Lewis Land's latest apartment release within its <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/harbour-shores-biggera-waters-564-oxley-drive-biggera-waters-qld-4216">Harbour Shores</a> masterplan is targeting one of the Gold Coast's fastest-growing buyer groups, with almost a third of apartments at Solis priced below $1 million.

The seven-storey building at Biggera Waters will comprise 91 apartments, including 24 one-bedroom residences starting from $778,000, a price point Lewis Land says is aimed squarely at first home buyers struggling to enter the Gold Coast market.

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<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/lewis-land-group">Lewis Land</a> Head of Development Michael Long said the developer deliberately allocated a significant proportion of the project to more affordable apartment types.

"First home buyers have been priced out of many parts of the Gold Coast, and we saw a clear opportunity to address this and play our part in a longer-term housing solution," Long said.

"That's why 24 of the 91 apartments being delivered at Solis have been designed and priced for the city's next generation of homeowners, quality one-bedroom apartments, half of which include an additional multipurpose room to maximise space and flexibility.

"This approach places 30 per cent of apartments in Solis under $1 million, and with close proximity to Harbour Town's future light rail extension connecting residents to the city's major employment and knowledge hubs, it's a win for buyers looking to secure their first property."

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Designed by BDA Architecture, Solis will deliver a mix of one, two and three-bedroom apartments, with residences ranging up to 232 sqm. Apartments feature generous balconies and contemporary finishes, while residents will have access to Harbour Shores' lagoon pool, clubhouse, tennis court, gym, yoga studio and sauna.

The focus on first home buyers resonated with purchaser Holly Humphreys, who said she and her boyfriend spent more than a year searching for their first property before shifting their attention from houses to apartments.

"We fell in love with the first house we bid on and got our hopes up, but after repeated knockbacks we learned not to get too attached," Humphreys said.

"We offered at the high end of price guides, but sales kept going even higher. That's where we really struggled and we needed to re-evaluate our budget and our expectations. Standalone houses were off the table, and we pivoted to apartments and townhouses."

Humphreys said it was encouraging to see developers recognising the growing demand from first home buyers.

"There's a growing number of young buyers looking to enter the market earlier because they understand that getting in now can make a real difference as prices continue to rise," she said.

"It's fantastic to see a developer recognise this and then actively take measures to deliver an apartment with us in mind."

Solis is the first development planned within the second stage of the Harbour Shores masterplan, with early works expected to commence in September 2026.

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Joel Robinson

Lewis Land targets first home buyers at latest Harbour Shores release, Solis

Luxury apartment developer Abadeen has recorded $19.25 million in apartment sales across two of its Lower North Shore developments in the lead-up to the end of the financial year, headlined by the sale of a $6.75 million penthouse at <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/buildings/koyo-crows-nest-5-rodborough-avenue-crows-nest-nsw-2065">KOYO in Crows Nest.</a>

The transactions also included the sale of a newly completed three-bedroom apartment at <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/buildings/park-residences-cremorne-2-sutherland-street-cremorne-nsw-2090">Park Residences in Cremorne</a> for $6.35 million, with the residence selling shortly after the project's first public inspections following completion.

The sales come as completed, owner-occupier-focused apartments continue to attract strong demand across Sydney's Lower North Shore, particularly from buyers looking for certainty and immediate occupancy.

The penthouse at KOYO spans 491 sqm across a single level and was designed by architect Koichi Takada. The development is one of Abadeen's flagship boutique projects in Crows Nest.

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Abadeen Executive Chairman and Founder Justin Brown said buyer activity lifted noticeably in the lead-up to the end of the financial year.

"We saw a clear increase in enquiry levels, inspection numbers and buyer engagement across our completed projects leading into the end of the financial year," Brown said.

"Buyers have become far more decisive over the past six months. The combination of improving confidence, limited supply and the ability to physically inspect completed residences is creating strong competition for premium apartments in the best locations."

Brown says the&nbsp;response to Park Residences following completion has been particularly strong.

"Buyers want certainty and are responding positively to the opportunity to walk through a finished product, inspect the quality firsthand and move in immediately," Brown suggested.

"Projects such as Park Residences and KOYO demonstrate that when the product is exceptional and the location is irreplaceable, buyers are prepared to act quickly."

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Abadeen CEO Joe Tack said quality continued to differentiate projects in the current market.

"Today's buyers are incredibly discerning," Tack said.

"They are seeking larger floorplans, premium finishes, walkability, lifestyle amenity and confidence in the developer delivering the project. Well-designed boutique developments continue to outperform because they offer something genuinely difficult to replace.

"The enquiry we are seeing across our completed and recently completed Lower North Shore portfolio is very encouraging, and we expect this momentum to continue into spring."

The sales follow increased enquiry across Abadeen's Lower North Shore portfolio which also includes <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/buildings/northcote-collective-naremburn-2-northcote-street-naremburn-nsw-2065">Northcote Collective in Naremburn</a> which also completed recently.

KOYO penthouse headlines Abadeen's $19.25 million EOFY sales flurry

The City of Sydney has approved plans for <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/billbergia">Billbergia Group</a> and Metrics Credit Partners’ $3.5 billion Castlereagh Place project in the heart of the Sydney CBD

The towers will be among the tallest in <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/sydney-nsw-2000">Sydney</a>'s CBD, with more floors than any other residential tower in the city.&nbsp;

The 6,000 sqm site was acquired by the joint venture partners in 2024. It is the largest amalgamated land parcel in the Sydney CBD and comprises eight individual sites fronting Castlereagh, Pitt and Liverpool Streets.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/castlereagh-place-sydney-324-348-pitt-street-sydney-nsw-2000">Castlereagh Place</a> will transform an underutilised city block into a landmark mixed-use destination, anchored by two 82-storey towers comprising 607 luxury residences above an 8-level podium housing a 209-room luxury hotel. A 1,000 square metre civic park on ground level features a curated mix of food, beverage and retail.

The plans have been refined over the past year to rebalance the residential and hotel offering, and reconfigure the retail footprint to create a stronger, more dynamic dining experience.

A three-level flagship building on the prominent corner of Pitt and Liverpool Streets will be the gateway to the Castlereagh Place lifestyle precinct. Set to become a Sydney icon, the building is capable of housing multiple hospitality venues.

“Castlereagh Place is designed to be the City's next great urban oasis - an energetic mixed-use precinct that pulses with life, day and night,"&nbsp;said Joseph Kinsella, Group Director of Billbergia.

"It will bring the vibrancy of places like Barangaroo and Darling Quarter into a more accessible, central destination at the very heart of Sydney."

Kinsella said the project will build on&nbsp;Sydney’s growing laneway culture with the City’s largest network of new activated lanes - an expanded, next-generation take on precincts like Angel Place, Palings Lane and Ash Street in Wynyard.

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Castlereagh Place has been designed by architects <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/fjc-studio">fjcstudio</a> in collaboration with Trias Studio, Aileen Sage and Polly Harbison Design, joint winners of an international design competition in 2018.&nbsp;

Signature design elements from the original scheme remain unchanged, while the public domain has been significantly enhanced, delivering 60 per cent more open-to-sky space.

Pedestrian access will also be enhanced through new laneways linking Pitt, Liverpool and Castlereagh Streets, drawing people into a new civic park with outdoor seating, landscaping and integrated public art.

With activated laneways supported by strong hospitality offerings, Castlereagh Place is tipped to become a vibrant new dining destination in the heart of Sydney’s CBD.

It marks the largest undertaking to date for the Billbergia and Metrics Credit Partners partnership. Together they are developing other underutilised Sydney sites into mixed-use precincts, including the $2.2 billion Concord Central and the $1.3 billion Chatswood Grand Residences.

Metrics Managing Partner and Group CEO Andrew Lockhart said Castlereagh Place is a landmark project that will redefine Sydney’s skyline.

"As the tallest residential high-rise development, the revitalised site will offer panoramic views across the CBD and surrounds. We are excited to partner with Billbergia to reinvigorate an underutilised site and create a sophisticated and contemporary mixed-use offering situated in the heart of Sydney.”

Total apartments within the towers have increased to 607 dwellings, with a focus on larger floorplans. Aligned to growing market demand, Castlereagh Place now comprises 299 three-plus-bedroom apartments, 198 two-bedroom units and 110 one-bedroom configurations.

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Resident amenities will include an exclusive residents club containing a gym, rooftop pool, dining rooms, co-working spaces, library, golf simulator, games room, cinema room, and access to an exclusive concierge service. There will be around 500 basement car spaces below the towers.

The development will also include a state-of-the-art wellness centre, set to feature a bathhouse with magnesium pools, hot/cold plunge pools and premium amenities.

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According to fjcstudio, the towers will feature distinctive yet elegant architectural design reflecting Sydney’s geometry and urban character, with a network of through-site links and intimate public spaces activating the streetscape.

"Castlereagh Place is a city-making project of significant scale and ambition," said Richard Francis-Jones, Design Director at fjcstudio.

"It will create a rich urban complex of public open spaces, landscaped gardens, and vibrant laneways. Defining these new public spaces and the important streetscape of Castlereagh Street is a sequence of fine-grained, diverse retail and hotel architecture designed in collaboration with Aileen Sage, Polly Harbison Design and Trias.

“Rising above the tree-lined, human-scale streetscape are two slender residential towers that will transform the city skyline and look towards the Harbour, Hyde Park, and the Royal Botanic Garden.”

Demolition and early construction works have commenced onsite at Castlereagh Place.

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Billbergia, Metrics, approved for $3.5 billion Sydney skyscrapers

International developer&nbsp;<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/spg-land">SPG Land</a> is preparing to re-launch its long-awaited $1.5 billion <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/paradiso-place-surfers-paradise-103-ferny-avenue-surfers-paradise-qld-4217">Paradiso Place</a> development at Budds Beach, bringing a new price point to the Surfers Paradise apartment market.

The developer will release one-bedroom apartments from $825,000 and two-bedroom apartments from $1.24 million in the three-tower development.

According to Urbis, the starting price for the two-bedroom apartments is more than $400,000 below the weighted average sale price for comparable two-bedroom apartments in Surfers Paradise during 2025, which was pinned at $1.7 million.

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Urbis reported quarterly average sale prices for new two-bedroom, two-bathroom apartments ranged from around $1.2 million to $1.7 million throughout 2025, peaking in the December quarter.

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Paradiso Place is now moving into its formal sales campaign, with a limited early-release opportunity available ahead of the public launch.

The development will comprise 845 apartments across three towers rising 40, 41 and 44 storeys from a 1.15-hectare site spanning an entire city block. The towers will sit above a new retail precinct.

"Paradiso Place represents a rare opportunity in today's market, offering premium apartments at a price point that is significantly more competitive than anything else currently available," SPG Land Sales Director Brad McMahon said.

"When you look at comparable new developments across Surfers Paradise, Main Beach and the Southern Beaches precinct, buyers are typically paying hundreds of thousands more for a similar product.

"The scale of this project and the developer-builder construction model allows us to unlock efficiencies that smaller developments simply cannot achieve. We are passing those benefits directly to buyers, while still delivering a five-star residential experience with an unmatched lifestyle."

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Each of the three towers designed by Rothelowman will have its own podium, connected by an elevated skybridge network to create a beachside village for residents. The resident amenity has been designed to rival a five-star hotel, with private dining rooms, resident lounges and entertainment spaces.

McMahon said the pricing strategy was a deliberate response to the current market.

"What Paradiso Place offers is a unique balance, genuine value within a premium market. Buyers are not compromising on quality, design or amenity, they are gaining access to it at a more competitive price point at a time when prices across the Gold Coast continue to reach new highs."

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Located around 100 metres from the beach and within walking distance of the Surfers Paradise North light rail station, Paradiso Place occupies one of the Gold Coast's most tightly held beachfront precincts.

Construction is continuing to progress, with eight of the project's 112 foundation piles now complete. Excavation has also commenced on the first diaphragm wall panel, with the first concrete poured on 15 June, marking a key milestone in the project's early works program.

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SPG Land launches $1.5 billion Paradiso Place at attractive price point

Luxury developer-builder <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/lowe-living">Lowe Living</a> has achieved a new Victorian benchmark for an off-the-plan apartment, with the sale of two penthouses at its ultra-exclusive Maison Savoy development in Brighton.

The two penthouses achieved a combined sale rate of $49,926 per sqm. Both transactions eclipsed the previous identified Victorian off-the-plan price-per-square-metre benchmark, set by the 449 sqm apartment at Como Toorak, which sold at $46,659 per sqm.

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<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/maison-savoy-brighton-150-esplanade-brighton-vic-3186">Maison Savoy</a>, Lowe Living's redevelopment of the former Brighton Savoy Hotel on absolute beachfront land at 150 The Esplanade, Brighton, has gained significant momentum since launching just eight weeks ago. Around 30 per cent of the project's 19 residences have already been secured, generating approximately $45 million in sales.

"Securing two of the three penthouse sales at this stage, within eight weeks of launching to market speaks to the confidence our clients place in Lowe Living," Lowe Living co-founder Emma Lowe said.

"They know we'll be with them through every stage of the journey, and that assurance is something we've worked hard to earn and never take for granted."

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Lowe said Maison Savoy was conceived as a genuine alternative to a prestige Brighton home, combining house-scale proportions with the convenience, security and lock-up-and-leave appeal of apartment living.

Lowe Living co-founder Tim Lowe said the early sales success demonstrated the resilience of Melbourne's prestige market and highlighted the growing demand for house-sized apartments among ultra-high-net-worth buyers.

"The Melbourne market has definitely been tested in recent years, with interest rates and global economic factors all creating a period of uncertainty across the real estate sector. The sales success at Maison Savoy however demonstrates that confidence remains exceptionally strong at the top end of the market.

"The prestige market is being driven by long-term lifestyle decisions rather than short-term market sentiment, which continues to create a level of certainty that befits an absolute beachfront property in a blue-chip location like Brighton.

"Brighton's fundamentals remain among the strongest in Melbourne, with limited new supply, enduring demand from an overwhelmingly local owner-occupier market, and a rare combination of beachfront amenity and proximity to the CBD."

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According to Cotality, Brighton remains one of Melbourne's most tightly held prestige suburbs, with an average ownership tenure of 15.3 years for houses and 12.3 years for units, while more than 73 per cent of homes are owner-occupied.

Tim Lowe said selling two of the project's three penthouses so early in the campaign was an uncommon result.

"This sales result is a reflection of quality and understanding the local market. It's incredibly rare to transact the penthouses so early in a sales campaign in any project so to have sold two of the three penthouses at Maison Savoy so soon after launch, all in-house without any external sales agency appointed, is reflective of our careful consideration of our buyers' needs and lifestyle.

"This is knowledge that is accumulated not just from data and demographic analysis, but via a deeply embedded understanding of how this type of buyer wants to live and feel in their home. We pride ourselves on getting to know our clients personally, and over the last 10 years we have been able to refine our product offering by talking one-on-one with our clients about their design and floorplan preferences.

"Being a fully integrated developer-builder with an in-house design and sales team allows us to lead every part of the process and ensure the highest quality of product and service at every touchpoint. It's a really important part of our DNA and the recent sales success at Maison Savoy indicates that our clients and purchasers are resonating with this point of difference.

"It reinforces that demand remains strong for thoughtfully designed residences that offer rarity, lifestyle and long-term value in tightly held locations, which ultimately validates Maison Savoy's positioning as creating a new benchmark for house-scale, wellness-led apartment living on Brighton's beachfront."

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The residences at Maison Savoy start from 295 sqm, with most enjoying uninterrupted views across Port Phillip Bay. The project sits moments from the Brighton Bathing Boxes, Royal Brighton Yacht Club, Middle Brighton Baths and Church Street's retail and dining precinct.

A key feature of the development is its private residents-only bathhouse, curated by the founder of Aurora Spa &amp; Bathhouse and modelled on traditional European bathing rituals and the award-winning Sorrento bathhouse.

The wellness offering includes a hydrotherapy pool, salt room, sauna, steam room, cold plunge pool, foot activation zone and a Vichy rainfall bed, one of only a handful in Australia. Residents will also have access to a Technogym studio, lounge spaces and a dedicated concierge service offering everything from morning coffee delivery and restaurant bookings to dry cleaning and home coordination.

"Wellness-led design has become a defining factor for luxury buyers," Emma Lowe said.

"Purchasers increasingly value homes that enhance wellbeing through thoughtful design, private amenity, privacy and liveability."

The penthouse purchasers are now undertaking a bespoke customisation process curated personally by architect Pete Kennon and the Lowe Living team, one of the developer's signature service offerings.

Construction on the $160 million transformation of the former Brighton Savoy Hotel site commenced last month, with completion expected in early 2028. The project has secured funding from NAB alongside development partner Monark.

Just one penthouse remains available, along with a limited number of two and three-bedroom residences starting from $3.75 million.

Lowe Living currently has eight projects on the market across Melbourne and recently celebrated its 10th anniversary, having grown a $1 billion development pipeline alongside a $350 million construction pipeline.

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Lowe Living set new Melbourne off the plan apartment record

Urban Video

Sydney developer Coronation Property has hit the home straight at its Merrylands mega-precinct, Mason &amp; Main.

They've just released a two-bedroom display apartment in their <a href="/buildings/mason-main-merrylands-245-merrylands-road-merrylands-nsw-2160">latest placemaking project</a> in Sydney's west.

The apartment gives prospective buyers a real-life look at exactly how the apartments, currently under construction, will be finished.

<a href="/developers/coronation-property">Coronation</a>&nbsp;is expecting construction to complete by the end of the year, with buyers moving in shortly after.

We recently went down to Mason &amp; Main to check out the fully furnished display apartment.

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Coronation is expecting construction to complete by the end of the year, with buyers moving in shortly after

mikah.m@urban.com.au

Inside Mason & Main Merrylands: Urban's display apartment tour of Coronation's latest placemaking project

ASX-listed developer Lendlease have some of Australia's most impressive projects under their banner.

Their focus is primarily on Australia's largest gateway cities of Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane, creating landmark, precinct-style developments that change the skyline of each city.

They recently settled One Sydney Harbour, their luxury Barangaroo apartment tower that had prices range from $1,515,000 to $140 million, while in Melbourne they're continuing to progress with their multi-stage Collins Wharf development.

We recently caught up with Daniel Dugina, Lendlease Executive Director for Victoria, to chat about Lendlease and how they develop.

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We recently caught up with Daniel Dugina, Lendlease Executive Director for Victoria, to chat about Lendlease and how they develop.

Michael Bird

Lendlease's focus on Australia's biggest precinct developments: Five minutes with Lendlease Executive Director Daniel Dugina

Off the plan apartment buyers at AURA by Aqualand will soon be moving into their new luxury residence, as Aqualand start to put the finishing touches to their landmark North Sydney apartment development.

Construction is almost complete at AURA by Aqualand, with the build behind handled by Aqualand's internal construction arm.&nbsp;

While they fit out the apartments with some of the finest finishes a North Sydney apartment development has ever witnessed, the team has created a number of display apartments so prospective purchasers can touch and feel the exact apartment they'll be purchasing.

We recently took a tour of one of several completed display apartments at AURA by Aqualand, and needless to say, we weren't surprised by the quality of craftsmanship in the finished product, akin to what they produced at their display suite.

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Inside AURA by Aqualand: Urban's completed apartment tour of Aqualand's luxury North Sydney apartment development

Ballina hasn't seen a new development anywhere near the quality of Mana before.

Omira Property Group, a regarded boutique townhouse and villa developer in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, took their smarts from their award-winning Byron Bay villa development, Asana, and brought them to <a href="/new-townhouses/ballina-nsw-2478">Ballina</a>, where they've replicated the same quality and craftsmanship but on a larger scale.

They brought C2 Architecture, the architecture firm from Asana, onto the project. They've designed 14 luxury villas that sit both on the fringe of town and on the fringe of North Creek.

We recently sat down with&nbsp;<a href="/developers/omira-property-group">Omira Property Group</a>&nbsp;Director Alasdair Baker, C2 Architecture's George Chambers, and Pacifico Property sales agent Christian Sergiacomi, to discuss the project.

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Baker says the concept embodies an iconic coastal aesthetic, while Mon Palmer at Bare Cabo design studio, has developed an interior scheme that reflects the serenity of the sandy beaches in the area.

George Chambers, Principal at C2 Architecture, says the villas have been designed to be enjoyed with occupants with nothing overlooked.

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"Given all the sites were located on the coastal edge, it allowed us to create and translate each villa into a wonderful, modern interpretation of the traditional beach house," Chambers says.

Each villa offers 220 sqm of living space, three bedrooms, alfresco dining and a striking kitchen living and dining area featuring a striking built-in fireplace.

One of the villas was snapped up pre-launch for $2.4 million. The buyer were well aware of the quality both Omira and C2 have created previously and didn't want to miss this rare opportunity of having one of the finest new homes in Ballina.

<a href="/new-townhouses/mana-ballina-86-90-norton-street-ballina">Mana Ballina</a> is set to complete construction in late 2025.

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George Chambers, Principal at C2 Architecture, says the villas have been designed to be enjoyed with occupants with nothing overlooked

Inside Mana Ballina: Urban speaks to the key stakeholders in Ballina's best new development

Developed by Urban is well on its way to delivering one of the most unique residential developments Burnley has ever seen.

Construction has well and truly kicked off at Burnley Maltings, a redevelopment of the heritage-protected landmark&nbsp;Barrett &amp; Burston Maltings, a historic malting factory that started life in the late 1800s as Terry's Burnley Brewery.

With everything going on at Burnley Maltings, we took a trip down to the display suite, located in the building's original caretaker's residence.

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The townhouses at&nbsp;<a href="/new-apartments/burnley-maltings-richmond-45-gibdon-street-richmond">Burnley Maltings</a>, on the border of <a href="/developments/richmond-vic-3121?sort=">Richmond</a>, cater for multi-generational living but are low maintenance. All but one townhouse in the development of 37 residences offering three bedrooms, while several have a separate home office space and all have large rooftop terraces.

So far, Burnley Maltings has proven popular with downsizers from Melbourne's eastern suburbs, those who want to be closer to the action. The Gibdon Street development sits in close proximity to <a href="/new-townhouses/burnley-vic-3121">Burnley</a> Station, several parks with signiificant gardens, and Burnley's 18-hole golf course, which is currently being redesigned.

<a href="/news/vic/from-garden-suburb-to-commercial-hub-burnleys-next-phase-of-transformation">Read more:&nbsp;From garden suburb to commercial hub: Burnley's next phase of transformation</a>

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The townhouses will sit in landscaping by prominent landscaper Jack Merlo.

Burnley Maltings is on track to be completed in late 2025.

Read more:&nbsp;<a href="/news/vic/why-downsizers-are-flocking-to-burnley-maltings">Why downsizers are flocking to Burnley Maltings</a>

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So far, Burnley Maltings has proven popular with downsizers from Melbourne's eastern suburbs, those who want to be closer to the action

Inside Burnley Maltings: Urban's display suite tour of Burnley's most exciting new townhouse development

Resilience Latent Defects Insurance is changing the way people buy off the plan property in Australia.

This insurance, currently only available through Resilience Insurance, provides off the plan apartment buyers with a 10-year warranty on their new apartment and the building it's situated in.

The cover is purchased by the property developer/builder (pre-construction) and is designed to protect owners against any immediate or future problems with the structural components of their new property, from leaks to cracks and everything in between.

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<h2>Boosting Confidence in Off the Plan Apartments</h2>

In this evolving market, developers and project managers have a unique opportunity to enhance buyer confidence and drive sales through LDI. Offering a 10-year warranty on structural components of new apartments, LDI covers issues from leaks to cracks, providing a robust solution that has been a global staple for over seventy years.

<h2>Advantages for Developers and Buyers</h2>

LDI is a game-changer for the off-the-plan market. By incorporating LDI, developers ensure buyers receive comprehensive protection from the moment they take possession. This coverage not only addresses post-completion structural defects but also issues arising during the construction phase. Leading developers like Abadeen, Deicorp, Kanebridge, and Coronation Property have adopted LDI, witnessing increased sales and property value.

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<h2>Building Market Confidence</h2>

Corey Nugent, CEO of Resilience Insurance and a pioneer of LDI in Australia, emphasises that LDI enhances the construction process and post-settlement phase. With expert partners involved from the beginning, LDI ensures quality and reliability, alleviating concerns about structural integrity. This proactive approach is crucial in a market where trust in delivery quality is paramount.

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<h2>Economic Impact and Market Leadership</h2>

According to a survey by MatterFact, 60% of potential buyers are willing to pay over 1.5% of the apartment price for LDI coverage, making it a cost-effective investment for developers. Projects with LDI have reported a 4-5% price increase compared to those without, highlighting the financial benefits for developers. NSW Building Commissioner David Chandler supports LDI, viewing it as a pivotal reform aligned with the state's commitment to improving construction standards and reducing litigation.

For property developers and project managers, integrating LDI into their offerings is not just about insurance—it's about positioning themselves as industry leaders dedicated to quality and buyer assurance. LDI boosts buyer confidence, enhances project marketability, and contributes to resolving Australia's housing crisis by making off-the-plan purchases more attractive and secure.

<h2>Read more about Resilience Insurance Latent Defects Insurance</h2>

<a href="/news/what-is-latent-defects-insurance-and-is-it-bringing-confidence-to-the-off-the-plan-apartment-market">What is Latent Defects Insurance and is it bringing confidence to the off the plan apartment market?</a>

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For property developers and project managers, integrating LDI into their offerings is not just about insurance—it's about positioning themselves as industry leaders dedicated to quality and buyer assurance

Everything an off the plan developer and buyer needs to know about Resilience Latent Defects Insurance

Carly Cottam, Founder and CEO of MOTIV, offers valuable insights for buyers considering off-the-plan properties in South-East Queensland. As a respected leader in the property development community in Brisbane and the Gold Coast, Carly’s expertise provides practical advice for making informed decisions in the current market.

<h3>The MOTIV Difference</h3>

MOTIV, established four years ago, has swiftly made a name for itself by bridging the gap between in-house and agency sales teams. Carly explains that this hybrid model provides developers with the control of an in-house team and the broad market perspective of an external agency. For buyers, this translates to working with a team that has comprehensive industry knowledge and a wide view of various projects, ensuring a more informed and balanced perspective.

<h3>Benefits to Buyers</h3>

One of the key advantages of partnering with a company like MOTIV is the unbiased and experienced market feedback they provide. Carly notes that consumers today are more educated and discerning than ever before, often doing extensive research before making any property decisions. This informed approach is supported by MOTIV’s deep industry insights, helping buyers understand how different projects stack up against each other and what factors are most important in their decision-making process.

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<h3>Importance of Due Diligence</h3>

Carly emphasizes the importance of due diligence for anyone considering an off the plan property purchase. Buyers are encouraged to research developers thoroughly and ensure they are partnered with experienced professionals like property lawyers and financial brokers. MOTIV assists buyers in this process, ensuring they have the necessary support and information to make confident decisions.

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<h3>Early Engagement with Developers</h3>

For developers, engaging with project marketers like MOTIV early in the process is crucial. Carly highlights that initial workshops with the developer’s team, including designers and creative agencies, are vital to understanding the project’s context, target demographics, and overall feasibility. This early involvement ensures that the sales and marketing strategies are aligned with the project’s goals and funding requirements, setting the stage for a successful launch.

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<h3>Navigating Construction Challenges</h3>

Given the current construction climate in Queensland, exacerbated by the upcoming Olympics and significant infrastructure projects, securing a builder can be a challenge. Carly advises buyers to inquire about the developer’s relationships with builders and any existing agreements or intentions. Understanding the developer’s track record and their approach to securing construction services is essential in assessing the viability of a project.

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Carly emphasizes the importance of due diligence for anyone considering an off the plan property purchase

What off the plan buyers need to ask agents: Carly Cottam, Founder and CEO of MOTIV

Prominent property developer <a href="/developers/twt-property-group">TWT Property Group</a> has put together some of the most grandiose house proportions, unrivalled in the inner-city, harbourside suburb of Pyrmont.

The 11 residences that made up <a href="/buildings/grande-pyrmont-71c-harris-street-pyrmont">Grande Pyrmont</a> were built to the highest standards by iCIRT-rated builder <a href="/builders/decode">Decode Group</a> in late 2020. A few months later the development won the 2021 Best Low-Rise Residential Development Awards at the Urban Taskforce Development Excellence Awards.

Urban was invited on a tour of one of the final two homes in Grande Pyrmont, The Manor, the most impressive home in the collection.&nbsp;

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Purposefully unassuming from the front to blend into the 1800s <a href="/developments/pyrmont-nsw-2009">Pyrmont</a> character facades that make the harbourside suburb a historian’s dream, access to the terraced development from Harris Street is through a modest sandstone entry.&nbsp;

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The most prominent features of the home are the soaring spiral staircase, its full-floor master suite, a swimming pool adjoining an entertaining deck, and several terraces and balconies that offer uninterrupted views of the new Barangaroo towers.

There are now only two terraces left in Grande Pyrmont Bay, including The Manor, which has an asking price of $23 million.

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There are now only two terraces left in Grande Pyrmont Bay, including The Manor, which has an asking price of $23 million

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Inside Grande Pyrmont Bay Estate: Urban's display suite tour of TWT Property Group's luxury terrace, The Manor

ASX-listed developer Mirvac is continuing to position itself as one of the biggest apartment developers in Melbourne, with a string of their completed developments and new projects resulting in a huge contribution to the Melbourne apartment market.

One of their newest towers is <a data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.urban.com.au/new-apartments/trielle-at-yarras-edge-16-point-park-crescent-docklands&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1715126368950000&amp;usg=AOvVaw278ZIHnPwnmeJ2MGVfEyqc" href="/new-apartments/trielle-at-yarras-edge-docklands-16-point-park-crescent-docklands" target="_blank">Trielle</a>, part of the Yarra's Edge precinct <a data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.urban.com.au/developers/mirvac&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1715126368950000&amp;usg=AOvVaw1ddk-ImzH0WJSVM44ekpDc" href="/developers/mirvac" target="_blank">Mirvac</a> been masterfully developing for over two decades.

Perfectly positioned on the north-facing bank of the Yarra River, just two kilometres from Melbourne’s bustling CBD, Yarra’s Edge offers lush parks and playgrounds, a&nbsp;1.3 kilometre riverfront promenade, retail and dining options, and for boating enthusiasts – Marina YE.

Trielle&nbsp;is one of&nbsp;Mirvac's most amenity-filled projects they've ever developed, with every facility from a&nbsp;wellness centre designed by&nbsp;Australia’s leading&nbsp;spa expert Naomi Gregory&nbsp;complete with 25-metre lap pool and spa, biophilic gym, magnesium spa, cold-pail contrast treatment and day spa treatment rooms to hybrid and flexible work options including a resident library with business-class work pods as well as the Mills Place dedicated office spaces.

Relaxation and entertainment amenity has not been overlooked with a piano bar, resident dining room, cinema room, games room, golf simulator studio, teppanyaki barbecue with adjoining outdoor dining and dog wash bay being a welcome addition to every resident's home.

We recently visited Trielle's display suite, onsite at 16 Point Park Crescent, Docklands,&nbsp;to look at the development in more detail.

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ASX-listed developer Mirvac is continuing to position itself as one of the biggest apartment developers in Melbourne, with a string of their completed developments and new projects resulting in a huge contribution to the Melbourne apartment market.

Inside Trielle: Urban's display suite tour of Mirvac's latest stage at Yarra's Edge

Melbourne-based developer ICD Property has created two of Melbourne's tallest residential towers in the last five years.

Their Aspire tower was the fastest-selling project in 2019, selling a significant number of the near 600-apartment project quickly following its launch.

Since then the team has also moved into different markets.

They're currently undertaking a restoration and redevelopment of the <a href="/new-apartments/sydney-house-194-204-pitt-street-sydney">City Tattersall Club</a> in the <a href="/new-apartments/sydney-nsw">Sydney</a> CBD, while in Adelaide they're creating over 230 apartments in a new mixed-use precinct called Market Square.

With everything going on at ICD, we caught up with their Managing Director Matt Khoo to talk about ICD's approach to development.

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Since ICD was founded 15 years ago, they've delivered over 1,500 homes across Melbourne.

"Each one of them we've got the same philosophy: we want to build something that stands the test of time and really deliver value for our purchasers," Khoo says.

Khoo believes you're only as good as your team when it comes to creating a new project.

"We obviously employ the right people internally, but it's about the consultants, it's about the builders. We&nbsp;would only ever trust the build and the build quality, of something like <a href="/buildings/aspire-melbourne-301-king-st-melbourne">Aspire</a> or <a href="/buildings/eq-tower-127-abeckett-street-melbourne">EQ Tower</a>, or our project in Adelaide or Sydney, to tier one builders.

"We're crafting and designing it, they're only the tools, putting the materials in. They're backing themselves to say that it's going to last to the purchaser.

"We invest a lot with having the best consultants and the best builders. With the idea of doing the right thing, we can sleep comfortably at night knowing we have engaged in the absolute best."

To read more about ICD Property, visit their <a href="/developers/icd-property">Urban Profile here</a>.

With everything going on at ICD, we caught up with their Managing Director Matt Khoo to talk about ICD's approach to development

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