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>.

Joel Robinson

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

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

Brisbane off the plan apartments

Yeronga is one of Brisbane's premier riverfront suburbs.

But it hasn't had an influx of new apartments for a number of years, not since the sell-out successes of Gardner Vaughan's five stage masterplan&nbsp;<a href="/new-apartments/venusto-172-venner-road-yeronga">Renovaré</a>.

The latest project is from&nbsp;<a href="/developers/pradella">Pradella Property</a>&nbsp;who in January launched&nbsp;Jardinia, a collection of 87 apartments ideally located&nbsp;only 200 metres away from Yeronga Train Station.

The location puts future residents just steps away from Yeronga's cafes, restaurants, shopping and schools.

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The recently refurbished <a href="/developments/yeronga-qld-4104">Yeronga</a> Train Station boasts a direct cross-river rail link and improved accessibility, cementing Jardinia's status as a hub of connectivity.

For the foodies, options start just across Devon St, where Yeronga Bakery Cafe and Teddy J's BBQ &amp; Burgers.

Only 250 metres ahead is Club Yeronga which serves everything from steaks, pasta and wood-fired pizza.

Golly Gosh, known for its thoughtfully crafted brunch dishes and top-notch coffee, is within 800 metres, while Osteria Epoca, where contemporary flavours meet traditional Italian methods, is just a three-minute drive.

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For everyday essentials and more, <a href="/developments/fairfield-qld-4103">Fairfield</a> Gardens Shopping Complex is a short six-minute car ride away from Jardinia.

The shopping complex is home to an ALDI, Coles, pharmacy, clinics, and even the Fairfield public library, as well as more cuisine and fast food dining options.

Outdoor enthusiasts will find Jardinia perfectly situated amidst various parks and green spaces.

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Yeronga Street Park, with its views of the Brisbane River and the Indooroopilly Golf Club across, is 500 metres west of Jardinia.

The 5.5-hectare Hyde Road Park, only 700 metres north of Jardinia, has walking tracks, a dog-friendly park, playgrounds, and is surrounded by coffee shops. Slightly further afield is the&nbsp;22-hectare, heritage-listed Yeronga Memorial Park which also has a dog park and a playground, as well as a public swimming pool.

Families with school-going children will find convenience in the proximity of Jardinia to various educational institutions. Yeronga State School, St Sebastian's Primary School, Yeronga State High School, and Yeronga Montessori are all less than 650 metres from Jardinia, making them easily accessible by foot.

Designed by <a href="/architects/wiltshire-stevens-architecture">Wiltshire Stevens</a>, Jardinia offers one, two, three, and four-bedroom residences spread across five levels. Position Property is marketing Jardinia.

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Designed by Wiltshire Stevens, Jardinia offers one, two, three, and four-bedroom residences spread across five levels.

Staff Writer

Jardinia: Yeronga's most centrally located apartment development 

Brisbane builder developer Carbone Developments really know the importance of a well located project.

Their most recent, <a href="/new-apartments/parque-mitchelton-3-mcconaghy-street-mitchelton">Parque Mitchelton in Brisbane's north-west</a>, is ideally located so future residents hardly need a car to get everything and get everywhere they would need.

Set 35 metres from the Mitchelton Station, Parque is just 20 minutes from the city by train, and 15 minutes by car, if it's ever required.

The project of 60 one and two-bedroom apartments starting from $450,000 is also conveniently located within a six-minute walk to Brookside Shopping Centre which has over 100 retailers including Big W, TK Maxx and Target. There's both a Woolworths and a Coles, as well as all the major banks branches. Food and dining options are also aplenty.

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On top of the food and beverage options in the shopping centre, there's also plenty of hospitality venues around the train station including Mary's Seafood, American diner Miss Kay's , Blackwood Espresso Bar and quaint cocktail bar The Woods Bar.

While there's extensive connectivity and convenience near Parque, there's also significant nature opportunities. The apartments have the backdrop of Michelton's leafy Osborne Road Park.

One of the most popular parks is Terabla Park, just over one kilometre from Parque. That features expansive green areas, playgrounds for children, picnic spots, and barbecue facilities. The park also features walking and cycling paths, making it a favourite for both active individuals and families.

There's also further opportunity for nature walks at&nbsp;Bartley's Hill Reservoir and South Pine River, the latter which runs along Kedron Brook Creek.

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There's five primary school opportunities within one kilometre of the front door of Parque, as well as five secondary schools. Tertiary education institutions are also within close proximity, with campuses of the University of Queensland and Torrens University Australia around five kilometres away.

Residents at Parque are also treated to extensive amenity within the building in the form of a&nbsp;swimming pool and a gym, as well as a sun deck with barbecue facilities and park views.

The apartments have been designed by Red Door Architecture to make the most of Brisbane's tropical climate, with the open plan kitchen, living and dining areas opening onto balconies.

<a href="/developers/carbone-developments">Carbone Developments</a>&nbsp;has been developing in Brisbane for over two decades. They've developed both house and multi-residential projects in the likes of&nbsp;<a href="/new-apartments/lutwyche-qld-4030">Lutwyche</a>,&nbsp;<a href="/new-apartments/redland-bay-qld-4165">Redland Bay</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="/new-apartments/chermside-qld-4032">Chermside</a>.

They have future projects coming up in&nbsp;<a href="/new-apartments/windsor-qld-4030">Windsor</a>&nbsp;and Redland Bay.

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While there's extensive connectivity and convenience near Parque, there's also significant nature opportunities

Connected to everything: Why Parque Mitchelton is a walker's paradise

Prominent South East Queensland developer Gardner Vaughan Group is nearing completion of its three-tower Chermside apartment development&nbsp;Estilo on the Park.

They've staggered the releases of the three towers, but now with towers one and two, Lujosa and Belleza, all but sold out, now they've launched the third and final building, Esencia.

Esencia will comprise 50 apartments above four commercial tenancies, completing the 122-apartment development on the edge of the 73-hectare Seventh Brigade&nbsp;Park.

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There are two, three and four-bedroom apartments on offer in Esencia, with prices starting from just over $800,000.

Each apartment features open-plan living spaces extending to large entertainer's balconies.

The kitchens are fitted with integrated European appliances and stone benchtops, while the large master suites feature&nbsp;walk-in wardrobes and en suites with double vanities, imported tiles and designer tapware.

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In a conscious effort to cater to the work from home trend, some apartments have a private study space or a home office.

Residents will also have access to a rooftop terrace with indoor and outdoor dining, in addition to several relaxation zones, a central outdoor pool, and landscaped gardens.&nbsp;

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The last parkside address in&nbsp;<a href="/new-apartments/chermside-qld-4032">Chermside</a>, Estilo on the Park residents will be at the centre of nature, with extensive bicycle paths, walking trails, sporting venues,&nbsp;picnic areas and the popular children's playground Kidspace in the Seventh Brigade Park.

There's just as much retail amenity as there is green, with Westfield <a href="/new-apartments/chermside-qld-4032">Chermside</a>&nbsp;and its 440 plus stores just a stone's throw away from&nbsp;<a href="/new-apartments/estilo-on-the-park-chermside-81-kittyhawk-drive-chermside">Estilo on the Park</a>.

<a href="/developers/gardner-vaughan-group">Gardner Vaughan Group</a>'s in house construction arm are currently building Esencia, which is slated for completion toward the end of 2024.

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There are two, three and four-bedroom apartments on offer in Esencia, with prices starting from just over $800,000

Gardner Vaughan launch final release at Chermside's Estilo on the Park as completion nears

Alderley, the quiet suburb north of Brisbane, is set for a rare injection of new apartments with the upcoming launch of Breathe Residences.

The boutique project is being developed by joint venture partners <a href="/developers/capital-prudential">Capital Prudential</a>, who are behind the recently released Noosa townhouse development JURA Noosa, and the architecturally-driven property developer <a href="/developers/guavalime">Guavalime</a>.

<a href="/new-apartments/breathe-residences-alderley-27-lorne-street-alderley-qld">Breathe Residences</a> occupies a prime site at 27 Lorne Street, ideally located across the road from <a href="/developments/alderley-qld-4051">Alderley</a> Station and its surrounding amenity.

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<a href="/architects/loucas-architects">Loucas Architects</a> designed Breathe Residences, capturing modern Australian design. The central concept focuses on the building’s "lungs" – a garden courtyard at the core, surrounded by pathways promoting mobility, connections, and peaceful moments within the gardens.

Inside, the apartments feature exposed concrete ceilings in the living area, while balconies or outdoor rooms feature built-in bench seats and planter boxes, extending living spaces outdoors while offering opportunities for relaxation and greenery.

The kitchen is finished with reconstituted stone benchtops and kitted with Bosch appliances, including induction cooktops.

[smartcode_project:default project_id=143502 project_image_fid=249941]A number of ground floor apartments have their own entry courtyards, promoting cross-flow ventilation and providing space for personalization with bike racks or plantings.

Local builder&nbsp;<a href="/builders/geocal-group">Geocal Group</a> has already been appointed to build Breathe Residences, which is expected to officially launch soon through Position Property.

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Local builder Geocal Group has already been appointed to build Breathe Residences

Alderley to receive new apartment injection as Breathe Residences approaches launch

Economic Development Queensland has given the greenlight for a new residential development in Bowen Hills, on the northern fringe of the Brisbane CBD.

Cintra Property and Core Property Partners will transform the 4,092 sqm site at 23-39 Abbotsford Road into 122 apartments across two eight-storey buildings, with the development anchored by a restored heritage-listed residence.

The historic house is a focal point to the project, dating back to the 1870s.

DKO Architecture took inspiration from the&nbsp;heritage residence as well as Brisbane’s contemporary sub-tropical lifestyle.

All of the two and three-bedroom apartments feature expansive living areas, study zones and oversized balconies oriented to maximise privacy and views.

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Core Property Partners Managing Director Nathan Andersen said his company would deliver The Abbotsford to the elevated site, only 3km from the CBD, that provides inner city convenience within a suburban landscape of large historic residences.

“The Abbotsford has the incredible advantage that comes with having Brisbane’s best food, retail and entertainment precincts on its doorstep, while maximising the outlook and views that comes with its elevated location,” Andersen said.

“The existing heritage residence, which is more than 150 years old, will undergo a meticulous restoration to become the central hub of the two boutique buildings, connecting the residential spaces with shared recreation areas and landscaped gardens on the ground level.

“This emphasis on lifestyle and wellness continues on both rooftops, which feature their own entertainment areas with pools, yoga lawns and open spaces to take in the outstanding views.

“Liveability is key, with the spacious apartments designed to a high standard of excellence, all cleverly capturing natural light, large living spaces and substantial storage. Coupled with direct access to rail and bus, The Abbotsford will become a great place to live.’’

Andersen said The Abbotsford’s location within the Bowen Hills Priority Development Area, on the doorstep of major transport, employment, health, retail and dining precincts, added to the liveability and amenity infused throughout the project’s design.

“Residents will enjoy access to the city’s best entertainment, dining and retail precincts, from the precincts of James Street, Gasworks and King Street, to the culture and commerce of the CBD itself."

The site is located opposite Bowen Hills train station, two stops from Central station with connecting lines across the city, including both airports, and is within walking distance to the RNA Showgrounds and Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital. Major bus routes can be accessed from stops metres from the entrance of The Abbotsford.

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Core Property Partners Managing Director Nathan Andersen said his company would deliver The Abbotsford to the elevated site that provides inner city convenience within a suburban landscape of large historic residences

Cintra and Core secure approval for heritage-focussed Bowen Hills apartment development, The Abbotsford

Oakridge Property Group is gearing up for the launch of its Upper Mount Gravatt apartment development, Pavilion The Residences.

<a href="/new-apartments/pavilion-the-residences-upper-mount-gravatt-110-klumpp-road-upper-mount-gravatt">Pavilion The Residences</a>,&nbsp;alongside Mimosa Creek nature reserve,&nbsp;encompasses three five-level pavilion-style buildings, which are set to replace a two-storey residence currently occupying the site.&nbsp;

Pavilion The Residences will home 144 apartments with a diverse range of configurations. There are 52 one-bedroom, 72 two-bedroom, and 20 three-bedroom units.

Oakridge enlisted <a href="/architects/mas-architecture-studio">MAS Architecture Studio</a> to craft the design for the Pavilion, employing a sub-tropical aesthetic marked by profound balcony overhangs and strategic fenestration—prioritising solar aspect, orientation, and harmonious integration with the natural surroundings. Louvred screens on west-facing sides not only filter sunlight but also ensure privacy for residents.

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Towers one and three, located along the south and north boundaries, have mostly rectangular shapes. The central tower, aligned with the west boundary, is mainly square.&nbsp;

"Our apartments are actually quite shallow in their designs, but have expansive windows, which will let light penetrate well into the apartments and also allow air to circulate not only within the apartments but also within the corridors of the buildings as well," Nick Simmons, director of MAS Architecture Studio said.

Simmons said that the process for Pavilion has been very collaborative with interior design studio Corner iD and the landscape architect "to make sure our design is holistically gelled together as one entire piece."

"The interior elements actually reflect some of the architectural elements – the texture and materials. The timber and the lightness of those materials are all reflected on the inside as well as the out."

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The heart of the home, the Smeg-equipped kitchen features stone bench tops and hybrid timber floors, while the adjoining living and dining areas feature recessed downlights. The apartments also have ducted air-conditioning and an audio-visual intercom.&nbsp;

Pavilion The Residences also includes exclusive amenities including&nbsp;a landscaped central courtyard which will be used as a common recreation space. That will feature barbecue facilities and a swimming pool which will sit between each towers lobby.

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Pavilion The Residences is strategically located less than 15 minutes from <a href="/new-apartments/brisbane-qld">Brisbane</a>'s CBD, with easy access to major transport hubs like the M1 and Brisbane Metro.

<a href="/developers/oakridge-property-group">Oakridge</a> has partnered with local builder developer <a href="/builders/cs-development-group">CS Development Group</a> for the project. The first stage to hit the market will be the Hibiscus Residences.

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Oakridge has partnered with local builder developer CS Development Group for the project

Oakridge ready launch of Pavilion The Residences, Upper Mount Gravatt apartment development

The rooftop is where the party is at in Brisbane's newest off the plan apartment developments.

No other capital, or city for that matter, in the country commits to putting as much residential facilities on the roof as much as Brisbane. When it's all about the subtropical climate, as much amenity needs to be outdoors.

The trend started small with swimming pools, but now it's full wellness retreats on rooftops, as well as yoga spaces, outdoor gyms, and hot and cold plunge pools. Some even have rooftop cinemas.

We've had a look at the top 10 apartment developments currently on the market with the best rooftop facilities in Brisbane.

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<h2>Project: Ruby Ruby</h2>

<h3>Location: 12 Crombie Street, Milton QLD 4064</h3>

<h3>Developer: Kokoda Property</h3>

Award-winning developer Kokoda Property has continued its pursuit of creating a wellness-led lifestyle at its <a href="/new-apartments/milton-qld-4064">Milton</a> apartment development, Ruby Ruby.

<a href="/new-apartments/ruby-ruby-milton-12-crombie-street-milton">Ruby Ruby</a>'s rooftop will feature a wet-edge swimming pool that spans the full width of the building, as well as several cabanas and day beds, while tropical palms will also be planted to create a holiday environment.&nbsp;

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There's also a firepit area, barbecues and alfresco spaces, and a private dining and bar area.

Completing the fitness component of the rooftop is a health and wellness space with a gym, infrared sauna, spa, plunge pool and yoga studio.&nbsp;

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Additionally, to cater to the trend of working from home, Kokoda provides several meeting rooms on the ground level, while the podium will home a private dining and lounge area, a cinema room, and a billiards room.&nbsp;

The Cottee Parker-designed Ruby Ruby will have 144 apartments ranging from 65 sqm to 155 sqm, including a spacious 164 sqm penthouse, and prices start at $654,000.

<h2>Project: Murcia Residences</h2>

<h3>Location: 9 Overend Street, East Brisbane QLD 4169</h3>

<h3>Developer: Sarazin</h3>

Sarazin's <a href="/new-apartments/murcia-residences-east-brisbane-9-overend-street-east-brisbane">Murcia Residences</a>, positioned near the heart of the Olympics in Woolloongabba, &nbsp;will be topped with an expansive and landscaped amenity space, taking in sweeping panoramic views across the city skyline.&nbsp;

The rooftop's focal point will be the infinity swimming pool, complemented with shaded cabanas and sun lounges.

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Just steps away from the pool will lie the unique wellness centre, where residents can benefit from chilled and heated magnesium plunge pools, a steam room and a sauna.&nbsp;

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Residential amenities will also be featured across the ground level, with new cafes offering a convenient pit stop for residents.

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The second level of Murcia will feature a fully equipped gym, while there'll also be a dedicated bike repair workshop.

Murcia Residences, designed by <a href="/architects/hal-architects">HAL Architects</a>, spans 18 levels and offers one, two, three, and four-bedroom apartments. The design is inspired by the Spanish city of Murcia, blending Mediterranean style with Antipodean subtropical design and cascading landscape.

<h2>Project: The Allere Collection, West Village&nbsp;</h2>

<h3>Location: Mollison Street, West End QLD 4101</h3>

<h3>Developer: Sekisui House Australia</h3>

Sekisui House Australia's latest release, <a href="/new-apartments/the-allere-collection-west-village-mollison-street-west-end">The Allere Collection</a>, in their West Village master plan consists of two side-by-side towers named Uno and Duo designed by renowned architecture firm Rothelowman.&nbsp;

Residents within the Allere Collection will have the benefit of enjoying double the amenity, with shared access to both Uno and Duo rooftops.

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Uno Tower features a rooftop pool, enclosed dining space, seating areas, a vegetable garden, and a 'Paw Pavilion' for off-leash dog space. The Duo Tower boasts its rooftop delights, including a pool, heated spa, lounge room, dining area, and outdoor barbecue facilities.&nbsp;

Expansive green spaces and sustainability measures are also integrated throughout the community. The Walk Score of 99 out of 100 signifies the high level of walkability and accessibility of West Village.

The Allere Collection is due to be completed in late 2024.

<h2>Project: Jardinia</h2>

<h3>Location: 26-36 Shottery Street, Yeronga QLD 4104</h3>

<h3>Developer: Pradella</h3>

<a href="/developers/pradella">Pradella Property</a> raises the bar on health and well-being in their newest <a href="/new-apartments/yeronga-qld-4104">Yeronga</a> apartment development, Jardinia, with a range of rooftop amenities—aiming to enhance residents' quality of life and foster a thriving community.

The rooftop terrace at <a href="/new-apartments/jardinia-yeronga-26-36-shottery-street-yeronga-qld-4104">Jardinia</a> draws inspiration from the riad gardens of palaces in distant lands, featuring lush greenery, a resort-style pool, sunbeds, a multi-purpose media room, and a well-equipped gym.

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Jardinia also takes pride in incorporating EnviroDevelopment elements, achieving a 5-leaf certification from the UDIA EnvironDevelopment.

The development comprises 87 residences with one, two, three, and four bedrooms spread across five levels. The design by <a href="/architects/wiltshire-stevens-architecture">Wiltshire Stevens</a> emphasises a living green façade that connects with the surrounding environment.

<h2>Project: The Lanes, West End</h2>

<h3>Location: 41 Tondara Lane, West End QLD 4101</h3>

<h3>Developer: Pradella</h3>

Pradella has responded to buyer requirements for their Riverside <a href="/new-apartments/west-end-qld-4101">West End</a> master planned precinct, <a href="/new-apartments/the-lanes-west-end-41-tondara-lane-west-end">The Lanes</a>, by incorporating resort-style amenities, including almost 4,500 sqm of facilities, a community park, and a private dog park.

The Lanes will comprise three towers, with the current releases, Wave Residences and Cascade Residences, featuring a rooftop retreat across the two residential towers offering 2,000 sqm of 5-star resort-style facilities with sweeping views of Brisbane's skyline.

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The rooftop retreat will include a 200 sqm infinity-edge Palm Lagoon Pool, a Sky Deck private dining pavilion, a wellness retreat, a mineral plunge pool, and a steam room.

Located in West End's Riverside peninsula, residents at The Lanes will have convenient access to Montague Markets, parklands, riverfront boardwalks, and Brisbane's cultural precinct at their doorstep.

The Lanes is set to take shape in the coming months, with the completion of Stage One, Wave Residences, expected in late 2024.

<h2>Project: Skye Residences</h2>

<h3>Location: 8 River Terrace, Kangaroo Point QLD 4169</h3>

<h3>Developer: Pikos Group</h3>

Residents at <a href="/developments/brisbane-qld">Brisbane</a>-based developer Pikos Group's luxury apartment development Skye Residences in <a href="/developments/kangaroo-point-qld-4169">Kangaroo Point</a> will get exclusive access to the 1,000 sqm sky deck overlooking uninterrupted views of the Brisbane City skyline, South Bank, the Botanic Gardens and the Brisbane River.

The sky deck will be home to an infinity pool, a rooftop bar and a restaurant.

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“The Sky Lounge is the jewel in the crown of this design that will set this development apart for residents and as a Brisbane destination in its own right," Pedro Pikos said.

The three-building Conrad Gargett-designed development comprises 69 apartments with just two units per floor.

<a href="/new-apartments/skye-residences-kangaroo-point-8-river-terrace-kangaroo-point">Skye Residences</a> is under construction by <a href="/builders/tomkins-construction">Tomkins Commercial</a>, with completion slated for mid-2025.

<h2>Project: Monarch Residences</h2>

<h3>Location: 600 Coronation Drive, Toowong QLD 4066</h3>

<h3>Developer: Consolidated Properties</h3>

Leading Brisbane developer <a href="/developers/consolidated-properties">Consolidated Properties</a>' <a href="/new-apartments/monarch-residences-toowong-600-coronation-drive-toowong">Monarch Residences</a> is a unique address combining owner-occupier focussed homes, prime riverfrontage, and world-class rooftop amenities above Brisbane.

Crowning the towers will be an unparalleled rooftop amenity. The space features a heated infinity pool surrounded by day beds, a lounge that can double as a work-from-home space, a sauna, a 'Winter Den,' and several private barbecue seating areas.&nbsp;

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Residents can also entertain in the private dining rooms which come with a commercial kitchen.

Monarch offers a range of one, two, three and four-bedroom apartments and penthouses across two 15-storey towers.

Construction on the project is slated for late 2026.&nbsp;

<h2>Project: Chalk by Graya</h2>

<h3>Location: 228-230 Moray Street, New Farm QLD 4005</h3>

<h3>Developer: Graya</h3>

Luxury home builder and apartment developer <a href="/developers/graya">GRAYA</a>'s second multi-residential development in <a href="/developments/new-farm-qld-4005">New Farm</a>, Chalk, offers just 10 boutique apartments complemented by a range of premium amenities.

Amenities at <a href="/buildings/chalk-by-graya-228-230-moray-street-new-farm">Chalk</a> are located on the expansive rooftop terrace where there's a designer pool, sun lounges, and a sunken fire pit.&nbsp;

An outdoor kitchen with BBQs and dining amenities makes alfresco dining a delight. The rooftop has extensive views of the city skyline and the leafy surrounds of New Farm.

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Chalk caters to downsizers, right-sizers, and professionals seeking proximity to Brisbane's riverfront amenities.

The development provides easy access to New Farm's dining strips, including James Street and the tranquil waterfront precinct.

With construction well underway, Chalk is on track for completion in Q3 2024.

<h2>Project: York by GRAYA&nbsp;</h2>

<h3>Location: 299 Bowen Terrace, New Farm QLD 4005</h3>

<h3>Developer: Graya</h3>

Graya has continued its rooftop amenity focus at&nbsp;<a href="/new-apartments/york-new-farm-299-bowen-terrace-new-farm-qld-4005">YORK</a>, their other New Farm development.

Crowning the five-level Bowen Terrace building is a resort-style rooftop terrace, where again there's a wet edge pool, day beds and a sunken firepit.

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The terrace also features a lounge area, fully equipped dining spaces and a bar.

YORK comprises just five luxury single-level sky homes, following Graya's successful developments in New Farm.

Early works on YORK have already commenced, with completion expected in Q2 2025.

The top 10 best apartment rooftops in Brisbane

Queensland boutique property developer Spyre Group&nbsp;has sold half the units of its luxury New Farm apartment development Moray House, including a record-breaking penthouse sale.

<a href="/new-apartments/moray-house-65-moray-street-new-farm">Moray House</a> comprises a total of only six full-floor, four-bedroom apartments with uninterrupted views of the Story Bridge, <a href="/new-apartments/brisbane-qld">Brisbane</a> CBD, <a href="/new-apartments/kangaroo-point-qld-4169">Kangaroo Point</a> and <a href="/new-apartments/east-brisbane-qld-4169">East Brisbane</a>.&nbsp;Prices start from $9 million.

“The starting price of $9 million owed itself to the development’s exceptional location and craftsmanship,” <a href="/developers/spyre-group">Spyre Group</a> Director Andrew Malouf said.

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Designed by <a href="/architects/bureauproberts">bureau^proberts</a>, Moray House's exterior design communes with the surrounding Jacaranda trees, creating an atmosphere described as “akin to living in a tree house’’. Distinguished by full floor-length garden beds, the exterior transitions in hues with the changing seasons, amplifying its organic connection to nature.

Moray House offers Brisbane's largest full-floor residences, boasting expansive living spaces of up to 459 sqm and approximately 27 metres of direct river-frontage.&nbsp;

The interiors are appointed with the highest quality finishes, including Chambord stone, European Oak Herringbone floors, bespoke timber joinery, Italian natural stone, &nbsp;and custom lighting by James Walsh and SOKTAS.

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Residents will enjoy indoor-outdoor living via open-plan living areas leading out to spacious covered terraces overlooking the Story Bridge, perfect for entertaining or simply soaking in the breathtaking views.&nbsp;

The kitchen features a sculptural natural stone island bench as a centrepiece and is well-appointed with premium appliances by WOLF, Liebherr, and VZUG.

The master suite occupies over 50 sqm with a custom walk-in wardrobe and an ensuite with Brisbane’s city skyline as its backdrop.

“Each apartment can be individually curated for the new owners with custom components that allow their homes to truly classify as ‘one of one’," Malouf added. Custom options include a sky garage, wellness room, gym, media room, his and hers study, and a wine cellar.

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There will be two apartments with the sky garage feature. The residents of the apartments will be able to pull in off Moray Street, enter a remote-controlled car lift, and drive into their garage in their apartments above the Brisbane River.

“The sky garage will appeal to luxury vehicle enthusiasts who want privacy as well as the additional security of garaging their car in their apartment rather than using regular basement parking,’’ Malouf added.

Situated at 65 Moray Street, Moray House offers direct access to the <a href="/developments/new-farm-qld-4005">New Farm</a> Riverwalk and Brisbane's best metropolitan amenities right at its doorstep.

Construction is already underway, with Spyre Group calling on&nbsp;<a href="/builders/contrast-constructions">Contrast Constructions</a> to handle the build. Moray House is expected to complete in 2025.

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Construction is already underway, with Spyre Group calling on Contrast Constructions to handle the build. Moray House is expected to complete in 2025.

Spyre Group Moray House in New Farm 50% sold as construction continues

Sydney-based private real estate developer <a href="/developers/trezetto-developments">Trezetto Developments</a> has already secured 60 per cent of sales at its boutique, luxury Kangaroo Point apartment development, Sorano House.

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<a href="/new-apartments/sorano-house-kangaroo-point-12-hamilton-street-kangaroo-point">Sorano House</a> comprises just seven full-floor apartments with never-built views of the Brisbane City skyline, the Story Bridge, and the Brisbane River.

Designed by <a href="/architects/ferro-chow-architects">Ferro Chow Architecture</a>, Sorano House drew inspiration from the natural surroundings of <a href="/new-apartments/kangaroo-point-qld-4169">Kangaroo Point</a> and the Brisbane River.

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Each full-floor apartment spans 350 sqm and offers a a 35-metre frontage that captures uninterrupted 180-degree views of the city skyline and river below.&nbsp;

With direct lift access, the private lift lobby sets the tone with a Roman travertine-clad entry statement leading into the living area, featuring wide plank oak flooring, marble-topped joinery, and a custom fireplace.

The kitchens, the heart of every home, feature rich timber cabinetry, 100mm marble benchtops, a concealed butler’s pantry, a grand 5.5-metre island bench and Wolf, Sub Zero, and V-Zug appliances.&nbsp;

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Wool loop pile carpets grace the flooring of the master bedroom which comprises a his and hers dressing rooms finished in fluted glass and timber cabinetry, and a custom corner fireplace. The master also incorporates the uninterrupted river and city views.

Residents at Sorano House will enjoy various amenities such as a resident’s gym, Himalayan salt sauna, swimming pool, and a private dining room with an accompanying wine store.

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Strategically located at 8-12 Hamilton Street in a quiet riverside cul-de-sac, Sorano House provides easy access to <a href="/new-apartments/brisbane-qld">Brisbane</a> CBD via the new Kangaroo Point Green Bridge.&nbsp;

Currently under construction with <a href="/builders/rocking-horse-constructions">Rocking Horse Constructions</a>, Sorano House is scheduled for completion in the first quarter of 2025.

The apartments have been snapped up by downsizers from&nbsp;Brisbane&nbsp;and the Sunshine Coast.

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YPM Group Projects Director Phillip Rand says the successful start to the campaign has been underpinned by the decision to start construction before&nbsp;launching to market.

"Buyers at this end of the market want to have full confidence in the delivery of the project&nbsp;before they commit, and the biggest confidence driver&nbsp;in the current climate&nbsp;is construction&nbsp;certainty," Rand says.

"Our Sorano House buyers have been drawn to both the rarity and exceedingly high quality of the project as well as the development around it.&nbsp;The Kangaroo Point Green bridge is less than 100m away, connecting you with&nbsp;Brisbane's City&nbsp;and the new Waterfront&nbsp;Brisbane&nbsp;by foot, plus just 500m from the site Queen's Wharf will bring 50 new restaurants and cafes within walking distance."

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Currently under construction with Rocking Horse Constructions, Sorano House is scheduled for completion in the first quarter of 2025

Luxury Kangaroo Point apartment development Sorano House races to 60% sold as buyers fight for premium position and product

The Brisbane CBD is set for one of its largest ever residential towers.

Legendary Japanese architect <a href="/architects/koichi-takada-architects">Koichi Takada</a> is set to put his stamp on the CBD with the recent plans for <a href="/new-apartments/25-mary-street-brisbane">25 Mary Street</a>, a 71-level residential tower.

At 264 metres, the new tower will be up there with the 270m Brisbane Sky Tower and the 264m <a href="/buildings/the-one-residences-brisbane-8-adelaide-street-brisbane">The One Residences</a> by <a href="/developers/shayher-group">Shayher Group</a>.

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The plans by developers James and John Kaias's development company KS Property are for 527 one, two, three and four bedroom apartments, set above eight basement levels and five podium levels which will home 469 car parking spaces and 508 bicycle spaces.

Takada says in the Urban Design Report submitted to the Brisbane City Council that the building&nbsp;is intended to become a landmark unique built form with several curved elevated urban parks.

"The tower will contribute positively to the rapidly evolving Brisbane city skyline as an examplar of subtropical tower design."

<h2>The Site</h2>

The new project will sits on a 2,736 sqm block across 25 Mary Street and 98 and 98A Margaret Street, two streets away from the Brisbane City Botanic Gardens and a street away from Queens Wharf Brisbane.

It directly adjoins the Unilodge campus apartment building, as well as the Metro 21 apartment building and the 23-level commercial office building Mineral House.

<h2>The Apartments</h2>

The 527 apartments will be broken down as follows:

<ul>
	<li>187 one beds (35%)</li>
	<li>154 two beds (29%)</li>
	<li>168 three beds (32%)</li>
	<li>18 four beds (3%)</li>
</ul>

<h2>The Recreation</h2>

There will be over 4,000 sqm of communal recreational area throughout the building.

Level six and seven will cater for the whole building, with facilities such as a pet spa, yoga rooms, float therapy, sauna, spa, gym, basketball court, climbing wall, barbecue area, semi outdoor terrace, lap pool and private dining space.

Level 23 will feature a business centre with an open air lawn space with barbecues, golf simulator, library with two lounges and two landscaped terraces, two dining rooms with kitchens, a multi purpose room.

Exclusive to the sky-rise collection of apartments, level 39 will hav a swimming pool and spa, a full wall of barbecues, another lounge and library space, a dining room and a personal training room.

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The penthouse collection apartments also get their own level of amenity. Level 66 will home the sky wellness hub, with hot and cold&nbsp;plunge pools, a lap pool and spa, more lounge and library space and dining rooms, another private personal training room, and a meeting room.

"The design provides high quality and considered public open space for residents at multiple levels staggered vertically through the building," Koichi Takada Architects noted in their submission.

"The recreation levels incorporate a variety of sheltered and shaded seating areas and communal open spaces. These spaces have all been carefully designed with consideration of visual impact from the street, including lighting and feature artwork to the soffits. The recreation levels edges are sculptural in plan, projecting further past the typical tower facade align to create special spaces."

<h2>The Design</h2>

Koichi Takada Architects said the design&nbsp;of the tower draws inspiration from nature.

"The height of the proposal naturally invokes the impression of a tree trunk extending up into the sky, with the recreation levels as ‘nests’ that are inserted vertically throughout the height of the building," the report noted.

"The materiality of the building seeks to emphasise this connection by making use of warm timber tones to the slab soffits. The rippling organic forms of the recreation level ‘nests’ serve the dual purpose of providing visual breaks to the massing and bulk of the proposal while also clearly defining and giving an identity to each of these spaces. Feature artwork to the soffits of the recreation levels provide further visual interest that can be seen both from street level and from afar.

"The feature roof canopy not only provides shade but also acts as an architectural crown to create an interesting visual form in the skyline that can also be lit up at night. The sculptural forms of the recreational floors create a rhythmic interplay and provide large, sheltered gardens in the sky."

<h2>The Balconies</h2>

Takada says the proposal introduces a unique offering to Brisbane - truly breathable balconies at high level, comparing the breathable balconies to those found in Greenland's Greenland Centre on Sydney's Bathurst Street.

"The ‘breathable’ balconies provide the ability for occupants to control and regulate conditions in their balconies to suit their own preferences and comfort levels. The balconies incorporate a ventilation opening at high level that remains open at all times, with protection from rain etc. provided by the overhang of the slab/eaves above. A second ventilation pathway is provided by a louvered opening at low level which is able to be closed off in adverse conditions."

Major view lines from the apartments open across the city in every direction. Windows and balconies are designed to frame the views and capture desirable sunlight and breezes whilst providing protection to internal living spaces.

<h2>The Podium and Ground Level</h2>

The podium design references the horizontality of the tower above at a more fine-grained scale, incorporating organic forms and lush green planting, Takada says.

"Cascading plants spill over the feature awning, softening hard built form edges and providing an enhanced pedestrian experience. The timber ‘waterfall’ is populated by living greenery, carefully selected to ensure some species are always flowering at all times of the year. The retail tenancy in the corner provides activation to the street edge, while the high-ceilinged lobby creates an inviting entrance space for all occupants."

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They said the ground level streetscape is activated by an abundance of planting and tactile, layered materials.

"Existing street trees are to be retained where possible. Green walls are located to the left and right of the feature podium, softening the edges of the building. The new landscaped awning continues the existing rhythm of awnings along the street, following the slope of the site. The driveway crossover has been designed to be as unobtrusive as possible, with all turnaround and servicing spaces located to the rear of the site."

The lobby is a double height space with a glazed entrance, creating a generously proportioned space for residents to mingle. The open nature of the lobby also provides the opportunity for passive surveillance of the street.

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