The new <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/yarraville-green-42-stephen-street-yarraville-vic-3013">Yarraville Green</a> development in Melbourne's inner west is showing that landscaping can be just as influential as architecture, with buyers responding strongly to the garden-first approach adopted from the outset by developer Excelon Projects and the project's design team.

Excelon appointed Six Degrees Architects and landscape architects SBLA to work collaboratively on the development, with a brief to create "a sustainable, design-led building with a focus on community."

That approach has resonated with buyers. According to Next Chapter Director Tom Hirini, who is leading the sales campaign, the landscaped communal garden has become one of the project's defining features, alongside its boutique scale and European-inspired cluster housing concept.

Local downsizers, right-sizers and established families already living in Yarraville and surrounding suburbs have accounted for the majority of purchasers.

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Yarraville Green will comprise 53 homes, including apartments and townhomes, arranged around the shared central garden to maximise connections to the landscaped open space. Parking has been moved underground, allowing the ground plane to be dedicated to greenery, pedestrian movement and communal spaces.

The landscape extends well beyond passive planting. Productive garden beds, a pergola, communal gathering spaces, garden sheds and a pet wash have all been integrated into the masterplan, creating spaces designed to encourage everyday interaction between residents.

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The interiors continue Excelon's focus on craftsmanship, incorporating bespoke elements by Melbourne artisans including leadlight detailing by Adadaz, hand-turned timber hardware by Auburn Woodturning and blown-glass lighting by Ruth Allen.

Sustainability has also been embedded throughout the project, with Yarraville Green targeting an average 7-star NatHERS energy rating through passive design principles, rooftop solar servicing common areas and rainwater harvesting for landscape irrigation.

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Construction continues to progress at Yarraville Green, with structural works well underway and framing works approaching completion under builder Balmain &amp; Co. The project remains on track for completion in mid-2027.

Apartments at Yarraville Green are currently priced from $625,000, while townhomes start from $1.4 million.

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Garden-led design drives buyer demand at Yarraville Green

National diversified developer Fortis has officially launched Crest &amp; Walker, its latest Brisbane apartment development, with construction now underway on the 20-storey Newstead project.

Award-winning builder BINAH has commenced construction on the Bureau^Proberts-designed building, which will deliver a limited collection of 65 two and three-bedroom apartments on Kyabra Street.

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The project marks Fortis' fourth active residential development in Brisbane, following River House, which is nearing completion, alongside projects in New Farm and Hamilton as the national developer continues to expand its South East Queensland pipeline.

Fortis General Manager – Development Queensland Dan Boman said Crest &amp; Walker reflects the developer's long-term commitment to delivering design-led residential projects in Brisbane's established inner-city suburbs.

"We're proud to be strengthening our presence in Brisbane with Crest &amp; Walker, particularly in such a sought-after lifestyle destination as Newstead," Boman said.

"Every Fortis project is shaped by its context, and we approach each one with the respect and care it deserves.

"Our focus is always on creating places that feel connected to their neighbourhood and elevate the everyday experience for residents. Newstead continues to evolve as one of Brisbane's most sought-after urban communities, and Crest &amp; Walker reflects our ambition to contribute meaningfully to that story."

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Positioned between Gasworks Plaza and James Street, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/crest-walker-newstead-12-kyabra-street-newstead-qld-4006">Crest &amp; Walker</a> has been designed as a boutique residential address offering privacy and generous living spaces within one of Brisbane's most established lifestyle precincts.

The building features a contemporary brick podium softened by integrated landscaping, while the upper levels are characterised by restrained architecture and enduring materiality. Interiors have been designed to maximise natural light, acoustic performance and long-term liveability.

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Residences comprise spacious two and three-bedroom floorplans, with two-bedroom apartments priced from $1.55 million and three-bedroom, half-floor residences from $3.95 million.

Residents will have access to a wellness-focused rooftop featuring a swimming pool, sauna, steam room, landscaped dining spaces and outdoor lounge areas overlooking Newstead and the Brisbane CBD.

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Sales are being managed by Slaite Projects, with Fortis expecting strong demand from owner-occupiers seeking a high-quality, design-focused apartment in one of Brisbane's most tightly held inner-city suburbs.

Completion of Crest &amp; Walker is slated for late 2028.

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Fortis expands Brisbane pipeline with launch of Crest & Walker in Newstead

The enormity of delivering a true skyscraper in Australia's new development market is often overlooked.

It has taken the best part of a decade since plans for Chevron One were first unveiled, but the 41-storey tower is now complete, with residents collecting their keys and moving into what has become one of the Gold Coast's most recognisable new landmarks.

Rising 127 metres above Chevron Island, Chevron One stands almost twice as high as any other building on the island. Its scale places it alongside the trio of towers at Jewel, arguably the last truly significant addition to the central Gold Coast skyline when they were completed around six years ago.

While there are several developments underway around a similar height to Chevron One, they are more concentrated within clusters of the highest towers in the city. The fact Chevron One sits within a developing precinct, looking back at the other high-rise developments in Surfers Paradise and Broadbeach, makes it a different proposition altogether. It will certainly become a reference point on the Gold Coast skyline.

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Developer Bensons Property Group is behind the 41-storey tower, which has 229 apartments, along with an exhaustive list of resident amenity spread across what is the largest development site ever assembled on Chevron Island.

The tower has been the talk of the town for years, says Ray White Projects Gold Coast agent Caitlin Rosenboom, who is selling the remaining apartments.

"People have been watching Chevron One go up for years," Rosenboom says, adding that many prospective buyers have been surprised by the scale of the views once they step inside.

"It's only when they walk through a completed apartment that they truly understand the position of the building," Rosenboom says.

"The views are jaw-dropping. Whether you're looking east over the ocean, across Surfers Paradise, along the river systems or out to the hinterland, every level offers something different but equally impressive."

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One of Chevron One's defining advantages is its location on the eastern side of Chevron Island on Stanhill Drive, a position which protects the views forever.

"There's only one row of houses between Chevron One and the water, and the height restrictions along the river means views from Chevron One can never be built out,"&nbsp;Rosenboom says.

While new apartment developments continue to emerge across the Gold Coast, Rosenboom says opportunities to secure a completed apartment with this level of outlook are becoming increasingly rare.

"The size of the site is something that would be incredibly difficult to replicate today," she says.

"That's allowed Chevron One to deliver the sort of amenity, open space and resident facilities that very few projects can offer. There are not many completed apartment buildings on the Gold Coast right now that can compete with the combination of scale, quality and amenity."

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There's around 2,000 sqm of amenity solely for the use of residents of Chevron One. Club One features a uniquely shaped swimming pool that mirrors the footprint of the building itself, set within a extensively landscaped gardens. There's also an indoor pool and spa, a fully equipped gym with a Pilates room, a yoga garden, a bookable private dining area and lounge that can host up to 30 people, and a 24-hour concierge service.

As for the buyers, Rosenboom is fielding enquiry from everywhere: Sydneysiders and Melburnians looking at the new and off-the-plan market following the changes in the Federal Budget, as well as those looking to relocate, through to South East Queenslanders seeking either a permanent home or a weekender bolthole.

"The Gold Coast lifestyle continues to resonate with people relocating from the southern states, and when they see the views and the quality of what's been delivered at Chevron One, it becomes very easy for them to understand the appeal," Rosenboom says.

A diverse mix of one, two and three-bedroom apartments remain available, with each offering "something a little different", be it the orientation and views, configuration, or level, to suit a wide variety of buyers.

The remaining apartments are ready to inspect in person, by appointment.

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A decade in the making: Residents to move into Chevron One as construction wraps up

A general rule of thumb in new apartment developments is that the penthouses get the rooftop.

It's a formula that's become commonplace across Australia's apartment market. Residents might have access to a pool, gym or barbecue facilities on a dedicated lower level, but the most desirable outdoor spaces are typically reserved for the highest-priced homes at the top of the building.

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/sherpa-property-group">Sherpa Property Group</a> has taken the opposite approach.

Rather than dedicating the rooftop to a handful of buyers, the Gold Coast developer has made it the centrepiece of its Flourish collection, creating expansive shared spaces from the best vantage point in the building.

The philosophy has reached its most ambitious expression at <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/flourish-soleira-palm-beach-1150-1160-gold-coast-highway-palm-beach-qld-4221">Flourish Soleira</a> in Palm Beach, where two rooftop precincts connected by a skybridge will deliver one of the most extensive lifestyle offerings seen in a residential apartment project on the Gold Coast.

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"We're seeing a clear move toward developments that offer more than just an apartment," Sherpa Group founder Christie Leet said.

"People want spaces that support how they actually live, whether that's working from home, staying active, or spending time with family and friends.

"That's where amenity becomes critical. It's not just about what's included, but how those spaces are designed to be used every day."

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The breadth of amenity has already attracted buyers across multiple demographics. Younger first home buyers have been drawn to Soleira's one-bedroom apartments, a product rarely delivered in Palm Beach, while families have responded to practical inclusions such as the shallow children's pool adjoining the main lap pool and the extensive communal recreation areas.

Instead of a single rooftop, Soleira delivers two distinct lifestyle zones.

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The southern rooftop has been dedicated to wellness, featuring a gym, yoga and Pilates studio, work-from-home facilities, a wellness centre, spa, and hot and cold plunge pools.

The northern rooftop focuses on recreation and entertaining, incorporating a heated resort-style pool, private dining rooms, pizza ovens, barbecues, a golf simulator, children's recreation areas, and what is expected to be the Gold Coast's first rooftop basketball court, which will also double as a squash court.

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Beyond the rooftops, Soleira will introduce 1,500 sqm of curated retail beneath the towers, creating one of Palm Beach's first genuinely mixed-use lifestyle precincts where cafés, restaurants and convenience retail become part of residents' everyday lives.

Sherpa has also retained management rights across the development, allowing it to oversee the long-term operation of the building through a 24-hour concierge model. The developer is also exploring additional revenue streams within the precinct aimed at helping offset ongoing body corporate costs for residents.

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While Soleira is the largest project Sherpa has delivered, the rooftop-first philosophy has been evolving for several years.

It began with <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/amargo-6-12-sixth-avenue-palm-beach-qld-4221">Flourish Amargo</a>, the first project released under the Flourish brand. Rather than competing at the ultra-luxury end of the market with oversized half-floor and full-floor residences, Sherpa focused on creating lifestyle-driven apartments supported by resort-style shared spaces.

Amargo introduced more than 800 sqm of rooftop amenity, combining wellness facilities, heated pools, entertaining areas, cabanas, pizza ovens and private dining spaces into what was designed as an extension of residents' homes rather than a facility used only occasionally.

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That approach continued with Flourish Oasis, where the same amenity-led philosophy was refined into a more boutique development. Strong demand from Sherpa's growing VIP database saw much of the project sold before it reached the broader market, reinforcing buyer appetite for apartment communities centred around shared lifestyle experiences.

Flourish Amargo is slated for completion mid-way-through next year, with Oasis to be delivered by late 2027. Flourish Soleira is expected to complete in 2030.

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Sherpa takes amenity to the sky as Flourish Soleira captures booming Palm Beach demand

As apartment living continues to evolve across Sydney's growth corridors, the quality and distribution of shared spaces is increasingly shaping how residents experience home. Rather than functioning as add-ons, amenities are being embedded into the daily rhythm of a building, supporting everything from quiet retreat to social interaction, often within a single vertical community.

At <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/aeris-melrose-park-nursery-street-melrose-park-nsw-2114">Aeris</a> in Melrose Park, this approach is resolved through a layered amenity offering that unfolds from ground level through to its upper podium. Developed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/sekisui-house-australia">Sekisui House Australia</a> in partnership with Hankyu Hanshin Properties, the project introduces 468 apartments across two towers and a mid-rise building, positioned at the highest point of the broader masterplan.

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The amenity experience begins at street level, where two courtyards sit within a landscaped setting that connects residents to the wider network of parks and green spaces. These green spaces are not isolated pockets but part of a wider pedestrian network that links Aeris to the surrounding <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/melrose-park-nsw-2114">Melrose Park</a> precinct, including Central Park, future schools, and the Town Centre opening in July 2026. The result is a transition that moves from public to private without abrupt boundaries, allowing residents to pass through shaded, tree-lined environments before reaching the building itself.

Moving upward, the focus shifts to the level five podium, where the primary communal facilities are concentrated. This space brings together a 16-metre swimming pool, outdoor seating areas, and a communal BBQ zone arranged to take advantage of elevated outlooks. Seating is positioned beneath pergolas, creating pockets of shade that extend the usability of the space throughout the day. The pool edge aligns with views toward the wider district, reinforcing the sense of elevation that defines the project’s positioning.

In the adjacent building, this is complemented by quieter, more contemplative spaces, including an outdoor cinema set within the same level. Positioned to operate primarily in the evening, it introduces a different tempo to the shared environment, shifting from daytime activity to after-hours use without requiring separate zones.

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The podium also accommodates an intimate private resident gym. Located on the lower levels, it gives residents convenient access to fitness facilities without leaving the building.

Above, the elevated podium sky deck extends the amenity offering, providing additional open-air spaces with elevated outlooks across the surrounding landscape. While more restrained in program, this upper level reinforces the project’s vertical progression, from ground-level greenery to elevated outlook, allowing residents to move between distinct spatial conditions within a single address.

This distribution of amenities reflects a deliberate response to how residents use space across the day. Sekisui House Australia Sales and Marketing Director Peter Kalaf points to the role these shared areas play in shaping buyer demand. Aeris has been conceived as more than a collection of apartments, with the podium pool, gym and outdoor cinema forming part of a broader lifestyle offering that extends the home beyond each individual residence.

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What distinguishes Aeris is not the inclusion of these elements individually, but how they are arranged in relation to one another. Active, social, and passive spaces are layered vertically rather than separated, allowing residents to choose between them without leaving the building or moving far from their apartment. This proximity supports both routine use, such as a morning swim or evening workout, and more occasional gatherings, whether around the BBQ area or within the cinema setting.

The amenity design also sits within a broader framework of connectivity across Melrose Park. The Melrose Park Town Centre, anchored by Coles and Dan Murphys, features a mix of retail, dining, health and lifestyle offerings, bringing everyday convenience closer to residents. By the end of the year, more than five hectares of parks and open space, equivalent to around seven football fields of green space on residents' doorstep, will further enhance the precinct, allowing the internal facilities at Aeris to operate as an extension of the wider neighbourhood rather than a substitute for it.

Construction at Aeris continues to gather momentum, with ground floor slabs expected to be completed in late 2026 before the first sections of the buildings begin to rise above ground.

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Elevated amenity anchors daily life at Aeris, Melrose Park

Gosford

The Grand, the newest apartment development in the burgeoning Gosford, the gateway to the Central Coast, has kicked off its launch with over $25 million in sales.&nbsp;

The exclusive launch event took place at the local watering hole Lyons Den Gosford, conveniently located near the future site of The Grand, a joint venture project between TQM and Ace Property Group.

Prospective buyers had the opportunity to explore the apartment designs and gain insight into the cutting-edge amenities that will be available upon completion.

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Situated on Gosford's Mann Street, the project offers one of the most desirable locations for apartment seekers across the entire Central Coast.

Acquired for $9.65 million in mid-2021, the amalgamated site will feature an impressive 18-level tower designed by Kann Finch, encompassing a total of 138 apartments.

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The two-bedroom floorplans, priced from $700,000, boast nearly 100 sqm of internal living space and are designed to maximise views across the Brisbane Water.

The curved terraces connect to the spacious internal living areas, which are complemented by well-appointed kitchen and dining spaces. These areas feature stone island benches, back-lit stone splashbacks, brushed brass Parisi tapware, and high-quality ILVE appliances.

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The development will also include a street-level podium, housing several food and beverage establishments, adding vibrancy and convenience to residents' daily lives.

The podium levels will be crowned by a residents' infinity pool and a landscaped garden, designed by Site Image Landscape Architects.

TQM Group will oversee the realisation of the project, which is scheduled for completion in 2025.&nbsp;

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Prospective buyers had the opportunity to explore the apartment designs and gain insight into the cutting-edge amenities that will be available upon completion

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The Grand, Gosford apartment development achieves $25 million in sales after launch weekend

Sydney property agency Highland has been appointed as the lead selling agent for the $375 million luxury apartment project, Archibald by ALAND.

The full-service real estate company has more than 40 projects currently in market along the eastern seaboard from southern Sydney to the Gold Coast, with this week announcing it will sell Archibald's one, two and three-bedroom apartments, along with the three and four-bedroom penthouses.

Located at 108 Donnison Street, Gosford, Archibald is a dual tower development which will deliver 199 residences in the West Tower and 124 in the East Tower.

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Highland selling agent Clint Willoughby said Archibald offers a rare balance of affordable coastal and cosmopolitan living in one of the Central Coast’s most connected locations.

“The Highland team is thrilled to be appointed to sell Archibald and we are very eager to show prospective buyers all this project has to offer, from its unrivalled amenity to stunning layouts and finishes,” said Willoughby.

“Being situated where it is, Archibald merges resort living with connectivity, providing the sought after blend of relaxation and recreation among buyers.”

Offering unrivalled amenity that the Central Coast has never seen, Archibald is home to an exclusive Skybar and Lounge on level 28 and a pub on the ground floor with dining.

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Residents will have full access to hotel-managed amenities such as the lobby café, resort style pool and swim-up pool bar, which have been designed with relaxation and restoration in mind.

Georgia Scanlon is also selling Archibald, which she says will bring a new level of luxury living to the Central Coast with each residence designed to appeal to a range of buyers.

“Archibald appeals to local buyers, Sydney downsizers looking for the coastal lifestyle, and investors looking to capitalise on the growth potential of this thriving region,” said Scanlon.

“Now an extension of Greater Sydney, it’s situated in one of the Central Coast’s most connected locations, with a full range of business, retail, dining, cultural, entertainment, transport, and recreational activities, essentially at your doorstep.”

Designed by Place Studio, Archibald will feature&nbsp;striking sail-like curves, echoing the boats on the nearby Brisbane Waters, in addition to uninterrupted views of Gosford’s skyline.

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Prices for the apartments start from $450,000 through to $1.6 million, with the penthouses priced on application.&nbsp;&nbsp;

ALAND CEO, George Tadrosse said Highland were the obvious choice for sales agents for Archibald.&nbsp;

“Highland was an obvious choice to lead the sales and marketing program for Archibald due to its credibility as one of Sydney’s leading agencies and its extensive network of buyers,” Tadrosse said.

Completion of Archibald is estimated for the third quarter of 2024.

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Highland appointed to sell Archibald by ALAND apartments

Gosford's Mann Street is one of the most ideally located spots for apartment seekers arguably across the whole of the Central Coast.

It's a stones throw from Central Coast Stadium, the Central Coast Leagues Club and its affiliated park, and the Drifters Wharf and accompanying Brisbane Water. Pair that with an array of coffee shops, retail and restaurants, there's no better spot to be in the gateway to the Central Coast.

Gosford Train Station is just 650 metres away, and Waterfront Park just 140 metres from the project.

Ace Property Group and TQM Group, who have teamed up on a number of apartment developments previously, have collaborated again to create The Grand, which they have just launched to the market.

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The project is located at&nbsp;at 35-37 Mann Street, an amalgamated site they secured for $9.65 million in mid-2021. It sits just across the road from St Hilliers multistage masterplan Central Coast Quarter. The Grand will comprise 138 apartments across an 18-level Kann Finch-designed tower.&nbsp;

Kann Finch, one of the world's most accomplished architects, designed the tower to protrude from a&nbsp;fine-grained sandstone podium, which will be crowned by a striking resident infinity pool and a landscaped garden by Site Image Landscape Architects.

Within the podium, on street level, will be a number of food and beverage tenancies when the building is complete in 2025.

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The curved form of the building is a source of inspiration for the design, with panoramic bowed terraces that spill into vast internal living spaces, with the living areas adjoining a true entertainer's kitchen and dining room, featuring stone island benches, back-lit stone splash backs, brushed brass stylish Parisi tap ware, and ILVE appliances.

Floor-to-ceiling windows invite an abundance of natural light into each of the residences,&nbsp;with the open-plan living areas featuring timber look floors and lush carpets. The penthouses also include under-mount wine fridges, as well as&nbsp;bespoke joinery that extends to outdoor barbecue areas.

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Domain Property Group are handling the sales of The Grand.

Two-bed apartments start from $700,000. They span nearly 100 sqm of internal living area.

TQM Group, an integrated builder developer, will also be in charge of construction of the project.

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Kann Finch, one of the world's most accomplished architects, designed the tower to protrude from a fine-grained sandstone podium, which will be crowned by a striking resident infinity pool and a landscaped garden


The gateway to Gosford: Ace Property and TQM Group combine to launch The Grand Gosford 

Leading Sydney developer ALAND is set to bring a new level of sophistication to the Central Coast with its plans to build Archibald Skybar and Lounge, the region's highest bar.

The bar will be located on the 28th floor of a premium hotel and luxury residential complex, offering a 270-degree view of Brisbane Waters. With a relaxed yet sophisticated atmosphere, the bar will accommodate up to 400 patrons and include a cocktail lounge, function space, and a separate bar and terrace.

According to Ryan Lane, ALAND's Head of Development, the Archibald Skybar and Lounge will provide a unique and untapped experience for the Central Coast.

“When we set out to investigate the viability of the Skybar we discovered that something like this would be extremely unique for the area. There simply isn't anyone with an offering like this on the coast. There are obviously some comparable offerings around Sydney or the Gold Coast, but what we were really careful not to do was repeat something that's been done in another location.”

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He said ALAND worked closely with established designers and architects to come up with a bespoke concept which is tailored for the Central Coast market.

“It's designed to be very approachable and welcoming, but not too over the top. However, it will still provide a point of difference for entertainment that the Central Coast doesn't currently have,” Lane added.

“There are pub and restaurant offerings, but the Skybar is going to give locals a venue they can really celebrate. You can have birthday parties, weddings and any number of functions at the rear of the space where you can hire out the whole venue.”

Situated at 108 Donnison Street in the heart of Gosford's CBD, the Archibald Skybar and Lounge is close to Central Coast Stadium and other popular venues such as Hotel Gosford, Railway Hotel, and Union Hotel.

Once completed in the third quarter of 2024, Archibald will be a bustling hub of activity, with 323 apartments and 130 hotel rooms housing an estimated total of 850 people. In addition, the new Archibald Skybar and Lounge is set to attract locals looking for a stylish and sophisticated social venue.

Lane said the future hospitality operators of both the Archibald Skybar and Lounge and hotel have yet to be announced, however, the group is confident that the results of a rigorous tender process will lead to the selection of top industry players.

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“With regards to the Hotel, we’re very well progressed with conversations after having gone through a meticulous tender process with significant response from some pretty prominent brands. In the past, with similar projects, we might have had a handful of qualified interested parties but when you have more than 
10 significantly interested parties - as we have experience with Archibald - it shows the strength of the opportunity in the Gosford market,” he said.

Despite the yet-to-be-confirmed brands of the venues, many confident residential buyers have already secured their new homes at Archibald.

The complex will include two buildings housing one, two, and three-bedroom apartments, as well as three and four-bedroom penthouses, all with access to resort-style facilities and breathtaking views of Brisbane Waters and the city skyline.

Approximately 100 apartments have already been sold off the plan, with prices starting at $475,000 for a one-bedroom property.

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ALAND to elevate Gosford’s drinking and dining experience with Archibald Skybar and Lounge

Sydney developers ALAND has seen strong interest in its Gosford development, Archibald by ALAND, with one-third of its apartments already sold.

The project, valued at $375 million, will include 323 residential units, 130 hotel rooms, food and beverage options, a pub, and a sky bar and lounge. Less than three months after its launch, 104 apartments worth over $80 million have been purchased, including $20 million prior to the launch.

Buyers include keen investors and downsizers, with local first-home buyers attracted by government schemes and owner-occupiers drawn to the project's affordability.

Designed by Place Studio, Archibald by ALAND is set to become a landmark in the area and a sought-after destination on the Central Coast.

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Apartment prices range from $475,000 for a one-bedroom to $835,000 for a three-bedroom. Each unit features functional and spacious floorplans, inspired by the Australian coastline, with balconies and floor-to-ceiling windows offering views of Brisbane Waters and the city skyline.

ALAND CEO George Tadrosse said that the project’s unparalleled offering is also a major drawcard for eager investors.

“Archibald is the only project of its kind in Gosford, the level of amenity is unmatched, and residents will get that hotel lifestyle with access to resort-style facilities and beaches at their doorstep,” he said.

“We’re seeing many investors taking advantage of the growing population and new economic ventures in education, retail and health innovation in the area. It’s no surprise that investors have been quick to recognise this unique offering and its potential."

“With the NSW Government’s recent announcement to invest more than $23 Million in the Central Coast region, committing to a faster rail at Wyong and new university campus at Gosford, we expect another influx of interest across all buyer types,” said Tadrosse.

Project Sales Director Georgia Scanlon said ALAND’s sales to date are indicative of the demand of the Central Coast market, observing that lifestyle continues to hold strong appeal.

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“The Central Coast market continues to perform despite broader market sentiment, offering buyers an affordable coastal lifestyle that is hard to match anywhere else in regional NSW locations. The Northconnex has allowed the coast to become a part of greater Sydney in the same way Western Sydney has.”

“We’re seeing a lot of local downsizers come from The Hills and Northern Beaches along with first home buyers who are out priced in Sydney. Essentially everyone is chasing a lifestyle only a stone’s throw from Sydney and the CBD,” added Scanlon.

The project is scheduled for completion in Q3 2024 and will offer unique features and easy access to the region's beaches and amenities.

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Investors and downsizers flock to Archibald by ALAND

The revitalisation of the Gosford CBD is on track with the sale of significant master-planned site.

The largest concept approved, mixed use development site on the Central Coast, known as Pacifica Gosford, has been sold by Paul Lederer's Lederer Group.

There are plans in place for five towers that will sit above retail and commercial podiums on the 1.42 hectare site at 136-148 Donnison Street, in the heart of Gosford's CBD.

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Colliers agents Jon Chomley and Eugene White secured the record transaction, calling the site "truly irreplaceable."

“Pacifica Gosford is a remarkable central city, development approved site capable of accommodating over 700 residential apartments with additional commercial and retail space and parking for over 1,000 cars,” Chomley said.

“With four street frontages and a design that enables the staged development of up to five towers, this is a truly irreplaceable development site.”

The stage one plans show there is set to be 5,422 square metres of retail and commercial gross floor area, as well as recreation spaces and a new pedestrian link to complement the precinct. The site is currently occupied by the untenanted former Kibbleplex Shopping Centre.

The multi-staged nature of the potential development could also enable the purchaser to consider a variety of end uses, including student accommodation, retirement living and residential apartments.

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Eugene White said that due to Gosford's coastal location, and also being just an hour from Sydney, the area has&nbsp;been the beneficiary of the sea change movement from Sydney, with an uplift in new residents over the last two years.

"It is also a highly sought after retirement area with older residents benefitting from the extensive medical and care services in the region,” White added.

Located directly across from the recently upgraded Kibble Park and the Imperial Shopping Centre, Pacifica Gosford is just 500 metres from the Gosford railway station. It is also within walking distance&nbsp;to major employment hubs and Government services such as the ATO, the Department of Finance, Safe Work NSW, Gosford Court House, Gosford Hospital and Gosford TAFE.

There has been recent major investment supporting essential infrastructure throughout the Central Coast region to meet the needs of the projected population growth. Some of these include the $368 million redevelopment of Gosford Hospital, the $200 million redevelopment of Wyong Hospital, funding upgrades of the M1 Pacific Motorway, planned university campus and the recent completion of the $10 million waterfront park.

There are plans in place for five towers that will sit above retail and commercial podiums on the 1.42 hectare site at 136-148 Donnison Street, in the heart of Gosford's CBD

Pacifica Gosford, the largest concept approved development site on the Central Coast, sells 

Construction has commenced on a six star luxury development on the Central Coast.&nbsp;

The $250 million master planned estate, Rumbalara Residences, is the work of Australian private investment group Alceon, in collaboration with builders Deicorp and architects Marchese Partners.&nbsp;

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Situated on the highest point of Gosford, offering views stretching over Brisbane Waters, the Marchese-designed residences offer varying one, two and three-bedroom floor plans with 188 apartments set to be spread out across the four buildings.&nbsp;

Ranging in size from 27 sqm to 62 sqm, buyers have the option to select between treehouses or townhouse, with inclusions such as fireplaces and Sub Zero Wolf appliances.&nbsp;

The 2.2-hectare resort-style estate has already been inundated with interest from Sydney buyers including downsizers and first home buyers, with Alceon’s Development Director, Todd Campling saying the initial launch period received more than 1200 enquiries in just a few weeks.

“There’s not many other opportunities where you can secure a home starting at $580,000 with access to such an enormous amount of world class amenities,” he added.

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Leading construction experts, Deicorp have been appointed to build the project, with the group the first in New South Wales to achieve the coveted iCART rating for trustworthiness under the NSW Building Commission’s reforms.

A figure eight pool takes pride of place in the centre of more than 4,000 sqm of manicured resort-like grounds while residents also have access to a 1,000 sqm Club House, which is home to a suite of amenities including an on-site concierge, private cinema, dining room, gym, day spa, work from home hot desk space and virtual golf simulator.

“The quality of the build signals a new era for development on the Central Coast and it’s no surprise that the majority of interest is coming from Sydney at the moment - mainly from home owners on the North Shore, Northern Beaches, Hills Shire, Inner West and Sutherland Shire looking to downsize,” Campling said.&nbsp;

And with the launch of stage one achieving such success, the group has brought on stage two earlier than expected to meet the demand.&nbsp;

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“We’re finding that people are willing to pay a premium price and act with urgency due to the unique one-of-a-kind style and design of the project,” Campling said.&nbsp;

“Ninety percent of our buyers are owner occupiers and they’re buying in for the lifestyle the development offers,” he added.&nbsp;

Completion on the first stage of the project, including the pool and Club House is slated for completion for 2024.&nbsp;

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Ranging in size from 27 sqm to 62 sqm, buyers have the option to select between treehouses or townhouse, with inclusions such as fireplaces and Sub Zero Wolf appliances. 

Construction commences on Central Coast masterplanned estate, Rumbalara Residences

Busy Sydney developers, ALAND, has secured&nbsp;one of Gosford&rsquo;s most sought-after mixed-use sites, which sold with development approval for two towers.

The 5656 sqm site at 108-118 Mann Street originally launched to the market at The Archibald in 2019, with development approval for a dual tower build comprising 289 apartments, along with a ground floor pub, level 28 sky bar, 167 hotel suites and a range of hotel amenity including an infinity pool, gym and conference hall.

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Render of the proposed dual tower project at 108-118 Mann St, Gosford. Credit: Colliers

ALAND CEO George Tadrosse confirmed the deal was done via an expression of interest process run by Colliers International which closed at the end of March.

&ldquo;It&rsquo;s a sensational site right in the heart of Gosford, which is increasingly being seen as a key regional location,&rdquo; he said.

&ldquo;We&rsquo;re delighted to have secured the property and look forward to taking the plans for the project forward to deliver a fantastic new addition to the Gosford skyline. Subject to planning, we are looking at launching the project sales in spring and starting construction this year.&rdquo;

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Render inside one of the proposed apartments at 108-118 Mann St, Gosford. Credit: Colliers

The Gosford property is one of the CBD&#39;s last remaining consolidated sites, with street frontages to Mann, Donnison and Baker Streets.

Located close to Gosford&rsquo;s waterfront, the site is also&nbsp;well-connected to key amenities like the Gosford Train Station, Gosford TAFE and the Central Coast Stadium.

The site was demolished in preparation for construction, with the site placed on the market earlier this year.

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Aerial shot of the site&#39;s location and proximity to key amenity. Credit: Colliers

Tadrosse said his team will now review the project but expects work to begin quickly.

&ldquo;We have an opportunity to make a significant contribution to the city, and we&rsquo;re excited to get this project underway,&rdquo; he added.

ALAND recently launched&nbsp;their $800 million master-planned precinct in Merrylands, in Sydney&rsquo;s west.

There has already been strong demand for the first stage of the project, with the prime 2.5-hectare site, located adjacent to the Merrylands train station, set to deliver 365 apartments across three buildings, up to 20 storeys in height.

The Gladstone Village&nbsp;is a rare offering for Merrylands and one of the last remaining pockets along Sydney&rsquo;s rail network to be developed.

ALAND CEO George Tadrosse confirmed the deal was done via an expression of interest process run by Colliers International which closed at the end of March.



ALAND secures development approved Gosford site

Although summer has passed by, Sydney&rsquo;s latest lockdown has reminded many Australians of the benefits that come with investing in a coastal holiday home.

SQM Research managing director Louis Christopher claimed that its likely regional occupancy has already reached its highpoint.

&ldquo;With the costs of renting a holiday home soaring thanks to huge local demand, combined with record-low interest rates, we&rsquo;re experiencing a unique situation where it may actually be more cost-effective to buy rather than regularly rent a holiday home&rdquo;, said David Hancock, senior financial planner at Montara Wealth.

To assist in your search, Urban takes a look at five stunning coastal properties to consider in regional NSW.

1. Horizon, Gosford 
Developer: JMGM 
Two-bedroom apartment prices available upon request

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Delivered by JMGM, Horizon comprises 184 architecturally-designed in one, two and three-bedroom configurations.

Set across 24 stories, the mixed-use development boasts spacious interiors and 2,500 sqm of retail space that forms a vibrant precinct in the heart of Gosford.

In the beautiful Gosford region of the NSW Central Coast, residents can enjoy magnificent national parks, sparkling waterways and golden sandy beaches.

2. Ridgewaters, Kiama 
Developer: St Trinity Property Group 
Three-bedroom apartments from $945,000

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Positioned amongst Kiama&rsquo;s serene landscape and only a short walk to pristine beaches, Ridgewaters is a selection of three-bedroom apartments.

This collection of luxury apartments presents an ideal home for a range of purchasers, from retirees and young families to investors and holidaymakers searching for a laid-back coastal lifestyle.

Located just 90 minutes south of Sydney and 30 minutes from Wollongong CBD, the boutique two-storey development promises convenience and local amenity.

3. Sky Residences, Newcastle 
Developer: GWH 
Two-bedroom apartments from $675,000

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Sky Residences is Newcastle&rsquo;s newest skyline tower in the heart of the CBD&rsquo;s Civic Cultural Precinct, connecting residents to everything they love.

Offering a choice of 180 apartments in one, two and three-bedroom configurations, Sky boasts light-filled living spaces, security swipe access and energy-efficient fittings.

&ldquo;We reserved the prime rooftop space, making it possible for every SKY resident to enjoy unprecedented 360-degree views and contemporary lifestyle amenities that enrich the way they live&rdquo;, GWH managing director Jonathan Craig said. 
 
4. Midtown, Wollongong 
Developer: Level 33 
Two-bedroom apartments from $575,000

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Midtown encompasses a collection of studios, one, two and three-bedroom apartments that capture the impressive views of the Illawarra Escarpment.

Delivered by Level 33, the home includes a ground-level retail podium that activates the building, a number of apartments that boast ocean views and a communal rooftop entertaining terrace.

The development is perfectly located for those who desire convenience and connection, and will benefit from the Wollongong Council&rsquo;s $800 million infrastructure investment 2018-2022.

5. Highpoint, Charlestown 
Developer: GWH 
Two-bedroom apartments from $640,000

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Developed and built by Hunter locals, GWH, Highpoint boasts premium finishes and fittings that are purposefully designed to reflect the needs of today&rsquo;s living.

The development is located in Charlestown, the shopping, dining and entertainment precinct of Lake Macquarie, ideal for young families and downsizers.

Exclusive to Highpoint residents is the terrace garden, entertainment and barbeque area on the level three podium, as well as a rooftop entertaining space.

Although summer has passed by, Sydney’s latest lockdown has reminded many Australians of the benefits that come with investing in a coastal holiday home

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Five coastal apartments to consider in NSW

Local Central Coast buyers are enjoying refined coastal living at JMGM&rsquo;s latest Gosford development, Horizon.

Set across 19-storeys, the Mann Street development comprises 182 one, two and three-bedroom apartments, as well as 2,500sqm of retail space.

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The Gosford region is not just for locals. Many buyers have begun recognising the beauty of the area and its sparkling waterways, sandy beaches and family-friendly activities on offer.

The area continues to grow and thrive as both a desirable place to live and a flourishing tourist destination, home to renowned beaches such as Avoca, Terrigal and MacMasters Beach.

Gosford is an attractive and affordable option for first home buyers and investors alike, boasting strong rental returns and positive capital growth.

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Designed by Lutolli Architects and Partners, Horizon has been carefully crafted as a modern and luxurious tower, boasting exceptional views and spacious interiors.

Each residence&rsquo;s kitchen is characterised by sculptural curved surfaces and a sophisticated, timeless palette of warm neutrals.

The home&rsquo;s feature floor-to-ceiling windows, wrap-around balcony, open-plan living and dining, and amazing views across Gosford, Brisbane Water and National Parklands.

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&ldquo;Floor-to-ceiling windows and frameless glass balconies bring views into your living and dining spaces&rdquo;, the project marketing reads.

Exclusive amenities available to residents include an outdoor pool, pool lounges and Swedish-inspired sauna.

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Local Central Coast buyers are enjoying refined coastal living at JMGM’s latest Gosford development, Horizon

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