There’s a quiet patch of <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/hawthorn-vic-3122">Hawthorn</a>, between the bustle of Glenferrie Road and the curve of the Yarra, that rarely sees change, and even more rarely, new apartments. But that’s exactly where <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/pomeroy-pacific-quattro-corp">PQD</a> is planting Kooyongkoot: a deliberate, 18-residence answer to the question of what downsizers actually want.

“This is something this pocket of Hawthorn has never seen before,” says Fil Gacesa, head of sales at PQD. “<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/kooyongkoot-hawthorn-1-kooyongkoot-road-hawthorn-vic-3122">Kooyongkoot</a> will deliver just 18 large-scale apartments in the heart of Hawthorn. It is the true definition of resort-style living.”

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That scale is central to the story. It’s what allows for two dedicated lift cores, short corridors, and a generous lightcourt that draws natural ventilation and sunlight into every residence. It’s also what makes room for the sort of amenity usually confined to high-density towers: a fully equipped wellness centre with infrared and traditional saunas, yoga and pilates studio, cold therapy shower, and treatment room. There’s a golf simulator, car and dog wash stations, and extensive storage too, not bolted on, but baked in from the start.

But more than the checklist, it’s the design intent that carries weight. “This project has been many years in the making,” says Mark Pomeroy, Director of PQD. “Not just in planning, but in listening, to what our buyers and the local community are looking for”.

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That listening shows up in the materials, oak floors, natural stone, V-ZUG appliances, and in how space is handled. Penthouses feature private rooftop terraces with pools. Terraces and garden residences embrace outdoor connection. Inside, the layouts skew large and open, geared for hosting, not just housing.

Architecturally, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/cera-stribley-architects">Cera Stribley</a>’s approach is grounded. There’s no reaching for spectacle here. Instead, the building offers a sculptural calm, anchored by landscaping from Eckersley Garden Architecture.&nbsp;

“We wanted to create spaces that feel expansive, serene, and meaningfully connected to daily life,” said founding partner Chris Stribley elsewhere.

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That sentiment, calm, connection, echoes in the location itself. Kooyongkoot sits just a short stroll from Central Gardens, Fairview Park, and the Rivoli Cinema. Tram lines and schools are close, but the street is tucked, quiet, and leaf-lined.&nbsp;

“Residents of Kooyongkoot will be a short stroll from Fairview Park, Central Gardens, and the Glenferrie Road retail strip," Gacesa notes, "but you're also cocooned in this peaceful pocket behind extensive landscaping by Eckersley Garden Architecture.”

Kooyongkoot is set for completion in late 2026.

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Staff Writer

The project that said no to compromise: Inside Kooyongkoot, Hawthorn

When long-time Ivanhoe locals Graeme and Catherine, decided it was time to downsize, they weren’t necessarily in a rush.&nbsp;

Like many in their stage of life, they had started thinking about apartment living, but anticipated making the shift in two to three years.

That timeline changed when they visited <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/new-apartments/candela-ivanhoe-40-upper-heidelberg-road-ivanhoe">Candela</a>, a new boutique development by <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/developers/salter-brothers">Salter Brothers</a>. The project ticked all the boxes they were looking for: location, quality design, and long-term lifestyle benefits, which prompted them to bring their decision forward.

“It was the right place at the right time,” they said. “We knew immediately it ticked all the boxes, and we didn’t want to wait.”

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Their decision to downsize was driven by a combination of practical needs and lifestyle considerations. Their existing home, while much loved, had become increasingly difficult to maintain. It spanned multiple levels, included extensive front and back gardens, and was starting to show the wear that comes with age.&nbsp;

They were looking for a more manageable lifestyle, one with less upkeep and more freedom. A brand-new apartment with no maintenance requirements and the ability to simply “lock up and leave” gave them peace of mind and a greater sense of control over their future.

Financially, the purchase made sense as well. The available stamp duty savings, strong price-to-value offering, and timing of the settlement suited their plans, making the transition smoother and more cost-effective. The apartment's design and inclusions further supported their choice.

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The layout was both functional and flexible: three bedrooms, a butler’s pantry, a separate laundry, and a large open-plan living area. It gave them the freedom to host a family, accommodate guests, or set up a home office. The expansive balcony and elevated views added to the appeal, providing a sense of openness and connection to the outdoors.

“It just had a really good flow,” Catherine noted, something they found lacking in many other apartments they’d considered, particularly in the established market.

Candela’s boutique scale was another deciding factor. With a smaller number of residences and a top-floor penthouse position, the couple felt the development offered the privacy and space they were looking for, without feeling isolated.

“We liked that it wasn’t a huge development. It felt well-balanced, modern but still with a sense of community, not overwhelming,” they said.

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Equally important was the ability to remain in Ivanhoe, a suburb they know well and have deep roots in. After 46 years in the area, proximity to local parks, shops, and familiar faces mattered just as much as the apartment itself.

“We didn’t want to give up the community we’ve known for decades. Candela allowed us to upgrade our lifestyle while staying in the place we call home.”

With a Walk Score of 90, the village location supports a convenient, connected lifestyle. <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/ivanhoe-vic-3079">Ivanhoe</a> Station is just a eight-minute walk away, and the neighbourhood offers access to parks, cafes, restaurants, and schools along Upper Heidelberg Road, all within easy reach.

Beyond the apartment, the couple also saw value in the broader vision for Candela, one that integrates residential living with public spaces and local amenities.&nbsp;

The development introduces 58 new apartments as well as a mix of commercial and social spaces that integrate contemporary architecture with the suburb’s existing character.&nbsp;

At ground level, residents will find a charming café and a lifestyle wellness centre, perfect for unwinding and rejuvenating. Meanwhile, the rooftop garden offers a stunning vantage point for residents to enjoy breathtaking sunsets, host gatherings, or enjoy barbecues with family and friends. It's not just a place to live; it's a vibrant community where every moment is an opportunity to connect and create lasting memories.

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Why Ivanhoe locals are choosing to downsize to Candela

Mark and Roy Makari are expanding their presence in Sydney’s South West with a second major proposal for Leppington, this time envisioning a 900-dwelling mixed-use development just 850 metres from their previously lodged tower trio on Fifth Avenue.

Project management and construction management firm Creative Vision filed the plans for the&nbsp;multi-building project at <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/230-rickard-road-leppington-nsw-2179">230 Rickard Road, Leppington</a>. The proposal seeks to establish a new focal point for the precinct through a high-density, transit-oriented development supported by diverse land uses.

According to the Scoping Report prepared for the Department of Planning, the scheme includes around 900 apartments across multiple towers, including 135 dwellings designated for affordable housing. A mix of market and subsidised apartments will be supported by ground-level activation through retail and office space, a childcare centre, and a hotel, forming a comprehensive urban precinct.

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The Design Report by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/studiosc-0">Studio SC</a> notes that the project “intends to deliver a high-quality, high-density built form that supports the vision for the Leppington Town Centre, integrating mixed-use outcomes and public domain upgrades.” The development is expected to be delivered in stages, although a precise timeline is yet to be confirmed.

The project will be assessed through a future State Significant Development Application, with the Scoping Report indicating the team will seek design excellence via a competitive process or through an expert design review panel. Early massing diagrams suggest a series of mid- to high-rise buildings framing a central landscaped spine, with emphasis on pedestrian permeability and public space.

The planning documentation flags a strong sustainability agenda, stating that the development will “respond to the urban heat island effect, incorporate water sensitive urban design, and prioritise active transport”.

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The proposal follows in the footsteps of the Makaris’ nearby Fifth Avenue site, where they’ve submitted plans for three towers comprising nearly 500 apartments, with 10 per cent dedicated to affordable housing. That project features commercial podiums, a childcare centre, and a new public park that would occupy more than a third of the site.

Both developments are situated within walking distance of Leppington Train Station and fall under strategic precinct plans promoting higher density housing. The town centre is undergoing substantial transformation, driven by state government planning reforms aimed at fast-tracking housing delivery.

Together, the two projects represent a combined ambition of nearly 1,400 new homes across just under two kilometres of central Leppington.

First look: 900-home mixed-use precinct planned for Leppington

Leading Australian integrated property development group, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/aqualand-australia">Aqualand</a>, has released the signature penthouses crowning its landmark AURA by Aqualand precinct at 168 Walker Street in North Sydney, unveiling Il Magnate and La Divina as the largest and most luxurious penthouses in the suburb.

With prices anticipated to commence from $15 million, and each accompanied by a new Porsche Carrera 911 valued at over $500K, the residences mark the culmination of <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/buildings/aura-by-aqualand-north-sydney-168-walker-street-north-sydney-nsw-2060">AURA by Aqualand</a>’s decade-long journey and the beginning of its final sales chapter. 
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Their release follows more than $850 million in record-breaking residential sales and the building’s completion and occupation.

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The Richards Stanisich-designed 284 sqm Il Magnate and 224 sqm La Divina penthouses, collectively known as The Icons of AURA, are conceived as grand luxury homes rather than apartments, with expansive proportions, elevated materiality and curated identities that reflect their status as one-off residences.&nbsp;

Il Magnate features a grande master suite, complete with substantial walk-in dressing area and ensuite, three other bedrooms, second ensuite and another bathroom, powder room, open plan kitchen, scullery, substantial dining area and generous living room divided by a feature fireplace, and a multifunction wintergarden, which is ideal for a study and adjoining office breakout space. &nbsp;

Meanwhile, the La Divina residence offers the same amenities, sans the powder room, on a slightly smaller alternate floor plan configuration.

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Each occupies half of AURA by Aqualand’s topmost 28th level, comes with four secure car spaces and pairs sweeping Sydney Harbour panoramas with large-scale living spaces, refined detailing and a level of craftsmanship and amenity rarely offered in the North Shore market.&nbsp;

Penthouse residents will also receive Etymon’s ‘Black Key’ private concierge and lifestyle management service, an invitation only offering providing the ultimate in bespoke personalisation, including a range of everyday discrete services, from dinner party management, grocery deliveries, pet feeding or plants watered, dinners, snacks and coffee deliveries, event ticket sourcing, right up to organising travel visas and international airfares. Rarely seen in Australian properties, the service provides residents the benefits of living in a world-class luxury hotel-style home, akin to The Ritz, or the Waldorf Astoria.

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<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/interior-designers/richards-stanisich">Richards Stanisich</a>’s Director, Kirsten Stanisich, said the studio set out to craft residences that feel profoundly considered, contemporary and deeply connected to their setting.

“From the outset, we approached these penthouses with the sensibility of a grand Parisian residence - generous in scale, elegant in proportion and designed to feel more like a handcrafted home than an apartment," Stanisich said.

“Their elevated position and sweeping harbour outlook informed every decision, creating a rare connection between urban sophistication and natural calm. We shaped each space with expressive materiality, sculptural forms and bespoke detailing that invite touch and interaction.&nbsp;

“The result is a pair of residences defined by volume, light and an inherent softness - refined, flexible and deeply personal. These penthouses are unlike anything else in North Sydney, offering a sanctuary of true luxury framed by some of the city’s most remarkable views.”

For Aqualand’s Head of Sales &amp; Marketing, Alex Adams, the collaboration with Porsche underscores the shared ethos behind the residences.

“Aqualand’s collaboration with Porsche underpins both brand’s sharing an obsession with craftsmanship, design excellence, and enduring value," Adams said.

“Our penthouses are created for those who appreciate the finer details and expect the extraordinary at every touchpoint. Including a Porsche simply extends that experience beyond the residence - it’s a continuation of the lifestyle our buyers already live.”&nbsp;

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Aqualand’s Managing Director, Jin Lin, said the penthouses represent both the pinnacle of AURA by Aqualand and an important design benchmark for the company’s future pipeline.&nbsp;

“These stunning penthouses reflect the purest expression of Aqualand’s design ambition," Lin said.

“The unparalleled design intent makes them not only the glistening crown of AURA by Aqualand, but the crown of North Sydney itself. They’re essentially a thank you gift to a burgeoning community that deserves this level of quality and architectural consideration.&nbsp;

“We’re leveraging the unrivalled standard set here as the foundation for what comes next, including our upcoming Anderson Street, Chatswood; 15 Blue Street, North Sydney and Central Barangaroo projects. Purchasers of these penthouses will essentially be living inside the blueprint of Aqualand’s future.

“These landmark residences demonstrate how far North Sydney has evolved and the strength of demand for highly curated, bespoke luxury homes. They’re more than penthouses, they’re legacy residences.&nbsp;

“With AURA by Aqualand now a thriving new precinct with residents well and truly settled, and our in-house world-class lifestyle amenity activated, Il Magnate and La Divina represent a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to secure an extraordinary piece of North Sydney’s future.”

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Joel Robinson

Aqualand launches North Sydney penthouses with free Porsche Carrera 911

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/bokarina-qld-4575">Bokarina</a> Beach has quietly evolved into one of the Sunshine Coast’s most complete coastal lifestyle precincts, defined not just by proximity to the ocean, but by how residential living, local retail and everyday amenity are stitched together.&nbsp;

Gardner Vaughan Group’s <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/bask-bokarina-38-bokarina-boulevard-bokarina-qld-4575">Bask Bokarina</a> now represents the final residential chapter in that transformation.

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Over recent years, the Bokarina Beach precinct has taken shape as a walkable, community-oriented neighbourhood, anchored by beachfront access, Lake Kawana to the west, and a growing mix of cafés, specialty retail and public open space.&nbsp;

With Zinc Bokarina already delivered next door by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/gardner-vaughan-group">Gardner Vaughan Group</a> (GVG), Bask is the last opportunity to buy a brand new apartment within the precinct, effectively rounding out a fully formed coastal village.

GVG has positioned Bask to strengthen that lifestyle framework. Ten ground-floor retail spaces are planned beneath the residences, extending Bokarina Boulevard’s existing activity and reinforcing the area’s everyday convenience, from casual dining and coffee to local services, within a short walk of the beach.

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The residential component comprises 135 apartments across two buildings, Mydas and Caretta, with a clear shift toward larger three- and four-bedroom layouts and penthouses. That mix reflects a maturing buyer profile in Bokarina, where demand is increasingly led by owner-occupiers and active downsizers seeking space, permanence, and connection to place rather than short-term coastal accommodation.

Design and amenity have followed the same logic. Residents will have access to a heated plunge pool, gym, private dining room with a full kitchen, landscaped communal gardens with barbecues and a firepit, and a shared herb and vegetable garden, facilities intended to support daily use rather than resort-style turnover. Pet-friendly features, including a dog wash bay, acknowledge both buyer expectations and the area’s dog-friendly beach, located around 250 metres from the site.

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“Bokarina has become one of the Sunshine Coast’s most desirable beachside communities, and Bask represents the very last chance to buy new in this location,” GVG Director Sam Gardner said.&nbsp;

“Our focus has been to create spacious, functional apartments that meet the needs of locals who want to downsize without compromise, as well as those seeking a full-time coastal retreat.”

Positioned between the Pacific Ocean and Lake Kawana, Bask apartments have been oriented to capture outlooks toward the water or the Glass House Mountains, reinforcing the project’s connection to its natural surroundings. With parks, beachfront paths, hospitals, retail and public transport already in place, Bask arrives at a point where the broader precinct is no longer emerging, but established.

Construction is expected to complete in Q3 this year, with apartments ready to move into this Spring.

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Bask to complete Bokarina’s Sunshine Coast lifestyle precinct as final apartments are released

North Shore

Award-winning, sustainable developer Stable Properties is set to take on a rare new development in&nbsp;one of Sydney’s most prestigious enclaves.

Stable, led by founding directors&nbsp;Ed Horton and Danny Flynn, have created a point of difference in the development space, looking to&nbsp;restore and redefine existing buildings and heritage properties.&nbsp;

Finalists in the Property Council of Australia’s Awards for Best Heritage Development, are seeking to recycle&nbsp;a dated mid-century red-brick building in the exclusive suburb of Kirribilli.&nbsp;

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Taking up a prime corner site at 20 Waruda Street, the project will look to keep in with the surrounding 20th Century Art-Deco architecture, with the current building kept intact, restored to provide a modern facade, along with additional and extended floorspace.&nbsp;

Designed by Nettleton Tribe, a clearly defined two-storey base forms a podium which integrates the steep sloping topography of the site, along with defining the public domain and improving the streetscape character.&nbsp;

Seven whole-floor, three-bedroom apartments will be delivered across the project, with each residence generously proportioned, spanning 233 sqm.&nbsp;

Each of the apartments will feature solar panels, battery storage and EV chargers, making it one of the first sustainable high-density development, with next generation smart technologies set to be included as well.&nbsp;

Oriented and designed to maximise on the sweeping southern views, each residence will extend to expansive balconies which take in the Sydney Harbour, The Opera House, the Sydney CBD and the Harbour Bridge.

“This size of apartments, together with their quality and sustainable characteristics, is rare and as a result, will add further to the product diversity in this precinct, supporting identified demand,” Nettleton Tribe said in their application plans.&nbsp;

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“Demand for large three-bedroom-plus apartments, to replace impressive family homes, particularly from the Upper North Shore, is growing and market availability is rare and limited.”

“These apartments will fill this gap and add to apartment diversity within the immediate area.”

The proposed architectural language, being conscious of the sensitivities within the Heritage Conservation Area of Kirribilli, is contemporary with an emphasis on simple expression of forms and materials.

A layering of elements add texture and visual interest to the facade, while a considered palette creates a juxtaposition to the adjacent buildings.&nbsp;

Previously Stable developed The Burcham in Rosebery, the regeneration of the old Wrigley’s factory.

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Stable, led by founding directors Ed Horton and Danny Flynn, have created a point of difference in the development space, looking to restore and redefine existing buildings and heritage properties

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First look: Stable Properties lodge plans for new Kirribilli apartments

Neutral Bay's busy intersection of Military Road and Wycombe Road is set to see a new shop top apartment project.

A company associated with Jim Simons, the director of project management firm Eastview, has submitted plans for the six-storey shop top development, designed to fit into the North Shore Future Directions Policy, which seeks to activate the Neutral Bay Town Centre with increased pedestrianisation, retail, and commercial offerings.&nbsp;

Just 21 apartments will be on offer across the $24.5 million project, which will have two retail tenancies on the ground level.&nbsp;

Design practice EM BE CE have handled the plans for the development, which will be made up of 15 two-bedroom apartments, four of which will have a study, and six three-bedroom apartments, two of them being large penthouses.&nbsp;

Three levels of basement parking will include 25 car spaces for residents, as well as four motorbike spaces and bicycle parking within the resident’s storage area.&nbsp;

The existing streetscape character is a mixture of two storey shop-top retail, with larger four and five-level apartment buildings.

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"Designed to respect the surrounding streetscape, the proposed development will match the existing street walls, with bricks utilised throughout the three-storey podium," the Design Verification Statement by EM BE CE read.

"Above the podium, the top two levels are setback from the street, minimising solar impacts, and reducing the visual bulk and scale, while the upper levels utilise a lightweight metal materiality, contrasting the heavy masonry base, and allowing the top floor to be more visually recessive

EM BE CE noted that due to&nbsp;the site’s positioning along a high-traffic road, with a high-level of vehicle noise, apartments have been designed with enclosed winter gardens, which allow residents to enjoy the north-facing aspect, while being sheltered from the street.

"The number of dual aspect apartments are optimised whilst maximising significant views to the harbour, while planters help to soften the space," the design studio noted.

The majority of apartments also include a study nook or study room, to provide residents a place to use when working from home, something especially important in a post-COVID workforce.&nbsp;

Residents will have access to a communal parcel drop-off room, which includes a cold room section, while the nearby Mary Gibbs Plaza and accompanying park will provide a local connection to green open space within the development, with a number of larger public green spaces within a 10-minute walk, including Forsyth Park and Ibery Reserve.&nbsp;

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Just 21 apartments will be on offer across the $24.5 million project, which will have two retail tenancies on the ground level

First look: Shop-top apartments planned for Neutral Bay village

Plans for Capital Corporation’s apartment project on the site of the Seventh-day Adventist Church site, Wahroonga Estate, have been given the green light by Ku-ring-gai Council.&nbsp;

Lodged on behalf of the Adventist Church, the plans were approved for&nbsp;136 - 144 Fox Valley Road, following extensive planning, community engagement and modification.

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Set to form an integral part of the regeneration of the 64.2-hectare site on Sydney’s North Shore, 177 apartments will be delivered across four low-rise buildings.&nbsp;

Designed by architectural consultancy firm, GroupGSA, the energy-efficient buildings aim to be visually interesting, contemporary and sympathetic to the surrounding area, with the building’s interiors also benefiting from designs by Coco Republic.&nbsp; 
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Ranging from four to six-storeys, the buildings will be constructed across two stages, with 143 apartments set for the first stage and an additional 34 in the second.&nbsp;

26 one-bedroom, 95 two-bedroom and 56 three-bedroom apartments will be delivered across the project, with a new two lane access road set to be built as well, providing an entry point to a shared basement.

The apartments will be located within the approved concept plan’s building envelope, just off Fox Valley Rd, with the DA approval coming 12 years after the State Government approved a Part 3A plan for the site, which included the expansion of the Sydney Adventist Hospital and a range of residential, commercial and higher education developments.&nbsp;

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The entire Wahroonga Estate is divided into five neighbourhoods and includes 31.4 hectares of environmental conservation land.

Jim Hunter, Director of Capital Corporation, said the planning process was inclusive of the Council and community feedback to ensure the needs of the local area were met.&nbsp;

“The project has been years in the making. We carefully considered feedback from the community and made many amendments in response,” Hunter said.&nbsp;

“The collaborative approach we took with Council and the community ensured we are delivering a plan that meets the needs of the local community and this was evident in the amount of feedback received.”&nbsp;

A review of initial plans resulted in the reconfiguration of the residential development’s footprint, along with the addition of landscaping and open space.&nbsp;

&nbsp;“We are thrilled with the result and we are excited to bring this project to market in early 2023,” Hunter added.&nbsp;

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The proceeds from the development will also unlock funding for reinvestment into facilities, new educational hubs and other community assets within the Wahroonga Estate precinct.&nbsp;

Established in 1991, the Australia-owned Capital Corporation established themselves amongst the Sydney development scene as one of the pioneers of the Norwest Business Park, completing 47 buildings within the precinct.&nbsp;

The group has also recently completed a string of developments including the Esplanade in Norwest, Parklands Estate in Rouse Hill, Veridian in Kogarah, along with Stages One, Two and Three at the $1 billion Woolooware Bay Town Centre in the Sutherland Shire.&nbsp;

The entire Wahroonga Estate is divided into five neighbourhoods and includes 31.4 hectares of environmental conservation land.

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Cammeray is set for a new boutique apartment development.

The newly formed development firm ARCH is&nbsp;behind the&nbsp;plans for the&nbsp;four-storey apartment building at&nbsp;18 Vale Street.

Dubbed Millervale, due to its location&nbsp;on the corner of Miller and Vale Street, the project will comprise just eight, three-bedroom apartments across the striking building.

&ldquo;We are very excited for our first project Millervale,&quot; ARCH&#39;s Marcus Hinzack told Urban.

&quot;It ticks all our strategic goals of being in a great suburb with high levels of amenity, close to the local village and nature walks and very well connected to the rest of Sydney.

&quot;ARCH are going to hang our hat on putting design, both aesthetics and functionality above all else, and we were very careful to select a like minded architect DKO who share our values,&quot; Hinzack added.

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Perspective view looking north from Vale St. Image credit: DKO

&quot;As a team we spent a lot of time researching Cammeray and taking a lot of the design cues and understanding the local vernacular of the surrounding homes to create a contemporary apartment building that also nods to the history of the suburb and sits very well in its context&rdquo;.

Early in the design process, the landscape and built form character of Cammeray was analysed by ARCH and architecture firm DKO. From this a Cammeray character &ldquo;kit of parts&rdquo; was developed, including palettes of materiality, colour, texture and architectural features, forming the basis of the architectural and landscape concepts.

ARCH noted in there development application a key driver for the project was to develop a strongly site-derived proposal, which reflected the unique attributes of the area to strengthen local identity despite its continuing densification.

Millervale will&nbsp;replace the existing three-houses on the amalgamated 902 sqm site. The scale of the building is in keeping with the older walk-up style apartment buildings in proximity to the site.

DKO Senior Associate Sonny Oh noted in the design statement submission that&nbsp;the role of DKO&rsquo;s architecture is to mediate between the past, present and future of the site and surrounds.

&ldquo;The dwelling size and mix is in response to the demographics of the area and a market demand for larger apartments, which offer an alternative to detached or semi-detached dwellings,&rdquo; Oh wrote.

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Perspective view of pedestrian entry on Vale Street. Image credit: DKO

Offering open and light spaces, the apartments have considered ventilation, outlook, solar access and storage, further responding to the market needs.

The landscaping is a key component of the design, and has been sought to be integrated throughout the built form to contribute to the existing landscape character of the area as well as providing significant amenity to the future residents and neighbouring residents of the site.

Millervale will be part of the growing suburb of Cammeray, in the leafy Lower North Shore area.

Within close proximity to the Local Centre of Cammeray and Cammeray Square shopping centre, residents will benefit from a variety of everyday services and hospitality offerings, all within a five-minute walk. It is also situated adjacent to Cammeray public school, and Norths Cammeray Club, which is also within a five-minute walk.

Bus stops directly adjacent to the site along Miller street provide access to public transport to Chatswood, Crows Nest, North Sydney and onto the CBD, while the surrounding context also has a range of open space and recreational amenity, offering a diversity of passive and active spaces.

Dubbed Millervale, due to its location on the corner of Miller and Vale Street, the project will comprise just eight, three-bedroom apartments across the striking building.

First look: ARCH lodges plans for Millervale, Cammeray apartment development

Arcadia is among&nbsp;Lane Cove’s most coveted new addresses, combining bushland panoramas with sophisticated architectural designs.

Never to be built-out natural vistas create a green backdrop to the apartment development, nestled at the doorstep of the bushland reserve along Stringybark Creek.

Delivered by DASCO, Arcadia features&nbsp;69 one, two and three-bedroom residences across three individual buildings.

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Diverse floorplans feature a range of offerings, including double-storey layouts, studies, media spaces, while select three-storey, terrace-style residences feature their own private entrances.

Floorplans extend up to 227sqm, making these apartments more than $800,000 cheaper than a similar-sized, free-standing home in the area.

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Arcadia focuses on alfresco living, with generous private terraces, courtyards and sun-soaked balconies providing a sublime setting for relaxing and entertaining outdoors.

Inside, living spaces are roomy and airy, graced with top-quality Italian ILVE appliances, stone benchtops, a smart home system and floor-to-ceiling windows.

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Residents can choose between two considered colour schemes. The stylish lighter and darker colour palettes, Sunrise and Sunset, allows buyers to personalise their surroundings to suit their taste.

Lane Cove lies within one of Australia’s top 10 most advantaged Local Government Areas, according to the Australian Bureau of Statistics.

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Located close to several major centres including the Sydney and North Sydney CBDs, Macquarie Park and Chatswood, its convenience is a major drawcard.

A number of infrastructure and community projects and upgrades have helped to transform the suburb and its village, which has become a popular and diverse destination in its own right.

These include an upgrade of Lane Cove Plaza and the opening of The Canopy, poised to become Lane Cove’s premier dining and shopping destination.

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Central and convenient, Arcadia enjoys easy access to the area’s many attractions and amenities. It is located a 4-minute walk from the nearest bus stop on Centennial Avenue and a 12-minute bus ride to Chatswood.

The CBD lies within a 15-minute drive from the residence and premier education institutions are within close proximity, including Lane Cove and Lane Cove West Public Schools, St Ignatius’ College Riverview and Macquarie Uni.

“We are thrilled to bring our signature quality, vision and lifestyle focus to beautiful Lane Cove and deliver a product that we know will resonate with style-conscious buyers”, DASCO director Salim Nicolas said.

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Arcadia delivers a lush living experience to a range of buyers, and the lush surrounding treescape ensures a feeling of peace, tranquillity and seclusion rarely found in urban living.

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A number of infrastructure and community projects and upgrades have helped to transform the suburb and its village, which has become a popular and diverse destination in its own right.

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Arcadia, the Lower North Shore apartments attracting families and investors

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The Willoughby headquarters of the Nine Network is about to hit the market.
The LEPC9 joint venture which consists of Sydney-based property group and funds management company Lotus Group and Hong Kong-based global property group Euro Properties is behind the sale.
The three hectare, mixed-used development located on Artarmon Road in Sydney’s lower north shore has been ‘Masterplan Approved’.
Designed by architects CHROFI, the site currently includes approval for 460 apartments across nine buildings ranging in height from four to nine storeys, as well as public piazzas and open green space.
Channel Nine will remain the tenant until late 2020.
Euro Properties Executive Director Jeff Chan said: “Since the joint venture acquired the site in August 2015, we have added considerable value in developing the masterplan and working with the award-winning architects, CHROFI to conceive this highly sophisticated concept plan for the site.” 
“LEPC9 has had numerous advances from prominent groups and has resolved to take the site to market now that significant value has been added to the site through the uplift in density with a new masterplan including improvements in overall layout as well as new connection to the nature reserve.”
Colliers International National Director, Development Sites, Residential, Guillaume Volz said they expect a hot contest amongst big development groups.
 “A lot of developers have either held off buying waiting for better market conditions or have not found suitable sites to acquire,” Volz said.
“This prudent approach has however led to many companies facing a gap in their development pipeline.
“We have seen evidence of increasing confidence as there have been several direct approaches for the Channel Nine site particularly from those developer interest is increasing with developer’s looking to restock for 2020 and beyond.
“The location and the fact the site is masterplan approved allows groups to put their mark on the development and to take it forward.
“Significantly, with Channel Nine still tenanting the site until late 2020, the site remains cash-flow positive.
“Furthermore, the supply wave of apartment sites in Sydney has dramatically dropped and there is significantly less supply coming into the market until 2021/2022.”
Volz said Colliers International planned to present this opportunity to developers overseas as well as the local market. 
“Willoughby is grossly underdeveloped and therefore perfectly placed to capture improving buyer sentiment, particularly in the highly desirable lower north shore,” Volz added.
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Channel Nine's Willoughby HQ site comes to market

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A development site with approval for nearly 100 apartments in Sydney’s North Shore has been listed for sale through Savills.
The site at 2-8 Pymble Avenue and 2-4 Everton Street, Pymble comes with Development Approval for residential located within one of Sydney’s prestigious north shore suburbs.
According to Savills, the influx of residential development sites for sale throughout Sydney has surged in the past 12 months, but the Pymble site with 7,879 sqm area already comes in with all the approvals. 
This site currently encompasses a consolidated single registered title of land containing three existing detached single and double storey dwellings. 
The property is zoned R4 High Density Residential under the Ku-Ring-Gai LEP 2012 with a height limit ranging between 11.5 and 17.5 metres and a blended FSR of 1:1.
The site is DA approved for the construction of 98 oversized residential apartments and 1 x 100sq m ground floor neighbourhood shop together with basement parking for 156 vehicles. 
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The DA Approved Gross Floor Area is 8,547sqm* and the site is perfectly positioned at the top of a ridge to capitalise on the views back towards the Sydney CBD and the Blue Mountains.
It is close to public transport. 
The marketing is being done by Neil Cooke, Stuart Cox and Johnathon Broome of Savills Australia.
“In 2017, the amount of DA approved sites for circa 100 apartments has completely dried up particularly in blue chip areas such as Pymble on Sydney’s North Shore,” said Neil Cooke.
He added that the Draft Construction Certificate has already been issued for the site, and it states that all Pre-CC Conditions of Consent have been satisfied, and confirms that only the payment of the standard contributions is required in order for the Construction Certificate to be immediately finalised.
Cox added that there was “excellent continuing demand for premium residential apartments” in this location as evidenced by the success of recent project campaigns released within Pymble and surrounding suburbs.  
The site is being offered through expressions of interest with the EOI closing on October 19.
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Site with apartment approvals in Sydney’s North Shore listed: Savills

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The North Shore office markets of North Sydney, St Leonards, Macquarie Park and Chatswood are reaping the benefits from an increase in domestic and offshore investment. 
Low interest rates, major new infrastructure and rising effective rentals underpin this investment demand, according to a new report by CI Australia on the North Shore.
Major new North Sydney CBD developments scheduled for completion in 2018/19 will pre-lease to major corporates and create an onflow of service tenants to North Sydney. B Grade rentals and values will rise due to stock withdrawals, says the report.
“A supercharging of densities and land uses will continue as the NSW government continues to focus on mixed-use development surrounding existing infrastructure,” says the report. 
The Sydney Metro project and improved road infrastructure will boost investment and consolidate the position of North Sydney and the North Shore markets as the essential elements of Sydney’s economic arc.
“Expect further downward pressure on yields for North Shore secondary assets as effective rental growth crystallises.”
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The Market 
The Sydney North Shore is a collection of four commercial markets located close to the Sydney CBD. 
The area extends from the Northern end of the Sydney Harbour Bridge through to major northern metropolitan areas, such as Macquarie Park. 
Characterised by its dynamic central core, The North Sydney CBD has historically been regarded as the focal point of the North Shore office market. However, in terms of total office space, it has been eclipsed by Macquarie Park, which now sits as NSW’s largest office market outside of the Sydney CBD. 
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The North Shore area is an active environment for developers, investors and tenants seeking opportunities made available through its broad and diverse markets, offering a variety of size, use and growth potential. 
When combined, these four markets provide a total 2,295,907sqm of commercial office space. These include: 
1. North Sydney 822,496sqm 
2. Crows Nest/St Leonards 315,542sqm 
3. Chatswood 278,919sqm 
4. Macquarie Park (MP) 878,950sqm
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