Around 400 additional homes could be built at Southwark Grounds on Port Road, lifting total site capacity from 1300 to around 1700 dwellings.

A recently approved code amendment would allow apartment towers of up to 14 storeys in some areas of Renewal SA’s redevelopment of the former West End Brewery.

Renewal SA Acting Chief Executive Shane Wingard said he welcomed the code amendment, with the increase in heights and homes making a positive impact on the supply of high-quality, well-connected housing close to the city.

“By going higher across some parts of Southwark Grounds, we are adding a substantial number of very well-located homes with little impact on project delivery time or planned open space,” Mr Wingard said.

Since the project officially launched in 2025, Mr Wingard said more than 12,000 enquiries had been received about living at Southwark Grounds.

“The very strong early interest we’ve seen since homes were first released in the precinct reinforces our plans to create more housing opportunities,” he said.

The Southwark Grounds code amendment was launched in December last year, with community engagement undertaken over five weeks from January.

It proposed increasing maximum building heights from eight to 14 storeys on the eastern section of Southwark Grounds, and to 12 storeys across the remainder of the site, with minimum building heights ranging from two to four storeys.

The code amendment was implemented through an Early Commencement policy in late January, allowing developers to quickly explore the viability of increased height and housing yield while other planning processes continue.

One of the first developers delivering apartment sites have already finalised redesigns to increase the number of apartments following the code amendment.

Samaras’ development adjacent to the future Colonel Light Park is now planning to deliver 125 apartments across 11 storeys, significantly greater than original plans of around 50 apartments across four storeys.

The developer is also exploring the potential for additional affordable housing outcomes.

Most of the apartments at Southwark Grounds will be delivered within a master-planned precinct on a large parcel of land on the eastern portion of the site, covering around two-thirds of its 8.4 hectares.

Wingard said detailed precinct planning over the coming months may identify further opportunities to increase yield further that could see total apartment numbers at Southwark Grounds, exceed this number.

Affordable homes at Southwark Grounds will also see a net increase, with Renewal SA maintaining its commitment to a minimum of 20 per cent affordable housing across the development.

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Civil works have begun across the site, with construction under way on the first new roads surrounding a townhouse precinct in the south‑west corner of Southwark Grounds. This includes Renewal SA’s 17 Founder’s Row homes, which are on track for completion by Christmas.

“We expect to have people living at Southwark Grounds by the end of the year, so delivering roads and public spaces for those residents is among our highest priorities.”

Construction of 40 townhouses off Anderson Street, known as West Village and being delivered by Contour, is forecast to begin in mid‑2026. Kolabb’s Anderson Lane development will follow shortly after, delivering a further 26 townhouses.

Southwark Grounds is a state government‑led urban renewal project now set to deliver around 1,700 homes over the next decade.

Homes will be supported by a supermarket, a range of retail and hospitality offerings anchored by a revitalised Walkerville Brew Tower, a childcare centre, car parking and well‑connected public spaces.

Joel Robinson

400 new homes planned for Adelaide's former West End Brewery site

Brisbane developer&nbsp;<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/cavcorp">Cavcorp</a> has lodged plans for a new mixed-use residential development at <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/55-wyandra-street-teneriffe-qld-4005">55 Wyandra Street</a>, Teneriffe, anchored by an 85-metre public laneway designed to reconnect the suburb’s riverfront with the Gasworks precinct.

The buildings, known as Teneriffe House and Teneriffe Lane, would replace the existing Queensland Cotton head office site with a 15-storey residential tower transitioning to eight storeys toward Helen Street. The project has been designed by Plazibat Architects and lodged as a code assessable development application for 93 apartments across a 3,401 sqm mixed-use site within the Newstead and Teneriffe Waterfront neighbourhood plan.

Central to the scheme is the transformation of an existing service easement into a publicly accessible cross-block connection linking Wyandra and Helen Streets. Cavcorp says the new laneway will act as both a pedestrian shortcut and a landscaped civic space between the Teneriffe Riverwalk, ferry terminal, and Gasworks precinct.

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“The revised proposal delivers a legacy public-realm cross-block link, permanently secured for community use, transforming an existing private easement into a safe, high-quality pedestrian connection between the Teneriffe heritage riverwalk and the Gasworks–Long Island precinct,” the planning report states.

The laneway will sit beneath a large subtropical loggia integrated into the podium levels of the development. The design incorporates deep landscaping, water gardens, lobby spaces, business lounges, and ground-floor apartments to create what Cavcorp describes as a climate-responsive “urban verandah.”

The tower itself has been designed as a slender form with recessed floorplates and curved translucent corners inspired by contemporary Japanese architecture. The building height aligns with the Commercial Road precinct controls, which permit towers up to 15 storeys within proximity to Longland Street.

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The project will comprise a mix of larger-format apartments aimed at owner-occupiers, downsizers, and families. The proposed apartment mix includes 11 loggia apartments across the lower levels, 50 four-bedroom Sky-Terrace apartments from levels three to seven, and 32 Sky-Pool Homes occupying the upper tower levels. The Sky-Pool Homes will feature private thermal plunge pools integrated into oversized balconies.

According to the application, the apartments are intended to reinterpret the scale and character of Teneriffe’s woolstore conversions and Queensland homes within a vertical residential format.

“The sky-pool homes build on Cavcorp’s previous projects and introduce a distinct apartment typology to Teneriffe, informed by both local and international precedent and responding to an identified market demand for enhanced safety, space and amenity,” the planning submission notes.

A major focus of the proposal is its five-level wellness and lifestyle offering, extending from the basement through to the rooftop.

Amenities proposed include a rooftop Swim &amp; Racquet Club with a 25-metre Olympic lap pool and tennis court, coworking spaces and libraries, golf simulators, wine storage, concierge facilities, business lounges, pet wash areas, and rooftop longevity-focused wellness spaces with spas, outdoor fitness zones, and landscaped terraces.

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All parking will be concealed within basement levels accessed from Wyandra and Helen Streets. Cavcorp says the deep-basement engineering approach allows the entire ground plane to prioritise landscaping, pedestrian movement, and active frontage rather than vehicle infrastructure.

The development continues Cavcorp’s concentration in Newstead and Teneriffe, where the Brisbane developer has delivered a number of apartment projects including Lucent, Le Bain, and Luminare, as well as the Long Island Wellness Precinct nearby. Several of those projects have received national design and architecture awards, including recognition under Brisbane’s “Buildings that Breathe” program.

Cavcorp unveils wellness-focused Teneriffe House and Teneriffe Lane apartment buildings

Focus Group Investments has lodged plans for a new apartment development at <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/64-70-hanover-street-fitzroy-vic-3065">64–70 Hanover Street</a> in Fitzroy, seeking to utilise the Victorian Government’s recently introduced Great Design Fast Track pathway to accelerate approvals for the project.

The proposal is among the latest developments to emerge through the state-led initiative, which was established to fast-track well-designed residential projects in activity centres and transport-connected inner-city locations. The pathway allows qualifying developments that meet elevated design and housing benchmarks to bypass traditional council planning timeframes and instead be assessed directly by the Department of Transport and Planning.

Designed by SJB, the development will comprise a mix of apartments above activated lower levels, with a strong focus on architectural articulation, landscaping, and communal amenity. The design response seeks to balance the industrial character of Richmond’s former warehouse precincts with a more contemporary residential form.

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Proposed are 63 new dwellings, a wide ranging mix of studio, one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments, and townhouses and duplexes. They will be spread across a part-three, part-eight storey building.

The Planning and Urban Context Report by Tract says the development is of an "exemplary architectural standard" and has been carefully crafted by SJB Architects.

"Dwellings&nbsp;will benefit from excellent access to natural light, cross-ventilation opportunities and extensive communal space," the report noted.

The architectural material highlights the project’s integration of landscaped elements and communal spaces throughout the building. The proposal also incorporates sustainability initiatives aligned with the Victorian Government’s push for higher-performing apartment developments under the fast-track program.

The Great Design Fast Track was unveiled by the Victorian Government in 2024 as part of a broader housing supply strategy aimed at accelerating the delivery of new homes. Projects assessed through the pathway must demonstrate high-quality architecture, sustainability outcomes, and housing diversity while being located close to public transport and existing infrastructure.

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Focus Group, founder and led by Paul De Lutiis, is increasingly active across Melbourne’s inner suburbs, targeting well-connected urban renewal locations suited to medium and higher-density residential development. The Fitzroy proposal continues that strategy, leveraging the area’s strong transport links, established retail amenity, and proximity to the CBD.

Fitzroy has been one of the most popular spots for developers and buyers in recent years. The likes of PACE Development Group, SMA Projects, Crema Group and Chapter Group, currently selling projects in the suburb.

First look: Focus Group Investments taps Victoria’s Great Design Fast Track for Fitzroy apartments

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

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

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

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

Melbourne off the plan apartments

The leafy Malvern East is set to welcome its newest apartment development with the upcoming release of Taylor, a boutique collection of price-pointed apartments in Malvern East.

Developed by&nbsp;<a href="/developers/eve-holdings">EVE Holdings</a>, Taylor comprises 16 one, two, and three-bedroom apartments on a large corner site in the <a href="/developments/malvern-east-vic-3145">prestigious suburb</a>, near East Malvern Station and Waverley Oval.

Taylor has been designed by the renowned architectural firm <a href="/architects/rothelowman">Rothelowman</a>&nbsp;and features a striking&nbsp;facade characterised by a strong sense of symmetry with classic materials such as brick, timber, and concrete.

The carefully designed porch was inspired by the surrounding heritage homes, while cascading greenery softens the linear composition.

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“The durability and materiality of Taylor is very much considered with the future in mind.," Rothelowman Director Stuart Marsland said.

"So we chose bricks and powder-coated metal because these kinds of materials stand the test of time with the rigour of the Australian sun."

The layered and textured minimalist design continues to inside the apartments which feature a neutral palette with stone accents and timber flooring.

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The open-plan living area is flooded with natural light, courtesy of floor-to-ceiling windows and full-height sliding doors that offer views of the treetops.&nbsp;

The indoor-outdoor flow extends to private landscaped terraces and courtyards, designed by landscape architect <a href="/architects/john-patrick-landscape-architects">John Patrick</a>.

The kitchen has bespoke stone benchtops and is well-equipped with high-end integrated appliances.

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The master bedroom features 100 per cent wool carpets, a walk-in robe and an ensuite with natural porcelain tiles and fluted joinery.

Location is a key highlight of Taylor, as it sits in a prime position close to both the East Malvern Station and the Monash Freeway. Just the other side of the freeway is the Malvern Valley Golf Club, Darling Park, and Basil Reserve.

Construction of Taylor by builder D5 Build is underway. Jellis Craig Projects Director Stephen Bowtell is marketing the project, with prices starting from $620,000.

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Construction of Taylor by builder D5 Build is underway

Staff Writer

Malvern East's latest apartment development revealed

Property developer <a href="/developers/hewson">Hewson</a>&nbsp;has appointed Cobild as the construction partner for their Armadale apartment development, The Carlile.

The Carlile comprises a limited collection of just nine full-floor apartments, strategically positioned on High Street, right near the&nbsp;<a href="/developments/armadale-vic-3143">Armadale</a>&nbsp;train station.

The development is crowned by three full-floor penthouse residences, each with direct lift access and private garages.

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Designed by <a href="/architects/bayley-ward">Bayley Ward</a>, The Carlile draws inspiration from the adjacent Art Deco architecture.&nbsp;

"A restrained palette of textured, coloured concrete and fine metalwork completes the composition, establishing a sensitive and tactile edifice that is unabashedly contemporary," Bayley Ward said.

"The two heritage buildings are retained, restored, and sensitively integrated into the development providing boutique retail tenancies fronting High Street."

A discreet vine-covered archway serves as the pedestrian entry to the residences, landscaped by <a href="/landscape-architect/acre">Acre</a>.

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Each apartment features spacious living areas with oak flooring and floor-to-ceiling glazing offering uninterrupted views and doors opening to terraces with low-maintenance flowering plantings and trees.

A ground-floor north-facing unit has private gardens with a private swimming pool.

Kitchens, with an oversized island bench as a centrepiece,&nbsp;are well-appointed by VZUG appliances.

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The master bedrooms feature walk-in wardrobes and ensuites, while some apartments include a library, a bar nook, and walk-in laundries.

Acre has also paid attention to the development's communal spaces, creating a café courtyard with a feature deciduous tree and an open aspect to the street, adding character and seasonal colour to the property.

The Carlile is situated just 10 kilometres from the CBD.

<a href="/builders/cobild">Cobild</a>&nbsp;has already kicked off construction.&nbsp;<a href="/buildings/the-carlile-armadale-929-933-high-street-armadale">The Carlile</a> is slated for completion in February 2025.

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Designed by Bayley Ward, The Carlile draws inspiration from the adjacent Art Deco architecture

Hewson appoint Cobild to build Carlile Armadale apartments

GURNERTM has unveiled the next project to sit under its Boutique portfolio, the $40m Cambridge Place collection in <a href="/developments/collingwood-vic-3066">Collingwood</a>.

<a href="/new-apartments/cambridge-place-2-12-cambridge-street-collingwood">Cambridge Place</a> will deliver six apartments, described as "mansion apartment living", with the design by longtime <a href="/developers/gurner">Gurner</a> collaborator <a href="/architects/warren-and-mahoney">Warren and Mahoney</a> inspired by Milan's world-renowned architecture hotels.

Residents of the half or whole-floor apartments will be welcomed home by a grand secure entrance, reminiscent of the most opulent residences of Milan, with characteristic mosaic tiling, a custom chandelier and sweeping curved staircase.

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Cambridge Place interiors have been optimised so the residences open onto enlarged landscaped terraces, while the penthouse apartment features a wrap-around garden terrace with a verdant oasis, curated to offer a hidden sanctuary of green tranquillity.

The upper floor at Cambridge Place will be one of Melbourne's finest penthouses.

This two-story penthouse with a near 250 sqm terrace garden includes a wellness room, sculptural internal staircase and a private lift, as well as an expansive master suite with a dressing room and ensuite, opening to the outdoor.

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GURNERTM's Boutique collection will offer access to GURNERTM’s own in-house design director Simon Brugaletta, who brings nearly two decades of experience to the team. Brugaletta has worked for practices all over the world including Milan, Malta and Hangzhou, China.

It was Simon’s decade of living and working in Milan that underpinned his adoration of the sophistication, style and craftsmanship of Milan’s world-famous Palazzo Parigi hotel – meaning that when Tim Gurner came asking for a hotel recommendation, Brugaletta knew just where to send him.

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Residents of Cambridge Place will also enjoy exclusive access to the nearby members-only Saint Haven private club, where memberships are not only sold out but oversubscribed. As part of Gurner Group's exclusive club, members can indulge in the latest science-backed wellness, anti-aging, and holistic treatments, further enhancing the lifestyle offered by Cambridge Place.

Prices at Cambridge Place will range between $3.15 million and $10.75 million. Apartments start from 210 sqm.

Brugaletta said Cambridge Place has been designed to be timeless and sophisticated, with architecture that will complement the surrounding area as it stands today, and the Cambridge Street that will evolve over the decades.

“I lived and worked in Milan for almost a decade, so when Tim came to me and asked for a hotel recommendation for his trip I knew that he would fall in love with the style and elegance of the Palazzo Parigi – which is one of my favourite places in the city," Brugaletta said.

“From its grand entrance, custom chandelier and spiral staircase right through to its Italian stone, marble-wrapped spaces and exquisite joinery, every detail at Cambridge Place has been carefully considered to deliver the timeless elegance of Europe’s most beautiful cities."

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Tim Gurner says when he visited&nbsp;Milan, the Palazzo Parigi sparked incredible inspiration.

"I am really looking forward to bringing some of its grand features and old-world-charm to Cambridge Street," Gurner said.

“Our clients love the Collingwood lifestyle, they love the walkability to Melbourne’s best restaurants and gardens, but want the opulence and grandeur of a grand eastern-suburbs home. We have crafted Cambridge Place to create the best of both worlds."

Prices at Cambridge Place will range between $3.15 million and $10.75 million. Apartments start from 210 sqm.

GURNER to launch VIP campaign for luxury Collingwood apartment development, Cambridge Place

Builder developer&nbsp;<a href="/developers/delta-property-group">Delta Property Group</a>&nbsp;is expecting buyers to move into its new Toorak apartment development, The Mill Residences, later this year.

Construction of the five-level stone and metal building, featuring both apartments and townhouses at 663 Malvern Road in&nbsp;<a href="/new-apartments/toorak-vic-3142">Toorak</a>,&nbsp;is slated for mid-2024.

Over 50 per cent of the 15 dwellings at&nbsp;<a href="/buildings/the-mill-residences-of-toorak-663-malvern-road-toorak-vic-3142">The Mill Residences</a>&nbsp;have sold.

Designed by the award-winning <a href="/architects/cht-architects">CHT Architects</a> and landscaped by the renowned <a href="/landscape-architect/jack-merlo">Jack Merlo</a>, the development's facade is adorned with stone accents and expansive glazing which will integrate with its surroundings.

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The Mill Residences comrpise 15 luxury three, four, and five-bedroom apartments and terraces, each with large balconies or landscaped courtyards.

Entertainment in the living area is elevated to new heights with features like 75" TVs and BOSE surround sound systems in the apartments. There's further smart tech with a&nbsp;Bosch Alarm System, biometric smart door locks, and video intercom, all of which can be controlled from a smart phone.

The kitchensfeature waterfall-edge natural stone or Smart Stone island benches, walk-in butlers' pantries, and comprehensive Gaggenau appliance packages, including integrated coffee machines, 900 mm gas cooktops, and stainless-steel French door fridges.&nbsp;

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Optional outdoor kitchens with natural gas BBQs and sinks extend the living experience outdoors. The apartments also feature full stone bathrooms with extensive custom joinery of the finest quality.&nbsp;

Renowned interior designers <a href="/interior-designers/hecker-guthrie">Hecker Guthrie</a> have curated the interiors, characterised by a soft, neutral colour scheme and subtle styling.&nbsp;

“Classic design with a soft, neutral palette that is less about fashion and more about creating a space that will stand the test of time,” Hamish Guthrie, Director of Hecker Guthrie, says.

Each unit includes two secure basement parking spaces on two levels, along with access to visitor parking, a private storage room, and bicycle racks. Penthouses have the added luxury of three-car garages. 
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The terraces range in size from 175 sqm to 240 sqm and feature a more contemporary design with neutral tones.

Nine townhomes span three levels, featuring a full-floor master suite and terrace with panoramic city views on the top level. The other eight townhomes, spanning two storeys, include a lower-level media room equipped with a projector screen and surround sound package.

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The design by Hecker Guthrie incorporates solid forms and authentic materials like terrazzo, textured render, and engineered oak flooring. Practicality meets aesthetics in the living area with the free-standing gas log fireplace.

Each townhouse has been designed with private outdoor spaces that integrate seamlessly with interior living areas.

“Connection to private courtyards is a key design element, with a seamless transition to the interiors. It recognizes what we love about the traditional terrace house and interprets it in a contemporary way,” Guthrie added.

The terraces also include technology features like biometric locking, BOSCH Alarm system, SOMFY remote-controlled power blinds, NBN, Foxtel, and free-to-air MATV in all rooms.&nbsp;

High-performance glazing and reverse cycle air conditioning add to the premium inclusions, along with a walk-in butler’s pantry, Gaggenau appliance wall, and stainless steel French door fridge in the kitchens.

Accessible through private laneways or the glass elevator in the lobby and basement garage, each townhome comes with two parking spaces, CCTV, keyless entry, and a video intercom system with phone app integration.

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Within the precinct, residents can enjoy the common spaces, including a fully equipped gym and the lush landscaping of The Mill’s central courtyard oasis, all managed by a full-time building manager.

The luxury apartments are slated for completion in mid-2024, while the townhouses are practically complete.

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Delta Property to complete The Mill Residences in Toorak mid-2024

Malvern East is well known as one of Melbourne's establishment suburbs.

It's <a href="/news/vic/how-malvern-and-malvern-east-has-preserved-its-historical-character">retained a lot of its village charm</a>, with little to no development, and heritage houses lining the quaint and quiet streets.

It was this reason <a href="/developers/abadeen-group">Abadeen Victoria</a> saw <a href="/new-apartments/malvern-east-vic-3145">Malvern East</a> budding with opportunity for a luxury downsizer apartment development, which didn't encroach on the heritage buildings, but instead brought some modern flair to them.

Offering a limited selection of just seven luxury apartments, <a href="/content/abadeen-officially-announce-expansion-into-victoria-with-two-luxury-projects">Abadeen Victoria's debut Melbourne apartment development</a> positions itself as an exclusive new address tailored for individuals who value top-tier architecture, inviting interiors, and spacious floor plans in a highly desirable location near the vibrant Malvern East village.

Positioned just off Burke Road, Maléa's lower elevation grants a more intimate formal entrance. Boasting a double-height arrival hall, Maléa stands as a striking embodiment of contemporary architecture skillfully designed by the renowned architects at Ewert Leaf.

“The stoic, enduring form unites with a rich palette, combining textural brickwork, layered concrete planes, and sleek metalwork," Ewert Leaf Managing Director Will Leaf said.

"A suite of crafted details and subtle design cues unique to the project anchors the built form within the established architectural fabric."

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Full-height glazing throughout the development frames entrances to private gardens and terraces, while thoughtfully landscaped greenery softens the building's articulation and establishes a visual link to the iconic Central Park.

The interior design, also crafted by the team at Ewert Leaf, revolves around the concept of luxury urban living, brought to life by meticulously crafted floor plans that maximise connections between the interior and exterior spaces.

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Abadeen Victoria Managing Director Andrew Leoncelli said they were&nbsp;thrilled about the connection between the inside and the exterior.

"We've worked really closely with John Patrick to get a great result here," Leoncelli said.

"The courtyards themselves have plenty of space for entertaining and also the opportunity to sit and relax with greenery that is well vegetated and really carefully designed."

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Inside, expansive kitchen, living and dining spaces feature a neutral palette enriched with figured natural stone and tonal timber flooring and joinery. Metalwork detailing strikes a tailored line to contemporary joinery forms.&nbsp;

Sustainability and environmental responsibility were also critical considerations in the design phase of Maléa, which aims to achieve a minimum 6.5-Star Green Energy Rating. This forward-thinking approach ensures Maléa is designed to meet future needs while promoting a greener lifestyle.

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The apartments at&nbsp;<a href="/new-apartments/malea-94-burke-road-malvern-east">Maléa</a> will feature double glazing, concrete walls and floors, limited gas usage, rainwater harvesting, solar panels, and future electric vehicle battery storage provisions.

Located at 94 Burke Road, residents are just a short stroll away from the vibrant Malvern East village, within one kilometre from several public and exclusive private schools, and less than 30 minutes from Bayside beaches.

<a href="/new-apartments/malea-94-burke-road-malvern-east">Maléa</a> is scheduled for completion in mid-2025.

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Maléa: A fresh contemporary approach to the historic Malvern East

The performance residential property market in Melbourne varied from market to market, property valuation firm Herron Todd White concluded in their Year in Review.

One of the most nuanced performances was the Melbourne CBD, which had different outcomes in the price and rental markets.

"Melbourne’s CBD is made up of predominantly units or apartments, making their sale prices a good gauge of the property market in the inner city," Herron Todd White's Director Perron King said.

"Although the prices may have decreased, rents have increased, and vacancy rates have once again fallen. This performance shows that the city is having a bounce back after a tough couple of years of the COVID-19 pandemic."

Rental demand and an expected influx of immigrants might lead to higher-density living trends, King noted.

"With times getting tougher for Australians and an expected 400,000 immigrants coming to Australia between 2023 and 2024, there could potentially be a shift in the way people live, and higher-density living could continue to show strong growth, especially considering the rental demand at the moment," King added.

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King said despite challenges in the building industry, residential developments persisted, albeit with increased costs.

"The year highlighted the impact of global and local factors on Melbourne's property landscape, with changing demographics suggesting a potential shift towards higher-density living."

King said that while inner suburbs demonstrated robust performance, outer northern suburbs presented new opportunities for homebuyers and investors, adding that despite interest rate increases, stability and slight growth were observed in these areas.

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"Inner northern neighbourhoods such as Brunswick, Thornbury and Northcote demonstrated robust performance, albeit with limited new housing stock. Occasionally, medium-sized developers acquire larger lots to construct six to eight units or townhouses in these areas, and their prime location commands a premium."

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Generally speaking, HTW found the most affordable end of the market took the biggest hit, given the increased limitations on lending which stemmed from the RBA's interest rate hikes.

On the flip side, at top end of the market, buyers appear in many cases unfazed by interest rates, with a number of record breaking sales throughout the year.

"This is partly a result of cash purchases and the return of internationally based buyers."

Melbourne's property market year in review: Herron Todd White

In a significant stride towards completion, seasoned construction firm <a href="/builders/hamilton-marino">Hamilton Marino</a> has reached the 60 per cent construction mark at&nbsp;Chapter Ashburton, the exclusive apartment development by <a href="/developers/km-develop">KM Develop</a>.&nbsp;

Various construction milestones have been achieved, including the completion of level two lightweight steel installation and the commencement of fire and mechanical service rough-in to the basement and ground floor.&nbsp;

Subhead and sub-sill installation are in progress, while the concrete precast elements forming the structure have been completed. The project is gearing up for the roof installation, with 80 per cent of all floors already stripped out.

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Situated at 363-367 High Street, <a href="/buildings/chapter-ashburton-363-367-high-street-ashburton">Chapter Ashburton</a> comprises 24 meticulously designed one, two, and three-bedroom apartments.

Collaboratively designed by <a href="/architects/ewert-leaf">Ewert Leaf</a> and landscape architecture firm <a href="/landscape-architect/john-patrick-landscape-architects">John Patrick</a>, the project emphasises a timeless aesthetic on its façade, integrating greenery for a symmetrical grandeur that harmonises with the surrounding streetscape. Tactile bricks and steel palisades ensure both quality and longevity in design.

Internally, the apartments boast carefully selected finishes and warm tones, creating a neutral canvas for personalisation. Spacious open-plan living areas, flooded with natural light from large windows, seamlessly extend to expansive outdoor entertaining spaces.

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Premium fixtures and fittings, such as European appliances and brushed nickel tapware, feature in the kitchens and the bathrooms.

Master bedrooms feature plush wool carpets and warm timber joinery, opening up to private balconies with serene green views. Ensuites continue the luxury theme with organic feature tiles, expansive walk-in showers, and freestanding bathtubs in select apartments.

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Residents of Chapter Ashburton will enjoy an array of amenities, including EV charging with individual power outlets for all resident car parking spaces, integrated parcel delivery through secure lockers, and a convenient dog wash bay for pet owners. Security measures, such as card access, remote control car park access, audio-video intercom, and CCTV security throughout, contribute to residents' peace of mind.&nbsp;

The project also meets BESS sustainability standards, incorporating initiatives such as a rainwater harvesting system for toilet flushing and irrigation.

A handful of two and three-bedroom apartments are available in Chapter Ashburton, ranging in size 103 sqm to 294 sqm. Prices start from $850,000.

Chapter Ashburton is on track for residents to move in by mid-2024.

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A handful of two and three-bedroom apartments are available in Chapter Ashburton, ranging in size 103 sqm to 294 sqm



Buyers to move into Chapter Ashburton in 2024 as Hamilton Marino advances construction

Ivanhoe is set to welcome a rare new residential development later this year, with construction on track at Equire's latest apartment development, Locale.

<a href="/new-apartments/locale-ivanhoe-1023-heidelberg-road-ivanhoe">Locale</a>, just 41 one, two and three-bedroom apartments priced from $685,000, is ideally located&nbsp;at 1023 Heidelberg Road, near Darebin Station and its surrounding amenity.

The project has street presence in abundance, with its architecturally striking design by&nbsp;<a href="/architects/dko-architecture">DKO Architects</a>&nbsp;soon to be revealed when the scaffold drops.

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The building is being constructed around a central courtyard with extensive landscaping.&nbsp;

Apartments are designed to be open and free-flowing, with the kitchen, living and dining area opening to a balcony or terrace. Each apartment features&nbsp;oak timber boards, plush carpets, and sleek tiling, creating an aesthetic that is both contemporary and inviting.&nbsp;

<a href="/developers/equire">Equire</a>&nbsp;has made sure the apartments are as functional as they are contemporary. They are equipped with&nbsp;cutting-edge heating-cooling systems and double glazing, providing all year round comfort.

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The kitchens feature stone bench tops with Miele appliances and integrated fridge freezers, while the fully tiled bathrooms feature brushed nickel tapware.

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One of the standout features of Locale is the incorporation of private outdoor spaces – be it courtyards, terraces, or balconies – purpose-built for everyday living, dining, and entertaining.&nbsp;

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The external spaces seamlessly extend the living areas, providing residents with a connection to the outdoors within the comfort of their homes.

Security and convenience are at the forefront of Locale's design, with video intercom systems ensuring a secure entry for residents and convenient lift access enhancing the overall experience.&nbsp;

The development also boasts basement parking, offering residents heightened security and peace of mind in securing their vehicles.

Construction at Locale <a href="/developments/ivanhoe-vic-3079">Ivanhoe</a> has reached a significant milestone as the structural framework, led by builder <a href="/builders/balmain-co">Balmain &amp; Co</a>, is now complete.&nbsp;

Buyers are expected to move into the project in Q2 2024.

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The building is being constructed around a central courtyard with extensive landscaping

Locale, Ivanhoe's newest apartment development, approaches completion

The first cab off Deicorp's long pipeline of projects will be Cosmopolitan, their $560 million, twin-tower development in Parramatta.

The project, approved late last year at&nbsp;34 Hassall Street, <a href="/new-apartments/parramatta-nsw">Parramatta</a>, will comprise 600 one, two and three-bedroom apartments in two 45-level towers, above a new retail village hub.

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<a href="/architects/turner-studio">Turner Studio</a> has handled the design of the towers following an extensive design competition. &nbsp;

The innovative design incorporates a raised podium that links the two towers. The first three podiums, collectively named ‘Gully Forest,’ will feature a landscaped sanctuary adorned with lush greenery, alongside smaller breakout and seating spaces, a distinctive outdoor kitchen, and garden pavilions.

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The ground floor podium is strategically designed to provide extensive retail and hospitality frontages for commercial tenants, activating the entire precinct.

On the second level of the podium, an open-air community space will be home to barbecue facilities and smaller group gathering areas.&nbsp;Above will feature flexible workplace tenancies, as well as spaces designated for a fitness centre and medical practice.

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The building is conceived to evoke a garden-like atmosphere, providing a park-like experience for both visitors and residents. This nature-centric theme extends into the apartments, offering district views of nearby attractions such as the river and parkland.

"Minimising unhelpful sight lines and increasing solar and views has been a key consideration in the design of the towers," Turner noted in their design statement.&nbsp;

"Apartment placement and the facade have been designed to allow for at least 24m of visual privacy between the towers, even whilst maintaining an 18-metre building separation. The tower forms maximise and share these views for all the residents."

The apartments themselves are characterised by their spacious, bright, and airy interiors, featuring floor-to-ceiling glazing and doors.&nbsp;

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The open floor plan seamlessly connects the kitchen, living, and dining areas, leading to a balcony with panoramic city views that enhance with each ascending floor.

The galley kitchen is well-equipped with built-in cabinetry and an island bar setup for multi-purpose use.

Bathrooms showcase floor-to-wall tiles, bathtubs, and waterfall showers, incorporating wood and stone themes for a modern yet warm ambience.

Situated on the park-side edge of Parramatta’s CBD and in proximity to the new Parramatta Light Rail stop, Cosmopolitan ensures easy connections to key destinations for its future residents.

<a href="/developers/deicorp">Deicorp</a>&nbsp;has a significant pipeline of new projects, with upcoming developments in <a href="/developments/rhodes-nsw-2138">Rhodes</a>, <a href="/developments/crows-nest-nsw-2065">Crows Nest</a> and <a href="/developments/melrose-park-nsw-2114">Melrose Park</a> expected to launch in the next 18 months.

Read more:&nbsp;<a href="/news/nsw/deicorps-2024-sydney-apartment-development-pipeline-bolstered-with-1200-apartments-approved">Deicorp's 2024 Sydney apartment development pipeline bolstered with 1200 apartments approved</a>

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The building is conceived to evoke a garden-like atmosphere, providing a park-like experience for both visitors and residents

Inside Deicorp's upcoming Parramatta apartment development, Cosmopolitan by Deicorp

Leading Melbourne apartment developer Hamton Property Group has been given the green light to proceed with its $500 million redevelopment of the former Hawthorn campus of the University of Melbourne.

The site has been rezoned&nbsp;from Public Use Zone to Residential Growth Zone, and a detailed development plan has also been approved by the Minister for Planning, paving the way for the site to be redeveloped into a 1.6-hectare luxury residential development.

The approved development plan allows for around 350 apartments across six boutique buildings, ranging in height from three to seven levels.

In early 2022 Hamton, who is currently developing the $2 billion Moonee Valley Park, entered a contract to buy the site from the University, subject to rezoning, with settlement due to occur in early March 2024.

Proceeds from the sale will be used by the University to meet part of its financial commitment to the new Australian Institute for Infectious Disease in Parkville, a $650m plus development in partnership with the State Government.

Read more:&nbsp;<a href="/news/vic/everything-a-buyer-needs-to-know-about-moonee-valley-park-five-minutes-with-hamtons-matt-malseed">Everything a buyer needs to know about Moonee Valley Park: Five minutes with Hamton's Matt Malseed</a>

An analysis by Charter Keck Cramer of forecast housing demand and supply in the Hawthorn catchment, commissioned by Hamton, demonstrates the severe undersupply in this established area of Melbourne over the next three years alone.

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“This approval from the Minister for Planning enables the delivery of meaningful new housing supply in the popular inner east of Melbourne, where development opportunities of scale are non-existent, and demand for high-quality residences continues to outstrip supply,"&nbsp;Hamton Founder and Executive Chairman Paul Hameister OAM said.

“Our vision for this development is to create a global exemplar of gentle medium density housing, with a collection of mid-rise buildings set within lush green parks and gardens that prioritise people and community, with excellence in sustainability at its core.

“There are around 100 existing trees onsite, of which only four are assessed as significant – meaning only those four would ordinarily be required to be retained under the planning scheme.

“We are pleased that the Minister agreed with our decision to retain the vast majority of existing trees, and we will take our commitment to greening the habitat even further by planting an additional 100 trees, to create a truly nature-based neighbourhood."

Around one-third of the site will be green open space accessible by the local community, with deep soil planting zones that far exceed the statutory requirements.

Hamton is committed to achieving ESD excellence with this project, targeting a 5 Star Green Starrating, 7 Star NatHers rating and Climate Active certification as Net Zero.

Hamton has also committed to delivering 10 percent of the apartments as affordable housing for moderate income earners, including key workers like teachers at surrounding schools includingAuburn South Primary School, Bialik College and Scotch College.

Hamton plans to launch sales in Q3 2024, with construction to commence mid-2025.

Hamton plans to launch sales in Q3 2024, with construction to commence mid-2025

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