<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/skymark-group">Skymark</a>'s boutique Cronulla development Solis has secured a 10-year Latent Defects Insurance policy through Resilience Insurance, providing buyers of the 16-residence building on Ewos Parade with structural and waterproofing protection that extends a decade beyond the building's completion.

Currently under construction and due for completion in late 2027, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/solis-cronulla-8-ewos-parade-cronulla-nsw-2230">Solis</a> is one of a small number of new developments in the Sutherland Shire to carry Resilience LDI coverage, a distinction that carries increasing weight as buyer confidence in the off-the-plan sector continues to be shaped by how developers stand behind their product.

Latent Defects Insurance, which entered the Australian market in 2022 when Resilience Insurance was approved to offer the cover, protects buyers against major structural or waterproofing defects for ten years post-completion. Unlike traditional statutory warranties, it operates as a first-resort policy, if a covered defect arises, the insurer responds directly, without the buyer needing to pursue the builder or developer through a lengthy claims process.

Resilience Insurance CEO Corey Nugent has noted that the product addresses something fundamental to the new apartment market.

"The overarching feedback from prospective buyers in the new development space is that they want more confidence and assurances around the quality of the build," Nugent says.

"Resilience Insurance Latent Defects Insurance not only gives them complete peace of mind for 10 years, but it shows the developer they are buying from is standing by their product."

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For Solis, the Resilience LDI policy adds a meaningful layer of accountability to an already considered project. The development comprises nine two-bedroom and seven three-bedroom residences, including one dual-level three-bedroom apartment, across a five-storey building on Ewos Parade, positioned between Shelly Beach and South Cronulla.

Garden apartments connect directly to private landscaped courtyards, while upper-level homes capture beach views to the east from level four and above.&nbsp;

All 16 residences include at least one balcony or courtyard, and select apartments on the upper floors feature bar areas and secondary flexible living spaces.

Hiba Sander, Managing Director of Skymark, says Solis offers a rare balance, nestled between the quiet beauty of secluded beaches and the lively charm of South Cronulla's esplanade.

"It's a place to choose your pace and live gracefully, seaside'," Sander says.

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The architecture, designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/ida-design-group">IDA Design Group</a>'s Michael Trinh, draws from the natural erosion patterns of <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/cronulla-nsw-2230">Cronulla</a>'s sandstone headlands, translating the organic forms of the coastline into soft curves, pavilion-style massing, and a material palette chosen for longevity in a salt-tinged environment.&nbsp;

Textured natural stone, soft renders, and timber-look battens reference the tones of the surrounding cliffs, while the building has been oriented to maximise natural light and passive ventilation, with primary living spaces facing north and east to capture morning sun and sea breezes.

"At Solis, our aim was to create architecture that feels quietly confident, grounded in natural materials like stone and timber, and elevated by light and landscape," Trinh says.&nbsp;

"The buildings are designed to sit gently within their coastal surrounds, with expansive glazing and abundant greenery creating a seamless dialogue between inside and out."

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Interiors by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/hot-black">Hot Black</a> carry the same material language through to every room. Kitchens feature integrated Gaggenau appliances, sculpted stone benchtops, and Lo &amp; Co joinery, while bathrooms feature natural stone, timber, and brushed metal finishes.&nbsp;

Hot Black Founder and Design Director Sophie Safrin describes the intent as one of considered restraint: "At Solis, every detail has been thoughtfully considered to create a timeless coastal retreat, calm, refined, and effortlessly liveable. From natural finishes to seamless indoor-outdoor flow, Solis offers a quiet elegance that's deeply connected to its surroundings.

The landscape, designed by Julian Brady of <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/landscape-architect/sitedesignstudios">Site Design Studios</a>, treats green space as an integral part of the resident experience rather than an afterthought.&nbsp;

"Gentle curves and layered native plantings mirror the ebb and flow of the ocean," Julian Brady says, "creating a serene connection between architecture and place."&nbsp;

Coco Republic has provided bespoke furniture packages tailored to the project's coastal palette.

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Skymark has an established track record in the Sutherland Shire, with a portfolio spanning Cronulla, Woolooware and Burraneer that includes Isla, Sylva, Bask, Shells, Sula and Mist. Securing LDI on Solis reflects a broader shift in how the developer is positioning its buildings to buyers, at a time when Resilience Insurance expects the policy to become mandatory in New South Wales by 2028.

Sales at Solis are launching soon through Ray White Projects, with an official event scheduled for 11 June. Enquire for more information.

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Joel Robinson

Skymark takes out 10-year Resilience Insurance LDI at Solis Cronulla

Investors may soon find themselves with fewer reasons to buy established property and more incentives to look towards the new apartment market.

Proposed changes to negative gearing and capital gains tax concessions would see new and off-the-plan apartments retain access to the tax benefits, while established properties would miss out, creating a clear advantage for buyers purchasing newly built housing.

The policy direction aligns with what many developers have been saying for several years. Australia needs more housing supply, and governments are increasingly looking for ways to encourage investment into new stock rather than existing homes.

The challenge for investors is that suitable product is becoming harder to find.

For much of the last decade, one-bedroom apartments were the cornerstone of investor demand. They offered a lower entry price, strong rental appeal, and were a common feature across most apartment developments.

Today, the development pipeline looks very different.

Across both New South Wales and South East Queensland, developers are increasingly targeting owner-occupiers and downsizers, delivering larger two, three and four-bedroom apartments in response to changing buyer preferences. While one-bedroom apartments still exist, they now form a much smaller portion of many new projects.

That shift has created a shortage of investor-friendly stock, particularly in well-located projects close to transport, employment hubs and lifestyle amenity.

At the same time, rising apartment prices have pushed many new developments beyond the reach of traditional investors. On the Gold Coast and across South East Queensland, it's becoming increasingly difficult to find new apartments priced around the $1 million mark, particularly those offering strong rental fundamentals and long-term growth prospects.

We've rounded up four new apartment developments where investors can still secure a foothold in the market for around $1 million or less.

<h2 data-end="1140" data-start="844">Flourish Soleira</h2>

<h2>Priced from: $1.07 million</h2>

Popular Palm Beach developer Sherpa is soon to officially launch its newest local apartment development, Flourish Soleira.

The one-bedroom apartments in the building were only offered to first home buyers rather than investors, and all of those have been snapped up. The two-bedroom apartments will start from $1.07 million, and the three-bedrooms, still a good investment given the popularity of Palm Beach for owner-occupiers, starting at $2,045,000.

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Flourish Soliera will comprise 153 apartments across two buildings, connected by a skybridge, the first ever delivered in the suburb.

True to Sherpa's booming Flourish brand of apartment projects, Flourish Soleira will have extensive rooftop amenity across both buildings including a&nbsp;wellness centre with gym, work from home, yoga, pilates, a&nbsp;heated pool, private dining rooms, pizza oven and barbecues, basketball court, and golf simulator.

<h2>Corallo, Palm Beach</h2>

Priced from: $841,500

Nearby Flourish Soleira is Changfa Group's beachfront-inspired Corallo development. They still have some one-bedroom apartments remaining, priced from $841,500.

The 105-apartment project on Palm Beach Avenue is otherwise dominated by larger two and three-bedroom residences, many of which are aimed at owner-occupiers and downsizers.

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For investors, the appeal lies in Palm Beach's continued transformation from a laid-back beachside suburb into one of the Gold Coast's most sought-after residential markets. Residents at Corallo will be within walking distance of Palm Beach's surf beaches, the recreational amenity of Tallebudgera Creek, and the increasingly popular collection of cafes, restaurants and boutique retailers along the suburb's central dining precinct.

<h2>Corner House, Stones Corner</h2>

<h2>Priced from: $880,000</h2>

One of only two Brisbane apartment developments to make the list with prices under $1 million is DeMartini Fletcher's Corner House development in Stones Corner.

One-bedroom apartments start from $880,000 within the 88-apartment development, providing investors with exposure to one of Brisbane's most established inner-south locations.

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Stones Corner has long been supported by strong tenant demand due to its proximity to major employment and education destinations. The suburb sits less than five kilometres from Brisbane's CBD and is within easy reach of the Princess Alexandra Hospital, Greenslopes Private Hospital, Queensland Children's Hospital and several university campuses.

The project's location within a walkable urban village environment, surrounded by retail, dining and public transport infrastructure, continues to attract both professionals and healthcare workers seeking accommodation close to work.

Parkdrive Apartments, Chermside

Priced from: $749,000

The most affordable apartments across Brisbane's new and off the plan market are in Chermside where developer AusDev is selling one-bedroom apartments from $749,000, and two-beds from $929,000, at its recently launched Parkdrive development.

The development is strategically positioned in one of Brisbane's largest employment and retail precincts, placing residents within easy walking distance of Westfield Chermside, The Prince Charles Hospital, St Vincent's Private Hospital Northside and the suburb's major bus interchange.

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Already under construction and scheduled for completion in early 2028, Parkdrive benefits from Chermside's ongoing evolution into Brisbane's northern metropolitan centre. The suburb continues to attract significant public and private investment, supporting population growth and underpinning long-term rental demand.

For investors focused on yield and tenant depth, the combination of healthcare, retail and transport infrastructure within close proximity provides a strong foundation for occupancy and rental performance.

Investors to turn to new apartments after Federal Government changes spark hunt for Queensland's best $1 million apartments

A mix of Gold Coast locals, fly-in, fly-out purchasers from Sydney and Melbourne, and Brisbane-based families has driven early sales success at Broadbeach's newest apartment tower, Lumara.

The 26-level project, a joint venture between builder-developer 5Point Projects and Bourke Projects, comprises just 37 luxury residences and is attracting a buyer profile that is looking for exclusivity, above the most amenity-rich suburb on the Gold Coast.

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Jamie Bourke, Director of Bourke Projects, says every buyer secured so far intends to use Lumara as a lock-up-and-leave residence, combining holiday use with the ability to work remotely when required.

“The size of the apartments, both half- and full-floor options, and the different zones within the floorplans, lends itself perfectly to dedicated home office setups and multi-generational family holidays,” Bourke says.

That flexibility has become a key drawcard for affluent buyers seeking a second residence on the Gold Coast without sacrificing the ability to conduct business away from their primary home base.

The absence of holiday letting within the building has also resonated strongly with purchasers.

“This type of buyer doesn't need to generate holiday rental income,” Bourke says. “They're paying for exclusivity, privacy and certainty around who their neighbours are.”

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The strong demand comes amid broader shifts in the high-end apartment market following the Federal Budget announcements in May.

“We were already seeing strong enquiry from high-net-worth buyers, but that has only accelerated since the policy changes,” Bourke says.

“A lot of those buyers are looking to place more capital into premium lifestyle assets rather than investment-grade stock that has been targeted by the Federal Government.”

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Designed by Cottee Parker, Lumara adopts a slender, sculpted form with an emphasis on natural materials suited to its beachfront setting. The architectural approach draws on coastal influences, with a palette of stone, timber and concrete selected for durability and the ability to weather over time.

Apartments are limited to three and four-bedroom configurations, with a maximum of two residences per floor through the mid-levels and a selection of full-floor and dual-level homes in the upper levels. All apartments are oriented to the north to maximise natural light, cross-ventilation and views across the ocean, city skyline and hinterland.

A two-level amenity offering is positioned high within the building on levels 20 and 21, conceived as a sky wellness retreat. Facilities include a magnesium pool, spa, sauna and steam rooms, alongside more social spaces such as a private dining room, resident lounge, workspaces and outdoor barbecue areas integrated with landscaped greenery.

The uppermost levels are reserved for larger-format residences, including several full-floor homes and a dual-level penthouse with its own private wellness features and recreational spaces.

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To give buyers confidence, 5Point and Bourke commenced construction ahead of the apartments launching to the market, a sure-fire way to prove they mean business, and the building will be delivered. They are targeting a 2028 completion date.

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Locals, interstate holiday makers, drive early sales at Lumara, Broadbeach's newest luxury apartment tower

Often when it comes to purchasing property, the biggest barrier to entry is the deposit. Buyers of established homes typically aim for a 20 per cent deposit to avoid the added cost of Lenders Mortgage Insurance, while most property transactions require around a 10 per cent deposit when contracts are exchanged.

The off-the-plan market works differently, with buyers typically paying a deposit during construction and settling the balance upon completion. As completion approaches at <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/fabbrica-fitzroy-369-gore-street-fitzroy-vic-3065">Fabbrica Fitzroy</a>, developer <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/pace-development-group">Pace</a> is making it easier for buyers to secure a residence through a deposit-matching incentive. Purchasers need only contribute a five per cent deposit*, with Pace matching the remaining five per cent.

The offer comes as Pace unveils a completed display apartment and townhouse, now available for inspection by appointment ahead of the project's Spring completion.

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Designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/sjb-architects">SJB</a> with interiors by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/interior-designers/winwood-mckenzie-architecture">Winwood Mckenzie</a> and landscaping by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/landscape-architect/acre">Acre</a>, Fabbrica draws on Fitzroy’s industrial and manufacturing history, incorporating references to the former Argyle Shirt Factory and Life Savers Confectionery Company that once occupied the site.

The development comprises 85 residences, spanning low-maintenance apartments through to larger-format townhouses with private street access and double lock-up garages, a relatively uncommon offering in Fitzroy’s higher-density apartment market.

Pace says the project has been designed to appeal to buyers seeking inner-city convenience without sacrificing space, flexibility, or amenity.

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Inside the residences, Winwood Mckenzie has focused on adaptable layouts and integrated detailing, with features including custom joinery, and concealed storage solutions. The material palette leans into warm, tactile finishes intended to complement the building’s industrial architectural language.

Fabbrica’s rooftop amenity is a key part of the project offering. Spanning around 800 sqm, the communal rooftop includes a private dining room, communal kitchen, lounge spaces, work-from-home zones, and outdoor dining areas overlooking the Melbourne CBD skyline.

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Landscape architecture studio Acre has introduced a layered rooftop garden designed to soften the urban setting while creating a more communal environment for residents.

The Fitzroy location also positions residents within walking distance of Brunswick Street, Smith Street, parks, cafés, galleries, and public transport, while remaining only minutes from Melbourne’s CBD. The project has an enviable Walk Score of 96.

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Pace, which is also delivering the project as builder, has developed more than 100 projects across Melbourne over the past three decades. The vertically integrated approach has become increasingly common among developers seeking greater control over construction delivery amid broader market pressures affecting the apartment sector.

The strikingly contemporary Gore Street development is now around 70 per cent complete, with purchasers expected to move into their new homes in Spring 2026. A limited number of residences remain available under the current deposit match offer.

*Conditions apply in relation to the deposit match offer.

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Pace offers five per cent deposit match at Fabbrica Fitzroy ahead of Spring completion

Sydney developer Hyecorp's roots on the Lower North Shore stretch back three generations, and that deep understanding of the market continues to shape where and how it develops today.

From high-rise towers to boutique apartment projects, the family-run developer has built its reputation by focusing on a part of Sydney it knows intimately. Founded by Michael Abolakian in the early 1990s, Hyecorp is now led by his sons Stephen, Troy and Patrick.

Stephen Abolakian, joint managing director alongside Troy, has spent more than two decades in the business, overseeing development, planning, finance, marketing and sales.

Abolakian says the developer's disciplined focus on where it chooses to operate has been, and continues to be, one of Hyecorp's greatest strengths.

“We know the buyer profile exceptionally well,” Abolakian says.

“The demographics between places like Willoughby, Chatswood, St Leonards and Roseville are very similar. There are nuances between suburbs and projects, but culturally and from a buyer perspective, there’s a strong overlap.”

That buyer has historically been overwhelmingly owner-occupier driven.

Unlike many Sydney apartment developers that have traditionally relied heavily on investor demand, Hyecorp’s projects have typically attracted downsizers, upsizers, rightsizers and family owner-occupiers seeking long-term homes rather than short-term investments.

“Historically, investors have been a much smaller portion of our demand profile,” Abolakian says.

“We design for owner-occupiers. We don’t design for yield, we design for comfort, amenity, family living and long-term usability.”

That philosophy extends well beyond apartment layouts.

From landscaping and communal gardens to shared amenities and circulation spaces, Hyecorp’s developments are designed around how people actually live, something Abolakian believes has become increasingly important in Sydney’s apartment market.

“There was probably a period where having an approved project in market was enough,” he says.

“There wasn’t as much competition and if you built it, buyers would come. That’s no longer the case.”

“There’s more supply in the pipeline now, particularly with TOD precincts and low and mid-rise reforms opening up opportunities across Sydney. Buyers have more choice, so if you get the product wrong, they’ll simply go elsewhere.”

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The shift has forced developers to become more sophisticated in how they approach apartment design, particularly as owner-occupier expectations continue to rise.

For Hyecorp, that means thinking beyond who the buyer is today and designing for who they may become in five or 10 years' time.

“People buying now often aren’t moving in for several years,” Abolakian says.

“You might have a young couple buying today, but by the time they move in they may have children, older children, or changing lifestyle needs. You’ve got to think about how families evolve.”

That thinking also shapes Hyecorp’s approach to amenity, which positions wellness at the forefront.

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While resort-style facilities have become increasingly common marketing tools across Sydney apartment developments, Abolakian says the challenge is ensuring amenities are genuinely usable and appropriate for the scale of the project.

“If amenities are done right, they can materially improve the living experience,” he says, adding however that if you&nbsp;overdo it or get it wrong, you can end up with facilities nobody uses that simply create ongoing strata costs.”

That balance is something Hyecorp is aiming to strike with projects like Roseville Avenue, one of the group's upcoming Lower North Shore developments, which Abolakian describes as bringing a resort-style living experience into a metropolitan setting.

“It’s about creating something that feels special without being excessive,” he says.

“Good gardens, quality apartments, thoughtful amenity. Creating that resort feeling in a metro location.”

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The focus on owner-occupier product comes as Sydney’s apartment market continues to navigate a difficult development environment.&nbsp;For Hyecorp, maintaining an in-house operating model across construction, sales, marketing and development management has become increasingly important in navigating that environment.

“We’ve always believed in keeping a lot of the process in-house,” Abolakian says.

“It creates efficiencies, but it also creates quality control. You can make faster decisions and ensure the end product stays aligned with the original vision.”

Despite the challenges, Abolakian believes demand for quality owner-occupier apartments across Sydney remains strong beneath the surface, particularly across established Lower North Shore suburbs where downsizers continue to seek new housing options close to existing communities.

“There are definitely people waiting,” he says.

“Once some of the broader uncertainty settles, whether that’s the global environment or some of the local economic noise, I think the right projects will perform very strongly.”

Hyecorp currently has three residential developments on the market across Sydney’s Lower North Shore.&nbsp;Audrey, St Leonards, positioned opposite Newlands Park, is nearing completion and preparing to welcome its first residents, with the project now almost sold out.

Hyecorp has also recently launched&nbsp;<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/celine-chatswood-37-archer-street-chatswood-nsw-2067">Celine Chatswood</a>, an architectural tower, while continuing to deliver&nbsp;<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/juliet-roseville-64-pacific-highway-roseville-nsw-2069">Juliet Roseville</a>, a more boutique scale of development with just 34 apartments.

Why Hyecorp continues to back Sydney's Lower North Shore apartment market

Hamilton

The largest penthouse in the $150 million Brisbane riverfront apartment building Rivello in Hamilton has hit the market, with developer Brookfield aiming to cash in on the high number of penthouse sales secured in Brisbane's premium pockets in recent weeks.

The penthouse is the final apartment available in Rivello and spans 562 sqm of the 17th floor, featuring expansive Brisbane River and CBD views.

The five-bedroom and five-and-a-half-bathroom apartment also includes a gym, home cinema, office, wine cellar, wet bar, fireplace, three-car garage, and multiple balconies including one that stretches the entire river frontage. The kitchen features luxury Gaggenau appliances including coffee machine, and a butler’s pantry with Liebherr fridges and Miele dishwasher.

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It is priced at $7,125,000 and is being sold by YPM Group.

Construction is well underway on Rivello, which will feature 147 one, two and three-bedroom apartments along with a collection of four sub-penthouses and two opulent penthouses.

Work is anticipated to be completed in the first quarter of 2024.

The majority of apartments boast sweeping views of the Brisbane River, while residents enjoy access to an extensive array of facilities, including&nbsp;an infinity-edge roof top pool and spa, sauna and steam rooms, a private function room with kitchen and bar, a residents’ lounge, wine cellar, business centre, outdoor gardens and barbeque areas.

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Brookfield Residential Properties’ Managing Director, Lee Butterworth, said the release of the final penthouse marked an important milestone in Rivello’s development and followed over $143 million in off the plan sales, with all other apartments in the building already sold.

“We’ve seen massive demand from buyers for these penthouses, sub-penthouses and apartments which is due to the exceptional amenities available for owners as well as the stunning location, just six kilometres from the Brisbane CBD,” Butterworth said.

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“It is very rare for properties of this calibre to be released to the market and that’s why we’re expecting strong interest from a broad range of buyers.”

Butterworth said penthouse sales to date had been to owner-occupiers, wanting a spacious riverfront residence alongside the Portside Wharf precinct.

“Across the board, Rivello has appealed to local owner-occupiers, particularly those making the move from large homes in the nearby area and young professionals, along with interstate buyers relocating to Queensland,” he said.

“The River City has a huge opportunity ahead of the 2032 Olympics with many analysts predicting strong capital gains in the property market ahead of the worldwide event.”

Brisbane has seen a string of big ticket penthouse sales so far in 2023, the biggest and most recent being from <a href="/news/qld/brisbanes-best-penthouse-spyre-group-light-up-toowong-with-arc-penthouse">Spyre's Arc Toowong project</a>. The penthouse sold for $13.6 million.

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Inside the final penthouse at Rivello, Hamilton

The gateway to Brisbane&rsquo;s portside precinct is poised to gain a new residential landmark, with plans for a $140 million apartment development lodged.

The building will be known as The Cullen Hamilton, paying&nbsp;homage to the city&rsquo;s pioneering maritime history, after&nbsp;Ernest Alexander Cullen, the visionary engineer whose work at the turn of last century made Brisbane River navigable to larger vessels and laid the foundations for Hamilton to become the city&rsquo;s prime port facility.

A partnership headed by Brisbane development company Limitless has unveiled plans for the 23-level mixed-use tower, comprising 100 apartments in an innovative design that will accommodate downsizers and investors in the heart of the city&rsquo;s emerging Northshore community.

The Cullen Hamilton will be located in the core of the Hamilton Northshore Urban Village, activating a key corner and pedestrian access to the Hamilton Northshore, with the design of the building by renowned group, Plus Architecture.

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Render of the proposed&nbsp;Hamilton Northshore residential development, The Cullen Hamilton.&nbsp;Credit: Plus Architecture

Hamilton Northshore has been earmarked for the Brisbane Athletes&rsquo; Village for the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games, where the event is expected to host more than 16,000 athletes and officials during the Olympic Games and 8,000 during the Paralympic Games.

The Athletes&rsquo; Village location in the Northshore Hamilton area has accelerated the investment in growth, development and infrastructure within the area, progressing renewed planning to support the local investment and delivery.

The Cullen Hamilton will be crowned by two luxurious penthouses and feature a collection of 28 sub-penthouses, all with private lift access.

The penthouses will comprise four bedrooms plus a multi-purpose room and two bathrooms, while the sub-penthouses will offer three-bedrooms and two bathrooms plus a multi-purpose room.

The penthouses and sub-penthouses will also have exclusive access to a communal rooftop space, which features a library,&nbsp;kitchen and lounge for residents.

The Cullen Hamilton&rsquo;s lower levels will comprise a mix of 20 three-bedroom, two-bathroom apartments, ideal for owner occupiers or investors, plus a collection of 50 two-bedroom, two- bathroom apartments targeting investors.

The ground floor area of the project is set to add to the lifestyle amenity for residents through 500 sqm of retail and commercial spaces planned.

The Cullen Hamilton is the largest and most sophisticated development undertaken by Limitless in their, which is backed by a successful 23-year record of residential and commercial project delivery.

The company is currently undertaking the new Hotel Chermside on Brisbane&rsquo;s Northside, with the city&rsquo;s north a key area of focus for Limitless in recent times, where it has created an extensive portfolio of residential and commercial projects.

The Cullen Hamilton will be located in the core of the Hamilton Northshore Urban Village, activating a key corner and pedestrian access to the Hamilton Northshore, with the design of the building by renowned group, Plus Architecture.



Limitless to deliver Brisbane Northshore landmark, The Cullen Hamilton

The luxury Queensland and New South Wales apartment developer, Holm Developments, are set to build on&nbsp;the site of the former Brisbane Quarry.

The group engaged&nbsp;Plus Architecture to design the project at&nbsp;336 Kingsford Smith Drive in Hamilton. Just 16 apartments will be spread across several terraced stories.

Holm Developments Director,&nbsp;Godfrey Esmonde, said the suburb is one of the premier locations in Brisbane with River and city views.

&quot;There is a consistent market for luxury Hamilton homes and a number of good developers are doing off the plan homes in Hamilton,&quot;&nbsp;Esmonde said.

&quot;We believe that a market will also exist for the luxury apartment market and people will want the Hamilton location but maybe not the maintenance and upkeep of a luxury house,&quot;&nbsp;Esmonde said, adding that a large&nbsp;apartment with city and river views makes sense.

Overlooking the Brisbane River, Plus say the form and function are designed to capture and enhance the relationship between river, outdoor living, and luxury interiors.

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Render of the proposed apartments planned for the former Brisbane Quarry site. Credit: Plus Architecture

With the steeping nature of the Quarry site, the group designed the apartments across varying terraced levels, ranging from two to six storeys.

The horizontal lines of the slab edges and balustrade upturns create visual interest as the building steps up Quarry street and define the edge to open balconies, while external screens create intimacy between street, occupant views and solar control.

&ldquo;The building is the best of amenity, river views, suburban convenience and neighbourhood together in a timeless and elegant form,&rdquo; said Plus Architecture in their proposed plans.

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Render of the proposed apartments planned for the former Brisbane Quarry site. Credit: Plus Architecture

A mix of apartment configurations will be offered across the development, following an open-plan design that opens out to the neighbouring river.

One one-bedroom apartment will feature on the lower ground floor, along with three two-bedroom plus study apartments and two three-bedroom apartments.

The upper ground floor will home two additional two-bedroom apartments, with these offering two bathrooms instead of a study. Sharing the level are two four-bedroom apartments, which span 125 sqm, oriented toward the family owner-occupier.

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Render of the proposed apartments planned for the former Brisbane Quarry site. Credit: Plus Architecture

Three three-bedroom apartments, each covering 105 sqm will grace the first level of the building, while the remaining two levels will comprise two additional three-bedroom apartments, one on the second level and the other on the third, with a remaining four-bedroom apartment also on the second floor.

Esmonde expects a majority of buyers to come from the Hamilton and Ascot areas, with homeowners looking to downsize, along with interstate buyers from Sydney and Melbourne.&nbsp;

&quot;We are buoyed by the continual sale of high-end homes in the region and believe that the luxury market will continue to perform strongly.&quot;

It&#39;s the group&#39;s first time developing a multi-residential building in the Hamilton suburb,&nbsp;with works currently underway on a 14 townhouse project across the road in Ascot, called Ascot Row.&nbsp;

Holm are developing two other projects south of the border, with 47 units planned for Pama Casuarina and 14 units, dubbed Kai, slated for the Kingscliff beachfront.

The group engaged the experienced, Plus Architecture to design the project, with 16 boutique residences to be split across several terraced stories.



Holm Developments set for luxury Hamilton apartments on former Brisbane Quarry site

Construction has started on the Brisbane riverfront apartment building, Rivello, in Northshore Hamilton, which has seen over&nbsp;90 per cent of apartments sold for more than $133 million in just 10 weeks.

The sales rush has been led by owner-occupiers, including young professionals and downsizers, many of whom live within a 10-kilometre radius.

Interstate purchasers looking to relocate or invest in the Queensland have made up around 10 per cent of the sales.

More than 1,000 jobs will be created during construction of the $149 million, 21-storey building, which will home 150 apartments and a suite of resort-style amenities, including a roof-top infinity-edge pool with expansive views across the Brisbane River to the CBD.

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Developer Brookfield Residential Properties has appointed builder Tomkins Commercial and Industrial Builders - who have delivered more than 300 projects across the residential, commercial, industrial and education sectors - to construct the mixed-use development, with completion anticipated for late 2023.

Rivello is the latest stage of Brookfield&rsquo;s activities in the Northshore Hamilton Priority Development Area (PDA), situated six kilometres from the Brisbane CBD, and the ninth building by Brookfield Residential Properties in the Portside residential and lifestyle precinct.

Brookfield Residential Properties Managing Director, Lee Butterworth, said the outstanding sales result had seen construction start on Rivello several months ahead of schedule.

&ldquo;The response to Rivello has been exceptional, with sales including an ultra-opulent penthouse for more than $5.5 million, two sub-penthouses for more than $2.9 million each and the majority of our three bedroom apartments, which average $1.5 million,&rdquo; he said.

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&ldquo;Those sales are a vote of confidence from the top end of the market in Rivello and we&rsquo;ve seen an equal level of enthusiasm from purchasers across our one and two bedroom apartments, with only a handful of floorplans now remaining, with river, park or local views still on offer.

&ldquo;We are looking forward to moving into the next phase of Rivello, by bringing our vision to life. To be able to accelerate the start of construction is a fantastic result, not just for our purchasers but the 1,000 workers who will be employed in constructing this exciting project.&rdquo;

Butterworth said the start of work on Rivello was also a significant milestone for the broader Northshore Hamilton precinct, where Brookfield Residential Properties had been developing since 2006.

&ldquo;We&rsquo;ve been part of the major transformation of Northshore for over 15 years, delivering the Portside Wharf dining, shopping and entertainment precinct as well as more than 850 riverside apartments, and look forward to continuing to be part of the area&rsquo;s evolution for many years to come.&rdquo;

Economic Development Queensland General Manager Debbie McNamara said the project marks another milestone in Northshore&rsquo;s transformation.

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&ldquo;I am proud of Economic Development Queensland&rsquo;s continued investment in infrastructure to revitalise the Northshore Hamilton PDA, which paves the way for projects like Rivello,&rdquo; she said.

&ldquo;Rivello will be yet another reason for people to enjoy Northshore, which is home to Portside Wharf, Eat Street Northshore, Alcyone Hotel, and some of Brisbane&rsquo;s best riverfront living.&rdquo;

Butterworth said Northshore Hamilton continued to be in high demand due to its premium, riverfront location.

&ldquo;There are very few opportunities to purchase a new apartment on the Brisbane River, particularly within six kilometres of the Brisbane CBD, which makes Northshore a highly sought-after locale,&rdquo; he said.

&ldquo;Northshore is a popular lifestyle choice because of the extensive mix of dining, shopping and entertainment in the precinct and the ease of access via CityCat or road to an array of destinations. The feedback from buyers at Rivello is that these factors certainly underpinned their decision to secure an apartment.&rdquo;

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The sales rush has been led by owner-occupiers, including young professionals and downsizers, many of whom live within a 10-kilometre radius

Construction begins on Rivello, Brisbane apartments, as sales hit 90%

The upper-end of the Brisbane off the plan apartment market is continuing to go from strength to strength.

The latest success story comes from Hamilton, where Brookfield&nbsp;Residential Properties has already secured over $100 million in off the plan sales at is riverfront Rivello Hamilton apartment development.

Sales of the 150 apartments have just officially hit the market.

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It&#39;s been the higher end apartments in the $147 million, 21-level building designed by Cottee Parker Architects which have proved the most popular, with the penthouses among the first to sell.

Brookfield Residential Properties&rsquo; Managing Director, Lee Butterworth, said buyers had responded well to Rivello.

&ldquo;There is certainly significant demand for Brisbane property in the current market and buyers recognise Rivello represents a rare opportunity to purchase a new apartment in a building on the Brisbane River,&rdquo; he said.

&ldquo;We started receiving enquiries from the moment we secured development approval, and formally began taking registrations of interest late June, with buyers knocking on our door to know when they could officially secure their place in the project.

&ldquo;Buyers have predominately been local owner-occupiers from within a ten kilometre radius of Portside, who are familiar with this precinct and are looking to secure their place here, or to upgrade to a new apartment. Many have purchased with us at Portside previously.

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&ldquo;We have also experienced strong enquiry from interstate buyers, including owner-occupiers wanting to relocate to the Sunshine State and those who see the strong investment potential Queensland offers, with almost 10 per cent of sales to date to interstate purchasers.&rdquo;

Apartments at Rivello average a generous 120 sqm and feature high quality fittings and finishes, including premium appliances, a spacious open plan design and floor to ceiling glass to maximise views and natural light.

The final two sub-penthouses have up to 302 sqm of floor space, including&nbsp;kitchens with butler&rsquo;s pantries, a fireplace, and expansive outdoor entertaining spaces.

There&#39;s extensive&nbsp;resort-style resident amenity within the building, including an infinity-edge pool with views across the Brisbane River to the CBD, a private dining room with kitchen and bar for intimate gatherings, a residents&rsquo; lounge, wine cellar, business centre, outdoor gardens and barbeque areas.

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Butterworth said the exclusive facilities were complemented by the extensive range of lifestyle offerings at Portside.

&ldquo;While there are plenty of places for residents to relax and unwind, or host family and friends, within their apartment or the building, they are spoilt for choice with the range of sophisticated dining and retail, along with a cinema and supermarket, quite literally at the doorstep,&rdquo; he said.

&ldquo;If they want to go further afield, there&rsquo;s numerous modes of public transport, including the CityCat, major arterial roads and Brisbane Airport in easy reach.

&ldquo;Rivello&rsquo;s location truly is unparalleled when you consider its accessibility, absolute riverfront position and vibrant street level.&rdquo;

There&#39;s a mix of apartments available, ranging from one bedrooms to the final two sub-penthouses.

Two bedroom apartments in the &lsquo;Lifestyle Collection&rsquo; are priced from $605,000, two and three-bedroom apartments in the &lsquo;River Collection&rsquo; from $720,000 and the final sub-penthouses in the &lsquo;Penthouse Collection&rsquo; are priced from $2,070,000.

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Brookfield launch sales at Hamilton apartment development Rivello

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Around $8 million has been paid for a yet to be constructed Hamilton Hill home.

The home will be built by GRAYA on a 470 sqm block that cost $1.94 million earlier this year.

The 7 Prospect Terrace holding had been held for four decades by the prior owners.

Larc will be a six bedroom, six bathroom home with five car parking, plus its own gym, pool and cellar.

The design is by Joe Adsett Architects.

Matt Lanchashire at Ray White had the off the plan listing in conjunction with Josh &amp; Ruby Property's Josh Brown and Ruby Kiriyama-Brown.

Larc is located next door to Noir (below) that recently sold for just over $9.4 million to an expat as it was finished being built.

Noir was delivered by Zephyr Industries, spanning five storeys with 1,050 sqm of living space.

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The five bedroom, eight bathroom manse holds river and city views from every level.

Situated at 9 Prospect Terrace, Hamilton Hill, Ray White agent Matt Lancashire held the listing which was designed by The Artificial and built by Braydon Larkin.

The property is described in the marketing material as "rivalling prestige homes in the international market," from the eight-car basement to a private master level.

The brand new Hamilton Hill residence features, swimming pool, spa, gym, sauna, office &amp; cinema, a recreation level with bar, kitchenette &amp; BBQ, four external balconies and top of the line security measures including facial and fingerprint scanning.

Graya have another two iconic projects in the early stages on Hamilton Hill.

Graya managing director Rob Gray told The Courier Mail that buying a house off-the-plan and being able to customise the design was becoming increasingly popular among wealthy buyers.
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Around $8 million has been paid for a yet to be constructed Hamilton Hill home

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Off the plan luxury home sales popular with wealthy Brisbane buyers

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NOIR on Hamilton Hill has been sold to returning expat for a reputed $10 million
Delivered by Zephyr Industries, the trophy abode spans five storeys.
With 1,050 sqm of living space, the five bedroom, eight bathroom manse holds unobstructed river and city views from every level.
Situated at 9 Prospect Terrace, Hamilton Hill, Ray White agent Matt Lancashire held the listing which was designed by The Artificial and built by Braydon Larkin.
The property is described in the marketing material as "rivalling prestige homes in the international market," from the 8-car basement to a private master level.
The brand new Hamilton Hill residence features, swimming pool, spa, gym, sauna, office &amp; cinema, a recreation level with bar, kitchenette &amp; BBQ, four external balconies and top of the line security measures including facial and fingerprint scanning.
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Noir, Prospect Terrace, Hamilton sells to expat for reputed $10 million

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Justin Wood and Susan Chenoweth are selling their home in Brisbane's Hamilton that has an in-built concrete skate bowl.
The six bedroom comes comes with a heated pool.
The massive concrete skate bowl is in the living room of the three-level Queenslander.
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It was formerly owned by a man who founded many of the Brisbane’s skate parks.
The property at 32 Joint Street is listed through Drew Davies of Place Estate Agents.
It last sold seven years ago by Robert Lewers, the founder of Concrete Skate Parks, which explains the unusual skate bowl.
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Hamilton, Brisbane skate bowl house for auction

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Hamilton's Newnham has been relisted for sale.
The agents are seeking offers above $3.8 million. 
The four-bedroom, three-bathroom grand-old dame of a home at 60 Riverview Terrace was constructed in the early 1900s.
It sits on 1026 square metres.
It was built in 1901 by department store owner William Overell.
In the late 1920s, the front verandas were closed in and arches and Taj Mahal inspired domes were added.
The property had previously been for sale for a year with a price guide in the mid-$3 million range.
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Hamilton's Newnham relisted with $3.8 million plus hopes

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An overseas based investor has paid $5.4 million to secure a Northshore development site.
It comes with an extensive holding income.
The 15 Curtin Avenue West premises were sold by Shaw Harrison, Robert Dunne and Will Carman of Savills.
Harrison said the campaign attracted 128 interested parties resulting in 11 offers. 
“We had particular interest with a number of groups that are prepared to land bank and prepare themselves for the next cycle.
"Core located sites with holding income, make this decision much easier."
Harrison added that traditionally an industrial location, Northshore Hamilton is currently being transformed and revitalised into one of Brisbane’s best in class mixed use precincts.
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Executive Commercial Sales Will Carman who introduced the buyer said that the international investor was drawn to the property because of the impressive development upside potential. 
“With an existing overlay for up to eight levels of development which would include residential, retail and commercial space it was an opportunity they weren’t prepared to miss,
“The buyer was in town for the week and was keen to transact before they flew home which resulted in us achieving a cash unconditional offer which was a great outcome,” Mr Carman said. 
The 4,641sq m site has strong holding income of $208,955 per annum.
It is currently surrounded by other major development projects which include Frasers Property, Shayher Group, and Multiplex and Brookfield Properties.  
The property is currently leased with an industrial land lease in place and also benefits from additional income from a telecommunications tower situated at the rear of the site.
Carman said the buyer has no immediate plans for the property, but have significant plans in the long term. 
The Northshore Hamilton area has witnessed a significant transformation in recent years, taking the precinct from an industrial hub to a community set to house over 15,000 people.  
The precinct is experiencing rapid growth with the inclusion of McDonalds, Woolworths and Eat Street.
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