Melbourne developer Spacious Group has completed Voyage Altona, one of the closest new apartment developments to Altona Beach.

Off the plan purchasers have started moving into the 49-apartment project on Pier Street, with the remaining move-in-ready one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments starting from just over $500,000.

Display apartments have now been fitted out, allowing prospective buyers to inspect the completed residences by appointment.

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The completed apartments feature open-plan living and dining areas which extend onto private balconies and terraces, while full-height glazing maximises natural light throughout the interiors.&nbsp;

Hybrid timber-look flooring, stone benchtops, Miele appliances, porcelain-tiled bathrooms and generous storage feature throughout the building which also features landscaped communal areas, expansive shared terraces, lift access and secure on-grade parking.

Drawing inspiration from its bayside setting, Voyage adopts a restrained palette of warm neutral tones and textured finishes. Many of the apartments take advantage of views across Port Phillip Bay, while the indoor-outdoor living spaces have been designed to make the most of the coastal outlook.

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Voyage was developed to address what Spacious Group identified as an undersupply of higher-quality apartment product in Altona, with a focus on owner-occupiers looking to remain within the bayside community.

"Voyage responds to very strong local buyer demand for quality, owner-occupier-focused product," says Barry Plant Projects Director Jarrod Farey, who has handled sales since the project's launch.

"The project delivers an elevated lifestyle proposition, with its design and quality of finish far exceeding anything previously produced in the area, as well as its proximity to Pier Street Village and the beach."

The majority of purchasers have been local downsizers and owner-occupiers looking to stay within the Altona community but who previously had limited opportunities to buy a brand-new apartment.

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Spacious Group completes Voyage Altona in Altona's beachside precinct

Homecorp has secured approval for a $360 million apartment development at Budds Beach, paving the way for one of the Gold Coast's most amenity-rich residential projects to launch later this year.

Gold Coast City Council has approved Lýon Residences, a 32-level tower that will deliver 178 two and three-bedroom apartments across a prominent corner site at 8-10 Acacia Avenue and 25-27 Oak Avenue.

The approval comes as developers continue to invest in premium lifestyle-driven apartment projects on the Gold Coast, where owner occupiers are increasingly prioritising amenity as much as apartment size and location.

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/l-on-residences-25-27-oak-avenue-surfers-paradise-qld-4217">Lýon Residences</a> has been designed around a resort-style wellness offering, headlined by a Moroccan-inspired spa precinct featuring treatment rooms, a Nordic sauna and steam room, hot and cold plunge pools, a soaking pool and a residents-only juice bar.

The rooftop will include a heated infinity pool and spa, residents' lounge with private kitchen and bar, gymnasium, yoga and Pilates studio, outdoor entertaining areas and barbecue facilities overlooking the Surfers Paradise skyline.

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Homecorp Founder and CEO Ron Bakir said Budds Beach provided the ideal location for the company's latest luxury apartment project.

"Budds Beach represents one of the most unique and sought-after pockets of the Gold Coast, and Lýon Residences has been designed to reflect that sense of rarity and refinement," Bakir said.

The project arrives as wellness continues to become a defining feature of new residential developments both in Australia and internationally.

The latest Global Wellness Institute figures show wellness real estate remains the fastest-growing segment of the global wellness economy and is forecast to exceed $1.8 trillion by 2030. Australia continues to rank among the world's 15 largest wellness real estate markets, with developers increasingly integrating health, recreation and community facilities into apartment projects.

Queensland is also experiencing strong population growth, with the Gold Coast continuing to outperform many other Australian cities as demand for new housing remains elevated ahead of the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games.

Bakir said the project had been designed to respond to that shift in buyer expectations.

"Strong population growth and sustained demand across the Gold Coast continue to highlight the need for well-designed new housing supply. Lýon Residences responds directly to this demand while setting a new benchmark for residential living," he said.

Each apartment has been designed to maximise views across the coastline, the Nerang River and the Gold Coast hinterland.

Located just minutes from Surfers Paradise beach and the Broadwater, the development also offers easy access to the light rail network, Broadbeach and Burleigh Heads.

Early site works are underway, with construction expected to commence later this year.

Homecorp approved for Budds Beach apartment tower, Lýon Residences

New apartment developments with uninterrupted, north-facing views over Perth's Swan River are exceptionally rare.

Recognising just how limited those opportunities are, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/edge-visionary-living">Edge Visionary Living</a>, one of Perth's most respected builder-developers, targeted <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/applecross-wa-6153">Applecross</a>, assembling an unrepeatable 6,342 sqm riverfront site on the corner of Moreau Mews and Canning Beach Road to create one of Perth's only new north-facing apartment developments directly overlooking the Swan River.

Today, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/buildings/riviere-residences-applecross-59-canning-beach-road-applecross-wa-6153">Rivière Residences</a> offers buyers a unique opportunity to choose between completed residences ready to move into now and off-the-plan homes in the final stage, Rivière West.

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Across the completed East and Central buildings, residents are already enjoying the development's luxury amenity, while two of the precinct's hospitality venues are now open.

The completed component of the development gives buyers the advantage of experiencing the finished product firsthand, including its uninterrupted river views, while still having the opportunity to secure a residence in the final stage.

"People are wowed by the view and the quality of the apartments,"&nbsp;Edge Visionary Living Sales Executive, Holly McSweeney, says.

"They're looking for the convenience of lock-and-leave living, but they're not looking to downsize on quality."

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The rarity of the development hasn't been lost on prospective buyers, McSweeney says.

For McSweeney, it all comes back to a location that is becoming increasingly difficult to replicate.

"Location, location, location," she says. "We are nestled right on the front of the Swan River. You can never get built out, so wherever you are in Rivière Residences, you've got views of the river forever."

The unique waterfront position has resonated particularly strongly with local downsizers. McSweeney says many buyers are long-time Applecross residents looking to transition from large family homes into a luxury apartment without sacrificing space, quality or the lifestyle they've enjoyed for decades.

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A major focus for Edge in recent years has been resident amenity. Across its apartment portfolio, from beachfront developments in Scarborough to luxury towers in South Perth, the developer has increasingly invested in the spaces beyond the apartment itself.

The strategy has largely been shaped by downsizer demand. Many buyers are moving from large family homes with swimming pools and established gardens. While they're looking to leave the maintenance behind, they don't want to compromise on lifestyle.

At Rivière, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/hillam-architects">Hillam Architects</a> designed the resident facilities as an extension of each apartment. A 25-metre heated swimming pool takes advantage of the north-facing river outlook, complemented by a large gym, sauna and steam rooms, private dining spaces, residents' lounges, a cinema, games room, and dedicated wine and whisky rooms.

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The waterfront location has also proved to be a major drawcard. Residents are within walking distance of the Raffles Hotel, South of Perth Yacht Club, the Heathcote Cultural Precinct and the cafés, restaurants and boutiques along Ardross Street.

Beyond the location and amenity, McSweeney says many buyers take confidence from Edge's fully integrated development model.

Having delivered apartments across Perth for decades, Edge now designs, develops and constructs its projects in-house, giving the company greater control over quality, delivery and the finished product.

"What I love is when people walk through their apartment for the first time and say, 'This is better than what we imagined,'" McSweeney says. "We hear that all the time."

Completed apartments in the East and Central buildings are now available to inspect by appointment, while Rivière West, the final stage of the precinct, is expected to be completed in the first quarter of 2027.

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North-facing Swan River views drive demand at Rivière Residences in Applecross

Nearly 60 per cent of apartments at McNab Group's $220 million The Tannery development in Brisbane's West End have sold ahead of the project's public launch, including a suburb-record $2.57 million sale for a two-bedroom apartment.

The early sales campaign has secured buyers for 50 of the project's 87 apartments, highlighting continued demand for larger owner-occupier apartments that combine generous floorplans with premium lifestyle amenities in one of Brisbane's most tightly held inner-city suburbs.

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McNab Group Executive Chairman Michael McNab said selling more than half the project before launch reflected changing buyer expectations.

"Selling more than half the project before public sales open tells us buyers are actively seeking apartments that offer something genuinely different," McNab said.

"Today's buyers are looking beyond four walls. They want homes that genuinely enhance the way they live, with spaces that support health, connection and everyday wellbeing."

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A key point of difference for the project is the adaptive reuse of the heritage-listed Dixon's Tannery building, which will become The Retreat, a residents-only wellness precinct rather than being redeveloped into additional apartments.

The Retreat will feature a sauna and steam room, hot and cold plunge pools, a commercial-grade gym, Pilates studio, cinema, library, co-working spaces and private dining room. Rooftop amenities will include a swimming pool, landscaped gardens, outdoor entertaining areas and dog-friendly spaces.

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Designed by Cottee Parker Architects with interiors by Tom Mark Henry and landscape architecture by Aspect Studios, The Tannery comprises 87 two, three and four-bedroom apartments across 11 levels overlooking the Brisbane River.

Cottee Parker principal Dee Passenger said preserving the original tannery building had been central to the project's design.

"The easy option would have been to maximise the site's development potential with additional apartments. Instead, McNab has chosen to preserve the original tannery as a shared wellness retreat, ensuring this important piece of Brisbane's history remains at the heart of the community."

Passenger said sustainability also played a key role in the design, with materials from the original industrial site salvaged and repurposed throughout the development.

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Motiv CEO Carly Cottam said buyers had responded strongly to the combination of larger apartments, wellness facilities and the West End lifestyle.

"We are seeing more buyers looking for homes in the sky that provide the space and functionality of a traditional home, while benefiting from the convenience and lifestyle that apartment living brings," Cottam said.

She said purchasers included both owner occupiers and investors, with demand coming from local buyers as well as interstate purchasers.

Coinciding with the public launch, McNab also announced a partnership with Queensland Ballet, whose neighbouring Thomas Dixon Centre shares historical ties with the original Dixon family.

Located on a 4,465 sqm site at 439 Montague Road, The Tannery overlooks the Brisbane River and is around 10 minutes from the CBD.

Construction is underway, with completion expected in the second half of 2027.

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More than half of residences sold before public sales as McNab announces significant partnership with Queensland Ballet

McNab's The Tannery nears 60 per cent sold before public release, sets two-bedroom West End record

Iwan Sunito's vision for a landmark mixed-use precinct in Sydney's Inner West has taken a major step forward, with approval granted for the $1.9 billion Five Dock development first unveiled earlier this year.

The approved scheme by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/one-global-capital">One Global Capital</a> will deliver an 80,500 sqm mixed-use precinct comprising 840 apartments, integrated hotel accommodation, commercial and retail space, alongside publicly accessible open space designed to create a new destination for the growing suburb.

"This is a significant milestone for One Global Capital and for the future of housing delivery in Sydney," Sunito said.

"The Housing Delivery Authority was established to identify major housing projects capable of delivering meaningful supply more efficiently, and we are delighted that Spencer Street has been recognised as one of those projects.”

He said the declaration reflected the rapid progress achieved since acquiring control of the site.

"In less than seven months we have progressed from taking control of the site to securing entry into one of the NSW Government's most important planning pathways. It reflects the experience of our team, the strength of our consultant group led by Urbis, and our long-term commitment to delivering transformational projects that contribute to Sydney's future."

When the project was revealed earlier this year, Sunito described the opportunity as one of the strongest development sites he had worked on.

"I probably hadn't appreciated the uniqueness of the site until more recently when putting together the concept plans," Sunito said.

"The proximity to the water, and the golf course opposite, is unlike any other part of Parramatta Road. We have a unique position and view corridors over the water that makes this one of the best sites I've worked on."

The development has evolved since its initial announcement, with the approved plans increasing the residential component from the originally proposed 750 apartments to 840 homes while retaining the project's focus on creating an integrated neighbourhood rather than a standalone residential development.

Read more:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/news/nsw/a-city-within-a-city-iwan-sunito-flags-1-5-billion-mixed-use-precinct-in-five-dock">"A city within a city": Iwan Sunito flags $1.5 billion mixed-use precinct in Five Dock</a>

The precinct will combine apartments with hotel accommodation, commercial workplaces, retail offerings and public spaces, creating a mixed-use environment intended to serve both residents and the broader Five Dock community. The proposal also continues the collaboration between One Global Capital and internationally recognised architect <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/koichi-takada-architects">Koichi Takada</a>, whose previous work with Sunito includes Infinity, Arc and Skye North Sydney.

Takada previously said the design was driven by a philosophy of integrating nature into the built environment.

"The concept for this development is born from our design approach to naturalising architecture," Takada said.

"The public realm benefits from biophilic design that integrates generous landscaping, and the development is optimised for natural daylight, airflow and water views to foster wellbeing, sustainability and spaces that foster community interaction."

Sunito has consistently described the project as a "city within a city", with a strong emphasis on creating a destination that extends beyond housing.

"We want to create a development that's not only to be seen, but to be experienced by the whole local community," he said.

The approval comes as Five Dock continues its transformation ahead of the opening of the Sydney Metro West line, with the new Five Dock station set to significantly improve connections between the Inner West, Parramatta and the Sydney CBD.&nbsp;

The precinct will also benefit from its proximity to the Parramatta Road corridor, nearby waterfront parklands and established retail and dining offerings that have made Five Dock one of Sydney's most tightly held Inner West suburbs.

Iwan Sunito secures approval for $1.9 billion Five Dock mixed-use precinct

Southbank by Beulah

One of Australia’s most anticipated projects, STH BNK By Beulah, has again broken the record for Melbourne’s most expensive apartment ever sold.

The $38 million sale, a sub-penthouse located above level 75, topped the $35 million record set last year.

The full floor residence offers a customisable floor plan so the buyer, a transcontinental business owner, has the ability to individualise the design of the property to better suit their lifestyle.

The record breaking apartment is one of the highest in Melbourne and features a 360 degree view of the city, resort style concierge services and world class amenities.

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The project has been one of Australia’s fastest selling projects to date, with over $600m in sales achieved in as little as four months.

Other notable sales include two apartments worth in excess of $30 million, a sub-penthouse fetching $15 million, and a slew of apartments worth more than $10 million - all sold off the plan.

Beulah Managing Executive Director Adelene Teh said the latest sale is reflective of the growing demand for luxury apartments that offer the convenience of immediate proximity to Melbourne’s world class gardens and cultural landmarks, while simultaneously offering the luxury of hotel living within their home.

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“Purchasers have come from all walks of life, some are local families who want to create a truly special family home in a landmark project; one that is a city within a city and has everything you could need at your fingertips," Teh says.

"There are also local business owners and frequent travelers who live in different cities during different parts of the year while others are suburban/regional dwellers who are looking for a city location. Each of these full floor residences are customisable and that has been highly attractive to purchases.

“Despite a challenging market due to rising interest rates, the prestige market remains active - as we’ve seen with a number of record breaking sales recently - as these buyers often aren’t reliant on funding from the banks,” Teh added.

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Many purchasers continue to take advantage of the customisable ‘Tailored Living’ services by merging together multiple apartments into super-sized residences; the total number of apartments in STH BNK By Beulah will continue to decrease as a result of more tailored configurations.

In June it was announced STH BNK By Beulah will be home to the most comprehensive collection of amenities in any Australian skyscraper.

Residents will have access to STH BNK Concierge Services including housekeeping, shopping, childminding, and pet services, plus an on-call doctor, beauty and massages treatments.

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The FreshAir™ system developed together with world-leading engineers ARUP, will also protect against noxious fumes, bushfire smoke, disease transmission and moisture issues by removing contaminants from the outside air.

STH BNK will also offer resident access to the vibrant and comprehensive lifestyle podium; a wellness and culture precinct comprising premium retail, inspiring cultural events and engaging entertainment, community activities, childcare centre, outdoor gardens and rooftop spaces and a first-of-its-kind fleet of luxury vehicles including BMWs, Teslas, Porches and Range Rovers for residents to use at their convenience.

STH BNK By Beulah will also be home to Four Seasons Melbourne, as well as the country’s first innovative cultural centre for young people, overseen by the globally-revered Centre Pompidou.

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The record breaking apartment is one of the highest in Melbourne and features a 360 degree view of the city, resort style concierge services and world class amenities

STH BNK by Beulah breaks Melbourne apartment record, again

STH BNK By Beulah, one of the most anticipated development project in Melbourne for a number of years, has secured a record-breaking launch day, netting over $400m&nbsp;in sales, including Melbourne&rsquo;s most expensive apartment ever at $35 million.

Buyers flocked to the official launch on April 2,&nbsp;after Beulah received over 700 registrations throughout its expression of interest campaign, with buyers required to put down a $5,000 deposit to reserve their spot.

The $35 million sub-penthouse is now Melbourne&rsquo;s most expensive apartment to date, spanning 1,000 sqm across an entire floor and featuring double-height ceilings.

The buyer, whose identity remains confidential, is choosing to customise the apartment as part of STH BNK&rsquo;s Tailored Living offering with the number of bedrooms and baths yet to be confirmed.

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Beulah Managing Director Jiaheng Chan said the demand experienced on the first day of launch far exceeded any expectations, with buyers eager to own a slice of Australia&rsquo;s most talked-about project in Southbank.

&ldquo;We are overwhelmed by the support shown by the public who understand our vision for STH BNK By Beulah. We had all types of buyer demographics come through the sales suite on the weekend, from first home buyers through to families,&quot;&nbsp;Chan said.

&ldquo;The launch day was absolutely buzzing, we had buyers lining up, eager to be the first to choose their preferred apartment with many saying the opportunity to have the world at their feet was too good to pass up. We successfully sold out Stage 1 and had to bring forward Stage 2 to cater to buyer demand. They will have access to world-class amenities and offerings not yet explored in Australia, a mini-metropolis that truly is the next evolution of living.

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&ldquo;In addition, the quality and design are second to none, we have the best minds in architecture, biophilic design, wellness, retail, art and culture involved in this project; buyers were eager to capitalise on this never-to-be-repeated project.

&ldquo;To achieve a result like this off the back of the pandemic is unprecedented and is a huge vote of confidence in not only the project, but the Melbourne CBD.&rdquo;

The highest sales were the&nbsp;three-bedroom apartments, with prices starting from $1.56 million, followed by two-bedroom and one-bedroom, starting from $719,000 and $532,000. A number of purchasers bought multiple apartments within the Sky Rise collection with plans to amalgamate them to create sprawling apartments in the sky.

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A sculptural form composed of two twisting towers, STH BNK By Beulah comprises four distinct collections offering one-bedroom apartments through to five-bedroom sky homes.

The first collection, Garden Rise Residences, is set above the energy of the podium and provides the closest connection to the pulse of Southbank. With a particular focus on embracing earth and nature, residences within this collection feature timber joinery, natural textures and calm movement throughout.

Above this collection sits the High Rise Residences, a collection that celebrates all there is to love about Melbourne; grander city vistas, spacious floorplans and timber joinery complemented by mirrored range hoods to reflect the glittering city lights.

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The Sky Rise Collection crowns the Garden and High Rise Collections and celebrates living amongst the clouds, offering&nbsp;views of the city, the bay and the gardens.

Extra-large in size, the apartments feature walk-in wardrobes, a butlers pantry, and a&nbsp;sculptural kitchen island design inspired by the &lsquo;stacking&rsquo; terraces along the towers&rsquo; spine, the Sky Rise Residences are the most prized homes and provide exclusive access to the Sky Rise Residents&rsquo; Club.

STH BNK By Beulah will also feature a series of Hotel Private Residences, combining exceptional interior design with the highest level of residential services.

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The vertical garden that envelopes both towers acts as a natural control of daylight, shielding the apartments from direct sun during summer while maximising the natural light in winter, while residents will benefit from Beulah FreshAirTM - a bespoke centralised ventilation system that provides the freshest and cleanest air in any Australian residential skyscraper.

Residents will also benefit from a suite of resident-only amenities and offerings, including the recently announced STH BNK Auto Club, a first-of-its-kind fleet of luxury vehicles including BMWs, Teslas, Porches and Range Rovers for residents to use via a car-sharing model; a private Residents&rsquo; Club that offers resort-like amenities and services; neighbourhood &lsquo;pocket&rsquo; parks dotted throughout the towers to provide a place for residents to connect and unwind in nature, as well as STH BNK Concierge, where luxuries like housekeeping, shopping, childminding and beauty treatments are all taken care of.

STH BNK By Beulah will also be home to Four Seasons Hotel Melbourne, as well as the country&rsquo;s first innovative cultural centre for young people, overseen by the globally-revered Centre Pompidou.

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Beulah Managing Director Jiaheng Chan said the demand experienced on the first day of launch far exceeded any expectations, with buyers eager to own a slice of Australia’s most talked-about project

STH BNK by Beulah nets over $400m in sales at launch weekend

STH BNK By Beulah, one of Australia&rsquo;s most anticipated projects which is also to home&nbsp;the country&rsquo;s tallest tower, has unveiled the&nbsp;first glimpse of its Sky Rise&nbsp;Collection&nbsp;ahead of its official April 2 launch.

There will be four distinct collections in the two twisting towers, from one-bedroom apartments to the five-bedroom sky homes.

The first collection, Garden Rise Residences, is set above&nbsp;the podium and provides the closest connection to the pulse of Southbank. With a particular focus on embracing earth and nature, residences within this collection feature timber joinery and natural textures.

Above this collection sits the High Rise Residences, a collection that celebrates all there is to love about Melbourne; grander city vistas, spacious floorplans and timber joinery complimented by mirrored range hoods to reflect the glittering city lights.

The Sky Rise Collection crowns the Garden and High Rise Collections are located high above the clouds, offering extensive&nbsp;views of the city, the bay and the gardens. Extra-large in size, from opulent walk-in wardrobes, a butlers pantry, to a stunning sculptural kitchen island design inspired by the &lsquo;stacking&rsquo; terraces along the towers&rsquo; spine, the Sky Rise Residences are the most prized homes and provide exclusive access to the Sky Rise Residents&rsquo; Club.

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A kitchen in one of STH BNK by Beulah&#39;s Sky Rise Collection. Image supplied

STH BNK By Beulah will also feature a series of Hotel Private Residences, combining exceptional interior design with the highest level of residential services.

Philip Rowe, Director of Cox Architecture, said the firm brought a philosophy of healthy living and connections to nature to the design of all STH BNK By Beulah residences.

&ldquo;Our vision for STH BNK is for a collection of residences that provide a home of unparalleled luxury; a curated environment that is immersed in greenery and enveloped by views. A place with a strong connection to this unique place in Melbourne,&rdquo; he said.

Colour schemes and materials throughout are both timeless and highly versatile, reflecting the greenery of the gardens outside the windows while allowing purchasers to interchange between schemes to create a beautiful combination that is uniquely theirs.

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A bedroom in one of STH BNK by Beulah&#39;s penthouses. Image supplied

The iconic vertical garden that envelopes both towers acts as a natural control of daylight, shielding the apartments from direct sun during summer while maximising the natural light in winter, while residents will benefit from Beulah FreshAirTM - a bespoke centralised ventilation system that provides the freshest and cleanest air in any Australian residential skyscraper.

STH BNK By Beulah will also seek to achieve high sustainability benchmarks, including but not limited to the elimination of fossil fuel for a carbon-neutral future, and sourcing local materials to reduce waste and minimise the project&rsquo;s carbon footprint.

Beulah Executive Director Adelene Teh said the possibilities for homes within STH BNK By Beulah are endless, with buyers permitted to customise residences to create lavish homes within the sky.

&ldquo;A selection of our Sky Rise residences will be eligible for Tailored Living, where the possibilities of a custom-designed home truly are endless; think double height to triple height ceilings, five-bedrooms or more, infinity pools... anything is possible.

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A living area in one of STH BNK by Beulah&#39;s penthouses. Image supplied

&ldquo;Across our four distinct collections, we have created a range of residences to suit all buyer demographics; there is truly something for everyone.&rdquo;

Residents will also benefit from a suite of resident-only amenities and offerings, including the recently announced STH BNK Auto Club, a first-of-its-kind fleet of luxury vehicles including BMWs, Teslas, Porches and Range Rovers for residents to use via a car-sharing model; a private Residents&rsquo; Club that offers resort-like amenities and services; neighbourhood &lsquo;pocket&rsquo; parks dotted throughout the towers to provide a place for residents to connect and unwind in nature, as well as STH BNK Concierge, where luxuries like housekeeping, shopping, childminding and beauty treatments are all taken care of.

STH BNK By Beulah will also be home to Four Seasons Melbourne, as well as the country&rsquo;s first innovative cultural centre for young people, overseen by the globally-revered Centre Pompidou.

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A bathroom in one of STH BNK by Beulah&#39;s penthouses. Image supplied

In 2021, Beulah acquired the neighbouring site, home to Hanover House. The strategic corner location at 158 City Road has allowed Beulah to increase the footprint of STH BNK By Beulah to a total of 7,706sqm, ultimately creating a rare island site with four street frontages.

In addition, the extra site means more space between the two towers - over 45-metres - as well as an increased commercial offering of 50,000sqm, a 2,000sqm public park on Level 7 and increasing the Community Auditorium to 3,000 seats.

STH BNK By Beulah is currently accepting registrations of interest with the official project launch scheduled for Saturday, April 2.

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There will be four distinct collections in the two twisting towers, from one-bedroom apartments to the five-bedroom sky homes.



Beulah reveal Sky Rise Collection apartments at STH BNK by Beulah ahead of April launch

Residents within what will be Australia&rsquo;s tallest skyscraper, STH BNK By Beulah, will breathe in some of the freshest, healthiest and cleanest air in any Australian residential skyscraper, thanks to a bespoke centralised ventilation system that places an emphasis on health and wellbeing.

Designed primarily to optimise sleep quality and productivity, the system developed together with world-leading engineers ARUP, will also protect against noxious fumes, bushfire smoke, disease transmission and moisture issues by removing contaminants from the outside air.

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Fresh air is directly ducted to every STH BNK By Beulah apartment, while a full heat exchanger system recovers energy from the exhaust air stream to minimise energy consumption.

By constantly supplying fresh air and exhausting stale air, the oxygen content in each apartment is increased, resulting in up to 10 times less CO2 compared to apartments and houses where stale air is recirculated.

Beulah Managing Director Jiaheng Chen said with Beulah FreshAir&trade;, residents will feel like they&rsquo;re in the world&rsquo;s cleanest destination, constantly breathing the freshest unpolluted air at the most comfortable temperature &mdash; regardless of the conditions outside.

&ldquo;There&rsquo;s been a massive shift towards improving the ventilation and quality of air in buildings, mostly off the back of air-borne diseases, but Australians have also had to deal with unsafe air quality during our recent bushfire seasons,&quot; Chen said.

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&ldquo;Although Australia ranks incredibly well on a global scale in terms of air pollution, the Beulah FreshAir&trade; ventilation system will play a pivotal role in improving the health of residents in terms of sleep, productivity and overall well-being. If the past two years have taught us anything, it&rsquo;s that we are spending more time at home than ever before.&rdquo;

One of the towers in STH BNK By Beulah will become Australia&rsquo;s tallest building.&nbsp;There will be two towers at the&nbsp;City Road&nbsp;address, one rising 102 storeys, some&nbsp;366 metres in to the sky. There will be around 449 apartments across the two towers, as well as a hotel, commercial, and retail space.

The $2.7 billion mixed-use development, will also have its own Private Auto Club,&nbsp;Australia&rsquo;s first-of-its-kind Private Auto Club.

The STH BNK Auto Club will give residents the opportunity to use the fleet of luxury vehicles,&nbsp;from&nbsp;BMWs and Teslas to Porches and Range Rovers.

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A new bespoke centralised ventilation system that places emphasis on health and wellbeing will feature in STH BNK by Beulah apartments, designed primarily to optimise sleep quality and productivity.

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STH BNK by Beulah to provide the cleanest air in any Australian residential skyscraper

The $2.7 billion mixed-use development, STH BNK By Beulah in Melbourne&#39;s Southbank, is continuing to break ground as one of the mostly luxury offerings the city will have seen for a number of years.

STH BNK By Beulah is set to offer Australia&rsquo;s first-of-its-kind Private Auto Club for residents as car ownership declines.

The STH BNK Auto Club will see residents have the opportunity to use the fleet of luxury vehicles,&nbsp;from&nbsp;BMWs and Teslas to Porches and Range Rovers.

There will be 50 cars available to book, similar to a traditional&nbsp;car sharing model, with the added perks of an on-site team to clean, maintain and valet park cars, with chauffeur drivers available on request. Residents will be able to book a car via a mobile phone app or concierge.

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It&#39;s a response by Beulah to data from the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries which showed new car sales in Australia have been declining since 2017.

In April 2021, new car sales had plummeted 48.5 per cent year-on-year, the biggest decline in 30 years and the 25th consecutive month of plunging new car sales.

According to a 2019 RACV Survey, the cost of car ownership is 66 per cent more expensive than drivers realise, with the largest cost being the depreciation of the car, followed by loan repayments.

It is said that cars are motionless around 95 per cent of the time and in cities, this climbs to an average of 97 per cent.

<a href="/new-apartments/sth-bnk-by-beulah-southbank-60-southbank-boulevard-southbank">To keep up to date with the development and its launch, enquire here</a>

Beulah Managing Director Jiaheng Chan said the STH BNK Auto Club will assist residents in saving money, while also providing them with the luxury and accessibility a car affords.

&ldquo;STH BNK is centrally located and boasts a walk score of 98, meaning a car is not a necessity. By providing residents with access to the STH BNK Auto Club, they can still enjoy the luxuries and freedom a car offers without the associated costs of car ownership, and in the process, can experience a range of different cars - depending on their mood or needs.

&ldquo;This is just one of the many services residents will have access to at STH BNK as we look to cater to ever-evolving lifestyle choices, one that puts sustainability and technology front of mind,&rdquo; he said.

STH BNK Auto Club will offer three tiers of membership levels including Silver, Gold and Diamond, with each member of the program able to select a tier based on their needs and wants; silver being the most cost effective, while Diamond provides access to luxury cars and EVs. EVs will be progressively added to the fleet, with Beulah committed to a full EV fleet by 2030.

<a href="/new-apartments/sth-bnk-by-beulah-southbank-60-southbank-boulevard-southbank">To keep up to date with the development and its launch, enquire here</a>

There will be two towers at the City Road address, one rising 102 storeys to be Australia&#39;s tallest tower at 366 metres. There will be around 449 apartments across the two towers, as well as a hotel, commercial, and retail space.

Construction is set to get underway in mid-2022, with a 2027 completion date forecast.

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The STH BNK Auto Club will see residents have the opportunity to use the fleet of luxury vehicles, from BMWs and Teslas to Porches and Range Rovers

STH BNK By Beulah set for Australia's first shared Private Auto Club for residents

The multi-award-winning Melbourne property developer Beulah has secured its next mixed-use development site.

The developer, headed by managing director Jiaheng Chan, has secured a corner site in Prahran, paying $11.4 million for the 1,132 sqm site at&nbsp;&nbsp;182-194 Commercial Road, opposite the well known Prahran Market.

They have plans to activate the community through a sustainable mixed-use development.

The site, on the corner of Izett Street, comprises six adjoining addresses near the recently completed $60 million Prahran Square project.

On the block is a multi-tenanted 1,087 sqm building with potential for future retail activation.

<a href="/news/vic/check-out-beulahs-best-melbourne-residential-projects">Read more:&nbsp;Check out Beulah&#39;s best Melbourne residential projects</a>

Jiaheng Chan said the team is excited to be able to contribute to the urban streetscape of Prahran as it continues to gentrify and evolve over time.

&ldquo;Prahran is currently going through an exciting evolution that is seeing a new generation of businesses set up shop, from forward-thinking restaurants and lifestyle-focused hotel chains,&quot; Chan said.

&ldquo;We&rsquo;re looking forward to offering a product that will add immense value to this inner-city pocket and will complement the renowned Prahran Market via retail, dining and public amenity, coupled with a residential offering not yet explored in this area.

&ldquo;This site will complement our growing boutique portfolio, which sits alongside the other growing arm of our business and that is large-scale, urban renewal precincts, such as that in Southbank.&rdquo;

Beulah are developing STH Bnk by Beulah, a mixed-use development on the current BMW showroom site on Southbank&#39;s&nbsp;City Road. It will comprise nearly 500 apartments and around 390 hotel rooms, as well as retail and office space.

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Beulah also recently announced the imminent release of its newest and most innovative residential project, The Wilds. The development features a collection of 15 carbon-neutral homes designed by leading design firm, Edition Office.

&ldquo;The global changes experienced in 2020 saw consumers prioritising health, wellbeing and sustainability, which closely informed our approach to The Wilds.

&quot;Similarly, we intend to draw on this research and approach in creating a thoughtful, sustainable and wellness-inspired design for Prahran,&rdquo; Chan said.

They have plans to activate the community through a sustainable mixed-use development.



Beulah secure Prahran site for mixed-use development

Beulah has appointed the world renowned urban design practice Grant Associates and the international design practice ASPECT Studios to create the landscaping on their landmark Southbank development, STH BNK by Beulah. 
 
The development will be the first in Melbourne for the UK-based Grant Associates, who are most recognised for designing&nbsp;Singapore&#39;s well known Gardens by the Bay. They also handled the public area in the development of Barangaroo South in Sydney.

They&#39;ll&nbsp;be working with the Melbourne-based ASPECT Studios, who were the landscape architects for&nbsp;Prahran Square in Melbourne and Darling Square in Sydney.

The duo will join&nbsp;UNStudio, Cox Architecture and global design and engineer firm&nbsp;Arup, along with &lsquo;living infrastructure&rsquo; specialists Junglefy, in&nbsp;bringing to life the green spaces proposed in the winning concept from the 2018 Southbank by Beulah architecture competition.

&nbsp;The landscape design will be centred on the planted vertical facades and outdoor spaces that will create the world&rsquo;s tallest vertical garden, stretching from the street level to the top of both towers.

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Upon completion there will be&nbsp;the Future Sky Garden, an expansive conservatory space at the top of the tallest tower. Extended planted terraces will characterise the facing facades of the two towers as they twist towards each other.

The&nbsp;mixed-use development on the current BMW showroom site on Southbank&#39;s&nbsp;City Road will comprise nearly 500 apartments and around 390 hotel rooms, as well as retail and office space.

On Grant Associates&rsquo; appointment, Beulah Executive Director Adelene Teh said the practice&rsquo;s reputation, globally, is second to none.

&ldquo;Making considerations for the team on this project is a monumental task as this will be a world-class precinct for the city,&quot; Teh said.

&quot;Grant Associates were selected, not only because they are leaders in sustainable urban landscapes, but because they truly understood our vision of connecting people through nature. Through dynamic biophilic design, our vision is to redefine notions of retail co-creation, cultural possibilities, workplace innovation, the learning economy, sustainable living and urban belonging.&rdquo;

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Singapore Garden&#39;s by the Bay, landscaped by Grant Associates. Image:&nbsp;Patrick Bingham Hall

Teh said the Beulah team is also thrilled to have ASPECT Studios join the team, bringing their local and global experience, as well as their extensive knowledge of landscape architecture, urban design, and urban strategy.

&ldquo;It is about creating a sense of place and a signature location for Melbourne and Australia, which connects people and nature, as well as promoting a healthy city community and we know the ASPECT Studios team can help us achieve this.

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Grant Associates Director Keith French said the practice believe in combining the latest design technology and thinking about nature, an opportunity which Southbank by Beulah represents.

&ldquo;Southbank by Beulah is a pioneering project and delivering such a complex piece of integrated greening and place making in Melbourne is only possible through a collaborative approach and the collective efforts of many disciplines and specialists. We are really pleased to be working in close partnership with ASPECT Studios on this incredible project that brings nature and biophilic design to the forefront

ASPECT Studios&rsquo; Studio Director Matthew Mackay said they are looking forward to drawing on our experience of designing and delivering green infrastructure, biophilia and living architecture and pairing it with our local knowledge to provide a significant urban greening outcome for the city of Melbourne.

The development will be the first in Melbourne for the UK-based Grant Associates, who are most recognised for designing Singapore's well known Gardens by the Bay



Beulah appoint landscapers Grant Associates and ASPECT Studio for Southbank by Beulah apartment development

The Melbourne developer Beulah have quickly established themselves as one of the most sought-after developers in Melbourne by buyers.

Founded less than a decade ago by&nbsp;Jiaheng Chan and Adelene Teh, who currently serve as the company&#39;s managing director and executive director respectively, Beulah have grown from handling boutique projects to taking on higher density developments.

They recently began construction on their seventh residential development in the last few years, with their most exciting project, the $2 billion Southbank by Beulah, set to come.

Urban has taken a look at Beulah&#39;s current projects on the market.

1. Habitus South Melbourne

Address: 10-16 Boundary Street, South Melbourne VIC 3205

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There are just a few townhouses that remain in Beulah&#39;s&nbsp;South Melbourne development Habitus. The 27 completed townhomes have been designed by DKO Architecture and each stand four storeys high.

Each townhouse begins at ground level with a home-office and garage. The second level is dedicated to living space, while the remaining two floors include a bathroom, bedrooms, and more potential for living space. Crowning each townhome is a rooftop terrace.

The three bedroom townhomes start from $1,899,000.

2. Fawkner House

Address:&nbsp;146-150 Toorak Road West, South Yarra VIC 3141

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Fawkner House is one of Beulah&#39;s most high-end projects. Architect Rob Mills and landscape architect Paul Bangay collaborated the make the boutique Fawkner House, which only has nine apartments.&nbsp;

They are priced from $5,555,000.

3. Paragon

Address:&nbsp;318 Queen Street, Melbourne VIC 3000

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Paragon has been one&nbsp;of Beulah&#39;s largest projects, with 227 apartments across the 48-level mixed-use CBD tower, however density has been considered, with just four to six apartments per floor.

Fender Katsalidis designed the tower to maximise the city views. Paragon also incorporates a&nbsp;three storey high urban forest. It offers a wealth of botanical beauty featuring restful and regenerative places to unwind or entertain unlike anything&nbsp;Melbourne&nbsp;has experienced before.

Only two bedroom apartments are left and start from $668,800.

4. Provenance Camberwell

Address: 890 Toorak Road, Camberwell VIC 3124

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Beulah recently began construction on&nbsp;Provenance Camberwell, their boutique project of just 12 apartments designed by Elenberg Fraser.

Prices start from $1.25 million for the two&nbsp;bedroom apartments, with the four bedroom penthouses priced at $3.995 million.

5. Southbank by Beulah

Address: 118 City Road, Southbank VIC 3006

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Beulah&#39;s next project will see them create a mixed-use development on the current BMW showroom site on Southbank&#39;s City Road.

Southbank by Beulah, designed by Cox Architecture, introduces the &#39;vertical village&#39; concept, which supports The City of Melbourne&#39;s &#39;Future Melbourne 2026&#39; plan. The development will feature two twisting terraced forms called the &#39;Green Spine&#39; concept, which won awards in the global architecture competition.

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The Melbourne developer Beulah have quickly established themselves as one of the most sought-after developers in Melbourne

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The highly anticipated $2 billion dual tower skyscraper, <a href="/new-apartments/sth-bnk-by-beulah-southbank-60-southbank-boulevard-southbank">Southbank by Beulah</a>, has been awarded the seal of approval from Planning Minister Hon. Richard Wynne to commence construction next year.

It's a pivotal moment for the property industry and skyscraper enthusiasts across the country, who have waited almost a year to hear the verdict as to whether the landmark development would be gracing the Melbourne skyline anytime soon. In a time of social and economic disruption due to the current pandemic, the positive news couldn't have come at a more apt time.  

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<figcaption>Image supplied.</figcaption></figure><a href="/developers/beulah">Beulah International</a> Managing Director, Jiaheng Chan, acknowledged the financial strain the country is currently experiencing and hopes to reinvigorate the market once the new <a href="/new-apartments/southbank-vic-3006">Southbank</a> project is delivered. 

<blockquote>
"We would like to extend our sincere gratitude to both the Victorian Government and the City of Melbourne for their endorsement of Southbank by Beulah, which we hope will play a significant role in Melbourne's economic recovery over the coming years."
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Southbank by Beulah is likely to take five years to complete construction and will offer jobs to approximately 4,700 construction workers, via the provision of a $1 billion additional investment stimulus to the Melbourne construction industry. Once complete, the development also has scope to provide the Victorian workforce with around 3,250 jobs in the commercial, retail, entertainment, hospitality and child care sectors. These new job opportunities will, in turn, grow the Southbank working population by around 8%.

<blockquote>
"Southbank by Beulah will transform the way Melburnians work, live, learn, revitalise and play — it will set a global benchmark for an unprecedented lifestyle hub that caters to present and future generations and will assist in the future growth of Melbourne and its vision to become a truly global smart city."
</blockquote>

Jiaheng Chan, Beulah International Managing Director 

With plans to reach a staggering 365 metres tall, Southbank by Beulah is likely to claim the title of Australia's tallest building, overtaking Australia 108 which is due to top out early this year.

The collaborative design by Dutch firm <a href="/architects/unstudio">UNStudio</a> and local firm <a href="/architects/cox-architecture">Cox Architecture</a> will see the transformation of the existing BMW site, into a future-focused vertical village, spanning a total of 270,000 square metres of sought-after real estate. 

Each of the two towers feature a unique helix shape, which ensures each floor utilises the exceptional city views on offer. Colloquially referenced as the 'Green Spine', Southbank by Beulah dons striking vertical greenery, as well as a vibrant rooftop garden, encased in a canopy of alternating vertical and horizontal beams, which will protect the plants from the elements. The decision to include vertical greenery is not only visually striking and an environmentally conscious choice, but it also pays homage to Melbourne's title of The Garden City. 

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<figcaption>Image supplied.</figcaption></figure>As a mixed-use development, the buildings will also include a variety of designated zones such as:

<ul>
<li>Residential </li>
	<li>Commercial</li>
	<li>Arts and cultural spaces</li>
	<li>A 5-star resort</li>
	<li>A childcare centre</li>
	<li>Town hall</li>
	<li>Rooftop sky garden</li>
	<li>Public spaces</li>
	<li>Health and wellness precinct</li>
	<li>World-class retail</li>
</ul>
Congratulations to all involved in the project, we look forward to watching the progress take shape over the coming years. 

<div class="rtecenter">FURTHER READING</div>

<div class="rtecenter"><a href="/news/city-of-melbourne-unanimously-endorses-southbank-by-beulah-planning-application">City of Melbourne unanimously endorses Southbank by Beulah planning application</a></div>

<div class="rtecenter"><a href="/news/beulah-international-submits-planning-application-for-southbank-by-beulah">Beulah International submits planning application for Southbank by Beulah</a></div>
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Southbank by Beulah: State Government give Australia's tallest future skyscraper the green light to commence construction

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A major planning milestone was achieved last night when the City of Melbourne's Future Melbourne Committee unanimously backed the planning application for the Southbank by Beulah development - a proposal that if built would be Melbourne and Australia's next tallest building.

The UNS + Cox design was a result of one of Melbourne's most prominent design competitions to date and has been covered extensively here on Apartments.com.au. The planning application was lodged back in <a href="/news/beulah-international-submits-planning-application-for-southbank-by-beulah">August 2019</a>.

While the ultimate aye or nay is signed off by the Victorian Planning Minister - as the responsible authority for planning application of this scale, the City of Melbourne is a referral authority, and their endorsement will go a long way in helping the Minister make his decision.

There are some other planning hurdles to work through. Notably, aviation authorities are yet to sign off on the proposal as the East Tower's height - 365.1 metres - breaches the <a href="/news/aviation-impact-on-building-development-in-the-melbourne-cbd">PANS-OPS</a> controls for Southbank.

The FMC meeting noted that should aviation authorities reject the proposal as it stands, it is expected the east tower's height will likely be reduced by 11 metres in order to comply with aviation regulations government Essendon airport as they stand.

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<figcaption>Southbank by Beulah. Image: UNS/Cox, Beulah</figcaption></figure>341 one-bedroom apartments, 263 two-bedroom apartments, 146 three-bedroom apartments, 24 four-bedroom apartments and 15 penthouses will see the total apartments to 789 in the East tower. In terms of hotel rooms, there will be 202 and a further 120 hotel residences in the west tower, sending the total number of residential and hotel units over the 1000 mark.

The development will include just over 27,000 square metres of net leasable floor space for office uses. It will consist of over 32,000 square metres of gross lettable area for retail uses that includes food and drink premises and a supermarket.

A childcare centre will be present in the development which will take up 1,200 square metres of the net leasable area - enough space for 100 children. An exhibition centre (1438 square metres) and conservatory (1,758 square metres) are also included in the planning application.

The east tower, subject to aviation and Ministerial approval, will be 365.1 metres high over 102 levels.  The west tower will measure 250 metres across 59 levels.

For perspective, the west tower will be approximately the same height as the 80s-built Rialto Tower at 525 Collins Street. The east tower - subject to aviation approval - will be approximately 48 metres taller than Australia 108, the tower that is in the final stages of construction and the current tallest building in Melbourne.

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<figcaption>Southbank by Beulah. Image: UNS/Cox, Beulah</figcaption></figure>Councillor Rohan Leppert endorsed the application,

<blockquote>
"I think the thought that has gone into the ground plane and the multistory activation - with the public access not just to the ground floor but further up the fragmented podium, if you like - of the building is brilliantly well thought through."
</blockquote>

Lord Mayor Sally Cap highlighted the accessibility and pedestrian thoroughfare benefits of the proposal - especially as it will create a thoroughfare for pedestrians from City Road, through the site and Freshwater Place and the river.

<blockquote>
"I think that those sorts of ways of providing accessibility through what could otherwise be viewed as fortresses in the sky, are really important and they do add considerably [...] to the sense of vibrancy and human activity."
</blockquote>

The Lord Mayor also noted council officers recommended several conditions and that they are aimed at improving the outcomes for Southbank and the city while retaining the vision for the project.

To view the Committee's deliberations, you can check out <a href="https://www.melbourne.vic.gov.au/about-council/committees-meetings/meeting-archive/pages/Future-Melbourne-Committee-3-March-2020.aspx">this video</a> on the City of Melbourne's website, the Southbank by Beulah discussion starts at 32 minutes and 36 seconds into the video.
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