<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/buildings/aura-by-aqualand-north-sydney-168-walker-street-north-sydney-nsw-2060">AURA</a>&nbsp;doesn’t just rise over North Sydney, it redefines it. Now in its final release, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/aqualand-australia">Aqualand</a>’s $1 billion architectural statement is not just complete, but already reshaping the way people live, connect and dine in this rapidly evolving harbourside CBD.

Positioned beside the new Victoria Cross Metro Station and boasting panoramic views across Sydney Harbour, Aura’s 386 residences crown a mixed-use precinct designed with unapologetic ambition. The curvaceous sandstone-inspired form by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/woods-bagot">Woods Bagot</a>, paired with <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/interior-designers/richards-stanisich">Richard Stanisich</a>’s understated interiors, sets a design tone that’s both monumental and intimate.

At its peak, literally, the two penthouses so spectacular they command their own names; La Davina and Il Magnate. The residents are spread across the&nbsp;entire top floor, offering what many consider the most refined residences ever built in North Sydney. Designed by Richard and Kirsten Stanisich, each four-bedroom home is meticulously crafted to evoke calm, space, and permanence.&nbsp;

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The kitchens are fully wrapped in natural stone, with integrated Gaggenau appliances, Sub-Zero fridges, concealed sculleries, and even a zip hydro tap delivering boiling, chilled and sparkling water on demand. A linear stone fireplace anchors the open-plan living space, dividing lounge and dining zones with quiet sophistication.&nbsp;

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The master suite, meanwhile, feels more like a private retreat, complete with a custom stone makeup vanity, walk-through dressing area, and spa-inspired ensuite with heated stone floors, a freestanding Villeroy &amp; Boch tub, and timber veneer joinery throughout.

Kirsten Stanisich, Director of Richards Stanisich, said the penthouses offer incredible scale reflective of a single residence.&nbsp;

“We sought inspiration for these remarkable residences from the classic top-floor Parisian apartment," Stanisich said.

"We looked at what made these French apartments so elegant and found it really came down to their scale. It was ultimately this generosity of space that we used for the AURA penthouses, where we’ve designed considered rooms with deep large-scale proportions."

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Everyday living at Aura feels no less elevated. A dedicated 24-hour concierge, Technogym fitness centre, sky dining terraces, and a resort-style pool serve a lifestyle designed to rival luxury hotels.

At street level, Aqualand’s own hospitality arm, Etymon Projects, curates a precinct of LA-style bistros, Japanese fine dining, and local wine bars, all seamlessly integrated into the building’s sculptural podium.

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This final chapter, aptly dubbed The Finale, is more than a sales phase, it’s an invitation to two of the most exclusive apartments ever to be built in North Sydney.

With limited residences remaining, buyers can access curated incentives including stamp duty rebates, rental guarantees, legal fee coverage, and even $20,000 towards dining within the precinct.

From generous one-bedders to The Icons, two singular penthouses priced well into prestige territory, Aura’s offerings reflect a scale and calibre rarely seen in urban Sydney. And with move-in now immediate, this is no longer a promise of future luxury. It’s happening.

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Staff Writer

Aqualand unveils penthouse collection at AURA By Aqualand in North Sydney

There’s no sign of the development wave that began several years ago slowing along Old Burleigh Road.

Around 10 new apartment developments are either underway or preparing to launch along the 800-metre strip stretching from the southern edge of Surfers Paradise towards the heart of Broadbeach, collectively adding just shy of 1,000 new apartments to the beachfront corridor.

The latest plans propose a further 30 apartments to replace an original six-unit walk-up on a 658 sqm site at <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/20a-old-burleigh-road-surfers-paradise-qld-4217">20A Old Burleigh Road</a>. The 14-storey building has been designed by Ferro Chow Architecture, which recently joined the Elevation Architecture Group.

The developer behind the project is Geoffrey Booth, whose Future Liv In has focused on delivering rental accommodation across regional Australia.

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The Old Burleigh Road development will comprise 18 two-bedroom apartments, 10 three-bedroom apartments, and a single four-bedroom residence occupying the entirety of level 12. Above, the building will be crowned by a two-storey penthouse with its own private lift, several multi-purpose rooms, and two rooftop terraces — one featuring a puppy lawn and spa, the other offering a private swimming pool, sunset deck, and built-in barbecue.

Resident amenities will be located on the second level and include a pool with adjoining spa, cabana, and pool deck, along with an indoor residents’ lounge featuring a bar and an alfresco barbecue kitchen.

In the architectural statement submitted by Elevation Architecture, the project is referred to as “UMI”, which the firm says has been “inspired by the majestic hinterlands and shaped by the coastal climate”.

“It is an exemplar of how community living can still feel at one with nature, breathable, and deeply connected in place,” the architects noted.

They added that the site benefits from established building separation to adjoining towers, helping to maintain privacy, sunlight, and residential amenity, while still offering direct beach access within an urban setting.

“Drawing inspiration from the Gold Coast hinterlands and the region’s natural landscape, the podium and tower detail highlights the contrasting elements of treetop green and cliff-face peach. The vibrant texture and materiality shaped by time has a richness in depth and character.”

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Old Burleigh Road has become a hotspot for developers, with the three-tower Jewel development kickstarting a wave of projects up and down the strip when it was completed in 2020.

Currently under construction and approaching completion is <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/faro-broadbeach-123-old-burleigh-road-broadbeach-qld-4218">FARO Broadbeach</a> by 5Point and Bottega, 21 large-scale half- and full-floor apartments. 5Point is also behind the recently launched <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/lumara-108-old-burleigh-road-broadbeach-qld-4218">Lumara</a>, another 37 apartments to add to the pipeline.

Luxury builder GRAYA is progressing construction on <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/enclave-by-graya-118-old-burleigh-road-broadbeach-qld-4218">Enclave</a>, its first Gold Coast tower, while Polycell remains the most active developer on the street. They are preparing to launch <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/sandpiper-broadbeach-155-old-burleigh-road-broadbeach-qld-4218">Sandpiper</a>, a 50-storey redevelopment of the former Sandpiper Holiday Resort that will deliver around 200 apartments alongside extensive resident amenity. The group also has another 130-apartment project approved nearby, as does <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/news/qld/dvb-approved-for-second-broadbeach-apartment-development">Dean Gallagher’s DVB Projects</a>.

Joel Robinson

First look: Old Burleigh Road apartment development wave continues

Sunshine Coast developer Habitat Development Group continues to position itself as one of the region’s largest new apartment developers.

Its latest project is in Maroochydore, where it is currently delivering <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/the-millwell-2-millwell-road-east-maroochydore-qld-4558">The Millwell</a>. Adjacent to the new 53-hectare Maroochydore City Centre project, Habitat is planning a further 180 apartments on a 3,468 sqm site at <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/132-136-aerodrome-road-maroochydore-qld-4558">132–136 Aerodrome Road</a>. The site was purchased with approval for a smaller 13-storey, 103-unit building.

Habitat will demolish the two existing retail centres, currently home to the Salvation Army Family Store and Neighbours Aid, and replace them with an 18-storey building featuring the significant rooftop amenities that have become a hallmark of Habitat developments in recent years. The rooftop will include both indoor and outdoor spaces, anchored by an infinity swimming pool.

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There will be a mix of one- to four-bedroom apartments.

The Development Assessment Report, submitted to the Sunshine Coast Council, says the proposal&nbsp;is not speculative, but a response to both zoning intent and demonstrated housing need.

“The proposed development represents an appropriate and logical intensification of the site, consistent with the planning framework and the intended urban outcomes for the locality.”

Across the Sunshine Coast, councils are increasingly scrutinising not just height or yield, but whether new projects genuinely align with the long-term structure plans underpinning growth corridors. The&nbsp;ASTP Planning Report&nbsp;reinforces the approach, noting that the project has been shaped around site responsiveness rather than generic typology.

“The development has been designed to respond to the physical constraints and opportunities of the site, while delivering a high-quality residential outcome that integrates with the existing and emerging urban context.”

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In mid-2025, Habitat, a developer that also builds its own projects, commenced construction on The Millwell, located just over one kilometre from the new proposal. The Millwell will comprise more than 200 apartments across two eight-storey buildings.

Habitat also has two projects on Lake Kawana in Birtinya: <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/st-clair-birtinya-930-931-waterside-retreat-birtinya-qld-4575">St Clair</a>, a 200-unit, two-building development launched last year and set to welcome buyers this year; and Esperance, a 175-apartment project currently progressing through the development approval process.

First look: Habitat continues to bolster Sunshine Coast apartment pipeline with Maroochydore development plans

John Camilleri, the breeder of legendary racehorse Winx, is set to deliver a landmark two-tower beachfront development that would redefine the Surfers Paradise skyline.

Camilleri, who spent around $100 million acquiring development sites across the Gold Coast in 2025, has lodged plans for two new towers on the dress-circle stretch of Garfield Terrace, just two days before Christmas.

In assembling the site, Camilleri's Celestino Developments has effectively acquired the 71 Garfield project by Iris Capital and AALTO by Weiya Holdings, creating an unrivalled <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/63-79-garfield-terrace-surfers-paradise-qld-4217">4,000 sqm beachfront holding along Garfield Terrace</a>.

The proposal comprises two residential towers of 55 and 48 storeys, linked by a dramatic skybridge which will home “exclusive VIP and wellness amenities.”

In total, the development would deliver 275 two-, three- and four-bedroom apartments across the two towers, rising above a shared landscaped podium that incorporates a central green space and a beachfront swimming pool stretching more than 90 metres.

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Architecture firm DBI, in documents submitted to Gold Coast City Council, said the project at 63–79 Garfield Terrace would “establish a new benchmark for beachfront residential living on the Gold Coast.”

"The project occupies a rare, uninterrupted oceanfront site and has been shaped by a design philosophy that merges architectural elegance with environmental responsiveness and a carefully curated lifestyle experience. Together, the 48-storey North Tower and 55-storey South Tower form a distinctive twin-tower composition whose dynamic silhouette will make a significant contribution to the Surfers Paradise skyline."

DBI said the architectural language draws inspiration from the fluidity and movement of the coastal landscape.

"Each tower is defined by organic, curving forms and continuous balcony ribbons that wrap the buildings, providing deep shading, enhancing environmental performance, and reinforcing the rhythmic, sculptural expression of the façade. These balcony forms also reduce the apparent mass of the towers while maintaining strong visual continuity from podium to summit. Sculpted reflective downturns run along the western spine of both towers, shifting and lifting as they extend upwards to frame service zones and open eastward to maximise ocean views."

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The project’s most striking feature is the skybridge at level 45, which will house executive lounges, formal dining spaces, wellness facilities and panoramic ocean-facing views.

“The skybridge enhances the identity of the development, promotes social interaction, and delivers a lifestyle experience not found elsewhere on the Gold Coast,” DBI added.

The podium will host an extensive suite of recreational amenities, including resident lounges, private dining rooms, a large open green lawn, and the signature 90-metre pool stretching along the beachfront. The pool is divided into lap, lounge and children’s zones.

The southern end of the podium will accommodate additional wellness facilities, including a gymnasium, plunge pools, treatment rooms and a dedicated yoga lawn.

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There will be 127 apartments in the North Tower and 148 in the South Tower, including multiple penthouses, while the Enderley Avenue and Oceanway frontages will be activated by a series of food and beverage tenancies.

Camilleri emerged as the most active site acquirer on the Gold Coast in 2025. He spent just over $30 million acquiring Pacific Point, a 10-level Surfers Paradise apartment block and an adjoining three-level duplex, from fellow racing identity and Aquis billionaire Tony Fung. Plans are now underway for a 93-apartment, 40-storey tower on the 1,682 sqm site.

He also paid $53.65 million for the 1,500 sqm Garfield Terrace site previously marketed as AALTO by Weiya Holdings, before acquiring the adjoining parcel from hotel billionaire Sam Arnaout’s Iris Capital, the developer behind V&amp;A Broadbeach.

First look exclusive: Billionaire Winx breeder’s bold two-tower Surfers Paradise play with 45th-storey skybridge

The Melbourne-based HLA Group is the latest developer to expand into South East Queensland, lodging plans for a unique mixed-use short-term accomodation and apartment building in Taringa, with the building design inspired by the Glasswing Butterfly.

The development application for 10 Morrow Street seeks approval for a total of 232 dwellings, comprising 116 residential apartments and 116 short-stay accommodation units. The build-to-sell residential component is made up of 31 one-bedroom apartments, 67 two-bedroom apartments, 17 three-bedroom apartments, and a single four-bedroom apartment, offering a diverse mix aimed at singles, couples, families, and downsizers.

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Designed by Ellivo Architects, the tower takes strong inspiration from nature, with the architectural language driven by one of Queensland’s most delicate species. As described in the planning documents submitted to Brisbane City Council, Ellivo Architects state the design is “inspired by the elegance of the Glasswing butterfly," and mirrors the graceful sweep of its wings, a form that feels light, fluid, and alive.

“Lush subtropical greenery is throughtfull woven throughout, transforming the building into a sanctuary in the heart of the city.”

The proposal positions the building as more than a conventional residential tower, with Ellivo Architects describing 10 Morrow Street as “an urban oasis that blends short term accomodation with residential living. A destination for rest, relaxation, and renewal.”

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Formally, the building’s massing and floorplate are directly shaped by its butterfly inspiration. Ellivo explain that, “adopting the wings of the Glasswing Butterfly, the tower's plan is divided into four distinct quadrants, each shaped to mirror the wing's segmented geometry and taking the slender ‘veins’ up the facade of the tower.”

"This approach results in a sculpted tower form with articulated façades and a strong vertical expression."

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The Assessment Report by Human Habitats said the 19-storey tower capitalises on its strategic connectivity and prominence at the entrance of Taringa Village and adjoining the Taringa Station.

"The proposal offers a significant revitalisation of the subject site that integrates architectural excellence, innovation, and sustainable design to directly address long-standing connectivity and safety challenges, housing supply , and diversity together with enhanced streetscape activation and convenient access to major transport corridors."

HLA Group Australia is registered to South Yarra and is currently delivering Adamson No.5, just 15 luxury apartments that start from around $2 million.&nbsp;

The Butterfly Effect: Glasswing butterfly inspires Taringa apartment development

Luxury Development

Situated on the final piece of Melbourne&rsquo;s original waterfront, Riverlee&rsquo;s Seafarers forms Australia&rsquo;s first 1 Hotel and Melbourne&rsquo;s first international hotel-branded residences.

With the support of 1 Hotel staff, amenities and services, downsizing residents have countless options to make the most of the empty nest, upgrade and live a self-indulgent, eco-luxury life.

Recently moving from their family home of 10 years into their new three-bedroom apartment, these Seafarers residents have given us an insight into a day in their life.

<h2>Morning</h2>

At 8am, the couple awaken to the serene views of the sun glistening atop the Yarra River through their uniquely faceted windows designed by <a href="/architects/fk-australia">Fender Katsalidis</a>.

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&ldquo;From the comfort of your spacious bedroom, you [can] watch as the city comes to life, appreciating the beautiful landscape upon your doorstep&rdquo;, Riverlee write.

For those who have an appreciation for good coffee, the 1 Hotel room service means residents can kick-start the day by ordering breakfast and a freshly brewed delivered to their door.

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At 9am, following a relaxing breakfast in bed, these Seafarers residents head to the spa-inspired 1 Hotel gym to experience a morning yoga session with fellow residents.

After a guided practice, feel free to head to the sauna for a brief detox before showering and heading out for the day.

<h2>Midday</h2>

After enjoying a long stroll through the streets of Melbourne&rsquo;s CBD, re-discovering the art precincts and beloved National Gallery of Victoria, our residents head back to Seafarers and indulge in a 12.30pm lunch at the on-site 1 Hotel restaurant.

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At 2pm, following an early afternoon swim at the indoor pool, a luxury facial treatment at the spa is on the cards.

Relaxed, they are now ready for a visit from their children and grandchildren for dinner.

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To make things easy, housekeeping staff have delivered fresh flowers, as the concierge team ensures a re-stocked pantry with all the grandkids&rsquo; favourite goodies.

At 5pm, our residents greet their family and their new puppy, meeting them outside the 1 Hotel crane bar for a pre-dinner drink, while the grandkids play with their puppy at Seafarers Rest and enjoy the river views.

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Following drinks, the puppy is cared for by 1 Hotel staff while the family heads inside for dinner.

<h2>Evening</h2>

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For dinner, you can reserve one of Seafarer&rsquo;s resident-only private dining rooms available on level 17 overlooking the Yarra with space for both the kids to run around and adults to relax, with staff on-hand to assist in cooking and cleaning up.

After a delicious family dinner, the family adjourn to the adjacent resident-only library lounge where they enjoy each other&rsquo;s company.

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With Melbourne constantly abuzz, a journey out to the residents-only terrace with a drink in hand will not go amiss.

At 9.30pm, following an evening of entertaining, our residents walk their children and grandchildren to the porte coch&egrave;re where the valet brings around their car.

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Before heading back to their apartment, professionally cleaned by 1 Hotels staff during dinner, our residents stop by the riverfront hotel bar for a nightcap.

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Recently moving from their family home of 10 years into their new three-bedroom apartment, these Seafarers residents have given us an insight into a day in their life

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A day in the life of a Seafarers resident from Melbourne's Northbank precinct

Enso is a new development comprising four two-storey townhouses and one single-storey home in the inner-east Melbourne suburb of Balwyn.

Perfectly placed within the leafy neighbourhood, the five generously proportioned&nbsp;parkside residences have been delivered by Melstone to promote a peaceful lifestyle.

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&ldquo;A gentle&nbsp;pace characterises this prestige community, highly sought-after for its&nbsp;pretty period homes, well-regarded schools and peaceful parklands&rdquo;, the development is marketed as.

Designed by Parallel Workshop, each townhome boasts a double garage, outdoor terrace and private gardens complementary to neighbouring Beckett Park.

Timeless fa&ccedil;ades are elegantly detailed, with vertical lines, soft timber finishes, herringbone underfoot, Gaggenau appliances and contemporary joinery pieces.

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High ceilings in the interior make each living space feel generous and luxurious, while earthy tones and an art deco feel provide elegance and harmony with nature.

Each townhome sits on a lot between 316sqm to 433sqm, offering total internal areas of between 159sqm and 322sqm.

According to the statement of information filed in 2019, the homes are listed from $1.995 million.

Enso&rsquo;s location in Balwyn provides an exemplary mix&nbsp;of ease and tranquillity, the developers note.

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A 15-minute walk&nbsp;through tree-lined streets leads to Balwyn&rsquo;s shopping&nbsp;strip, where a selection of shops and caf&eacute;s tempt&nbsp;locals.

The historic&nbsp;Palace Balwyn cinema is abound with art-deco charm;&nbsp;where classic lines and decorative flourishes adorn&nbsp;the fa&ccedil;ade.

The 109 tram servicing Whitehorse Road&nbsp;takes you all the way to Melbourne&rsquo;s CBD in 30&nbsp;minutes, making accessibility a breeze.

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Perfectly placed within the leafy neighbourhood, the five generously proportioned parkside residences have been delivered by Melstone to promote a peaceful lifestyle

Just five parkside townhouses in Balwyn's luxury Enso development

Victoria &amp; Burke in Melbourne&#39;s Camberwell has been catching the eye, as penthouses in the boutique development of just 15&nbsp;apartments break the leafy Melbourne suburb&#39;s record.

Two penthouses sold already last year at $5.5m, topping Camberwell&#39;s previous penthouse record set at $4 million at FKP&#39;s Aerial Apartments. The final penthouse sold this week for $4.5m at a record of $19,000m2 which underlines the quality that V&amp;B offers to its local high end downsizers.&nbsp;

Figurehead&rsquo;s luxury arm known as Flux has been appointed and is already three&nbsp;months into construction, with completion set for Sep 2022.

A number of exclusive Garden Terraces remain in Victoria &amp; Burke, located on the top of Camberwell hill on the corner of Burke and Victoria Road.&nbsp;

The five Garden Terraces each have three bedrooms, with stunning Jack Merlo designed low maintenance&nbsp;outdoor living space and gardens. Where the Carr Design brings their distinctive and unique aesthetic to Victoria &amp; Burke; driven by a vision for contemporary, timeless beauty.

Since construction at the&nbsp;993 Burke Road development is well underway, Urban took a look at five reasons why the project should be on a buyer&#39;s shortlist.

<h2>1. Centred around a Jack Merlo-designed garden</h2>

The whole corner site development centres around a Jack Merlo designed garden, an internationally acclaimed studio known for their exceptional landscape design.

Landscape architect Jack Merlo designed the 420 sqm garden around its centrepiece, a 200-year-old blue gum. It is being marketed as reminiscent of the locked gardens in London.

The&nbsp;Garden Terraces include&nbsp;five ground level residences each with their own outdoor courtyards and eight first-floor apartments with landscaped terraces looking out across Melbourne.

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<h2>2. Architecture by Carr Design</h2>

Both the architecture and interior design have been handled by the award winning Carr Design, an architecture and interior design studio based in Melbourne with a timeless approach that fosters connection.

Celebrating&nbsp;five decades of design practice, Carr works under the concept of&nbsp;&lsquo;Dynamic Restraint&rsquo;.&nbsp;

Carr describe Victoria &amp; Burke&nbsp;as &quot;stacking the horizontal, wrapping the vertical&quot;.

&ldquo;The site wraps around this huge tree, which created a great opportunity to get a horizontality to the building form. It also means there is a large percentage of garden area, something that is quite rare and offers something completely unique to the project,&rdquo; Carr Design Director&nbsp;Chris McCue says.

&quot;The verticality of the tree is complemented by vertical metal blades, offset by stepped horizontal stacks. The effect is a considered, contemporary form that offers both privacy and openness.&quot;

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<h2>3. Location, Location, Location</h2>

Victoria &amp; Burke has a walk score of 94, located on the top of Camberwell hill on the corner of Burke and Victoria Road.

It is just moments from the nearby Camberwell Village, as well as a number of restaurants, cafe&#39;s, shopping boutiques and parks.

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<h2>4. Top of the line interiors and amenities</h2>

There are five ground level apartments each with their own outdoor courtyards, eight first-floor apartments with landscaped terraces looking out across Melbourne.

Three penthouses crown the top level with never to be built out 270-degree views of the skyline. The penthouses have their own walk-in wine cellars.

Calm and inviting, enjoy open plan living and warm timber floors drenched in natural light with a seamless connection to lush outdoor spaces.&nbsp;

Each apartment features an entertainer&#39;s kitchen at the hub, complete with a natural monolithic stone island bench, splashback and rangehood dressed in limestone. The kitchens are fitted with Gaggenau appliances and an integrated Liebherr fridge and wine fridge.

Unique features include secure basement garages,&nbsp;integrated gas fireplaces and&nbsp;wine fridges to name a few.

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<h2>5.&nbsp;200-year-old Blue Gum!</h2>

A magnificent 200-year-old blue gum is the centrepiece of Victoria &amp; Burke&rsquo;s private garden. Designed by renowned landscape architect Jack Merlo, it is a botanic experience sprawling over 420sqm.

Exclusive to the residents providing a unique leafy arbours, lush deep planting, layered textures, and a vast green lawn. Reminiscent of a traditional backyard.

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The whole corner site development centres around a Jack Merlo designed garden with it's centerpiece a 200-year-old gum tree

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Five reasons why Camberwell's Victoria & Burke should be on a buyer's shortlist

Delivering the best of lifestyle and location, K1 Residences offers buyers the chance to secure a bespoke, whole-floor residence in the heart of Melbourne.

&ldquo;K1&rsquo;s leafy green and lush vertical neighbourhood offers an enviable way of living that is luxurious, expansive and new to Melbourne&rdquo;, the project marketing reads.

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The boutique development is centred upon an ideal synergy of serenity and convenience, located in Melbourne&rsquo;s &lsquo;green lungs&rsquo;, postcode 3004.

Designed by Bergman &amp; Co., and award-winning landscape architecture practice, Aspect Studios, the building&rsquo;s design feature layers of foliage, reminiscent of the gardens of Melbourne&rsquo;s best-loved suburbs.

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Whilst inside, the interiors are moody and timeless, instilling a warm sophistication with French oak, rose gold tapware and impressive functionality.

No matter the lifestyle, Optimus Developments&#39;&nbsp;K1 boasts numerous amenities for every occasion, sitting minutes from St Kilda and Prahran.

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The immediate neighbourhood is calm and picturesque. Close by are the best of Melbourne&rsquo;s restaurants, entertainment options, markets, shopping and places to relax.

Take a look at the brilliant attractions within walking distance of K1:

<ul>
	<li>Fawkner Park</li>
	<li>South Melbourne Market</li>
	<li>Aurora Spa Retreat</li>
	<li>Royal Botanic Gardens</li>
	<li>Fitzroy Street</li>
	<li>Albert Park Lake</li>
	<li>Greville Street</li>
	<li>Stokehouse Restaurant</li>
	<li>Port Phillip Bay</li>
</ul>

Everything that greater Melbourne and beyond has to offer is easily accessed from K1. Public transport links are excellent and major highways and freeways are just a moment away.

K1’s leafy green and lush vertical neighbourhood offers an enviable way of living that is luxurious, expansive and new to Melbourne

Luxury living in the heart of Melbourne city: A look at K1 Residences' fantastic location

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Valia is a new residential offering in Melbourne’s Ivanhoe, boasting an exclusive collection of 14 luxury residences.

Developed by Prestige Ivanhoe, the two and three-bedroom offerings are set over five floors on the tightly-held Upper Heidelberg Road.

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Blending into the leafy suburb, Valia delivers a soft concrete and glass exterior, as well as verdant wrap-around balconies incorporating overhanging plants.

Designed by WMK, the expansive garden terraces provide space for entertaining friends and family with views over the green streetscapes of Melbourne’s north-east.

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The interiors of the residences are designed by SJB Interiors in collaboration with IDLE Architecture Studio, striking a “delicate balance between dynamic modernity and timeless refinement”, the project marketing reads.

Valia’s interiors feature open-plan living and dining areas, earthy tones and soft timber finishes.

Among its other features include a custom fireplace, providing a centrepiece to each apartment, floor-to-ceiling windows and Italian natural stone surfaces.

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“Every residence offers [a] high degree of flexibility to ensure spaces are ideally suited to their owner’s needs and wants”, the developer said.  

Two-bedroom apartments in the complex, which include European appliances, a free-standing bath and custom-joinery begin from $869,000.

The project’s beautiful three-bedroom residences start from $1.67 million.

Situated in Melbourne’s north-east, Valia offers convenient access to eateries and boutiques, with a retail strip on its doorstep and ground-floor retail space.
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Blending into the leafy suburb, Valia delivers a soft concrete and glass exterior, as well as verdant wrap-around balconies incorporating overhanging plant

Introducing Ivanhoe’s newest architectural landmark, Valia 

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The off the plan buyer of a sub-penthouse in Sydney’s Loftus Lane development has scored a big resale as the project nears completion.

The sub-penthouse A603 in the luxury project near Sydney Harbour sold for $5.4 million, having been snapped up at the sales launch back in mid-2017 for $4.975 million direct from the developer AMP Capital.

Ayre Real Estate director Craig Donohue sold the apartment to a Northern Beaches local who had been looking for a Sydney CBD base for around 12 months.

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Donohue said the buyer was shown a few apartments in established and other new developments in the CBD but Loftus Lane's location was a stand out.

"He also loved the fact that this property had a substantial and very usable outdoor space and was really impressed with the design of the building", Donohue said.

Due to settle in April, 8 Loftus Lane has been designed by Studio Bright and will comprise 106 apartments across three Art Deco-style buildings.

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Loftus Lane is part of Quay Quarter Sydney, the dynamic new neighbourhood and major redevelopment of two complete city blocks up near Circular Quay.

When the apartments hit the market in mid-2017, they all sold out within two hours of the launch.

Donohue says there is strong buyer demand for luxury apartments in the CBD.

“The Sydney CBD landscape is changing from a business district to a luxury world class lifestyle hub”, Donohue says.

“As the new developments come closer to completion, buyer can not only see what the final product looks like, but also plan to take occupancy this year which is generating lots of excitement”.
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Ayre Real Estate director Craig Donohue, who sold the apartment, says there is strong buyer demand for luxury apartments in the CBD.

Off the plan buyer success in Sydney’s Loftus Lane development

Due to their&nbsp;beautiful beaches and parklands, Queensland&#39;s cities have become popular amongst families looking for affordable and low maintenance apartment living.

According to the last census, families with children were well represented in Australia&#39;s&nbsp;apartment living population, a trend that is likely to continue.&nbsp;

Here are&nbsp;six Queensland apartments perfect for families 
&nbsp;

1. <a href="/buildings/savvi-apartments-35-kelburn-street-upper-mount-gravatt">Savvi Apartments, Upper Mount Gravatt</a> 
Address: 35 Kelburn Street, Upper Mount Gravatt QLD 4122 
Three-bedroom apartments from $635,000

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Located in the leafy Upper Mount Gravatt, less than 15-minutes from Brisbane&rsquo;s CBD, Savvi Apartments is the latest offering from Opalyn Property Group. Ideal for families, Savvi offers residents modern living with an open-plan layout, large balcony area for entertaining and smart home technology.

Close to popular schools, including Mansfield State High School, the project&rsquo;s central location is a bustling hub of public transport, retail and lifestlye amenities. The home also includes an enclosed laundry area for a family&rsquo;s convenience.

 
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2. <a href="/new-apartments/chevron-one-36-46-stanhill-drive-chevron-island">Chevron One, Surfers Paradise</a> 
Address: 36-44&nbsp;<a href="/new-townhouses/astrid-residences-202-stanhill-drive-surfers-paradise?source_news_article_id=89593&amp;ref=news_body_link">Stanhill</a>&nbsp;Drive, Surfers Paradise QLD 4217 
Three-bedroom apartments from $1,175,000

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Situated in Surfers Paradise,&nbsp;<a href="/news/chevron-one-heralds-the-beginning-of-chevron-islands-transformation">Chevron One</a>&nbsp;presents an opportunity to secure a luxury residence ideal for a family of four. <a href="/developers/bensons-property-group">Bensons</a>&nbsp;Property Group&rsquo;s&nbsp;<a href="/news/chevron-one-heralds-the-beginning-of-chevron-islands-transformation">Chevron One</a>&nbsp;boasts intuitive design and quality finishes. Cooking for the family has been made easy in kitchens designed by the renowned chef, Shannon Bennett.

Designed by&nbsp;<a href="/architects/marchese-partners">Marchese Partners</a>, the development includes a Club One residents&rsquo; lounge, floating cinema, sculptured gardens and dining facilities. The home is in close proximity to independent schools, including The Southport School and St Hilda&rsquo;s. 
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3. <a href="/buildings/market-lane-the-collection-9-market-lane-maroochydore">Market Lane, Maroochydore</a> 
Address: Mundoo Boulevard, Maroochydore QLD 4558 
Three-bedroom apartments from $486,000

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Located in the new Maroochydore CBD, Market Lane will offer two and three-bedroom configurations, as well as a selection of penthouse style apartments for Sunshine Coast families. The two-tower project will enjoy a blend of the coastal lifestyle with urban city energy.

The welcoming community offers beachside attractions, family-friendly dining options and countless schools and services. 
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4. Regal, Southport 
Address: 61-73 Meron Street, Southport QLD 4215 
Three-bedroom apartments from $735,000

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Regal Residences blends family living with luxury and sophistication from its Gold Coast location. Designed by Kris Kowalski Architects, the residence features oak timber flooring, a lap pool, a state-of-the-art gym and a residents&rsquo; lounge.

Located close by beaches and Broadwater Parklands, Regal offers countless leisure activities and lifestyle amenities at your doorstep. 
&nbsp;

5. <a href="/buildings/silk-one-woolloongabba-825-847-stanley-street-woolloongabba">Silk One, Woolloongabba</a> 
Address: 825-847 Stanley Street, Woolloongabba QLD 4102 
Three-bedroom apartments from $805,000

[smartcode_project:default project_id=7879]

Silk One, comprising 177 one, two and three-bedroom apartments, is located within walking distance to the Brisbane CBD. Perfect for families who have a passion for cricket, the project features Brisbane&rsquo;s first and only rooftop skystand, overlooking the Brisbane Cricket Ground, the &lsquo;Gabba&rsquo;.

In close proximity to QUT and Torrens, Silk One offers convenience, style and luxury. Designed by Nettletontribe, apartments in the development include floor-to-ceiling windows, custom cabinetry and deep balconies, as well as a stunning rooftop recreation deck and ground-floor retail space.

The second stage, <a href="/new-apartments/silk-lane-woolloongabba-14-trafalgar-street-woolloongabba">Silk Lane, is expected to be released to the market mid 2021.</a> 
&nbsp;

6. <a href="/buildings/otto-mermaid-beach-1-bondi-avenue-mermaid-beach">OTTO, Mermaid Beach</a> 
Address: 1 Bondi Avenue, Mermaid Beach QLD 4218 
Three-bedroom apartments from $719,000

[smartcode_project:default project_id=6769]

Mermaid Beach&rsquo;s growing population of young families has heightened the demand for family-friendly luxury developments. Morris Property Group&rsquo;s OTTO offers a collection of 70 two and three-bedroom apartments of which you can be proud to call home. &nbsp;

Amenities include a recreational pool, cabana terrace and covered dining and lounge balcony, to enjoy a barbeque with family and friends. Beachside running and biking baths, as well as abundant transport links means OTTO is well connected

Urban takes a look at six Queensland apartments perfect for families

Six Queensland apartments perfect for families

A&nbsp;new&nbsp;wave of luxury apartment living has arrived in Sydney, with&nbsp;buyers seeking high-end&nbsp;amenities and elegant design from new developments.&nbsp;

With many projects now offering communal dining spaces and restaurants on their ground floors, we took a&nbsp;look at five Sydney apartments boasting the&nbsp;most lavish dining areas. 
&nbsp;

1. <a href="/buildings/king-phillip-148-160-king-street-sydney">King &amp; Phillip</a>, Sydney 
Address: 148-160 King Street, Sydney NSW 2000

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Formerly the site of the University of Sydney Law School building, the soon to be completed King &amp; Phillip development offers lavish living for Sydney&rsquo;s elite. Delivered by Galileo, the 26-storey building is inspired by nearby colonial-era architecture, featuring natural materials and colonnade.

The luxury development boasts alfresco dining will under the colonnade and Phillip Street terrace, as well as private residents&rsquo; dining and lounge. The aesthetic appeal and timeless quality of the exterior continues seamlessly throughout the residences&rsquo; interiors.

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2. <a href="/buildings/opera-residences-71-macquarie-street-sydney">Opera Residences</a>, Sydney 
Address: 71 Macquarie Street, Sydney NSW 2000

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Amongst Sydney&rsquo;s most luxurious developments on the market today is Macrolink and Landream&rsquo;s Opera Residences. The 19-storey tower offers 104 high-end apartments in Bennelong Point and boasts luxury finishes including Calacatta marble, Gold Portoro marble and travertine.

Designed by Crone Architects, the project will include four levels of restaurant, retail and dining space, with views over the Harbour Bridge, Opera House and the Botanical Gardens.

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3. <a href="/buildings/the-lennox-12-phillip-street-parramatta">The Lennox</a>, Parramatta 
Address: 12 Phillip Street, Parramatta NSW 2150

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Bordering the Parramatta River and rising 152-metres is Aoyuan International&rsquo;s the Lennox. Featuring luxurious private dining and lounge spaces, as well as ground floor boardwalk restaurants, the Lennox brings countless amenities and luxury to Western Sydney living.

Designed by Marchese Partners, the development boasts floor-to-ceiling glazed windows, winter gardens and a 25-metre lap pool.

[smartcode_project:default project_id=5743]

4. <a href="/buildings/castle-residences-sydney-116-castlereagh-street-sydney">Castle Residences</a>, Sydney 
Address: 203 Castlereagh Street, Sydney NSW 2000

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Castle Residences merges high-end apartments with five-star luxury hotel services and amenities, with construction including the refurbishment of the 142-year-old heritage-listed Porter House building.

Designed by Candalepas Associates, the development offers luxurious dining areas, private dining spaces and in-residence catering. Manhattan-style apartments overlook Hyde Park and timeless sculptural alcoves and arches bring together historical and contemporary architecture.

[smartcode_project:default project_id=7758]

5. Central at the Langston, Epping 
Address: 12-22 Langston Place, Epping NSW 2121

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Central, the Langston&rsquo;s second stage, offers lavish amenities and luxury residences in Sydney&rsquo;s Epping community. With move-in scheduled for later this year, residents will enjoy the development&rsquo;s Sky Lounge &amp; Dining terrace, as well as a 20-metre pool and wellness hub.

Designed by Architectus, Central offers 180 one, two, three and four-bedroom apartments across 24 storeys, featuring premium appliances, full-height timber-look cabinetry and more than 2,000sqm of communal landscaped gardens.

[smartcode_project:default project_id=29936]

<h2>NSW properties selling now:</h2>

[smartcode_project:default project_id=29392]

[smartcode_project:default project_id=7588]

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Here are five of Sydney's most lavish communal dining areas offered within apartments on the market right now

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