A Moroccan-bathhouse residential tower has been unveiled for Budds Beach, with Australian developer <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/homecorp">Homecorp</a> announcing plans for a $260 million resort-style project in one of the Gold Coast’s most tightly held waterfront precincts.

A development application has been submitted to the Gold Coast City Council for a 27-storey tower at 8-10 Acacia Avenue and 25-27 Oak Avenue, Surfers Paradise, marking one of the few new large-scale residential projects proposed for the precinct in more than a decade.

The project will comprise 156 two- and three-bedroom residences, anchored by a residents-only Moroccan spa-inspired wellness sanctuary featuring private treatment rooms, a traditional Nordic sauna and steam room, hot and cold plunge pools and a curated juice bar. There will also be a resort-style rooftop precinct, complete with a heated infinity pool and spa, a residents’ lounge with a private kitchen and bar, a contemporary fitness centre with a yoga and Pilates studio, and outdoor BBQ areas with entertaining lounges.

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"At Homecorp, we are driven by the pursuit of better - challenging expectations, thinking bigger and shaping communities that leave a lasting legacy," said Ron Bakir, CEO and Founder of Homecorp.

"This project draws on our experience and expertise to take what the market has been craving to the next level - a home that nurtures wellness, calms the mind and lifts the everyday stresses away. A home is more than a place you live, it’s where you rest, reset and find balance."

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Bakir says what sets the location&nbsp;apart is its rare, tightly held nature within one of the Gold Coast’s most vibrant lifestyle and entertainment precincts, yet quietly tucked away in a peaceful, beachside enclave.

"Budds Beach has remained exceptionally limited in supply over the past decade and this site presented an unmatched opportunity to deliver something truly special to both Surfers Paradise and the Gold Coast.”

Conveniently connected to major roads and the G:link, residents will enjoy easy access to Surfers Paradise, Broadbeach and Burleigh Heads, while still being just minutes from the city’s most iconic beaches and the Broadwater’s ‘golden mile’.

The 2130 sqm site acquisition adds to Homecorp’s growing Gold Coast multi-storey portfolio on the Gold Coast, following the success of Eve Residences in Labrador upon its completion in November 2024. In 2025, Eve earned multiple national accolades and went on to win ‘Best Oceanview Condo Development’ in the Asia Pacific region at the PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards Grand Final, outperforming entries from more than 13 prestigious international markets.

The company also commenced construction last year on the highly anticipated $250 million second stage of Cienna Varsity Ridge, set to deliver 289 residences by 2027 in the heart of Varsity Lakes, and launched the $210 million Florence Residences along Surfers Paradise’s Monte Carlo Avenue to the market, with construction kicking off last month.

"The property market is constantly evolving, particularly here on the Gold Coast, which continues to outperform national trends thanks to its unmatched lifestyle, natural beauty and growing infrastructure, especially ahead of the Brisbane 2032 Olympics. We are proud to be adding more homes to the skyline, creating spaces that are not only designed for liveability but also nurture wellness within. They are homes that are built to last a lifetime and beyond," concluded Mr Bakir.

The project is set to launch to the market later this year.

Joel Robinson

Homecorp lodges plans for $260 million Moroccan bathhouse-inspired tower in Budds Beach

What began as a leap of faith in the 1970s has evolved into one of the Gold Co​ast's most enduring development success stories. Raptis, now led by second-generation developer Evan Raptis, continues to shape the region's skyline four decades after patriarch Jim Raptis first ventured north from Sy​dney.

Jim Raptis began developing in Sy​dney in his 20s under the guidance of a seasoned mentor. After several successful joint ventures, he sensed untapped potential on the Gold Coast and made the bold decision to relocate. That instinct proved prescient, the Raptis family has contributed thousands of apartments to what was once purely a tourist destination and is now recognised as Australia's lifestyle capital.

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With decades of experience navigating the complex Gold Coast development landscape, Raptis maintains fully vertical integration, from site acquisition and construction through to marketing and sales strategies. This comprehensive approach has allowed the company to weather multiple market cycles and emerge well-positioned for the region's continued growth.

"We've seen the region change drastically over the last two decades, with that change accelerating in the last five years," says Evan Raptis. "The Gold Coast is becoming unrecognisable. There are some exciting projects happening up and down the coast. The Spit is being talked about as Australia's version of Monaco, with billions in development underway."

Unlike the volatile pre-GFC years that rocked the Gold Coast market, Raptis believes the region has matured considerably. "Demand remains strong, but the market is now settled and stable."

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While the company recently completed Pearl Main Beach, an 84-apartment development just 53 steps from the sand, Broadbeach has truly been home for the Raptis family.

"There's nothing Broadbeach doesn't have," Raptis says. "There's always a new café or restaurant coming into the neighbourhood, and the redevelopment of the Niecon Plaza, bringing nearly 5,500 square metres of retail, dining and office space, will only elevate Broadbeach even further."

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The suburb has reached what Raptis describes as a "settled phase" of its evolution, with owner-occupiers and repeat visitors increasingly shaping demand rather than traditional investors.

The company's latest Broadbeach project, Sterling, is now constructed to level 22 and scheduled for handover in June 2026. With approximately 70 per cent of apartments already sold ahead of completion, the development has attracted a distinct buyer profile.

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"We're seeing significant interest from lock-up-and-leave buyers and downsizers," Raptis explains. "Some use the apartments over Easter or Christmas, while others come down from Brisbane on weekends. They aren't your typical 'investors' who will put the apartments up for permanent rental."

Sterling offers prospective buyers a rare advantage: fully completed display apartments showcasing several two- and three-bedroom configurations, something few off-the-plan developments can provide.

With another Broadbeach project in the pipeline, Raptis emphasises that the next chapter is about maintaining standards rather than pursuing growth at any cost.

"We've been building for over four decades, and our track record matters. Our focus remains the same: deliver what we build, stay close to the details, and delivering a finished product that hopefully exceeds our clients' expectations."

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It’s all in the family: Four decades later, Raptis continues to shape the Gold Coast skyline

JWLand has completed the final residential stage of its Lyneham precinct, Northbourne Village, with De Burgh now welcoming residents who have begun settling into their new homes.

A selection of the 350 studio, one, two, and three-bedroom apartments remains available within the two-building <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/buildings/de-burgh-at-northbourne-village-40-de-burgh-street-lyneham-act-2602">De Burgh</a>, which occupies a prominent position along Northbourne Avenue.

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The apartments at De Burgh have been configured to prioritise natural light, privacy, and usable outdoor space, with ground-floor homes featuring private courtyards and upper-level apartments opening to generous balconies. Double-glazed windows are standard across the development, supporting acoustic comfort and improved energy performance.

Kitchens are fitted with Fisher &amp; Paykel appliances, while all residences include ducted reverse-cycle air conditioning integrated with app-based controls, allowing residents to manage lighting and climate remotely. These inclusions reflect a broader focus on durability, efficiency, and everyday functionality rather than short-term finishes.

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Shared amenity is delivered through a resident gym, rooftop garden, lounge spaces, parcel lockers, and landscaped communal areas that connect De Burgh to the wider Northbourne Village environment.

Nick Babic, Marketing Project Manager at JWLand, said the completion of De Burgh gives buyers a level of certainty that off-the-plan purchases cannot always provide.

“There’s no need to wait or play guessing games. You can come and see the spaces firsthand, and genuinely picture yourself living there today. That includes not only the apartments, but the amenities as well. It’s easy to imagine enjoying a coffee in the central courtyard or spending time with other residents in the lounge.”

The completed status of the project aligns with strong buyer demand for finished stock, particularly among first home buyers, young professionals, and downsizers seeking certainty around timing and cost.

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With pricing ranging from $463,000 to $1.588 million, much of the offering sits within reach of buyers looking to enter the Inner North apartment market.

De Burgh’s location underpins its buyer appeal, positioned approximately 600 metres from the light rail and three kilometres from Canberra’s CBD, with direct access to <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/lyneham-act-2602">Lyneham</a> wetlands, Sullivan’s Creek parkland, and the established hospitality and retail precincts of Lyneham and Dickson.

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Canberra's newest apartment building: JWLand completes De Burgh at Northbourne Village

One of Victoria’s largest private developers, Central Equity, has commenced construction on Palmera, its $1 billion luxury residential development at Northcliffe on the Gold Coast, appointing Tier 1 builder Multiplex to deliver the project.

The fast-track to construction is being undertaken ahead of Central Equity officially launching the project to market.

The company says the move reflects its confidence in both the calibre of its offering and the Gold Coast’s long-term fundamentals, underpinned by one of Australia’s strongest growing economies, continued population growth and sustained infrastructure investment.

A diversifying employment base across health, education, professional services and tourism has helped insulate the local economy from volatility, while limited new supply in established coastal locations continues to support demand from owner-occupiers and downsizers seeking long-term lifestyle value.

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/palmera-residences-18-garfield-terrace-surfers-paradise-qld-4217">Palmera</a> is being constructed in the prestigious Northcliffe residential neighbourhood on an expansive 3,239 sqm site. It is located at 18 Garfield Terrace near the Northcliffe Surf Life Saving Club and the patrolled Northcliffe surf beach, situated between Broadbeach and Surfers Paradise.

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Offering a mix of spacious three-bedroom apartments over 52 levels, Palmera is designed to deliver a full suite of premium residences to buyers looking for the ultimate coastal lifestyle that the Gold Coast has to offer.

The project’s premium apartments will deliver northern views across the Surfers Paradise beachfront and extending all the way around to Burleigh Heads and beyond.

Palmera will be crowned by its top four levels, being a limited collection of penthouses and skyhomes that further elevate the residential offering through generous proportions and uninterrupted panoramic views.

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The appointment of Multiplex as the builder represents a major milestone for Palmera and cements Central Equity’s commitment to the Gold Coast after delivering more than 85 residential projects over the past four decades. It will be the 20th project collaboration between Central Equity and Multiplex.

“The commencement of construction at Palmera marks a major milestone for the project, with Tier 1 builder Multiplex appointed to deliver the development in the highly sought-after Northcliffe residential precinct on the Gold Coast,” said Central Equity Executive Director Karl Kutner.

“Our commitment to commence immediate construction is in line with our resounding confidence in the Gold Coast over the long term. The city has evolved and proven to be one of Australia’s most dynamic and resilient property markets in recent years.”

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Multiplex, one of Australia’s largest builders, has been shaping skylines and delivering iconic projects around the world since 1962. In that time, the Tier 1 global contractor has delivered projects with a combined value of more than US$130 billion.

“Having worked with Multiplex on many previous developments, we are pleased to be extending our relationship further with Palmera,” Kutner added.

“Multiplex brings an unparalleled depth of experience to ensure that Palmera fulfils the vision we have laid out for this strategic location and is delivered to the highest standards,” he said.

Multiplex Regional Managing Director Michael Sinclair said Multiplex was delighted to be aligning with Central Equity yet again.

“Central Equity is creating a stunning new addition to the Gold Coast skyline, and we look forward to bringing their vision to life with a world-class construction team and program. We are proud to be working alongside Central Equity on our 20th project together.”

Palmera has been designed by Marchese Partners, with interiors by DBI.

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Residents will have private access to extensive, state-of-the-art amenities, featuring two large pools including a generously scaled, family-friendly pool with safe shallow zones, and a 25-metre lap pool facing the western side, ensuring maximum sunlight all day.

Also available exclusively to residents is a sauna, magnesium pool, yoga studio, expansive gym, resident lounge, outdoor BBQ and dining areas. Residents will also be welcomed by concierge and luxurious entry foyer.

Located on Garfield Terrace in Northcliffe, Palmera enjoys a prime coastal position just moments from the patrolled Northcliffe beach and the G:link light rail, providing effortless connectivity along the Gold Coast’s beachfront suburbs, linking the Gold Coast University Hospital in the north with Nobby beach and Burleigh Heads to the south once the extension completes later this year.

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Central Equity unveils Palmera on Garfield Terrace, Surfers Paradise

The idea of a low-maintenance forever home located close to the city were the two driving factors behind a recent purchaser’s journey at Murcia, the under-construction East Brisbane apartment development by Sarazin.

Last year, Lois and her husband purchased a two-bedroom plus multi-purpose room (MPR) apartment in the new building, which is being constructed by Hutchinson Builders and is on track for completion in late-2027.

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The couple’s number one priority was to remain within easy commuting distance of the city for work. Murcia is positioned alongside the new Cross River Rail, with Woolloongabba Station just 300 metres from the front door.

They are currently living in their Annerley unit, which they have owned for several years, after recently moving out of their inner-city apartment, located on the very same street as Murcia.

“We had watched the development for a long time, and when construction activity began, that’s when we felt confident to buy,” Lois said.

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The timing also made sense. By moving back into their Annerley unit, they are able to save money ahead of settlement, while looking forward to returning closer to the city once Murcia is complete.

“We see Murcia as a forever home, as opposed to an investment, or something we need to appreciate massively in value and move on from in a few years,” Lois said.

“We secured an apartment large enough to grow a family, so we’re expecting to call Murcia home for a very long time.”

The couple plan to grow their family, but without the added maintenance demands of owning a standalone house further from the city. Working with Sarazin and architect HAL, they were able to slightly tweak the floorplan, converting the two-bedroom plus MPR layout into a functional three-bedroom apartment.

An added bonus was the recently revised communal space plans, which now incorporate a dedicated working-from-home area, complete with work pods, and shared desks.

“It means the third bedroom doesn’t have to become a part-time office and part-time bedroom,” Lois said, adding that residents have the benefit of working from home without actually being inside their apartment.

The rooftop wellness amenity was another standout compared to living in an established complex or a house. A signature feature of Sarazin developments, the rooftop will include a full gym, hot and cold plunge pools, a steam room and sauna, and a hotel-style pool with cabanas.

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Buyer journeys can vary significantly, from purchasing in the established market to buying new, or choosing between houses and apartments. Lois said they knew immediately that buying off the plan was right for them.

“We wanted something new, with less maintenance, and we weren’t quite ready to make the full financial leap straight away. The timing and deposit structure gave us the flexibility we needed.”

Designed by HAL Architects and inspired by the Spanish city of Murcia, the development takes a Mediterranean-influenced approach to architecture and landscaping, with a strong emphasis on shared spaces.

“The design feels considered, the amenities support how we actually live, and the location keeps us connected to the city without feeling right in the middle of it.”

Murcia is Sarazin’s second development in the area, following the completion of Silk One just up the road in 2022. They have several more projects coming to market in Woolloongabba ahead of the 2032 Brisbane Summer Olympics.

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Close to the city, built for the future: Inside a growing family’s move to Murcia in East Brisbane

Boutique

Opportunities such as Lila, the newest development of just two villas in the heart of Mermaid Beach, don't come around often.

The local Gold Coast developer, Revilo Projects, has created a duplex at 5 Petrel Avenue, just 200 metres from the ocean and on the southern edge of the core Nobby Beach precinct.

BDA Architects has teamed up with Beck Space Interiors to deliver two&nbsp;four-bedroom dwellings over three levels.

Lila villas offer a generous 300 sqm of living space, a private pool, lift, built-in bar and butler's kitchen, as well as bespoke Italian cabinetry, V-Zug appliances, natural stone and an instantly recognisable facade.&nbsp;

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Jayde Pezet of Pezet Matheson says villa living allows people to live in a Triple-A Grade location, at a price that still represents solid value.

"House prices have skyrocketed on the Gold Coast, and developers are offering villas and luxury townhouses that still offer house-sized living spaces over several levels," Pezet says.

The architecture is modern and hard-lined. Comprising a timeless material palette of concrete, glass and timber off set by a undulating screen to create a rich and layered effect.

The ground level includes a double-car garage, storage, laundry, powder room and rumpus room with bi-fold doors opening to the east onto the combined outdoor living, garden court and pool area at the rear.

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Level one homes a multi-purpose room, with open-plan kitchen, living and dining area with a pantry and powder room. Upstairs are level two are the bedrooms of the residences with two bedrooms sharing a bathroom and the master bedroom including an ensuite, along with a designer wardrobe.

Revilo Projects is led by local developer Paul Dolso.

"Understanding the Gold Coast like the back of our hands is what allows us to deliver properties that capitalise on every opportunity afforded by our world class postcode, and give local residents a place they are proud to call their own," Dolso says.

Revilo are also developing next door, turning 3 Petrel Avenue in to a boutique block of just three whole floor apartments.

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There will be two three-bedroom apartments along with one four-bedroom apartment.

Also designed by BDA Architects, the apartments have been designed with&nbsp;a soft colour palette, white batten screening, timber soffits and natural stone, creating a coastal facade offset by the subtle curves of the built form.

Private open spaces have been incorporated for each apartment, with the ground floor apartment taking advantage of a large podium terrace, and the upper two apartments with the luxury of private roof top terraces.

Lila villas offer a generous 300 sqm of living space, a private pool, lift, built-in bar and butler's kitchen, as well as bespoke Italian cabinetry, V-Zug appliances, natural stone and an instantly recognisable facade

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Rare Mermaid Beach duplex opportunity as Revilo Projects completes Lila

Bellevue Queensland, the Brisbane-based, family-ran&nbsp;construction and development firm,&nbsp;have lodged plans for their next local project.

Dubbed Sofia, on a rare&nbsp;triple-road fronted&nbsp;amalgamated site at&nbsp;35 Swann Road and&nbsp;5 Central Avenue in the leafy Taringa, will comprise just 20 apartments across the predominantly five-level building. One apartment&nbsp;is considered a sixth storey due to the sloping topography of the land.

The apartments will range from 106 sqm to 123 sqm, each with three-bedrooms and two-bathrooms.

Designed by Hayes Anderson Lynch Architects, residences follow an open plan design in the living, kitchen and dining areas, created with a focus on suiting local downsizes and families.

The building design is heavily modulated through the use and incorporation of large, cantilevered balconies, angled and curved walls, curved vertical aluminium feature screening, chamfered slab projections and full height window and door glazing.

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With a light pastel palette, planter boxes on balconies with trailing greenery, stepped facades and a stepped roof form, help soften the built form and connect it to the local landscape.

A generously sized communal rooftop open space has been devised, designed with both passive and active recreational opportunities. Crowning Sofia will be a pool, barbecue facilities, a dining table and a lounge seating area. The area will be landscaped through raised planter beds located along the Swann Rd and Central Ave frontages.

Located within an urban inner-city pocket of Brisbane, the residences sit less than six-kilometres south-west of Brisbane’s CBD. Residents will be well serviced by nearby public transport, namely Taringa Railway Station and bus stops along both Swann Road and Moggill Road. Sofia also falls within close proximity to a number of major shopping centres, urban services, parks, university and schools.

Bellevue has a number of other projects in the pipeline, with residences, Elba in West End and, Atlas in Lutwyche set to launch soon, as well as Element Residences,&nbsp;an exclusive collection of whole-floor apartments on one of the last remaining spaces along East Brisbane’s riverside promenade.

That will&nbsp;comprise just five four-bedroom apartments&nbsp;and one five-bedroom penthouse.

Designed by Hayes Anderson Lynch Architects, residences follow an open plan design in the living, kitchen and dining areas, created with a focus on suiting local downsizes and families.



First look: Bellevue Queensland lodge plans Taringa apartment project, Sofia

The South East Queenslander developer, Cielo Group, has lodged plans for a boutique mixed-use project in Brisbane&#39;s Bulimba.

The three-level development 360 Riding Road, Bulimba, has been designed by Cielo&#39;s go-to architecture firm, Zarchitects, who recently designed Cielo&#39;s Bloom Bilinga, their debut project on the Gold Coast.

The Bulimba development will have just eight two-bedroom apartments and six three bedders.

According to the group, the design seeks to balance stone cladding, render and concrete elements in white and grey tones with fine timber batten screening and glazing.

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&ldquo;The form incorporates curved slabs and walls where possible for a softened visual impact,&quot; Zarchitect noted in their supporting documents in the application to the Brisbane City Council.

&quot;The balcony edges flute in a wave pattern along the frontages, to create a visually interesting built form and enhance articulation on long elevations.&quot;

The project will activate the corner on the prominent Bulimba roundabout location with one 100 sqm ground floor retail caf&eacute; tenancy located featuring both indoor and outdoor dining.

A large rooftop deck will crown the building, split into a residents rooftop communal area as well as a 400 sqm rooftop public bar, which will feature a swimming pool with pool bar, pool deck, booths and dining tables, with seating areas incorporated to maximise vistas of the nearby Brisbane River.

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Clad in deep planting and landscaped gardens, the proposed development has been designed to reflect the intent and purpose of the two or three-storey mix precinct of the low-medium density residential zone.

Cielo recently launched Bloom, in the tightly held Gold Coast suburb of Bilinga.

Cielo had been looking for an opportunity to break in to the Gold Coast for about year, before finding the 503 sqm site at 55&nbsp;Golden Four&nbsp;Drive, just north of Kirra&#39;s dress circle Musgrave Street.

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GV Property Group sold the site, with plans by Boris Design for a&nbsp;six-level&nbsp;building with five apartments, ranging in size from two and four-bedrooms, with some of the bigger four-bedders spanning two levels.

But when Cielo secured the site, they engaged the Brisbane architecture firm Z Architects, who they had worked with extensively in the Queensland capital on a number of projects,&nbsp;to create something more striking.

They also recently submitted plans for a boutique project in Brisbane&#39;s Balmoral.

Designed by locals, Zarchitects, the boutique three-storey development is set to feature just eight two-bedroom and six three-bedroom apartments.



Cielo Group to develop mixed-use development in Bulimba

The Gardner Vaughan Group are taking to their own backyard, lodging plans for a 10-storey mixed-use residential development in Nundah.

Developed and designed by the group, the apartment&nbsp;tower at 1175 Sandgate Rd, Nundah, will comprise 47 apartments, set above&nbsp;a brick archway podium that will feature two ground-floor retail tenancies and 568 sqm of office space.

Above the brick arch podium, residential levels three through to eight are given a notably different articulated vertical built form that clearly distinguishes the tower from preceding levels.

There will be&nbsp;19 one-bedroom apartments, eight two-bedders, 16 three-bedroom apartments&nbsp;and the largest on offer, six four-bedroom apartments.

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Known as Danby Lane due to its positioning next to Danby Laneway, the development will sit over five levels of basement parking, with a pool at the&nbsp;top of the podium.

Enhancing the pedestrian links to Danby Lane, a large art mural has been included in the plans, interwoven with sculptured landscaping throughout.

Developed and designed by the group, the apartments tower will comprise 19 one-bedroom, eight two-bedroom, 16 three-bedroom and six four-bedroom apartments, atop a brick archway podium that will feature two ground-floor retail tenancies and 568 sqm of office space.

Above the brick arch podium, residential levels three through to eight are given a notably different articulated vertical built form that clearly distinguishes the tower from preceding levels.

Known as Danby Lane due to its positioning next to Danby Laneway, the development will sit over five levels of basement parking, with a pool at top of the podium.

Enhancing the pedestrian links to Danby Lane, a large art mural has been included in the plans, interwoven with sculptured landscaping throughout.

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GVG&#39;s Danby Lane development would include a painted mural on the Danby Lane side of the development&mdash;the developer is approaching nearby businesses about being involved in the public art project.

Landing at 1175 Sandgate Road, Danby lane will feature a recreation area on level one, which will include a lap pool, barbecue area and a gym.

Crowning the apartments on level 10 will be the rooftop terrace, with a barbecue and seating areas.

Known as Danby Lane due to its positioning next to Danby Laneway, the development will sit above five levels of basement parking, with a pool at the top of the podium.

Gardner Vaughan Group lodge plans for Danby Lane, Nundah apartments

For their most recent luxury project in Perth, the ASX-listed property developer, Mustera Property Group, went overseas to acquire a unique design.

They had the Singapore-based WOHA to handle the architecture for Forbes Residences,&nbsp;a boutique collection of just 34 three and four-bedroom&nbsp;residences in the popular riverside suburb of Applecross.

The internationally renowned, award- winning architectural firm has important connection to Perth, through lead project architect and co-founder, Richard Hassell, who graduated from the University of Western Australia in the late 1980s.

&ldquo;We were approached by Mustera Property Group to explore the idea of a new mixed-use high-rise typology for Applecross, Perth,&quot; Hassell told Urban.

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&quot;They were aware of our projects in Singapore and wanted to see if our design strategies could be adapted to suit Perth&rsquo;s climate and context.

&quot;Western Australia has a beautiful climate and landscape and our client wanted to bring something different to the fairly homogenous market,&rdquo; Hassell said.&nbsp;

&ldquo;This is why, together with MJA Studio, WOHA were commissioned to design a development that offers a better high-rise lifestyle, one that maintains the feel of the leafy suburbs with plenty of options for indoor/outdoor living.&rdquo;

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Inspired by Applecross, the&nbsp;ambition for Forbes was to create exceptional riverside homes for residents to enjoy all the area has to offer.

&ldquo;The key aspect of the Forbes development is that it&rsquo;s designed, not as a stand-alone urban object, but as a three-dimensional environment that contains liveable, generous homes, shared facilities, commercial spaces, community services within gardens, natural light and air.&rdquo;

Presented as four organically shaped towers, connected via a series of sky gardens, fresh air and light weave throughout every level, creating naturally lit and ventilated lift lobbies.

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&ldquo;Applecross offers a beautiful garden suburb environment on the peninsula, and it inspired the building form, which is expressed as four modernist &ldquo;villas&rdquo; on a romantic mountainous landscape.&rdquo;

&ldquo;This expression gave us the opportunity to create extensive &#39;hanging gardens&#39;&nbsp;which drape the podium form and extend up the roof. These gardens preserve the garden suburb quality, create greater privacy, frame views, and enhance sociability through forming &#39;neighbourhoods&#39;&nbsp;of 12 apartments each.&rdquo;

The &ldquo;mountain&rdquo; is an inhabitable landscape from the gardens shared with the public on the ground and first-level, to the social areas for the commercial and residential spaces.

&ldquo;The gardens are not just nice to look at but also perform meaningful environmental services that benefit the development site as well as the district. The extensive greenery reduces the heat island effect, noise, and dust, prevents glare, and provides a habitat for biodiversity.&rdquo;

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The rooftop space also provides additional gardens for the penthouses, increasing the green-plot ratio and providing a cool and pleasant &ldquo;fifth fa&ccedil;ade&rdquo;.

WOHA have been developing and evolving their design strategies for over three decades, building a range of prototypes over time which have influenced the design of the Forbes Residences.

&ldquo;Our Parkroyal Collection Pickering project, with its hanging gardens and landscaped, topographical podium, Skyville @ Dawson with its sky village concept and communal sky terraces, or the Oasia Hotel Downtown with its lush green fa&ccedil;ade and green plot ratio of over 1000 per cent, are just a few of our previous projects where we also drew inspiration from.&rdquo;

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While the group have produced high-quality and innovative designs across the globe, fitting into the context of Perth was always going&nbsp;to be a challenge. As a city with few high-rise developments, and with the suburbs known for the idyllic tree-lined streets and single family properties, Forbes Residences&nbsp;deliver something new to the western coastline.&nbsp;

&ldquo;The challenge for this development was to come up with a high-rise design that harmonises and adds greater amenity along with its higher density to its low-rise neighbourhood.&rdquo;

&ldquo;To us, it&rsquo;s always exciting to see our strategies come to life and being adapted in a different part of the world, with a different climate and cultural context. We are happy that we&rsquo;re able to work with our talented local partners to realise this vision of Forbes Residences as a civic building that shares its assets with the community and enhances its environment, enriching the quality of life for all.&rdquo;

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Urban sat down with WOHA's, Richard Hassell, to discuss how they designed Forbes Residences in Applecross. 

How the international architecture firm WOHA designed Perth's Forbes Residences in Applecross

Awaken, the Brighton apartment project by the luxury residential developer Skelton, has flown through the&nbsp;60 per cent sold mark&nbsp;and is on track to be completed in September 2022.

Offering just 13 three-bedroom residences, Awaken is uniquely positioned in a secluded area of Brighton at 30-32 Rooding Street, just a short walk to the popular Bay Street&nbsp;and Martin Street activity centres.

Partnering this time with renowned Melbourne architect Travis Walton, Awaken takes a contemporary and restrained approach to bayside luxury living.

Subtle nuances in the fa&ccedil;ade design and the interiors are consistent with the Skelton brand for exceptionally detailed design that uniquely defines their developments.

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Comprising locally-sourced European-style brickwork and contrasting electro-bronze metal detailing, the architectural composition draws focus to the layered landscaping, combining natives and evergreen plants to create softness and a colourful variety through the seasons.&nbsp;

The interiors at Awaken are efficiently planned with generous proportions, affording openness and flexibility for contemporary living, with an abundance of natural light.&nbsp;

Spaces seamlessly unfurl, presenting a palette of natural stone, aged metal and natural oak timber flooring.&nbsp;

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The level of enquiry&nbsp;has exploded lately as more buyers recognise Awaken as another incredibly detailed and masterfully delivered project by the same developer and builder as our Avenue &ndash; Brighton East project,&nbsp;Michael Skelton, Founder and Managing Director at Skelton, said.

&quot;We brought the same exceptional, proven Bayside team to Awaken and the results speak for themselves&quot;,&nbsp;Skelton said.

Awaken is&nbsp;construction group Brompton&rsquo;s second Brighton project with&nbsp;Skelton, who has earned a reputation for delivering work with timeless design.

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Nestled in Brighton, a suburb synonymous with large, luxurious apartments, Awaken is a highly considered, yet balanced collection of residences, set on a quiet laneway-style street, amongst tranquil landscaping.

Situated near the Bay Street and Martin Street shopping precincts and the rejuvenating activities by the bay, Awaken unites residents with the cosmopolitan appeal of Brighton.

Within walking distance of Brighton Beach and the famous Bay Trail, refined pubs, lively cafes, and boutique shopping experiences line the streets, offering the ideal blend of city amenities and beach-side lifestyle.

Completion on the project is slated for September&nbsp;this year.

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Partnering this time with renowned Melbourne architect Travis Walton, Awaken delivers luxury bayside living with exceptional value and timeless design.

Skelton Group's luxury Bayside Brighton apartment development, Awaken, hits 60 per cent sold

The Queensland-based developers MAYD Group have a growing pipeline of projects across Southeast Queensland, with four boutique residential development applications lodged with the City of Gold Coast.

Making a turn to focus more exclusively on luxury, boutique developments, residences will feature high-end finishes with coastal inspired interiors, shifting their focus to some of the most sought-after coastlines in Australia, like Mermaid Beach, where the group have lodged four multi-residential development applications for.

The Seagull Avenue project will see four full-floor units created, with three-bedrooms and two-bathrooms.

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Render of Seagull Avenue development. Image supplied by MAYD Group

Designed by Architects, Studio Workshop, there will be a private rooftop entertainment area, including a rooftop deck, bar and pool. Basement parking will be provided for all residents.

The groups Chairlift Avenue site sits on the corner of Chairlift Avenue and Petrel Avenue, where they will construct eight luxury units, including two lower-penthouses, and an upper penthouse, that will feature a rooftop terrace, alfresco, plunge pool and lounge area.

Designed by Plus Architecture, these units will be three-bedrooms and three-bathrooms, all with basement level car parking.

Alongside landscape design which provides a unique, contemporary, and sophisticated character, the design intends to cater for its residents&#39; modern lifestyle requirements and encourage outdoor living and an active engagement with the beach environment.

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Render of Chairlift Avenue development. Image supplied by MAYD Group

MAYD will demolish an older residential building at 120 Hedges Avenue with plans for two luxury, four-storey houses.

Level one will comprise four-bedrooms, while the living areas, main kitchen and dining are on level two.

Level three is the rooftop level, inclusive of enclosed entertainment spaces, dry bars, and a rooftop pool, with the basement level featuring a wine/whiskey cellar, storage rooms, a surfboard storeroom, and a gym.

The group&rsquo;s final multi-residential development is for Seaside Avenue, which will see another three full-floor luxury units crafted, with a double-storey penthouse.

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Render of Seaside Avenue development. Image supplied by MAYD Group

This development has plans for a rooftop pool and terrace, as well as entertainment areas scattered throughout.

The MAYD Group was founded last year in 2021 by Todd Mould, having&nbsp;previously worked as a builder, by trade, in the construction and property development industry for over 15 years.&nbsp;

Making a turn to focus more exclusively on luxury, boutique developments, MAYD Group has lodged four multi-residential development applications in Mermaid Beach 

MAYD Group to develop four boutique residential sites in Mermaid Beach 

With buyer demand still booming, the Gold Coast property sector is set to ease the apartment shortage, delivering on more than 2500 units across 20 new tower projects.

One area that has been especially popular with developers is Mermaid Beach. Famous for its boutique, low-rise projects, there&#39;s been a wave of development applications in the last four weeks in the exclusive beachside suburb.

It&#39;s a battle to be as close to the beachfront. Hedges Avenue is one of the most expensive strips of real estate on the whole of the Gold Coast, with some of the states most expensive homes just off the sand.

Just south of Hedges is Albatross Avenue. Also beachfront, the strip has become a more viable option for developers, with land prices slightly more affordable than the neighbouring Hedges Avenue.

A local developer recently lodged plans for a boutique four-unit development at 90 Albatross Avenue.

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The plans for 90 Albatross&nbsp;Avenue. Image credit: BDA Architecture

BDA Architects&nbsp;has designed the project, with each apartment spanning a whole floor. The development&nbsp;will also feature a partial additional level, which will home the resident&#39;s communal amenity, including a plunge pool, an open barbecue, terrace seating and a powder room.

The apartments all have&nbsp;three bedrooms, each with&nbsp;with walk in robes and ensuites.

A few rows back from the beach is the popular Petrel Avenue, where there&#39;s also been two development applications lodged in recent weeks.

Bespoke developer Revilo Projects, who focus on boutique, high end stock, has lodged plans for a three-storey development at 3 Petrel Avenue, with just three apartments.

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The plans for 3 Petrel Avenue. Image credit: BDA Architecture

There will be two three-bedroom apartments along with one four-bedroom apartment, with each residence occupying a full floor.

BDA Architects is creating the apartments with&nbsp;a soft colour palette, with white batten screening, timber soffits and natural stone, creating a coastal facade offset by the subtle curves of the built form.

Private open spaces have been incorporated for each apartment, with the ground floor apartment taking advantage of a large podium terrace, and the upper two apartments with the luxury of private roof top terraces.

These large, liveable apartments will cater for the down sizer or larger families looking to move closer to the beach.

Up the road at 84 Petrel Avenue, developer SK2 Property has also had BDA put together plans for four whole-floor apartments.

Embracing sub-tropical design objectives and delivering a residential building of a contemporary, minimalist coastal form and character, the main indoor living areas are oriented toward the street frontage of Petrel Avenue, leading out to expansive outdoor living spaces.

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The plans for 84 Petrel Avenue. Image credit: BDA Architecture

The group recently lodged plans for a similar three-storey residential build at 33 Albatross Avenue.

At the southern end of Petrel Avenue is Chairlift Avenue East, where&nbsp;MAYD Group will be creating something special with eight apartments.

Plus Architecture has designed the four-storey building at 13-15 Chairlift Avenue,&nbsp;which will have&nbsp;two three-bedroom, three-bathroom apartments on the ground level, spanning just under 300 sqm. Wrapped in private courtyards and terraces, each apartment will also home its own private plunge pool.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

Levels two and three will also feature two apartments, this time with a three-bedroom, three-bathroom, plus multi-purpose room configuration. Each apartment sits across 204 sqm of floorspace, opening out to a southern facing 20 sqm balcony.

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The plans for 13-15 Chairlift Avenue. Image credit: Plus Architecture

Level four is home to the two penthouse apartments, each with exclusive access to their own private rooftop terraces. Spanning 200 sqm internally on the fourth floor, most of the living areas occupy this space. The rooftop terrace incorporates 39 sqm of internal space and a further&nbsp;140 sqm of terracing, complete with&nbsp;their outdoor kitchen and plunge pool. &nbsp;

Famous for its boutique, low-rise projects, there's been a wave of development applications in the last four weeks in the exclusive beachside suburb.




Boutique apartments set to take over Mermaid Beach

Soul Hampton is the latest apartment development to hit the market in the sought-after Bayside Melbourne suburb.

Differentiating itself from the larger projects on the market in the area, Soul Hampton offers just eight apartments in the Finnis Architecture-designed building, which features a sleek modern exterior blending with lush greenery.

A stone&#39;s throw from Hampton Beach at 14-16 Grenville Street, Soul Hampton is made up of two and three-bedroom apartments, ranging in size from a generous 120 sqm to 181 sqm.

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Resort style living has been created with interiors of natural stone and high-end veneer timber panelling, as well as high-end finishes and Gaggenau appliances.

Liebherr integrated fridges also feature in the kitchens, along with underfloor heating in all bathrooms and gas fireplaces.

With north-facing residences available offering bay views, every apartment makes the most of the amount of light that filters through.

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Balconies extend the views of the bay on offer while being integrated into the fa&ccedil;ade of the building to ensure every square inch of the floor-plans is utilised.

Two basement car spaces and secure underground storage are standard inclusions with each residence, creating an opportunity for downsizers to purchase without sacrificing the space for their belongings. &nbsp;

Ideally located just steps from Hampton Beach , Soul is just a short walk to the Hampton Street shopping strip, which offers a range of cafés, restaurants and boutique retailers.

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Melbourne CBD is just over 20 minutes away, with residents well connected through public transport links, including Hampton Station, which is just down the road.

Residents will share a postcode with a number of schools and education precincts like St Mary&rsquo;s Primary School, Haileybury and St Leonard&rsquo;s Collage, while Linacre Private Hospital is just a three-minute drive away, with the residence also surround by the option of Sandringham Hospital, Cabrini Brighton Hospital and Holmesglen Private Hospital, all around 10-minutes away.

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Designed by Finnis Architecture, Soul is comprised of two and three-bedroom apartments with layouts ranging from 120 sqm to 181 sqm.  



Boutique Soul Hampton apartment development launches

Kew Rise is the latest offering from Alpine Group, set in the heart of Melbourne blue-chip eastern suburbs.

Situated just five kilometres from the CBD, the green hills of the prestigious Kew present a sought-after collection of schools, parks, stately homes and retail offerings.

One, two and three-bedroom apartments are all available in the boutique-scale Kew Rise,&nbsp;that combines Kew&rsquo;s suburban charm with a contemporary style.

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Residents will enjoy luxurious interiors and light-filled apartments designed by Interlandi Mantesso Architects.

&ldquo;These apartments are designed to provide the utmost internal amenity and comfort, embracing a refined modernist style that conveys an atmosphere of polished finesse inside and out&rdquo;, the architects said.

Inside the versatile, individualised apartments at Kew Rise, residents will be welcomed with a sense of luxury.

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Each residence has been composed with an immaculate attention to detail, forming a stylish modernist aesthetic thanks to a chic palette and elegant finishes.

The open-plan living and dining spaces create plenty of room to breathe and, to better suit individuals, families or couples, interiors are available in a range of flexible floorplans.

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Among the other features include floor-to-ceiling glazing, landscaped courtyards at ground level and spacious terraces, allowing extensive scope for entertaining while taking in spectacular views of the city skyline.

Integrated indoor and outdoor spaces combine with fully ducted air-conditioning to allow you to comfortably enjoy all seasons.

Evoking a sense of opulence, kitchens feature Miele appliances and well-appointed bathrooms and ensuites boast Italian Gessi fixtures and fittings.

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Embraced by extensive parkland along the Yarra River&rsquo;s most cultivated stretches, Kew also boasts a number of outdoor amenities to enjoy the best of the outdoors.

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Kew Rise is the latest offering from Alpine Group, settling in the heart of Melbourne blue-chip eastern suburbs

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