Around 400 additional homes could be built at Southwark Grounds on Port Road, lifting total site capacity from 1300 to around 1700 dwellings.

A recently approved code amendment would allow apartment towers of up to 14 storeys in some areas of Renewal SA’s redevelopment of the former West End Brewery.

Renewal SA Acting Chief Executive Shane Wingard said he welcomed the code amendment, with the increase in heights and homes making a positive impact on the supply of high-quality, well-connected housing close to the city.

“By going higher across some parts of Southwark Grounds, we are adding a substantial number of very well-located homes with little impact on project delivery time or planned open space,” Mr Wingard said.

Since the project officially launched in 2025, Mr Wingard said more than 12,000 enquiries had been received about living at Southwark Grounds.

“The very strong early interest we’ve seen since homes were first released in the precinct reinforces our plans to create more housing opportunities,” he said.

The Southwark Grounds code amendment was launched in December last year, with community engagement undertaken over five weeks from January.

It proposed increasing maximum building heights from eight to 14 storeys on the eastern section of Southwark Grounds, and to 12 storeys across the remainder of the site, with minimum building heights ranging from two to four storeys.

The code amendment was implemented through an Early Commencement policy in late January, allowing developers to quickly explore the viability of increased height and housing yield while other planning processes continue.

One of the first developers delivering apartment sites have already finalised redesigns to increase the number of apartments following the code amendment.

Samaras’ development adjacent to the future Colonel Light Park is now planning to deliver 125 apartments across 11 storeys, significantly greater than original plans of around 50 apartments across four storeys.

The developer is also exploring the potential for additional affordable housing outcomes.

Most of the apartments at Southwark Grounds will be delivered within a master-planned precinct on a large parcel of land on the eastern portion of the site, covering around two-thirds of its 8.4 hectares.

Wingard said detailed precinct planning over the coming months may identify further opportunities to increase yield further that could see total apartment numbers at Southwark Grounds, exceed this number.

Affordable homes at Southwark Grounds will also see a net increase, with Renewal SA maintaining its commitment to a minimum of 20 per cent affordable housing across the development.

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Civil works have begun across the site, with construction under way on the first new roads surrounding a townhouse precinct in the south‑west corner of Southwark Grounds. This includes Renewal SA’s 17 Founder’s Row homes, which are on track for completion by Christmas.

“We expect to have people living at Southwark Grounds by the end of the year, so delivering roads and public spaces for those residents is among our highest priorities.”

Construction of 40 townhouses off Anderson Street, known as West Village and being delivered by Contour, is forecast to begin in mid‑2026. Kolabb’s Anderson Lane development will follow shortly after, delivering a further 26 townhouses.

Southwark Grounds is a state government‑led urban renewal project now set to deliver around 1,700 homes over the next decade.

Homes will be supported by a supermarket, a range of retail and hospitality offerings anchored by a revitalised Walkerville Brew Tower, a childcare centre, car parking and well‑connected public spaces.

Joel Robinson

400 new homes planned for Adelaide's former West End Brewery site

Brisbane developer&nbsp;<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/cavcorp">Cavcorp</a> has lodged plans for a new mixed-use residential development at <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/55-wyandra-street-teneriffe-qld-4005">55 Wyandra Street</a>, Teneriffe, anchored by an 85-metre public laneway designed to reconnect the suburb’s riverfront with the Gasworks precinct.

The buildings, known as Teneriffe House and Teneriffe Lane, would replace the existing Queensland Cotton head office site with a 15-storey residential tower transitioning to eight storeys toward Helen Street. The project has been designed by Plazibat Architects and lodged as a code assessable development application for 93 apartments across a 3,401 sqm mixed-use site within the Newstead and Teneriffe Waterfront neighbourhood plan.

Central to the scheme is the transformation of an existing service easement into a publicly accessible cross-block connection linking Wyandra and Helen Streets. Cavcorp says the new laneway will act as both a pedestrian shortcut and a landscaped civic space between the Teneriffe Riverwalk, ferry terminal, and Gasworks precinct.

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“The revised proposal delivers a legacy public-realm cross-block link, permanently secured for community use, transforming an existing private easement into a safe, high-quality pedestrian connection between the Teneriffe heritage riverwalk and the Gasworks–Long Island precinct,” the planning report states.

The laneway will sit beneath a large subtropical loggia integrated into the podium levels of the development. The design incorporates deep landscaping, water gardens, lobby spaces, business lounges, and ground-floor apartments to create what Cavcorp describes as a climate-responsive “urban verandah.”

The tower itself has been designed as a slender form with recessed floorplates and curved translucent corners inspired by contemporary Japanese architecture. The building height aligns with the Commercial Road precinct controls, which permit towers up to 15 storeys within proximity to Longland Street.

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The project will comprise a mix of larger-format apartments aimed at owner-occupiers, downsizers, and families. The proposed apartment mix includes 11 loggia apartments across the lower levels, 50 four-bedroom Sky-Terrace apartments from levels three to seven, and 32 Sky-Pool Homes occupying the upper tower levels. The Sky-Pool Homes will feature private thermal plunge pools integrated into oversized balconies.

According to the application, the apartments are intended to reinterpret the scale and character of Teneriffe’s woolstore conversions and Queensland homes within a vertical residential format.

“The sky-pool homes build on Cavcorp’s previous projects and introduce a distinct apartment typology to Teneriffe, informed by both local and international precedent and responding to an identified market demand for enhanced safety, space and amenity,” the planning submission notes.

A major focus of the proposal is its five-level wellness and lifestyle offering, extending from the basement through to the rooftop.

Amenities proposed include a rooftop Swim &amp; Racquet Club with a 25-metre Olympic lap pool and tennis court, coworking spaces and libraries, golf simulators, wine storage, concierge facilities, business lounges, pet wash areas, and rooftop longevity-focused wellness spaces with spas, outdoor fitness zones, and landscaped terraces.

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All parking will be concealed within basement levels accessed from Wyandra and Helen Streets. Cavcorp says the deep-basement engineering approach allows the entire ground plane to prioritise landscaping, pedestrian movement, and active frontage rather than vehicle infrastructure.

The development continues Cavcorp’s concentration in Newstead and Teneriffe, where the Brisbane developer has delivered a number of apartment projects including Lucent, Le Bain, and Luminare, as well as the Long Island Wellness Precinct nearby. Several of those projects have received national design and architecture awards, including recognition under Brisbane’s “Buildings that Breathe” program.

Cavcorp unveils wellness-focused Teneriffe House and Teneriffe Lane apartment buildings

Focus Group Investments has lodged plans for a new apartment development at <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/64-70-hanover-street-fitzroy-vic-3065">64–70 Hanover Street</a> in Fitzroy, seeking to utilise the Victorian Government’s recently introduced Great Design Fast Track pathway to accelerate approvals for the project.

The proposal is among the latest developments to emerge through the state-led initiative, which was established to fast-track well-designed residential projects in activity centres and transport-connected inner-city locations. The pathway allows qualifying developments that meet elevated design and housing benchmarks to bypass traditional council planning timeframes and instead be assessed directly by the Department of Transport and Planning.

Designed by SJB, the development will comprise a mix of apartments above activated lower levels, with a strong focus on architectural articulation, landscaping, and communal amenity. The design response seeks to balance the industrial character of Richmond’s former warehouse precincts with a more contemporary residential form.

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Proposed are 63 new dwellings, a wide ranging mix of studio, one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments, and townhouses and duplexes. They will be spread across a part-three, part-eight storey building.

The Planning and Urban Context Report by Tract says the development is of an "exemplary architectural standard" and has been carefully crafted by SJB Architects.

"Dwellings&nbsp;will benefit from excellent access to natural light, cross-ventilation opportunities and extensive communal space," the report noted.

The architectural material highlights the project’s integration of landscaped elements and communal spaces throughout the building. The proposal also incorporates sustainability initiatives aligned with the Victorian Government’s push for higher-performing apartment developments under the fast-track program.

The Great Design Fast Track was unveiled by the Victorian Government in 2024 as part of a broader housing supply strategy aimed at accelerating the delivery of new homes. Projects assessed through the pathway must demonstrate high-quality architecture, sustainability outcomes, and housing diversity while being located close to public transport and existing infrastructure.

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Focus Group, founder and led by Paul De Lutiis, is increasingly active across Melbourne’s inner suburbs, targeting well-connected urban renewal locations suited to medium and higher-density residential development. The Fitzroy proposal continues that strategy, leveraging the area’s strong transport links, established retail amenity, and proximity to the CBD.

Fitzroy has been one of the most popular spots for developers and buyers in recent years. The likes of PACE Development Group, SMA Projects, Crema Group and Chapter Group, currently selling projects in the suburb.

First look: Focus Group Investments taps Victoria’s Great Design Fast Track for Fitzroy apartments

The Gold Coast Planning Committee has supported the preliminary approval for the Benowa Gardens Urban Village project following an extensive community consultation and assessment process.

The proposal will now proceed to a full council vote on June 2.

The application sought approval for a masterplanned urban village on the existing Benowa Gardens Shopping Centre site, combining new housing, retail, dining, health and lifestyle amenities within a walkable, integrated precinct.&nbsp;

The proposed redevelopment includes around 413 apartments integrated above a revitalised mixed-use centre featuring a full-line supermarket of 4,000 sqm, 6,000 sqm of specialty retail and dining space across around 30 retailers, a 7,000 sqm health and wellness precinct, and roughly 9,630 sqm of office and medical suites.&nbsp;

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The broader masterplan also includes very significant traffic and transport improvements, wide pedestrian walkways, upgraded pedestrian and cycle connections, and enhanced public areas designed to create a more connected and walkable community environment.&nbsp;

Centre owner Patrick Lu said the milestone reflected months of detailed planning, technical assessment and ongoing communication with local residents, businesses, schools and stakeholders.

“We appreciate the time, consideration and care Council officers and the Planning Committee have given this proposal throughout the assessment process,” Lu said.

“We also sincerely thank the local community for engaging with us, sharing feedback and participating in the consultation process over many months.

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“We understand projects of this scale bring questions and concerns, which is why we have worked hard to listen carefully, provide information transparently and continue refining elements of the proposal where possible.

“Our vision has always been to create a well-designed, community-focused urban village that responds to the changing needs of the Gold Coast, while delivering improved amenity, housing diversity, healthcare access and local lifestyle benefits.

“This proposal is about creating a genuine live-work-play environment where residents can access everyday services, schools, healthcare, dining, shopping and green space within walking distance, while also supporting local jobs and economic activity.”

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Lu said the proposal had evolved significantly through consultation and technical review, particularly around traffic, pedestrian and student safety and neighbourhood connectivity.&nbsp;

Melissa Griffin, Director at Urbis, said the recommendation recognised the strategic importance of delivering more housing and services within established urban areas already supported by infrastructure.

“This proposal represents the type of thoughtful, integrated growth that planning frameworks across South-East Queensland are encouraging,” Ms Griffin said.

“The project seeks to place housing, retail, healthcare and employment opportunities together in a highly accessible location close to schools, transport and existing services.

“Importantly, the process has involved significant technical assessment and community engagement to ensure local issues and feedback were properly considered throughout the planning pathway.”

$1 billion Benowa Gardens Urban Village heads to council vote following Planning Committee support

Surfers Paradise is officially set for its first new residential development with a 45-storey skybridge connecting the two towers.

John Camilleri’s Celestino Developments has been given the green light by the Gold Coast City Council to develop its major beachfront precinct across its huge 4,000 sqm oceanfront site at <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/63-79-garfield-terrace-surfers-paradise-qld-4217">63–79 Garfield Terrace</a>, just five months after its <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/news/qld/first-look-exclusive-billionaire-winx-breeder-s-bold-two-tower-surfers-paradise-play-with-45th-storey-skybridge">submission in late 2025</a>.

The approved scheme will deliver two towers rising 55 and 48 storeys, connected by a skybridge positioned on level 45 that will house a range of resident-only wellness and entertainment spaces.

In its notice of approval, the Gold Coast City Council said the&nbsp;proposed overall built form has been designed to complement the scale, intensity and protect the adjacent amenity and surrounding streets through the use of varied setbacks, site cover and architectural elements.

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Designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/dbi">DBI</a>, the development will comprise 275 apartments across the two towers, including a mix of two-, three-, and four-bedroom residences, as well as several penthouses. The apartments will sit above a landscaped podium featuring more than 90 metres of beachfront pool frontage, private resident lawns, lounges, and wellness spaces.

DBI said the design draws heavily from the movement and form of the coastal environment, with curving balcony lines and sculpted façades intended to soften the scale of the towers while maximising ocean outlooks and passive shading outcomes.

“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,” DBI said in planning documents submitted to the Gold Coast City Council.

The most distinctive element of the approved project is the skybridge linking the two towers at level 45. The elevated communal space is planned to include executive lounges, formal dining areas, wellness facilities, and panoramic ocean-facing outlooks.

“The skybridge enhances the identity of the development, promotes social interaction, and delivers a lifestyle experience not found elsewhere on the Gold Coast,” DBI said.

At podium level, residents will have access to a suite of resort-style amenities, including resident lounges, private dining rooms, a yoga lawn, gymnasium, plunge pools, and treatment spaces. The beachfront pool has been designed with separate lap, lounge, and children’s areas extending across the width of the site.

The project will also introduce new food and beverage offerings along the Enderley Avenue and Oceanway frontages, contributing additional activation to the beachfront precinct.

First look: Winx billionaire’s beachfront Surfers Paradise apartment development greenlit

Melbourne apartments

Inspired by its coastal topography and local maritime history, AVJennings has developed the Merchant Apartments as the final and grandest apartment release in the Waterline Place masterplan.

Situated in the heart of the precinct, Merchant has been created with the community in mind, delivering a collection of one, two and three-bedroom apartments, along with an exclusive Sky Home collection, which are housed on the upper floors of the building.

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Complete with a vibrant ground floor retail offering and a uniquely designed communal rooftop space, with sweeping views to the city and Hobsons Bay, Merchant has been designed by internationally acclaimed architects, Elenberg Fraser.

The façade of the building has been inspired by the surrounding views and the coastal environment that envelopes it, complemented with a variety of Indigenous and exotic vegetation that can coexist and survive in the climate.

Elenberg Fraser Interior Designer, Kate Shaw said, Merchant’s fluid undulant-shaped façade reflects light in a way that is reminiscent of the reflection of the sun off rippling water.

“Textural concrete walls intentionally bound the building to the east and west, angled to direct view lines towards the horizon,” she added.

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From its boutique lobby filled with local artwork and banquette seating, through to the finest of details, all aspects of Merchant’s interiors have been inspired by its tranquil locale.

“The lobby is a space that transitions from the external landscaped zones into a lush foliage-filled entry experience, appointed with gallery spaces featuring local landscape photographers and organic textural finishes that emulate a calming welcome,” said Shaw.

The interiors are bright and welcoming, designed to let in abundant natural light and draw in cool coastal air.

Two colour schemes are on offer within the Merchant Apartments, with Shore and Surf, further adding to the coastal vision.

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Merchant also offers five curated upgrade packages, allowing for even further customisation, with inclusions including Miele appliances, natural stone finishes, keyless entry, dimmable light switches, and more.

Floor to ceiling glazing maximises outlooks, bringing the outdoors in, while each adjoining balcony has been designed as an extension of the home, providing an addition living space in each apartment.

“Each apartment has been shaped by key aspect points, ensuring both private and shared spaces enjoy uninterrupted panoramas through the floor to ceiling glazing.”

“Premium positioned corner and dual aspect apartments take in sweeping bayside views, while affording occupants the flexibility to adapt room arrangements.”

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The crowning glory of Merchant is its rooftop terrace.

With its panoramic views of Melbourne and surrounds, the space is also home to built-in barbecues, multiple seating zones, as well as a communal garden.

One, two and three-bedroom apartments can still be snapped up in the project, with floorplans spanning from 55 sqm to 155 sqm.&nbsp;

Prospective buyers can experience their own 'first look' into the apartments with the group having recently opened a newly refurbished display suite, complete with full scale kitchen and bathroom examples.&nbsp;

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Complete with a vibrant ground floor retail offering and a uniquely designed communal rooftop space, with sweeping views to the city and Hobsons Bay, Merchant has been designed by internationally acclaimed architects, Elenberg Fraser.

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A look inside the Merchant Apartments; the final apartment building in Waterline Place

A new boutique apartment development has been approved for Fitzroy.&nbsp;

Melbourne developers Urban, headed by directors Bart Callaghan and Tony Suttle, submitted the plans for the 23 apartment project at 25 Smith Street, which has been designed by Clare Cousins Architects.&nbsp;

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Clare Cousins Architects was recently awarded 'The Premier Award for Interior Design' by the Australian Interior Design Awards (AIDA) and has previously designed retail stores for Aesop around the globe. The 25 Smith Street site was actually previously the Aesop headquarters, which Cousins designed some 18 years ago.

18 of the apartments will be taken to market, with the generous-sized residences a unique offering due to the designers working collaboratively alongside purchasers, from inception to completion, to ensure the homes are purpose built.&nbsp;

Five two-bedroom apartments will be delivered across the project, along with 13 three-bedroom apartments, including one penthouse and two full-floor apartments.&nbsp;

There is also further opportunity for buyers to combine apartments, creating two more full-floor apartments.&nbsp;

The $44 million project’s prices begin from $890,000 through to $6,000,000, spanning from 91 sqm to 390 sqm.&nbsp;

The group is targeting the local down-sizer and owner-occupier market, having recently completed the nearby Collingwood project, C&amp;L, which was welcomed by a similar demographic.

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The building features a sculptural precast concrete exposed aggregate form, with each residence focusing on providing ample natural light and cross ventilation, while solar panels have been added to the rooftop to further reduce the energy requirements of the property.&nbsp;

The eight-storey building also offers views that cannot be built out, to the Dandenong Ranges in the east as well as the Melbourne city skyline to the west.

Situated on Little Victoria Street’s northwest corner, the development enjoys an enviable position that also fronts Little Smith Street, with residents enjoying the amenities of Smith Street, along with the parks and green spaces of East Melbourne.&nbsp;

The Fitzroy area is also abundant with boutique galleries and health studios, with Gertrude Street boasting some of the city's finest dining options, with Marion Wine Bar, Cutler &amp; Co, and Tamura Sake Bar, all within 800 metres of the CBD.

Urban plans to begin the first stages of construction on the project by the end of the year.&nbsp;

The group began as a collaboration between the Directors, evolving to include a hand-picked specialist team of property-focused staff in Melbourne.

Since its inception in 2009, the team has successfully developed and delivered more than $2 billion worth of residential, commercial, retail, industrial and master-planned projects.

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Five two-bedroom apartments will be delivered across the project, along with 13 three-bedroom apartments, including one penthouse and two full-floor apartments. 

Apartments approved for Fitzroy's 25 Smith Street

A collection of just 29 apartments have launched to the sought-after suburb of Glen Iris at&nbsp;1538 High Street.

The boutique development, GALERIE, is the work of Melbourne locals LDS Property, who are no strangers to the area, with the group currently underway with works on their project, Novum on Edgar Street.&nbsp;

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GALERIE has been designed by the coveted architecture firm, Ewert Leaf, taking on a human-centric and holistic approach to the design.&nbsp;

Delivering a collection of two and three-bedroom apartments, each of the residences at GALERIE&nbsp;benefit from expansive landscape courtyards and balconies in an elevated position, offering views to the wider metropolitan.&nbsp;

Ewert Leaf Director, Will Leaf said the project was born from an undeniable love of art.

"GALERIE is a curated collection of luxury residences where residents are privy to a world-renowned collection of private artworks, innovative architecture and lush outdoor spaces." Leaf said.

“GALERIE presents an interestingly dynamic asymmetrical facade, livening the High Street streetscape.”

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The building is defined by a strong sense of artistry, forming a distinctly timeless aesthetic.&nbsp;

Composed of brick, timber and concrete, the facade materiality cultivates depth and dimension whilst cascading greenery softens its form.&nbsp;

Each curated residence has been tailored for the cosmopolitan lifestyle where generous open-plan living areas are imbued with an atmosphere of artistic luxury.&nbsp;

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LDS Property Founder and Managing Director Lal De Silva established the company after identifying a gap in Melbourne’s property market for classic, well-considered homes.&nbsp;

The group is now led by CEO Kyle De Silva, who stepped up to run the company after his father.&nbsp;

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Melbourne locals, LDS Property are taking to the leafy streets to deliver their latest residential project, with GALERIE set to arrive in the heart of the family friendly suburb.



GALERIE Apartments Soon to Launch at Glen Iris

The latest luxury Kew apartments come together off the back of a conglomerate of renowned professionals, delivering just a collection of two and three-bedroom residences to the blue-chip suburb.

Jafari Property Group has made a craft of developing&nbsp; boutique projects throughout Melbourne’s prestigious inner east and south-eastern suburbs.

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Founded in 1995, Jafari has established a reputation for quality and precision, with its directors’ experience as registered builders as well as developers ensuring all aspects of the planning and building process are managed with complete oversight and attention to detail.

Local empty nesters and downsizers have been flocking to the Kew residences, with Pontem Director, Fil Gacesa saying, The Bradford is appealing to those wanting to move from the family home, while still remaining in the area.

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“The lock up and leave, single level living has really appealed to buyers. We’ve also seen keen interest from families looking to be in the precinct given the schools in the area.”

“We’ve typically seen, with many of the prospective buyers, that they’re coming from Kew or an affiliated area, whether they’ve lived in Kew previously or have family close by, along with those looking to make the move from neighbouring suburbs.”&nbsp;

Designed as a project for the local residents, The Bradford delivers just 10 apartments to the Sackville Ward, offering a considered palette which pays homage to the area’s history.

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Signalling Jafari’s first foray into the luxury apartment market, the group bring considerable experience and knowledge to the project, having extensive success in developing luxury homes and townhomes.&nbsp;

With limited residences remaining in The Bradford, the group is now focused on finalising documentation in order to expedite the commencement of construction

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Local empty nesters and downsizers have been flocking to the Kew residences, with Pontem Director, Fil Gacesa saying, The Bradford is appealing to those wanting to move from the family home, while still remaining in the area.

The team behind the new luxury Kew apartment development, The Bradford

Located on Templestowe’s golden mile, nestled amongst idyllic greenery and landmark mansions, Serpells Place is being developed as a joint venture between Hub Property Group, Hewson and Gacesa, who have teamed up to produce something the quiet suburb hasn't seen before.

Setting a new benchmark for the area, Serpells Place is a collection of just 20 house-sized apartments designed by award-winning design firm KUD.&nbsp;

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KUD's Managing Director, Billy Kavellaris, says the vision for Serpells Place was to compose a building with a contemporary form, enduring materiality and generous scale, that blends seamlessly with its surrounds.&nbsp;

Crafted to command the streetscape whilst honouring its location, KUD have envisioned a bold and engaging facade design, which has been curated to blend seamlessly from the outdoors in.&nbsp;

“Serpells Road is one of the most esteemed streets in Templestowe. It’s wide, filled with trees and has a beautiful link to the past, lined by large acreage properties. We took elements of the area and then metaphorically put them together to create something that is dynamic and engaging," he said.

Clean lines and robust materials are juxtaposed by the vibrant greenery of the landscape, which has been designed by John Patrick Landscape Architects, creating a seamless harmony between the built form and the Templestowe landscape.&nbsp;

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Three distinct layers each present an individual design moment, says Kavellaris, creating a sense of visual depth.&nbsp;

“To the middle level, the building is softened by fluid curves, imbuing a sculptural quality that is only enhanced by cascading vines, while extensive glazing allows abundant natural light into the homes whilst allowing for a connection to the landscaping and surrounding views.”

“No expense was spared for the finishes and fixtures of Serpells Place. Enhanced by expansive living spaces, the level of quality and craftsmanship speaks for itself,” he added.&nbsp;

Whilst designing the interiors, KUD took cues from the facade to create a seamless, free flowing transition between in and out.

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“We don’t see interiors and exteriors as seperate concepts. Whenever we design a building, there’s a language we explore on the outside, and then we pick up on these cues internally. It might be in the materials, the textures, or a form. The idea is that as you walk in, there’s a language and a story that unfolds in a linear way.”

Favouring soft textures, natural materials and cool tones, the finished palette has been curated to cultivate a rich and harmonious sensory experience, enhanced by plentiful natural light.

The pièce de résistance of the apartments is the chef’s kitchen, featuring a sleek wine fridge, state-of-the-art appliances, a butler’s pantry and a bar area, along with a striking island bench, designed to emulate the soft curves of the facade, adorned in a grey marble.

“The kitchens are probably bigger than what you’d find in a residential house. They’ve got extensions of bars and their own butler’s pantry as well as heaps of storage. These residences are for people who want spacious, high-quality design with the low maintenance lifestyle of an apartment.”

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No expense was spared for the finishes and fixtures of Serpells Place, says Kavellaris.&nbsp;

Apartments are paired with expansive living spaces, in tow with interior features like timber floors, porcelain tiles, natural stone, and integrated fireplaces.

“Sophisticated yet comfortable, the open-plan living area is a haven for unwinding, entertaining or spending time with loved ones. Here, soaring windows provide seamless outlooks to the landscaping, encouraging residents to feel as if they are wholly immersed in nature, evoking a wonderful sense of wellbeing.”

Sliding doors collapse the boundaries between in and out, allowing the terrace, living, dining and kitchen areas to become one all-encompassing space.&nbsp;

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One of the things Templestowe is renowned for is its rolling hills, abundant landscaping and mature trees.&nbsp;

Drawing inspiration from the landscape, KUD focussed on incorporating large openings to create the physical connections to the outdoors, along with large light courts throughout, allowing sunlight and ventilation through two sides of the residences.&nbsp;

A limited number of residences remain in Serpells Place, with two-bedroom, two-bathroom and two car space-apartments starting from $950,000.

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Setting a new benchmark for the area, Serpells Place is a collection of just 20 house-sized apartments designed by award-winning design firm KUD. 

How Serpells Place fits into the Templestowe landscape 

Lendlease has just released a collection of penthouse residences at their five-star luxury retirement living community, Ardency Kennedy Place.&nbsp;

The release comes in high demand with two penthouses already sold in the release.&nbsp;

Just five penthouses remain, presenting the final chance retirees have to secure a luxury residence within Lendlease’s highly coveted intergenerational living precinct, located on the former site of the Channel Nine studios.

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“The demand for these penthouses at Ardency Kennedy Place has been strong with two already sold and only five penthouses remaining,” Nathan Cockerill, Managing Director, Retirement Livingat Lendlease,&nbsp;said.&nbsp;

Designed by award-winning architects Bates Smart, the luxury two and three-bedroom penthouses feature high quality fixtures and finishes, with generously proportioned living spaces and natural light maximised throughout.&nbsp;

The penthouses are located on the top floors and boast sweeping views of the city or the Dandenong Ranges, with the largest three-bedroom penthouse benefitting from dual aspect views with an impressive 229 sqm interior floorplan.

Bates Smart, Director, Mark Healey, said the penthouse apartment layouts have been developed around enhancing liveability, specifically in the retirement context.

“A generosity of social spaces such as kitchens and adjoining living spaces encourages gatherings of friends and extended families and whilst ensuring bathrooms and storage is maximised to mimic the family home,” he said.&nbsp;

All of the residences include natural stone finishes, European timber flooring, ample storage, with some also including a built-in fireplace.&nbsp;

“The colour palettes are warm and neutral, with a focus on natural, quality luxury finishes. These penthouse residences present as timeless and classic interiors allowing for individual expression to be overlaid.”

The penthouse residences are priced from $1.55 million to $3.38 million, and the interiors range in size from 104 to 229sqm, each with a spacious terrace and two car spaces.&nbsp;

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Purchasers will have the opportunity to meet with a Bates Smart architect for a personalised walk-through of the design of their residence and will be offered a complimentary design consultation with luxury furniture retailer Coco Republic for ideas on how to furnish and style the home.&nbsp;

Ardency Kennedy Place is Lendlease’s five-star luxury retirement living community that features an onsite café and provedore, as well as a wellness centre that features a pool, gym and yoga studio.&nbsp;

Future residents will also benefit from amenities on their doorstep and proximity to restaurants, cafes and boutiques on Swan Street, and easy connection to the rest of the city.&nbsp;

The precinct is targeting a 6 Star Green Star Communities rating from the Green Building Council of Australia, representing a world standard in sustainable design.&nbsp;

Construction of Ardency Kennedy Place has moved into the next stage following structural completion in August and is expected for completion in early 2023.&nbsp;

Ardency Kennedy Place also has a range of other two and three-bedroom apartments available priced from $1 million.

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Lendlease launch luxury penthouse collection in Richmond retirement community, Ardency Kennedy Place

Located in Melbourne’s cosmopolitan south-east, Frater Group’s Carnegie residential project has been designed to embrace the vibrant urban lifestyle or the popular suburb.

14 Tranmere Avenue delivers an architecturally designed built form, with bold modernist lines, a balance of light and dark colours and smooth and textured finishes, creating a statement-making façade.

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The Preston-headquartered, Frater Group engaged Ben and Ben Architects to design the Carnegie project, with five townhomes planned for the site.

Three-bed, three-bath, two-car townhouses can still be snapped up at 14 Tranmere, with prices starting from $1,200,000.

Townhouse One is also still available, delivering one of the largest of the offerings of the project, spanning 190 sqm.

The ground floor incorporates a double garage, along with a retreat area, as well as an outdoor courtyard.

The first-level floor plan follows an open-plan layout, with one-bathroom and with the kitchen, dining and living flowing seamlessly onto an adjoining 15 sqm balcony.

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Three-bedrooms are housed on the second floor of the residence, along with an additional bathroom, as well as a powder room.

Townhomes Two, Three and Four span 178 sqm, with one bedroom, which is ensuited located on the ground floor and the additional bedroom and master bedroom located on the second floor, with both connecting to an ensuite bathroom.

The first floor of each of the townhouse follow similar layouts, with the open plan kitchen, dining and living adjoining to outdoor balconies.

Townhouse Five steps up in size once again, spanning 178 sqm.

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The master bedroom is located on the ground floor, with an ensuite as well as full-height sliding doors connecting to open-air courtyard.

Two additional bedrooms are planned for the second floor, along with one bathroom, while the first floor will provide the open-plan layout seen throughout the other homes.

14 Tranmere lands just a 10-minutes’ drive to world class shopping and dining at Chadstone, The Fashion Capital, along with being just minutes from one of city’s most iconic racing destinations, Caulfield Racecourse.

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Three-bed, three-bath, two-car townhouses can still be snapped up at 14 Tranmere, with prices starting from $1.2 million

Inside Frater Group's Carnegie townhomes

Melbourne group, Frater have taken to South Kingsville to deliver their latest residential development.

Designed by IN8 Architects, Knew will comprise 32 residences, with a mix of two, three and four-bedroom apartments.

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Arriving at 82-96 New Street, the residences will be set across two-storeys, with prices starting from $795,000

Knew’s built form will take on a contemporary design, with bold geometric lines, a light, white and grey palette, and European style terraces, inviting al fresco ambience into each of the living spaces.

The sites location on New Street also faces west, offering residents the perfect avenue to catch some of the city’s best sunset views.

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A city by the sea, and one of Melbourne’s newest lifestyle hubs in the inner west, Knew sits just 10.6 kilometres from the CBD and 5.3 kilometres from the waterfront of Williamstown.

Flowing between the trendy café culture of Yarraville and the beachside havens of Port Phillip Bay, South Kingsville marks the intersection of urban living within waterside reach

The project sits within proximity to a number of enviable amenity.

Transformed from a bluestone quarry to a bushland oasis brimming with 165 species of birdlife, Newport Lakes Reserve offers 33-hectares of parkland to explore, sitting adjacent to Knew.

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A destination perfect for picnics and nature walks, the pocket of native bush features dividing stones between the North and South Lakes, with walking tracks winding their way around the natural sanctuary. &nbsp;

Knew also sits within walking distance to Grazeland at Spotswood, which is a playground for foodies, offering up an array of outdoor dining experiences, with live music every weekend.

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Designed by IN8 Architects, Knew will comprise 32 residences, with a mix of two, three and four-bedroom apartments.



Frater launch South Kingsville apartments, Knew

Residents at the soon to be completed Liberty One in Footscray will be in a prime position on the doorstep of the upcoming vibrant retail precinct, Joseph Road.

Liberty One by Bensons, which recently held a traditional topping out ceremony of the 24-level, 375-apartment building, is a stones throw from the huge 12,000 sqm precinct, offering both owner-occupiers and investors a reason to invest in the Warde Street tower.

Joseph Road will feature a number of&nbsp;restaurants, cafes and wine bars, as well as three parks, yoga studios and gyms, and&nbsp;a 550 sqm large-scale commercial supermarket.

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Newly designed bike paths within the precinct will provide residents of Liberty One seamless connections between Footscray and surrounding areas, including Melbourne’s CBD which is just four-kilometres away.

After being recognised as a priority precinct, Footscray forms the cultural heart of the west and is also a major health and education centre. It is the gateway between Melbourne’s CBD and the wider western suburbs, providing key access beyond the city limits to regional Victoria.&nbsp;

The State Government has committed $31 billion to the local area which will be invested across a range of sectors by 2026 with projects like the $15 million Metro rail, the $6.1 billion West Gate Tunnel and the $1.5 billion Footscray Hospital redevelopment, giving buyers even more reason to invest in Liberty One.

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The second release of Liberty One is now selling, with a selection of one, two and three-bedroom apartments still available.&nbsp;

With high demand for the project and increasing popularity of the suburb, a premium second release launched to include an upgraded interior scheme, featuring the latest cutting-edge home technology.

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Joseph Road will home a number of restaurants, cafes and wine bars, as well as three parks, yoga studios and gyms, and a 550 sqm large-scale commercial supermarket

Why Liberty One's proximity to the Joseph Road precinct is drawing buyers

Construction is underway at the new Greensborough apartment development, Albero, in the leafy suburb north-east of Melbourne.

Albero will comprise 45 contemporary residences developed by Citinova, with the design a collaboration between prominent architecture firm Point Architects and designers InvoDesign and Biasol.

The development, 17 kilometres from Melbourne and set in the growing suburb which blends greenery, amenity and a lively entertainment hub, was designed to connect to its wider surroundings.

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“Albero is conceived through a deep understanding of its local context, we wanted to encapsulate a sense of place within the interior design with a strong connection to the abundant parklands of Greensborough and design a life with all the necessities to live simply, in comfort and style,” Biasol said when discussing the vision for the residences.

Comprising a sculpted façade, forming the illusion of a floating exterior, Alberto displays a silhouette form, with bold linework that frames the development amongst the setting. &nbsp;

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Soft timber accents and natural finishes have also been incorporated to complement the leafy surrounds and bring a sense of nature to the residences.

With sustainability at the forefront of the design, each residence at Albero features energy efficient appliances, use of recycled rainwater and expansive double-glazed windows that allow for an abundance of natural light to flood the interior spaces.

Green landscaping cascades down the façade, providing a visual connection to the surrounding parklands, while the generously sized balconies act as an extension of the homes, allowing for indoor-outdoor living.

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The top two levels of Albero will be dedicated to open communal spaces.

One, two and three-bedroom apartments are available at Albero, which is expected to be completed by mid-2023.

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The development, 17 kilometres from Melbourne and set in the growing suburb which blends greenery, amenity and a lively entertainment hub, was designed to connect to its wider surroundings


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