<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/jwland-development">JWLand</a>’s De Burgh, the final residential release within the Northbourne Village precinct in Lyneham, is nearing completion just as the Federal Government’s Home Guarantee Scheme prepares for its most significant expansion to date.&nbsp;

From October 2025, the scheme will allow first home buyers to enter the market with just a five per cent deposit and no lenders mortgage insurance (LMI), removing some of the most common barriers to ownership.

With <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/de-burgh-at-northbourne-village-40-de-burgh-street-lyneham-act-2602">De Burgh</a> on track for residents to move in by late spring 2025, the timing creates a strong opportunity for first home buyers seeking brand-new apartments in Canberra’s sought-after Inner North.&nbsp;

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The project delivers 350 residences across two buildings, with layouts ranging from compact studios through to one, two, and three-bedroom apartments.

JWLand has tailored the development for long-term liveability, integrating natural light, privacy and outdoor space into each home. Ground-floor residences feature private courtyards, while upper levels benefit from generous balconies.

Kitchens are fitted with Fisher &amp; Paykel appliances, and all apartments include ducted reverse-cycle air conditioning with smartphone app control for lighting and climate.&nbsp;

Shared resident facilities include a rooftop garden, gym, lounge and parcel lockers, alongside landscaped green space within the precinct.

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For buyers, the expanded Home Guarantee Scheme removes income caps and introduces unlimited places, making it more accessible than ever. With most De Burgh apartments priced under $1 million, they fall well within the updated eligibility thresholds.

The policy changes provide first home buyers with greater certainty and a smoother path to finance. Combined with the quality and location of De Burgh, the expanded scheme is expected to draw a new wave of buyers to Canberra’s Inner North.

Residents will benefit from the project’s central setting, just 600 metres from the light rail and three kilometres from Canberra’s CBD. The precinct is bordered by the <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/lyneham-act-2602">Lyneham</a> wetlands and sits within easy reach of cafes, restaurants, schools and the ANU.

With completion scheduled for late 2025, De Burgh is set to be among the first major apartment projects to meet the expanded scheme head-on, offering first-time buyers a realistic pathway to ownership in one of Canberra’s most connected neighbourhoods.

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Joel Robinson

JWLand’s De Burgh aligns with expanded Homebuyer Scheme, opening doors for first home buyers in Canberra’s Inner North

A subtropical pair of residential towers are in planning for a key South Brisbane site neighbouring the iconic Expo ’88 Skyneedle, with new documents revealing a vertically layered vision designed to respond to the precinct’s evolving high-density character.

The proposal has been lodged by&nbsp;Darveniza Group, which is also is behind the 400-apartment Station Quarter precinct in Alderley.

Darveniza Group, led by Jane Darveniza, the Brisbane-based investor and Queensland rich-lister and widow of the late property magnate Bojan Darveniza, is seeking approval for a mixed-use project encompassing 204 apartments, ground-level retail, food and drink tenancies, and office space across two architecturally integrated towers at 37–39 Manning Street.

Occupying an 1,822 sqm site, the proposed towers would rise above a sculptural podium base, with a recessed landscaped centre, rooftop communal areas, and a total of 220 car parks and 256 bicycle bays. The apartment mix spans one- to five-bedroom dwellings, with a design emphasis on generous balconies, cross-ventilation, and climate-responsive materials.

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“The development is conceived as two slender twin buildings that meet at a lushly landscaped central recess,” the Finegrain design report states. “The façade is highly articulated with the plan form stepping back and forth to reduce visual bulk and maximise internal occupants’ access to natural light and air”.

A hallmark of the proposal is its integration of greenery, both visually and functionally. Around 77 per cent of the site’s green plot ratio is delivered through vertical planting spines, a green podium wall, and rooftop amenity. Ground-level deep planting and landscaped communal zones aim to create a shaded, walkable interface along Manning Street.

“The stepped plan form introduces variation in balcony setbacks and enclosed apartment areas, enriching both the façade expression and the resident experience,” the design team notes. “At ground and podium levels, this stepping also enhances permeability, maximising pedestrian view lines to the neighbouring Skyneedle and reinforcing a strong sense of local identity”.

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The site directly adjoins the heritage-listed Skyneedle at 35 Manning Street, an enduring legacy of World Expo ’88. The accompanying heritage impact report by Pendergast Architects contends that the proposal has been carefully conceived to protect the cultural significance and landmark visibility of the structure.

“The design provides setbacks, tower separation and podium articulation to maintain the visibility and landmark role of the adjoining Skyneedle,” the report states. “The significance of the Skyneedle lies principally in its landmark visibility and cultural symbolism, rather than in detailed fabric or architectural setting”.

The proposal sits within the Kurilpa Sustainable Growth Precinct, under Brisbane’s TLPI 02/2023, where revised planning controls support high-density, mixed-use development integrated with subtropical design and increased public realm contributions.

Finegrain’s design reflects this intent, drawing cues from the site's adjacency to Musgrave Park, the subtropical landscape of South Brisbane, and cultural landmarks such as QPAC and South Bank.

Twin green towers proposed for Manning Street, South Brisbane site beside Skyneedle

A first-of-its-kind culinary precinct is coming to <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/melrose-park-nsw-2114">Melrose Park</a>, inspired by global street-food flavours and best-in-class restaurants and entertainment.

Deicorp’s emerging mid-city precinct, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/melrose-central-melrose-park-33-hope-street-melrose-park-nsw-2114">Melrose Central</a>, will become the go-to precinct within the wider Melrose Park community, and at its heart, a first-of-its-kind culinary precinct that brings the buzz of Asia’s most iconic food streets to life.

Spanning more than 4,700 sqm, Melrose Central street food precinct is inspired by the energy and vibrant flavours of street-food neighbourhoods from Hong Kong and Tokyo to Seoul and Singapore.

This new destination will be over three times the size of existing offerings like Burwood Chinatown or Westfield Chatswood’s Hawker Lane, positioning Melrose Central as a must-visit dining hub for all of Sydney.

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Designed by Anthony Ho of Basalt Studio, this street food concept blurs the lines between culinary theatre, art, and entertainment, offering an immersive experience. Neon-lit laneways thread between open kitchens and live grill stations, while murals, interactive displays, and light installations will bring the precinct to life, trading until late, a first for the area.

“We’ve imagined our street food concept as a graduated evolution of everything people love about Burwood Chinatown, East Village and Regent Place, elevated by the immersive artistry creating a city-style dining offer,” said Bilinda Turner, Head of Retail at Deicorp.

“By curating the very best tenants from across Australia, we’re creating a fit-for-purpose town centre for 2025 and beyond. It’s something that people truly haven’t seen before."

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Melrose Central is far more than a food precinct. Spanning 30,000 sqm across four levels, the shopping centre will be home to approximately 100 retailers, providing a total lifestyle offering from morning until late evening.

Fresh food offerings span a brand new Coles Supermarket, Local Grocer, Korean Supermarket, Bakery and boutique fresh food, as well as a Dan Murphy's, while health needs are covered from a pharmacy, medical centre and allied health. Fitness and wellbeing take centre stage from a dedicated wellbeing hub that includes pilates, recovery, Infrared saunas and a gym, to name a few.

Variety stores will feature throughout, as well as personal care offerings from nail salons to hairdressers, as well as a dedicated early-learning centre on level 1.

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Situated above the retail precinct will be 495 Turner Studio-designed apartments that open onto 6,000 sqm of lush podium gardens and rooftop terraces.

Located just six kilometres east of Parramatta’s CBD and 15km from Sydney CBD, Melrose Central forms the retail and lifestyle heart of Melrose Park, an urban-renewal precinct that is set to deliver more than 11,000 homes, 22,000 new residents, and 50,000 sqm of park and open space.

A dedicated stop on Parramatta Light Rail Stage 2 will arrive at the precinct’s Hope Street entrance, and the forthcoming Parramatta Gateway Bridge will link directly to Sydney Olympic Park and Wentworth Point.&nbsp;

Supported by a 10-minute drive, this growing catchment of 200,000 people, which is projected to grow to 279,000 by 2026, and an average household income above the Greater Sydney average, Melrose Central embodies Deicorp’s vision for transport-oriented, community-focused placemaking.&nbsp;

Melrose Central street food precinct and the wider Melrose Central retail town centre are both slated to open in mid-2026.

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Melrose Central: First-of-its-kind culinary precinct coming to Sydney’s West

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/sekisui-house-australia">Sekisui House Australia</a> has unveiled the fifth and final stage of its $1 billion Norwest community, The Orchards.

The final stage, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/zeste-at-the-orchards-norwest-104-fairway-drive-norwest-nsw-2153">Zeste</a>, will deliver 209 apartments across two distinctive buildings, Essence and Eden. The 135 apartments in Essence will be the first to be released to the market, which will bring to an end the decade-long vision to create a&nbsp;neighbourhood defined by design excellence, sustainability, and community engagement.

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David Lee, Sales Manager at Sekisui House Australia said, Zeste's oversized living spaces and diverse apartment mix, which includes the introduction of&nbsp;Breezeway Sky Homes for the first time, deliver a unique lifestyle offering.

Early purchasers will benefit from exclusive VIP pricing as well as the choice of one premium upgrade, which Lee says is a "thank you" for their commitment to the project.

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Designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/rothelowman">Rothelowman</a>, Zeste embodies Sekisui House’s global design philosophy of creating harmony between people, homes and nature. Principal Ben Pomroy explained that Zeste is about living within the landscape.

“With two large courtyards, the lagoon pool precinct for the wider community and a central courtyard with pavilion exclusively for Zeste residents, the architecture frames an experience of living in a park," Pomroy said.

“Over 50 per cent of the site is landscaped, ensuring a deep connection to nature at every stage of daily life. The buildings are designed as a collection of smaller, finer-grain forms, with over 85% of apartments enjoying dual aspects.

“The focus on natural ventilation, generous layouts and communal interaction creates a residential environment that is both sustainable and socially connected.”

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Natalie Shalala, a member of Rothelowman’s interiors team said they reimagined the former site’s Orchard homestead with a contemporary twist. &nbsp;

“The design draws on the nostalgia of the past orchard – timber floors, the warmth of a fireplace, the rituals of the homestead and reinvents them for modern apartment living,"&nbsp;Shalala said.

“We have created two tonal palettes, one with pale honey undertones and another with a soft blush inspired by nectar. A highlight feature is the cathedral glass light box, a bespoke design element that re-interprets the classic lantern. It is both beautiful and functional, tying kitchen and bathroom spaces together in a way that feels entirely unique."

Shalala said the&nbsp;day-to-day liveability has been carefully considered, with abundant storage solutions, butler’s pantries, bike storage and joinery designed to simplify routines and enhance comfort.

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Apartments in Zeste start from $715,000 for one-bedrooms and extend through to expansive three-bedroom Sky Homes priced from $2.25 million. Floorplans range from 59 sqm to 144sqm.

The mix in Essence comprises 41 one-bedroom, seven one-bedroom + Max space, 39 two-bedroom, 40 two-bedroom Breezeway Sky Homes (24 of which include additional Max spaces), and eight three-bedroom residences.&nbsp;

Max spaces are integrated into select residences, offering a flexible room that can be tailored to individual needs, ideal as a home office, children’s play area, or additional storage.

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Zeste continues Sekisui House Australia’s partnership with Altogether Group, providing sustainable water, power and data services to residents. Passive design strategies include cross-ventilation, deep landscaping and water features that encourage evaporative cooling, aligning with The Orchards long-term environmental goals.&nbsp;

Construction is set to commence on the Zeste buildings in early 2026, with completion anticipated in late 2027 to early 2028.&nbsp;

More than 850 apartments have been sold across the masterplan, contributing to The Orchards community of 1,300 apartments when complete.

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Sekisui House Australia launches Zeste, the final stage of its $1 billion Norwest masterplan

A significant addition to the Bella Vista Station Precinct is in the pipeline, with <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/landen-property">Landen</a> formally lodging a State Significant Development Application for a <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/40-memorial-avenue-bella-vista-40-memorial-avenue-nsw-2153">new apartment community on Memorial Avenue</a>.

Positioned beside the Elizabeth Macarthur Creek corridor, the project is among the first major transit-oriented residential proposals within the Metro precinct.

The masterplan, designed by&nbsp;<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/turner-studio">Turner Architects</a>,&nbsp;outlines a four-stage delivery, comprising four buildings between four and fifteen storeys, and includes a mix of one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments, alongside a limited selection of four-bedroom penthouses and terraces.

The project places a strong emphasis on housing diversity and liveability, with apartment sizes ranging from 50 to 180 sqm. The first stage will deliver 213 dwellings, followed by 231 in the second stage. Construction is expected to commence in 2026, pending approvals.

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As the first transit-oriented development (TOD) in the precinct, Landen’s Bella Vista community has been designed to align closely with the surrounding Metro infrastructure. The proposal integrates new pedestrian and cycling paths, a new bridge over Elizabeth Macarthur Creek, and direct access to Bella Vista Metro Station.

Lush communal amenities are also central to the design. 'The Grove' and the 'Garden Link' will create landscaped community areas that reflect the area's agricultural heritage and provide direct access to the creekside.&nbsp;

The ‘Garden Patio’ is conceived as a multi-use indoor-outdoor facility offering a gym, study nooks, and communal lounge spaces.&nbsp;Rooftop terraces across the buildings will offer views to the Blue Mountains and Parramatta skyline.

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Landen’s Head of Property, Shane Harding, said the proposal highlights the developer’s precinct-scale ambition.

“As the first TOD proposal in Bella Vista, it highlights Landen’s ability to pioneer precinct-scale projects, integrate housing with infrastructure, and deliver outcomes that align with government priorities,” Harding told the Daily Telegraph.

The project arrives at a time of rapid growth in Western Sydney, with Bella Vista alone forecast to more than double in population by 2046. The development’s location, between the Bella Vista and Kellyville Metro stations, positions it as a connected lifestyle hub for families, professionals and downsizers seeking access to transport, schools, and employment centres.

Pending approval, the development is slated for completion in 2028.

Landen plans 444-apartment community in Bella Vista Metro zone

Melbourne Quarter

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

Lendlease appoint Colliers to market Melbourne Quarter East Tower

Melbourne Quarter&rsquo;s East tower, designed by renowned architects&nbsp;Fender Katsal​idis, is set in the new wider precinct Lendlease has developed between the popular Collins and Flinders Street.

The national developer is now offering investors limited-time incentives in the completed <a href="/buildings/east-tower-melbourne-quarter-628-flinders-street-docklands">East Tower</a>, which include a choice between an eight per cent rebate OR a guaranteed rental yield of five per cent for two years^. That applies to all one, two and three-bedroom apartments in the 40-level East Tower.

One-bedroom apartments are priced from $446,000, with two-bedroom apartments starting from $607,000.

For a limited time Lendlease is also offering no stamp duty for eligible buyers.

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The entry is a statement to the whole tower, through a grand lobby with a soaring nine metre canopy and signature stone and bronze highlights.

The theme of contemporary elegance is evident not only in the lobby but throughout the apartments, as exhibited from the high end fittings and timber flooring.

Each of Melbourne Quarter&rsquo;s one, two and three-bedroom apartments have been designed for timeless livability, with high-quality fixtures and fittings, considered layouts and contemporary interiors.

Take advantage of your brand new European appliances or if you prefer dining in without the hassle, the tower also boasts private dining spaces with fully-equipped kitchens and a residents&rsquo; lounge.

Soak in the sights from your sleek, stone-paved balcony from high-rise Skyhomes with panoramic city, river or bay views, to boutique apartments overlooking the green oasis below. Especially since a generous 50% of the precinct is dedicated to outdoor open space for residents, workers and visitors to enjoy.

Experience the views wherever you go, including at East Tower&#39;s exclusive Club MQ where every resident has access to three floors of resort-style amenities.

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As part of Club MQ, the inner city development offers multiple fitness facilities exclusively for its residents, including access to gym facilities, a private yoga space, a spa and sauna and a 25-metre indoor swimming pool.

The pool area&rsquo;s large double-storey floor-to-ceiling windows provide countless opportunities to take in the city skyline while swimming laps.

Home to Melbourne&rsquo;s newest laneway, promising delights and delicacies for locals and visitors alike.

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As one of Melbourne&#39;s most popular retail precincts, you can pop down to the Designer Fashion Outlet whenever you like. Also within walking distance is Crown Melbourne, South Wharf Promenade and education hubs including the University of Melbourne and RMIT.&nbsp;

Melbourne Quarter is conveniently situated between two of Melbourne&#39;s most iconic streets, Flinders and Collins, and is opposite Southern Cross Station. It&#39;s just a stroll to&nbsp;Collins Street&rsquo;s top restaurants and retail stores and Bourke Street Mall.

^Apartments seeking nomination. Incentives are available for a limited time, subject to terms, conditions and eligibility criteria available at www.melbournequarter.com/live.

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For a limited time Lendlease is also offering no stamp duty for eligible buyers

What incentives are Lendlease offering investors at Melbourne Quarter?

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

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

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

You couldn't get a more Melbourne address – situated between Collins and Flinders Streets, right in the heart of Melbourne.

Recently we took a tour of the recently completed <a href="/buildings/east-tower-melbourne-quarter-628-flinders-street-docklands">East Tower at Melbourne Quarter</a> to check out the stunning apartments and resort-style amenities available for residents.&nbsp;

Watch our video of East Tower at Melbourne Quarter:

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<h2>MELBOURNE QUARTER AT A GLANCE</h2>

Developer:&nbsp;<a href="/developers/lendlease-development" target="_blank">Lendlease</a>

Architects:&nbsp;<a href="/architects/fk-australia" target="_blank">Fender Katsalidis</a>

Builder: <a href="/builders/lendlease-building" target="_blank">Lendlease</a>

Homes from:&nbsp;$458,000

Location:&nbsp;628 Flinders Street, Docklands VIC 3008

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East Tower is situated within the coveted ever-evolving community, Melbourne Quarter.&nbsp;

Featuring its own lush neighbourhood park, Melbourne Quarter revitalises the streetscape and provides an oasis for residents right in the heart of the city. And being located on Flinders Street in the Free Tram Zone and minutes from Melbourne’s key transport hub, Southern Cross Station – &nbsp;means you’ll have the unique opportunity to live, work and play, all within a 200-metre radius.&nbsp;

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The exclusive resident amenities are enviable – with the luxurious Club MQ akin to a lavish hotel. The resort-style facilities include a swimming pool complete with pool loungers, relaxing spa pools, a state-of-the-art 20 seat cinema for movie nights and even an opulent lobby with a convenient concierge service.&nbsp;

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Apartments feature European appliances, modern bathroom fittings and floor-to-ceiling glazing in each room, showcasing the city vistas. &nbsp;

A generous 50% of the precinct is dedicated to outdoor open space for residents, workers and visitors to enjoy upon completion. Residents at East Tower can now enjoy the newly opened Titree Park - located off Flinders Street with a sunny aspect and views towards the Melbourne CBD skyline.&nbsp;

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To learn more about the apartments available for sale, <a href="/buildings/east-tower-melbourne-quarter-628-flinders-street-docklands">request a call from a Lendlease sales consultant</a> via Urban today.

Olivia Round

Display Tour: East Tower at Melbourne Quarter by Lendlease in Melbourne, VIC

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Brand-new luxury apartments in Victoria don't have to break the bank with many residences suitable for first home buyers, investors or downsizers offered at an affordable price point. 

Urban takes a look at five new developments on the market under $400,000. 
 

1. Melbourne Quarter, Docklands 
Address: 628 Flinders Street, Docklands VIC 3008 
One-bedroom apartment from $458,000

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Lendlease’s Melbourne Quarter offers a collection of 719 one and two-bedroom apartments with an entry price of $458,000.

Designed by Fender Katsalidis, the project boasts a luxe lobby, concierge and exclusive access to three whole floors of resort-style amenities at Club MQ, such as a multi-use space, pool, theatrette and library.

For those who buy now, you can save thousands on stamp duty savings plus a blinds package, subject to eligibility criteria. 
 

2. Live City, Footscray 
Address: 124-188 Ballarat Road, Footscray VIC 3011 
Two-bedroom apartments from $460,000

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The new masterplanned community, Live City, comprises 208 residences spread across 14 floors, backed by developer R&amp;F Property Australia.

Set to deliver over 1,400 apartments across eight buildings, the project brings together a fully-integrated, mixed-use community that’s thriving with character and history.

Designed by Elenberg Fraser, each residence features floor-to-ceiling windows, contemporary interiors and an abundance of natural light. 
 

3. Omnia, Moorabbin 
Address: 4-6 Horscroft Place, Moorabbin VIC 3189 
One-bedroom apartments from $465,000

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Located in close proximity to Moorabbin train station and wonderful local community facilities, Omnia is the latest development by Shenfield Property.

Offers an exceptional selection of 40 residences in one, two and three-bedroom configurations, the development features park frontage, energy-efficient design and north-facing aspects.

Designed by Roger Brayshaw Architects and Aldona Padjak, the homes feature timeless sophistication, open-plan living and modern style. 
 

4. Melbourne Grand, Melbourne 
Address: 556-558 Lonsdale Street, Melbourne VIC 3000 
One-bedroom apartments from $489,000

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Winner of the HIA Victorian apartment complex of the year for 2020, the Melbourne Grand has its one-bedroom apartments starting from $489,000.

The 652-unit project, developed by Central Equity, offers generous living areas, ample storage and an entire floor dedicated to resort-style facilities.

Among its amenities include a fully-equipped boutique cinema, state-of-the-art gymnasium and swimming pool. 
 

5. Sky Garden, Glen Waverley 
Address: 227 Springvale Road, Glen Waverley VIC 3150 
One-bedroom apartments from $498,000

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Developed by Golden Age, Sky Garden is the latest mixed-use development in Melbourne’s Glen Waverley.

Featuring over 4,000 sqm of internal and external facilities, the development boasts incredible value at an entry price of just $498,000.

Its features include a sky garden, private cinema, gym, heated lap pool and private library.

Click here to view <a href="/news/vic/five-affordable-apartments-in-melbourne-under-400-000">five luxury apartments on the market in Melbourne for under $400,000</a>.
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Many residences in Victoria, suitable for first home buyers, investors or downsizers, can be secured at an affordable price

Five Melbourne apartments for first home buyers under $500,000

Melbourne Quarter is one of the most lavish completed&nbsp;developments located in the&nbsp;heart of&nbsp;Melbourne&rsquo;s vibrant CBD.

As we near the end of the First Home Buyer and HomeBuilder Grant,&nbsp;Urban have put together ten reasons why you might like to consider purchasing a&nbsp;home in&nbsp;the Melbourne Quarter development.&nbsp;

<h2>1. Developed by the Lendlease Group</h2>

The project&nbsp;is being developed by Lendlease, a multinational company headquartered in Sydney, with a&nbsp;very strong track record across Australia, Europe, the Americas and Asia.

They have won a number of awards&nbsp;across numerous Sydney and Melbourne projects and remain one of the&nbsp;most sustainable real estate funds in the world.

<h2>2. International design&nbsp;firm Fender Katsilidis have architected&nbsp;the building</h2>

Fender Katsalidis once a Melbourne-centric architectural practice, and now&nbsp;a highly awarded, multi-disciplinary international design firm is responsible for the architecture of this&nbsp;project among many others.&nbsp;

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They have their stamp on renowned&nbsp;developments such as&nbsp;Australia 108, Flinders Bank, Fulton Lane and High Society just to name a few.

<h2>3. Three whole floors of resort-style amenities. &nbsp;</h2>

The project includes a hotel-style lobby, concierge and exclusive access to Club MQ, which also means access to the three entire floors of resort-style amenities on offer.

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<h2>4. The Melbourne Quarter precinct</h2>

Melbourne Quarter offers residents more than just the one East Tower currently on offer. It is a sprawling&nbsp;2.5-hectare site dedicated to public open space, surely to be&nbsp;named Melbourne&rsquo;s greenest city precinct, with a mix of both retail and parkland on offer for residents.

<h2>5. $458,000 is below the Melbourne CBD&#39;s median apartment price</h2>

Home buyers can enjoy a one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment in the Melbourne Quarter for as low as $458,000, below the $490,000 median apartment value, calculated by realestate.com.au

<h2>6. Range of luxury residences&nbsp;available</h2>

Currently on offer in the Eastern Tower of the Melbourne Quarter&nbsp;is a collection of spacious one and&nbsp;two-bedroom architecturally designed apartments, with a range of price points from $458,000 all the way to a pricier $1,032,000.

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<h2>7. Located in the heart of the Melbourne CBD</h2>

Bordered by the renowned Collins and Flinders Streets, Melbourne Quarter offers residents the convenience of living in Melbourne&rsquo;s vibrant CBD at affordable prices for first home buyers or investors.

<h2>8. Nearby developments of a similar quality are more expensive</h2>

For example another development with top of the line amenities, R. Iconic has&nbsp;prices starting from $507,000, across their range of one, two and three bedroom suites.

Or the similarly lavish&nbsp;The Docklands Residences which&nbsp;sits atop a brand new 8-floor Marriott Hotel and offers a number of luxury amenities.

<h2>9. The Melbourne CBD will always be in demand</h2>

The Melbourne CBD has overall managed despite&nbsp;downturn predictions of the market and may have even seen price values grow if not for&nbsp;on and off state-wide lockdowns. In fact a number of economists are extremely optimistic Melbourne prices which are&nbsp;tipped to climb by 8 per cent this year followed by 10 per cent in 2022.

A number of economists predict the battle between banks for new customers and the successful rollout of the coronavirus vaccine may super-charge even the national property market.

<h2>10. Views from your future home</h2>

Many apartments in the&nbsp;Melbourne Quarter hold sweeping views across both the city and skyline.

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Learn more and <a href="/buildings/east-tower-melbourne-quarter-628-flinders-street-docklands">enquire with Urban&nbsp;about the Melbourne Quarter</a>.

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Melbourne Quarter luxury sky homes are continuing to receive steady buyer interest, with buyers purchasing 90% of properties released to the market within the first sales phase.

The impressive sales statistics could indicate an equally strong demand for human-centric design in today’s built environment.

Biophilic design is the creation of living spaces which enhance the quality of wellbeing of the building’s occupants. Wellness is often better facilitated through the integration of nature, having sensitivity to the requirements of residents/workers and an environmentally conscious approach to design.

Developer Lendlease has dedicated more than half of the Melbourne Quarter mixed-use precinct to green open space, with a vast majority available to be enjoyed by the public – including an elevated Sky Park, the first of its kind to be available for public use.

The goal was to blur the lines between built form and nature, which has been masterfully achieved by the talented landscape design team at Aspect Oculus.

Aspect Oculus have thoughtfully curated multiple green spaces, with stand-out features including:

<ul>
<li>Verdant green open spaces for public use</li>
	<li>Integrated nature within each building’s façade using trellis to create vertical planting</li>
	<li>All 40 storeys also feature large planter boxes, allowing residents to plant gardens</li>
</ul>
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<figcaption>Arial view of Melbourne Quarter featuring a prominent sky garden</figcaption></figure><h2>Melbourne Quarter apartments</h2>

Currently on offer is a range of one, two and three-bedroom contemporary homes, which feature a timeless, minimalist design and spacious living areas.

Residents will love the floor-to-ceiling joinery, with expansive views of the CBD and beyond, as well as the world-class on-site amenity.

Residents will be able to use Melbourne Quarter’s resort-style swimming pool, gymnasium, library, cinema, and more at the three-level luxury lifestyle centre, Club MQ.

<figure><a class="colorbox colorbox-insert-image" href="https://res.cloudinary.com/dz9xllyip/image/fetch/q_auto:good/https://s3-ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/www.urban.com.au/s3fs-public/pictures/article-images/melbourne-quarter-628-flinders-street-docklands-4664177c52acdede07fa0b567887c4ba.jpg" rel="gallery-all" title="Melbourne Quarter resort style swimming pool"><img alt="" class="image-article-full-width-580px" height="326" src="/s3/files/styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/melbourne-quarter-628-flinders-street-docklands-4664177c52acdede07fa0b567887c4ba.jpg?itok=zMyK8j04" title="Melbourne Quarter resort style swimming pool" width="580"></a>

<figcaption>Melbourne Quarter resort-style swimming pool</figcaption></figure><h2>Location selling points</h2>

Across the road from Southern Cross station and bordering Collins and Flinders Streets, Melbourne Quarter is excellent for those looking for walkable convenience.

With an outstanding walk score of 99 per cent and a transit score of 100 per cent, the development’s near-perfect rating is a considerable value-add. Also, its appointment among a thriving hub of progressive development could be another indication of a sound investment.

<h2>Deals available to buyers</h2>

Despite the competitive nature of this development, Lendlease has chosen to further entice buyers with a range of added financial benefits.

These include:

<ul>
<li>100% interest on deposit</li>
	<li>Local stamp duty + legal fee rebates</li>
	<li>Blinds packages</li>
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Apartments now 90% sold: Biophilic design a key contributor to Melbourne Quarter's sales success

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Developer Lendlease has announced that it has secured International Workplace Group’s (IWG) co-working brand, Spaces at its Melbourne Quarter precinct within Melbourne's Docklands urban regeneration project.

Spaces will occupy approximately 7,000 sqm of space across two buildings comprising, one floor within the recently completed One Melbourne Quarter, and upon completion, more than 4,000 sqm across two floors at Two Melbourne Quarter, currently under construction.

As part of their tenancies, Spaces will also utilise the business lounge facilities in each building’s lobby providing extensions of their workplace with members also having access to the precinct’s wi-fi enabled Sky Park.

<figure><a class="colorbox colorbox-insert-image" href="https://res.cloudinary.com/dz9xllyip/image/fetch/q_auto:good/https://s3-ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/www.urban.com.au/s3fs-public//pictures/article-images/mq_towers.jpg" rel="gallery-all" title="Spaces will be occupying 7000sqm across two buildings at Lendlease's Melbourne Quarter. Images: Lendlease"><img alt="" class="image-article-full-width-580px" height="404" src="/sites/urban.melbourne/files//styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/mq_towers.jpg?itok=bkdniqqz" title="Spaces will be occupying 7000sqm across two buildings at Lendlease's Melbourne Quarter. Images: Lendlease" width="580"></a>

<figcaption>Spaces will be occupying 7000sqm across two buildings at Lendlease's Melbourne Quarter. Images: Lendlease</figcaption></figure>Overall, Spaces will provide 700 flexible workstations when it moves into One Melbourne Quarter in May and Two Melbourne Quarter once it is complete in mid-2020. Space will join future Melbourne Quarter tenants AMP and EnergyAustralia,and Arup and Lendlease, who have already taken occupation of their respective workspaces within One Melbourne Quarter.

According to Spaces, its model allows customers to pay only for the space they need, scaling operations up or down to boost employee productivity in their choice of work environments.

Meanwhile, construction is continuing in earnest at Melbourne Quarter with Two Melbourne Quarter's floorplates and core now well above street level and the first panels of facade now installed on East Tower. 

<figure><a class="colorbox colorbox-insert-image" href="https://res.cloudinary.com/dz9xllyip/image/fetch/q_auto:good/https://s3-ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/www.urban.com.au/s3fs-public//pictures/article-images/tmq_construction_progress.jpg" rel="gallery-all" title="Construction progress at Melbourne Quarter. Images: Urban forum member redden"><img alt="" class="image-article-full-width-580px" height="216" src="/sites/urban.melbourne/files//styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/tmq_construction_progress.jpg?itok=4xDRYuIh" title="Construction progress at Melbourne Quarter. Images: Urban forum member redden" width="580"></a>

<figcaption>Construction progress at Melbourne Quarter. Images: Urban forum member redden</figcaption></figure><h2>What they say...</h2>

<blockquote>
Spaces’ presence at Melbourne Quarter will provide businesses with more adaptable and dynamic places to work. Lendlease is designing precincts with flexible workspaces that provide transport connectivity, outdoor green spaces and retail amenity in one location.

Spaces will introduce a broad range of organisations to Melbourne Quarter, presenting an exciting proposition for the precinct’s existing workforce and retailers.

- John Burton, Lendlease’s Managing Director, Urban Regeneration
</blockquote>

 

<blockquote>
There is a workspace revolution underway in Australia and businesses of all sizes are waking up to the strategic and financial benefits that flexible office space can provide.

This will be the fourth Spaces co-working centre located in Victoria and we are extremely excited to be located in the new Melbourne Quarter Precinct. This year, the growth of flexible working is predicted to rise across Australia, as more office-based activity is demanding greater choice and flexibility in the workplace, for businesses, organisations and their employees.

- Damien Sheehan, Head of IWG, Spaces parent company in Australia &amp; New Zealand
</blockquote>

 

 
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Lendlease welcomes co-working operator Spaces to Melbourne Quarter

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Lendlease officially opened the first stage of its $2.5b Melbourne Quarter mixed-use development this morning, with Minister for Planning Richard Wynne and Lendlease Group Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director Steve McCann on hand to open the group’s new Victorian home at One Melbourne Quarter.

Located within the Batmans Hill precinct of Docklands, One Melbourne Quarter is home to approximately 400 Lendlease employees who have relocated from three different office locations across Melbourne. Lendlease occupies levels four to six of the 13-storey building, the first commercial tower to be delivered in the 2.5 hectare Melbourne Quarter precinct on Collins Street.

A key feature of the development is the first phase of the precinct’s elevated Sky Park, characterised by a feature sculptural spiral staircase providing access to the park from Collins Street. The second phase will be delivered as part of the future Melbourne Quarter Tower commercial development.

The concept of the Sky Park was conceived by Denton Corker Marshall and developed in collaboration with ASPECT | OCULUS to improve health and well being. Based on principles of biophilic design, the elevated park comes complete with wifi and encourages workers to work outside and connect with nature.

<figure><a class="colorbox colorbox-insert-image" href="https://res.cloudinary.com/dz9xllyip/image/fetch/q_auto:good/https://s3-ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/www.urban.com.au/s3fs-public//pictures/article-images/2018_1melbqrtr_521_lowres.jpg" rel="gallery-all" title="One Melbourne Quarter is now complete. Image: Lendlease"><img alt="" class="image-article-full-width-580px" height="687" src="/sites/urban.melbourne/files//styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/2018_1melbqrtr_521_lowres.jpg?itok=Amuq3Xnw" title="One Melbourne Quarter is now complete. Image: Lendlease" width="580"></a>

<figcaption>One Melbourne Quarter is now complete. Image: Lendlease</figcaption></figure>Lendlease’s new office tenancy is based on the concept of team neighbourhoods of 15 – 20 employees. Allocated desks are eliminated and replaced with centralised team tables to promote a team based working culture and opportunities for immediate feedback, staff connectivity and collaboration. Employees are free to choose how and where they work. Each neighbourhood has a range of spaces including ‘working walls’ for visual communication, enclosed meeting pods with access to virtual technology, breakaway areas for collaboration and services such as IT help desks on each floor to support high performance.

The provision of a wellness hub reinforces the Lendlease's commitment to employee health and well being and offers discretionary nutrition options, wellness and lifestyle seminars, health checks and group training activities including yoga, pilates and bootcamp. Additional features include a dedicated event space, a high-tech immersion room, a social hub with a barista and interconnecting stairs across the three floors, promoting free movement and social connectivity.

2,500 workers will ultimately call One Melbourne Quarter home, with design and engineering firm Arup joining Lendlease in moving in, with AMP due to move in early next year. The building is targeting a 6 Star Green Star rating from the Green Building Council of Australia, a 5.5 star NABERS Energy tenancy rating and a WELL New Interiors Certification.

Meanwhile, work continues at pace on Lendlease's two construction sites within Melbourne Quarter - Two Melbourne Quarter and East Tower. Due for completion in mid-2020,  Two Melbourne Quarter will comprise 50,000 sqm of A-Grade commercial space with EnergyAustralia secured as the anchor tenant.

Melbourne Quarter has achieved a 6 Star Green Star Communities rating, showcasing world leadership in sustainability and upon completion 50 per cent of the Melbourne Quarter's development footprint will be dedicated to public open space. A central plaza and neighbourhood park designed by ASPECT | OCULUS, will join the already completed Sky Park.

<figure><a class="colorbox colorbox-insert-image" href="https://res.cloudinary.com/dz9xllyip/image/fetch/q_auto:good/https://s3-ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/www.urban.com.au/s3fs-public//pictures/article-images/melbourne_quarter-2018.10.06sm.jpg" rel="gallery-all" title="Construction continues at Melbourne Quarter. SkyscraperCity user: worzil"><img alt="" class="image-article-full-width-580px" height="435" src="/sites/urban.melbourne/files//styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/melbourne_quarter-2018.10.06sm.jpg?itok=QP5WcLFP" title="Construction continues at Melbourne Quarter. SkyscraperCity user: worzil" width="580"></a>

<figcaption>Construction continues at Melbourne Quarter. SkyscraperCity user: worzil</figcaption></figure><h2>What they say...</h2>

<blockquote>
One Melbourne Quarter is active demonstration of Lendlease’s integrated model – delivering a workplace that is owned by a Lendlease-managed fund, built by our building business, in a precinct transformed by our urban regeneration business. Bringing our Melbourne workforce together in one central location means we’ll be more accessible to our customers while championing excellence, wellbeing and innovation.

Based on the workplace strategies implemented at our global headquarters in Barangaroo, our new Melbourne location demonstrates greener and healthier ways of working. This creates a workplace that lives and breathes a culture of collaboration and purposeful interactions, providing employees with a sense of belonging. Moving into One Melbourne Quarter cements our bricks and mortar commitment to the precinct, while demonstrating our belief in our capacity to create the best places for our employees, customers, the environment and the community.

- Steve McCann, Lendlease Group Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director
</blockquote>

 

<blockquote>
The opening of Melbourne’s first Sky Park at Melbourne Quarter has brought an exciting new green public space to the city for residents, visitors and thousands of Victorians who work nearby. I want to congratulate Lendlease on its commitment to this bold project, which represents a long-term commercial and residential investment in the area.

The Melbourne Quarter precinct creates an important gateway, linking Docklands to the CBD, creating thousands of jobs for Victorians both during construction and once complete.This is a place where Melburnians will want to visit, live and work.

- Richard Wynne, Minister for Planning
</blockquote>

 

<figure><a class="colorbox colorbox-insert-image" href="https://res.cloudinary.com/dz9xllyip/image/fetch/q_auto:good/https://s3-ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/www.urban.com.au/s3fs-public//pictures/article-images/2018_1melbqrtr_102_lowres.jpg" rel="gallery-all" title="The feature spiral stair leads up to the Sky Park. Image: Lendlease"><img alt="" class="image-article-full-width-580px" height="387" src="/sites/urban.melbourne/files//styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/2018_1melbqrtr_102_lowres.jpg?itok=pjoGtwLh" title="The feature spiral stair leads up to the Sky Park. Image: Lendlease" width="580"></a>

<figcaption>The feature spiral stair leads up to the Sky Park. Image: Lendlease</figcaption></figure>
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Lendlease officially opens its new offices at One Melbourne Quarter 

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839 Collins Street, the last major commercial building within Lendlease's Victoria Harbour development at Docklands, has topped out.

The 21-storey building designed by architects Denton Corker Marshall, takes advantage of its location and orientation overlooking the Yarra River, to create a unique clear glass ‘river window’ façade.

At ground level, the glazed foyer opens up river views for pedestrians along Collins Street, with its primary façade comprising fine grain retail shop 'boxes'.

Boutique office units of 1,170 sqm occupy the first two floors of the Collins Street podium, with an accessible, landscaped roof terrace sitting above.

The 56,200 sqm GFA development accommodates 19 floors of office space in large, column-free floor plates of 2,000 sqm NLA - providing an open and flexible office plan.  

Upon completion in early 2019, ANZ will take occupation of 12 levels within 839 Collins Street as the building's anchor tenant directly opposite its existing world headquarters at 833 Collins Street.

With principles of sustainable design embodied throughout, 839 Collins Street is targeting a 5-Star Green Star, and a 4.5-Star NABERS energy rating, building on Victoria Harbour's green credentials.

The precinct boasts one of the highest concentration of Green Star-rated buildings in Australia. 

Additionally, Victoria Harbour has been recognised as an exemplar in master planning via its 6-Star Green Star Communities rating by the Green Building Council of Australia.

<blockquote>
The topping out of 839 Collins Street represents a significant milestone for Lendlease as it completes a total of 270,000 sqm of commercial space delivered in Victoria Harbour to date.

- Bill Alexandrakis, Lendlease General Manager for Building (Victoria)
</blockquote>

839 Collins Street follows the recent topping out of No.1 Collins Wharf, designed by Bates Smart, as development within Victoria Harbour begins to spread down the peninsula.

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<figcaption>No.1 Collins Wharf has also topped out. Image: Mark Baljak</figcaption></figure>Earlier this month, Lendlease submitted plans for the next stage of Collins Wharf - a dual-tower development of up to 30-storeys at 938 Collins Street, to be known as Collins Wharf 2 &amp; Collins Wharf 3.

According to <a href="https://www.theaustralian.com.au/business/property/lendlease-pushes-plans-for-barangaroo-timber-complex-docklands-units-project/news-story/90bffb2052582699f1f34e4b974757b5">The Australian</a>, the $292m project will comprise 639 apartments and 40 townhouse-style units, 592 car parking spaces and 331 bicycle spaces, and will target a five-star Green Star sustainability rating.

The buildings - designed by architects Warren and Mahoney - will include materials such as stone cladding, textured concrete, bronze metallic cladding and expansive double glazing.

Lead Image: Apartments.com.au forum member redden
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