A wave of investment, renewal and precinct growth continues to shape the northern edge of Macquarie Park, where daily life is supported by a rare combination of university activity, corporate employment, major retail, and expansive green corridors. It’s this convergence of amenity and connectivity underpins the setting for <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/urban-property-group">Urban Property Group</a>’s <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/la-vera-94-talavera-road-macquarie-park-nsw-2113">La Vera</a>, which has now topped out and is tracking toward completion in mid-2026.

Within this pocket of the precinct, residents move easily between the area’s key anchors. Macquarie Centre, home to more than 360 retailers, fresh food offerings, dining and entertainment, sits at the heart of local convenience and functions as a major transport interchange. The Metro, T1 rail line and extensive bus network place much of Sydney within quick reach, while surrounding arterial links support direct access to neighbouring districts.

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Green space remains a defining feature of the immediate environment. Lane Cove National Park stretches along the northern boundary of the precinct, offering bushland trails, cycling routes and quiet riverfront pockets. Shrimptons Creek and the campus grounds of Macquarie University extend these recreational networks, softening the urban setting and creating a daily connection to nature that informs the project’s architectural response.

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/cox-architecture">Cox Architecture</a> have shaped La Vera around these contrasts. The building’s northern elevation adopts an organic, curvilinear form that mirrors the natural topography of the national park. Three sculpted forms soften the tower’s profile and encourage a stronger transition between indoor living areas, balconies and the broader landscape.

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Cox Director Felipe Miranda says the building’s outlook played a central role in the design process.

“The vision for the project was to conceive a building that adopted an organic and curvilinear form to the northern portion that faces the Lane Cove National Park… The residents that reside in the northern portion of the building benefit by having beautifully crafted curved balconies that speak to the natural context and heighten the relationship of their internal living spaces to the external balconies,” Felipe Miranda of Cox Architecture said.

Toward the city-facing side, the design shifts to a more urban expression. A gridded facade and extensive glazing capture CBD views, creating a dual strategy that blends ecological outlooks with metropolitan orientation.

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La Vera delivers 169 residences across one- to four-bedroom layouts, reflecting the needs of young families, downsizers, first-home buyers and investors seeking long-term certainty within a high-amenity location. From the project, residents can walk to Macquarie University, Macquarie Hospital and nearby corporate offices, reach national park trails within minutes, and enjoy retail and dining without relying on a car.

The project is delivered by Urban Property Group, a 4.5-star iCIRT-rated developer-builder with more than three decades of experience. The company has become a leader in adopting 10-Year Latent Defects Insurance (LDI), first introduced on its Parq Bexley development and now embedded into its pipeline.

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La Vera is the first development in Macquarie Park approved to offer this 10-year LDI policy, adding another layer of protection for purchasers and reinforcing the transparency of the construction process.

Urban Property Group CEO Patrick Elias says this assurance has become increasingly important for buyers navigating the off-the-plan market.

“Consumers are a lot more weary and a lot more concerned in buying off the plan than they ever have been… Having LDI is a tool to portray the confidence that we have in our product, and a confidence we want buyers to share,” Urban Property Group CEO Patrick Elias said.

Urban Property Group's in-house construction team is forecasting a mid-2026 completion, with <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/project-marketer/home789">HOME789</a> appointed as the project marketer.

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Staff Writer

La Vera delivers a nature-connected address within Macquarie Park’s core

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

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

Joel Robinson

First look: Old Burleigh Road apartment development wave continues

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

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

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

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

Sky Garden

Golden Age&rsquo;s irregular initiative at its Sky Garden, Glen Waverley apartment project, which offers&nbsp;prospective&nbsp;buyers a chance to stay at the apartment for a few nights&nbsp;before committing to a purchase, has been met with keen interest and demand.

Potential buyers will be able to stay at&nbsp;one of six display residences, featuring a similar layout and/or aspect they are interested in purchasing and can stay for up to two nights.

Program manager Michael Tay secured a two-bedroom investment in the building after taking part in the initiative with his family.

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Tay felt that the &#39;Try Before You Buy&#39; offered a renter&rsquo;s point of view and consequently a more accurate representation of the Sky Garden lifestyle, which could only have been achieved through the in-person experience.&nbsp;

&ldquo;The Try Before You Buy initiative is very good, staying in the apartment overnight makes a big difference because you get a sense of the area in the evening, and what it is like to wake up there in the morning,&quot; Tay said.

&quot;There was no traffic or road noise during the night thanks to double glazed windows.

&ldquo;The initiative by Golden Age allowed us to experience life through the renter&rsquo;s perspective by living in the residence for a night, which is very different to just looking at a floor plan or taking a tour, as you do not get as good a sense of what you are buying,&rdquo; he added.

Residing in a styled residence also gave Tay and his family an accurate idea of available space.

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&ldquo;As the apartment is already furnished, you get a feel for what it is like to walk through the space, see the joinery and cabinetry, and how much of the space could be filled by your own furniture if you live there,&rdquo; he said.

Tay said that he was surprised by the high-level of amenity in the project.

&ldquo;I was surprised by how well maintained the amenities were, particularly the pool and sauna. The stay also gave me an idea of what the crowd is like at the gym on a Saturday morning, and how people use the facilities.&rdquo;

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The &lsquo;Try Before You Buy&rsquo; initiative provides vetted prospective buyers exclusive access to all amenities, including the swimming pool, gym, library and mahjong room, and booking privileges to the private dining room and movie theatre.

Golden Age Sales and Marketing Director Dandan Zhao said buyers are often hesitant to buy an apartment if they are conditioned to living in a house, but once they try it, it provides them a new perspective.

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&ldquo;We want everyone to experience the benefits of living in an apartment firsthand as we believe it will help break down any misconceptions they may have,&rdquo; she said.

Conveniently located below Sky Garden, The Glen features an array of 240 specialty retail stores and a fresh food market hall. Australia&rsquo;s largest air rights development to date was designed in collaboration with multi-award-winning architect Rothelowman, with interiors by DKO Architecture and landscaping by Aspect Studios.

Sky Garden highlights include a 4,000sqm outdoor podium garden complete with a relaxation zone, entertainment lounges, vegetable gardens, children&rsquo;s play area and outdoor fitness areas.

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The initiative offers potential buyers have access to one of six display residences featuring a similar layout and/or aspect they are interested in purchasing and can enjoy up to two nights stay in the residence. 



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Buyer snaps up Sky Garden, Glen Waverley apartments after ‘Try Before You Buy’ initiative

Residents have moved into the completed Glen Waverley apartment project Sky Garden.

The striking project was developed by&nbsp;Golden Age Group&nbsp;to a design by&nbsp;Rothelowman.

With buyers having moved in, Urban spoke to investors, Pushpendu and Manisha Gupta about their property buying journey, and what they love about Sky Garden.

The Wantirna locals purchased a two-bedroom, one-bathroom as an addition to their diversified portfolio of property investments.

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MK: How did you discover Sky Garden?&nbsp;

P&amp;M: We discovered it online and after a few calls, we met the team at The Glen display suite and took the process forward.&nbsp;

MK: What makes Sky Garden an attractive investment opportunity?&nbsp;

P&amp;M: The perfect combination of quality, amenities and the amazing location that is within top school and transport zones.

Sky Garden is located just above a very high footfall mall in the east, and that makes it an unbeatable location from an established retail market perspective.&nbsp;

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MK: How do the returns in Glen Waverley compare to investments you have in surrounding areas?&nbsp;

P&amp;M: Glen Waverley is sure to be strong in terms of return on investment as the Glen Waverley secondary and primary schools are among the top in the state and very well respected.

The fact that Glen Waverley is also an established blue-chip suburb with good demographics and retail options, makes it the most sought-after suburb in the East.&nbsp;

MK: Which apartment configuration did you opt for, and what led you to narrow down your decision to the apartment you purchased?&nbsp;

P&amp;M: We opted for a two-bed, one-bath option as it&rsquo;s the best configuration for investment returns and rental.&nbsp;

The apartment we bought is in a secluded part of the floor with close proximity to elevators, which lends itself to both privacy and convenience.&nbsp;

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MK: Were you already looking for a new property when you discovered Sky Garden?&nbsp;

P&amp;M: We had just started looking at investment purchases when we discovered Sky Garden. The options we were given, and the amazing sales experience, made us decide on this apartment without really looking at other properties.&nbsp;

MK: What made you decide to buy?&nbsp;

P&amp;M: The property gave us the right combination of quality construction, facilities and amenities in a top-notch location.&nbsp;

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The fantastic sales and after-sales experience from Golden Age was the most pleasant experience, which made us feel at ease and like we had everything covered.

A special mention goes to Ms Silvia Pan for the absolutely fantastic and friendly sales experience and her support. She gave us so much time, taking us through all the options, responding to our queries and providing the right advice.&nbsp;

MK: What do you love most about what Sky Garden has to offer residents?&nbsp;

P&amp;M:

<ul>
	<li>The fantastic retail shopping and culinary experience with The Glen just below the property.&nbsp;</li>
	<li>The quality of construction and the wholesome facilities for residents.</li>
	<li>The location &ndash; near top-notch schools and transport.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>

MK: Do you have any advice for budding investors?&nbsp;

P&amp;M: Would recommend budding investors look at location as the primary deciding factor &mdash; preferably proximity to top schools &mdash; as these locations will always be in rental demand.&nbsp;

Quality of construction and after-sales and property management support is also very critical to consider.

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Urban spoke to investors, Pushpendu and Manisha Gupta, about their property buying journey, and what they love about Sky Garden

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What investors are saying about their Sky Garden, Glen Waverley apartment purchase: Urban's buyer Q&A

Residents have moved in to the completed Glen Waverley apartment project Sky Garden.

The striking project was developed by Golden Age Group to a design by Rothelowman.

With buyers having moved in, Urban spoke to first home buyer Adam Feng about his property buying journey, and what he loves about Sky Garden.

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MK: How did you hear about Sky Garden and were you in the market for a new property at the time?

AF: I used to work at The Glen and would often see Sky Garden salespeople at the kiosk and display suite. At the time I didn&rsquo;t consider buying, but three years later after making enough money, I chose to buy at Sky Garden.

MK: What stood out to you about Sky Garden that assisted you in your decision to buy?

AF: The outdoor environment, especially the huge garden podium. I walk around it at least five times a week, if not every day.&nbsp;

Also, the lift goes directly to the lower ground floor, where The Glen is, so that&rsquo;s super convenient.

The soundproofing in my apartment is really effective. Even though I&rsquo;m facing Springvale Road which can be quite busy, the noise is completely blocked out.&nbsp;

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MK: What made you decide to buy off-the-plan rather than an existing dwelling?

AF: My apartment was new but already finished when I moved in.&nbsp;

MK: What do you love most about living at the development?

AF: I love the sauna and pool. Not many people use it at 7am, so when my girlfriend and I work out in the morning, we have the whole place to ourselves. We use it at least five times a week.&nbsp;

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MK: Is this your first property purchase? How did you find the due diligence research and purchase process?

AF: Yes, it&rsquo;s my first property purchase. I decided I wanted to buy at 18 and started saving, and settled at Sky Garden at the age of 20. The purchase process was good, my only recommendation would be to ensure you do enough research on your own personal financial situation before looking to buy.&nbsp;

MK: Which colour scheme did you choose for your apartment and how did you personalise your home?

AF: I chose my apartment for its lucky number (909A)&nbsp;over the colour scheme (which is light) and also for its view facing the bay and south side. We can see the police academy on top of the hill which is pretty cool.&nbsp;

Our one-bedroom apartment is perfect for my girlfriend and I, but we bought a sofa bed in case we have visitors. There is a large floor-to-ceiling window, which we have positioned my girlfriend&rsquo;s piano beside &mdash; that&rsquo;s probably the most creative thing we have done with the place.&nbsp;

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MK: Would you recommend living at a lifestyle precinct like Sky Garden? &nbsp;

AF: I would definitely recommend Sky Garden. Firstly because it&rsquo;s super convenient in terms of location and having The Glen right downstairs.&nbsp;

Secondly, the views are unobstructed as we&rsquo;re the tallest building in the area so when I look out my window there&rsquo;s nothing in the way, unlike the city.&nbsp;

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Urban spoke to first home buyer Adam Feng about his property buying journey

Why a first home buyer secured a Sky Garden, Glen Waverley apartment

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


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

If having a garden is important to you, then you'll love our latest display suite tour. As the name suggests, <a href="/buildings/sky-garden-235-springvale-road-glen-waverley" target="_blank">Sky Garden</a> is home to an impressive 4000 square metre garden podium with views spanning the city skyline.

Watch our video of Sky Garden:

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<h2>SKY GARDEN AT A GLANCE</h2>

Developer: <a href="/developers/golden-age-group" target="_blank">Golden Age Group</a>

Architects:&nbsp;<a href="/architects/rothelowman" target="_blank">Rothelowman</a>

Location:&nbsp;235 Springvale Road, Glen Waverley VIC 3150

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The amenities on offer at Sky Garden are extensive and carefully curated.

Wellness is a key focus, with a luxurious swimming pool, spa and sauna, bookable treatment rooms and a two level gymnasium. While lounge areas, mahjong rooms and an in-house cinema provide the perfect spaces to relax and socialise.

Outdoor zones are found throughout the development, with stunning views spanning the city skyline.

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Each Sky Garden living area prioritises the best views towards the city and Dandenong ranges. Interiors have been inspired by nature, with soft timber and stone, with floor-to-ceiling glazing letting in plenty of natural light.

All kitchens boast state-of-the-art fittings and bronze-tone tapware. Apartment bathrooms feature frameless showers and floating vanities.&nbsp;

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To learn more about the apartments available for sale, <a href="/buildings/sky-garden-235-springvale-road-glen-waverley" target="_blank">request a call from a Golden Age Group sales consultant</a> today via Urban.

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Olivia Round

Display Tour: Sky Garden by Golden Age Group in Glen Waverley, VIC

Golden Age have recently completed Sky Garden, the residential complex in&nbsp;Glen Waverley set above The Glen shopping centre.

The well-regarded architecture firm Rothelowman designed the three towers in south-east Melbourne.

Urban recently spoke to Joe, a renter at Sky Garden, and found out what it&#39;s like living in the development.

JR: What first drew you to Sky Garden?

Joe: I found it by accident while I was looking for somewhere to live. When I went through the website and saw the facilities I made an appointment to see it. As soon as I walked into the room I am sitting in right now, I absolutely fell in love with it.

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I thought it was magnificent. I looked out onto the garden, BBQ facilities and was taken down to look at the 25m pool, gym and enjoyed its location above a shopping centre.

I have doctors, dentists, clinics, shops and restaurants right downstairs &mdash; this all really appealed to me. I absolutely love it.

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JR: How long had you been searching for a property?

Joe: I was looking for a month. 

JR: Were you always looking for an apartment?

Joe: No, I initially had a townhouse in mind because it has its own garage.

I have a nice Audi so security was a big thing. But when I found this and saw that it has a storage cage, it ticked all the boxes for me.

JR: Why did you choose Glen Waverley? 

Joe: I walk to work, which is 15 minutes away, when I can so that appealed to me.&nbsp;I&rsquo;ve been working in Glen Waverley for the last 38 years.

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I also looked at Burwood and Notting Hill, but this one ticked all boxes, as it&rsquo;s so convenient and close to work.

JR: Did you have a set of criteria that the apartment had to meet? 

Joe: Not really. This has two bedrooms, two bathrooms, a good-sized living area and a lovely big balcony. The kitchen is a touch small, but ideal for me.

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Urban recently spoke to Joe, a renter at Sky Garden, and discussed what it's like living in the development


Resident insight: What it's like living in Glen Waverley's Sky Garden

Sky Garden is the recently completed residential complex located above The Glen shopping centre in Melbourne&#39;s Glen Waverley.

Golden Age wanted Rothelowman to create three distinctive buildings of three different characters, based of five natural elements.

Urban recently sat down with Rudy Darmawan, senior associate at Rothelowman, to discuss the project.

JR: What was the design brief for Sky Garden?

RD: The proposed development will be a key landmark for The Glen shopping centre and the greater Glen Waverley precinct.

A designated principal activity centre, Glen Waverley has the infrastructure and amenities necessary to support significant development in line with the planning objectives of the City of Monash.

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The proposed development is envisioned as a home for owner-occupiers attracted to the unique opportunities and lifestyle to be found in a vibrant, growing Glen Waverley.

JR: Was there a previous project in particular you took design inspiration from?

RD: The highly contextual response takes design cues from its surrounds.

The urban forms respond to their immediate surrounds, adjacent buildings and contextual boundaries through controlled urban gestures, setbacks and interfaces.

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The architecture is clean, contemporary, reflective and vibrant. Each tower draws inspiration from one of three natural elements: Gold, water and fire. The organic composition generates a calm, restrained outcome that contrasts with the varied,active landscapes and streetscapes of the surrounding precinct.

JR: What was the biggest challenge when conceiving the design of the building?

RD: The complex interfacing with the existing active shopping centre, and the compressed programme.

JR: What part of the project were you most looking forward to seeing when the development was completed?

RD: We believe the future evolution of our cities will see developers further embrace the untapped potential of projects like Sky Garden that integrate retail and entertainment precincts.

It means people can shop and be entertained right below their apartment. To live above projects, like The New Glen Shopping Centre, is an opportunity that very few people will come across in the short term.

From a design perspective, these are interesting developments. There is a lot of complexity in the design as the servicing, access and exits of various uses need to be separated. The success of this kind of project is contingent on the quality of the design and the convenience and value it offers. Consumers will make their choice based on these attributes.

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The collection of buildings is visually elevated above The New Glen Shopping Centre and is architecturally designed to be collegial, yet each possessing its distinct character; similarly detailed and distinguished by fluid forms, modulation and colours.

Each building has been expressed as a sculptural form that has evolved and been contextualised to hold a symbiotic relationship with the movement of the podium forms, context and greater retail precinct. This consideration extends to each of the ground floor entry lobbies, the design of which relates to the curvature and materiality of each corresponding tower.

The sculptural shapes of the buildings are designed to be appreciated when seen up close as well as from a distance. Their colours have been inspired by the changing hues of the sky.

The colours respond to the skyline, the sun rising in the Dandenongs to the east to the sun setting to the city in the west. The eastern-most tower is a burnished bronze, the western-most tower is a sunset blush and the central tower is an indigo blue, picking up on the sky during the day.

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The proposed development is envisioned as a home for owner-occupiers attracted to the unique opportunities and lifestyle to be found in a vibrant, growing Glen Waverley.



The design details: How Rothelowman designed Glen Waverley's Sky Garden

Sky Garden, the latest development by the diversified property group Golden Age, spans three towers across the new and improved The Glen shopping centre in Melbourne&#39;s Glen Waverley.

Rothelowman designed the three apartment buildings, soaring 12, 13 and 20 levels and home to more than 500&nbsp;one, two and three bedroom apartments,

The apartment development is part of the $430 million Glen redevelopment which completed construction in December 2020..

With over 240 stores, anchored by a new David Jones store and a Woolworths, The Glen provides residents with convenience at their door step.

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Sky Garden features over 4,000 square metres of internal and external facilities with one of the most impressive features unsurprisingly being the garden in the sky.

The Sky Garden has sun lounges, a bar and kitchen for entertaining, a kids playground, veggie gardens, large lawns with water features and private dining and seating sanctuaries to unwind. The Sky Garden is located above the podium levels linking each tower.

Other resident facilities include gaming rooms with mah-jong, billiards and chess, a private cinema and media rooms as well as an elegantly appointed library.

Beyond that is a fully equipped gymnasium, yoga studios, tai chi areas, a sauna, steam room and luxury heated lap pool.

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In a bid to support retailers following the extended lockdown Melbourne, residents of&nbsp;Golden Age Group&#39;s Sky Garden apartment development in Glen Waverley will have access to a resident-only rewards program.&nbsp;

The customised app gives residents a reward program for retail outlets in The Glen shopping plaza, located beneath the recently completed development designed by&nbsp;Rothelowman&nbsp;where 536 apartments sit across three towers.

Serviced by the Glen Waverley train line, it is 30 minutes from the CBD, opening residents and locals up to a plethora of entertainment, retail, cuisine, educational and employment opportunities.

There are less than 75 apartments left in the 536 apartment tower, with prices starting from $498,000 for one bedroom apartments and $668,000&nbsp;for two bedroom apartments. Three bedroom apartments are priced from $1,118,000.

Sky Garden, the latest development by the diversified property group Golden Age, spans three towers across the new and improved The Glen shopping centre

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Shop, study and relax all without leaving your front door at Golden Age's Sky Garden

Residents of Golden Age Group&#39;s Sky Garden apartment development in Glen Waverley will have access to a resident-only rewards program.&nbsp;

The concept was introduced upon settlement in a bid to support retailers following the extended lockdown Melbourne.

The customised app gives residents a reward program for retail outlets in The Glen shopping plaza, located beneath the recently completed development designed by Rothelowman where 536 apartments sit across three towers.

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The offers range between&nbsp;discounts at homeware&nbsp;stores to bulk-billed in-home clinic vists from the local medical clinic.

The Glen underwent a $430 million redevelopment&nbsp;in 2019 and now homes a mix of 240 shops and eateries.

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There are only around 75 apartments left in the 536 apartment tower, with prices starting from $498,000 for one bedroom apartments and $668,000&nbsp;for two bedroom apartments. Three bedroom apartments are priced from $1,118,000.

There&#39;s a 4,000 sqm private garden located above the plaza which features fitness and play areas, a bar, lounge and a dining space.

Residents will also have communal gaming rooms, private cinema and media rooms, a fully equipped gym, heated lap pool and a sauna and steam room.

Residents of Golden Age Group's Sky Garden apartment development in Glen Waverley will have access to a resident-only rewards program 



Glen Waverley's Sky Garden offering residents unique reward program

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Sky Garden, the latest development by the diversified property group Golden Age, spans three towers across the new and improved The Glen shopping centre in Melbourne's Glen Waverley.

Rothelowman designed the three apartment buildings, soaring 12, 13 and 20 levels and homing 555 one, two and three bedroom apartments,

The apartment development is part of the $430 million Glen redevelopment which completed construction in December 2020..

The apartments have a starting price of $520,000 and floor plans average between 60 and 140 sqm of space.

With over 240 stores, anchored by a new David Jones store and a Woolworths, The Glen provides residents with convenience at their door step.

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Sky Garden features over 4,000 square metres of internal and external facilities with one of the most impressive features unsurprisingly being the garden in the sky.

The sky garden has sun lounges, a bar and kitchen for entertaining, a kids playground, veggie gardens, large lawns with water features and private dining and seating sanctuaries to unwind. The sky garden is located above the podium levels linking each tower.

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Other resident facilities include gaming rooms with mah-jong, billiards and chess, a private cinema and media rooms as well as an elegantly appointed library.

Beyond that is a fully equipped gymnasium, yoga studios, tai chi areas, a sauna, steam room and luxury heated lap pool.

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Serviced by the Glen Waverley train line, it is 30 minutes from the CBD, opening residents and locals up to a plethora of entertainment, retail, cuisine, educational and employment opportunities.
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Rothelowman designed the three apartment buildings, soaring 12, 13 and 20 levels and homing 555 one, two and three bedroom apartments,



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