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.

Joel Robinson

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

The Gold Coast Planning Committee has supported the preliminary approval for the Benowa Gardens Urban Village project following an extensive community consultation and assessment process.

The proposal will now proceed to a full council vote on June 2.

The application sought approval for a masterplanned urban village on the existing Benowa Gardens Shopping Centre site, combining new housing, retail, dining, health and lifestyle amenities within a walkable, integrated precinct.&nbsp;

The proposed redevelopment includes around 413 apartments integrated above a revitalised mixed-use centre featuring a full-line supermarket of 4,000 sqm, 6,000 sqm of specialty retail and dining space across around 30 retailers, a 7,000 sqm health and wellness precinct, and roughly 9,630 sqm of office and medical suites.&nbsp;

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The broader masterplan also includes very significant traffic and transport improvements, wide pedestrian walkways, upgraded pedestrian and cycle connections, and enhanced public areas designed to create a more connected and walkable community environment.&nbsp;

Centre owner Patrick Lu said the milestone reflected months of detailed planning, technical assessment and ongoing communication with local residents, businesses, schools and stakeholders.

“We appreciate the time, consideration and care Council officers and the Planning Committee have given this proposal throughout the assessment process,” Lu said.

“We also sincerely thank the local community for engaging with us, sharing feedback and participating in the consultation process over many months.

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“We understand projects of this scale bring questions and concerns, which is why we have worked hard to listen carefully, provide information transparently and continue refining elements of the proposal where possible.

“Our vision has always been to create a well-designed, community-focused urban village that responds to the changing needs of the Gold Coast, while delivering improved amenity, housing diversity, healthcare access and local lifestyle benefits.

“This proposal is about creating a genuine live-work-play environment where residents can access everyday services, schools, healthcare, dining, shopping and green space within walking distance, while also supporting local jobs and economic activity.”

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Lu said the proposal had evolved significantly through consultation and technical review, particularly around traffic, pedestrian and student safety and neighbourhood connectivity.&nbsp;

Melissa Griffin, Director at Urbis, said the recommendation recognised the strategic importance of delivering more housing and services within established urban areas already supported by infrastructure.

“This proposal represents the type of thoughtful, integrated growth that planning frameworks across South-East Queensland are encouraging,” Ms Griffin said.

“The project seeks to place housing, retail, healthcare and employment opportunities together in a highly accessible location close to schools, transport and existing services.

“Importantly, the process has involved significant technical assessment and community engagement to ensure local issues and feedback were properly considered throughout the planning pathway.”

$1 billion Benowa Gardens Urban Village heads to council vote following Planning Committee support

Surfers Paradise is officially set for its first new residential development with a 45-storey skybridge connecting the two towers.

John Camilleri’s Celestino Developments has been given the green light by the Gold Coast City Council to develop its major beachfront precinct across its huge 4,000 sqm oceanfront site at <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/63-79-garfield-terrace-surfers-paradise-qld-4217">63–79 Garfield Terrace</a>, just five months after its <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/news/qld/first-look-exclusive-billionaire-winx-breeder-s-bold-two-tower-surfers-paradise-play-with-45th-storey-skybridge">submission in late 2025</a>.

The approved scheme will deliver two towers rising 55 and 48 storeys, connected by a skybridge positioned on level 45 that will house a range of resident-only wellness and entertainment spaces.

In its notice of approval, the Gold Coast City Council said the&nbsp;proposed overall built form has been designed to complement the scale, intensity and protect the adjacent amenity and surrounding streets through the use of varied setbacks, site cover and architectural elements.

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Designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/dbi">DBI</a>, the development will comprise 275 apartments across the two towers, including a mix of two-, three-, and four-bedroom residences, as well as several penthouses. The apartments will sit above a landscaped podium featuring more than 90 metres of beachfront pool frontage, private resident lawns, lounges, and wellness spaces.

DBI said the design draws heavily from the movement and form of the coastal environment, with curving balcony lines and sculpted façades intended to soften the scale of the towers while maximising ocean outlooks and passive shading outcomes.

“The project occupies a rare, uninterrupted oceanfront site and has been shaped by a design philosophy that merges architectural elegance with environmental responsiveness and a carefully curated lifestyle experience,” DBI said in planning documents submitted to the Gold Coast City Council.

The most distinctive element of the approved project is the skybridge linking the two towers at level 45. The elevated communal space is planned to include executive lounges, formal dining areas, wellness facilities, and panoramic ocean-facing outlooks.

“The skybridge enhances the identity of the development, promotes social interaction, and delivers a lifestyle experience not found elsewhere on the Gold Coast,” DBI said.

At podium level, residents will have access to a suite of resort-style amenities, including resident lounges, private dining rooms, a yoga lawn, gymnasium, plunge pools, and treatment spaces. The beachfront pool has been designed with separate lap, lounge, and children’s areas extending across the width of the site.

The project will also introduce new food and beverage offerings along the Enderley Avenue and Oceanway frontages, contributing additional activation to the beachfront precinct.

First look: Winx billionaire’s beachfront Surfers Paradise apartment development greenlit

Gold Coast off the plan apartments

Boutique Gold Coast developer, Alroe, has revealed one of the most exclusive low-rise apartment developments Main Beach has seen in years.

Lune, overlooking the Broadwater on the corner of Rankin Parade and Peak Avenue, comprises just six half-floor apartments, that present more like villas, across a three-level building.

Lune apartments present more like villas due to their large footprint, with a footprint of nearly 300 sqm of indoor and outdoor living.

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Each of the apartments offer three ensuited bedrooms and extensive outdoor entertainment space, be it the rooftop for the penthouses, balconies with water views from the second-level apartments, or wrap-around courtyard gardens for the ground-floor apartments.

Four of the six apartments have swimming pools; the two ground-level apartments and the two penthouses, the latter with their own private rooftop terrace.

<a href="/developers/alroe-constructions">Alroe</a> Founder and Managing Director, Tye Alroe, says <a href="/new-apartments/lune-main-beach-19-21-rankin-parade-main-beach-qld-4217">Lune</a>&nbsp;captures the essence of <a href="/developments/main-beach-qld-4217">Main Beach</a> living through a bespoke offering that he believes is unrivalled in the market.

“We are creating an exclusive collection of finely crafted villas that are designed to truly capture the laid-back Main Beach lifestyle of a bygone era - while unashamedly delivering an uber-luxurious residential offering for residents.

“Each of these villas provides living areas equivalent to a large home with a level of private amenities that you would expect from a luxurious coastal beach house.”

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Alroe, which has an enviable record of project completion in Southeast Queensland over the past 12 years, began construction of Lune in May this year. The project is scheduled to welcome its first residents from mid-2025.

Construction is being undertaken by in-house subsidiary Alroe Constructions, a custom-build partner that operates in the multi-residential sector delivering luxury townhouses, low and mid-rise apartments, and NDIS special-needs apartments.

Alroe has delivered an extensive portfolio of boutique projects in Southeast Queensland and Northern NSW.

“Launching off the success of our most recent development, The Finn, Lune continues the legacy of excellence synonymous with the Alroe name,” Alroe added.

“The Finn achieved record-breaking sales prices, with five out of eight apartments sold within the first 10 weeks of the campaign, underscoring its unparalleled appeal in today's market.

“Projects of this calibre are becoming increasingly rare due to rising land prices, which are driving down feasibility and leading to the shelving of similar developments. Lune distinguishes itself with spacious villas and unobstructed views, setting new standards for size and vistas in the area."

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The villa lifestyle at Main Beach has been reimagined at Lune where the master suite has been elevated to provide a new level of indulgence through inclusions such as a sizeable dual dressing zone and ensuite.

The two ground-floor villas offer extensive outdoor living, lush gardens and their own private pool, while residences on the upper levels have been designed with generous balconies and access to their own private rooftop gardens providing views of the Broadwater.

The two large living spaces in each villa are complemented by a galley-style kitchen and generous dining area.

Lune villas have already attracted strong interest from local and interstate buyers.

Construction on Lune commenced April 2024, and is expected to be completed around June 2025.

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Alroe Founder and Managing Director, Tye Alroe, says Lune captures the essence of Main Beach living through a bespoke offering that he believes is unrivalled in the market.

Alroe reveals luxury Main Beach apartment development, Lune

Gordon Corp has again teamed up with the Mathieson family as they unveil plans for their latest luxury Gold Coast apartment development.

They've joined the hot <a href="/developments/palm-beach-qld-4221">Palm Beach off the plan apartment market</a>, lodging plans for <a href="/new-apartments/elle-on-jefferson-62-64-jefferson-lane-palm-beach-qld-4221">Elle on Jefferson</a>, a nine-level building at&nbsp;62-64 Jefferson Lane, just one row back from the beach.

The building, designed by Cottee Parker, comprises 47 two and three-bedroom apartments.

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The large 2,185 sqm site neighbours the&nbsp;Pavilions Palm Beach retail precinct.

Gordon Corp Sales and Marketing Director Lara Dimond said the&nbsp;vision for the project is to deliver a boutique development with a strong focus on wellness and liveability.

"We have been very deliberate in not pushing scale, or density,” Dimond said.

“The building includes 450 sqm of landscaped green space, equating to 20.6 per cent of the site. This focus on landscape extends to the very heart of the building itself, where a stunning atrium delivers cross ventilation and light throughout the building."

Dimond says the development is a complete lifestyle offering, with the beachfront&nbsp;less than 60m away and the retail and dining precincts&nbsp;on its doorstep.

The apartments start from 115 sqm and range in size to 275 sqm. Private resident amenities have been incorporated on the ground floor. There will be a 15m lap pool with day beds and cabanas, a wellness centre with cold plunge and a hot spa, as well as a sauna and steam room. The wellness centre will also feature a&nbsp;state-of-the-art gym.

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Gordon Corp Managing Director, Tim Gordon, said the project was a welcome addition to the group’s growing residential portfolio, which includes the ultra-luxe The Mantaray Marina &amp; Residences – its first project with the Mathieson family - currently under construction on The Spit.

“Luxury isn’t just in the location, it’s in the detail, and we’ve have been able to channel the same elevated design approach from The Mantaray into our plans for Palm Beach,” Gordon said.

“Once this has progressed through the planning process, our intention is to break ground as swiftly as possible.”

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Bruce Mathieson jnr. said Gordon Corp and the Mathiesons were aligned in their vision for ultra- luxe living in south-east Queensland.

“We are pleased to partner with Gordon Corp on another luxury project as we continue to redefine what it means to live on the Gold Coast,” Mathieson said.

“This project has outstanding potential and will truly stand out from the rest at its prime Palm Beach location.”

The Mantaray Marina &amp; Residences is being delivered by Multiplex and on track for completion in early 2026. The $300 million project represents the first new development on The Spit since Palazzo Versace, Sheraton Mirage and Mariner’s Cove more than 20 years ago.

It is also the first development to be delivered under The Spit Master Plan.

The Palm Beach apartment market has been running hot for several years, and has recently had another wave of development applications hit the table of the Gold Coast City Council.

Sherpa, one of the most active developers in Palm Beach, has <a href="/news/qld/first-look-sherpa-file-plans-for-first-gold-coast-apartment-development-under-new-flourish-brand">filed plans for Flourish on Sixth</a> which <a href="/new-apartments/flourish-on-sixth-ave-6-12-sixth-avenue-palm-beach">will have 94 apartments</a>.&nbsp;Builder developer 5Point is also doubling down on the suburb, seeking to <a href="/news/qld/5point-go-again-in-palm-beach-with-palm-shores-apartment-development">develop another luxury project</a> on Jefferson Lane.

First look exclusive: Gordon Corp team up again with Mathieson family and join booming Palm Beach off the plan apartment market

Both Queensland locals, as well as those looking for an investment or lifestyle change from New South Wales, have showed the most interest in Morris Property Group's new Broadbeach apartment tower, Crest Broadbeach.

<a href="/new-apartments/crest-broadbeach-13-armrick-avenue-broadbeach">Crest</a>, well over 50 per cent sold, comprises 182 two and three-bedroom apartments designed by Guida Moseley Brown.

There will be a maximum of just five apartments per floor, with only three three-bedroom apartments per level on the building’s top three floors.

Residents will have access to extensive amenities on top of the building’s podium on level two, wrapped with terraces with seating and dining areas, featuring a pool, gym, lounge space and a communal barbecue area.

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Since the project launched late last year, traffic from New South Wales to Crest Broadbeach has been consistent, anywhere between 20 per cent to 35 per cent of total traffic.

While owner-occupiers have dominated sales at Crest, the opportunity to purchase owner-occupier-friendly stock in Broadbeach hasn't been lost on investors. Investors have consistently accounted for over 40 per cent of enquiry on Urban at Crest, higher than the Broadbeach average of 32 per cent across 2024.

Crest Broadbeach is one of the only developments around Broadbeach Park, at the northern end of Broadbeach, to be catering for a wider demographic. Several towers that are being marketed or are in planning are priced closer to $3 million.

Read more: <a href="/news/qld/why-its-all-about-broadbeach-still">Why it's all about Broadbeach...still</a>

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Crest sits on Armrick Avenue, one of three streets (Surf Parade and Chelsea Avenue), that front the 4.2-hectare Broadbeach Park, a sought-after spot given it means protected south and eastern views toward the beach and the ocean.

On top of the viewlines, Broadbeach Park is a drawcard by itself, home to&nbsp;Broadbeach Bowls Club, which has been there since the mid-1950s, several sports fields that are home to Broadbeach United Soccer Club, and the Broadbeach Life Saving Club.

There's also <a href="/developments/broadbeach-qld-4218">Broadbeach</a> Community kindergarten and a children's playground which draws the family buyer.

The Urban Community, who can vote on the key strengths of any given development, says the location, as well as floorplan designs, are the two biggest drawcards of Crest. Buyers also see good value for money in the development.

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Crest is MPG's ninth development in Broadbeach since the Canberra-based developer started developing in the Gold Coast in the late 1990s.&nbsp;

MPG also recently launched their eighth Broadbeach development to the market. The builder-developer waited until they've nearly completed construction before launching&nbsp;<a href="/buildings/malo-broadbeach-8-jubilee-avenue-broadbeach-qld-4218">Malo Broadbeach</a>, just 16 half-floor apartments near the Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre.

<a href="/developers/morris-property-group">MPG</a> is back to Broadbeach Park for their 12th Broadbeach development, which they're expecting to launch before the end of 2024.

Similar to Malo,&nbsp;<a href="/new-apartments/maison-broadbeach-22-chelsea-avenue-broadbeach">Maison Broadbeach</a>&nbsp;at 22 Chelsea Avenue&nbsp;will comprise just 22 three-bed apartments across a 25-level building, with the amenity located on the top floor.

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The Urban Community, who can vote on the key strengths of any given development, says the location, as well as floorplan designs, are the two biggest drawcards of Crest.

Why both investors and owner-occupiers are targeting Crest Broadbeach apartments

Sherpa Property Group has revealed the first apartment development that will bring a more diverse buyer mix to one of the Gold Coast's most sought-after postcodes.

They've just filed plans for Flourish on Sixth, their first development under the Flourish brand which is committing to create a varied range of apartment configurations to a wide range of buyers.

<a href="/new-apartments/flourish-on-sixth-ave-6-12-sixth-avenue-palm-beach">Flourish on Sixth</a>, named after its prime location across a&nbsp;1618 sqm site at 6-12 Sixth Avenue, will comprise 94 one, two and three-bedroom apartments.

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By no means dense, the development offers the most apartments a new development has offered Palm Beach in several years, with the general focus over that time being on full-floor, beachfront luxury apartments.

The apartments, a maximum of nine per floor, will sit above three levels of basement with parking for 169 cars and 45 bicycles.

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MAS Architecture's Nick Symonds and Teneille Casa handled the design for the 13-level building, stating in the documents submitted to the Gold Coast City Council that the project is "positioned to capture the essence of Gold Coast living."

"The development’s proximity to the beach and key natural landmarks, combined with its connectivity to local amenities and the Gold Coast’s urban fabric, positions “Flourish on Sixth” as a prime residential offering in Palm Beach.

"The tower’s design is intended to complement the coastal environment while providing residents with expansive views and a seamless connection to the outdoors."

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There will be a rare opportunity to buy a one-bedroom apartment in the building. There are 10 one-bedroom units, that are expected to be snapped up by first home buyers or investors, as well as 60 two-beds, 22 three-beds, and two penthouses.

Crowning the building will be a resident pool, two barbecues with alfresco spaces, as well as day beds and private garden retreats enveloped in landscaping by RPS.

Anchoring the building at street level will be a commercial space pitched at being either an office, food and beverage space, or a shop.

The development will rise 39 metres, inline with the height limits imposed on Palm Beach and making the development code assessable, meaning it will likely go through the application process much quicker than developments that try and justify an increase in height.

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When <a href="/news/qld/sherpa-launch-new-brand-collection-flourish-to-cater-for-wider-buyer-spread">announcing the new Flourish brand</a>, Sherpa General Manager Daniel Clarke said&nbsp;Flourish represents their dedication to creating communities where residents can thrive.

"This development is about more than just housing; it’s about offering well-located, thoughtfully designed homes with excellent communal facilities that enhance residents’ quality of life," Clarke said.

“Our goal is to empower our residents with the environment and tools they need to flourish personally and financially, staying true to our core principles of innovation, value, less ismore, and customisation.”

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MAS Architecture's Nick Symonds and Teneille Casa handled the design for the 13-level building, stating in the documents submitted to the Gold Coast City Council that the project is "positioned to capture the essence of Gold Coast living."

First look: Sherpa file plans for first Gold Coast apartment development under new Flourish brand

The Gold Coast is poised to deliver a bumper crop of new apartments in 2024, with 2,000 expected to be completed and settled during the year.

That may not be enough however, with recent data from Colliers suggesting even 2,000 won't be enough to meet the continued heightened demand for apartments on the Gold Coast.

The shortage has become so acute that Colliers’ research shows that the ‘housing crisis’ is also hitting the top end, with a 30 per cent supply gap for luxury apartments.

“Despite an estimated 2,000 apartments coming to completion later this year, it has to be remembered that the bulk of this supply has already been presold over the last three years,” said Colliers Residential Director David Higgins.

“The settlements this year are effectively the flow-on effect of a massive increase in buyer activity in 2021, but since then we have seen significant challenges for the high-rise sector that continues to keep supply well behind the demand curve. Buyers continue to flood the market competing for less available stock than this time last year.”

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Colliers has revealed that 1,157 new apartments sold off the plan in the past 12 months on the Gold Coast, leaving 1,401 apartments available for sale, or just over 12 months supply.

The pressure is being shared across all price points as supply at the end of the June quarter remained well below the 1,689 apartments for sale in the second quarter of 2023.

This led to a surge in the weighted average price for new apartments to $1.772 million in the first quarter of this year, the highest ever reported by Colliers.&nbsp;

The average price held its ground in the second quarter at $1.714 million and Colliers sees plenty of reason to expect the average price to hold r even go higher.

“We’re now seeing more apartments selling above $1 million than ever before and it’s evident that this is part of a changing dynamic for the Gold Coast market,” Higgins added.

“Over the last two years, 67 per cent of sales were priced at $1 million and over, but during the second quarter of this year 89 per cent of sales were $1 million and over.”

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While price gains have been driven in part by lagging supply, with Colliers estimating that the supply gap sits at 30 per cent even for the luxury end of the market, demand has remained elevated on the Gold Coast for some time. Colliers estimates that 30 per cent of all high value property transactions in Southeast Queensland last year occurred on the Gold Coast.

“Over the next decade, the stage is set for what we believe will be a transformative shift in luxury real estate on the Gold Coast with the critical force behind this being led by the baby boomer demographic,” Higgins said.

“These buyers, many of them downsizing, are investing their capital in luxury apartments and houses and frequently paying cash up front, without the need to secure finance to complete.

“Ultimately, this will continue to be driven by an estimated $272 billion inheritance windfall over the next decade as wealth begins to be transferred to the next generation.”

The latest research from Colliers into the apartment sector shows that the Gold Coast recorded total sales of 571 apartments for the first half of 2024, which is slightly above the 499 reported a year earlier.

The Gold Coast Central Precinct accounted for 89 per cent of sales during the second quarter 2024. This precinct also has the highest level of supply with 91 per cent of the 1,400 apartments remaining for sale on the Gold Coast.

The market is currently being led by experienced developers with most of the projects being launched and moving forward to construction being undertaken by those backed by a solid reputation of project delivery.

While there are about 5,650 new apartments under construction across the Gold Coast, only 31 per cent are expected to be completed this year and a further 36 per cent next year.

Colliers has revealed that 1,157 new apartments sold off the plan in the past 12 months on the Gold Coast, leaving 1,401 apartments available for sale, or just over 12 months supply

2,000 new Gold Coast apartments not enough to meet demand: Colliers

Two and a half years ago, when I was looking at the Broadbeach market in particular, I wrote a piece looking at the Broadbeach market.

"Why it's all about Broadbeach in 2022," was the article headline.

Fast forward to the present, and it's still all about Broadbeach. The fundamentals haven't changed, and interest in the market has continued from both developers and buyers.

Broadbeach has everything, from the famous Gold Coast beach to the amenity of the new Star Casino and the Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre.&nbsp;

During 2021 and 2022, the suburb gained immense popularity among interstate investors, with inquiries from those seeking off the plan apartments from New South Wales and Victoria exceeding 40 per cent, data from <a href="https://industry.urban.com.au/data-insights">MatterFact</a>, Urban's new data product, showed.

While enquiry has declined from the peaks when the southern states were in and out of lock down,&nbsp;<a href="/developments/broadbeach-qld-4218">Broadbeach</a> is still consistently one of the most enquired on suburbs across the Gold Coast on <a href="/">Apartments.com.au</a>.

Now local owner-occupiers dominate the market, while first home buyers are acting quickly to secure the first release of apartments knowing they're in competition for the entry level apartments with a still higher than normal interstate investor audience.

First home buyers now make up less than a fifth of the Broadbeach market given the huge price growth during the pandemic.

Data gathered from property data analytics firm, CoreLogic, showed the rolling annual growth from September 2020 jumped from 3.3 per cent to 37.2 per cent in September 2021. It remained well above 30 per cent until early 2022 when growth started to cool.

While declines were felt for just a few months in 2023 when nationally the country was going through a correction due to interest rate increases, growth has again picked up, with the rolling annual growth now stable between 10 and 15 per cent over 2024.

Barry Morris' Morris Property Group has known the draw of Broadbeach for nearly three decades. It was in the 1990s when Morris delved into Broadbeach. Now they're delivering their 10th and 11th projects in the suburb, with only a handful outside of the suburb over the last 25 years.

"Buyers love Broadbeach because it offers beachside living with metropolitan amenities, which is what the market is after," Morris told Urban back in 2022.

Morris has waited until they've nearly completed construction before launching <a href="/buildings/malo-broadbeach-8-jubilee-avenue-broadbeach-qld-4218">Malo Broadbeach</a>, just 16 half-floor apartments near the Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre.

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The launch of Malo comes hot on the heels of success from <a href="/new-apartments/crest-broadbeach-13-armrick-avenue-broadbeach">Crest Broadbeach</a> nearby. Launched late last year, Crest, which comprises 182 two and three-bedroom apartments, has sold well over half of its apartments and recently kicked off construction through their in-house building arm.

There's no chance of Morris slowing down in Broadbeach either, however it's becoming more difficult to acquire a development site in the small 1.4 square kilometre suburb perfectly positioned between the bustling Surfers Paradise and the quieter Mermaid Beach.

They do have another tower lined up to launch before the end of the year.

Similar to Malo, <a href="/new-apartments/maison-broadbeach-22-chelsea-avenue-broadbeach">Maison Broadbeach at 22 Chelsea Avenue</a>, will comprise just 18 three-bed apartments across a 20-level building.

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It was the draw Broadbeach that lured Sydney billionaire Sam Aranout's Iris Capital to the Gold Coast. They spent a reported $58 million on the landmark Niecon Plaza in 2021.

Not many developers can boast a $1 billion-plus development as their first in many states. Of course, Iris has a huge pedigree in both the residential development and hotel market. They're behind the $1 billion Newcastle placemaking development, East End, and own a string of hotels across the country.

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<a href="/new-apartments/victoria-albert-broadbeach-20-albert-avenue-broadbeach">Victoria &amp; Albert</a>, or V&amp;A as it's been more commonly referred to, comprises just over 400 apartments across two towers in the heart of Broadbeach.

The towers will have some of the most amenity ever produced on the Gold Coast, with a 25-metre lap pool, a fully equipped gym, a yoga deck and a resident’s lounge. The podium will also feature a children’s area, a Zen garden, and an outdoor dining and barbecue area adorned with lush green landscape.

Residents will sit above, and have direct access to, the full commercial precinct that will occupy the ground and podium levels and will home a suite of hand-selected retailers.

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<a href="/developers/mosaic-property-group">Mosaic Property</a>, one of South East Queensland's most prominent builder developers, is approaching completion of its two Broadbeach apartment developments, <a href="/buildings/marella-146-surf-parade-broadbeach">Marella</a> and <a href="/new-apartments/lily-by-mosaic-4-rosewood-avenue-broadbeach">Lily</a>, the debut apartment towers by Mosaic in Broadbeach.

When speaking to Mosaic CEO Brook Monahan in 2022, he said there's a lot of nostalgia with Broadbeach for a lot of residents in South East Queensland.

"It's a very nostalgic place for a lot of people who would have come to Broadbeach and holidayed as kids," Monahan says, adding that the walkability factor puts Broadbeach ahead of other Gold Coast suburbs.

"You can walk to 75 coffee shops/resultants, the light rail, or the surf club in minutes, as well as being on the doorstep of Pacific Fair shopping centre and the casino, which makes it one of the most appealing areas up and down the coast."

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The Broadbeach apartment development pipeline is possibly not as large as it was in 2022, but there are several major developments coming up.

<a href="/developers/amalgamated-property-group">Amalgamated Property Group</a> and joint venture partner Base Developments are preparing to launch its second Broadbeach development, Affinity Broadbeach, following the success of <a href="/new-apartments/amaya-at-broadbeach-30-first-avenue-broadbeach-qld-4218">Amaya Broadbeach</a> on First Avenue, around 700 metres away from the new project.

Amaya, under construction and slated for completion next year, features 120 apartments and is 95 per cent sold.

<a href="/new-apartments/affinity-broadbeach-40-46-chelsea-avenue-broadbeach">Affinity Broadbeach</a> will follow a similar footprint, with 185 two and three-bedroom apartments, also designed by DBI.

The recreational amenities for residents will be situated on the fourth level, offering a range of facilities such as a swimming pool, residents' lounge, community living area with barbecue and outdoor dining space, gardens, gym, sauna, and a yoga/meeting room.&nbsp;

The Abedian family, who founded Sunland, is set for its first Broadbeach development having secured two side-by-side sites on Mary Avenue, opposite the Broadbeach State School.

Now under their new private family development company,&nbsp;<a href="/developers/arium">Arium</a>, bought the amalgamated 1,518 sqm site across 14-18 Mary Avenue that had been earmarked for Eternity, the second Broadbeach tower by Leo Sarris's Bassar Group following on from their nearby completed project Infinity. Then they bought the 600 sqm next door at 20 Mary Avenue from&nbsp;<a href="/developers/little-projects-co">Little Projects</a>, creating a development site of over 2,100 sqm.

Since Urban revealed the purchase back in April, <a href="/developers/arium">Arium</a> is yet to reveal what it's doing with the site. A few weeks later, Urban again revealed another site purchase, also in Broadbeach.

They secured a 516 sqm site at&nbsp;<a href="/new-apartments/11-anne-avenue-broadbeach">11 Anne Avenue</a>&nbsp;from&nbsp;the&nbsp;Brisbane-based&nbsp;<a href="/developers/di-carlo-property-group" target="">Di Carlo</a>&nbsp;Property Group, who had approved plans for a 17-level tower with 15 full-floor, four-bedroom apartments.

During 2021 and 2022, the suburb gained immense popularity among interstate investors, with inquiries from those seeking off the plan apartments from New South Wales and Victoria exceeding 40%

Why it's all about Broadbeach...still

Sherpa Property Group is set to create a new brand within its expanding residential property portfolio that will offer a range of apartment options to cater to a broad spectrum of buyers.

The new brand, Flourish, will have apartments that will suit first home buyers, downsizers, and growing families.

Tailored predominantly for owner-occupiers, the Flourish brand aims to deliver high-quality, well-designed residential offerings across various price points.

The inaugural Flourish offering will be located at <a href="/new-apartments/flourish-on-sixth-ave-6-12-sixth-avenue-palm-beach">8-12 Sixth Avenue</a>, Palm Beach, one of the most active property hotspots on the Gold Coast.

Entry-level units will start from under $700,000 and range in price to the $3 million luxury penthouses.

The development is set to feature one, two and three-bedroom apartments, providing options for first home buyers, downsizers, and those looking to upgrade to more spacious residences or even penthouses.

This move comes as Colliers' latest Gold Coast Residential Market Report reveals that the average price of new apartments on the Gold Coast has surpassed $1.6 million for the first time. This marks a dramatic 45 per cent increase from the previous quarter and a 14.5 per cent rise from the previous record set in September 2022.

This new initiative complements Sherpa’s existing range of residential options, including luxury beachfront apartments under the Perspective brand, small lot house and land packages through Freedom, and large lot house and land offerings from Estates.

Flourish aims to meet the needs of a broad demographic by providing homes that balance quality and value, ensuring that high standards are maintained across all product lines.

Daniel Clarke, General Manager of Sherpa, said&nbsp;Flourish represents their dedication to creating communities where residents can thrive.

"This development is about more than just housing; it’s about offering well-located, thoughtfully designed homes with excellent communal facilities that enhance residents’ quality of life," Clarke said.

“Our goal is to empower our residents with the environment and tools they need to flourish personally and financially, staying true to our core principles of innovation, value, less ismore, and customisation.”

Flourish on Sixth Avenue is ideally located near the famous beaches on the southern Gold Coast, several parks, and the vibrant&nbsp;Palm Beach café and dining scene.

Sherpa has completed 10 projects on the Gold Coast over the past six years and has four more in the pipeline.

Flourish Sixth Avenue is set to launch to market in late 2024.

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Sherpa launch new brand collection Flourish to cater for wider buyer spread

Rooftop facilities are the way to go on the Gold Coast.

In years gone by, the top of high-rise towers has been reserved for multi-level penthouses, likely with their own private rooftop terraces. That's often the case with more boutique, luxury buildings on the beach.

The mid-sized buildings, however, those that are between around 15 to 25 levels, often don't need a selection of penthouses. They dedicate their rooftop to outdoor recreation for the whole building.

We've had a look at what's on offer up and down the Gold Coast, and which apartment developments have the best rooftop amenity.

<h2>Project: Tapestry</h2>

<h3>Location: 39 Darrambal Street, Chevron Island QLD 4217</h3>

<h3>Developer: Siera Property Group</h3>

Siera Property Group focused on giving the residents in its debut Gold Coast apartment development, Tapestry on <a href="/developments/chevron-island-qld-4217">Chevron Island</a>, a full suite of facilities on its 22nd level rooftop.

The&nbsp;<a href="/new-apartments/tapestry-chevron-island-39-darrambal-street-chevron-island">Tapestry</a>&nbsp;rooftop has&nbsp;700 sqm of amenity and features separate recreation zones for residents to relax, connect and engage in the elevated landscape.

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The sculptural tower, designed by the local architecture firm BDA, is crowned by a roof terrace with an infinity pool with views across Surfers Paradise, the ocean, river, and Hinterland.

The rooftop is also home to a private dining space and kitchen, which can be closed off, lounge and fire pit, yoga lawn, pool, spa and sundeck, barbecue and alfresco area, gym, sauna, steam room, and lounge area separated by extensive landscaping.

Tapestry also provides a network-connected private co-working area, ensuring a productive and comfortable work environment.

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Tapestry is Siera Property Group's first foray into the Gold Coast apartment market, having had success for several years developing and building in Brisbane's inner ring.

Tapestry will feature 113 apartments on Darrambal Street when it is completed by Siera's in-house building arm in late 2025.

<h2>Project: Orama</h2>

<h3>Location: 12-16 Weemala Street, Chevron Island QLD 4217</h3>

<h3>Developer: Aniko Group</h3>

Everything about <a href="/developers/aniko-group">Aniko Group</a>’s debut Chevron Island apartment development, Orama, has been created with the intent to provide buyers with the best experience and amenities of any project on the market in the precinct.

“<a href="/new-apartments/orama-chevron-island-12-16-weemala-street-chevron-island">Orama</a> will exude luxury, from the quality of each residence to the 550 sqm rooftop recreation area comprising a gymnasium, pool, spa, residents lounge and a host of other amenities,” said Aniko Group Managing Director George Mastrocostas.

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Orama's other rooftop amenity level includes a yoga and Pilates room, residents' lounge with indoor and outdoor dining options, barbecue facilities, and a fully equipped business centre.

Once complete, Orama will comprise 102 apartments on Weemala Street and include two-bedroom apartments and a range of three-bedroom skyhomes, offering panoramic views over the central Gold Coast skyline.

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The project has been so far popular with local downsizers and interstate migrators and is well on its way to a sellout.

<h2>Project: Esprit</h2>

<h3>Location: 217-227 Boundary Street, Coolangatta QLD 4225</h3>

<h3>Developer: S&amp;S Projects</h3>

S&amp;S Projects' under-construction apartment development <a href="/new-apartments/esprit-217-227-boundary-street-coolangatta">Esprit</a> in Rainbow Bay, is delivering the only rooftop wellness club atop residential apartments.

Club Esprit will span more than 1,100 sqm and will feature every wellness and recreational amenity, dubbed as offering an "elite-athlete standard of physical and mental rejuvenation."

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There is set to be a&nbsp;25-metre lap pool and poolside cabanas,&nbsp;a fully equipped gym, a yoga lawn, a private remedial treatment room, an ice bath, an infrared sauna, and steam rooms.

The wellness amenity is balanced by an expansive recreational space, including a children’s lawn with play equipment, a private dining room, private terraces, BBQ areas and an outdoor cinema.

<a href="/developers/ss-projects">S&amp;S Projects</a> is currently progressing ahead with the construction of Esprit, which is expected to be completed by the end of this year.

<h2>Project: Monarch Place</h2>

<h3>Location:&nbsp;61-73 Meron Street, Southport QLD 4215</h3>

<h3>Developer:&nbsp;Azzura Development</h3>

Roberto Badaloitt's&nbsp;<a href="/developers/azzura-development">Azzura</a>&nbsp;Development has also focused its amenity on the rooftop of its latest stage of its $1 billion Southport masterlpan, Imperial Square.

Designed by <a href="/architects/kris-kowalski-architects">Kris Kowalski Architects</a>, <a href="/new-apartments/regal-residences-imperial-square-59-73-meron-street-southport">Monarch Place</a> will introduce the first new retail and commercial tenancies of Imperial Square. Residents of Monarch Place will have access to the Monarch Imperial Club, which includes heated indoor and outdoor pools, a revitalising magnesium pool, a gym, a sauna, a beauty parlour, entertainment rooms, a cinema, a golf simulator, an art studio, library, workshop, bar, and restaurant.

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A 1,500 sqm childcare facility will also be available on-site.

There will also be a medical precinct serviced by leading medical specialists and a fully staffed concierge service that will fulfill on-demand yacht charters and helicopter tours to food tours with locally renowned chefs.

Gold Coast apartment developments with the best rooftop amenities

Developer Bastion Group is keeping up with the trend of extensive amenity on Chevron Island with its new apartment development, Nera Residences.

The $160 million development on Parneno Street features a raft of facilities just for residents. The focus is on the rooftop where there will be a wellness centre with a yoga platform, infinity pool, a spa and ice bath, and a fitness centre.

There's also a&nbsp;private dining room and bar, designed in consultation with Michelin-starred chef Shaun Rankin

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<a href="/new-apartments/nera-residences-chevron-island-8-10-parneno-street-chevron-island">Nera Residences</a> comprises 81 apartments, six skyhomes, and a full-floor penthouse. Residents will be serviced by the Bastion Experience concierge which can book private or group cooking classes or source and deliver exclusive wine an spirits.

Over $35 million worth of apartments have sold. Construction on Nera is expected to begin soon.

Siera Group kicked off the trend of rooftop amenity on Chevron Island at Tapestry, a 22-level tower that is currently under construction through Siera Group's internal building capability.

On their rooftop they have&nbsp;more than 700 sqm of separate recreation zones for residents to relax, connect and engage in the elevated landscape. It includes a private dining space and kitchen, lounge and fire pit, yoga lawn, pool, spa and sundeck, barbecue and alfresco area, gym, sauna, steam room, and lounge area separated by extensive landscaping.

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Siera Group Founder and Managing Director, Brent Thompson, says when they&nbsp;were designing the rooftop, they really wanted to make sure that they created multiple breakout zones so that residents were able to be in their own private little areas when enjoying the facilities.

"Reminiscent&nbsp;of&nbsp;the&nbsp;famous&nbsp;hotel&nbsp;rooftops&nbsp;of&nbsp; the&nbsp;world,&nbsp; The&nbsp;Roof&nbsp;Terrace&nbsp;at&nbsp;Tapestry&nbsp;is&nbsp;a&nbsp;multi-faceted&nbsp;retreat&nbsp;for residents&nbsp;to enjoy their space," Thompson says.

"Whether&nbsp;it’s&nbsp;a&nbsp;swim&nbsp;in&nbsp;the&nbsp;resort&nbsp;pool, relaxing on the day bed deck or sunken lounge area, some quiet time on the lawn terrace or tending to the vegetable garden, there’s a space for&nbsp;everyone&nbsp;to&nbsp;enjoy&nbsp;in&nbsp;total privacy."

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Aniko then followed with <a href="/new-apartments/orama-chevron-island-12-16-weemala-street-chevron-island">Orama on Chevron Island</a> that has its facilities located on its 21st level rooftop.

Their pool and spa is accompanied by a&nbsp;gym with a sauna and a yoga space, and a business lounge with private offices, booths, and a boardroom.

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George Mastrocostas, Aniko Group’s Founder and Managing Director, believes that the inclusion of amenity in the modern day enhances the desirability of a property and contributes to the pleasure and enjoyment of residents.

infrastructure.

“Aniko derives from the Greek word ‘to belong’,” Mastrocostas said.

“We aim to create a sense of community and belonging in all our projects and this is achieved primarily through engaging people in some form and that’s where amenities play a vital role.

“They give residents an opportunity to meet other people that live there and use the amenities, hence helping form a sense of community and belonging.”

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Nera continues trend for rooftop amenity on Chevron Island

Gold Coast locals, alongside Sydney and Melbourne buyers, have jumped at the opportunity to be a part of an exclusive collection of apartments in one of Main Beach's newest developments.

It was only last month that <a href="/developers/drew-group">Drew Group</a> revealed the Signature Collection, just 12 sub penthouses and three luxury penthouses atop their two-tower development <a href="/new-apartments/lagoon-main-beach-11-23-cronin-avenue-main-beach">Lagoon Main Beach</a>, currently under construction by <a href="/builders/hutchinson-builders">Hutchinson Builders</a>.

They've already had several strong enquiries in the penthouse apartments, and three sub-penthouse sales, with all buyers coming from the local area.

"The unrepeatable nature of these apartments hasn't been lost on buyers," Drew Group Managing Director Jon Drew told Urban.

"It will be hard to replicate the sheer size of these apartments. No expense has been spared to create these luxurious sub-penthouses and penthouses. At this price point, it’s an opportunity that may never be repeated in a new Main Beach development."

The Sunrise and Sunset towers, standing at 32 and 24 levels respectively, offer sweeping views of the ocean, Broadwater, and Gold Coast Hinterland. The two towers, which are already 85 per cent sold through Pezet Matheson, feature 143 apartments in Sunrise and 116 in Sunset.

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The Signature Collection at&nbsp;<a href="/new-apartments/lagoon-main-beach-11-23-cronin-avenue-main-beach">Lagoon</a> incorporates the top four levels of the Sunrise building and just one exclusive level of the Sunset building. The apartments are anchored by a central kitchen with an integrated fridge and Gaggenau appliances, Vintec wine fridges, zip taps and a full-bodied waterfall edge natural stone island bench, forming the heart of the home.

The sub-penthouses, which are priced from $3.25 million, start from just over 200 sqm and have three bedrooms plus a multipurpose room, while the three dual-level penthouses from $5.95 million, range in size from 402 to 486 sqm and have four bedrooms plus a multipurpose room and a luxury bar area with a wine fridge.

The most impressive feature of the penthouses is the second level, accessed by a curved stairway. They include a master suite with balcony and ensuite, and a second living area that opens a private recreation deck with alfresco space, outdoor kitchen, and a plunge pool on a raised podium.

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Lagoon is strategically positioned in the heart of Main Beach on Cronin Avenue, a short walk to the bustling retail and commercial precinct of Tedder Avenue.

The area is undergoing a drastic transformation from a lifestyle perspective with the redevelopment of the Marina Mirage shopping precinct, the Manta Ray residential and commercial development and Ritz Carlton hotel among several other key developments that will put <a href="/developments/main-beach-qld-4217">Main Beach</a> on the world map. The focus in the residential development market has been on bespoke luxury, rather than the traditional high-rise developments that appeal more to the masses rather than the few.

That shift has primarily been driven by both interstate money flooding into the Gold Coast, but also the availability and cost of land given extraordinary demand for property in the region over the last few years.&nbsp;

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To put it into context, other developments either recently completed, under construction, or earmarked for development, are predominantly beachside and sit on sites no greater than 1,500 sqm. Lagoon sits on over 4,000 sqm, the largest site amalgamation in Main Beach since the 1980s.

Fully funded and slated for completion in late 2025, Lagoon will rise from the heart of Main Beach on Cronin Avenue.

The award-winning, <a href="/architects/plus-architecture">Plus Architecture</a>-designed towers are being built around a central lagoon pool and have a raft of other building amenities, from an exclusive podium-level resident’s entertainment lounge and garden with designer cooking stations and a fitness centre with an adjoining yoga terrace to a 24/7 network-connected boardroom and dedicated work spaces to meet the work from home lifestyle.

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Fully funded and slated for completion in late 2025, Lagoon will rise from the heart of Main Beach on Cronin Avenue

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