdquo;, the project marketing reads, with privacy, community and a sense of peace and tranquillity at the forefront the project&rsquo;s design.

First home buyers and growing families alike have plenty of choice with a great range of house and land packages offering an affordable contemporary home design.

The developers also require just a 10 per cent deposit until the completion of the home.

Urban takes a look at three configurations on offer at Altius.

1. Coventry 165

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Available at Lot 28 of the Altius collection, Coventry 165 is a single-storey detached home.

Featuring three bedrooms, two bathrooms and a laundry, this spacious layout lies on a 475sqm lot with an internal area of 167.55sqm.

Homebuyers can choose between four fa&ccedil;ade options - Callista, Classic, Coastal or Plantation - to bring a unique style to their property.

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The home is listed for $585,640 and includes a walk-in robe in the main bedroom, open-plan living, dining and kitchen and a two-car garage.

2. Wynyard 181

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This large four-bedroom, two-bathroom property in Pakenham is ideal for family living.

Sitting on a 532sqm lot, Wynyard 181 is another single-storey home at Altius that offers four fa&ccedil;ade options, a master-bedroom with ensuite and walk-in robe, and a two-car garage.

Like all homes at the Cardinia Estate, Wynyard 181 comes finished with premium inclusions, including flooring, stainless steel appliances, LED downlights and a six-star energy rating.

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With an internal area of 183.33sqm, the spacious configuration at Lot 13 is available for families or investors at an affordable price of $612,640.

3. Gladstone 200

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As the largest configuration still available at Altius, Gladstone 200 provides the necessary room for entertaining family and friends.

The development features an internal area of 202.8sqm and sits on a 547sqm lot, which includes site works, front and rear landscaping, driveway and fencing.

Located at Lot 30, the four-bedroom, two-bathroom home includes a laundry, alfresco dining area, open-plan living kitchen and dining, a study and two-car garage.

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The full turn-key home is listed for $631,640, and similarly allows residents the choice between four fa&ccedil;ade options.

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Urban takes a look at three configurations on offer at Altius at Cardinia Estate

Pakenham townhouse development Altius offering buyers a number of floorplans

Iris Residential delivers the ultimate in 21st-century convenience in the popular community of Shenton Park, with their latest project, Shenton Quarter.

Designed by Cameron Chisholm Nicol Architects, the mix of architecturally designed loft-style townhouses and one, two and three-bedroom apartments offer an unrivalled way of living within a vibrant, environmentally conscious community.

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Shenton Quarter features landscaped gardens, lounge and dining area, fruit orchid, 20-metre heated swimming pool, barbeque deck and children&rsquo;s play area.

According to Iris Residential, there are close to 50 unique floorplan layouts across Shenton Quarter&rsquo;s apartments.

Urban takes a look at four of the different floorplans available.

1. Apartment Type 1D 
One-bedroom apartments from $399,000

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Located on the lower ground, apartment type 1D boasts a one-bedroom, one-bathroom residence with a car area.

Set over an internal area of 57sqm, the home includes an open-plan living and dining area, L-shaped kitchen and abundant storage.

The apartment also includes a generous 39sqm terrace, walk-in robe and laundry space.

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One-bedroom apartments in Shenton Quarter come furnished with Smeg appliances in the kitchen, reconstituted stone benchtops and the choice between three colour schemes.

2. Apartment Type 2F 
Two-bedroom, one-bathroom apartments from $580,000

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Located on level one and two of the mixed-use development, apartment type 2F boasts two bedrooms and one bathroom, with a 13sqm car bay area included.

Featuring a large 50sqm balcony and an internal area of 85sqm, this large apartment is ideal for entertaining family and friends.

The open-plan living and dining space opens the residence to the outdoors with abundant light shining through the floor-to-ceiling windows.

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Among its features include built-in robes, Smeg appliances and 100 per cent wool carpets.

3. Apartment Type 2K.2 
Two-bedroom, two-bathroom apartments from $640,000

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The apartment type 2K.2 configuration provides greater luxury with a superbly appointed two-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment layout available across 16 apartments.

Set over 90sqm, balconies range between 17sqm and 38sqm in this large apartment.

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It boasts open-plan living, built-in robes, an acrylic bathtub and up to 9sqm of internal storage space, as well as a 26sqm car bay area for two cars.

4. Apartment Type 3I 
Three-bedroom apartments from $880,000

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Located on levels three to six of the six-floor building, apartment type 3I provides a grand family-sized apartment at Shenton Park.

With an internal area of 130sqm and an impressive 95sqm balcony, the residence delivers unmatched luxury to Perth.

The home includes three bedrooms, two bathrooms, two internal storage rooms, walk-in robes, and a separate laundry room.

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Finishes in the apartment include energy-efficient recessed LED downlights, reconstituted stone benchtops, Smeg appliances and a free-standing acrylic bath.

It also includes storerooms provided at front entry, on the balcony and in the car park, as well as two undercover car bays in side by side arrangements.

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According to Iris Residential, there are close to 50 unique floorplan layouts across Shenton Quarter’s apartments

Shenton Quarter, Perth apartments offer abundant open plan living

Thomas Street, comprising just 69 one, two and three bedroom apartments, is&nbsp;part of the break-out&nbsp;first release in the&nbsp;$2 billion Moonee Valley Park master-plan developed by Hamton.

The masterplan has been named&nbsp;in part after the suburb it calls home, situated in the heart of Moonee Ponds, a sought-after inner-city locale in Melbourne&rsquo;s north-west.

Over 80% sold out, Thomas Street was designed by the award-winning Rothelowman, who partnered with interior design firm Mim Design for much of the residential work across the project, including Feehan Row, the terrace and house development in the master-plan&rsquo;s first release.

The one-bedroom apartments have already been snapped up so we at Urban&nbsp;focused primarily on the remaining two and three bedders.

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<ul>
	<li>
	Two Bed | Two Bath | One Car | 75 sqm | $645,000 (pictured below)
	</li>
	<li>
	Three&nbsp;Bed | Two Bath | Two&nbsp;Car | 114&nbsp;sqm | $1,090,000
	</li>
</ul>

Entering Thomas Street residents step into a Mim-designed lobby home to&nbsp;vertical batten screens, complemented by marble and terazzo finishes.

The residences are divided into four based on where they are located in the building with&nbsp;the ground floor being home to the Garden Residences&nbsp;featuring expansive courtyard gardens and secure individual entries.

A majority of the apartments comprise of either the North facing Hedgeview Residences&nbsp;with generous terraces fringed by living green walls or the Gardenview Residences overlooking a the landscaped residents garden.

As a rule, apartments at Thomas Street offer large entertainer&rsquo;s kitchens with butler&rsquo;s pantries, private home office spaces and walk-in-robes also available in some apartments.&nbsp;

Throughout the building, form and finishes are united through contemporary detailing. A palette of ochre, merlot and pumice tones will flow and&nbsp;blend with the future surrounding parkland.

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Rothelowman worked alongside&nbsp;Tract Landscape Architects to unify the building&rsquo;s contemporary form and biophilic design elements to emphasize connectivity to the natural environment.

Thomas Street&nbsp;residents will have access to plenty of amenities and services including car charging stations and a dog wash station inside. Plus, within the nearby future sister building, there is a lobby, concierge and delivery services on offer..

Residents and visitors will have access to Stonepine Square, a Mediterranean style piazza, as well as Cox Place, a dynamic village designed to fulfill convenience and lifestyle needs, from caf&eacute; culture to a social hot spot, business heart and wellness hub.

Thomas Street is now under construction, with completion anticipated by the end of 2022.

Over 80% sold out, Thomas Street was designed by the award-winning Rothelowman, who partnered with interior design firm Mim Design for much of the residential work across the masterplan

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Inside the apartment floorplans of near sell-out Thomas Street at Moonee Valley Park

Melbourne developer Caydon Property has gone above and beyond for buyers of Skyhome apartments in their recently completed Moonee Ponds apartment tower, Rise.

Skyhomes are penthouse-style apartments designed to make the most of the sweeping views across Melbourne. Soaring to 29 levels, Rise offers the highest views north of Melbourne&rsquo;s CBD.&nbsp;

Skyhome residents can enjoy access to their own private club, The Conservatory, located on Level 22.

The exclusive lounge has been created to offer a more intimate experience than standard communal areas found in other developments. Skyhome residents and their guests can grab a drink at the bar and socialise in a number of areas, including the outdoor deck, indoor banquet-style seating or the lounge seating in front of the fireplace.

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The fixtures and fittings of the Skyhomes also exude luxury, featuring high-quality finishes and spacious open-plan living space. The kitchens are fitted with European appliances, with a gold-metallic rangehood suspended from the ceiling. The island bench has stone benchtops and a cantilevered oak breakfast bar.

The bathroom exudes contemporary design with its feature wall tiling framing the vanity, whilst the remaining floor-to-ceiling porcelain tiles are in a white matt finish. In most Skyhomes, the bathroom features bespoke, dual Omvivo basins.

Prices for the Skyhomes start from $864,000. There are both two- and three-bedroom options remaining, with living space ranging from 88 sqm up to 130 sqm.&nbsp;

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Skyhome buyers will also have access to the communal facilities on level two, which features an indoor heated pool and spa. On the same level is Club Rise, the building&rsquo;s health and fitness centre with a fully equipped gymnasium with sauna and a yoga studio.

Mason Terrace, an indoor-outdoor entertaining space, is situated on level four. A full-sized indoor kitchen can be booked for entertaining, while outside is a barbecue area.

Rise, located on Everage Street in the heart of the vibrant village, has 297 one, two and three-bedroom apartments across its 29 levels.

Rise also has its own concierge and resident app, Caydon HQ, allowing residents to interact with neighbours, manage deliveries, place repair requests and more.

For a limited time, Caydon Property are offering a six month settlement on any two or three-bedroom apartment, a unique offering targeting buyers who are yet to have sold their current home.

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Caydon Property’s Rise delivers a luxury living experience with spacious floorplans, cutting-edge interiors, floor-to-ceiling windows and numerous amenities.

The extra luxuries on offer for Skyhome buyers at Rise apartments in Moonee Ponds

Accompanying the completion of the $430 million Glen Shopping Centre&nbsp;redevelopment is Sky Garden, one of the newly completed residential&nbsp;developments in Glen Waverley.

Comprising 546 one, two and three-bedroom residences, Sky Garden delivers a luxury living experience atop the most modern revamped shopping centre in the East.

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Designed by Rothelowman and DKO Architecture, the development boasts a collection of residences that suit a range of lifestyles and profiles, from growing families to downsizers and single professionals.

A relaxed sense of luxury fills every space, with seamless connections to the private gardens and panoramic views outside.

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Residents living at the project have access to over 4,000 sqm of internal and external facilities with one of the most impressive features being the rightfully named sky garden.

The sky garden offers the residents shade, sun lounges, a bar and kitchen for entertaining, kids playground, vegetable gardens, large lawns, private dining and seating sanctuaries.

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Construction on the development reached completion in December 2020.

Urban takes a look at three of the featured floorplans available at Sky Garden.

1. Azalea, Type 116

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Apartment Type 116 is one of the many floorplan configurations available at Sky Garden, offering two bedrooms and two bathrooms.

Boasting an internal area of over 70 sqm, the apartments feature an organic composition with a restrained outcome.

The residence includes an open-plan living and dining area, built-in robes, and an 8 sqm balcony.

2. Jasmine, Type 211

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Offering a slightly bigger floorplan at an internal area of 79 sqm, Jasmine Type 211 has two bathrooms, two bedrooms and a car space.

The apartment features walk-in robes, an open-plan living and dining space, and a master bedroom with ensuite.

Available on levels three through nine, the residence has a 9 sqm balcony and floor-to-ceiling windows.

3. Magnolia, Type 322

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Situated on levels seven through eleven, this Magnolia floorplan is one of five layouts available at Sky Garden.

Type 322 offers&nbsp;residents three bedrooms, two bathrooms and two car spaces, as well as abundant storage and a large master bedroom.

Set over a total area of 122 sqm, the home-sized apartment includes an open-plan kitchen, living and dining, curved floor-to-ceiling windows and built-in robes.

The large balcony commands exceptional views, from the majestic Dandenong Ranges to the towers of Melbourne&rsquo;s city skyline.

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Designed by Rothelowman and DKO Architecture, the development boasts a collection of residences that suit a range of lifestyles and profiles



Floorplan focus: Three varied layouts available to buyers at Sky Garden, Glen Waverley apartments

The Aultun Property Group townhouse collection, Haven Townhomes in Keysborough, south-east of Melbourne, has been designed by the highly regarded Cera Stribley Architects, who have produced designs for luxury developments Edition in Toorak and Tate in Kew.

They&rsquo;ve designed the Haven Townhomes to be a functional space for families, with three and four-bedroom homes across two levels. And Aultun&rsquo;s pricing of the townhomes, from $675,000, has been attractive for first home buyers, as well as young families.

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Nestled amongst wetlands and meandering walking trails, each of the 59 townhouses are oriented to take in views of the surrounding landscape and have direct access to nature, as well as convenient nearby amenities.

With completion estimated for December this year, Urban has taken a closer look at the floorplans available across the Haven estate

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ALINTA | 3 BED | 2.5 BATH | 2 CAR | 143 sqm (pictured above)

YINDI | 3 BED | 2.5 BATH | 2 CAR | 162 sqm

ILUKA | 4 BED | 2.5 BATH | 2 CAR | 162 sqm

KARRI | 4 BED | 2.5 BATH | 2 CAR | 162 sqm

ELONORA | 4 BED | 2.5 BATH | 2 CAR | 162 sqm (pictured below)

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There are floor to ceiling windows allowing maximum natural light to reach the living spaces, which are offered as having light or dark finishes

Cera Stribley Architects say the townhomes blend seamlessly with the surrounding streetscape, with a palette of contemporary greys and timber accents.

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&ldquo;The Haven design promises to be both modern and timeless&rdquo;&rdquo;

Other projects by Aultun Property Group in Melbourne&rsquo;s south-east include their Chelsea Heights master-planned community, Sixth Avenue.&nbsp;

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The Haven estate encompasses a variety of two storey floor plans with the option of choosing a house and land package, or an off-the-plan purchase

Inside the floorplans at Haven Townhomes in Keysborough

Sixth Avenue, delivered by the Aultun Group, was one of Urban&#39;s most popular projects among first home buyers and investors in the first half of 2021. In fact it was so popular that the most recent Stage 3 was launched ahead of schedule.

The collection of 59 two, three and four-bedroom townhomes offers ideal bayside living, designed by renowned Point Architects.

Set in Chelsea Heights, the near coastal suburb south-east of Melbourne, Sixth Avenue features light-filled interiors, bespoke landscaping and recreational amenities within easy reach. &nbsp;

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The contemporary design boasts customisable floorplans, split system air-conditioning and thermal insulation for comfort.&nbsp;

Engineered oak timber flooring can be found throughout the living areas, with large format tiles in all bathrooms. Frameless walk-in showers and bespoke floating vanities are representative of the home&#39;s modern design.

Floor Plan options still available for purchase:

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	<li>Two bed, one bath, one parking spaces, 96 sqm, $630,000</li>
	<li>Three bed, two bath, one/two parking spaces, 195 sqm, $730,000</li>
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Aultun has been environmentally conscious in their approach to the townhomes. Each townhome is fitted with water-efficient tapware and showerheads, as well as energy-efficient LED lighting. &nbsp;

The townhome&#39;s modern design boasts light filled interiors finished with high quality fixtures, like crisp tapware. There are Artusi appliances in each kitchen, with stone benchtops and porcelain splashbacks.

Each home features landscaped gardens, with recycled water by Melbourne Water for garden irrigation.

The four bedroom townhouses have sold out. Sixth Avenue is offering its final two and three bedders, priced from $630,000 and ranging to&nbsp;$730,000.

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The collection of 59 two, three and four-bedroom townhomes offers ideal bayside living, designed by renowned Point Architects

Floorplan Focus: A look at the final townhouses on offer at Sixth Avenue in Chelsea Heights

Chevron One, one of the newest towers planned for Chevron Island on the Gold Coast, offers a number of floorplans and interior design options for residents among the 236 one, two, three and four-bedroom apartments.

Delivered by Bensons Property Group and rising 41&nbsp;levels, the stylish high-rise features an organic sculptural form and rotating geometry that maximises the views.

Designed by Marchese Partners, Chevron One is also home to nearly 2000 sqm of resort-style amenities, including a residents&rsquo; lounge, floating cinema, dining facilities and sculpted garden.

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The high-end project boasts interiors with high-quality finishes, open plan living spaces and an abundance of natural light that showcases the wide engineered timber floorboards.

Floor Plan options still available for purchase:

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<ul>
	<li>Two Bed, two bath, two parking spaces, 132 sqm - Priced from $1,016,500 (pictured above)</li>
	<li>Three bed, two bath, two parking spaces, 153 sqm - Price from $1,385,000</li>
	<li>Four bed, two bath, two parking spaces, 236 sqm - Priced from $3,325,000 (pictured below)</li>
</ul>

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The kitchens are designed by the head chef of Vue De Mone, Shannon Bennett. Bennett has designed apartment kitchen&#39;s before, having designed the futuristic kitchen in the penthouse of the Sapphire by the Gardens penthouse in Melbourne. That has its own meat ageing cabinet and its own herb garden

The Chevron One kitchen&rsquo;s will be fitted with Miele appliances, engineered stone, modern tapware and feature accents that blend with the apartment&rsquo;s design scheme.

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The large bedrooms come with neutral walls and plush wool-blend carpets, as well as textured wood-grain cabinetry. There is also ducted air conditioning to provide optimal heating and cooling all year round.

Bathrooms are designed to feature semi-frameless glass, wall-mounted vanities and sleek cabinetry illuminated by ambient lighting.

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The high-end project boasts interiors with high-quality finishes, open plan living spaces and an abundance of natural light that showcases the wide engineered timber floorboards.

Inside the quick-selling Chevron One apartments on Chevron Island in Surfers Paradise

Located in the heart of Box Hill, Spring Street is the latest Melbourne development delivered by Orion International Group.

Set over 29 levels, the tower is set to include 312 one, two and three-bedroom apartments within a five-minute walk from Box Hill Central.

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Designed by Elenberg Fraser, the development delivers a luxury living experience with spacious floorplans and numerous amenities.

Levels three and four boast an indoor pool, sauna and spa, function rooms, game room, private dining room and multifunctional outdoor space.

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A communal terrace sits atop the tower with a rooftop garden, private dining zone, communal barbeque area, outdoor kitchen and entertaining zone.

Urban takes a look at three of the featured floorplans available at Spring Street. Penthouse floorplans are available upon request.

1. Rebirth: Two-bedroom, one-bathroom

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Located on levels three to 18, Rebirth boasts one and two-bedroom low-rise apartments within the Spring Street project.

This two-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment is set over an internal area of 67 sqm and includes a 9.2 sqm balcony area.

The configuration includes recon stone benchtops, generous storage space, built-in robes and an open-plan living and dining area.

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There are 60 two-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment configurations available in the complex.

2. Rejuvenate: Two-bedroom, two-bathroom

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Only available on levels 19 to 26, Spring Street&rsquo;s high-rise range, Rejuvenate presents more luxurious apartments for the discerning buyer.

Set over an internal area of 79.7 sqm, the floorplan displayed is a two-bedroom, two-bathroom residence that delivers a holistic living experience.

This range includes gourmet kitchens with natural stone benchtops, open-plan living and dining, a master-bedroom with ensuite and an 8 sqm balcony.

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Other features in the large residence include the choice of warm and cool schemes, engineered timber flooring, and 2.72-metre-high ceilings.

3. Rejuvenate: Three-bedroom, two-bathroom

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Also situated on levels 19 to 26, this three-bedroom, two-bathroom residence is one of just 30 available at Spring Street.

Set over an internal area of 118.8sqm, the apartment includes a large open-plan living and dining area with large floor-to-ceiling glass.

Windows enhance natural light while offering views across the surrounding suburbs.

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Bedrooms include built-in robes, and feature forward-looking design trends including wool carpet, porcelain tiles, and the choice between a warm and cool colour scheme.

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Urban takes a look at three of the featured floorplans available at Spring Street. Penthouse floorplans are available upon request.

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