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

Joel Robinson

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

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

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

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

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

Byron Bay apartments

Byron Bay's Jonson Street is set for a new $100 million mixed-use development.

Local <a href="/new-apartments/byron-bay-nsw-2481">Byron Bay</a> developer, <a href="/developers/jd-property-group">JD Property Group</a>, has been approved for a luxury shoptop development at 119-123 Jonson Street, a 2,725 sqm block just 750 metres from Main Beach and on the corner of Jonson and Kingsley Street.

They'll launch the project, dubbed <a href="/new-apartments/secret-garden-119-123-jonson-street-byron-bay">Secret Garden</a>, this month.

Read more: <a href="/news/nsw/first-look-new-apartments-planned-for-byron-bays-jonson-street">First look: New apartments planned for Byron Bay's Jonson Street</a>

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<a href="/new-apartments/secret-garden-119-123-jonson-street-byron-bay">Secret Garden</a> is JD Property Group’s second premier Byron Bay development. Following the success of its flagship precinct, Jonson Lane, it promises to bring the spirit of the Byron Bay Hinterland to the centre of town with premium amenities, green spaces, and a personalised concierge service for residents.

Secret Garden will comprise 22&nbsp;apartments, including luxury penthouse suites, alongside 10 upscale retail and hospitality tenancies on the ground floor. The premium-grade retail space&nbsp;will showcase local talent, including top chefs, designers, and artisans, while bringing some of Australia’s leading brands to the Byron Bay township.

JD Property Group Managing Director and third-generation local, Jason Dunn, said the precinct aims to spotlight what makes Byron Bay uniquely special.

“As a proud local, I am excited to showcase the best of Byron in a world-class, luxury precinct,”&nbsp;Dunn said.

“Every element has been thoughtfully considered and designed. From partners to products, we have aimed to work with our local community at every stage. This includes partnering with a local landscape architect to incorporate natural vegetation in our expansive greenspaces, which account for more than 40% of the precinct’s ground floor area. We have also worked with a local designer to deliver a rustic, coastal, and authentic style emulating the Byron Bay coast and hinterland, not yet seen in residential apartment living.

“Secret Garden is a very different offering to others in the market and has been positively received by our community and stakeholders. We anticipate strong interest from residents and retailers.”

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From amenities to personalised service, Secret Garden will offer residents a hotel-style service experience. The precinct features premium communal spaces,&nbsp; such as a rooftop wellness centre including magnesium pool, sauna, meditation space, and spa. There's an exclusive terraces for residents, BBQ areas, and a teppanyaki grill. A private concierge will be part of the project.

With an eight-star average NatHERS (Nationwide Housing Energy Rating Scheme) score, Secret Garden is a fossil-fuel free residential development. Its sustainability credentials include high-performing internal features, like glazing, to regulate temperature; water-efficient fixtures and fittings; and a ventilation strategy that maximises fresh, clean indoor air.

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“We are proud to be delivering a sustainable development that offers residents the choice of 100% renewable energy supply,” Dunn added.

“Our market-leading sustainability commitments are a true point of difference for our precinct.

“Sustainable design is a must for us, and we aim to celebrate and nurture our natural environment at every stage of the process. We hope to attract residents and retailers who share these values.”

The three-storey precinct is a collaboration with Australian architect, <a href="/architects/bayley-ward">Bayley Ward</a>, renowned local interior curator Island Luxe, and local landscape architect, LARC. It follows JD Property Group’s award-winning Jonson Lane project, which has around 80 per cent of its retail, restaurant, health, and wellness offerings serviced by local Byron-based brands.

Secret Garden will comprise 22 apartments, including luxury penthouse suites, alongside 10 upscale retail and hospitality tenancies on the ground floor

Byron Bay set for Secret Garden after luxury shoptop development gets approval

Property developer Omira Property Group has carved out a reputation as one of the most architecturally-focused villa developers in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales and the southern areas of the Gold Coast.

Now they're bringing their classic coastal-style to Ballina, following success in the likes of Byron Bay, Currumbin and Kingscliff.

They've brought the same team down from their most recently completed development, Asana, on Byron Bay's dress circle Marvell Street. Asana comprised just three luxury villas which sold with prices ranging from $4.4 million to $4.6 million.

The new <a href="/new-townhouses/ballina-nsw-2478">Ballina</a> project, <a href="/new-townhouses/mana-ballina-86-90-norton-street-ballina">Mana</a>, comprises 14 luxury villas, each with over 220 sqm of internal space. They start from $1.95 million.

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<a href="/developers/omira-property-group">Omira Property Group</a> Director Alasdair Baker says the villas will represent an opportunity for prospective purchasers to live in something Ballina hasn't seen before.

"Ballina has everything Byron Bay has and more at half the price tag," Baker says, calling the area a "sleeping giant of opportunity that's just about to wake up."

"The focus in this region has always been on Byron Bay, but when people travel north or south, they realise the same lifestyle opportunities, with multiple beachside precincts, exist up and down the coastline."

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<a href="/architects/c2-architecture">C2 Architecture</a>, whose concept embodies an iconic coastal aesthetic with architecture inspired by Palm Springs, is working with designer Mon Palmer of Bare Cabo design studio who has developed an interior scheme that emanates calm.

Marble features predominantly throughout the three-bedroom villas, with stone cladding, timber-look panels and white render on the exterior to create a cool coastal effect.

Hit-and-miss brickwork serves to protect the home from the heat while welcoming summer breezes.

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Baker says the project will suit the local downsizer market, those who have been on acreages in the region, as well as those from Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane who are looking for the Byron Bay-style lifestyle.

Baker says a project of this calibre needs to have a location to match, which is why they settled on a prime site on Norton Street,&nbsp;a literal stone's throw from&nbsp; North Creek and just over a kilometre to Ballina Fair Shopping Centre.

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Pacifico Property, who sold Omira's Asana <a href="/new-townhouses/byron-bay-nsw-2481">Byron Bay</a>, is marketing Mana, which is slated for completion in 2025.

One of the villas has already been snapped up pre-launch for $2.4 million, bought by a downsizer from Byron Bay.

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Omira Property Group bring luxe villas to Ballina as Mana launches

The rejuvenation of Byron Bay's main thoroughfare, Jonson Street, is set to continue.

New plans have been lodged by local developer Jason Dunn, whose JD Property Group is proposing a mixed-use development at <a href="/new-apartments/secret-garden-119-123-jonson-street-byron-bay">119-123 Jonson Street</a>. Earlier this month JD Property Group won two major awards at the 2023 NSW Urban Development Institute of Australia (UDIA) Awards for their mixed-use project Jonson Lane, down the road from the new proposal.

The latest project will be just 22&nbsp;apartments above an activated ground plane.

The 2,727 sqm site, 750 metres from Main Beach and on the corner of Jonson and Kingsley Street, will home six retail spaces and a food and beverage tenancy, set around a central courtyard.

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There will be 85 parking spaces created, 44 retail and 41 residential, across the two basement levels.

The two levels above the 1,073 sqm of retail will comprise 22 two, three and four-bedroom apartments. The nine apartments on the top level have their own private rooftop terraces. They share the roof with a communal pool for all of the residents.

Architecture firm BayleyWard refined their designs after working with the <a href="/developments/byron-bay-nsw-2481">Byron Bay</a> Department of Environmental Planning for the most desired outcome.

A pre-lodgement community engagement program was undertaken late last year, with only one property making contact regarding the proposal despite a letterbox drop to every property within a 500m radius of the site, an ad in the Byron Shire Echo, and a site notice. The Community Engagement Report suggested it could be because the comprehensive project website provided sufficient information and answers.

"Whilst there were questions and there was feedback (almost all of it was positive and none of it was negative), there were no requests for changes to the draft proposal," the report noted.

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BayleyWard noted in their Design Statement that the&nbsp;client and design team has developed an architectural response that addresses key issues discussed during the consultation process with the <a href="/developments/byron-bay-nsw-2481">Byron Bay</a> Design Excellence Panel.

"In considering the urban design response to Jonson Street, it was recommended that there is a two-storey expression on Jonson Street with a recessed in alignment with the objectives of the Byron Shire DCP to support the desired street character," the report read.

"This two storey expression has been incorporated into the proposal with an accentuated ground floor retail storey with a masonry balcony element articulating the second storey above. The upper levels are set back and expressed as a darker recessive masonry materiality to minimise visual impact when viewed from the streetscape."

Apartment entry spaces have been designed with generous areas adjacent to front doors to accomodate bike or surfboard storage, planting, or a place to sit and interact with neighbours.

"These spaces extend private amenity into the semi public walkways promoting a sense of ownership, connectivity and community among residents."

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Larc Landscape Architecture said the vision seeks to aligns with the aspirations of the <a href="/developments/byron-bay-nsw-2481">Byron Bay</a> Town Centre Masterplan to “connect the Centre of Byron Bay with the spirit of its community.”

"The project strives to create new diverse social hub to encourage locals and visitors to come together - centred around a new public courtyard activated with retail, lifestyle and well-being to create a unique and authentic place in Byron Bay."

The half of the site, 119-121 Jonson Street, is currently home to function and event venue Secret Garden, while 123 Jonson is occupied by a holiday accomodation block.

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JD are also planning Jonson Lane, 28 apartments above a commercial precinct at 139 Jonson Street.

Jonson Lane won the Excellence in Boutique Development Category at the UDIA Awards. They also took home Silver in the Retail Development Category, bringing home the Commendation Award. They were the only Northern Rivers development to win an award or be nominated as a finalist in the 2023 Awards.

“Whilst we are proud of the awards, we are learning as we are progressing” Dunn said.

“As well as our collaboration with Architects Bayley Ward, we are working closely with sustainable development consultants HIP V. HYPE on 119-123 Jonson Street. They are responsible for some of the greenest developments in Australia and I really love what they bring to the table.

"Our intention is that this will be one of NSW’s most sustainable developments”.

Elsewhere on Jonson Street, Sydney developer Podia is working with local hotelier on&nbsp;<a href="/new-apartments/the-bonobo-by-raes-byron-bay">The Bonobo by Raes</a>.&nbsp;<a href="/new-apartments/the-bonobo-by-raes-byron-bay">The Bonobo by Raes</a>, at 116-118 Jonson Street, is offering a collection of 44 hotel-managed apartments, pitched as an alternative to Airbnb.

Luxcon have their <a href="/new-apartments/bohemian-90-96-jonson-street-byron-bay">Bohemian project</a> of 44 apartments above a 1,750 sqm retail shopping and international food plaza at 90-96 Jonson Street.

<h2>Fast Facts</h2>

<ul>
	<li>Address:&nbsp;119-123 Jonson Street, Byron Bay</li>
	<li>Developer: JD Property Group</li>
	<li>Site size: 2,727 sqm</li>
	<li>Retail space: 1,073 sqm</li>
	<li>Dwellings: 22 apartments
	<ul>
		<li>6 x two-bedroom apartments</li>
		<li>11 x three-bedroom apartments</li>
		<li>5 x four-bedroom apartments</li>
	</ul>
	</li>
</ul>

Jonson Street has been a hive of activity in the last 12 months, with Luxcon and Podia also developing new apartment projects

First look: New apartments planned for Byron Bay's Jonson Street

A new development in Byron Bay is hoping to create a new blue-print for all future mixed-use developments in the <a href="/developments/byron-bay-nsw-2481">Byron Shire Council</a>.

The new three-level project at 9 Marvell Street, near a number of cafes, restaurants, and the <a href="/developments/byron-bay-nsw-2481">Byron Bay</a> Bowling Club, will have a mix of eight three and four-bedroom apartments above ground floor commercial tenancies, and a resident-only rooftop with swimming pool and barbecue deck.

Australian research lab Finding Infinity prepared a&nbsp;Design Excellence Report - Sustainability, for the project, stating is has the potential to "offer better experience."

"This project is an opportunity for leadership - to create an example that makes it easy for everyone else to follow," the Report read.

The Report said it can be a place that’s easy for residents to have a positive environmental impact, calling it a "finely tuned machine."

"A building that is built cost-effectively and is high performance with a positive impact. It functions simply, and has ultra-low operating costs. It’s easy to maintain and run. Spaces are comfortable and the community thrives. A zero-carbon operational building."

They said the building could reach&nbsp;the environmental-financial threshold, where every profitable initiative is implemented, improving both the environmental and financial performance of the project.

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The 1,013 sqm site, currently home to the Byron Bay Dive Centre, has been owned by local businessman Perry Bartholomew, who is the Dive Centre's Managing Director, since 2009, when it was bought for $2,275,000.

<a href="/architects/harley-graham-architects">Harley Graham Architects</a>, who also designed <a href="/new-apartments/bohemian-90-96-jonson-street-byron-bay">The Bohemian</a> for <a href="/developers/luxcon-group">Luxcon Group</a>,&nbsp;put the plans together for the $12 million development. The average apartment size is 140 sqm.

There will be EV charging facilities in one car share space in the building, however provisions are proposed for an additional eight charging spaces to meet future demand.

Finding Infinity's Report said that it is predicted that by 2035, 50 per ent of new car sales in Australia will be electric.

Research done for the City of Sydney showed that 81 per cent of residents were in favour of installing EV charging.

<h2>Sustainability initiatives</h2>

<ul>
	<li>High performance facade and considered orientation</li>
	<li>Mixed Mode Ventilation</li>
	<li>Efficient lighting, appliances, equipment, and HVAC systems</li>
	<li>100% electric, no gas connection</li>
	<li>Heat pump DHW</li>
	<li>Rooftop Solar PV</li>
	<li>Imported GreenPower</li>
	<li>EV charging and future-proofing</li>
	<li>Smart controls and apartment kill switches</li>
	<li>Efficient water fittings and fixtures</li>
	<li>Rainwater collection and reuse</li>
	<li>Recycled water connection</li>
	<li>Zero-waste tenancy agreements</li>
	<li>E-water systems</li>
	<li>Organic waste separation</li>
	<li>Non Toxic Construction</li>
</ul>

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Australian research lab Finding Infinity prepared a Design Excellence Report - Sustainability, for the project, stating is has the potential to "offer better experience."

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