Brisbane-based developer <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/red-co">Red &amp; Co</a> has made a striking debut on the Gold Coast, officially unveiling its $250 million COMO development in Varsity Lakes, a lifestyle-driven residential project anchored by an extensive rooftop wellness and activity precinct.

Having recently launched to market, construction has already been fast-tracked by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/builders/5point-projects">5Point Projects</a>, ensuring momentum continues on what is set to become a landmark residential address for the growing Varsity Lakes community.

Located at 22 Lake Street, Varsity Lakes, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/como-varsity-lakes-22-lake-street-varsity-lakes-qld-4227">COMO</a> will comprise 156 apartments across 16 levels, comprising one-, two- and three-bedroom residences designed for modern living. However, it is the project’s rooftop amenity offering that sets COMO apart.

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Designed as a dedicated wellness and recreation hub, the rooftop will feature a 25-metre lap pool, fully equipped gymnasium, and multiple pickleball and paddleball courts - amenities rarely seen in boutique apartment projects.

Residents will also have access to a sauna and plunge baths, while landscaped gardens and relaxation zones will provide tranquil spaces overlooking sweeping panoramic views across the Gold Coast skyline.

The rooftop precinct has been designed to function as the social and wellness heart of the development, encouraging residents to embrace an active, balanced lifestyle within their own building.

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Red &amp; Co director David Laverty said the amenity offering was central to the project’s design from the outset.

“Amenities were at the forefront of our decisions,” Laverty said.

“Buyers today are looking for more than just an apartment - they want a lifestyle that promotes health, connection and balance.

“The rooftop at COMO has been designed to be the epicentre of that lifestyle, with a suite of wellness and recreation facilities that are quite unique for a boutique development of this scale.”

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Designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/bda-architecture">BDA Architecture</a>, the residences prioritise liveability, featuring spacious layouts, 2.7-metre ceilings and high-quality finishes throughout.

The development sits beside Bond University, placing residents within walking distance of education, retail and dining options within the vibrant Varsity Lakes precinct, including Robina Town Centre, Varsity Lakes Train Station and a range of leading schools.

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Laverty said the location was a key driver behind Red &amp; Co’s decision to bring the project to the Gold Coast.

“<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/varsity-lakes-qld-4227">Varsity Lakes</a> was a clear choice for us to invest in as it’s a lifestyle hub that seamlessly blends lakeside living with urbanity,” he said.&nbsp;

“Como will capitalize on this great location, delivering a project that not only creates premium homes, but a lifestyle defined by community, wellbeing, and connectivity.”

Red &amp; Co has delivered more than 500 apartments and townhouses across 26 projects in Brisbane in recent years, with COMO marking the company’s first major Gold Coast development.

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Red & Co unveils amenity-rich Como development in Varsity Lakes

Gold Coast developer&nbsp;<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/big-projects">Big Projects</a> has secured approval for its second Mermaid Beach project.

The developer, currently selling <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/the-frederick-mermaid-beach-2265-gold-coast-highway-mermaid-beach-qld-4218">The Frederick in Nobby Beach</a>, has secured approval for its next project just 1.5 kilomnetres up the road.

The new development, dubbed&nbsp;<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/glenelg-residences-2462-2472-gold-coast-highway-mermaid-beach-qld-4218">Glenelg Residences</a>, has been designed by BDA Architecture and&nbsp;will have just under 100 apartments across an 11-storey building&nbsp;at 2462–2472 Gold Coast Highway, on the corner of Glenelg Avenue just under 300m from the future Mermaid Beach Light Rail stop.

The apartments, a mix of two- and three-bedrooms, will sit above a retail-focused ground plane and under extensive rooftop resident amenities.

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BDA said in its planning submission that the project is intended to support the area’s transition toward higher-density, mixed-use living. “This project offers the opportunity to generate appropriate higher-intensity development within the future Light Rail corridor of <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/mermaid-beach-qld-4218">Mermaid Beach</a>,” the submission noted.

At ground level, Glenelg Residences will include eight retail tenancies designed to activate the street frontage, complemented by a basement bar offering an additional hospitality element. Above, residents will have access to a rooftop amenity deck featuring an infinity pool, hot and cold plunge spas, day beds, and barbecue facilities.

The architectural approach adopts a restrained material palette of brick, textured concrete, and integrated landscaping, with cantilevered concrete frames and cascading planting intended to soften the built form. BDA described the design as aiming to create “a memorable sculptural mid-rise mixed-use building” that responds to both its coastal setting and urban context.

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The approval comes as the City of Gold Coast continues to plan for significant population growth, with regional targets requiring more than 100,000 new high-density dwellings by 2046.

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Big Projects, led by Matthew and John Barrett, is part of a growing cohort of developers that deliver construction in-house, providing a high level of confidence to prospective purchasers.
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Big Projects secures approval for Glenelg Residences in Mermaid Beach

Sherpa Group is ramping up its investment in the southern Gold Coast by lodging a development application for <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/flourish-viver-87-griffith-street-coolangatta-qld-4225">Flourish Viveré</a>, a new $350 million project in Coolangatta.

The move comes after the group’s $27 million acquisition of the 2,029 sqm site on the corner of Griffith and Warner Street, last year.

They will develop 194 apartments across a 26-storey tower, which will become Sherpa’s largest project to date.

Viveré will be the next chapter in the Flourish story, following closely behind Amargo, Oasis, and the Avenues in Palm Beach, as well as Symphony in Brisbane, all designed to deliver affordable housing in lifestyle-rich locations, giving locals a real chance to secure a residence close to the beachfront.

The HAL Architect-designed project will offer a diverse range of residences, from one-, two, and three- bedroom apartments to the premium Canopy range to luxury penthouses.

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“The Gold Coast is undergoing a period of immense growth, with more people drawn to the incredible 
lifestyle that’s available, leading to strong growth in property prices,” said Christie Leet, founder of Sherpa 
Group.

“Our goal at Sherpa is to ensure locals are not priced out of the market in prime locations, which is why we 
created the Flourish collection.

“Flourish Vivere will form the next chapter in our portfolio, and we are so excited to be lodging the DA, marking our first project in Coolangatta.”

A signature of the Flourish developments is the communal rooftop. Flourish Vivere will showcase a private resident’s lounge, outdoor dining with barbecues and pizza ovens, heated pool, fully-equipped gym, and a wellness centre with sauna and steam room.

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The project is strategically located to offer a walkable lifestyle, with the Strand shopping centre, cafes, restaurants, shops and the beach, all just a short stroll away.

“We have meticulously planned Vivere to build on the Flourish legacy, creating a truly special project,”&nbsp;Leet added.

“Wellness, lifestyle and community are at the forefront of every decision we make, and that has not 
changed for Vivere.”

With the DA now lodged with the Gold Coast City Council, Sherpa has moved quickly to secure LPS Group as the builder, offering buyers a level of certainty that is rarely seen in today’s market.

Sherpa has delivered 16 residential projects over the past seven years with a pipeline of $1 billion, with more under construction.

Sherpa takes Flourish brand to Coolangatta, lays plans for Flourish Vivere 

S&amp;S Projects is boosting its investment at Rainbow Bay to more than $1 billion after the prolific Gold Coast developer acquired a new site for $20.25 million and immediately laid plans for a new luxury apartment project in the sought-after precinct.

The site, which is the company’s fifth acquisition at Rainbow Bay in the past four years, will be home to the company’s largest project to date after delivering 3 sold-out projects and construction progresses on Radia worth a combined $215m. 
S&amp;S Projects is currently finalising plans for its latest strategic acquisition, a 1,518 sqm site located 209-213 Boundary Street in Coolangatta, with a development application expected to be lodged within weeks.

The luxury residential development will build on the company’s highly successful projects at Rainbow Bay, comprising Flow, Awaken, Esprit and Radia, with Radia currently under construction by Hutchinson Builders.

“We have been unflinching in our commitment to Rainbow Bay and the transformation we have helped drive in this incredible part of the Gold Coast, which is among the city’s most desirable residential locations,” said S&amp;S Projects founder and director Paul Gedoun.

“Our fifth project will reflect the best of what we have done so far to create a lifestyle precinct that is second to none.”

The latest development, which has yet to be named, is proposed to accommodate 88 luxury apartments in a design that will immerse residents in a unique wellness lifestyle that expands on the legacy of S&amp;S Project’s earlier developments at Rainbow Bay.

The development will feature an expansive rooftop garden and wellness centre with a resort- style pool, among a host of lifestyle amenities planned for residents.

“Rainbow Bay, with its beautiful, protected beach and alongside one of the world’s best surf breaks at Snapper Rocks, is the natural wellness heartland of the Gold Coast,” said Gedoun.

“We are taking every advantage to create a truly unique rooftop wellness experience with a natural feel for residents, offering stone features throughout and an underlying theme that emulates a botanical garden.”

The latest acquisition comes as S&amp;S Projects is at the completion of Esprit and construction continues on Radia, which are part of their significant portfolio undertaken by the company at Rainbow Bay since 2022.

The $215 million Radia, which comprises 38 apartments, is currently the flagship development by S&amp;S Projects at Rainbow Bay which is expected to be completed in 2027.

Jayde Pezet, of Pezet Matheson, which has managed sales and marketing for S&amp;S Projects across their Gold Coast portfolio, emphasised the developer’s commitment to continuous improvement and excellence.

“S&amp;S Projects continue to elevate the benchmark of luxury with each development," Pezet said.

“We have worked with S&amp;amp;S on their 4 other projects in Rainbow Bay and their approach reflects a team that is constantly learning, refining, and pushing the standard higher.

“Their hyper-local knowledge and deep expertise within the luxury property sector are what truly set them apart, allowing them to deliver projects that feel both globally sophisticated and authentically connected to their coastal environment”

S&amp;S Projects plans to officially launch its latest project at Rainbow Bay in the second half of this year.

“As we embark on our largest project yet, we have pulled out all stops to create another landmark development that truly reflects the relaxed southern Gold Coast lifestyle,” Gedoun added.

S&S buys $20m Rainbow Bay site for fifth beachside apartment project

Japandi, an emerging design trend that combines Scandinavian functionality with Japanese rustic minimalism, remains relatively untested in Australia’s residential development market.

As developers look to differentiate their projects and offer something distinct to buyers, Brisbane-based developer Lantona has embraced the hybrid style for its recently launched Toowong apartment project, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/koya-residences-6-josling-street-toowong-qld-4066">Koya Residences</a>, with early response to the design proving positive.

Lantona entrusted Red Door Architecture and interiors practice Luma Design Co with delivering the Japandi brief. The approach blends Japanese minimalism with Scandinavian functionality, emphasising warm, restrained interiors, natural materials and clean lines. Drawing on the Japanese concept of wabi-sabi (beauty in imperfection) and the Scandinavian principle of hygge (comfort and cosiness), it creates serene, uncluttered and sustainable living environments.

These design principles are expressed throughout the Josling Street development, both in its exterior form and across the 40 one-, two- and three-bedroom residences within.

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Koya reflects a deliberately scaled approach, with the five-storey form designed to align with the surrounding residential streetscape rather than dominate it.

“Koya is conceived as a building that sits comfortably within its surroundings. Every decision, from material selection to spatial planning, has been guided by long-term liveability and enduring relevance,” the developer said.

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Positioned within an established inner-west neighbourhood, the development sits near riverfront parklands and the Bicentennial Bikeway, while remaining within walking distance of Toowong Village and multiple public transport options connecting to the CBD, St Lucia and West End.

Lantona said the location was central to the project’s conception, pointing to Toowong’s balance of green space, transport access and proximity to major education institutions.

“<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/toowong-qld-4066">Toowong</a> combines river access, walkability, immediate CBD connection and a strong educational presence. That balance made it the obvious setting for Koya.”

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Communal amenity is concentrated on the rooftop, where a shared retreat will include a pool, dining areas and outdoor spaces oriented towards neighbourhood and city views. The design allows for both private use and small gatherings, extending the living environment beyond individual apartments.

Koya enters the market at a time when smaller-scale developments are becoming less common in established suburbs, with many recent projects in the suburb shooting for the sky.

In a nod of confidence,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/builders/brisbane-builders">Brisbane Builders</a>&nbsp;has already commenced construction on the building, which is slated for completion in early 2027. Keenan &amp; Byrne is marketing Koya.

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Japandi-inspired Koya Residences launch in Toowong

Bilinga

Luxury penthouse offerings have become a must within Gold Coast apartment developments, and the latest project by Pacific View is stepping up to the plate with Navini.&nbsp;

Situated within the sought-after suburb of Bilinga, Navini takes advantage of its beachfront position, nestled between Currumbin and Coolangatta, and the village-like atmosphere of Tugun.&nbsp;

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Spanning two levels, Navini delivers two penthouses, the North and South Penthouse, which sit atop a further 13 apartments.&nbsp;

Delivering an expansive 445 sqm of living space, access to the residences is via a direct lift, with the crowning jewels of the project designed to embrace the indulgent sense of lifestyle penthouse living is supposed to offer.&nbsp;

Designed by Boker Architecture and the award-winning studio Boris Design, the penthouses feature four-bedrooms, in addition to four-bathrooms and two car spaces, with residents set to benefit from further amenity in the form of an exclusive rooftop master suite and private plunge pool.&nbsp;

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The expansive living spaces are made up of a refined palette inspired by the neighbouring coastline, with custom joinery, timber flooring, stone benchtops and premium Miele appliance fitting out the residences.&nbsp;

Construction is due to kick off shortly on the project, with Groupline Construction set to bring over 60 years of experience to the build.&nbsp;

Completion of Navini is slated for the second half of 2024.

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Inside the expansive penthouses crowning Navini, Bilinga 

Leading south-east Queensland developer Siera Property Group has purchased a prime absolute beachfront site at Bilinga on the southern end of the Gold Coast for $16 million.&nbsp;

The 1,214 sqm at 303 Golden Four Drive has existing development approval for an 11-storey residential building comprising 19 three and four-bedroom apartments and penthouses, and premium resident amenities.&nbsp;

Siera Founder and Managing Director, Brent Thompson, said the site’s beachfront location, existing DA approval and advanced construction negotiations added significant value and made it a strategic addition to the group’s growing Gold Coast portfolio.&nbsp;

“The existing development approval is 50 per cent higher than other existing approvals in the area, enabling the penthouses and apartments on the upper levels to access sweeping ocean views, north to the Broadbeach-Surfers Paradise skyline and out to the hinterland mountains,’’ Thompson said.&nbsp;

“The existing approval also cuts 12 to 15 months off our project timeline, allowing us to move quickly on construction.&nbsp;

“We have been talking with several builders who are keen to be involved in this project, with one highly engaged builder working toward a June 2023 start.”&nbsp;

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Thompson said Ellivo Architects, who completed the original development application, are continuing on the project and will soon lodge a minor change to the DA to improve the floor plans for the new project, <a href="/new-apartments/pipis-bilinga-303-golden-four-drive-bilinga-qld-4225">Pipis Bilinga</a>.&nbsp;

“We are leaving the rest of the building design untouched as it already is very beautiful,” he said.&nbsp;

“Sites with direct beach access are becoming increasingly rare and our research demonstrated a growing undersupply of luxury apartments in what remains an affordable beachside suburb.&nbsp;

“Absolute beachfront at Bilinga generally is between $13,500-$15,000 per square metre, compared to other areas of the Gold Coast that command up $20,000 per sqm.’’&nbsp;

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Antonio Mercuri, of development site amalgamation specialists GV Property Group, sold the prime site. Mercuri said the site offered a rare proposition which doesn't come around often.

"True uplift was supported here from its unique 11 level approval, where the majority of projects are maxed out at seven or eight levels in the area," Mercuri says.

"The approved DA brings a quality designed building that is backboned by the A-Grade beachfront position in the highly demanded southern Gold Coast."

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Mercuri and his team sold&nbsp;309 Golden Four Drive, now Si Bilinga, and then 313 Golden Four Drive, now the apartment project Navani, and neither project pushed for the 50 per cent uplift in height that that 303 Golden Four Drive&nbsp;achieved.&nbsp;&nbsp;

The <a href="/new-apartments/pipis-bilinga-303-golden-four-drive-bilinga-qld-4225">Bilinga development</a> will be Siera’s third tower development on Gold Coast.&nbsp;

The group’s sculptural 22-storey Tapestry development on Chevron Island is now selling and last month Gold Coast City Council approved its application for a 25-storey tower on Enderley Avenue in Surfers Paradise.&nbsp;

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“Siera has made a long-term commitment to the Gold Coast, delivering high standards of design and lifestyle amenity in established locations,’’ Thompson said.&nbsp;

“Our niche is identifying locations that are undervalued and are commencing their "coming of age" and we then look to design, or in this case modify the design, to suit our future residents.&nbsp;

“Our vision for Bilinga is to provide a premium owner-occupier experience that reflects the area’s relaxed beachside lifestyle, with all residences enjoying high-end facilities and uninterrupted ocean views. It will be as unique as it is stunning.”&nbsp;

Bilinga and neighbouring Tugun and Kirra are undergoing a significant regentrification with several new cafes and restaurants under development. The location is also close to local surf clubs, Southern Cross University, Gold Coast Airport and the Coolangatta-Tweed Heads entertainment precinct.&nbsp;

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Siera secure beachfront Bilinga site for third Gold Coast apartment development, Pipis Bilinga

The enviable beachfront enclave of Bilinga is heating up as a hotspot for developers.&nbsp;

As developers look to line the golden stretches of the Gold Coast and beyond, Bilinga has positioned itself as one of the most sought-after spots.&nbsp;

Located just moments from the bustling townships of Tugan and Coolangatta, Bilinga offers a retreat from the outside world while remaining connected to some of the best the Gold Coast has to offer.&nbsp;

From beachside cafes to retail, gourmet restaurants and bars with an ocean view – the southern Gold Coast has it all. There are beachfront dining experiences, casual coffee spots, and after dark hotspots within easy reach, as well as boutiques within walking distance and major shopping centres a short drive from home.

Golden Four Drive is the best and most sought-after street, with some developments touching the sand.

We’ve taken a look at some of the best residences coming to the enviable Bilinga.

<h1>NUSA&nbsp;</h1>

Nusa is a rare offering to hit Bilinga. The development of just six house-sized villas at 135 Golden Four Drive span a generous 240 sqm to 260 sqm, and feature Palm Spring-inspired interiors by&nbsp;Mi Design Studio.

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Crowning each villa is a private rooftop terrace on the upper level, boasting north easterly aspects with ocean views, along with a kitchenette/bar and servery and a multi-purpose room.&nbsp;

Select apartments can also elect to have a private terrace pool, while exclusive yard space will also be provided, perfect for resident’s with pets.&nbsp;

Internally, residences feature timber floors and ducted air conditioning, and kitchen's are kitted out with Miele appliances, luxury stone appointments, and butler’s pantries.&nbsp;

A communal outdoor shower will be provided within Nusa, catering to the beachgoers who want to leave the sand at the door, along with a pet wash bay.&nbsp;

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Less than 100 metres from the sand, Nusa is located moments from a number of Goldie hotspots, including both Bilinga and Kirra Beach, as well as the relaxed hub of Coolangatta, which boasts The Strand and a range of coastie cafes and eateries.&nbsp;

<h1>Navini</h1>

Navini is the most high-end project in Bilinga, right on the beachfront.

The project of just 15 three and four-bedroom apartments and penthouses at 313 Golden Four Drive is the fourth beachfront project for developers Pacific View.

They've got Groupline to build the project which has sizes ranging between 274 sqm and 450 sqm. They start from $2.98 million.

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The apartments will span half a floor across the eight-level building.

One ground floor level apartment will be delivered, befitting from its own courtyard and pool, in addition to two dual level penthouses, which take in the panoramic oceans views from Surfers Paradise to the peeling point breaks of Kirra and Snapper Rocks.&nbsp;

Navini is located on the absolute beachfront, midway along Golden Four Drive, between Tugun and Kirra Beach.

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Residents will enjoy the eight kilometre ocean pathway that extends from Currumbin Point right down to Rainbow Bay and Tweed Heads, while bathers and board riders will be at home with the world class point breaks at The Alley, Kirra, Snapper and Greenmount, all just five minutes from the steps of Navini.&nbsp;

The Southern Cross University and International Airport are also just three minutes from the steps of the project.&nbsp;

<h1>Lana</h1>

Sydney developers Arena Property Group have launched their first development in the Gold Coast, LANA.

Renowned architect BDA are on board to deliver the coastal-inspired designs, collaborating with landscape architects, LDG LA.

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Nestled between Golden Four Drive and the sandy shores of Bilinga, Lana is a collection 23 apartments, broken up into nine three-bedroom beachfront apartments, including a penthouse and ground floor beach house, and 14 two-bedroom units.

Inspired by its stunning natural surrounds, Lana is tailored to its location and designed as a perfect fit with beachfront Bilinga life. From the gentle wave-like curves to the thoughtfully planned amenities, every detail is authentic, luxurious, and purely Bilinga.

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Inspired by resort-style luxury, Lana welcomes residences with a landscaped entrance, and considered lobby area.&nbsp;

Level nine homes an infinity edge pool and barbecue area for residents.

Golden Four Drive is the best and most sought-after street, with some developments touching the sand

What's for sale in Bilinga, Gold Coast's pared back, popular beachfront enclave

It's not just buyers who are lining up to head to up to the Gold Coast, it's developers too.

The Sydney-based builder developer Arena Property Group, who have a long history of developing across the whole of Sydney, have just kicked off their first project on the Coast, making the move north for the lifestyle on offer.

"It was a bit of a change of direction but ultimately what has led us, and so many people particularly over the last few years, is the relaxed lifestyle the Gold Coast offers," Arena Property Group says.

"It has all the beauty, and the beaches, without the density or the busyness of the city."

Arena kicked off their Gold Coast development journey in Currumbin which has development approval. They've recently launched it's second project, LANA, in the quiet southern Gold Coast pocket Bilinga, just north of Coolangatta.

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The 23-apartment absolute beachfront project on Golden Four Drive, Bilinga's best street, was designed by BDA who were inspired by the pure beauty of Bilinga.

"The coastal palette of vertical and horizontal timber-look louvres and a render finish to match the beach beyond will provide an elegant and timeless boutique residential development," BDA note.

There are nine three-bedroom apartments in the seven-level building, and 14 two-bedroom apartments, which start from $1.15 million.

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The building is crowned by an infinity edge rooftop pool, and a level nine communal space aimed at working from home or socialising on the resident's terrace.

Arena Property Group says that Bilinga offers a family-friendly area, at an equally affordable price point.

"If you go north or south, you're not getting much change out of $4 million if you're looking for a true beachfront apartment," the company note.

"While Kirra, Rainbow Bay are high demand areas, there's no apartments on the beach. That is something Bilinga has, which is rare for the Gold Coast. We're not developing anymore beachfront land, so anything fronting the sand will always be sought-after"

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Arena are hoping to get the go ahead for KORA, a collection of just seven apartments on Pacific Parade, facing Currumbin Beach.

The Arena team really wanted Currumbin to be the first spot the team developed in.

"We've always loved coming up for holidays to Currumbin.

"Gold Coast living is still very much preserved in Currumbin. Where other beach suburbs have become a bit of a concrete jungle, Currumbin has held onto what makes it special.

Arena knew the level of commitment to keeping the enclave that way, so he knew that there was going to be some resistance for a new development.

But there was a strong support from council for the project, which was designed by Plus Architecture to blend seamlessly into the current surrounds.

The town planning report suggested the&nbsp;architectural philosophy paid homage to the traditional ‘timber and tin’ beach shacks, evoking the relaxed sense of beachfront living, embracing high-quality, sub-tropical design which blends seamlessly into the beachside character of the site and its setting.

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The 23-apartment absolute beachfront project on Golden Four Drive, Bilinga's best street, was designed by BDA who were inspired by the pure beauty of Bilinga.

Beachfront Bilinga apartment project LANA launches

It's a sought after pocket of the Goldie for a reason, with sprawling stretches of golden sand lining the shores of Bilinga.&nbsp;

As new and absolute beachfront apartments come few and far between in the tightly held Gold Coast market, luxury coastal developers, Pacific View may have just launched one of the enviable project to date.

The group are no strangers to the exclusive pocket, with their latest project marking their fifth venture into the Bilinga waters.&nbsp;

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Climbing seven-storeys, Navini will deliver absolute beachfront living, with 13 half-floor residences and two two-level penthouses.&nbsp;

The 313 Golden Four Drive site will boast sprawling layouts, ranging from 274 sqm to 444 sqm, with three or four-bedroom plus multi-purpose room floorplans.&nbsp;

“Our masterfully crafted residences are inspired not only by the places we create, but by how they enrich the lives of the people who call them home,” Pacific View say.&nbsp;

“Our approach delivers house-sized luxury coastal residences for the owner-occupier, boasting large spaces that seamlessly complement the natural environment to capture panoramic pacific ocean views stretching from Coolangatta to Surfers Paradise and beyond.”

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Facing east and embracing the morning sun, Navini captures the expansive views that frame the iconic beaches from Coolangatta to Currumbin.&nbsp;

One ground floor level apartment will benefit from its own courtyard and pool, with the remaining stock spaced out with two apartments per floor.&nbsp;

The two dual level penthouses will encapsulate the ultimate sense of luxury throughout, while taking in panoramic ocean views from Surfers Paradise to the peeling point breaks of Kirra and Snapper Rocks.&nbsp;

For ultimate exclusivity, each residents’ will also enjoy direct lift access into each of the homes.

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In a collaborative effort, Navini has been crafted by Bokor Architecture and award-winning studio Boris Design, with interiors by Studio Collective.

Born out of a love of nature, Navini incorporates an abundance of natural light, while featuring&nbsp; smooth contemporary lines and curved details.

Internally, a refined colour palette fuses with timber flooring and stone bench tops, to create an elegant coastal design, complimented further by high-quality joinery and Miele appliances.

Entertaining spaces seamlessly flow from kitchen, living and dining out to the balcony to blur the lines between inside and out, with each terrace-style balcony equipped with built-in barbecues.&nbsp;

“Navini is inspired by the glistening ocean waves and the rolling sand dunes. The interior palette is subtle and inviting, understated in its connection to the surroundings,” says Studio Collective’s Casey Talbot.

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A private east facing communal pool and lounge area will be located on the ground floor, in addition to residents benefitting from easy access to the neighbouring beach.&nbsp;

Navini is located on the absolute beachfront, midway along Golden Four Drive, between Tugun and Kirra Beach.

An eight-kilometre ocean pathway passes on the doorstep of the site, extending from Currumbin Point right down to Rainbow Bay and Tweed Heads.

For bathers and board riders, world class point breaks can be found at The Alley, Kirra, Snapper and Greenmount, all of which are within five minutes from Navini.

Major shopping can be found at Coolangatta, along with a smorgasbord of cafe’s and surf clubs scattered along the coastal strip, while the Southern Cross University and International Airport are within a three-minute drive.

Construction is soon to commence with South-East Queenslander’s, Groupline, handling the build, with completion slated for June 2024.

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The 313 Golden Four Drive site will boast sprawling layouts, ranging from 274 sqm to 444 sqm, with three or four-bedroom plus multi-purpose room floorplans. 

Navini launches in sought after Gold Coast pocket 

The boom in the southern Gold Coast property market has seen buyers encountering at least one of two problems; a shortage of quality stock, or anything priced under $2 million.&nbsp;The high demand from locals and interstate purchasers has seen beachside projects that may have been on the market for six months usually, sell-out in half of that time, some even selling out after a database send. That’s left buyers waiting and wondering when the next opportunity will be to buy into the highly coveted coastal strip.

The high prices being achieved for apartments has resulted in land becoming more and more difficult to find, and more expensive. That, paired with continually problematic build costs, makes it difficult for developers to enable boutique projects to stack up. They inevitably must pass those added costs onto the buyers, who are now paying a premium to be a part of the southern Gold Coast lifestyle.&nbsp;

But a savvy purchase of a prime Bilinga site by a local development team means Nusa, a collection of just six luxury villas a stones throw from the beach, can offer something that nowhere else in the immediate vicinity can.&nbsp;

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“With substantial increases in land value and construction costs since acquiring the site, we don't see villas of this size, quality and proximity to beach being repeated at these prices," Matt Thompson from developer Coastech Projects says.

Olindah Property Group's Nicole Riley says there's nothing like this kind of development on the southern Gold Coast, certainly not east of the Gold Coast Highway, for under $2 million.&nbsp;

Prices at Nusa start from under $1.8 million for 243 sqm, and the attractive price point saw three of the six villas sell almost immediately when Olindah fired out the opportunity to their database.&nbsp;

Demolition is soon to start on the 760 sqm site, which currently homes an original block of flats dating back to the 1970s. Genco Construction will be on site next month, with new residents being able to move in by September 2023.&nbsp;

Genco and the developer, veteran local builder turned developer Coastech, are the same team who delivered the luxury home, The Bilinga Hideaway, down the road at 173 Golden Four Drive, which was completed earlier this year. The coastal home recently sold for just under $3 million - and Riley says it's been a confidence booster for prospective purchasers to be able to point to one of the best houses in Bilinga as a completed development with the team also taking some learnings to fine tune their target market.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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Thompson says the team are delivering the same level of quality at Nusa.

“We identified a gap in the market for right-sizers looking to transition from their family house into a maintenance-free beachside lifestyle without sacrificing on size or quality," Thompson says.

"So, we decided to take a unique approach for a development, by under developing the site to pave the way for an ultra-boutique project of just six spacious villas, being the perfect hybrid between a house and apartment.

While there's a lot of exciting projects coming or underway in Bilinga, Nusa is the only non-apartment project, so we have a really unique&nbsp;point of difference for buyers” Thompson adds.&nbsp;

Just three Nusa villas remain, priced at $1,799,000 (Villa Two), $1,899,000 (Villa Three), and $1,929,000 (Villa One), each with a unique offering. Villa One has street front appeal and the option to add a plunge pool to the rear. Villa Three has been designed with northeast balconies to optimise ocean views.&nbsp;

Each villa has three bedrooms across 240 to 250 sqm of usable space, which includes two designated living areas.

The main living, kitchen and dining area is on the first level, and the three bedrooms on level two. Level three can be a multi-purpose space, with the option to have a fourth master bedroom, a second living area, a gym, or a home office. This level opens to a rooftop terrace with a kitchenette and views over the beach. The ground has a double car garage, storage and exclusive use yard.&nbsp;

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"Our owners get the luxury of a private double garage and an exclusive yard space while still capturing ocean views at a reasonable price," Thompson says.

"For most owners, Nusa will be one of their last property purchases, so we future-proofed each home by including private lifts," Thompson says.&nbsp;

Confirming the prime location, two of the buyers are from arguably the two best street's in their suburbs. One downsizer family is set to move from Palm Beach's Jefferson Lane, the other is building on Hedges Avenue, Mermaid Beach's millionaire's row.&nbsp;

The third purchaser came from Brisbane and intends to enjoy the villa for themselves when it's completed in mid-2023.&nbsp;

"We're very fortunate in that the property market in Sydney and Melbourne is seeing a modest correction, whereas the Gold Coast isn't suffering the same fate," Riley added.&nbsp;

"There's still new people moving here, wanting to park their money in the blue chip Gold Coast coastal strip, as they see long term growth in the area.”

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Olindah Property Group's Nicole Riley says there's nothing like this kind of development on the southern Gold Coast, certainly not east of the Gold Coast Highway, for under $2 million.

Nusa Bilinga: Offering a rightsizer lifestyle which can't be repeated

A collection of former footballers have teamed up to make their Gold Coast development debut, and they've picked one of the Coast's most emerging spots.

Former Socceroo and Sydney FC legend Alex Brosque has teamed up with current Sydney FC captain Alex Wilkinson and former footballer Brendan Renaud to create a boutique development on Bilinga's Golden Four Drive, just one row back from the beach.

The plans, lodged through an entity Bella Felicita, have been put together by Gold Coast design studio, Impact Design, who note in their design statement that the&nbsp;contemporary design respects the surrounding coastal environment whilst also providing an increased density of living.

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"The considered details of the facade will enhance the neighbourhood of Bilinga and the streetscape of Golden Four Drive," the report reads.

"The built form was designed to make privacy a priority while still allowing each unit to capture potential views. The facade partially shuts off to the noise and harsh western sun while still allowing glimpses of the mountains beyond and opens up to the eastern pacific ocean views.

"The materiality, colours and form of the building have been carefully considered in keeping with the coastal locality. Light tones and soft curves resemble the undulating sands and waves of the nearby beaches."

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There will be just 11 apartments, including two penthouses, across seven levels. The apartments cater for families given their size, Impact Design suggest.

The building is mostly three-bedroom apartments, with the exceptions a two-bedroom apartments on the ground level and the two four-bedroom, full floor penthouses. The top penthouse has its own private rooftop terrace with a spa.

Each apartment features living spaces which flow to outdoor entertaining areas.&nbsp;

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The 759 sqm block currently homes&nbsp;a two-level brick and fibro home which will be demolished before construction. Next door is a three-level brick duplex which is also soon to make way. That will be replaced by a new for a six-unit, four-level townhouse development.&nbsp;

Town Planner, Zone, said it is evident that the site is located within an urban area that is extremely well located with regard to proximity to high frequency transport, commercial services, retail services and public recreation space.

"Commercial land uses are located in Coolangatta to the south, and the Neighbourhood Centre Zone of Bilinga to the north-west," Zone's report read.

"The site is highly accessible with excellent links to surrounding road networks, high levels of walkability, and a range of bus services along Golden Four Drive."

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There will be just 11 apartments, including two penthouses, across seven levels. The apartments cater for families given their size, Impact Design suggest.

First look: Former Socceroo's set for first Gold Coast apartment development

There&#39;s not enough development sites to go around at the moment on the Gold Coast, as developers scramble for their next project amid quick sell-outs.

Ignite Projects boss Josh Foote reckons prices have just about doubled in the last 12 months, as vendors expectations continue to grow.

GV Property Group, the site amalgamation specialists, are expecting high demand for their latest off-market listing, a near beachfront development opportunity in Bilinga.

The 795 sqm site, at 135 Golden Four Drive, previously had approval for 12 apartments, however the site is being sold with a scheme in place for a boutique development of 20 luxury apartments, designed by EMK Architects.

GV Property Group&#39;s Luke Reaby says there&#39;s a limited number of luxury projects on the market in the area, with very limited planned beachfront supply.

&quot;We are getting calls every day around beachfront sites, however these sites come with significant premiums and insatiable competition&#39;&quot;, Reaby says.

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GV Property Group has an expressions of interest campaign running to October 29.

The Bilinga market has been relatively untapped compared to its neighbouring areas of Coolangatta and Palm Beach.

The nearby Si Bilinga apartment project, by developer IDS Property, spans nine levels and has 15 apartments designed by Gatehouse Architects. That sits a few hundred metres up the road&nbsp;at&nbsp;309 Golden Four Drive,&nbsp;previously sold by GV Property Group last year.

Sherpa Property Group sold out their yet-to-be-built&nbsp;202 Perspective, the boutique five whole-floor apartment, which is less than 500 metres away at 202 Pacific Street, on the beachfront.

Sherpa has announced they are looking for four sites in 2022.

Both Si and 202 Perspective have similar zoning and development potential to the current opportunity, Reaby advises.

Two months ago, GV Property Group also sold 55 Golden Four Drive off-market to Brisbane Developer,&nbsp;Cielo Group, which is&nbsp;poised&nbsp;to create nine full-floor luxury apartments&nbsp;

CBRE&#39;s Nicholas Clydsdale says the heightened demand from all types of domestic purchasers has seen smaller-sized boutique projects in demand, with the site a prime example to take advantage of the current market conditions.

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&quot;Golden Four Drive is a growth area in the southern Gold Coast,&quot; Clydsdale says.

&quot;This strength is primarily led by a shortage in supply in the area. The site is close to genuine amenity including the Tugun and Coolangatta shopping precincts.

&quot;The lack of new product available, coupled with strong demand for beachside product, has created high levels of pent up demand for high quality residential in this location.&quot;

Clydesdale reckons around $8,500 per sqm to $10,000 per sqm is achievable under current market conditions, if the finish is similar to that of the likes of Bensons Chevron One development, Signature Broadbeach, or Acqua Palm Beach.

He says apartments level four or higher could see better returns given the heightened beach and ocean view potential.

Urbis town planner Patrick Hefferan says the site has strong development potential, particularly for a mid-rise residential development.

GV Property Group's Luke Reaby says there's a limited number of luxury projects on the market in the area, with very limited planned beachfront supply

Apartment developers queue up as Gold Coast beachfront sites tighten further

The beachfront boom in Bilinga is continuing with yet more apartment development plans filed to the local council.

And success has been had on the tightly held beachfront, which has been starved of brand new stock in the last few years compared to its coastal neighbours.

Mosaic secured a quick sell-out of Bianca by Mosaic at 1 Surf Street, just off the beach, and Cielo Group have secured nearly all of their Bloom apartments on the strip at 55 Golden Four Drive.

The latest plans filed are by a local developer, who bought 301 Golden Four Drive, a 1,246 sqm site on the corner of Pacific Parade, for $4.5 million&nbsp;back in 2017.

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Gatehouse Architects put together the designs for the project, which they noted in their design statement reflects the elegance and architectural vernacular of&nbsp;the Gold Coast coastline.

&quot;The design draws in its natural surroundings and blurs the threshold between interior and exterior spaces,&quot; Gatehouse&#39;s design statement read.

&quot;The vision is to create an address where the building and its occupants embrace the natural local environment synonymous with living in a modern Queensland beach house.&quot;

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There will be just 17 apartments across the 10-level building, including two two-level beach houses which each have their own private pool. The resident pool is located on the ground level.

A full floor penthouse crowns the building and will have four bedrooms, a kitchen with a butler&#39;s pantry and wine cellar, a home office, a gym, two outdoor areas, one with a barbecue kitchen, and a private rooftop pool.

The town planning report by Enhance Urban Planning noted&nbsp;that the area along Golden Four Drive is subject to an evolving character of mid and high-rise buildings with numerous recent approvals and current applications under assessment.

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Gatehouse says the&nbsp;architecture for the building has been inspired by the natural forms found in the surrounding environments.

&quot;The building&#39;s&nbsp;form reflects the soft curves formed by waves hitting the coastline and the ripples formed by wind blown sand.

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&quot;The screens for the building have been designed to focus occupants outlook to the ocean while maintaining privacy from neighbouring developments. The rhythm of the screening for the facade is inspired from the calming and repetitive nature of the sound of waves.

&quot;The buildings materiality has been drawn from the natural palette found locally. The use of timber finishes, natural stones and soft tones and textures reinforces coastal living architecture in its context.&quot;

There&#39;s six developments either on the desk of the local council or recently approved on Golden Four Drive.&nbsp;

Success has been had on the tightly held beachfront recently, which has been starved of brand new stock in the last few years compared to its coastal neighbours.



First look: Bilinga beachfront development continues on Golden Four Drive

The Brisbane-based Cielo Group is continuing to pad out its Bilinga footprint on the southern end of the Gold Coast.

Cielo&nbsp;Group,&nbsp;led by Justin O'Donnell and Azemm Dannaoui, recently launched Bloom, a collection of nine whole floor apartments on Golden Four Drive.

Now they've lodged plans for a similarly boutique project at 90-92 Pacific Parade, just 400 metres up the road. This one however is on the prized beachside.&nbsp;

They've again had Z Architects, their go-to architecture firm in now both Brisbane and the Gold Coast, draw up the plans for the latest project, which will see 19 apartments created across a nine-level building.

There will be just three apartments per floor for for the first three levels, before the tower becomes two half-floor apartments, spanning between&nbsp;180 sqm internal to 248 sqm.

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The eighth level will home a full floor penthouse, with a huge 487 sqm of living space with three bedrooms, three living areas, and a multipurpose area.

The roof will be communal, and will feature a gym, dining room, pool, and pool terrace.

The town planning documents noted&nbsp;that the rooftop adopts a high-quality architectural style, with significant articulation, building recesses, modulation, as well as the use of variation of materials and finishes to present as development with high aesthetic value

"The area is characterised by a range of older buildings amongst new mid-rise developments with an emerging built form character of increased intensity within the streetscape," the report noted.

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"The area has established street trees and mature Norfolk Pine trees that define the distinct coastal character and assist to balance the built form, provide landscape buffers and pedestrian friendly streets."

Two original houses currently sit on the 1,012 sqm site. They will be demolished to make way for the project.

Just behind the site at 89-91 Golden Four Drive, Sydney-based developer Farshad Amirbeaggi is seeking to create the highest density project in the area. He recently submitted plans for a nine-level, 81-apartment building on 2,024 sqm.

There's 71 two-bed apartments proposed and 10 three-bedroom units, as well as 103 parking spaces and 46 bicycle spaces.

<a href="/news/qld/is-bilinga-the-next-gold-coast-apartment-hotspot">Read more:&nbsp;Is Bilinga the next Gold Coast apartment hotspot?</a>

There will be just three apartments per floor for for the first three levels, before the tower becomes two half-floor apartments, spanning between 180 sqm internal to 248 sqm

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