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 52-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 52-storey tower, which has just shy of 250 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

Repeat buyers are one of the strongest measures of confidence in any apartment development.

At <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/era-newcastle-west-124-126-bull-street-newcastle-west-nsw-2302">ERA</a> in Newcastle West, some purchasers are returning to <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/gwh">GWH</a> after living at the developer's One Apartments. Their decision to purchase again was driven by the quality of life they found after moving into their first GWH home.

Keith Wilton had spent years living in a house in East Maitland before deciding it was time for a change. Apartment living had always been on his radar, but he was selective about what he wanted.

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"I had some boxes I wanted to tick," he says.

Keith points to the open-plan design, generous outdoor areas and considered inclusions as key reasons One Apartments worked for him.

“One of those things was a nice indoor open plan area, but also I wanted a nice outdoor open area that I could entertain on in summer or Christmases or birthdays,” he says.

He also found value in the smaller details, from integrated appliances to shared resident spaces including the pool, cinema and rooftop areas.

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After comparing several developments, he chose One Apartments because of GWH's longstanding local reputation and his own experience working with the developer on a commercial project more than a decade earlier.

"I knew that they were local, that the quality of the build was going to be up there. I'd looked at other apartment complexes around and close by, and I just knew that here was a better decision location wise."

Today, Keith says the move has completely changed how he experiences Newcastle.

"I enjoy living in this location because it's more of a lifestyle change. That Newcastle city living where you can walk to restaurants and bars and even beaches and parks and even shopping across the road."

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Beyond the location, he says it's the sense of community that has surprised him most.

"Everyone loves living here because they chose to live here, but everyone looks out for each other. It's a real great community feel here."

For Aimee and Lyle Goodman, the journey started almost by chance.

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The couple happened to be having coffee in Newcastle when they noticed the site where One Apartments was about to begin construction.

"We were aware GWH was planning a development," Aimee says. "We made one phone call and things moved pretty quickly after that."

As busy business owners, they initially thought apartment living would simply reduce the maintenance that came with larger homes. Instead, it fundamentally changed how they spent time together.

"We actually catch up more as a family now," Aimee says.

"We've had homes with big yards and lots of space, but everyone ended up in different rooms. Here we'll have dinner together, the kids can play, and we spend far more quality time together."

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Lyle says their confidence came from GWH's reputation within Newcastle's building industry.

"I know people who've worked across different apartment projects, and whenever GWH came up the feedback was always the same. They're rock solid. They're quality."

That confidence only grew throughout the buying process.

"One of the things that really impressed us with GWH was the whole process, was the communication," Lyle says. "It was consistent, it was regular, there was no problem if we had some weird questions, there was no problems in getting answers."

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Aimee says one moment stood out.

"The project actually finished on time. We realised we needed to hurry up and sell our house because everything was happening exactly when they said it would."

The positive experience at One Apartments ultimately gave all three buyers the confidence to purchase again with GWH, this time at ERA.

Their confidence reflects what many buyers are seeking in today's apartment market. Location remains important, but so too does certainty around delivery, quality and long-term liveability.

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ERA builds on those foundations with 280 one, two and three-bedroom apartments across two landmark towers in <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/newcastle-west-nsw-2302">Newcastle West</a>.&nbsp;

Designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/fk-australia">Fender Katsalidis</a>, the project will include more than 2,000 square metres of resident amenities, including a resort-style pool, gym, sauna, private cinema and rooftop entertaining spaces overlooking the harbour and coastline.&nbsp;

The development is also within walking distance of the Newcastle Interchange, Honeysuckle, Darby Street, the harbour foreshore, restaurants, retail and the city’s beaches, continuing the walkable lifestyle that existing GWH buyers say has transformed how they live.

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For Keith, the appeal remains straightforward.

"You feel at home even before you've moved into your home."

For Aimee, the change is measured in time.

“I just felt like I had more time,” she says.

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Construction at ERA is now underway, with more than half of the residences already sold and limited two and three-bedroom apartments remaining in the East Tower release. Priced from $980,000 for two-bedroom residences and $1.46 million for three-bedroom residences, buyers can secure an apartment with a 10 per cent deposit, with premium homes offering ocean views from Level 8 and harbour views from Level 10.

ERA is also backed by Resilience Insurance's 10-year Latent Defects Insurance policy, providing protection against structural or waterproofing defects for 10 years after completion. The project is anticipated to be completed in early 2028.

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From ONE to ERA: Why buyers are choosing GWH again in Newcastle West

Main Beach

The Masthead Ocean Club is set to redefine coastal living in Australia in a&nbsp;creative collaboration between industry leaders formed to deliver an exclusive lifestyle proposition, global in scale and ambition.

Designed by an internationally-renowned team, the Masthead Ocean Club is expected to appeal to the most discerning buyers, with a collection of only 28 whole floor apartments available. These will include a quad-level super penthouse, two dual level sky homes, five sky residences, and 20 further residences, all offering sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean, Broadwater, and Hinterland.

Each whole floor apartment will provide 317 sqm of living space, with picturesque views from every room, private direct and secure lift access, double garaging, luxury interior design, and state-of-the-art technology.&nbsp;

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Rory O’Brien, one of the developers of the project, said the creative skills of BDA Architects harnessed with Banda Design London and Melbourne's Mim Design have produced a balance of quality, subtlety, and design excellence.

“The results are world-class and truly spectacular; it has to be seen to be believed,” O’Brien said.

Principal of Mim Design, Miriam (Mim) Fanning and Edo Mapelli Mozzi of UK-based Banda Design Studio, who both possess a longstanding working relationship with O’Brien, were invited to design Masthead’s luxury apartments and shared amenities, which includes the private residents ‘Ocean Club’.

Mim Design has planned each single-level apartment to maximise view corridors of sunrise views over the pacific and sunset views across the hinterland.

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When asked about developing a signature language for Masthead’s apartments, design associate of Mim Design Stephen Tieppo said they were inspired by the nearby Southport Yacht Club and superyacht marina, evoking imagery of smooth, streamlined forms, billowing sails and seamless detailing.

“Each detail was carefully considered and customised, similar to the curated design of a luxury yacht,” Tieppo said.&nbsp;

BDA Architecture – who designed the tower’s exterior – have also referenced the luxury yachts dotted along Main Beach to create a one-of-a-kind building unrivalled on the Gold Coast.

A highly articulated facade of white concrete forms and subtly curved blade walls creates a linear expression, with a well-proportioned podium lifting the mass of the building from the ground plane.

Mim Design folded the architecture’s fluted wall panelling and honed crazy paving into the entry lobby, creating an internal courtyard of sorts contrasted by a striking, double-height wall of ocean-green marble.

Banda Design Studio, which are designing Masthead Ocean Club’s five sky residences, two sky homes and one super penthouse, have also ensured the design was relevant to its surroundings, with Head of Banda, Edo Mapelli Mozzi saying context is everything.&nbsp;

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“It’s not just the culture of the Gold Coast but the uniqueness of the surroundings that had a huge influence on our design," Mozzi said.&nbsp;

“The East/West axis of the building gives views over the sea, city, hinterland and estuary – four very different topographies – so more than ever the design needed to be relevant to the surroundings.”

Banda designed the kitchen island with a bold, fluidly veined, green sequoia Verde marble that speaks as one with the hinterland and the sea views beyond, whilst the rest of the kitchen is very understated and pared back with travertine and plaster so as not to jostle for supremacy with the views.

The colour palette of the powder room is an unexpected addition to the design that pays homage to the red tones of central Australia. The vanity unit is clad in travertine rossa with a plaster tadelakt in deep burgundy.

“It’s fun and playful, and totally unexpected,” Mozzi added.&nbsp;

Masthead has all approvals in place and construction is anticipated to commence in the coming months with completion scheduled for 2025.

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Masthead has all approvals in place and construction is anticipated to commence in the coming months with completion scheduled for 2025

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World class team combine to design $250m Masthead Ocean Club

The recently released $250 million Masthead Ocean Club on the Gold Coast's Main Beach has been developed to target the premium downsizer.

With locals making up the biggest share of the Gold Coast’s downsizer market in recent years, developers Banda and Rory O'Brien&nbsp;have sought to capture those wanting to live the Main Beach lifestyle.

Sydney-based project marketing agency Highland are handling the sales of Masthead.&nbsp;Highland CEO David Highland said Gold Coasters are taking the lead when it comes to scaling back to focus on lifestyle.&nbsp;

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“We’re increasingly seeing buyers selling up large family homes they have owned for years on the Gold Coast and looking to replace them with a large, luxury, low-maintenance apartment that is much closer to lifestyle conveniences and amenities,” Highland said.

“Masthead Ocean Club is clearly a game-changer when it comes to meeting the demands of these buyers. This is a premium development that offers all, if not more, of the amenities and facilities they have in their current home, far exceeding those in any other building every built to date or planned on the Gold Coast.”

Located in a prime position, Masthead Ocean Club sits just a stone’s throw from Main Beach’s premier destinations such as waterways parklands, beaches, and coastline, ticking all the lifestyle aspect boxes for a downsizer.

“Northern Main Beach, where Masthead is positioned, is a quite enclave and perfect for downsizers who want access to everything but don’t want to be in the centre of the fast paced, hustle and bustle of Gold Coast living,” Highland added.

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With all this at their doorstep, Masthead Ocean Club leverages its location to offer a seven-star resort experience and ultra-luxe amenities within the development itself.

“Downsizers still want a pool, gym, wine storage and the views they currently have and don’t want to compromise on space. Masthead has all of this,” he said.

“When they’re home, downsizers still like to entertain or accommodate family, so they require multiple living zones and multi-purpose spaces which has all been thoughtfully introduced into every residence at Masthead.

“They may need a home office as they may still be involved in business. Masthead has a versatile multi-purpose room perfect for a study, home office or additional living space."

Privacy and security are also an important factor to downsizers as well as the number of apartments within the building.

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Masthead only has 28 apartments, one per floor with no horizontal neighbours.

Highland says downsizers want to be surrounded by like-minded people.

“Masthead residents will have the opportunity to mingle and attend social events together through the partner affiliates associated with the building.”

Masthead will see the delivery of an in-house residents’ only club to be known as ‘The Ocean Club’.

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With membership only accessible via a Masthead apartment purchase, the Ocean Club&nbsp;spans two full floors, some 650 sqm, and will feature a sophisticated wine and champagne lounge, whiskey and cigar room, private dining space, coffee bar, sky high library and business meeting areas, all with&nbsp;panoramic ocean, coastal and Hinterland views.

Residents will also have 24/7 access to a health and wellness club with a wet edge pool, spa, steam room and sauna, as well as a state-of- the-art gym and yoga and pilates studios.

Developer Rory O'Brien said no other project in Australia offers residents such extensive private and secure luxury facilities, shared amongst so few people.

“Masthead Ocean Club’s facilities will re-shape the way residents experience their new beachside home and lifestyle,” O'Brien said.

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Members will also receive additional benefits from luxury brands including Chairman’s Club membership to Levantine Hill Winery in The Yarra Valley, participation in Newgate’s 2023 racing syndicate, which will also include attendance at select race days in Newgate’s own suite at Randwick Racecourse, and a complimentary new BMW electric car.

“Masthead has certainly been designed to offer a unique lifestyle that is enriched by a sophisticated design, amenities, and social engagement in one of the best locations on the Gold Coast,” Highland said.&nbsp;

“It is truly one of a kind.”

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The upside to downsizing at Masthead Ocean Club

The Marina Mirage, the longtime hub of popular Gold Coast beachside suburb Main Beach, is set for a $500 million redevelopment by its owner, South Australian shopping centre tycoon Con Makris.

Makris, who has owned the Marina Mirage at&nbsp;74 SeaWorld Drive, Main Beach, since 2013, has filed plans for a full redevelopment which will turn it into a world-class destination for both Australian and international tourism.

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There's a limited opportunity to buy into the exclusive project which fronts SeaWorld Drive, Palazzo Versace, Mariners Cove and Broadwater.

As well as an extensive retail and dining precinct and a 110-room hotel, which will come with all the trimmings expected of a high-end hotel, on offer will be 44 apartments and 46 villas.&nbsp;

There will be just four four-bedroom offerings, 56 three-bed residences, and 32 two-beds.The villas will be spread across four buildings, either side of the central pool, and the two residential buildings pointing toward the hotel block.

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Extensive amenity is spread across a number of areas. A ground floor pool will dissect the whole development. A further three swimming pools are planned, across three different rooftops, one of which (crowning the hotel) will have a bar and a seating lounge.

Melbourne architect Elenberg Fraser has handled the design of the seven-building project, with each structure having a height limit of 15 metres, or three levels.

The architecture firm, who have designed Vitale's mixed-use project The Mondrian in Burleigh Heads, will be keeping the iconic Marina Mirage sails. They will be reintroduced as part of the development at the same height as they currently are. They've been the entry point to Main Beach since the Marina Mirage opened in 1998.

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The buyer profile of the apartments and villas has also been highlighted in the documentation submitted to the Gold Coast City Council.

Makris expects the project to suit retirees, independent and affluent buyers, well established couples, and families.

They will enjoy beach leisure, fine dining, museums and galleries, and cultural exploration.

The report even goes as far as what they desire. Health and well being, quality family time, reduced maintenance, and ownership and freedom are the key desires of the future buyers.

Elenberg Fraser wanted to bring a level of coastal ecology to the project.

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"Historically, the relationship between people, plants and animals has been one of dependence and happy coexistence," the report by Elenberg Fraser noted.

"However, since colonisation people have become increasingly isolated from both plants and animals in their natural habitat. Instead of vegetated landscapes teeming with life, animals and plants have been pushed out of the hard urban environment of our cities."

They say Marina Mirage will reconstruct this ecosystem.

I"t will be a cohesive, wholistic environment, where people live in the landscape with animals, forming relationships with place.

"This re-wilded site will be heavily planted with native species, allowing native animals to return home, co-existing harmoniously with people."

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Outdoor spaces were also a key element in the design process of both the apartments and the wider project.

"With more than 300 ‘comfortable’ days in Gold Coasts subtropical climate, outdoor spaces are critical in making the most out of our environment.

"Green spaces, balconies, terraces, laneways and water areas provide a seamless transition from indoor to outdoor, public and private and generate a greater thermal environment.

"The consideration to city rooms encourages occupation with public congregation spaces that have access to natural air and subtropical vegetation. Balconies laneways and terraces allow for indoor and outdoor spaces to be protected by natural elements; sun, wind and rain, and transforms the areas by creating private and public spaces.

"Outdoor spaces are especially relevant in ensuring the typology is activated and engaged by the city and its occupants. It encourages outdoor spaces within the building to create habitable green and elevated areas for entertainment."

Fast facts about the Marine Mirage redevelopment

<ul>
	<li>2,421 sqm of retail</li>
	<li>6,591 sqm of resort area</li>
	<li>10,852 sqm of villa area</li>
	<li>7,397 sqm of residential area</li>
	<li>4,695 sqm of landscaping</li>
	<li>110 resort rooms</li>
	<li>44 apartments</li>
	<li>46 villas</li>
	<li>381 carparks</li>
</ul>

Makris expects the project to suit retirees, independent and affluent buyers, well established couples, and families

Inside look: Residential opportunity at new $500 million Marina Mirage, Main Beach redevelopment

With limited land available in popular suburbs in southeast Queensland, skinny apartment towers have become a popular choice for developers seeking to make the most of small sites.

International architecture firm, Plus Architecture, has designed six slender towers in some of the Gold Coast's most desirable areas, with the projects set to be built within the next five years, demonstrating a new wave of high-rise design that optimises limited land to create luxurious living experiences.

According to Plus Architecture Principal, Chrisney Formosa, the slender tower concept is well-suited to luxury multi-residential projects. The design allows for full floor or two-story apartments with 360-degree views, providing residents with the benefits of a standalone house, plus more.

“Very small sites present an opportunity for unique architectural solutions as they require an individualised design approach. In the high-end property market, being able to deliver a boutique design that is highly customised to the site is what helps a project truly stand out,” Formosa said.

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“Beyond that, skinny towers also easily allow for full floor or two-story apartments with 360-degree views, making them a prime solution for luxury multi-residential coastal living – offering all the benefits of a standalone house and more.”

When it comes to boutique apartment tower design, we need to think out of the ordinary, Formosa said.

“That means exploring doing things differently – reimagining how we can use those smaller sites to their best potential to ensure they become a valuable addition to the urban streetscape. La Mer is a great example of this.”

The boutique apartment tower at La Mer, a joint venture between Polites Property Group and QNY Group in Main Beach, is a prime example of the skinny tower trend.

The boutique apartment tower is located in arguably one of the Gold Coast’s most iconic locations: Main Beach, a small enclave of properties in an exclusive reserve surrounded by water.

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Redesigned by Plus Architecture, La Mer features 20 apartments, including one of the largest penthouses in Main Beach, each oriented to capture ocean views.

“Unique to La Mer is that half the tower comprises double-storey, fully customisable sub penthouses, a boutique approach made possible by the slender design. More of a ‘sky home’ and less of an apartment, these vertical residences are elevated far above the typical apartment living experience.”

At Nineteen First Avenue, a 38-story development of 35 apartments in the beachside precinct of Broadbeach, every aspect of the architecture has been designed to deliver luxury.

The pinched-in tower shape maximises views and light, while the overlapping rippled forms, inspired by the interaction of water, wind, and sand, deliver a dynamic and graceful design.

A design palette of soft textures, vertical aluminium screening, textured concrete, and a verdant landscaped ground floor entry combine to deliver a luxurious residential experience.

When it comes to boutique apartment tower design, we need to think out of the ordinary, Plus Architecture Principal, Chrisney Formosa says

Why Queensland’s skinny tower trend is redefining luxury apartment design

One of the most prestigious residential apartment projects to hit the shores of Australia has officially launched to market.&nbsp;

The $250 million Masthead Ocean Club has already been inundated with inquiry,&nbsp;developed in a joint venture by the highly-credentialed Australian businessman, Rory O'Brien and UK-based Banda, which is a world leading interior design studio and development business, founded by the husband of Princess Beatrice, Edo Mapelli Mozzi.

Edo Mapelli Mozzi founded Banda in 2007 and has grown the company from niche London developer into burgeoning global design practice, known for crafting environments which are both intrinsically beautiful and functional.

“This project forms part of Banda’s evolution and global expansion journey. We currently have projects underway in London, New York, Doha, San Salvador, Alps, and all over Europe,” said Mozzi.

“We had been looking for the right opportunity to bring us to Australia and Masthead is absolutely the project we’ve been waiting for.”

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28 whole-floor apartments are on offer in the project, including one penthouse, two sub penthouses and five Sky Homes, which have been exclusively designed by Banda, with the further 20 residences, which capture sweeping and protected views of the Pacific Ocean, Broadwater and Hinterland, designed by Australian-based group, Mim Design.

Each whole floor apartment in Masthead Ocean Club will provide 317 sqm of luxury living, picturesque views from every room, private direct and secure lift access, double garaging, outstanding interior design, and state-of-the-art technology.&nbsp;

The two ultra-deluxe sub penthouses crown the development, spanning a massive 634 sqm each, topped by the grand penthouse, which flaunts over 1000 sqm of living, including its own pool, gym, golf putting green and more.&nbsp;

BDA Architects have also been appointed as architects on the project, with O'Brien saying they have all worked merticulously as a team to create a truly spectacular development that promises a 7-star resort experience and ultra-luxe amenities.&nbsp;

“I am truly delighted to be working alongside Edo to launch this unprecedented product to the Gold Coast residential market, the likes of which has never been seen before in Australia," O'Brien said.&nbsp;

The development will be set in a prime position, adjacent to the beachfront at the highly coveted northern end of Main Beach, dubbed the ‘Golden Triangle’ for its proximity to premier lifestyle destinations.

The Southport Yacht Club and Superyacht Marina, Main Beach Surf Club, and Spit parklands each sit within a stone’s throw of the development, as well as Marina Mirage and the latest dining and entertainment precincts currently in the pipeline.

Masthead will also see the delivery of one of the world’s most elite in-house residents’ only clubs providing an ultra-luxe comprehensive amenities range, to be known as ‘The Ocean Club’.

With membership only accessible via a Masthead apartment purchase, the “Ocean Club” will encompass premium in-home facilities including a sophisticated wine and champagne lounge, whiskey and cigar room, private dining space, coffee bar, sky high library, and business meeting areas – all with panoramic ocean, coastal, and Hinterland views.

Members will also receive additional benefits from distinguished luxury brands including Chairman’s Club membership to Levantine Hill Winery in The Yarra Valley, participation in Newgate’s 2023 racing syndicate, which will also include attendance at select race days in Newgate’s own suite at Randwick Racecourse, and a complimentary new gleaming BMW electric car.

Residents will have 24/7 access to a health and wellness club where they can rejuvenate in a wet edge pool, spa, steam room, and sauna, while fitness enthusiasts can relish in a state-of- the-art world class gym and unwind in yoga and Pilates studios.

“No other project in Australia offers residents such extensive private and secure luxury facilities but shared amongst so few people - in our case just 28 owners. This is true prestige,” O’Brien added.&nbsp;

Highland, a full-service real estate company with more than 40 projects currently in market along the eastern seaboard from southern Sydney to the Gold Coast, has been appointed as the exclusive selling agent for Masthead Ocean Club, with CEO David Highland saying Masthead is the most exclusive residential offering available in Australia.&nbsp;

“In my view, members of Masthead Ocean Club will receive premium living, spectacular picturesque coastal views, state-of-the-art amenities, exclusive club membership, and real value for money," said Highland

“A purchase in Masthead which includes 650 sqm of Ocean Club, is like getting two apartments for the price of one."

“Never again will a product of this calibre be delivered to the Gold Coast. Masthead Ocean Club will offer buyers something very special and unique.”

Masthead has all approvals in place and construction is anticipated to commence in the coming months with completion scheduled for 2024.

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The development will be set in a prime position, adjacent to the beachfront at the highly coveted northern end of Main Beach, dubbed the ‘Golden Triangle’ for its proximity to premier lifestyle destinations.

$250 million Masthead Ocean Club officially launches to market 

After securing $120 million in sales, Drew Group has teamed up with Hutchinson Builders and global investors to commence construction on the company’s Lagoon Main Beach project.

The partnership brings on board YieldStack, which manages the international funding of global investors and Australia’s largest privately owned builder, to deliver the $395 million twin-tower project which is earmarked for a near 4,000 sqm site at 11-23 Cronin Avenue in the heart of Main Beach.

Hutchinson Builders, a diverse construction company with a comprehensive portfolio of residential and commercial projects, brings to Lagoon Main Beach more than 110 years of construction experience and a completed workbook totalling more than $35 billion.

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Hutchinson's has an unparalleled industry reputation for project delivery with a strong balance sheet of more than $388 million, which Chairman Scott Hutchinson says underpins the group’s performance.&nbsp;

“We currently have an extensive workbook of projects on the Gold Coast, and we are delighted to be working closely with Drew Group to bring a development of this calibre to Main Beach,” Hutchinson said.&nbsp;

Lagoon Main Beach will comprise of two buildings - the Sunrise Tower and Sunset Tower - each positioned to capture sweeping views across the length of the Broadwater and the Hinterland, as well as aspects to the Pacific Ocean, from Stradbroke Island to Coolangatta.

The Sunrise Tower will offer a combination of two and three-bedroom apartments and Drew Group’s Signature Collection residences across 31 levels, whereas the Sunset Tower will rise 24 levels and feature 116 apartments comprising of one, two and three-bedroom configurations.

Lagoon will offer generously sized apartments and a swathe of high-end amenities designed to complement the coastal lifestyle planned, located just 50 metres from the famed Tedder Avenue dining and entertainment precinct while also being just 150 metres to the beach.

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A secluded lagoon pool oasis with private cabanas will find a place within the development, along with indoor and outdoor lounges, a fitness centre, yoga deck, a heated spa, surfboard and wet item storage and a business hub.&nbsp;

Lagoon Main Beach is being marketed by Jayde Pezet and Todd Matheson of Pezet Matheson who have overseen the $120 million worth of sales so far.&nbsp;

“We’ve seen incredibly strong traction from interstate and local buyers who appreciate the high quality of Lagoon Main Beach and the fundamental appeal to the area. The fact that Lagoon Main Beach is fully funded and poised for construction commencement in January 2023, is very appealing to purchasers and provides them with complete certainty,” Pezet said.&nbsp;

Established in 1982, the Main Beach-based Drew Group is a family-owned property developer with Managing Director, Jon Drew saying he was excited to bring Lagoon Main Beach to fruition with the support of YieldStack and Hutchinson Builders.

“Hutchinson has an enviable reputation as a builder with a quality of standards that gives our buyers confidence to commit to the project off the plan,” said Drew.

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“The preliminary market response to Lagoon Main Beach and the pivotal partnerships we have now forged have positioned us to begin construction, with the demolition of the site complete and building to commence immediately.”

“With the financial backing of YieldStack, we now have a world-class team to deliver our vision for this wonderful site.”

Yield Stack’s Investment Director, Neil Kumar said they see Lagoon Main Beach as a significant opportunity on the Gold Coast, with the market only continuing to be well supported by strong fundamentals.&nbsp;

“Our partnership with Drew Group on this project is founded on the company’s excellent track record of premium developments within the Gold Coast market,” said Kumar.

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Established in 1982, the Main Beach-based Drew Group is a family-owned property developer with Managing Director, Jon Drew saying he was excited to bring Lagoon Main Beach to fruition with the support of YieldStack and Hutchinson Builders.

Hutchinson Builders appointed to construct $395 million Lagoon, Main Beach apartments

Since the onset of COVID-19, there's simply not been enough apartment stock on the Gold Coast.

The Coast was well placed in the lead up to 2019, but an influx of demand, both locally and interstate when COVID-19 grabbed hold of the local market in mid-2019, demand has heavily outstripped supply.

The lack of stock has seen a new trend emerge. Established stock has been commanding similar prices to off the plan stock. It's a trend that&nbsp;Evan Raptis, the joint managing director of longtime Gold Coast developer Raptis, believes won't change for the next three to five years.

"We’ve never seen the gap close like this on the Gold Coast before," Raptis says.

"The trend has come about because there's not enough finished stock coming to market between Coolangatta and Hope Island.

"Southerners who have relocated to the Gold Coast post-COVID have had to look to resales to get into the market, and that’s pushed up the price of established stock."

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Two-bed apartments under 100 sqm have been selling in some of Broadbeach's better towers for $1.2 million, which Raptis says is&nbsp;comparable to what developers are taking deposits on for planned and under construction projects.

Broadbeach is where Raptis will be turning their focus to next, while they complete Pearl at Main Beach.

In early 2023 they'll be launching The Sterling at 6-8 George Avenue. Raptis has just gone back to the drawing board however to amend the application, with the aim of wanting to meet market demand earlier than they previously forecasted. The tower has been&nbsp;designed by the prominent architect Koichi Takada, who only has a handful of Gold Coast developments to his name.

Raptis says Broadbeach has&nbsp;evolved heavily since 2007, when he followed in the footsteps of his father Jim, co-founding developer Emandar Group alongside Aniko Group's George Mastrocostas.

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"Broadbeach has seen a lot of regeneration with Star Entertainment Group’s opening of The Dorsett hotel and the light rail now allowing people to travel to Surfers Paradise and Southport via the light rail network, as well as south. The new Langham Hotel has opened up as well which will bring more global travellers to the suburb."

Raptis are currently developing Pearl in Main Beach, and have sold 80 per cent of the two and three-bedroom apartments.

Apartments have been snapped up largely by owner-occupiers, both locals who are looking to downsize from their family home, and interstate couples who are pre-retirement age.

Two sub-penthouses have sold, and Raptis will be releasing more to the booming penthouse market soon.

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Raptis has now reached level 17 of construction of the 29-level building at 3550-3552 Main Beach Parade.

Raptis says Main Beach will feel like Australia's own version of Monaco, with the future $480 million redevelopment of Mariners Cove which will include a new superyacht marina and a Ritz-Carlton hotel.

Despite the country working its way back to normal in the post pandemic world, Raptis says there's still strong&nbsp;interest in the Gold Coast lifestyle and the desire for new premium apartments with premium amenities in desirable locations.

Raptis has considerable faith in the Gold Coast market, suggesting the city is&nbsp;in a better position to manage national price moderations than it has been in previous cycles.

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"The city’s economy has matured significantly with investment in health and knowledge, film and creative industries, sports and digital industries," Raptis notes.

"The Work from Home movement has enabled professionals to hold national roles and still live on the Gold Coast. You can even have a role in a global team with the international terminal at Coolangatta Airport opening recently."

Raptis says the 2032 Olympics and Paralympics will further promote the Gold Coast lifestyle, with considerable planned infrastructure to transform the wider South East Queensland location.

"The coastal strip will be beamed around-the-world and we’ll see a new wave of global hotel brands wanting to establish themselves here."

Broadbeach is where Raptis will be turning their focus to next, while they complete Pearl at Main Beach.

Why the Gold Coast apartment market is better placed than ever before: Five minutes with Evan Raptis

Property group Highland has been appointed as exclusive selling agents for one of the most prestigious luxury apartment projects to hit Australia.

Highland will take on selling the residences in the $250 million Masthead Ocean Club at Main Beach, the project a product of joint venture partners Rory O’Brien, a highly credentialed Australian businessman and UK-based Banda, the leading global interior design studio and development business founded by Edo Mapelli Mozzi.

Masthead Ocean Club will deliver a collection of 28 full-floor boutique-style apartments including five Sky Residences, two dual level sky homes and a sprawling super penthouse in a design that offers residents a seven-star resort experience and ultra-luxe amenities.

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With more than 40 projects currently in market along the eastern seaboard from southern Sydney to the Gold Coast, the appointment of Highland to Masthead follows the group’s success at the nearby Coast development in Surfers Paradise where pre-sales have topped 80 per cent.&nbsp;

Highland Director, David Highland said they were thrilled to be a part of arguably one of the country's most exclusive projects to date.&nbsp;

“Masthead Ocean Club will offer residents the pinnacle of a premium lifestyle that will appeal to local, interstate and international buyers,” Highland said.

Designed by Queensland firm BDA Architecture, with interiors crafted by Banda Design Studio and MIM Design, Masthead Ocean Club will set a new benchmark for Gold Coast residential lifestyle.

The ultra-luxe sky homes will offer 634 sqm of living space each, while the penthouse will span 1,000 sqm with its own pool, gym and golf putting green. A private owner's study will be located in the ‘crow’s nest’ at the very peak of Masthead Ocean Club.

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Designed for the most discerning buyers, each residence will capture sweeping, protected views of the Pacific Ocean, Broadwater and Hinterland.&nbsp;

Residents will have access to four levels of ocean club amenities including a wellness zone, hot and cold pools, whiskey and champagne bars, wine storage, tasting area, library, fully equipped chef’s kitchen and indoor and outdoor lounge areas.

Positioned at the very northern end of Main Beach, Masthead Ocean Club will also offer convenient access to the Southport Yacht Club, Southport Broadwater, nearby beaches, the Southport Surf Lifesaving Club and the renowned Tedder Avenue shopping and dining village.

Construction of Masthead Ocean Club is expected to begin in 2023 with completion scheduled for 2025.

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Designed by Queensland firm BDA Architecture, with interiors crafted by Banda Design Studio and MIM Design, Masthead Ocean Club will set a new benchmark for Gold Coast residential lifestyle.

Highland appointed exclusive selling agent for ultra-luxe Gold Coast project, Masthead Ocean Club

The beachfront Main Beach Parade strip is set for a new high-end apartment tower.

Gold Coast businessman and hotelier&nbsp;Bruce Donnachy has been given the green light by the Gold Coast City Council for a 20-level, 16-apartment tower at 3571 Main Beach Parade.

The plans were scaled back a tad from what was proposed nearly 12 months ago. Initially Donnachy sought 24 apartments across 20 levels. Now they're all full-floor apartments.

Donnachy had amalgamated two sites to create nearly 900 sqm on the prized beachfront side of Main Beach Parade. 
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Local architecture firm BDA were tasked with creating a coastal, luxury residential building that provides a five-star resort feel, with a range of large, sizeable apartments.

“The timeless architecture will set a new benchmark in the Main Beach Precinct,” BDA said in their submission to the Gold Coast City Council.

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“The architecture of the proposed luxury residential development is composed of simple curved and linear forms, white concrete spandrels, a textured and timeless material palette of travertine stone and timber screening, creating a rich and layered coastal effect.”

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“A series of planters on the facade add a layering and softening of the built form, reinforcing the importance of sub-tropical design.”

The project offers a mix of apartment types. The majority of apartments have three bedrooms. There's two-level penthouses, and a two-storey beach house.

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“The mix of high-end liveable apartment types provided will provide a five-star level of housing that is lacking in the Main Beach precinct," BDA added.

The communal recreation facilities containing gym, multipurpose room, pool, pool-deck and barbecue area are located at Level 10, allowing an opportunity for a building break and greenery to the facade.

Donnachy had amalgamated two sites to create nearly 900 sqm on the prized beachfront side of Main Beach Parade.


New "five-star level" Main Beach Parade apartment tower approved

A member of the British Royal Family is behind a joint venture of one of the most luxurious projects to hit the Gold Coast.

The London-based Banda, headed by developer Edo Mapeli Mozzi, the husband of Princess Beatrice, who is the niece of King Charles III, has teamed up with the Sydney developer Rory O'Brien to deliver Masthead Ocean Club, a luxury tower in Main Beach.

The $250 million project designed by BDA Architecture with interiors by MIM Design, will be Banda's first project in Australia. They've developed luxury buildings across the world since being founded by Mozzi in 2007.

The announcement will likely garner international appeal for the development of just 28 apartments, soon to launch through Highland Property. They will be seeking more than $5 million for even the entry level apartments, albeit the entry level will have nearly 320 sqm of space and span a whole floor. There will also be one sprawling penthouse, two sub penthouses, and five sky homes with protected views of the Pacific Ocean, Broadwater, and hinterland.

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Mozzi founded Banda in 2007 and has grown the company from niche London developer into burgeoning global design practice, known for crafting environments which are both intrinsically beautiful and faultlessly functional.

"This project forms part of Banda’s evolution and global expansion journey," Mozzi said.

"We currently have projects underway in London, New York, Doha, San Salvador and all over Europe," Mozzi said, adding that they had been looking for the right opportunity to enter the Australian market.

"Masthead is absolutely the project we’ve been waiting for.”

The development will feature ultra-luxe amenity, which will be known as The Ocean Club.

With membership only accessible via a Masthead apartment purchase, The Ocean Club, which spans two full floors of 650m2 high in the tower, will encompass premium in-home facilities including a sophisticated wine and champagne lounge, whiskey and cigar room, private dining space, coffee bar, sky high library and business meeting areas – all with panoramic ocean, coastal and Hinterland views.

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Members will also receive additional benefits from distinguished luxury brands including Chairman’s Club membership to Levantine Hill Winery in The Yarra Valley, participation in Newgate’s 2023 racing syndicate, which will also include attendance at select race days in Newgate’s own suite at Randwick Racecourse, and a complimentary new BMW electric car.

There's further amenity in the health and wellness club, which will feature a wet edge pool, spa, steam room and sauna, as well as a state-of-the-art gym with a yoga and pilates studio.

Mapelli Mozzi and O’Brien are the inaugural members of Masthead Ocean Club, with Mr Mapelli Mozzi officially assuming the role as honorary Chairman.

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O'Brien, who will be retaining one of the apartments for his own use, said Masthead Ocean Club’s facilities will re-shape the way residents experience their new beachside home and lifestyle.

“No other project in Australia offers residents such extensive private and secure luxury facilities but shared amongst so few people. In our case just 28 owners. This is true prestige.

"We wanted to ensure our amenities are never crowded and can be freely enjoyed by our small number of residents in ultimate privacy and seclusion."

O'Brien has developed several luxury developments over the last 30 years in Sydney, Los Angeles, and the award-winning project in the Whitsundays.

He said Masthead isn't your average luxury beachfront development.

“We have worked meticulously as a team to create a truly spectacular development,” O’Brien said.

“This isn’t your average luxury beachfront development - the planning code has now changed so there will be nothing quite like it in the future.

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"Masthead Ocean Club will be in a class of its own, dedicated to servicing the unique lifestyle demands of the world' most discerning residents.

“We have carefully exploited the unique east west axis so owners can see the sunrise over the pacific and set over the mountains of the Hinterland.

"These views are preserved in perpetuity and will never be built out.”

Crowning the Masthead Ocean Club development are two ultra-deluxe sub penthouses spanning a massive 634m2 each, topped by a penthouse with over 1000 sqm of living space, including its own pool, gym and golf putting green. There will be a private owner's study in the "crow's nest", at the pinnacle of Masthead Ocean Club.

Masthead has all approvals in place and construction is anticipated to commence in the coming months with completion scheduled for 2024.

The $250 million project will be Banda's first project in Australia. They've developed luxury buildings across the world since being founded by Mozzi in 2007.

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