<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/sunland-group">Sunland Group</a> has officially lodged plans for its first Gold Coast apartment project since the departure of the Abedian family from the company three years ago, unveiling a new high-rise proposal for a prominent Broadbeach corner site on Old Burleigh Road.

The application was submitted by an entity directed by Tom Jamieson, stepson of longtime Sunland leader Soheil Abedian, and Riaz Rezvanipour, brother-in-law of Sahba Abedian, Soheil’s son.

Sunland acquired the 1,283 sqm site on the corner of Old Burleigh Road and Armrick Avenue for $9.5 million late last year and is now seeking approval for a <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/99-101-old-burleigh-road-broadbeach-qld-4218">42-storey tower with 81 apartments</a>.

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Designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/contreras-earl-architecture">Contreras Earl Architecture</a>, the proposed tower at 99-101 Old Burleigh Road would deliver a predominantly larger-format apartment mix aimed at the owner-occupier market. Plans include 17 two-bedroom apartments, 55 three-bedroom apartments, and nine four-bedroom residences across 35 residential levels.

The development also incorporates three basement levels, four podium parking levels, two levels of communal recreation facilities, and rooftop plant and equipment. A total of 189 car spaces are proposed, significantly exceeding the 90 spaces required under the planning scheme.

The architecture adopts a sculpted, curvilinear form, with deep wraparound balconies and integrated landscaping intended to soften the tower’s vertical expression. The planning report states the building’s “slender footprint/form provides a complimentary yet varied built form within the local streetscape” and contributes to “a varied, yet ordered skyline.”

Contreras Earl noted in its Architectural Statement that from the early stages, the project addressed a fundamental challenge: how to accommodate the required residential yield while avoiding the conventional model of a tower sitting on a rigid, fully resolved parking podium.

“The most direct response would have been to consolidate parking into a singular, flat podium and extrude a repetitive tower above,” the statement said. “While efficient, this approach would result in a consolidated built form with limited engagement with the surrounding landscape and public realm.”

Instead, the conventional podium model was “deliberately rejected”. The architects described the base of the building as “a landscaped architectural condition where structure, planting and circulation are integrated”.

“Rather than presenting a continuous built mass, the base of the building is articulated through a series of concrete planter elements that organise the podium into a fragmented system,” the statement said. “This approach reduces the perceived bulk of the lower levels while establishing a more permeable interface with the streetscape and adjacent open space.”

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The site sits within the High Density Residential Zone and inside the City of Gold Coast’s unrestricted “HX” building height area, where the planning framework anticipates intensified residential development tied to the expanding light rail corridor. The planning report notes the area is undergoing “transition toward more intense development forms” given its proximity to Broadbeach, Surfers Paradise, and high-frequency public transport infrastructure.

Positioned directly opposite Broadbeach Park and within walking distance of Florida Gardens light rail station, the development would sit among a rapidly evolving stretch of Old Burleigh Road that has become one of the Gold Coast’s most active apartment development corridors.

The application joins a growing pipeline of luxury residential projects reshaping Broadbeach, including nearby developments by 5Point Projects, Polycell, and Graya.

The planning report argues the project contributes toward the Gold Coast’s long-term housing targets under the South East Queensland Regional Plan, which forecasts the need for more than 100,000 additional high-rise dwellings across the city by 2046.

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The Abedian family departed Sunland Group in late 2023, ending a four-decade association with the company, and subsequently established the private development firm Abedian &amp; Co. The group is currently delivering <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/greenmount-residences-cnr-hill-street-and-marine-parade-coolangatta-qld-4225">Greenmount Residences</a> at Rainbow Bay and recently launched <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/18-mary-avenue-14-18-mary-avenue-broadbeach-qld-4218">18 Mary Avenue</a> in Broadbeach.
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Joel Robinson

First look: Sunland Group returns to Broadbeach new apartment market with new Old Burleigh Road tower plans

The Minns Labor Government has established the new Bays West Delivery Authority to lead the development&nbsp;of the Bays West Precinct and Blackwattle Bay Precinct.&nbsp;

The Authority is charged with creating Sydney’s newest precinct, a thriving, connected, sustainable hub with White Bay Power Station as its cultural heart. Its vision is to build on the area’s natural, cultural and industrial history to shape a vibrant new neighbourhood.

The precinct will deliver up to 8,500 well-located homes, including a minimum of 10 per cent affordable and essential worker homes. Combine new housing with public open space, opening public access to the waterfront for the first time in more than 100 years, while retaining important deep-water facilities to support Sydney’s working harbour.

Located just minutes from the Sydney CBD and connected to a world-class metro, ferry, walking and cycling links, the Bays West precinct will rebalance housing growth towards well-serviced inner-city locations and help tackle the state’s housing crisis.

The Bays West Delivery Authority,&nbsp;an agency of the Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure, will report to the NSW Minister for Lands and Property who already has oversight of major precinct renewal projects including at Blackwattle Bay and Barangaroo.

As part of the broader Bays West transformation, the Minns Government recently announced that a proposal from Lendlease to redevelop part of the Bays West Precinct has progressed to Stage 2 of the NSW Government’s unsolicited proposals process.

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The Minns Labor Government has also confirmed the Bays West precinct will have a new suburb name. This will be the first major suburb built in close proximity to Sydney’s CBD in decades and will encompass the area currently being referred to as Bays West, including Glebe Island and the White Bay Power Station. Served by a new Metro station just five minutes from the CBD, it will become one of the most populous suburbs in the Inner West and one of Sydney’s premier cultural destinations.

An early works program is taking shape, which&nbsp;includes the first stages of an international design competition.&nbsp;

The aim of the Bays West&nbsp;International&nbsp;Design Competition is to&nbsp;ensure design excellence is embedded in the project from the start. The competition will deliver an&nbsp;urban framework that defines the character, ambition and long-term identity of&nbsp;this&nbsp;former industrial precinct as it transitions to a vibrant, inclusive and sustainable residential&nbsp;neighbourhood.

The competition will be led by the Bays West Delivery Authority in partnership with Government Architect NSW.&nbsp;

It will launch with an invitation for a global Expressions of Interest, before moving to an invitation-only stage that will be assessed by a panel that&nbsp;will provide advice to Cabinet who will select a winner.

Premier of NSW, Chris Minns said the establishment of the new Authority is the first step in transforming the Bays West precinct into a vibrant, livable suburb minutes from the Sydney CBD and two stops from Hunter St Station on the Metro West line.

“The Authority will deliver well-located homes close to the heart of the city and integrate the new precinct with Blackwattle Bay and the new Sydney Fish Market.

“This is a generational opportunity to build a new suburb on the city’s edge and open the harbour foreshore to the public for the first time in a century.”&nbsp;

Minister for Lands and Property Steve Kamper said the new Bays West Delivery Authority established by the Minns Government will turbocharge the development of Sydney’s newest suburb.

“The Authority is working at a record pace to deliver an international design competition, planning pathways and a financial model so that this development benefits Sydney with well-designed homes in a central location, close to public transport, jobs, entertainment and essential services.

“If we want Sydney to stay liveable and affordable, we need to be bold about using underutilised government-owned land to deliver homes for the future while making sure essential working harbour functions can be accommodated.”

Bays West Delivery Authority established to "turbocharge" Sydney’s newest suburb

Around 400 additional homes could be built at Southwark Grounds on Port Road, lifting total site capacity from 1300 to around 1700 dwellings.

A recently approved code amendment would allow apartment towers of up to 14 storeys in some areas of Renewal SA’s redevelopment of the former West End Brewery.

Renewal SA Acting Chief Executive Shane Wingard said he welcomed the code amendment, with the increase in heights and homes making a positive impact on the supply of high-quality, well-connected housing close to the city.

“By going higher across some parts of Southwark Grounds, we are adding a substantial number of very well-located homes with little impact on project delivery time or planned open space,” Mr Wingard said.

Since the project officially launched in 2025, Mr Wingard said more than 12,000 enquiries had been received about living at Southwark Grounds.

“The very strong early interest we’ve seen since homes were first released in the precinct reinforces our plans to create more housing opportunities,” he said.

The Southwark Grounds code amendment was launched in December last year, with community engagement undertaken over five weeks from January.

It proposed increasing maximum building heights from eight to 14 storeys on the eastern section of Southwark Grounds, and to 12 storeys across the remainder of the site, with minimum building heights ranging from two to four storeys.

The code amendment was implemented through an Early Commencement policy in late January, allowing developers to quickly explore the viability of increased height and housing yield while other planning processes continue.

One of the first developers delivering apartment sites have already finalised redesigns to increase the number of apartments following the code amendment.

Samaras’ development adjacent to the future Colonel Light Park is now planning to deliver 125 apartments across 11 storeys, significantly greater than original plans of around 50 apartments across four storeys.

The developer is also exploring the potential for additional affordable housing outcomes.

Most of the apartments at Southwark Grounds will be delivered within a master-planned precinct on a large parcel of land on the eastern portion of the site, covering around two-thirds of its 8.4 hectares.

Wingard said detailed precinct planning over the coming months may identify further opportunities to increase yield further that could see total apartment numbers at Southwark Grounds, exceed this number.

Affordable homes at Southwark Grounds will also see a net increase, with Renewal SA maintaining its commitment to a minimum of 20 per cent affordable housing across the development.

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Civil works have begun across the site, with construction under way on the first new roads surrounding a townhouse precinct in the south‑west corner of Southwark Grounds. This includes Renewal SA’s 17 Founder’s Row homes, which are on track for completion by Christmas.

“We expect to have people living at Southwark Grounds by the end of the year, so delivering roads and public spaces for those residents is among our highest priorities.”

Construction of 40 townhouses off Anderson Street, known as West Village and being delivered by Contour, is forecast to begin in mid‑2026. Kolabb’s Anderson Lane development will follow shortly after, delivering a further 26 townhouses.

Southwark Grounds is a state government‑led urban renewal project now set to deliver around 1,700 homes over the next decade.

Homes will be supported by a supermarket, a range of retail and hospitality offerings anchored by a revitalised Walkerville Brew Tower, a childcare centre, car parking and well‑connected public spaces.

400 new homes planned for Adelaide's former West End Brewery site

Brisbane developer&nbsp;<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/cavcorp">Cavcorp</a> has lodged plans for a new mixed-use residential development at <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/55-wyandra-street-teneriffe-qld-4005">55 Wyandra Street</a>, Teneriffe, anchored by an 85-metre public laneway designed to reconnect the suburb’s riverfront with the Gasworks precinct.

The buildings, known as Teneriffe House and Teneriffe Lane, would replace the existing Queensland Cotton head office site with a 15-storey residential tower transitioning to eight storeys toward Helen Street. The project has been designed by Plazibat Architects and lodged as a code assessable development application for 93 apartments across a 3,401 sqm mixed-use site within the Newstead and Teneriffe Waterfront neighbourhood plan.

Central to the scheme is the transformation of an existing service easement into a publicly accessible cross-block connection linking Wyandra and Helen Streets. Cavcorp says the new laneway will act as both a pedestrian shortcut and a landscaped civic space between the Teneriffe Riverwalk, ferry terminal, and Gasworks precinct.

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“The revised proposal delivers a legacy public-realm cross-block link, permanently secured for community use, transforming an existing private easement into a safe, high-quality pedestrian connection between the Teneriffe heritage riverwalk and the Gasworks–Long Island precinct,” the planning report states.

The laneway will sit beneath a large subtropical loggia integrated into the podium levels of the development. The design incorporates deep landscaping, water gardens, lobby spaces, business lounges, and ground-floor apartments to create what Cavcorp describes as a climate-responsive “urban verandah.”

The tower itself has been designed as a slender form with recessed floorplates and curved translucent corners inspired by contemporary Japanese architecture. The building height aligns with the Commercial Road precinct controls, which permit towers up to 15 storeys within proximity to Longland Street.

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The project will comprise a mix of larger-format apartments aimed at owner-occupiers, downsizers, and families. The proposed apartment mix includes 11 loggia apartments across the lower levels, 50 four-bedroom Sky-Terrace apartments from levels three to seven, and 32 Sky-Pool Homes occupying the upper tower levels. The Sky-Pool Homes will feature private thermal plunge pools integrated into oversized balconies.

According to the application, the apartments are intended to reinterpret the scale and character of Teneriffe’s woolstore conversions and Queensland homes within a vertical residential format.

“The sky-pool homes build on Cavcorp’s previous projects and introduce a distinct apartment typology to Teneriffe, informed by both local and international precedent and responding to an identified market demand for enhanced safety, space and amenity,” the planning submission notes.

A major focus of the proposal is its five-level wellness and lifestyle offering, extending from the basement through to the rooftop.

Amenities proposed include a rooftop Swim &amp; Racquet Club with a 25-metre Olympic lap pool and tennis court, coworking spaces and libraries, golf simulators, wine storage, concierge facilities, business lounges, pet wash areas, and rooftop longevity-focused wellness spaces with spas, outdoor fitness zones, and landscaped terraces.

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All parking will be concealed within basement levels accessed from Wyandra and Helen Streets. Cavcorp says the deep-basement engineering approach allows the entire ground plane to prioritise landscaping, pedestrian movement, and active frontage rather than vehicle infrastructure.

The development continues Cavcorp’s concentration in Newstead and Teneriffe, where the Brisbane developer has delivered a number of apartment projects including Lucent, Le Bain, and Luminare, as well as the Long Island Wellness Precinct nearby. Several of those projects have received national design and architecture awards, including recognition under Brisbane’s “Buildings that Breathe” program.

Cavcorp unveils wellness-focused Teneriffe House and Teneriffe Lane apartment buildings

Focus Group Investments has lodged plans for a new apartment development at <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/64-70-hanover-street-fitzroy-vic-3065">64–70 Hanover Street</a> in Fitzroy, seeking to utilise the Victorian Government’s recently introduced Great Design Fast Track pathway to accelerate approvals for the project.

The proposal is among the latest developments to emerge through the state-led initiative, which was established to fast-track well-designed residential projects in activity centres and transport-connected inner-city locations. The pathway allows qualifying developments that meet elevated design and housing benchmarks to bypass traditional council planning timeframes and instead be assessed directly by the Department of Transport and Planning.

Designed by SJB, the development will comprise a mix of apartments above activated lower levels, with a strong focus on architectural articulation, landscaping, and communal amenity. The design response seeks to balance the industrial character of Richmond’s former warehouse precincts with a more contemporary residential form.

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Proposed are 63 new dwellings, a wide ranging mix of studio, one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments, and townhouses and duplexes. They will be spread across a part-three, part-eight storey building.

The Planning and Urban Context Report by Tract says the development is of an "exemplary architectural standard" and has been carefully crafted by SJB Architects.

"Dwellings&nbsp;will benefit from excellent access to natural light, cross-ventilation opportunities and extensive communal space," the report noted.

The architectural material highlights the project’s integration of landscaped elements and communal spaces throughout the building. The proposal also incorporates sustainability initiatives aligned with the Victorian Government’s push for higher-performing apartment developments under the fast-track program.

The Great Design Fast Track was unveiled by the Victorian Government in 2024 as part of a broader housing supply strategy aimed at accelerating the delivery of new homes. Projects assessed through the pathway must demonstrate high-quality architecture, sustainability outcomes, and housing diversity while being located close to public transport and existing infrastructure.

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Focus Group, founder and led by Paul De Lutiis, is increasingly active across Melbourne’s inner suburbs, targeting well-connected urban renewal locations suited to medium and higher-density residential development. The Fitzroy proposal continues that strategy, leveraging the area’s strong transport links, established retail amenity, and proximity to the CBD.

Fitzroy has been one of the most popular spots for developers and buyers in recent years. The likes of PACE Development Group, SMA Projects, Crema Group and Chapter Group, currently selling projects in the suburb.

First look: Focus Group Investments taps Victoria’s Great Design Fast Track for Fitzroy apartments

Brisbane off the plan apartments

Billionaire John Van Lieshout's Unison Projects has secured a residential development site in Herston.

They've spent $6.88 million on a 2,023 sqm site across&nbsp;51-53 Bramston Terrace and 7 Weightman Street.

Shannon Down of Unison Projects said there was limited zoned land in Herston able to be secured for development.

“With Herston only a small suburb located 2km from the Brisbane CBD, we recognised the unique opportunity presented to secure, a rare, over 2000sqm corner site that has Council planning support for apartments,” Down said.

“Herston has more recently been devoid of good quality new apartments, this site is the second holding Unison has secured, and represents a unique opportunity to design and deliver a landscape rich high-quality apartment project designed by Ellivo Architects and WILDStudios.

“We foresee a high level of interest from purchasers who seek large liveable apartments within boutique scale projects that have a high level of local amenity."

This project is within walking distance of King Street and James Street lifestyle centres, while also being in close proximity to public transport offerings such as the Inner Northern Busway and Brisbane Metro, which is due to be completed and operational this year.

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Unison are set to work on the new site after they've delivered their near Herston project on Fleming Road, where they're developing 22 four-bedroom terrace homes.

Colliers Queensland Executive of Residential Site Sales James Matley said the site was&nbsp;the second property Unison Projects has purchased in the Herston precinct in the last few years.

“This not only demonstrates the strength of the Brisbane market but is testament to the strength of the growing demand for development sites in the Herston area given significant incoming projects like the Victoria Park and Herston Quarter redevelopments," Matley says.

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Colliers Queensland Director of Development Sites Adam Rubie said this site presented an excellent opportunity for interested parties to deliver a high-end project.

“We are confident that Unison Projects will be able to take full advantage of the location and potential of the site,” Rubie said.

“During the campaign, well-known property developers were not only attracted to the underlying planning opportunity, but the site sits on one of the highest north facing ridges in Herston.

“It immediately adjoins the Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital and $1.1 billion Herston Quarter Redevelopment. It also neighbours the 1938 built and now heritage listed Dental Hospital and College and is about 400 metres from the master planned 45Ha $83 million Victoria Park redevelopment project, due to commence in the coming years.

“In addition, this site is also close to the community centric Brisbane Showgrounds redevelopment and lifestyle destination incorporating wellness, retail and cultural spaces,” Rubie added.

Shannon Down of Unison Projects said there was limited zoned land in Herston able to be secured for development

Unison secure residential development site in Brisbane's Herston

Seven Hills in Brisbane's inner east offers buyers both convenience to the city and an escape to nature.

It's managed to keep its quaint, suburban feel, with little to no population growth over the last decade. Just over 2,000 people call Seven Hills home, according to the latest census data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics.

Most if its development came post World War II, when it was designed as a&nbsp;"garden estate", given almost half of the suburb occupied by the Seven Hills Bushland Reserve.

The lack of population growth shows there's been little to no opportunity to buy into the already established suburb, with very little new housing options in the owner-occupier-centric market.

Developer Heran Building Group is offering a rare opportunity to buy into the tightly held suburb, in their Clearview Urban Village masterplan of townhomes and apartments.

All townhomes have been snapped up, but there's still opportunity to buy into their apartment development, Vivace Apartments.

There's just 30 units in the Tallowwood Street building, a mix of two, three and four-bedroom apartments.&nbsp;Prices start from&nbsp;$685,000 for a two-bedder, which features two-bathrooms and two car spaces.&nbsp;

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The three-bedroom apartments are priced from $815,000, while the four-bedders come in at $1.45 million.&nbsp;

Designed by Heran's internal architect, the Vivace Apartments offer a contemporary design, with a natural colour palette and timber features juxtaposed to stone.

The spacious site provides large balconies and vertical screens for privacy and shading, and contrasts with the high density solutions of the inner city.

Communal spaces are dotted around the site, including a swimming pool, barbecue facilities, a fully-equipped gym, sauna, steam room and communal lounge.

The apartments will also feature secure underground parking and ample visitor parking as well, which only helps to bolster the community feel.&nbsp;

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Residents will be just steps away from the sprawling 50-hectare Seven Hills Bushland Reserve, which offers a number of bush walks with scenic views along the way.&nbsp;

Multiple access points to the walking track network can be found in streets adjoining the reserve, including Latina Avenue, Darcy Road, and Richmond Road.

For those who prefer to cycle, bicycle paths are readily available by the Brisbane River. The ferry to Brisbane CBD is also an option, as is taking the train, with Clearview conveniently close to Morningside and Norman Park train stations.

The apartments are within close proximity to the Brisbane CBD, South Bank, West End, and Fortitude Valley, which are well known for their abundance of shopping precincts and dining options, whether it be local or international cuisine, fine dining, or street markets.

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Brisbane is also a mecca for cultural activities, with Southbank offering performances at the Riverstage or the Queensland Performing Arts Centre, as well as exhibitions at museums or art galleries. For sports fans, Clearview is also close to both Suncorp Stadium and the Gabba.

The majority of the suburb's population is made up of families, with the suburb close in proximity to numerous private schools and universities, including Anglican Church Grammar School, Saint Thomas Catholic Primary School, Somerville House, Queensland University of Technology, and University of Queensland.

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The lack of population growth shows there's been little to no opportunity to buy into the already established suburb, with very little new housing options in the owner-occupier-centric market

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Seven Hills: The garden suburb where new housing is a rarity

Apartment developer Kokoda Property has doubled down on Milton, the sought-after, inner-suburb of Brisbane.

Having recently completed The Ambrose, Kokoda has secured a prime 1,640 sqm block at 12-16 Crombie Street, where they plan to develop a 22-level tower.

They paid around $11 million for the site.

Around 160 apartments will be spread across the building, with a rooftop pool, private dining room, and a health and wellness space with a gym.

Cottee Parker, who designed The Ambrose, have again been commissioned to draw up the plans for the new building.

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The project will have a total value of around $160 million and will further add to Kokoda’s $2.5 billion pipeline of projects across both Queensland and Victoria, inclusive of 1,600 apartments under development.&nbsp;

A strong believer in Brisbane, Kokoda Property Founder and Managing Director Mark Stevens said all indicators point towards a robust market.&nbsp;

“Brisbane is a market primed for growth and Kokoda is excited to be playing a leading role with the announcement of another first-class development, in a sublime location," Stevens said.

“Brisbane is rapidly transforming into a new world city; its culture, business centre, technology, and lifestyle is evolving with over $40 billion of infrastructure investment planned, so naturally there is a shift occurring with demand now skewed towards sophistication and luxury residential design."

Since launching in early 2021, The Ambrose is over 98 per cent sold, with the four remaining penthouses due to tip the project to a sell-out once they hit the market.&nbsp;

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“Kokoda’s heritage lies in high-end luxury so this narrative carries through our brand into all our projects," Stevens added.

"Continuing this history is extremely important to us as this high-grade offering lies at the core of the company’s value proposition. We engage the best architects and interior designers from around the world to ensure that we are market-leading and cutting-edge.

“High-end developments with a design-led approach are contributing towards this transformation so we are proud to be actively developing in what is one of the most exciting times in Brisbane’s modern history.”

Kokoda will start taking expressions of interest for the new project later this month.

Around 160 apartments will be spread across the building, with a rooftop pool, private dining room, and a health and wellness space with a gym

Kokoda secure prime Milton site for Cottee Parker-designed apartment tower

Seldom does an opportunity come around to live in a penthouse designed by one of Australia's most renowned architecture firms.

Even rarer is it that you can design the floorplan yourself.

That's what Sekisui&nbsp;House&nbsp;Australia is offering atop the Uno building,&nbsp;one of the two vertical communities in The Allere Collection, part of their award-winning West End masterplan, West Village.

Rothelowman, in collaboration with Sekisui House Australia’s development team, have shared a sneak peek of just one of the custom floorplan layouts, which spreads across the whole of Uno's 19th level.&nbsp;

It spans a massive 650 sqm of internal floor space,&nbsp;as well&nbsp;as featuring seven balconies to take in the sweeping 360 degree views.&nbsp;

The floorplan incorporates four bedrooms, three in the guest wing and one master suite set privately on the other side of the apartment. The master will have its own sauna, spa, sitting room, and balcony. The bedrooms in the guest wing, each with their own ensuites and walk-in wardrobes, have a shared rumpus room. They sit the other side of a home gym and treatment room.

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The primary living space, which is separated from the kitchen and dining area with a&nbsp;central fireplace,&nbsp;is located on the south-east corner of the penthouse, so it takes in views of both Roma St Parklands and the Brisbane River, as well as the city skyline.

The kitchen, with two butler's pantries and full width island bench, has its own balcony. The largest balcony is off the living area, and that's equipped with a full outdoor barbecue and alfresco dining space.

Completing the penthouse, between the living area and the master suite, is a room pitched as a bar with a wine cellar, complete with, you guessed it, another balcony.

Through the foyer and past the private lift entry is a library space, and a home office.

The unique prospect Sekisui is offering is that any room can be anything.

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Colette Chester, Chief Sales Officer for West Village, says the penthouse is a proposition rarely ever seen in the Brisbane apartment market.

“We’re in a very fortunate position to be able to offer purchasers the chance to redesign this penthouse level to suit their bespoke needs," Chester says.

"It’s very rare and exciting to be able to offer personal appointments with the architects to create the specific plan purchasers have always wanted, with customisable premium finishes.”

‘Should a buyer want to work with Rothelowman, they can make the most of the sweeping views across every part of the city, from the CBD skyline, the Brisbane River, to Roma St Parklands, and as far as Mt Cootha.

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Topping the UNO tower is a luxury infinity pool (pictured main) with views similar to the penthouse. Residents will also have access to the swimming pool crowning DUO.

There's plenty of confidence in The Allere Collection, with construction powering ahead and over 75 per cent of residences now sold.

One of the five-bedroom penthouses made headlines earlier this year when it sold for $7,016,000, a record for West End.

Since kicking off the development of West Village seven years ago, on the site of the landmark Peter's Ice Cream factory, the $1.2 billion village has&nbsp;won more than 50 awards, the most recent being the&nbsp;internationally renowned 2022 ULI APAC Award for Excellence.

Last October, Sekisui House Australia submitted plans for the eighth and final residential offering in West Village.&nbsp;Dubbed Callista on Park, the residences will have just 74 apartments, with the majority being three and four-bedroom configurations, with a small handful of spectacular penthouses.

For private VIP appointments, contact Colette Chester at&nbsp;1300 985 465 or&nbsp;<a href="mailto:sales@westvillage.com.au" target="_blank">sales@westvillage.com.au</a>

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The national architecture firm Rothelowman, led locally by Duncan Betts, have put together a mock floorplan for the whole of level 19 in the tower

Sekisui to offer ultimate tailored, Rothelowman-designed penthouse in West Village

Brisbane unit values continued to show signs of improvement over February, as overall market sentiment across the country saw dwelling value declines flatten.

CoreLogic's March Home Value Index showed that, for the first time since August, units values in Brisbane didn't decline. They didn't rise either, with CoreLogic suggesting they stayed flat over February.

The previous monthly performance of the Brisbane unit market (which incorporates both apartments and townhouses) suggests values will start rising across March.

Over December, unit values contracted -0.4 per cent, then an improved -0.2 per cent decline across January. February's flatline has forecasters expecting modest growth next month.

August 2022 was the last time unit values in Brisbane rose, by 0.7 per cent, which took the unit median to $504,520.

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Since then there have been modest declines, not as severe as other property market segments or locations.

The median value has now slipped to $490,000. Over the last 12 months, unit values are still 3.5 per cent higher than they were in March 2022.

The Brisbane unit market is performing much stronger than the housing market, which is now -8.6 per cent lower than it was this time last year. Values contracting a further -0.4 per cent over February, to a median of $767,000.

CoreLogic's national index declined -0.14 per cent over February, the smallest monthly fall since May 2022 (-0.13 per cent), when rate hikes commenced.&nbsp;

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CoreLogic’s research director, Tim Lawless, said the stabilisation in housing values over the month coincides with consistently low advertised supply levels and a rise in auction clearance rates.

“The past four weeks have seen the flow of new capital city listings tracking -17.0% lower than a year ago and -11.9% below the previous five-year average,” Lawless said.

“This trend towards a below average flow of new listings has been evident since September last year, coinciding with a loss of momentum in the rate of value decline.”

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Lawless however suggested the recent stronger results don't necessarily indicate the market has bottomed.

“Considering the RBA’s move to a more hawkish stance at the February board meeting, along with an expectation for a weaker economic&nbsp; performance and a loosening in labour markets, there is a good chance this reprieve in the housing downturn could be short-lived,” Lawless said.

“We also have the fixed-rate cliff ahead of us; arguably the full impact of the aggressive rate hiking cycle is yet to play out.”

Brisbane's unit market is becoming more and more attractive for investors. Since the early phases of the pandemic, weekly rental values are up nearly 24 per cent in Brisbane, compared to 10.4 per cent in Melbourne and 19 per cent in Sydney.

August 2022 was the last time unit values in Brisbane rose, by 0.7 per cent, which took the unit median to $504,520

City Beat: Brisbane unit market insights for February

There's a certain magnetic vibrancy at Sekisui House Australia's multi award-winning West End community, West Village.

The $1.2 billion community, which is heading towards its final stages having kicked off way back in 2016, is well and truly thriving, with most of the retail precinct completed, packed full of specialty retailers, fresh food grocers, cafes, and restaurants.

Community events are taking place in the numerous communal spaces, everything from Creative Kids to Metro Arts performances. A day spa, Soak Bathhouse, opened on the site a few months ago, and Ippin Japanese, a fine dining restaurant, will open its doors in April.

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A number of residents have already moved in to their apartments, which were built in the earlier stages of the redevelopment of the landmark Peter's Ice Cream Factory site.

Time is fast running out to secure an apartment in the sought-after precinct, with the penultimate residential phase, The Allere Collection, now 75 per cent sold.

Two towers, Uno and Duo, make up The Allere Collection. They both kicked off construction in November and are expected to be finished by late 2024.

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One of the five-bedroom penthouses made headlines earlier this year when it sold for $7,016,000, a record for West End.

The penthouse, one of four&nbsp;planned for the Allere Collection, features a huge entertainer's kitchen with Carrara stone and a butler's pantry, kitted out with either premium Miele or V-Zug appliances. The penthouse neighbour is for sale for just under $7 million.

The configurations and design of The Allere Collection lends itself to the family buyer, either young growing families, or multi-generational families. Empty nesters and grandparents are also finding the residences cater for what they require, given the extensive family friendly precinct and amenity on their doorstep.

The three-bed flex residences, which have two full bedrooms and a multi-purpose room, have an internal living space of 100 sqm, is attracting both growing families and the downsizer, given the limited opportunity for new, three-bedroom residences in the area.

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The three-bedroom apartments from $1.95 million

It's the same case for the limited selection of four-bedroom residences. According to property data firm CoreLogic, there's only a handful of four-bedroom apartments in the whole of South Brisbane.

To cater for the family buyer, The Allere Collection offers a vertical community lifestyle with shared access to two rooftop pools, exclusive to just the residents of Uno and Duo. The building is also pet friendly. The Paw Pavilion, an off-leash grassed area, crowns the Uno building. There's also a dog grooming room on the lower floor of Duo.

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There's only a few one and two-bedroom apartments left, after they were snapped up within weeks of launching.

The one-bedders, which span a generous 62 sqm of internal space and a further 12 sqm of balcony, start from $505,000*. The two-beds, with 85 sqm internal and 12 sqm external, start from $825,000*.&nbsp;Limited three bedroom residences with 135 sqm internal and 14sqm are available from $1,950,000*, and incredibly spacious 4 bedroom residences with 194 sqm internal and 28 sqm external are selling from $3,316,499*.

Since kicking off the development seven years ago, West Village has won more than 50 awards, the most recent being the&nbsp;internationally renowned 2022 ULI APAC Award for Excellence.

Last October, Sekisui House Australia submitted plans for the eighth and final residential offering in West Village.&nbsp;Dubbed Callista on Park, the residences will have just 74 apartments, with the majority being three and four-bedroom configurations, with a small handful of spectacular penthouses.

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Two towers, Uno and Duo, make up The Allere Collection. They both kicked off construction in November and are expected to be finished by late 2024

Why young families and downsizers are drawn to Sekisui's home-sized West Village residences

National developer Goldfields' first foray into the Brisbane apartment market was no snap decision.

It's taken the prominent diversified developer years to put the plans together, seeking local market insights from the Colliers QLD team on the correct product mix for current market conditions.

Colliers International Australia’s Andrew Scriven, who will be heading the sales team for 33 Manning in Milton, believes the landscape has shifted significantly in residential real estate in the last two to three years.

Scriven says developers now needed to be “smarter and more considered, not only when finding opportunities but in seeing them through”.

“COVID brought with it changes that we didn’t expect but also provided opportunities we didn’t see, initially in the house and land space but subsequently in the apartment space as people chose to change the way they live,” he says.

“This could be changing states or downsizing from a larger house. This has created opportunities for developers and one of those has been tapping into previously undersupplied markets.”

As part of the consulting team behind 33 Manning, Scriven points to a combination of data insights and deep geographical and sector expertise being more valuable than ever before.

In-depth data analysis formed a critical part of the development of the new 18-storey, 131-apartment building. The insights gained helped inform the location, design and offering of the residential tower.

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“Population growth is a key indicator for changing consumer behaviour and it’s hard to ignore the opportunities offered by the explosive population growth in South-East Queensland and Brisbane over the past two years," Scriven says.

"Net interstate migration exceeded 30,000 people in 2021 and population growth in Queensland was recorded at 1.6% 1 ”.

Considered alongside the lack of available of stock within the western suburbs of Brisbane, Goldfields, development partner Icon, and Colliers saw an opportunity for maximising the post-COVID market.

Scriven believes few have fully understood the potential value of the western suburbs of Brisbane.

“The western suburbs have been undersupplied for some time, and local migration is still increasing at a faster rate than the supply of new homes on this side of the city,” he says.

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“We identified that buyers want to live in the western suburbs and as such we needed to deliver a diverse range of product to cater to a wide range of buyers and occupants. 33 Manning does just that with its mix of one, two and three bedroom apartments and penthouses with river and city views.”

Scriven says downsizers are actively seeking out lifestyle precincts that offer connection and a village atmosphere.

“These buyers are looking to stay close to the things they know while enjoying new experiences and unlocking value,” he says. “For investors, the market fundamentals on offer in Milton are its relative affordability compared to other states as well as the population and employment growth in the area.

“With the Olympics around the corner and low supply levels a result of construction and supply chain issues, we don’t see any of these fundamentals changing significantly for some time.”

For Scriven, the city’s low vacancy rate, which is currently under 0.7% is another indication why suburbs like Milton will experience increasing demand for housing.

<h2>Apartment resurgence</h2>

The combination of useful data and deep expertise is critical for developers looking to find value and stay ahead of the market. Similarly, collaboration with leading consultants and experts is invaluable.

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“We started to recognise that although sea-changers and tree-changers initially started buying land to build bigger houses at the height of the pandemic, affordability and confidence has led to a recent resurgence in apartment living.

“Additionally, many owner occupiers have been unlocking equity as house prices rise, downsizing their home while upsizing their lifestyle,” he said.

In Brisbane, there is currently a 46 per cent difference between the average house price and apartment price; the largest gap in the country, and the most significant in 10 years. Apartments in the city are currently providing the most value for owner occupiers and opportunity for investors.

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Scriven says downsizers are actively seeking out lifestyle precincts that offer connection and a village atmosphere

How on the ground insights helped create 33 Manning in Brisbane's Milton

Brisbane-based South East Queenslander developer Spyre Group has secured another off the plan penthouse record.

Having broken the record for the most expensive apartment sale in the Gold Coast (and Queensland) last year when they sold the penthouse of their Burleigh Heads project Glasshouse for $20 million, Spyre has marked the same feat in Brisbane.

They've already sold the penthouse in their striking New Farm project Moray House, on the riverfront Moray Street in New Farm.

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The penthouse has 800 sqm across two levels, and will feature its very own sky garage. The sale equates to nearly $20,000 per sqm.

Simon Caulfield at Place Kangaroo Point sold the apartment to a couple who live on Moray Street.

Spyre Group Director Andrew Malouf says the bueau^proberts-designed development will&nbsp;solidify Brisbane’s status as a destination for prestige property.

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There are only six apartments in the architecturally-impressive, with prices starting from $9 million. The apartments have an average living space of 320 sqm.

“The starting price of $9 million owed itself to the development’s exceptional location and craftsmanship,” Malouf said.

“This property will be both a first and last of its kind.

“Each apartment can be individually curated for the new owners with custom components that allow these homes to truly classify as ‘one of one’. These include a lap pool, sky garages, wellness rooms and personalised gyms.”

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Moray House will feature natural materials that reflect the surrounding topography, elegant curves, stonework and cabinetry.

“While the design is breathtaking, the added appeal is the direct access to the Brisbane riverwalk and the views of the Story Bridge and city skyline from every residence.”

Spyre Group Design Manager Kent Pinel said Moray House residents would enjoy a home specifically built for sub-tropical living at an unrivalled location.

“It will present locals with a redefined vision of what a personal sanctuary ought to be,” Pinel said.

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The penthouse has 800 sqm across two levels, and will feature its very own sky garage. The sale equates to nearly $20,000 per sqm.

Spyre secure $15.75 million Brisbane apartment record at Moray House, New Farm riverfront development

Seven years after securing a development site in Brisbane's Spring Hill, national property developer Cbus Property has revealed it's plans for the site.

Cbus Property, who are set to complete their other Brisbane apartment tower 433 Queen Street next year, have proposed a 30-level tower at <a href="/news/qld/cbus-property-propose-sustainable-rothelowman-designed-brisbane-apartment-development">185 Wharf Street, Spring Hill</a>, one of Brisbane's most popular inner-city suburbs.

Rothelowman have designed the striking building which will have 125 apartments. They are targeting a 5 Star Green Star rating for the project, and a Nathers rating of 7.5 Stars. There are a number of sustainable features in the project, which will be 100 per cent electric. There will be EV charging, PV panels, and rainwater harvesting which will help create a more sustainable way of living.

Rothelowman noted in their submission to the Brisbane City Council that 185 Wharf Street embodies the&nbsp;empirical learnings from the rapid evolution of multiple dwelling architecture in SEQ and responds to the market demand from prospective residents for quality, sustainability and the integration of technology.

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"It is proposed that an increasingly global awareness for the importance of environmental and social sustainability is closely aligned with the elevated expectations of people seeking quality higher density housing typologies in Australian urban centres," the report read.

"This enlightened longer-term focus is considered necessary to successfully respond to the increasing urbanisation of our cities and at the same time capture the opportunity to positively enhance urban living environments.

"The realisation of these core objectives will assist in promoting physical and mental wellness of individuals, create a meaningful sense of community and serve to leverage the utility of existing infrastructure to control the urban footprint."

Cbus Property are committed to the owner-occupier market, with not a single one-bed apartment on offer. They've pitched for 60 two-bedroom units, 45 three-bedroom apartments, and 20 four-bedders. There will be 233 resident parking spaces across the four basement levels of parking, and 32 bicycle spaces.&nbsp;

The apartments hav been designed to&nbsp;have a large balcony that is well connected to the living space.

"The tower has a front yard and backyard conceptual overlay which allows each unit to feel like a bespoke home," Rothelowman's report continued.

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"The balconies align up the tower as the mix changes to ensure architectural integrity is maintained."

There are a number of sky terraces which occupy the top of the southern tower form. They feature expansive backyards with trees and private pools.

The resident amenity will be located on the second level and is designed as a "natural Queensland escape". Dubbed "The Conservatory", residents will have access to a jungle gym, lap pool, kids play baths, magnesium baths, a sunbathing area, numerous alfresco areas, a gym with sauna, and a private dining room.

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"The resident recreation amenity is considered an extension of the new subtropical Queensland apartment and offers prospective residents a sophisticated level of luxury only previously found in the single detached dwelling," Rothelowman added.

"185 Wharf Street will establish the Spring Hill Neighbourhood precinct as a re-imagined subtropical inner-city residential enclave at the doorstep of Australia’s New World City – Brisbane."

Cbus secured the 1,835 sqm site in 2015, paying $14.6 million for the block. At the time it had approval for 141 apartments across 15 levels.&nbsp;

<h2>Project Snapshot</h2>

<ul>
	<li>30-level tower</li>
	<li>125 units</li>
	<li>60 x two-bed, 45 x three-bed, 20 x four-bed apartments</li>
	<li>233 resident parking spaces</li>
	<li>32 resident bicycle spaces</li>
	<li>Level two amenity with&nbsp;jungle gym, lap pool, kids play baths, magnesium baths, a sunbathing area, numerous alfresco areas, a gym with sauna, and a private dining room.</li>
	<li>EV charging</li>
	<li>Rainwater harvesting</li>
	<li>PV panels</li>
</ul>

Cbus secured the 1,835 sqm site in 2015, paying $14.6 million for the block. At the time it had approval for 141 apartments across 15 levels

Cbus Property propose sustainable, Rothelowman-designed Brisbane apartment development

The penthouse crowning Arc Toowong, the newest Brisbane development from prominent South East Queensland developer Spyre Group, will be one of the priciest ever developed in the Queensland capital.

Spyre are seeking $14.5 million for the luxury 700 sqm spread atop the striking riverfront project designed by bureau^proberts.

The developer will be shooting for back to back records with the Toowong penthouse, having earlier this year secured the biggest price for any Queensland apartment, both off the plan and established, at it's boutique Burleigh Heads project, Glasshouse.

Bureau^proberts, who also designed Glasshouse, were again tasked with creating a visually-unrepeatable development.

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The penthouse boasts&nbsp;100 metres of unobstructed river frontage across two floors, the largest river frontage for a multi-resident property in Brisbane. It comprises four bedrooms, including an expansive master which has&nbsp;180-degree views over the river and St Lucia, and a private ensuite with a separate wellness spa featuring a steam room and ice bath overlooking a tropical garden.

Spyre Group Design Director Kent Pinel said that every design choice of the two-level penthouse was curated to serve a distinctly Brisbane lifestyle for a discerning buyer who appreciates rarity, craftsmanship, and who seeks an enriching life.

“From the moment you enter, you quickly find there is little the apartment cannot do,” Pinel said.

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“Everything exists to elevate the residents’ level of living. You have the grand art gallery and open plan living space for the entertainer, the private studies for the work-from-home executive, the blank canvas gallery wall for the culturally curious, a 5-car private garage and basement recreation space, and a private spa for the wellness inclined individuals seeking to optimise their routine."

So far 90 per cent of the buyers have been downsizers from Brisbane's western suburbs.

"It’s a property for the locals” Pinel said.

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The most impressive feature of the penthouse is its private rooftop terrace, which offers 360-degree views over the Brisbane skyline, the river, Mt Coot-tha and St Lucia. It comes complete with a 20-metre pool, heated spa, private yoga green and an entertainer’s kitchen with subtropical landscaping wrapping the space.

The kitchen features tailored European appliances by V-Zug and an arbored island bench thermally moulded into a solid surface, a versatile man-made material.

“Arc is our opportunity to define the architectural difference in an emerging city that is truly subtropical, maybe the only one of its kind in the world, and the rooftop terrace is built to enrich this lifestyle,” Pinel added.

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“You can’t get the same architectural experience of the open rooftop, the river frontage, or the subtropical garden landscaping in places like Sydney, New York, even the Gold Coast, especially not for the price.

“Brisbane has the perfect subtropical climate for this lifestyle and we're pioneering to create a design standard unique to our river city.”

The 28 apartments, which start at around $3 million, are being marketed by YPM Group.&nbsp;

The sub-penthouse, the only other four-bedroom apartment in the development, has a $7.25 million price tag.

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Spyre are seeking $14.5 million for the luxury 700 sqm spread atop the striking riverfront project designed by bureau^proberts

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