Malaysian developer <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/s-p-setia">SP Setia</a> is the latest to jump into St Leonards booming Transport Oriented Development precinct.

The developer, which has previously delivered Sapphire by the Gardens apartment development in Melbourne, identified the Atchison Street site in 2023. It filed a Scoping Report around 12 months ago, and now has revealed the designs for the new&nbsp;40-storey mixed-use tower.

The State Significant Development Application covers <a href="https://next-portal.urban.com.au/projects/14650/summary">20-22 Atchison Street</a>, a 1,374 sqm site positioned between St Leonards Station and the new Crows Nest Metro station.

Designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/cox-architecture">COX Architecture</a>, the project would deliver 181 apartments, above a four-storey commercial podium, five basement levels, and new public domain works along Mitchell Street. The apartment mix comprises 35 one-bedroom apartments, 39 one-bedroom-plus-study apartments, 85 two-bedroom apartments, and 22 three-bedroom residences.

The proposal has been lodged as a shop-top housing development under the NSW Government’s TOD planning pathway, which allows increased density around key transport infrastructure. The site sits within the recently rezoned Crows Nest Accelerated TOD Precinct.

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SP Setia acquired the Atchison Street site as part of its continued expansion into the Australian apartment market. In comments made to City &amp; Country (The Edge Malaysia) in 2023, SP Setia President and CEO Datuk Choong Kai Wai described the acquisition as “a strategic move” aligned with the group’s post-pandemic market recovery strategy.

“Our target for this exceptional development is local and overseas buyers, including first-home buyers, downsizers and investors,” Choong said.

The tower has been designed as a slender vertical form rising from a mixed-use podium, with COX Architecture positioning the development as a response to the evolving St Leonards and Crows Nest skyline.

“The purpose of the project is to facilitate the delivery of high-quality housing at a strategically located site and deliver a built tower outcome that is consistent with the desired future character of St Leonards and aligns with the TOD controls,” the design report stated.

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The podium would incorporate retail uses fronting Atchison Street, commercial tenancies, landscaped communal areas, and pedestrian improvements along Mitchell Street. Vehicle access and loading would be consolidated via Atchison Lane.

Residents would have access to more than 665 sqm of communal indoor and outdoor spaces, while the development proposes 96 parking spaces across five basement levels.

The proposal also includes a commitment for 10 per cent of residential floor space to be allocated toward affordable housing through a monetary contribution.

COX said the tower form responds directly to the emerging high-density character of the precinct while seeking to maximise solar access, cross ventilation, and outlook from apartments.

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“The building is orientated towards north,” the Apartment Design Guide compliance report noted, adding that the tower’s slim form was driven by the constrained inner-urban site dimensions.

The design also incorporates landscaped setbacks and communal open space at podium level, intended to soften the interface with surrounding streets and improve pedestrian amenity.

The project adds to a growing wave of redevelopment proposals reshaping St Leonards and Crows Nest following the opening of the Sydney Metro City line and the NSW Government’s push for higher-density housing around major transport nodes.

Last week Stockland filed plans just down the road. They want to build a <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/601-pacific-highway-st-leonards-nsw-2065">52-storey tower on Pacific Highway</a>.

Read more:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/news/nsw/first-look-stockland-plans-52-storey-538-apartment-st-leonards-tower">First look: Stockland plans 52-storey, 538-apartment St Leonards tower&nbsp;</a>

Joel Robinson

First look: SP Setia targets St Leonards skyline with 40-storey TOD tower

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

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

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

Bottega House secures landmark riverfront site in St Lucia 

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

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

Lendlease

Lendlease has been announced as the City of Melbourne’s preferred development partner to transform the southern site of the iconic Queen Victoria Market precinct as part of the Council’s Renewal Program.

The $1.7 billion redevelopment of the 3.2-hectare site bordered by Franklin, Queen and Peel streets, is the largest urban renewal project undertaken by the City of Melbourne and will revitalise Melbourne’s famous landmark while paying homage to the site’s rich heritage.

The proposed scheme includes three new buildings to transform the site south of Queen Victoria Market’s car park, that will be known as Gurrowa Place – with Gurrowa meaning a place of exchange and interchange to the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung People, the Traditional Custodians of the Country on which the Queen Victoria Market resides.

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Diverse housing options will include around 560 apartments, delivered as build-to-rent residential apartments and affordable homes, plus a building dedicated to student accommodation with around 1,100 beds set to be developed by Scape.

Subject to planning and heritage approvals, Gurrowa Place will feature a next generation office building rising 28 levels that will add approximately 43,000sqm of new workplace.

Lendlease will also develop a number of components to be retained by the City of Melbourne. On the ground plane, a proposed 1.8-hectare public park which will be known as Market Square and create an inclusive space for the community to connect.

They will also restore the existing heritage Franklin Street Stores into a new retail village will add to the city’s hospitality culture and complement the Queen Victoria Market’s offering.&nbsp;A civic pavilion, known as the Queen's Corner Building, is envisaged to be the cornerstone of the precinct, while Lendlease will also develop a 220-space basement car park.

Lendlease is collaborating with the Wurundjeri Elders on the precinct’s design which draws inspiration from a time before Melbourne and will honour the site’s history, including the reintroduction of native plants that once existed on the site.

Lendlease has worked with NH Architecture, Kerstin Thompson Architects, 3XN Australia and Searle x Waldron Architecture, in conjunction with Openwork and McGregor Coxall, to conceptualise the proposed development scheme for the site.

The new precinct is striving for leading-edge sustainability by prioritising carbon reductions in materials, operation and construction, and creating urban habitats to support biodiversity via site greenery.

The all-electric commercial and residential buildings, powered by renewable electricity, will pursue carbon neutrality in operation, with the workplace targeting a 6 Star Green Star Buildings v1 Rev B rating, and the residential buildings targeting a 5 Star Green Star Buildings v1 Rev B rating.

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The project is expected to generate in excess of $14 million of direct social investment through various employment, training and social enterprise initiatives and is expected to contribute more than $1 billion in value to Melbourne’s economy.

Subject to planning approval, construction of the precinct is anticipated to commence from early 2024 and be complete in 2028, with a focus to deliver the car park, Market Square and the Queen’s Corner Building as part of the earlier stages of the project.

Tom Mackellar, Managing Director of Development of Lendlease, said delivering the project is&nbsp;a once-in-a generation opportunity to be part of one of Melbourne’s most iconic and beloved landmarks that has been serving the people of Melbourne for the past 140 years.

“The creation of Gurrowa Place begins the next chapter in the evolution of Queen Victoria Market,"&nbsp;Mackellar says.

"It will celebrate the rich history of the place, while introducing new spaces for the community and a vibrant precinct that welcomes locals and visitors.

“Lendlease looks forward to working alongside the City of Melbourne, Scape and all project partners, and the community to deliver a reimagined precinct that preserves the heart and soul of this Melbourne landmark while ensuring it continues to thrive.”

City of Melbourne Lord Mayor Sally Capp said the&nbsp;landmark project is a strong sign of confidence in Melbourne as a destination for investment, workers, residents and visitors.

“This $1.7 billion project will deliver connected office space, student housing, affordable housing and more parking for market customers," Capp said.

“We know this investment will attract thousands of new residents, workers and visitors, all while boosting business for traders.

“We’re proud to partner with Lendlease to deliver on our commitment to secure the market’s future and maintain a focus on parking for traders and customers.”

<h2>Key facts – Southern Precinct</h2>

<ul>
	<li>Three buildings overlooking the iconic market precinct, Flagstaff Gardens and the CBD.
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		<li>Tower 1 – 28 level next-generation sustainable office and retail</li>
		<li>Tower 2 – around 560 residential apartments, including build-to-rent and 15 per cent affordable housing</li>
		<li>Tower 3 – student accommodation featuring around 1,100 beds, delivered by Scape.</li>
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	</li>
	<li>Ground-floor activations, spaces for events, retail and dining, and laneways to explore.</li>
	<li>An underground car park with 220 spaces for market customers, and 300 spaces on weekends, beneath towers 1 and 2.</li>
	<li>Restored Franklin Street stores, to be retained by Council, to create a vibrant retail hub that complements the market’s unique offerings.</li>
	<li>Construction to commence in early 2024 and be delivered in stages over the next five years</li>
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<h2>Key facts – Market Square</h2>

<ul>
	<li>The Queen Victoria Market Master Plan sets out that the market’s open-air car park will be converted into Market Square – 1.8 hectares of new public open space.</li>
	<li>The Market Square Charter was developed in consultation with the community in 2019 to guide future design of the space.</li>
	<li>The City of Melbourne will lead the design, and manage Market Square, with Lendlease delivering the new space.</li>
	<li>The Queen’s Corner Building will support Market Square with public amenities and activations to draw people to the market.</li>
	<li>Community members will have a chance to have their say on the use and design of Market Square and the Queen’s Corner Building in the coming months.</li>
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The $1.7 billion redevelopment of the 3.2-hectare site is the largest urban renewal project undertaken by the City of Melbourne and will revitalise Melbourne’s famous landmark while paying homage to the site’s rich heritage.

Lendlease to develop $1.7 billion Queen Victoria Market precinct

Colliers Residential Victoria has been appointed by Lendlease as the master agent for its Melbourne Quarter East Tower, the largest apartment tower ever developed and constructed by Lendlease.

Located at 628 Flinders Street in Docklands, at Lendlease&rsquo;s $3 billion Melbourne Quarter precinct, the 40-storey tower is designed by renowned architects Fender Katsalidis, and developed by a joint venture of Lendlease and Mitsubishi Estate Asia. East Tower was completed in mid-2020.

&ldquo;Offering expansive views of the Melbourne CBD, Port Philip Bay and the Yarra River, as well as resort-style amenities across three floors, Melbourne Quarter East Tower is home to 719 one, two and three bedroom apartments,&rdquo; Brett Griffith, Colliers&rsquo; Director of Residential, said.

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East Tower is part of the vibrant Melbourne Quarter precinct situated between Collins and Flinders Streets and encompasses world-class design and stylish city living together with commercial buildings, dining, shopping and green spaces.

Renowned architects Fender Katsalidis, Denton Corker Marshall, Woods Bagot and John Wardle Architects, joined forces with urban design specialists Aspect Oculus, to create the landmark development.

East Tower redefines urban living with sweeping views, a neighbourhood park and a host of retail amenities, all right at its doorstep.

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&ldquo;With an unrivalled location next to Melbourne&rsquo;s main transport hub, Southern Cross Station, an apartment at Melbourne Quarter East Tower makes the entire city your home,&rdquo; Griffith said.

&ldquo;As an East Tower resident, you&rsquo;ll also enjoy exclusive access to three floors of resort-style amenities at&nbsp;Club MQ. From private dining spaces with fully-equipped kitchens, to a resident&rsquo;s lounge and a private theatrette, these exclusive areas are perfect places to socialise, collaborate or escape to.

&ldquo;Residents can keep in shape with access to gym facilities, including a private wellness space, a spa and sauna, plus a 25 metre indoor swimming pool. &ldquo;

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From high-rise &lsquo;Skyhomes&rsquo; with panoramic city or bay views, to boutique apartments overlooking the green oasis below, East Tower at Melbourne Quarter maximises views and natural light.

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From high-rise ‘Skyhomes’ with panoramic city or bay views, to boutique apartments overlooking the green oasis below, East Tower at Melbourne Quarter maximises views and natural light

Lendlease appoint Colliers to market Melbourne Quarter East Tower

Lendlease Retirement Living has marked the launch of Gramercy Terraces in Richmond with a sod-turn and smoking ceremony.

Gramercy Terraces are part of a new boutique offering for Lendlease Retirement Living and will form part of the broader intergenerational living precinct in Melbourne&rsquo;s inner-city, on the well-known Bendigo and Khartoum streets in Richmond.

Developed by Lendlease and built by Balmain &amp; Co, Gramercy Terraces comprise 31 three-level, three-to-four-bedroom freehold terrace homes, complete with full voids that maximise&nbsp;natural light, along with backyards and rooftop terraces with city views.

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Nathan Cockerill, Managing Director of Retirement Living at Lendlease, said Gramercy Terraces represent&nbsp;a new product offering for Lendlease Retirement Living.

&quot;They add the residential component of our intergenerational living precinct in Richmond and will neighbour Ardency Kennedy Place, our luxury, independent retirement living community currently under construction, and a future aged care site is also planned to offer a continuum of care for residents as their needs increase,&quot; Cockerill said.

&ldquo;Purposefully designed with families, downsizers and investors in mind, the new offer is proving popular with the first stage nearly sold out and the final stage set to launch early next year.&rdquo;

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The new homes form the residential component of the precinct and will neighbour Ardency Kennedy Place, Lendlease&rsquo;s five-star luxury retirement living community currently under construction.

The Bates Smart architectural design draws inspiration from the iconic Federation-era red brick of Bendigo Street and pays homage to the former site of the Nine Network studio and the Wertheim Piano factory, Victoria&#39;s first piano factory.

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The precinct will target a 6 Star Green Star Communities rating from the Green Building Council of Australia, representing a world standard in sustainable design.

Gramercy Terraces&rsquo; urban location boasts walkability and transit scores stemming from its prime location within walking distance to the Yarra River and the tram and train services of Swan Street and Bridge Road.

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Nathan Cockerill, Managing Director of Retirement Living at Lendlease, said Gramercy Terraces represent a new product offering for Lendlease Retirement Living

Lendlease to begin building Gramercy Terraces, on the former Richmond site of the Nine Network studio

Lendlease Development has appointed the local Melbourne builder, Balmain &amp; Co, to construct their latest Richmond project, Gramercy Terraces.

The industrial brick fa&ccedil;ade will be built by the Melbourne construction company, which has previously collaborated with SMA Projects and CDG Developments.

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&ldquo;A trusted development team has never been more important than now. Lendlease and Bates Smart have partnered seamlessly to present Gramercy Terraces to be delivered by Balmain &amp; Co over the next 12 months&quot;, Bracken Hall&#39;s Andrew Hall said.

&quot;With only two of 14 [townhouses] remaining, the market has seen what we saw, impeccable design and finish in iconic Bendigo St&quot;, Hall added.

Shaped by the heritage precinct of Bendigo Street, the three and four-bedroom freehold homes are designed to deliver grand floorplans and refined contemporary finishes.

Formerly the grounds of &lsquo;Studio Nine&rsquo;, and once the site of the Wertheim Piano Factory, the development&rsquo;s namesake is a nod to music legends and the rich musical history of the site.

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Each residence, designed by architects Bates Smart, features grand floorplans and offer unrivalled space in an exclusive Richmond setting.

Residences in the inner-city development start from $1.945 million, with prices reaching $2.245 million for a four-bedroom townhome.

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With construction commencing later this year and just two properties remaining, this is the last chance for prospective buyers to secure a home at Gramercy.

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Lendlease Development have appointed Balmain & Co to construct their latest Richmond project, Gramercy Terraces

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Balmain & Co appointed to construct Lendlease’s Gramercy Terraces in Richmond: All but two townhouses snapped up

The residential redevelopment by Lendlease of the Channel Nine studio site in Richmond is expected to be one of the most impressive regeneration projects of an industrial heritage&nbsp;building in the area when completed.

And that&#39;s seen buyers snap up the small collection of terraces, designed by the award-winning Bates Smart to incorporate the former Wertheim Piano Factory, which was built over a century ago.

Urban recently spoke to Bates Smart studio director Mark Healey about the Bendigo Street project.

JR: What was the brief from Lendlease for Gramercy Terraces?

MH: The brief was to provide a high-end product offering with a true sense of identity that respected the heritage context.

Lendlease sought the development to be part of a vibrant and sustainable inter-generational precinct within the Richmond neighbourhood, creating a strong sense of place.

The low-maintenance residential terrace homes are predominately targeted at young professionals, young families and agile downsizers.&nbsp;

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Linking Gramercy Terraces to the common theme of the wider precinct, whilst also having their own unique identity to promote the individuality of the product was important.&nbsp;

JR: How will you incorporate the current building into the design?

MH: The Gramercy Terraces are responsive to the neighbouring textures, rhythm and depth found within the fine grain residential and heritage context to create a familiar atmosphere.

The fa&ccedil;ade expression references the mass and generous vertical elements of the adjacent heritage building within the broader development.

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The building forms also tie in with precinct wide datum, allowing Gramercy Terraces to stitch seamlessly into its immediate context and Richmond cottage streetscapes.

Implementation of similar fa&ccedil;ade materiality in different tone to subtly unify Gramercy Terraces with other buildings within the precinct assists.

JR: How will the history be reflected in the terraces when completed?

MH: Building on the broader GTV9 site&rsquo;s historical setting as a place of production, our design language was influenced by a contemporary, refined, industrial aesthetic; combined with a focus on natural materiality extracted from the local context.

Gramercy Terraces drew inspiration from the iconic Federation-era red brick buildings of the precinct, while paying homage to the former Nine Network studio&rsquo;s colour past. Gramercy Terraces also speak to the character of local terrace house language with landscaped entry.

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Contextually responsive materials such as textured brickwork and local bluestone were selected, adding a sense of permanence.

Richmond&rsquo;s rich industrial history of craft also informed the materiality selected for the interior.&nbsp;&nbsp;Warm terrazzo stone with metalwork reference the surrounding context but are refined and contemporary in their interpretation.

JR: What is/was the biggest challenge in the design? 

MH: The largest challenge was to relate the terrace&rsquo;s scale and materiality to the neighbouring context whilst also giving them their own unique identity. The massing of each home has been carefully articulated in order to add diversity to the streetscape and achieve active frontages.

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JR: Was there a previous similar project you&#39;ve undertaken which you took inspiration from, or that gave you ideas in the design of Gramercy Terraces?

MH: There is no one project that provided individual design inspiration, however we do believe our residential design is influenced by other sectors in which we work - such as health and hospitality.

We believe this cross-sector approach brings a deeper and more nuanced approach to our design; experience rich spaces that people want to use and will enjoy.

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Coupled with this approach, Bates Smart has also delivered over one&nbsp;million sqm of residential projects over the past 20 years leading to resolved and well-planned residences. &nbsp;

JR: What is the part of the project you&#39;re most looking forward to seeing when completed? 

MH: We are looking forward to seeing the mix of residential building typologies all come together as a whole, that allows families of all generations to reside within one integrated precinct.

Both Gramercy Terraces and the wider precinct respect the site&rsquo;s rich heritage and celebrate diversity with timeless appeal.

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The award-winning Bates Smart incorporated the former Wertheim Piano Factory, which was built over a century ago.



Bates Smart studio director Mark Healey discusses Lendlease's Gramercy Terraces in Richmond

Buyers interested in Richmond&rsquo;s latest project, Gramercy Terraces, have been advised they may &ldquo;miss out&rdquo; as only two townhouses remain in the successful Lendlease development.

Gramercy Terraces is a new boutique offering composed of freehold three and four-bedroom terrace homes, in the desirable eastern pocket of Richmond.

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&ldquo;Enjoy the perfect harmony of inner-city living and leafy tree-lined streets, in a home with refined contemporary finishes inspired by its industrial heritage&rdquo;, the developers said.

The elegant development boasts Miele appliances, artisan tapware, Italian stone, tiles, pavers, and a designer light pendant artistically suspended over an expansive stone kitchen island bench.

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Designed by one of Melbourne&rsquo;s most renowned architects, Bates Smart, each terrace has been meticulously designed.

Through spacious floorplans and playful shapes, an abundance of natural light beckons from one space to the next thanks to extensive skylights.

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The floating timber central staircase brings warmth into the centre of the home and offers the feeling of unrivalled space.

Families will appreciate the choice of quality education within close range, including Melbourne Girls College, Melbourne High School, St Catherine&rsquo;s School and Hawthorn West Primary School.

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Significant stamp duty savings are currently available for eligible buyers.

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Significant stamp duty savings are currently available for eligible buyers. 

Only two townhouses remain at Lendlease’s new Gramercy Terraces in Richmond

Richmond is renowned for its many lifestyle offerings and Lendlease&rsquo;s new townhouse development, Gramercy Terraces, is within a short walk from all of them.

Located just four kilometres from the heart of Melbourne, Richmond is known for its Swan Street dining scene, walking trails along the Yarra and the shopping of nearby Hawthorn.

Gramercy, which is situated at 38 Bendigo Street, builds upon the multi-generational precinct&rsquo;s rich cultural history.

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Constructed in 1908, the original building was home to the Wertheim Piano Factory, the brand of choice for several famous performers of the time, including Australian operatic soprano, Dame Nellie Melba.

Around 18,000 pianos were manufactured at the site before the onset of the Great Depression in 1935.

With a history spanning the industries of music, food and entertainment, the site was reinvented by another icon, Channel Nine Studios, at the advent of television.

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GTV 9 was Melbourne&rsquo;s second commercial station, dubbed &lsquo;Television City&rsquo;, an homage to CBS&rsquo; famous studio in the US which went by the same name.

Some of Australia&rsquo;s most iconic television shows there up until 2010, including The Don Lane Show, Hey Hey It&rsquo;s Saturday and Who Wants To Be A Millionaire. 

Gramercy Terraces&rsquo; namesake is a nod to music legends and the rich musical history of the site.

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&ldquo;[Grammercy is] not just a name, but a word synonymous with music greats and a grand Manhattan hotel with an inspiring rooftop terrace vibe&rdquo;, Lendlease said.

Grammercy is an independent record label, while New York&rsquo;s Gramercy Park Hotel has played host to music legends from Bob Dylan to Bob Marley and features a notable rooftop terrace perfect for inspiring alfresco entertaining.

Meticulously designed by award-winning architects Bates Smart, Richmond&rsquo;s Gramercy Terrace also boasts an alfresco lifestyle with outdoor terraces and balconies.

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The two and three-bedroom freehold townhomes deliver a grand sense of space, complimented by bespoke details and sensible design.

Ideal for growing families, homes include spacious floorplans and study nooks and reside on quiet, leafy tree-lined streets.

Families will appreciate the choice of quality education within close range, including Hawthorn West Primary School and Melbourne Girls College.

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Richmond&rsquo;s gems are hidden around every corner, with up-and-coming restaurants, art at Charles Nordrum gallery and walking trails along the riverbank.

Burnley Station, tram services and free-ways are all easily accessible adding to life&rsquo;s conveniences.

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Gramercy, which is situated at 38 Bendigo Street, builds upon the multi-generational precinct’s rich cultural history. 

The rhythm of Richmond: Discover the development positioned to make the most of Richmond life

Only two new terrace homes remain at Lendlease&rsquo;s latest Richmond development, Gramercy Terraces.

The three and four-bedroom freehold homes are designed to deliver grand floorplans and refined contemporary finishes, inspired by Richmond&rsquo;s industry heritage.

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Set on a leafy tree-lined street, the site is&nbsp;of significant cultural history, formerly home to the Wertheim Piano Factory, Heinz and, until 2010, Channel Nine Studios.

Just four kilometres from the heart of Melbourne, Gramercy delivers convenient living and a variety of local amenity, from shopping, food and the vibrant natural offerings of the neighbourhood.

Urban takes a look at three of the featured floorplans still available at the Richmond project.

1. 21 Khartoum Street

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This four-bedroom, three-bathroom home is amongst the largest still available at the Gramery Terraces development.

Boasting a total area of 343sqm, the four-storey home includes two car spaces, built-in robes, four balconies and a terrace.

The home includes Miele appliances, artisan tapware, Italian stone, tiles, pavers, and a designer Jean Francois D&rsquo; light pendant artistically suspended over an expansive stone kitchen island bench.

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The master-bedroom sits on its own floor on the top level of the townhome, featuring an ensuite, walk-in robe, north-facing balcony

2. 6A Khartoum Street

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The last townhome available with a tranquil backyard and a second living space, 6A Khartoum Street features a unique floorplan.

Designed by Bates Smart, this home features oversized living spaces, three bedrooms and three bathrooms, set over a total area of 275sqm.

An open-plan living, kitchen and dining area welcomes residents home, extending into an alfresco terrace and backyard with in-ground rain water collection.

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The home comes with a one-car garage, two balconies and two bedrooms that boast an ensuite and balcony.

3. 11 Khartoum Street

The largest home still available, 11 Khartoum Street boasts four bedrooms and three bathrooms over a total area of 358sqm.

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Thoughtfully crafted and inviting, the new home includes a lift and is a sanctuary designed around peaceful outdoor areas that offer a tranquil respite in the hum of the city.

Enhancing the sense of space, it is the only design with three different aspect views thanks to its sought-after corner position.

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The home boasts a study nook, walk-in robes, open-plan living, kitchen and dining, and built-in barbeque area on one of the five balconies.

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Urban takes a look at three of the featured floorplans still available at the Richmond project

Floorplan focus: The last available townhouse configurations at Richmond’s Gramercy Terraces

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 next of stage of Lendlease’s $11 billion Yarrabilba master planned community has been fast tracked, following some 100 blocks being sold last month.

Local and interstate buyers have continued to register their interest in the future lots at the new precinct, known as The Parks.

Yarrabilba has some 10,000 residents, since launched eight years ago, and is credited as one of Queensland’s most popular masterplanned communities.

Lendlease development director for Yarrabilba Michelle Wooldridge says the precinct would help meet significant pent-up demand for new homes in the Logan region.

The new precinct will eventually provide around 2000 new homes with more than 35 per cent of The Parks dedicated to parklands and green space.

The next release of The Parks will be mid-July.

Lendlease recently welcomed a Queensland Government announcement to help fast-track the next phase of Yarrabilba, which will include a new state primary school.
 
The State Government will contribute $15 million towards new infrastructure works at Yarrabilba as part of its Building Acceleration Fund (BAF) program, with Lendlease co-investing $9.8 million.
 
The works will support 100 jobs and include earthworks, water, sewer, electrical and communications mains, streetscaping and roadworks for the next 2,000 residential lots within Yarrabilba, paving the way for the new school site.
 



The next of stage of Lendlease’s $11 billion Yarrabilba master planned community has been fast tracked

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