There’s a quiet patch of <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/hawthorn-vic-3122">Hawthorn</a>, between the bustle of Glenferrie Road and the curve of the Yarra, that rarely sees change, and even more rarely, new apartments. But that’s exactly where <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/pomeroy-pacific-quattro-corp">PQD</a> is planting Kooyongkoot: a deliberate, 18-residence answer to the question of what downsizers actually want.

“This is something this pocket of Hawthorn has never seen before,” says Fil Gacesa, head of sales at PQD. “<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/kooyongkoot-hawthorn-1-kooyongkoot-road-hawthorn-vic-3122">Kooyongkoot</a> will deliver just 18 large-scale apartments in the heart of Hawthorn. It is the true definition of resort-style living.”

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That scale is central to the story. It’s what allows for two dedicated lift cores, short corridors, and a generous lightcourt that draws natural ventilation and sunlight into every residence. It’s also what makes room for the sort of amenity usually confined to high-density towers: a fully equipped wellness centre with infrared and traditional saunas, yoga and pilates studio, cold therapy shower, and treatment room. There’s a golf simulator, car and dog wash stations, and extensive storage too, not bolted on, but baked in from the start.

But more than the checklist, it’s the design intent that carries weight. “This project has been many years in the making,” says Mark Pomeroy, Director of PQD. “Not just in planning, but in listening, to what our buyers and the local community are looking for”.

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That listening shows up in the materials, oak floors, natural stone, V-ZUG appliances, and in how space is handled. Penthouses feature private rooftop terraces with pools. Terraces and garden residences embrace outdoor connection. Inside, the layouts skew large and open, geared for hosting, not just housing.

Architecturally, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/cera-stribley-architects">Cera Stribley</a>’s approach is grounded. There’s no reaching for spectacle here. Instead, the building offers a sculptural calm, anchored by landscaping from Eckersley Garden Architecture.&nbsp;

“We wanted to create spaces that feel expansive, serene, and meaningfully connected to daily life,” said founding partner Chris Stribley elsewhere.

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That sentiment, calm, connection, echoes in the location itself. Kooyongkoot sits just a short stroll from Central Gardens, Fairview Park, and the Rivoli Cinema. Tram lines and schools are close, but the street is tucked, quiet, and leaf-lined.&nbsp;

“Residents of Kooyongkoot will be a short stroll from Fairview Park, Central Gardens, and the Glenferrie Road retail strip," Gacesa notes, "but you're also cocooned in this peaceful pocket behind extensive landscaping by Eckersley Garden Architecture.”

Kooyongkoot is set for completion in late 2026.

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The project that said no to compromise: Inside Kooyongkoot, Hawthorn

When long-time Ivanhoe locals Graeme and Catherine, decided it was time to downsize, they weren’t necessarily in a rush.&nbsp;

Like many in their stage of life, they had started thinking about apartment living, but anticipated making the shift in two to three years.

That timeline changed when they visited <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/new-apartments/candela-ivanhoe-40-upper-heidelberg-road-ivanhoe">Candela</a>, a new boutique development by <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/developers/salter-brothers">Salter Brothers</a>. The project ticked all the boxes they were looking for: location, quality design, and long-term lifestyle benefits, which prompted them to bring their decision forward.

“It was the right place at the right time,” they said. “We knew immediately it ticked all the boxes, and we didn’t want to wait.”

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Their decision to downsize was driven by a combination of practical needs and lifestyle considerations. Their existing home, while much loved, had become increasingly difficult to maintain. It spanned multiple levels, included extensive front and back gardens, and was starting to show the wear that comes with age.&nbsp;

They were looking for a more manageable lifestyle, one with less upkeep and more freedom. A brand-new apartment with no maintenance requirements and the ability to simply “lock up and leave” gave them peace of mind and a greater sense of control over their future.

Financially, the purchase made sense as well. The available stamp duty savings, strong price-to-value offering, and timing of the settlement suited their plans, making the transition smoother and more cost-effective. The apartment's design and inclusions further supported their choice.

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The layout was both functional and flexible: three bedrooms, a butler’s pantry, a separate laundry, and a large open-plan living area. It gave them the freedom to host a family, accommodate guests, or set up a home office. The expansive balcony and elevated views added to the appeal, providing a sense of openness and connection to the outdoors.

“It just had a really good flow,” Catherine noted, something they found lacking in many other apartments they’d considered, particularly in the established market.

Candela’s boutique scale was another deciding factor. With a smaller number of residences and a top-floor penthouse position, the couple felt the development offered the privacy and space they were looking for, without feeling isolated.

“We liked that it wasn’t a huge development. It felt well-balanced, modern but still with a sense of community, not overwhelming,” they said.

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Equally important was the ability to remain in Ivanhoe, a suburb they know well and have deep roots in. After 46 years in the area, proximity to local parks, shops, and familiar faces mattered just as much as the apartment itself.

“We didn’t want to give up the community we’ve known for decades. Candela allowed us to upgrade our lifestyle while staying in the place we call home.”

With a Walk Score of 90, the village location supports a convenient, connected lifestyle. <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/ivanhoe-vic-3079">Ivanhoe</a> Station is just a eight-minute walk away, and the neighbourhood offers access to parks, cafes, restaurants, and schools along Upper Heidelberg Road, all within easy reach.

Beyond the apartment, the couple also saw value in the broader vision for Candela, one that integrates residential living with public spaces and local amenities.&nbsp;

The development introduces 58 new apartments as well as a mix of commercial and social spaces that integrate contemporary architecture with the suburb’s existing character.&nbsp;

At ground level, residents will find a charming café and a lifestyle wellness centre, perfect for unwinding and rejuvenating. Meanwhile, the rooftop garden offers a stunning vantage point for residents to enjoy breathtaking sunsets, host gatherings, or enjoy barbecues with family and friends. It's not just a place to live; it's a vibrant community where every moment is an opportunity to connect and create lasting memories.

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Why Ivanhoe locals are choosing to downsize to Candela

Mark and Roy Makari are expanding their presence in Sydney’s South West with a second major proposal for Leppington, this time envisioning a 900-dwelling mixed-use development just 850 metres from their previously lodged tower trio on Fifth Avenue.

Project management and construction management firm Creative Vision filed the plans for the&nbsp;multi-building project at <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/230-rickard-road-leppington-nsw-2179">230 Rickard Road, Leppington</a>. The proposal seeks to establish a new focal point for the precinct through a high-density, transit-oriented development supported by diverse land uses.

According to the Scoping Report prepared for the Department of Planning, the scheme includes around 900 apartments across multiple towers, including 135 dwellings designated for affordable housing. A mix of market and subsidised apartments will be supported by ground-level activation through retail and office space, a childcare centre, and a hotel, forming a comprehensive urban precinct.

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The Design Report by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/studiosc-0">Studio SC</a> notes that the project “intends to deliver a high-quality, high-density built form that supports the vision for the Leppington Town Centre, integrating mixed-use outcomes and public domain upgrades.” The development is expected to be delivered in stages, although a precise timeline is yet to be confirmed.

The project will be assessed through a future State Significant Development Application, with the Scoping Report indicating the team will seek design excellence via a competitive process or through an expert design review panel. Early massing diagrams suggest a series of mid- to high-rise buildings framing a central landscaped spine, with emphasis on pedestrian permeability and public space.

The planning documentation flags a strong sustainability agenda, stating that the development will “respond to the urban heat island effect, incorporate water sensitive urban design, and prioritise active transport”.

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The proposal follows in the footsteps of the Makaris’ nearby Fifth Avenue site, where they’ve submitted plans for three towers comprising nearly 500 apartments, with 10 per cent dedicated to affordable housing. That project features commercial podiums, a childcare centre, and a new public park that would occupy more than a third of the site.

Both developments are situated within walking distance of Leppington Train Station and fall under strategic precinct plans promoting higher density housing. The town centre is undergoing substantial transformation, driven by state government planning reforms aimed at fast-tracking housing delivery.

Together, the two projects represent a combined ambition of nearly 1,400 new homes across just under two kilometres of central Leppington.

First look: 900-home mixed-use precinct planned for Leppington

Leading Australian integrated property development group, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/aqualand-australia">Aqualand</a>, has released the signature penthouses crowning its landmark AURA by Aqualand precinct at 168 Walker Street in North Sydney, unveiling Il Magnate and La Divina as the largest and most luxurious penthouses in the suburb.

With prices anticipated to commence from $15 million, and each accompanied by a new Porsche Carrera 911 valued at over $500K, the residences mark the culmination of <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/buildings/aura-by-aqualand-north-sydney-168-walker-street-north-sydney-nsw-2060">AURA by Aqualand</a>’s decade-long journey and the beginning of its final sales chapter. 
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Their release follows more than $850 million in record-breaking residential sales and the building’s completion and occupation.

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The Richards Stanisich-designed 284 sqm Il Magnate and 224 sqm La Divina penthouses, collectively known as The Icons of AURA, are conceived as grand luxury homes rather than apartments, with expansive proportions, elevated materiality and curated identities that reflect their status as one-off residences.&nbsp;

Il Magnate features a grande master suite, complete with substantial walk-in dressing area and ensuite, three other bedrooms, second ensuite and another bathroom, powder room, open plan kitchen, scullery, substantial dining area and generous living room divided by a feature fireplace, and a multifunction wintergarden, which is ideal for a study and adjoining office breakout space. &nbsp;

Meanwhile, the La Divina residence offers the same amenities, sans the powder room, on a slightly smaller alternate floor plan configuration.

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Each occupies half of AURA by Aqualand’s topmost 28th level, comes with four secure car spaces and pairs sweeping Sydney Harbour panoramas with large-scale living spaces, refined detailing and a level of craftsmanship and amenity rarely offered in the North Shore market.&nbsp;

Penthouse residents will also receive Etymon’s ‘Black Key’ private concierge and lifestyle management service, an invitation only offering providing the ultimate in bespoke personalisation, including a range of everyday discrete services, from dinner party management, grocery deliveries, pet feeding or plants watered, dinners, snacks and coffee deliveries, event ticket sourcing, right up to organising travel visas and international airfares. Rarely seen in Australian properties, the service provides residents the benefits of living in a world-class luxury hotel-style home, akin to The Ritz, or the Waldorf Astoria.

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<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/interior-designers/richards-stanisich">Richards Stanisich</a>’s Director, Kirsten Stanisich, said the studio set out to craft residences that feel profoundly considered, contemporary and deeply connected to their setting.

“From the outset, we approached these penthouses with the sensibility of a grand Parisian residence - generous in scale, elegant in proportion and designed to feel more like a handcrafted home than an apartment," Stanisich said.

“Their elevated position and sweeping harbour outlook informed every decision, creating a rare connection between urban sophistication and natural calm. We shaped each space with expressive materiality, sculptural forms and bespoke detailing that invite touch and interaction.&nbsp;

“The result is a pair of residences defined by volume, light and an inherent softness - refined, flexible and deeply personal. These penthouses are unlike anything else in North Sydney, offering a sanctuary of true luxury framed by some of the city’s most remarkable views.”

For Aqualand’s Head of Sales &amp; Marketing, Alex Adams, the collaboration with Porsche underscores the shared ethos behind the residences.

“Aqualand’s collaboration with Porsche underpins both brand’s sharing an obsession with craftsmanship, design excellence, and enduring value," Adams said.

“Our penthouses are created for those who appreciate the finer details and expect the extraordinary at every touchpoint. Including a Porsche simply extends that experience beyond the residence - it’s a continuation of the lifestyle our buyers already live.”&nbsp;

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Aqualand’s Managing Director, Jin Lin, said the penthouses represent both the pinnacle of AURA by Aqualand and an important design benchmark for the company’s future pipeline.&nbsp;

“These stunning penthouses reflect the purest expression of Aqualand’s design ambition," Lin said.

“The unparalleled design intent makes them not only the glistening crown of AURA by Aqualand, but the crown of North Sydney itself. They’re essentially a thank you gift to a burgeoning community that deserves this level of quality and architectural consideration.&nbsp;

“We’re leveraging the unrivalled standard set here as the foundation for what comes next, including our upcoming Anderson Street, Chatswood; 15 Blue Street, North Sydney and Central Barangaroo projects. Purchasers of these penthouses will essentially be living inside the blueprint of Aqualand’s future.

“These landmark residences demonstrate how far North Sydney has evolved and the strength of demand for highly curated, bespoke luxury homes. They’re more than penthouses, they’re legacy residences.&nbsp;

“With AURA by Aqualand now a thriving new precinct with residents well and truly settled, and our in-house world-class lifestyle amenity activated, Il Magnate and La Divina represent a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to secure an extraordinary piece of North Sydney’s future.”

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Joel Robinson

Aqualand launches North Sydney penthouses with free Porsche Carrera 911

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/bokarina-qld-4575">Bokarina</a> Beach has quietly evolved into one of the Sunshine Coast’s most complete coastal lifestyle precincts, defined not just by proximity to the ocean, but by how residential living, local retail and everyday amenity are stitched together.&nbsp;

Gardner Vaughan Group’s <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/bask-bokarina-38-bokarina-boulevard-bokarina-qld-4575">Bask Bokarina</a> now represents the final residential chapter in that transformation.

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Over recent years, the Bokarina Beach precinct has taken shape as a walkable, community-oriented neighbourhood, anchored by beachfront access, Lake Kawana to the west, and a growing mix of cafés, specialty retail and public open space.&nbsp;

With Zinc Bokarina already delivered next door by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/gardner-vaughan-group">Gardner Vaughan Group</a> (GVG), Bask is the last opportunity to buy a brand new apartment within the precinct, effectively rounding out a fully formed coastal village.

GVG has positioned Bask to strengthen that lifestyle framework. Ten ground-floor retail spaces are planned beneath the residences, extending Bokarina Boulevard’s existing activity and reinforcing the area’s everyday convenience, from casual dining and coffee to local services, within a short walk of the beach.

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The residential component comprises 135 apartments across two buildings, Mydas and Caretta, with a clear shift toward larger three- and four-bedroom layouts and penthouses. That mix reflects a maturing buyer profile in Bokarina, where demand is increasingly led by owner-occupiers and active downsizers seeking space, permanence, and connection to place rather than short-term coastal accommodation.

Design and amenity have followed the same logic. Residents will have access to a heated plunge pool, gym, private dining room with a full kitchen, landscaped communal gardens with barbecues and a firepit, and a shared herb and vegetable garden, facilities intended to support daily use rather than resort-style turnover. Pet-friendly features, including a dog wash bay, acknowledge both buyer expectations and the area’s dog-friendly beach, located around 250 metres from the site.

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“Bokarina has become one of the Sunshine Coast’s most desirable beachside communities, and Bask represents the very last chance to buy new in this location,” GVG Director Sam Gardner said.&nbsp;

“Our focus has been to create spacious, functional apartments that meet the needs of locals who want to downsize without compromise, as well as those seeking a full-time coastal retreat.”

Positioned between the Pacific Ocean and Lake Kawana, Bask apartments have been oriented to capture outlooks toward the water or the Glass House Mountains, reinforcing the project’s connection to its natural surroundings. With parks, beachfront paths, hospitals, retail and public transport already in place, Bask arrives at a point where the broader precinct is no longer emerging, but established.

Construction is expected to complete in Q3 this year, with apartments ready to move into this Spring.

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Bask to complete Bokarina’s Sunshine Coast lifestyle precinct as final apartments are released

Sunkin

Nestled just minutes from the serene sands of Sandringham and the vibrant Black Rock beaches, Highett Common is your gateway to a relaxed coastal lifestyle, only 40 minutes away from the bustling Melbourne CBD. In this article, we'll take you on a virtual tour of the Highett Common Display Suite, where sustainable living and modern luxury converge to create the ideal urban oasis. Join us on this journey to discover what makes Highett Common a unique and desirable place to call home.

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Sustainability at the Forefront: Highett Common is more than just a residential development; it's a commitment to sustainable living. With a focus on sustainability from the very beginning, the community is designed to target Net Zero emissions. Each home features solar integration, electric car charging, and rain tank provisions. This eco-conscious approach ensures that you can enjoy a comfortable lifestyle while reducing your environmental footprint.

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Green Open Spaces: One of the standout features of Highett Common is the dedication to green open space. A remarkable 40% of the site has been set aside for lush, green corridors, allowing residents to immerse themselves in the beauty of nature. Whether it's a leisurely stroll or a jog through the precinct, these leafy corridors provide the perfect backdrop for your daily activities.

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Luxurious Town Homes: Highett Common offers a range of luxurious three and four-bedroom townhomes designed for modern, open-plan living. The renowned architecture firm, Clark Copin Clark, has seamlessly integrated multi-use spaces that flow into outdoor areas. Each window frames picturesque views of the surrounding parklands, embracing the development's biophilic nature. Independent street entry and internal access from lockable garages provide convenience and security.

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Elegant Interiors: Inside these townhomes, you'll find quality Smeg appliances and a sustainably sourced material palette, including stainless steel. The custom wood grain veneer joinery adds a touch of warmth, and built-in storage keeps your living spaces clean and tidy. Highett Common has partnered with the Plant Society and Coco Republic, who offer interior consulting services to personalize your new home.

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Community and Amenities: To enhance your sense of community, Highett Common offers a residents-only app, connecting you with your neighbors and fostering a strong sense of belonging. You can also join fitness and social clubs, swim in the pool, work out in the gym, or dine al fresco in the on-site amenities. Highett Common is more than just a place to live; it's a place to thrive.

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Convenient Location: Highett Common's location is a prime asset. You can easily cycle to the beach and explore the Bay Trail or walk to the collection of local eateries and bars along Hyett Road. The nearby Hyett Shopping Center, with a Woolworths supermarket, ensures you have everything you need right at your doorstep. Plus, numerous parks, golf courses, and markets are just a stone's throw away. The train station is a mere 2-minute walk away, providing a quick 40-minute commute to Melbourne CBD and a single stop to Southland Shopping Center.

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Secure Your Dream Home: If you're ready to make Highett Common your new home, it's time to take the next step. Submit your inquiry today through Apartments.com.au to secure one of the boutique townhomes in this vibrant and sustainable community. Don't miss the opportunity to experience the perfect coastal lifestyle at Highett Common.

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Discover Highett Common, your gateway to a relaxed coastal lifestyle just moments away from Sandringham and Black Rock beaches. This urban oasis, located a short 40-minute drive from Melbourne CBD, embraces sustainability, green open spaces, and luxurious townhomes. Join us as we explore the Highett Common Display Suite and find out what makes this development unique. 

Olivia Round

The Townhomes at Highett Common Display Tour Video: Your Perfect Coastal Lifestyle in Bayside, Melbourne

Earlier this year Sunkin Property released Highett Common, their sustainable masterplan in the heart of the sought-after Bayside suburb.

We recently caught up with Scott Jessop, Head of Sales and Marketing at Sunkin Property Group, to discuss the project in more detail.

Highett Common: Shaping the Future of Bayside Melbourne

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Highett: The Oasis of Bayside Melbourne

Highett boasts beautiful beaches, top-notch schools, golf clubs, and a thriving community. With a mere half-hour train ride to the city, Highett offers the perfect blend of tranquility and urban convenience.

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A Pledge to Environmental Sustainability

What sets Highett Common apart is not just its luxury but also its unwavering commitment to environmental sustainability. It's slated to be one of Victoria's rare medium-density Net Zero projects. This goes beyond cost savings; it's about caring for our planet.

The development features solar panels that generate electricity, reducing owners' corporation fees while promoting clean and sustainable energy.

Embracing Electric and Eco-Friendly Living

This project is fully electric, bidding farewell to gas. While some may still appreciate a gas cooktop, the advantages of electric induction are undeniable. It's all part of the effort to create a more sustainable and eco-friendly living environment.

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Cultivating a Thriving Community

Highett Common is more than just apartments and amenities; it's about fostering a sense of belonging and community.

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Residents will have access to an app that connects them to community programs, events, and services. The goal is to create a vibrant and interconnected community within the development.

A Grand-Scale Endeavor

With an expansive 10-hectare site, the development is thoughtfully divided into smaller stages to ensure a harmonious balance. The first stage comprises 165 apartments spread across two six-story buildings, offering a spacious and open layout that's a far cry from the high-density developments commonly seen today.

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An Abundance of Amenities and Greenery

Apart from the spacious apartments, Highett Common offers a wealth of amenities, including a Wellness Centre, an outdoor swimming pool, gyms, dining rooms, and indoor swimming pools.

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This scale of amenities is a rarity in Bayside, making Highett Common an exceptional choice for those seeking a high-quality lifestyle.

A Promising Journey Ahead

With construction already underway across the precinct, Highett Common is poised to make a transformative impact on Highett. The development has the potential to drive capital growth in the area, elevating the suburb's status even further.

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Experience the Future at Highett Common

The Highett Common display suite offers an immersive experience of what this development has in store.

Highett Common isn't just another development, it's a forward-looking project that values both luxury living and environmental sustainability. It's a testament to the fact that developers today must meet the needs of consumers by creating communities that also care for our planet.

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Scott Jessop, Head of Sales and Marketing at Sunkin Property Group, unveils the remarkable "Highett Common" project. Nestled in the heart of Highett, Bayside Melbourne, this development promises to redefine luxury living while prioritising environmental sustainability and community building.

Everything a buyer needs to know about the sustainable Highett Common development by Sunkin Property

Highett Common, the latest project by prominent Melbourne developer Sunkin, is set to deliver a sustainable and green community to the sought-after Bayside area.

Designed by ClarkeHopkinsClarke, the Highett Common precinct will become the first medium density, Net Zero Carbon community in Victoria, and the largest development outside Melbourne’s CBD to shift to all-electric.

The precinct will feature homes that achieve high NATHERS ratings and a range of initiatives that encourage physical activity and reduce the need for vehicle travel while lowering emissions.

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The biophilic design adds landscape revegetation with cooling greenery, providing privacy while reducing reliance on artificial heating or cooling.

Residences are oriented to maximise natural ventilation and light entry, while facades provide greater solar protection. The built elements of the precinct will include recycled, low VOC, and sustainable locally sourced materials. Provision for solar panels will provide the option to harness renewable energy, while water and energy-efficient fixtures, fittings, and appliances lower residents’ consumption.

Rainwater harvesting assists water use for toilets and irrigation, and improved waste management strategies are incentivised to include better separation of waste for less landfill. The outcome is a minimisation of each home’s environmental footprint, along with reduced utility bills.

Infrastructure for EV charging stations and secure bicycle parking encourages better commuting practices, and a commitment to green power initiatives through passive design techniques not only creates healthier living spaces but also reduces waste and costs, leaving a lighter environmental footprint.

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The precinct has also committed to removing the use of fossil fuels and will rely solely on electricity to power homes, with induction cooking for the kitchen and electric or solar power for hot water.

Additionally, the project will feature sustainably sourced timber and steel, manufactured and sourced locally and through resource-efficient processes.

Green spaces will cover over 40 per cent of the site, offering a rare opportunity to live in an urban location that boasts as much greenery as built space.

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The precinct's location on Highett Road, with a retail precinct and train station, provides a walkable community where residents can commute and access daily essentials without relying on a car.

A collection of townhouses will also be released in the community, boasting solar provision and rainwater tank provision, encouraging residents to use solar panels and rainwater storage systems to reduce their environmental footprint.

The townhouses are also set to feature double-glazed, thermally efficient, quiet windows and glass sliding doors that offer climate and noise protection.

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Designed by ClarkeHopkinsClarke, the Highett Common precinct will become the first medium density, Net Zero Carbon community in Victoria, and the largest development outside Melbourne’s CBD to shift to all-electric

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Highett Common: Victoria's first Net Zero Carbon community

Sunkin Property Group has commenced works on one of the most significant urban renewal projects in the Bayside area.

The 9.63-hectare former CSIRO site in Highett will become a $500 million plus mixed-use community with over 1,000 residences, a mix of apartments and townhouses, and a new public library.

Over 40 per cent of the site will be given back to the community, with one hectare planned for a public park and a further three hectares for a conservation area. The park will feature a children's playground and social areas.

Central to the development is its focus on connectedness and walkability, with common and public spaces between the built form providing opportunities for neighbours to connect. This is further enhanced via integrated wellness and fitness facilities including resident’s gym, pool and spa areas.

Over $10 million will be invested in infrastructure for the large-scale project including new roads, replacement of the Melbourne drain and the upgrading of local services over the next year.

Following the nod of approval in March from the Bayside City Council, Sunkin has appointed Delta Group who will begin a 12-month program starting from early October.

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The Sunkin and Delta team's turning the first sod at the site. Image supplied

Sunkin Property Group’s General Manager of Property Lloyd Collins said commencing civil works is a significant milestone for the project, with the site having remained dormant for over a decade.

“This development will be of significant community benefit due to improved infrastructure and additional amenities, including the new park and conservation area for the public to enjoy.

“It will also provide greater housing diversity while catering to the forecast population growth within Melbourne and the Bayside area more specifically,” he said.

Sunkin is targeting net zero capable outcomes through environmentally sustainable design practices at the project.

Earlier this month, Sunkin lodged a Planning Permit Application for Stage 1 of the project which includes two apartment buildings and a collection of townhouses, all located adjacent to the proposed public park and serviced by the infrastructure works.

The 9.63-hectare former CSIRO site in Highett will become a $500 million plus mixed-use community with over 1,000 residences



Sunkin begins works on $500m Highett urban renewal project

The Melbourne developer Sunkin Property Group&nbsp;has been given the green light to transform the former CRISO site in Highett into a $500+ million residential precinct that will have a focus on urban renewal, sustainability, nature, and town centre connectivity.

Sunkin seeks to provide a range of dwelling typologies to meet housing demand from singles, couples and families and improve housing diversity in the area.

With a focus on a connected community and urban renewal, the proposed development will benefit from the close proximity of Highett Train station, Highett Town Centre and have a significant positive impact; supporting the local economy, generating new jobs in the area.

Some four hectares of parkland will surround the 9.34 hectare site which will include&nbsp;a new public park and conservation reserve. A new public library is also proposed to be provided by Sunkin on site for the benefit of the community, as well as a Maternal and Child Health Centre, and the undergrounding of overhead HV power lines along Graham Road.

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Central to the development is its focus on connectedness and walkability, with common and public spaces between the built form providing opportunities for neighbours to connect. This is further enhanced via integrated wellness and fitness facilities, including a resident&rsquo;s gym and pool, as well as cafes to activate the park setting.

Sunkin Property Group General Manager Development Lloyd Collins said he&rsquo;s thrilled to have received development approval from Bayside City Council.

&ldquo;Throughout the development application process we really listened to the community and as a result, we received a number of suggestions and great ideas that were included in our proposed amendments to the development plan approval,&quot; Collins said.

&ldquo;We are incredibly excited to deliver a project such as this for the wider community, which not only provides new public amenities and open space, but will have a significant positive impact on the local economy in terms of job opportunities and supporting local businesses.

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&ldquo;We are delighted that council has approved this development plan and we look forward to continuing to work in partnership with council and the wider community to deliver this much needed development. We are seeing pent-up demand within the Bayside area and believe our park setting and connection to the station and vibrant town centre retail will be highly attractive to local buyers.&rdquo;

Within walking distance to Highett train station, the ClarkeHopkinsClarke designed development is set to bolster the Victorian economy, generating 280 jobs per annum during construction, and once complete, will support Highett local traders with $50 million per annum expenditure by 2032.*

Sunkin seeks to provide a range of dwelling typologies to meet housing demand from singles, couples and families and improve housing diversity in the area

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