The residential transformation of St Kilda Road is set to continue into with more new apartment plans for the sought-after boulevard.

Wing Tai Asia has lodged plans for a major residential tower at 464-466 St Kilda Road, replacing the former VACC House with an 18-storey mixed-use development designed around a retained heritage podium and a sculpted contemporary tower.

The proposal, prepared under Victoria’s Significant Residential Development with Affordable Housing pathway, would deliver 325 apartments and ground-floor retail across the prominent 4,653 sqm boulevard site in Melbourne’s St Kilda Road North Precinct.

The project centres on the adaptive reuse of the site’s heritage-listed VACC Building, an eight-storey office designed by Bernard Evans that has occupied the address for decades. Planning documents state the development would involve “carefully dismantling and conserving off-site the original metal fabric of the podium visible from St Kilda Road,” before reinstating it as the defining frontage of the new scheme.

Above the restored podium, Wing Tai is proposing a curvilinear residential tower. The scheme includes 172 one-bedroom apartments, 63 two-bedroom apartments, 66 three-bedroom apartments, and 24 four-bedroom apartments, alongside two ground-floor food and beverage tenancies fronting St Kilda Road.

The tower has been designed with substantial articulation and variable setbacks to minimise perceived bulk and maintain view corridors along the boulevard. Urbis, which prepared the planning report, said the design “has been significantly articulated through a curvilinear design” with “an interplay with materials, façade expression and depth” to create visual separation and visual interest.

The proposal also includes 254 basement car spaces, landscaped pedestrian links connecting St Kilda Road and Queens Lane, and a biophilic landscape strategy featuring canopy trees, raised planters, cascading greenery and a glass oculus pool overlooking the eastern frontage.

Planning documents confirm the $270.1 million development will contribute 3 per cent of project costs to the Social Housing Growth Fund as part of the application process.

Wing Tai acquired the St Kilda Road property in 2018 alongside Abacus Property Group for $95.38 million, before later consolidating ownership of the site. The property previously served as the Victorian Automobile Chamber of Commerce headquarters for around 60 years.

The transformation of the St Kilda Rd boulevard is already beginning to materialise, with a number of high-profile projects recently completed, launched, or approaching launch as developers continue to back the long-term appeal of the precinct.

Among the most notable recent completions is Louise by Samuel Property Group, just off the strip on Queens Lane, the same pocket Hirsch &amp; Faigen recently launched The Queensbury. Mirvac is too on the same street with The Albertine, which is approaching completion.

Dexus recently secured approval for its slice of St Kilda Road, while Gurner also has approved plans for the precinct.

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Wing Tai unveils 325-apartment St Kilda Road tower on former VACC House site

Malaysian developer <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/s-p-setia">SP Setia</a> is the latest to jump into St Leonards booming Transport Oriented Development precinct.

The developer, which has previously delivered Sapphire by the Gardens apartment development in Melbourne, identified the Atchison Street site in 2023. It filed a Scoping Report around 12 months ago, and now has revealed the designs for the new&nbsp;40-storey mixed-use tower.

The State Significant Development Application covers <a href="https://next-portal.urban.com.au/projects/14650/summary">20-22 Atchison Street</a>, a 1,374 sqm site positioned between St Leonards Station and the new Crows Nest Metro station.

Designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/cox-architecture">COX Architecture</a>, the project would deliver 181 apartments, above a four-storey commercial podium, five basement levels, and new public domain works along Mitchell Street. The apartment mix comprises 35 one-bedroom apartments, 39 one-bedroom-plus-study apartments, 85 two-bedroom apartments, and 22 three-bedroom residences.

The proposal has been lodged as a shop-top housing development under the NSW Government’s TOD planning pathway, which allows increased density around key transport infrastructure. The site sits within the recently rezoned Crows Nest Accelerated TOD Precinct.

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SP Setia acquired the Atchison Street site as part of its continued expansion into the Australian apartment market. In comments made to City &amp; Country (The Edge Malaysia) in 2023, SP Setia President and CEO Datuk Choong Kai Wai described the acquisition as “a strategic move” aligned with the group’s post-pandemic market recovery strategy.

“Our target for this exceptional development is local and overseas buyers, including first-home buyers, downsizers and investors,” Choong said.

The tower has been designed as a slender vertical form rising from a mixed-use podium, with COX Architecture positioning the development as a response to the evolving St Leonards and Crows Nest skyline.

“The purpose of the project is to facilitate the delivery of high-quality housing at a strategically located site and deliver a built tower outcome that is consistent with the desired future character of St Leonards and aligns with the TOD controls,” the design report stated.

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The podium would incorporate retail uses fronting Atchison Street, commercial tenancies, landscaped communal areas, and pedestrian improvements along Mitchell Street. Vehicle access and loading would be consolidated via Atchison Lane.

Residents would have access to more than 665 sqm of communal indoor and outdoor spaces, while the development proposes 96 parking spaces across five basement levels.

The proposal also includes a commitment for 10 per cent of residential floor space to be allocated toward affordable housing through a monetary contribution.

COX said the tower form responds directly to the emerging high-density character of the precinct while seeking to maximise solar access, cross ventilation, and outlook from apartments.

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“The building is orientated towards north,” the Apartment Design Guide compliance report noted, adding that the tower’s slim form was driven by the constrained inner-urban site dimensions.

The design also incorporates landscaped setbacks and communal open space at podium level, intended to soften the interface with surrounding streets and improve pedestrian amenity.

The project adds to a growing wave of redevelopment proposals reshaping St Leonards and Crows Nest following the opening of the Sydney Metro City line and the NSW Government’s push for higher-density housing around major transport nodes.

Last week Stockland filed plans just down the road. They want to build a <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/601-pacific-highway-st-leonards-nsw-2065">52-storey tower on Pacific Highway</a>.

Read more:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/news/nsw/first-look-stockland-plans-52-storey-538-apartment-st-leonards-tower">First look: Stockland plans 52-storey, 538-apartment St Leonards tower&nbsp;</a>

First look: SP Setia targets St Leonards skyline with 40-storey TOD tower

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/urban-property-group">Urban Property Group</a> has revealed plans for a new mixed-use tower at 10 Dangar Street, Wickham, advancing a proposal that would reshape the southern gateway to Newcastle’s city centre with one of the city’s tallest residential buildings.

The State Significant Development proposal, now on exhibition, seeks approval for a <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/bowline-10-dangar-street-wickham-nsw-2293">43-storey tower</a> immediately adjacent to the Newcastle Interchange. The project would deliver around 200 apartments, including 42 affordable housing dwellings, alongside 99 co-living units, a 171-room hotel, retail space, and new public domain integrated through the site.

The scheme marks a significant escalation of plans previously approved for the site. Urban Property Group took over the prominent 2,904 sqm parcel, where excavation and demolition had already commenced under an earlier consent for a 14-storey mixed-use development.

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Designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/sjb-architects">SJB</a>, the tower has been conceived as a landmark transit-oriented development anchored to the Newcastle Interchange precinct. The proposal includes 245 build-to-sell apartments across a mix of one, two, and three-bedroom residences, as well as two penthouses. Fifteen apartments and one operational unit are earmarked for NDIS housing. The co-living component would add a further 99 units, while the podium would accommodate retail uses and hotel facilities.

SJB said the site presents “a valuable opportunity to anchor the precinct by setting the standard for design, active ground planes and character at the key southern gateway.”

The architecture responds directly to the site’s position beside major transport infrastructure and within one of Newcastle’s fastest-evolving urban renewal precincts. The tower form sits above a sculpted podium designed to frame new public spaces, including a through-site pedestrian link connecting Station Street to Hannell Street, landscaped plazas, and activated retail edges.

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The design report describes the project as part of the broader transition of Wickham into “a vibrant, high-quality mixed-use urban precinct” that leverages proximity to the station, open space, and regional connectivity.

A detailed public art strategy has also been prepared for the development. The strategy positions the project as “a transit-oriented development of state significance at the gateway to Newcastle’s city centre” and outlines a series of integrated artworks responding to Newcastle’s industrial and transport heritage.

Creative Road’s curatorial framework for the project, titled Unveil, draws on “stratified surfaces, carved volumes, and light-filled apertures” while referencing Newcastle’s transformation from an industrial city into a contemporary education and technology hub.

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The proposal is being advanced through the NSW Housing Delivery Authority pathway after being declared State Significant Development in June 2025. The accompanying scoping report states the development aims to “maximise the site’s proximity to the Newcastle Interchange by delivering transit-oriented development” while increasing housing supply and affordable housing provision within the Newcastle LGA.

Urban Property Group’s plans align with the long-term strategic vision established under the Wickham Master Plan, which identified the interchange precinct as suitable for substantial uplift in height and density. The current proposal would significantly intensify that vision, positioning the tower among the tallest developments proposed for Newcastle.

The site sits immediately north of the Newcastle Interchange, bounded by Dangar Street, Hannell Street, and Charles Street. It is surrounded by a rapidly growing cluster of residential towers and mixed-use projects that have emerged following the completion of the light rail and transport interchange.

First look: Urban Property Group unveils Newcastle’s latest tower at Wickham interchange

Bottega House has completed settlement of a landmark riverfront site in Macquarie Street, St Lucia, representing its first major Brisbane development.&nbsp;

Positioned on the banks of the Brisbane River, the <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/180-macquarie-street-st-lucia-qld-4067">premium site at 180 Macquarie Street</a> features uninterrupted river frontage in one of Brisbane’s most tightly held residential precincts.&nbsp;

The proposed development, currently under assessment with Brisbane City Council, has been designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/plus-studio">Plus Studio</a> with interiors by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/interior-designers/mim-design">Mim Design</a> and will deliver a boutique collection of premium residences positioned specifically for owner occupiers and downsizers.&nbsp;

The residences are set to redefine luxury apartment living in the area, with a focus on architectural quality, refined finishes, landscape integration and elevated amenities including curated wellness facilities, resort-style pools and recreation spaces rarely seen in the local market.&nbsp;

Exclusive sales for the project will be led by Keenan &amp; Byrne, ahead of an anticipated launch later this year.&nbsp;

Bottega House Managing Director Nick Malloch said the project reflects the group’s ambition to deliver a highly curated residential offering within one of Brisbane’s most tightly held precincts.&nbsp;

“This is an incredibly rare riverfront opportunity and one we have approached with a long-term perspective,” Malloch said.&nbsp;

“Our vision from the outset was to create a boutique collection of residences that feel more like private homes than traditional apartments, with generous proportions, refined finishes and exceptional amenity throughout."

Malloch says there is a&nbsp;lack of premium owner-occupier stock of this quality in the market, particularly for downsizers wanting space, privacy and a true lifestyle offering without compromise.&nbsp;

"Demand is expected to be strong given the scarcity of premium riverfront opportunities of this nature within Brisbane’s inner-west."&nbsp;

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The arrival of the first piling rig officially marks the commencement of construction at SIERA’s new beachside apartment development, Exhale, in Northcliffe.

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/exhale-surfers-paradise-8-enderley-avenue-surfers-paradise-qld-4217">Exhale</a>, a glass-encased tower featuring 54 large-scale apartments at 8 Enderley Avenue, is SIERA’s third Gold Coast development. It follows the recently completed PIPIS Bilinga beachfront project, which achieved suburb-record prices, and the soon-to-be-completed Chevron Island development, Tapestry.

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<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/siera">SIERA</a> Founder and Managing Director Brent Thompson said the arrival of the piling rig represented a significant milestone for the development, which is scheduled for completion in late 2028.

Over the next month, around 260 piles are expected to be installed as work progresses on the basement structure. The building is anticipated to rise above ground level early next year, before unveiling its sculptural glass curtain wall, developed in collaboration with specialist façade engineers.

“The façade was designed to maximise panoramic coastal views while creating a distinctive architectural identity,” Thompson said.

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Designed by BDA Architecture, Exhale will comprise just 54 two- and three-bedroom residences across 26 levels, a level of low-density living rarely delivered in this beachside pocket between Surfers Paradise and Broadbeach.

The project has been conceived as a resident-only building, with no short-stay accommodation permitted. SIERA says the model is intended to appeal to long-term owner-occupiers rather than transient holiday demand.

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Residences have been designed with large-format layouts and expansive glazing, with most apartments featuring more than 30 metres of glass frontage to maximise natural light and ocean views.

The amenity offering spans two levels and centres on wellness and lifestyle, including a heated magnesium pool, sauna, yoga and Pilates studio, gymnasium, private dining facilities, cinema lounge, and dedicated surfcraft storage.

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More than half of the apartments have already sold. SIERA has also opened a sales gallery for Exhale at its Chevron Island commercial premises, near its Tapestry tower and the site of its second Chevron Island apartment development, which is slated to launch in early 2027.
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A modern office/showroom space, in the middle of Melbourne’s most popular beachside suburb of St Kilda, is being marketed by Teska Carson.
The 35 Wellington Street property comprises a 69 square metre ground floor space which is part of a newly completed, three-level apartment development designed by Bruce Henderson Architects.
According to marketing agent, Teska Carson Director George Takis, the property offers an exciting opportunity for investors or owner occupiers.
“This is a prized bayside location offering all essential amenities for its growing business and residential communities as well as close proximity to Melbourne CBD.”
“The immediate area is experiencing continuous growth including a range of high profile residential/mixed use projects within close proximity which provide an excellent metric for rental and capital growth in the years to come,’’ Mr Takis said.
He said he expected the property to attract significant interest from owner-occupiers.
The property is being sold with vacant possession.
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A Hong Kong investor has bought two prime retail shops across from Luna Park in St Kilda.
He paid $2 million for <a href="https://www.commercialrealestate.com.au/property/4-shakespeare-grove-st-kilda-vic-3182-2015820349" target="_blank">4 Shakespeare Grove</a>, occupied by Bay City Burrito.
It was the bigger of the two spaces at 149 sqm. Bay City Burrito recently signed a 5+5+5 year lease at $118,660 per annum with three per cent annual rental increases.
The smaller 89 sqm retail space, <a href="https://www.commercialrealestate.com.au/property/5-6-shakespeare-grove-st-kilda-vic-3182-2015820350" target="_blank">5 and 6 Shakespeare Grove</a>, is currently the home of Japenese restaurant Gyoza King. That cost $1.45 million.
Gyoza King have a 5+5 year lease since December 2018. They pay $82,400 per annum, also with three per cent annual rental increases.
Both spaces are located just 50 metres from the premium Acland Street retail strip.
Savills agents Nick Peden, Mark Stafford, and Dorothy He negotiated the deals viatwo swift private sale campaigns, achieving tight yields and building rates of $13,423 and $16,292 per sq m. 
Peden said both local and offshore investors were drawn to the properties due to the high quality tenants and renowned location.
“Ultimately these two prime retail investments offered the buyers significant confidence, and highlight the strong buyer demand we are experiencing for revenue generating property.” 
“As interest rates continue at record lows, more and more people are looking to property investment for their savings, making these affordable investments highly sought after in the current market.” 
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Hong Kong investor buys adjoining prime St Kilda retail spaces

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Channel Nine is selling two empty shell apartments in the Gatwick Hotel, the site of the 2018 series of The Block.
Both stripped two-bedroom units are on the ground floor.
They are for sale with proposed floor plans.
The smaller of the two, apartment G01, has 128 square metres of floor space.
It has price expectations of about $800,000.
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Neighbouring G02 is bigger, with 138 square metres of floor space along with a 46-metre outdoor area.
It has price expectations of $900,000.
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The former boarding house, built in 1937, had previously belonged to sisters Rose Banks and Yvette Kelly.
They used it to provide accommodation for needy residents, however after developing its “hotel hell” reputation, they sold the building to Channel 9 in 2017 for $10 million.
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St Kilda’s median apartment price is $512,000, while the median house price is $1.32 million.
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St Kilda’s former Greyhound Hotel razed site has been listed for November 22 auction.
CBRE has been appointed by failed developer Steller’s receiver KordaMentha.
Steller bought the 911sq m corner site at 1 Brighton Road for $7.5 million in 2017.
It has three street frontages with permit approval for a seven-level building with 34 apartments and three shops.
Set opposite St Kilda Town Hall, CBRE’s Mark Wizen told the Herald Sun he expected to attract offers “in excess of $5 million”.
The 163-year-old pub was demolished despite a bid for heritage protection.
Its Art Deco-style facade which was built over the original in the 1930s disqualified the venue from heritage listing.
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<a href="/developers/the-shakespeare-group">Shakespeare Group’s</a> $150 million triple-tower development, <a href="/buildings/st-boulevard-601-st-kilda-road-melbourne">St Boulevard</a> in St Kilda has topped out and is quickly approaching its anticipated completion of Magnolia, Ginko and Anaca buildings early next year.

As one of the largest <a href="/new-apartments">multi-residential developments</a> to hit the market in the St Kilda area, the development team have been humbled by the impressive sales statistics, proving that despite the turbulent off-the-plan market, buyers are discerning when it comes to quality, luxury developments.

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<figcaption>Credit: The Shakespeare Group</figcaption></figure>The 7,300 square metre development features 419 one, two, three-bedroom apartments, with a range of luxury penthouses that span entire floorplates. The opulent Elenberg Fraser-designed development is currently 90% sold, with a new influx of buyers showing interest once the buildings have reached their peak height.

Colliers International Director, Brett Griffith explains that a new buying trend has shown many buyers are leaning towards making their purchase at the final phase of development when they can see the physical building they will be buying into and can move into their new home sooner.

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“We are seeing a trend towards final phase purchasing, where buyers have done their due diligence on the finance and are ready to move in within the next six months.”
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Griffith also notes that a vast majority of purchases have been made by first home buyers and owner-occupiers due to the building’s exceptional location and amenity offering.

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“The prime location, great design, stunning amenities and the anticipated completion of construction in early 2020 have been the main drivers of successful sales.’.”
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The speedy construction timeframe has been achieved thanks to financial support from a major “mainstream” bank – giving the project an early green light to commence construction and facilitating the opportunity to deliver all facets of the development’s 18 unique amenity offerings included in the concept design.

St Boulevard’s exceptional resort facilities include:

OUTDOOR

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	<li>Secluded lounge areas for private gatherings</li>
	<li>Outdoor barbeque pods</li>
	<li>An on-site bar</li>
	<li>Outdoor children’s play area</li>
	<li>Expansive garden sanctuaries</li>
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“The architectural innovation, coupled with the five-star resort-style amenities, make it an excellent proposition for young professionals, families and downsizers trading in their traditional family home for a luxury apartment.”
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Director of The Shakespeare Group, Catherine Law

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<figcaption>Credit: The Shakespeare Group</figcaption></figure>The customisable apartments are also another significant drawcard for buyers. With over 60 different apartment floorplans to choose from across the three buildings, Law explains that Elenberg Fraser has been “considerate of residents’ needs”.

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“We understand that there is an increasing demand for luxury apartments designed for residents to call home… Creating truly bespoke and customisable living options was a priority for us and it has impacted the level of interest from prospective owner-occupiers.”
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Interested to learn more about St Boulevard apartments? <a href="/buildings/st-boulevard-601-st-kilda-road-melbourne">Enquire today</a>, or check out the <a href="/buildings/st-boulevard-601-st-kilda-road-melbourne">full price list.</a> 
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St Boulevard tops out: Buyer confidence skyrockets as building completion draws near

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Two shops in the South Melbourne Clarendon Centre have been successfully leased, a restaurant and a medical centre.
Max Tsang of Mahjong, on St Kilda’s Fitzroy Street, has leased the 39 sqm space within the Clarendon Centre in South Melbourne, for his new dining venture Miss China.
Fitzroys Associate Director, James Lockwood negotiated the six-year lease for the corner shop at G08, 265 Clarendon Street (pictured above) at $65,000 per annum, equating to $1,666 per sqm.
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Another deal Lockwood has secured in the Clarendon Centre was to a new medical centre another on the ground floor opposite Coles supermarket.
Lockwood negotiated the eight-year deal at $150,000 per annum with CityMed Medical Centre. 
A doctor and practice manager, also with existing operations in St Kilda, will be opening their own centre with up to six practitioners.
Lockwood is also currently marketing a first floor space for lease, G20, targeting medical services such as dentists and allied health to complement the new GP clinic.
The Clarendon Centre leases were handled on behalf of Clarendon Property Group.
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The five listings from this year’s season of The Block are now officially live.
Each of the five houses has an indicative selling price of between $3 million and $3.3 million, roughly four times as high as St Kilda’s median house price of $758,000.
Located in what was once the historic Oslo Hotel (pictured in title), each listing will be updated every week as new rooms are unveiled.
The formal lounge room, main bedroom, guest ensuite and main bathrooms appear on the listings for the 38A - E homes.
Situated at 38 Grey Street, the agencies marketing the homes are Wilson Port Phillip, Hocking Stuart Albert Park, McGrath St Kilda, The Agency Melbourne and Biggin and Scott Richmond.
All the homes are four bedroom homes and the number of bathroom ranges from three to five.
The <a href="https://www.domain.com.au/38a-grey-street-st-kilda-vic-3182-2015420828" target="_blank">first team's listing</a>, Mitch and Mark's states, their formal lounge massive and their entertainment areas flexible.
It's arranged as a four bedroom four bathroom home.
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The <a href="https://www.domain.com.au/38b-grey-street-st-kilda-vic-3182-2015420829" target="_blank">second team</a>, Luke and Tess, was favoured by the judges for their bathroom.
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The <a href="https://www.domain.com.au/38c-grey-street-st-kilda-vic-3182-2015420839" target="_blank">third team</a>, Deb and Andy, has focussed on a design that is a combination of "Gold Rush heritage and luxury style".
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<a href="https://www.domain.com.au/38d-grey-street-st-kilda-vic-3182-2015420844" target="_blank">Team four</a>, El’ise and Matt, won the highest judges’ marks for their formal living room.
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Jesse and Mel, <a href="https://www.domain.com.au/38e-grey-street-st-kilda-vic-3182-2015420847" target="_blank">team five</a>, are St Kilda locals who are utilising Jesse's experience as a real estate agent.
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The Block Oslo 2019 homes officially listed for sale

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The contestants for the 15th season of The Block have been announced.
They will be renovating St Kilda's former Oslo Hotel, the 150 year old building which a Channel Nine production company spent $10,815,000 on just a block away from The Gatwick, the building they renovated on last years show.
The Oslo, believed to be around double the size of The Gatwick, was originally five stately Victorian houses before it was converted into a hotel.
Courtesy on Channel Nine, here are The Block 2019 contestants.
Mitch and Mark, NSW  
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Described as "stylish grandads", Mitch and Mark have 15 properties under their belt, however they're usually not the renovators themselves.
Mitch is a part-time house flipper and marketer and Mark is a trained psychologist.
They've been together for 14 years.
Andy and Deb, NSW
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The second couple from New South Wales, Andy and Deb from Wallabi Point on the north coast.
Andy is a stand-up comedian and Deb runs homewares and fashion retailer The Shed Luxe.
They have a family of four and have renovated five properties together.
Tess and Luke, QLD
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The young newlyweds from the Sunshine State have applied for The Block four times previously.
Tess works in sales and Luke is a tradie.
They have just finished their first renovation together.
Jesse and Mel, VIC
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The representatives from Melbourne are actually St Kilda locals Jesse, a real estate agent, and Mel, a contracts administrator.
Last year Jesse auctioned the apartment of Hans and Courtney.
He calls it one of his greatest achievements, securing a $410,000 profit.
El'ise and Matt, WA 
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Representing Western Australia are husband and wife duo El'ise and Matt who are experienced renovators.
Matt owns a company that specialise in renovations and the couple have completed their own projects.
They have three kids under three and reached the final stage of auditions last year.
 
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Gurner has secured 95% in sales of its $480 million Saint Moritz development in St Kilda.
There have been sales of 127 residences some 15 months ahead of the projected timeline.
The developer will now bring forward the commencement of construction from the end of 2020, to Q3 this year, with the builder and major construction lender expected to be announced in the coming weeks.
The first two of the three buildings, Pacific House and Azura, are 100 percent sold out.
The third building, Grand Esplanade, which offers absolute-beachfront views over the Esplanade, was quietly launched over the past six weeks, with only six residences remaining.
Gurner and its development partner Greg Shand had planned to retain the remaining six residences but have since decided to release the residences.
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These final residences are priced from $3.75million to $14,750,000.
With Grand Esplanade averaging sale prices of over $8 million, Tim Gurner said there had been "huge" numbers of amalgamations of large residences into ultra-luxury penthouses with a number of the sizes well over 500sqm of internal space.
The trend has seen the total number of residences reduced from around 150 initially to 133, and an average price per residence of $4.5 million.
“ We have been totally humbled by the incredible response from the market and cannot express how excited we are to see our vision come to life over the next two years as the project is commenced and completed,” said Tim Gurner.
“ This is a once-in-a-lifetime project for me and the team; we had an ambitious vision for the project to create the world’s best ultra-luxury residential precinct to rival anything around the world and now we get to deliver this amazing dream.
“ Countless advisors told me I was mad to launch a project of this scale when the market was still reeling from negativity. It was hard to block out all the noise but I’m so glad we did because the market has really understood what we are trying to do and not only embraced it but loved it and ensured its success.
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“ By far our best sales advocates have been our own buyers – almost every single buyer referred one or two friends so as word quickly spread, the momentum was phenomenal, where we were signing 5-10 contracts a day at one point.
“I knew there was a market for ultra-luxury residences on an international scale akin to London or New York, but I had no idea just how deep it went when the product is right.
“ Our buyers have been predominantly business identities in their 40s – 60s who lead a truly international lifestyle. They stay in the best hotels, dine in the world’s best restaurants and so naturally expect the world’s best for their home.
“ Until now this discerning demographic had not had any reason to move from their luxury mansions and apartments in Toorak, Albert Park, St Kilda or Brighton, because there was nothing on the market that could offer the lifestyle they were seeking.
“ Perhaps more importantly, there was nowhere that could guarantee an entire building of like-minded owner occupiers, rather than investors. In the end this proved a huge point of difference.
“ The whole experience has been surreal – it’s a time in my life and within the business that I’ll never forget. Now our focus will turn to delivering this masterpiece,” he said.
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Saint Moritz’s sell-out has been bolstered by an additional $10 million from the sale of the project’s Chairman’s Lounge suites, 20 private business suites priced at approximately $500,000 each, equipped with reception, bar, boardroom and meeting rooms surrounding by 20 bespoke Chairman’s lounges they provide the ultimate discretion for the many wealthy business identities that will soon call the building home.
Saint Moritz has been designed by Fender Katsalidis and Koichi Takada Architects, with interior designer David Hicks crafting the interiors, and Jack Merlo the oasis-style landscapes.
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Just six apartments left as Gurner secures $480 million in sales at Saint Moritz

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Architect Karl Fender is likely to emerge among the initial buyers in the Saint Moritz, St Kilda project.
He's the lead architect on the $550 million redevelopment of the Novotel hotel site on St Kilda’s Esplanade which officially went on sale recently.
It is a joint venture between Tim Gurner and Greg Shand, the Sydney developer.
"I would live here in a heartbeat," Fender told a recent property industry lunch.
"Watch this space," he added noting he was "really invested, as the office is, in the location".
"To live here and to have the Stokehouse as my canteen, to have the beach bumping against my front door, look it's just an amazing project in an amazing location and you'd have to be a fool to not want to live here desperately, and I'm no fool."
He calls a 71st floor apartment in Eureka Tower home.
This article was first published in the Weekend Australian. 
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