New apartment supply has become increasingly constrained across <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/parramatta-nsw-2150">Parramatta</a> in recent years, with fewer projects progressing through to completion as development conditions have become more challenging.

It makes <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/novm">NOVM</a>'s 2021-completed <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/buildings/the-lennox-parramatta-12-phillip-street-parramatta-nsw-2150">The Lennox</a> one of the most recently completed residential towers on the Parramatta River, and among the newest apartment developments in Sydney's second CBD.

With the project largely completed before the sharp escalation in construction costs and inflation following the pandemic, The Lennox is now offering pricing that would be difficult to replicate in a comparable new development in Parramatta today, or across much of Western Sydney.

The majority of the 413 apartments at The Lennox sold before and shortly after completion. A limited release of the remaining apartments has recently been brought to market by capital partner <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/project-marketer/equitifund-group">Equitifund</a>, with entry-level pricing from $700,000 and two-bedroom apartments available from under $1 million.

Rising above the Parramatta River at 12 Phillip Street, The Lennox comprises one, two, three and four-bedroom apartments, appealing to first home buyers, young professionals, families, downsizers and interstate investors seeking a completed apartment in one of Australia's fastest-growing economic centres.

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Rather than positioning Parramatta as an alternative to Sydney's CBD, Equitifund believes the city has reached a point where it stands on its own merits.

"Parramatta is no longer simply an alternative to Sydney CBD, it's becoming a destination in its own right," Equitifund Executive Chairman Greg Huxley said.

"The Lennox captures that evolution with a level of quality and amenity that's difficult to match at its price point."

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Designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/marchese-partners">Marchese Partners</a>, the tower responds directly to its riverfront setting through expansive glazing and open-plan layouts that maximise views across the Parramatta River and city skyline. Interiors feature engineered timber flooring, stone benchtops, stainless steel appliances and floor-to-ceiling glazing, while generous balconies extend the living spaces outdoors.

Marchese Partners says the project was conceived to balance high-quality apartment living with practical, long-term functionality, pairing larger, efficient floorplans with amenities more commonly associated with five-star hotels.

That emphasis continues through the resident facilities, which include a 20-metre rooftop swimming pool, fully equipped gym and wellness spaces, full-time concierge, a residents' lounge, function room, private lifts, secure basement parking and rooftop communal areas overlooking the Parramatta River. Ground-floor boardwalk retail and dining further activate the riverfront and integrate the building into the surrounding public realm.

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Australian housing and finance group Equitifund has secured the remaining apartments, believing there are few completed apartment opportunities in Parramatta that offer the same combination of location, amenity and pricing.

Equitifund National Sales Director Ben Hamblett says buyers are increasingly recognising that premium apartment living no longer needs to come with Sydney CBD pricing.

"The Lennox is where aspirational living becomes attainable," Hamblett said.

"Wake to river and mountain views, step into Sydney's Second CBD, and arrive home to resort-calibre amenities, all without the harbour price tag."

Hamblett says owner-occupiers are also attracted by the convenience of having Westfield Parramatta, Church Street's dining precinct, Parramatta Park, Riverside Theatres, Western Sydney University and major transport connections all within walking distance.

"At The Lennox, lifestyle is not an afterthought, it is the foundation."

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The Lennox places residents within walking distance of Parramatta Square, Westfield Parramatta, Church Street Eat Street, Parramatta Station, the ferry wharf, Light Rail, the future Sydney Metro West, Parramatta Park and CommBank Stadium, reinforcing Parramatta's position as one of Australia's most connected metropolitan centres outside Sydney's CBD.

Equitifund says buyers visiting the display suite consistently comment on the quality of the finishes, generous floorplans, river and skyline views, and the walkability of the location. The project has attracted a broad mix of local professionals, upsizers, downsizers, buyers relocating from Sydney's inner suburbs and interstate investors seeking long-term growth opportunities.

That demand aligns with Parramatta's continued evolution as an economic powerhouse. Equitifund Research and Market Insights specialist John Bekiaris says sustained population growth, infrastructure investment and expanding employment opportunities continue to support long-term housing demand across the city.

"Parramatta has evolved from a satellite city into one of Australia's most important economic centres. Population growth, infrastructure investment and employment are all supporting sustained long-term housing demand."

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Joel Robinson

The apartment price gap drawing Sydney buyers west

A luxury beachfront apartment at Rainbow Bay has more than doubled in value since it sold off the plan six years ago, setting a new local apartment record in the process.

The three-bedroom apartment in the Flow development on Petrie Street, the first of four new projects locally by Paul Gedoun's S&amp;S Projects, has sold for $7.4 million, after originally selling for $3.27 million when the project launched in 2020.

The seventh-floor apartment, comprising 187 sqm of internal living space and a 54 sqm balcony overlooking Froggies Beach and Snapper Rocks, was purchased by a local family.

The transaction was negotiated by Pezet Matheson director Kerry Pezet and equates to more than $30,000 per sqm.

Pezet said the sale reflected the limited opportunities to buy into the boutique beachfront development.

"The sale highlights the rarity of opportunities within the boutique beachfront development, where residences seldom become available," Pezet said.

"Flow is one of the Gold Coast's most tightly held buildings. Buyers from our database move quickly when residences become available, and achieving an off-market sale at $7.4 million demonstrates the depth of demand for property of this calibre."

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Flow was the first of four luxury apartment developments delivered by Paul Gedoun's S&amp;S Projects at Rainbow Bay and was completed in 2023.

Positioned on the beachfront overlooking Snapper Rocks, the residence includes three bedrooms, three bathrooms, a powder room and views stretching north along the coastline towards Surfers Paradise.

Pezet Matheson Residential principal Mitchell Lambert said buyers continued to prioritise quality beachfront apartments in tightly held locations.

"Flow Residences offers a rare combination of elevated beachfront positioning, architectural excellence, comprehensive resident amenity and premium finishes, which is exactly what discerning purchasers are seeking," Lambert said.

"The transaction further reinforces Rainbow Bay's reputation as one of Australia's premier coastal lifestyle destinations, where limited supply and growing demand continue to support strong market performance."

Pezet Matheson originally marketed and sold out Flow off the plan, making the latest transaction a return to one of the project's original buyers.

Paul Gedoun is selling his third project, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/radia-rainbow-bay-271-boundary-street-coolangatta-qld-4225">Radia Rainbow Bay</a>, after recently completing, and selling out, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/buildings/esprit-217-227-boundary-street-coolangatta-qld-4225">Esprit</a>. He has plans for a <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/news/qld/first-look-s-s-projects-proposes-88-apartment-wellness-tower-at-coolangattas-boundary-street">fourth building</a>, 88 apartments on <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/209-213-boundary-street-coolangatta-qld-4225">Boundary Street</a>.

Rainbow Bay apartment doubles in price since off the plan sale during pandemic

The long-planned transformation of Brisbane's historic Shafston Estate has taken another major step, with Capella Hotel Group announced as the luxury hospitality partner behind what will become Brisbane's first branded residences.

The project, to be known as Capella Residences Brisbane, is being delivered by Verso Projects at the landmark Kangaroo Point riverfront estate, with completion targeted for 2029.

The announcement follows a series of planning changes to the project over recent years. The site was originally approved in 2023 for a 15-level, 37-apartment development designed by Rothelowman for Burgundy Group before Verso Projects took over the 10,070 sqm riverfront holding and lodged revised plans with Kerry Hill Architects to increase the development to a 25-level tower with 51 apartments.

The latest announcement confirms Capella Hotel Group will bring its branded residential offering to the project, marking just the second Capella Residences development globally after Seoul, and the group's first branded residential project in Australia.

The <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/23-castlebar-street-kangaroo-point-qld-4169">Castlebar Street development</a> will centre around the restoration of the heritage-listed Shafston House, one of Brisbane's oldest residences, originally constructed in 1851 by Reverend Robert Creyke as a single-storey cottage known as Ravenscott.

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Capella said the project aligns with its focus on heritage-led developments, with the Brisbane estate combining the restored historic residence with a new luxury apartment tower and hospitality-inspired resident amenities.

Residents will have access to the Capella Living Room, a concierge-led communal space inspired by the group's luxury hotels, alongside landscaped gardens, six swimming pools, wellness and recreation facilities.

The broader estate will also include two riverfront homes, a six-berth private marina, porte cochère arrival experience, secure basement parking and a new section of public riverwalk along the Brisbane River frontage.

The heritage Postal Depot Building will also be retained and repurposed as a guest house, in line with the revised development plans.

The project represents another evolution for the site, which Kerry Hill Architects previously described as a rare opportunity to restore one of Brisbane's most significant heritage estates while creating a new benchmark for apartment living.

"The Shafston Estate provides a once-in-a-generation opportunity to restore one of Brisbane's finest heritage precincts and to reinstate residential use as a unique site perched on the edge of Kangaroo Point," Kerry Hill Architects said in its Urban Context Report accompanying the planning submission.

"The project will celebrate excellence in sub-tropical residential design, setting a new benchmark for vertical living in Brisbane."

Verso Projects, which now has an $8.5 billion development pipeline spanning more than 6,000 dwellings across apartments, townhouses, retail and commercial projects, said the partnership with Capella would elevate the development beyond a traditional residential project.

"We feel honoured to be restoring Shafston Estate to its former glory, elevating it to new heights of luxury and excellence underpinned by Capella's distinctive service ethos and design philosophy, and making it a standout landmark in Brisbane," Verso Projects CEO Steve Laffey said.

"By partnering with Capella, globally recognised for its refined approach to luxury hospitality and deep respect for cultural and historical context, we will elevate this project beyond a residential offering into a world-class destination."

Capella Hotel Group President Roland Fasel said Brisbane's emergence as a global city made it the right location for the company's Australian residential debut.

"Brisbane is a city on the cusp of something remarkable, and Capella Residences is our commitment to being part of that story," Fasel said.

"The Capella residential experience is more than luxury. It is about a sense of belonging to a place with deep meaning."

Private appointments have now opened for the project, with a display suite expected to open in late 2026 ahead of the planned 2029 completion.

Capella to launch Brisbane's first branded residences at Shafston House, Kangaroo Point

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

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

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

Brisbane Apartments

The Wellington Collection in Brisbane's bayside is set to come out of the ground.

The project, of just six luxury apartments and two townhomes, is being developed by Urbex Living, a division of Australian national award-winning developer Urbex.

The residences, which boast views over the Manly boat harbour and Moreton Bay, are spread across two new buildings at 7 Wellington Street. Apartment sizes start from nearly 200 sqm and rise to 472 sqm. Prices start from $2 million, with the townhomes priced at $3,375,000.

General Manager for Urbex Realty, Craig Covacich said a Manly Village lifestyle is highly desirable with the suburb well entrenched in its gentrification.

“Recent home sales are now exceeding the $5 million price tag and many others firmly sitting above the $2 million range - Manly has very quickly become a frontrunner in the Brisbane property market. The suburb has presented a compounded growth rate of 40.5 percent in houses and 27 percent in units based on the past five years of sales,” Covacich said.

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Completion of the project is slated for late 2023, with nearly half of the apartments already secured.&nbsp;

Nearly half of the project has sold to local buyers, and Covacich says with the&nbsp;continuing demand for bayside views, they expect much of the remainder of the collection to attract Brisbane locals looking to be closer to the water.

“Much of the appeal for The Wellington Collection to date has been from buyers seeking housing solutions aligned to their new phase of life, like growing their family or transitioning out of life with kids," Covacich said.

"Many of these consumers have benefitted from significant lifts in their existing assets which is enabling them the opportunity to embark on these lifestyle changes, and through the apartment or townhomes options, they’re finding that balance between access to what a house offers without the maintenance hassles.

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Urbex Development Director, Carl Bruhn, said the group was fortunate to be in a position to activate the development, when most developers are having to put a hold on delivering as they grapple with both development financing and construction cost hurdles induced by the pandemic supply chain choke and labour shortage crisis.

“Urbex has a track record of delivering award-winning communities nationally and we are excited to commence construction on this bespoke offering in Manly,” Bruhn said.&nbsp;

Benefitting from a north-east aspect, residents will be gifted with expanded views to the Marina and Bay, while natural, textured materials create a complimenting palette to the Bayside surrounds.&nbsp;

The Wellington Collection features an outdoor pool as well as indoor and outdoor entertaining areas. The townhomes&nbsp;feature their own private outdoor lounge deck and plunge pool in tropical gardens.

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General Manager for Urbex Realty, Craig Covacich said a Manly Village lifestyle is highly desirable with the suburb well entrenched in its gentrification

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Construction begins on $22 million Manly, Brisbane development

As developers continue to take up stock in the sunshine state - building north of the border for greener prospects and a more buyer-friendly market - a number have failed to peak the interest of discerning buyers, delivering the stock-standard in residential projects.

As design trends shift and alter, developments are often left bordering on success or failure depending on whether they’ve included the latest fad.&nbsp;

In recent times, it's all about creating more than just a place to live, which is what Sydney developers, Pyco did when they took to the inner-city suburb of Albion.&nbsp;

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The 42-Sky Home project, Nouveau has been designed with the owner-occupier in mind, with first home buyers and local downsizers thrilled by the elevelated apartment offering.&nbsp;

With a mix of three and four-bedroom apartments, DAH Architecture designed the homes to be reminiscent of the traditional Queenslander, while still adding a modern touch.&nbsp;

Recent purchaser Clara Hinch, who is moving into an apartment with her partner Ronald said they were particularly drawn to Nouveau when they saw the plans and the rooftop garden.&nbsp;

“We’ve lived in Hendra for the last 12 years; Albion is only a stone’s throw away and we spend a lot of time around the Newstead area which is super close.”

“The fact the building is not another concrete eyesore will complement the eclectic feel of Albion.”

The inner-city project is being marketed exclusively by Realm Projects, with Managing Director, Shane Foley saying there are several points of difference about Nouveau that make it a rare find in the marketplace.&nbsp;

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“A lot of care and attention to detail has been included throughout the project, including the design of the facade, landscape and internal finishes,” Foley said.&nbsp;

"Conceived as a single loaded design, Nouveau’s apartments run right through the front to the back, which allows optimum cross ventilation as well as an abundance of natural light to pass through each residence," he said.&nbsp;&nbsp;

DAHA’s Director, David Hansford explained the reasoning behind this was that it allowed each apartment to do more - creating the sense of a more traditional home, rather than a typical unit.&nbsp;

The rooftop terrace crowning Nouveau completes the amenity offering in the building, with a pool, barbecue facilities and an entertaining area all imbued in lush green landscaping.&nbsp;

“The developers PYCO are committed to delivering exceptional living experiences for residents with commencement of construction forecast for the first quarter of 2023,” Foley concluded.&nbsp;&nbsp;

*Interview conducted by Village News

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With a mix of three and four-bedroom apartments, DAH Architecture designed the homes to be reminiscent of the traditional Queenslander, while still adding a modern touch. 

Why buyers are flocking to the Albion apartment project, Nouveau

Brisbane developer Pradella have commenced construction on the final residential development at their Riverside West End precinct, The Lanes.

The Lanes will start to take shape over the coming months with completion of stage one, Wave Residences, expected in late 2024.&nbsp;

Over 70 per cent of the 138 Wave Residences apartments have been sold following strong demand for large apartments.

Pradella Sales and Marketing Director Lee-Anne Kielar said Pradella is thrilled to have launched the construction of The Lanes following its announcement only six months ago.

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“It’s wonderful to see our West End projects thriving and we’re excited to announce the construction of the crown jewel in the Riverside West End precinct, The Lanes,” Kielar said.

“The Lanes is Pradella’s final residential development in West End and the concluding development in our $1.3 billion masterplan, and we’re pleased to be able to finish things off on a grand scale."&nbsp;

Designed by bureau^proberts, The Lanes is one of 12 residential projects delivered by Pradella within the Riverside West End precinct in the past decade.

Fast-tracking to keep up with demand, the group has evolved their residential offering at The Lanes to keep up with buyer requirements, incorporating a suite of resort-style amenities, including an outdoor cinema, a steam room, and a mineral pool.&nbsp;

There will be&nbsp;4500 sqm of recreational space with 2000 sqm dedicated to the 12th floor rooftop retreat.&nbsp;

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Position Property Director&nbsp; Richard Lawrence said that the level of resident-only amenity offered at The Lanes is unprecedented in the inner-city apartment market today.

“With the last few years behind us it’s clear that demand has shifted in the apartment market, with buyers now looking for living options that are as inclusive as possible offering everything you need for life at home,” Lawrence said.

“Pradella has constantly innovated when it comes to amenities, with rooftop yoga lawns and five-star private dining spaces among some of the stand-out features of The Lanes.”

From its inception, Riverside West End was inspired by its unique location within this well connected West End peninsula.

The&nbsp;$1.3 billion development will also feature a new community park, a private dog park and the completion of Tondara Lane within the Montague Markets precinct upon completion.&nbsp;

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Over 70 per cent of the 138 Wave Residences apartments have been sold following strong demand for large apartments.



Pradella commence construction on final development in Riverside West End precinct

Brisbane’s riverfront is set to welcome some of the city’s most sustainable high-end homes, with developer SABI revealing the first images of its extraordinary new residences at KIOME.

Situated on the edge of the Brisbane River in Highgate Hill, KIOME comprises a collection of three and four-bedroom residences, each with customisable internal spaces, extensive native and edible landscaping, and a host of exceptional design features.

SABI Co-founder and Partner, Riye Arai-Coupe, said the result is the creation of seven beautiful and functional family-sized homes that are a ‘true exemplar of design with a conscience’.

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“KIOME’s connection to nature and resilient sustainability is balanced with a refined design approach that celebrates its absolute riverfront position,” Arai-Coupe said.

“Those of us who know and love Highgate Hill understand the area’s deep connection to the river, the environment, and community.

“It’s a melting pot of culture and heritage, greenery and river, and art and architecture, on the doorstep of Brisbane’s ever-evolving CBD.

“With this site, we knew we had a rare opportunity, and responsibility, to raise the standard of sustainable design, and riverfront living, in a meaningful and enduring way.”

Arai-Coupe said the four-storey building, while boutique in size, is targeting a 7 Star natHERs rating and packs an exceptional amount of design detail and rooftop resident amenities.

Designed by award-winning Brisbane studio Ellivo Architects, KIOME draws inspiration from the Brisbane River and surrounding landscape.

The use of natural forms, materials and cascading greenery throughout the building blurs the lines between the indoor and outdoor realms, while the interiors celebrate the inclusions of a traditional home.

Arai-Coupe said each residence features multiple living and entertaining zones and offers options to tailor these spaces to truly meet the needs of the owners.

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“KIOME is proof that sustainable, biophilic design goes hand in hand with quality,” she said. “It is designed as a living, breathing building, where every residence embraces life and connection to water, natural light, fresh air and nature.

“This theme is carried through to the resident amenities, which include a rooftop pool and gardens, sun lounges and entertaining areas, extensive landscaping and deep planting, and the ‘rewilding’ of the riparian zone adjoining the river’s edge.”

Arai-Coupe said an enormous fiddleleaf fig is a striking feature within the main gallery of the penthouse.&nbsp;The two ground floor apartments feature private plunge pools overlooking the Brisbane River and private gardens.

Rooftop solar panels will offset energy consumption and rainwater will be captured and reticulated to service the extensive gardens. EV car charging provisions and a new focus on waste management are included in the design. KIOME is also targeting to be fossil-fuel free, with no gas within the building and provisions made for green power use throughout.

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Arai-Coupe said the four-storey building, while boutique in size, is targeting a 7 Star natHERs rating and packs an exceptional amount of design detail and rooftop resident amenities.



Highgate Hill set for new luxury apartments as KIOME approaches launch

Boutique property developers DibCorp have recently released their City View Collection in Bide Newstead. With construction underway, Bide Newstead is set to deliver 89 residences for completion in late 2023.

Atlantis Property Group Director, Fraser Byrne, said construction has been tracking well, despite the continuing building sector struggles.&nbsp;

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“LPS Group has been powering through the basement dig and the basement pour has just commenced,” Byrne said.

Over 85 per cent of the apartments have already been sold in Bide, with stock uptake heavily weighted towards local owner occupiers. Byrne says however there have been a number of interstate purchasers, who intend to move from the south to the Sunshine state.

There has also been a few investors securing apartments in the contemporary block.

The number of new apartment project launches have significantly diminished in 2022, with many developers holding back projects until the interest rate hikes slow and both labour and material costs become more reasonable.

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Bryne said it’s in times like these where it’s important for buyers to put their trust in builder/developers who can get projects out of the ground.&nbsp;

“In the current climate, launching a project is one thing, but actually being under construction is another,” Byrne said.

“To have a project in Newstead that has the surety of being in construction with a completion date in site, gives buyers a lot of comfort.”

Located just three kilometres from the Brisbane CBD, the dress circle address, and the overall designs and landscaping by Twohill &amp; James, Wiltshire Stevens Architecture and Lat27 add to Bide’s continuing success.&nbsp;

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With the project titled from the verb meaning to dwell or reside, the building design has been considered from the inside out, ensuring all of the elements to a balanced home can be achieved to each skyhome.

The Newstead address grants breathtaking city views, while perfectly framed floor-to-ceiling windows allow natural light to spill into every aspect of the homes.

Wellness is a paramount element of Bide Newstead’s design, with its amenity offering further emphasising the importance of lifestyle for all residents.

Bide offers a 600 sqm lush garden, across two storeys, an urban green space dedicated to wellness and entertainment.

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With barbecue facilities, private cabanas, landscaped gardens perfect for enjoying the open air, and seating areas for entertaining or even to be used as a workspace.

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The number of new apartment project launches have significantly diminished in 2022, with many developers holding back projects until the interest rate hikes slow and both labour and material costs become more reasonable.

Bide Newstead begins to take form with construction well underway

As quality living spaces become more sought after, Crown have taken to rejigging their debut Brisbane apartment project, lodging an updated set of plans to the local council.&nbsp;

The initial plans were scrapped off the back of community feedback, with Crown then engaging renowned Japanese architect, Kengo Kuma to design the new project, in addition to local architects, Plus.

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Crown and Kuma have previously collaborated, at Crown’s Sydney Waterloo development, Mastery by Crown.

The re-lodged plans for the 1.25 hectare site at 117 Victoria St incorporate designs for 473 apartments, with the group increasing apartment numbers from 455.&nbsp;

The plans say the design of the West End project began by asking what is the spatial quality to be sought after in this new paradigm of living.&nbsp;

“In answering this question, the goal of the project has been set to create a strong connection to the immediate outdoors, to the neighbourhood, and to the surrounding natural landscape," the design submission read.

The $500 million riverfront project will deliver four 12-storey residential towers, with a mix of 126 one-bedroom apartments, 225 two-bedroom apartments, 111 three-bedroom, and 11 four-bedroom apartments.&nbsp;

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"Located on a riverfront in the West End district, the project is privileged with the beautiful natural environment of the site, with the ambition of the design not only to connect the residents to the riverfront, but also to bring together the landscape, the residents, and the greater West End community," the statement read.

"The central park, defined by the orientation of the four towers, connects residents to the river physically and sensually, with the area scattered with places to sit and relax."

The communal ground floor space separates each of the towers, with the area also set to include a lagoon-style pool, outdoor lounge areas and nature play zones.&nbsp;

Crowning building’s one and four will also be additional communal recreation space, with rooftop pools, entertainment decks, indoor gyms and lounge and dining areas.&nbsp;

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The initial plans were scrapped off the back of community feedback, with Crown then engaging renowned Japanese architect Kengo Kuma

Crown update plans for debut Brisbane development

Sekisui House Australia has saved the best until last at West Village, their West End redevelopment of the Peter's Ice Cream Factory site.

They've lodged plans for the final tower in the incredibly successful nine-tower project, which they started redeveloping back in 2016. Since then West Village has won more than 40 awards, the most recent being the&nbsp;internationally renowned 2022 ULI APAC Award for Excellence.

Dubbed Callista on Park due to its premier location fronting Mollison Park, the most sculptural and refined offering in the village with north east aspect views, the new building is aiming to capture a different cohort of buyers compared to the more diverse towers that have come before it. The Callista on&nbsp;Park is boutique in nature and will feature just&nbsp;74 apartments,&nbsp;all&nbsp;three and four-bedroom configurations. There will be 34 three-bedroom apartments, each with a multi-purpose room, and 35 four-bedroom units. There will be a single two-bedroom apartment.

An extensive heritage impact statement was prepared for the building given its proximity to the heritage-listed Peters Ice Cream Factory, which sits next door.

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But the designs by FJMT studio&nbsp;responds sensitively to the 1928-built factory, which acts as the focal point of the whole development. That now homes a farmers market, and sits opposite a lawn which hosts&nbsp;the annual Brisbane Ice Cream Festival, pizza and pinot evenings, gardening workshops and fashion events.

"The new podium facade adjacent to the Factory respects the built form, reflecting its human scale and overall proportions," FJMT studio&nbsp;noted in their architectural&nbsp;design submitted as part of the application.

"The materiality of the facade is a response to the natural stone in its immediate landscape context with a warm and earthy palette."

The new building is divided into two distinctly expressed volumes, with a green seam weaving through the facade. With the most impressive views and location in West End, Callista on Park will celebrate its garden character wrapping Mollison park up its façade plateauing on a true sky garden designed by RPS.&nbsp;

"As an extension of the glazed facade, the roof is expressed as a ‘lantern,’ anchoring itself as a beacon down Melbourne St where the open air conservatory sits as a celebration of Brisbane’s subtropical climate," FJMT note.

The roof terrace is a series of generous lush gardens with intimate break out spaces, an infinity pool edge a wellness area and dining areas with stunning views are nestled into the landscape. The open air conservatory with a rich planting palette crowns the top of an unified architectural form.

"A layered and dialectic approach of two contrasting materials is employed with the use of new and light materials for the northern volume and a warmer palette as a sympathetic response to the heritage building and the contemporary Queenslander vernacular for the southern volume,"&nbsp;FJMT&nbsp;state.&nbsp;

“The largely glazed northern volume provides a long perimeter of glazed facade to the most desirable orientation.&nbsp;The taller of the two volumes is characterised by a unified and continuous louvres on the outside, shading the north facing balcony gardens and living spaces.”

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FJMT Studo said each unit is carefully designed to optimise views,&nbsp;natural ventilation, thermal comfort, and refined with its own unique character.

"The apartments are homes centred around generous areas of balconies and gardens, which open up to expansive views of the Brisbane skyline, parklands and river."

The apartments will sit above a strategically designed new childcare centre elevating West Villages offering. Callista on Park is located next door to the recently launched Allere Collection, comprising buildings Uno and Duo and is the final stage in West Village.

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Sekisui recently released seven sustainable apartments in the Allere collection, focused on giving back to the planet.

Residents of apartments in the Sustainability Series will have access to two Tesla vehicles in partnership with OhmieGo.&nbsp;

The new building is divided into two distinctly expressed volumes, with a green seam weaving through the facade

First look exclusive: Sekisui's plans for West Village final tower, Callista on Park

Fabcot, the development arm of supermarket giant Woolworths, has gone back to the drawing board to increase the size of their Kangaroo Point, Brisbane, mixed-use development.

They've had local architecture firm Cottee Parker Architects add a further seven levels to the previous development approval, taking the total levels now to 17. That will see the apartment numbers increase from 62 to 130.

The project, slated for 25 Ferry Street which will also front&nbsp;Deakin and Prospect Street's, will have a mix of just seven one-bed apartments, 75 two-bedders, 44 three-bed units and four four-bed apartments.

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There will be a rooftop pool, gym, and outdoor barbecue space with seating.

The tower will rise above a full-line, 2,240 sqm Woolworths.

Town planner Urbis noted the change application was through further design planning, and the acquisition of another lot to make a 3,197 sqm site.

"The site is in a well-positioned location that boasts strong connections to the river, CBD, Howard Smith Wharves dining precinct, the Story Bridge and a variety of walking and cycling paths," Urbis noted in their submission to the Brisbane City Council.

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Approval for the former 10-level, 62-apartment project had been granted in December 2021.

The Kangaroo Point project is yet another application submitted by Fabcot so far in a busy 2022. In May they submitted plans in Sydney to&nbsp;reinvigorate an existing retail space in Neutral Bay Village, activating a pedestrian laneway and plaza and building 91 apartments above a Woolworths. The proposal also includes extensive office space.

It was revealed late last year that Woolworths were venturing into the residential development space, with the first announcement a $200 million mixed-use building in Sydney's Waterloo.

The project, to be known as Bourke &amp; Young at 923-935 Bourke Street, is being drawn up by&nbsp;Sydney architects Bates Smart. It is expected to have some apartments dedicated to affordable housing for key workers.

Fabcot plans similar residential and retail projects in Elsternwick and Glen Iris in Melbourne and at Scarborough in Perth.

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It was revealed late last year that Woolworths were venturing into the residential development space, with the first announcement a $200 million mixed-use building in Sydney's Waterloo

First look: Woolworths plot larger Kangaroo Point mixed-use apartment and retail development

Oakman is currently under construction on the border of the blue-chip suburbs of Toowong and Taringa, with the boutique community of spacious, park fronting residences already over 50 per cent sold.&nbsp;

The Feltham developed project is immersed in the suburb’s greenery, boasting resort-style landscaping as well as a curated selection of amenity.&nbsp;

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Through retaining 90 per cent of the mature natives onsite, Oakman Residences seamlessly connects and immerses itself with the heritage streetscape and the neighbouring parklands, delivering a boutique collection of just 24 homes.&nbsp;

Designed by the award-winning Hayes Anderson Lynch, Oakman Residences low maintenance living fronts Oakman Park, offering 17 park-fronting three-bedroom residences, along with six full floor three-bedroom sky homes.&nbsp;

The architecturally designed streetscapes that run through the site have been inspired by the iconic brickwork of Brisbane’s luxury retail and dining precinct, James Street.&nbsp;

The spacious residences feature butler’s pantries, curved feature walls and extra high ceilings, in addition to connecting to oversized balconies that invite in the neighbouring parklands.

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Finished to the highest standard, the residences will be built with solid concrete walls and slabs, and will feature timber flooring, European appliances and New Zealand wool carpet.&nbsp;&nbsp;

The crown jewel of the development is ‘Kaieta House’, an 1890’s Federation Queenslander that is being fully restored as part of the development, complete with all the latest fixtures and finishes.&nbsp;

The project also features a circular infinity edge pool, with submerged sun lounges and a Baja shelf, along with a floating timber deck and fire pit with a retained mature native gumtree, a sky terrace with dining and seating overlooking the park, and an outdoor resident’s kitchen with barbecue facilities and a teppanyaki station.&nbsp;

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Nestled on the border of one of Brisbane’s most prestigious schools, Brisbane Boys College, Oakman Residences is also just a short walk from cafes, restaurants, public transport as well as the Brisbane River.

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Construction underway on Taringa residential project, Oakman Residences

Brisbane is set to welcome on of its most striking buildings.

The latest apartment plans by diversified property developer Anthony John Group are for a tree-inspired development.

Bureau^proberts were inspired by the&nbsp;Melaleuca Quinquereme, or the Paperbark Tree, for the design, the building form mimicking the trunk, and the facade layering and colour palette imitating bark.

The 24-level tower will home just 50 apartments.

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Bureau^proberts noted in the design statement submitted to the Brisbane City Council that the dramatic growth of Australian cities has required new approaches to high density living.

"This infill tower in Milton, Brisbane provides 50 generous residences that respond to its subtropical climate and urban context," the architecture firm wrote in their submission.

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"The tower takes on the expressive metaphor of the Melaleuca or Paper bark tree, seen in many of the surrounding streets of Milton, in developing a strategy to challenge the traditional built form that dominates the city fabric and skyline.

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"The organic form is derived from the built context surrounding the site where an ovular form&nbsp;is arranged to suit views and aspect through adjacent sites and beyond to distant landmarks.&nbsp;The colours of the trunk of a Melaleuca of white, tan and grey are reflected in the elemental screen of the tower and podium.

"Its shape is adjusted up the tower to suit the range of plan shapes that create variety of living options from two bed apartments to large home apartments."

There will be four apartment per floor up to level nine, a mix of two and three-bedroom apartments. From level nine upwards will be half floor four-bed apartments.

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They will run to level 21, the 365 sqm sub penthouse, which spans a whole floor. That has a further 80 sqm balcony space.

Above on level 22 is the resident amenity which will include a resort style pool with spa and day beds, a gym, steam room, and a private dining space.

Crowning the unique tower is a two level penthouse. Occupying the 240 sqm lower level is the living zones, an open plan kitchen living and dining with butlers and wine storage, which opens to a balcony with pool. There's also a guest bedroom and an MPR on this level. Upstairs, via a spiral staircase or lift, the second level has a further three bedrooms, including the master with walk in wardrobe and ensuite, as well as a private gym and study.&nbsp;

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Bureau^proberts noted in the design statement submitted to the Brisbane City Council that the dramatic growth of Australian cities has required new approaches to high density living

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