<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/bates-smart">Bates Smart</a> is one of Melbourne's longest standing architecture firms.

Founded in Melbourne in 1853 by Joseph Reed, the firm began as Reed &amp; Barnes and has evolved through various partnerships before adopting the Bates Smart name in the 20th century. With a continuous presence spanning more than 170 years, the practice has played a pivotal role in shaping Melbourne’s architectural identity.

In the 19th century, Bates Smart designed several of Melbourne’s enduring landmarks, including the Royal Exhibition Building (1880), a UNESCO World Heritage site, and the Melbourne Town Hall. The firm’s influence continued into the 20th century with notable works such as Ici House (1958), considered Melbourne’s first modern skyscraper and a milestone in post-war Australian architecture.

One of their landmark designs was&nbsp;The First Church of Christ, Scientist, at 336-340 St Kilda Road. The building, which is listed on the Victorian Heritage Register, was designed by Bates, Peeble and Smart with construction completed in 1922. Architecturally, the building is significant as a rare example of early twentieth century classicism applied to a religious building. Historically, the building is significant as the first church of the Christian Science movement.

Melbourne developer Time &amp; Place decided to bring Bates Smart back to the area to design their next residential apartment project, Park Modern.

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<a href="https://www.urban.com.au/new-apartments/park-modern-south-melbourne-1-middleton-lane-south-melbourne-vic-3205">Park Modern</a>, on one of the largest island sites on the Melbourne CBD fringe, bordered by Dorcas Street, Wells Street, and Middleton Lane, will comprise two sculptural towers. It is being positioned as a design-forward response to evolving owner-occupier preferences in the Domain precinct.

Tim Price, Director at <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/time-place">Time &amp; Place</a>, says&nbsp;Bates Smart have got a footprint on this city, probably like no other architect.

"It’s a really nice kind of next chapter story, that they created from a design perspective so long ago," Price told Apartments.com.au.

Park Modern will be the third time Time &amp; Place has worked with Bates Smart, having successfully designed and delivered Collins House and Opera on St Kilda Road together.

The brief focused on creating a built form that would feel contextually appropriate while offering a contemporary evolution of inner-city apartment living.

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The focus for Park Modern is squarely on owner-occupiers.

“It’s not always about downsizing," Price says.

"Sometimes it’s just about creating a space which is easily maintained, lock up and leave, reflecting people’s aspirations, whether they’re entertainers, big dining room spaces, big open terraces, they’re important parts of any design consideration.”

The building includes a mix of one, two and three-bedroom apartments, as well as penthouses, with layouts and floor plans designed to suit a broad demographic. The architecture has been shaped to capture&nbsp;view corridors to the Botanic Gardens, Port Phillip Bay and the CBD skyline.

Each apartment has been oriented to maximise natural light and provide a clear outlook, elements often cited by owner-occupiers as key criteria.

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Rather than defaulting to a generic luxury offering, the amenity strategy at Park Modern reflects specific insights into how residents want to live. The ground floor will include co-working areas, wellness facilities, and a concierge-led lobby that blends indoor and outdoor design cues.

“Wellness has become a more thoughtful consideration, not just gyms or lap pools, but things like magnesium plunge pools, saunas, daybeds, and studio spaces for Pilates and the regular cardio workout,” says Price.

One notable inclusion is a substantial porte-cochère, a covered vehicle drop-off zone integrated into the site plan. It’s a feature rarely seen in inner-urban developments and speaks to the team’s emphasis on ease of arrival and departure for residents and guests.

A display suite for Park Modern is now open by appointment, giving prospective buyers an early look at the project.

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Joel Robinson

100 years on, Bates Smart returns to South Melbourne's Domain Precinct to design Park Modern

One of the most significant beachfront projects ever proposed for the small suburb of Miami on the Gold Coast, has taken a major step forward.&nbsp;Monaco Property Group has secured approval for <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/nalu-miami-122-marine-parade-qld-4220">NALU</a>, a $500 million development comprising just 45 ultra-luxury residences on the iconic former Nobby’s Outlook site.

Acquired by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/monaco-property-group">Monaco Property Group</a> in 2024 for $70 million, the rare 7,238 sqm Marine Parade parcel boasts more than 80 metres of uninterrupted ocean frontage.

With approvals now secured, Monaco Property Group will move NALU into its delivery phase. The project has been designed by&nbsp;<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/bda-architecture">BDA Architecture</a>, who collaborated with&nbsp;<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/landscape-architect/ldg-landscape-architecture">LDG Landscape Architecture</a> and <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/interior-designers/tom-mark-henry">Tom Mark Henry Interiors</a>&nbsp;to create the low-rise building, its landscaping, and interiors.

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Residences will range from 237 sqm layouts to beachfront homes exceeding 1,400 sqm.

At the heart of the project is a 2,200 sqm lifestyle precinct with a bathhouse, fitness centre and resort-style pool, elevated by a concierge service.

Jonathan Grasso, Co-Founder of Monaco Property Group, said the council approval marks an exciting milestone for NALU, which will launch in Q1 2026.

“The project will now progress toward construction, working alongside our world-class collaborators to bring NALU to life," Grasso said.

“Our vision is to create a legacy project for the Gold Coast, one that not only honours the history of the site but also elevates its future, setting a new standard for coastal living in Australia. NALU embodies the pinnacle of design and location and will stand as an enduring icon of prestige and liveability.”

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Originally developed in the 1970s as Nobby’s Outlook and later refurbished in 2019 as Nalu, the property has long held a place in the local community’s coastal identity. The new vision will build on this legacy, creating luxury residences that capture ocean views while fostering a lifestyle defined by wellness, connection, and ease.&nbsp;

Beyond its residential offering, NALU will deliver significant economic benefits to the Gold Coast through job creation and opportunities for local suppliers and contractors. Construction is anticipated to commence in early 2026, with completion expected in Q3 2028.

Monaco Property Group approved for $500 million NALU apartments on Miami beach

The most elevated residential tower in Palm Beach, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/corallo-palm-beach-5-palm-beach-avenue-palm-beach-qld-4221">Corallo</a>, has officially launched this week, however only a handful of buyers will have an opportunity to buy in to the 17-storey project.

The $200 million mixed-use project includes ground floor dining and retail and is considered so valuable its developer, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/changfa-group">Changfa Group</a>, will be staging its release of one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments and penthouses to the market.

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<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/project-marketer/colliers">Colliers</a> International, Director, David Higgins, said the development’s location just metres from the beach on the corner of Palm Beach Avenue and the Gold Coast Highway influenced the sculptural design by the acclaimed Plus Architecture studio.

“<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/palm-beach-qld-4221">Palm Beach</a> locals understand the rare opportunity here at Corallo, particularly being the tallest building in the suburb and its proximity to the beach and local restaurants, and they’ve represented the bulk of pre-launch enquiries,” Higgins said.

“The orientation of the apartments captures views of the coastline from Surfers Paradise to Currumbin, and the diversity of floor plans and apartment types provide an exceptional level of choice.

“The first release includes just 59 one-, two and three-bedroom apartments and two half-floor penthouses, with flexible use designed to appeal to both owner-occupiers and investors."

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In addition to the ground floor amenity, residents will also have access to a private dedicated wellness level offering 734 sqm of resort-style amenities including a pool, cold plunge, wet deck, steam room, sauna, gym, day bed, fire pit, barbecue area, dining area and yoga/stretch deck.

The project is located within walking distance of Tallebudgera Creek, Burleigh Heads village, Currumbin Alley and Palm Beach Currumbin High School. The Gold Coast Airport is under 10 minutes away.

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Higgins said Palm Beach remained a hotly contested suburb for home buyers, with prices doubling in the past five years.

“What makes Corallo so appealing to the local market is the diversity of apartment types and pricing, with one-bedroom apartments starting from $841,000 and two-bedroom apartments starting from $1.34 million,” he said.

“The ground floor retail and dining offering will further expand on Palm Beach’s village atmosphere and create a meeting place for locals, and those opportunities for connection are highly valued.”

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The on-site sales display, which includes a fully fitted kitchen, bathroom and bedroom, will be open until early works commence in Q1 2026. Each residence at Corallo will feature premium finishes including natural stone, artisanal brickwork, and warm copper accents.

Changfa Group has a two-decade history of delivering premium developments in Australia and internationally, having recently completed its collection of premium townhomes at Lyra, Hope Island, as well as apartment projects in Leichhardt, Carlingford, and Chatswood in New South Wales.

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$200 million Corallo Palm Beach launches with limited apartment release

In a move that aligns with NSW's accelerated planning incentives for affordable housing, developer&nbsp;<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/the-one-collection">One Collection</a> has revised its Hills District apartment plans, and taken it to the NSW Government, to secure approval.

The developer, which is currently delivering Horizon Hurstville, is seeking to add 80 more apartments to its <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/the-one-castle-hill-16-dawes-avenue-nsw-2154">Castle Hill development</a> near Castle Towers. They already have approval for 280 apartments across eight six-storey buildings.

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Now on the desks of the NSW Department of Planning is 360 apartments, 48 of which will be dedicated to affordable housing.&nbsp;Affordable housing is to be “fully integrated within the building and visually indistinguishable,” according to the planning submission.

The 15,697 sqm block, an amalgamation of 16 sites, spans across Dawes Avenue, Hughes Avenue, and Camdan Crescent, sits 550m from Hills Showground Metro Station.&nbsp;

"The existing context is quickly changing from free-standing homes into residential flat buildings in line with the Hills Showground Precinct planning framework," Place Studio noted.

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They said the design was informed by the site's unique condition of having three street frontages and was developed to to respond sensitively to iots surrounding context.

"The design adopted a conventional perpendicular alignment to the primary street frontage. The massing of the development was carefully modulated to align with the evolving character of the neighbourhood. The design ensured that the scale was not excessive or out of context, but instead contributed to a cohesive urban form consistent with emerging developments in the area."

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The apartment mix will be 46 one-beds, 168 two-bed apartments, and 146 three-bedroom units, with 631 parking spaces proposed.

Along the street frontages, the building heights are four storeys with a 7.5 metre setback, and eight storeys with an 11.5 metre setback. It should cost about $150 million to build.

One Collection works hand-in-hand with the respected development and construction firm Masscon, which has built a reputation for leveraging its expertise in the built environment to take on developments others can't. That's what they're achieving at Horizon Hurstville, having taken over the project to deliver it.

First look: One Collection advances plans for Castle Hill apartments

At Yarra’s Edge, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/mirvac">Mirvac</a>’s newest tower under construction, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/trielle-at-yarra-s-edge-docklands-16-point-park-crescent-docklands-vic-3008">Trielle</a>, sets a new benchmark for elevated living. Rising 45 storeys, 12.5 metres from the Yarra River, the landmark building offers residents access to a private wellness retreat and spa, a resident-only golf simulator, and an elegant lounge, dining and bar complete with a self-playing piano, all without ever having to leave home.

Now, that sense of elevation has reached new heights with the Aerus Sub-Penthouses, a limited release of half-floor riverfront residences on the Collins St axis where the sought-after street meets the Yarra River.

Each Aerus Sub-Penthouse, located across levels 42 and 43, represents the most expansive offering within Trielle, aside from the yet-to-be-revealed crowning penthouses. Spanning between 269 and 301 sqm, these residences are designed to capture natural light and uninterrupted views of the city skyline, Yarra River, and Port Phillip Bay.

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Among the collection are three-bedroom sub penthouses, complemented by a media room, and expansive four-bedroom layouts. All include panoramic living areas and oversized master suites with luxury ensuites reminiscent of a five-star hotel, complemented by dedicated dressing rooms finished in timber and natural stone.

The interiors have been crafted by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/mirvac-design">Mirvac Design</a>, the developer’s award-winning in-house architecture and design team. Every material has been chosen for quality and longevity, from sculpted stone island benches with feature soft wash LED lighting to bespoke joinery and chevron timber oak flooring.

Kitchens are fitted with a BORA induction cooktop with integrated downdraft extractor, alongside Gaggenau appliances, including a fridge, freezer, and wine fridge. The adjoining butler’s pantry incorporates the exclusive Gaggenau Minimalistic Series including oven, steam oven, microwave, coffee machine and warming drawer, all concealed behind handleless glass panels for a clean, integrated presentation. Bathrooms feature custom Apaisar freestanding baths and basins and natural stone benchtops, continuing Mirvac’s design emphasis on tactile, timeless materials.&nbsp;

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Michael Wiener, Design Director at Mirvac, says The Aerus Sub-Penthouse embodies the apex of Mirvac’s design ethos.

“Moving through your home is like walking on air - a private sanctuary where the craftsmanship is refined, the proportions generous, and the flow so effortless, you feel completely at ease in the sky,” Wiener says.

“In Aerus, we wanted to create a sense of weightlessness - a home that feels suspended in the skyline, full of light, grounded in luxury.”

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The Aerus Sub-Penthouses are expected to attract a mix of local and international buyers seeking a long-term residence of scale and quality in a riverfront setting, from returning expats to established families and business owners who value privacy, craftsmanship, and convenience within walking distance of the CBD.

With an unmatched suite of amenities, Trielle is the most extensively appointed development Mirvac has created to date at Yarra’s Edge. Within the tower will be The Oasis, a 900 sqm podium rooftop wellness retreat designed in collaboration with spa expert Naomi Gregory. Located seven storeys above the Yarra River promenade, it features a 25-metre lap pool, spa and sauna, hot magnesium spa, biophilic gym, yoga and Pilates studio, cold-pail contrast treatment, and day spa treatment rooms. Further amenities include a piano lounge, bookable dining room, cinema room, golf simulator studio, games room, teppanyaki bar, dog wash bay, and two flexible work hubs, The Biblioteca library and Mills Place office space, catering to residents’ evolving lifestyle needs.

Construction of the $350 million tower is underway through Mirvac’s in-house construction arm, with completion anticipated for mid-2027.

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Sky-high sanctuaries: Mirvac unveils The Aerus sub-penthouses at Trielle

Southbank apartments

While South Bank generally refers to the collection of suburbs south of a river that dissects the city (think Brisbane or London), Melbourne's Southbank is a suburb in its own right, and it's arguably the most connected suburb in the whole of Melbourne.

Given its proximity to the city and the river, it's no surprise that the near-12,000 apartments make up over 98 per cent of dwellings in the 3006 postcode, the 2021 ABS Census showed.

Private investment from the commercial, retail, and hospitality sectors has matched the increase in density and population, turning Southbank into one of the city's most vibrant residential and cultural hubs, right on the Yarra River. The focal point of <a href="/new-apartments/southbank-vic-3006">Southbank</a> is the casino Crown Melbourne, having stood just off the river for the best part of two decades, while the Melbourne Arts Centre and the National Gallery of Victoria are also key destinations.

It wasn't until the 1990s when the suburb began its development, having predominantly been a commercial and industrial area. Now skyscrapers line the skyline.

Just over two decades ago, work began on <a href="/buildings/eureka-tower-7-riverside-quay-southbank">Eureka Tower</a>, which by the time it completed in 2006, was the tallest residential building in the southern hemisphere at nearly 300 metres, putting Southbank on the global map.

That was topped in 2020 when the 317-metre <a href="/buildings/australia-108-southbank-70-southbank-boulevard-southbank">Australia 108</a> was completed. Australia 108, only 200 metres from the front door of Eureka, comprises 1105 apartments across a 100-level building.

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It was one of the first crop of towers with upscaled resident amenities, a trend which we've seen only grow in the last five years.

The building boasts two exclusive resident grand lobbies with lounges and a hotel-style porte-cochere. The Sky Rise Club features a heated indoor swimming pool, a sauna, a fully equipped gym, a theatre, a grand dining room, and a virtual golf room.

The Star Club, on Levels 70 and 71 and reserved for owners of the more premium apartments, features double-height, full glass infinity pools with spa facilities, along with two state-of-the-art gyms, dining rooms, expansive lounge rooms, a reading room, a private cinema, and a sky garden.

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One of the newest tower developments in development in Southbank is <a href="/new-apartments/sth-bnk-by-beulah-southbank-60-southbank-boulevard-southbank">STH BNK by Beulah</a>. One of the two towers, at 366 metres, will be the tallest in Australia.

The 367-apartment development has already seen records shattered after it hit the market last year.&nbsp;A penthouse broke the Melbourne off the plan apartment record when it sold for $35 million, only to be topped by a sub penthouse <a href="/news/vic/sth-bnk-by-beulah-breaks-melbourne-apartment-record-again">that sold for $38 million</a>.

At the heart of&nbsp;<a href="/new-apartments/sth-bnk-by-beulah-southbank-60-southbank-boulevard-southbank">STH BNK by Beulah</a>&nbsp;will be the world’s tallest ‘greenscraper’—promising a green, active and connected urban environment with the future of retail innovation, customised hospitality, fresh food perspectives, cultural experiences, and vitality and wellness at its core.

A wellness precinct, located on an entire podium level in&nbsp;<a href="/new-apartments/sth-bnk-by-beulah-southbank-60-southbank-boulevard-southbank">STH BNK by Beulah</a>, is designed to be the city's world-class, all-in-one health and wellness destination backed by science's leading practices.

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International developer&nbsp;<a href="/developers/osk-property">OSK Property</a>&nbsp;is also working on one of the largest mixed-use precincts in Melbourne nearby.

<a href="/buildings/melbourne-square-93-119-kavanagh-street-southbank">Melbourne Square</a>, across an unrepeatable two-hectare site on City Road above Melbourne’s internationally acclaimed Arts Precinct, is well into its development, with two towers already completed and ready to move in.

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Currently under construction is <a href="/new-apartments/blvd-at-melbourne-square-19-hoff-boulevard-southbank">BLVD</a>, the latest stage which offers just over 600 apartments across a 74-level tower littered with facilities like&nbsp;private dining rooms, state-of-the-art gyms, a 25m indoor swimming pool, spa, sauna, golf simulator, entertainment and lounge spaces, and a double-storey co-working area on levels 55 and 56.&nbsp;

Multiplex is building BLVD, which is slated for completion in early 2028.

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While precedent has been set for towers getting up to 100 levels, not every development in Southbank is reaching that high into the sky.

Almost boutique at 62-levels is The Queensbridge Building by Time &amp; Place, MaxCap Group and Hickory, under construction on Queensbridge Street, just one street back from Crown Melbourne.

<a href="/new-apartments/the-queensbridge-building-southbank-90-queensbridge-street-southbank">The Queensbridge Building</a> will have 367 apartments which will share the building with the 188-room Hannah St. Hotel, operated by TFE Hotels.

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Only a handful of developments have completed in recent years. Central Equity's FOCUS is Melbourne's most awarded high-rise development in 2023.

<a href="/buildings/focus-melbourne-81-city-road-southbank">FOCUS</a>, rising 50 levels on City Road, won the&nbsp;prestigious Victorian Housing Award from the HIA, and also a coveted UDIA Victoria Award for Excellence.

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The $450 million FOCUS Melbourne comprises a&nbsp;mix of one, two, and three-bedroom apartments.

International developer Landence also recently completed its slice of Southbank. <a href="/buildings/the-evermore-southbank-58-66-dorcas-street-southbank">The Evermore</a>, a two-tower development designed by Hayball closer to the Botanic Gardens than the Yarra River, has over 50 different floorplans for buyers to choose from.

There are 366 one, two and three-bedroom apartments in The Evermore, atop a&nbsp;podium level housing upscale retail spaces.

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Enquiry for apartments in Southbank on Apartments.com.au has been dominated by&nbsp;first home buyers since the start of 2024.

They represent 46 per cent of enquiry in Southbank this year, followed by those buying their next home (34 per cent), and then investors (20 per cent).

Project searches in Southbank spiked by nearly 60 per cent from September to October, with enquiry also jumping by 75 per cent.

Southbank’s skyline evolution: The rise of new apartment living on the Yarra River

Southbank, <a href="/developments/southbank-vic-3006">the epicentre of Melbourne's culture scene</a>, is set to see a striking addition to it's residential pipeline with Young Group's Aurum on Clarendon,&nbsp;a distinct new landmark designed by award-winning architecture group Fender Katsalidis.

The development will stand out amongst <a href="/developments/southbank-vic-3006">Southbank's grand towers and high-rise buildings</a>, due in part to its graceful golden forms and sleek, modern design.

Aurum's signature circular motif is artfully incorporated into its street-level façade, engaging with passersby and introducing visitors to the exceptional design that lies within. As one's gaze ascends, the building's exterior transitions into a simpler, lighter expression of sleek, gridded glass, beautifully reflecting the brilliance of Melbourne's cityscape.

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There's three different categories of residences in Aurum; the Classic Residences, the Bespoke Residences and the Penthouse collection.&nbsp;

The Penthouses, elevated in scale and luxury, offer an extravagant amount of space and opulent details. What sets these residences apart is the personalised approach they offer, allowing residents to tailor the floor plan to suit their individual lifestyles.

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From the layout to the finest finishing touches, the Penthouses at Aurum are a testament to bespoke living at its finest.

The Bespoke Residences, on the other hand, are defined by their generous proportions and unique details. These residences feature a sculptured island bench, stone accents, and custom-made joinery that is exclusive to Aurum.&nbsp;

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For those seeking a more classic and sophisticated living experience, the Classic Residences at Aurum offer a blend of timeless design and modern comfort. The interiors boast rich stone finishes and parquetry flooring, elevating these residences to the pinnacle of elegance.

Private balconies, seamlessly integrated into the building's form, serve as light-filled outdoor retreats, providing residents with sweeping views of the surrounding cityscape.

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The development will stand out amongst Southbank's grand towers and high-rise buildings, due in part to its graceful golden forms and sleek, modern design

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How Fender Katsalidis designed Aurum on Clarendon in Melbourne's Southbank

Developer Capital Alliance is offering prospective purchasers in The Normanby, the collection of apartments above the recently opened AC Hotel by Marriott, to secure an apartment at 2022 prices, before a price increase in the next few weeks.

Prices for the two and three-bedroom apartments are set to rise from July 1. Two-bedroom apartments are currently priced from $812,400 and three-bedroom apartments from just over $1.4 million.

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Comprising 101 residences, Normanby boasts expansive views of the CBD and Bay from every apartment, with only a select number of apartments across each level.&nbsp;

Designed by DKO Architecture, the residences provide a blend of style and functionality, equipped with gas cooking and ducted air-conditioning, along with a careful selection of fixtures and finishes.

Every apartment includes a personal storage cage on the residential level, eliminating the hassle of frequent trips to the basement.

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Residents enjoy full access to AC Hotel Level 7, which features a lounge, bar, and restaurant, while membership options are also available for those seeking access to the gym and pool amenities.

Normanby provides secure residential access and private residential elevators, in addition to a contract-ban on short-stay accomodation, meaning residents won't be disrupted by transient visitors.&nbsp;

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Comprising 101 residences, Normanby boasts expansive views of the CBD and Bay from every apartment, with only a select number of apartments across each level

Final chance to buy into Southbank's The Normanby before prices increase 

Melbourne's iconic Australia 108 building is offering exclusive price reductions of up to a massive $225,000.

The developers, World Class Global, have cut the price&nbsp;for a limited-time only on the project's Cloud Residences, a collection of three-bedroom apartments which have come down from $1,823,000 to $1,567,000.

Australia 108, which became Melbourne's tallest tower when it was completed in 2020, was designed by Fender Katsalidis and features interiors by Carr Design.

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The tower, over 316 metres tall, features a range of hotel-style amenities scattered across it's 100 levels.

The building boasts two exclusive resident grand lobbies with lounges, along with a hotel-style porte-cochere, providing a grand entrance.&nbsp;

The resident facilities at Australia 108 are unparalleled, with the Sky Rise Club on Level 11 offering a range of amenities to enhance residents' lifestyles, including a heated indoor swimming pool, a sauna, a fully equipped gym, a theatre, a grand dining room and a virtual golf room.

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For an even more elevated experience, the Star Club on Levels 70 and 71 offers 360-degree panoramic views of the city, garden, and bay.

The exclusive space features dual, double-height full glass infinity pools with spa facilities, along with two state-of-the-art gyms, dining rooms, expansive lounge rooms, a reading room, a private cinema, and a sky garden.

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The apartments themselves feature floor-to-ceiling glass windows which maximises natural light and captures sweeping views.&nbsp;

Resident's will also benefit from being within proximity to Melbourne's vibrant arts and entertainment precincts which are just a short walk away, offering a range of dining, shopping and recreational opportunities.&nbsp;

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Australia 108, which became Melbourne's tallest tower when it was completed in 2020, was designed by Fender Katsalidis and features interiors by Carr Design

Over $200k price reductions at Southbank's Australia 108

Growland Group are looking to tap into the investor market at their Southbank development, Marco.&nbsp;

For a limited time only, the developer is providing a rental guarantee of up to five per cent for the first 12 months of ownership to lure investors.

Located in the vibrant Southbank precinct, Marco presents a unique fusion of urban convenience and luxurious living, with an array of world-class amenities and proximity to key attractions.

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One of the standout features of Marco is its unparalleled location. Situated just a stone's throw away from the Southbank retail and dining precinct, residents will have an extensive selection of culinary delights and shopping options at their doorstep.

The renowned NGV (National Gallery of Victoria) and the Arts Centre Melbourne are also within easy reach from Marco.&nbsp;

The convenience of Marco Melbourne extends beyond its immediate surroundings. A quick drive will take residents to the bustling CBD, along with Port Phillip Bay which is also in close proximity.

Within Marco, investors and tenants will be greeted with a wealth of amenities, including a pool, a private cinema room, state-of-the-art gym and a residents lounge.

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The two-tower development comprises a total of 432 apartments across the 36-level east tower and 40-level west tower.

The apartments themselves feature premium Smeg and Miele appliances, with select units boasting marble kitchen benchtops and integrated fridges and washing machines.&nbsp;

There's only one and two-bedroom apartments remaining in Marco, with prices from&nbsp;$390,000.

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Growland offer investor rental guarantee at Marco, Southbank apartments

The sculptural masterpiece STH BNK By Beulah is set to become Australia’s first five-minute vertical city, providing residents with a plethora of everyday essentials and world-class offerings within walking distance.

The vertically integrated city within a city will offer over 100 shops spanning retail, everyday essentials, food and dining (inclusive of a fresh food market), a comprehensive wellness precinct, a childcare centre, extensive green spaces including rooftop gardens and eight pocket parks dotted throughout, an innovative cultural centre in partnership with Centre Pompidou, over 50,000 sqm of commercial office space, in addition to a diverse residential offering.

Beulah's five-minute vertical city is substantially lower than the 15-minute benchmark set by planning models across the world, which was first introduced by French-Colombian scientist Carlos Moreno in 2016.

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In 2019, the Victorian Government launched a 20-minute neighbourhoods pilot program, following research that 20 minutes is the maximum time that people are willing to walk to meet their daily needs locally.

There is also evidence that active, walkable places produce a wealth of health, social, economic and environmental benefits.

At the helm of the globally collaborative project is Beulah Executive Director Adelene Teh, who says STH BNK offer residents a cosmopolitan lifestyle that prioritises not just health and wellness, but ultimate convenience in the heart of Melbourne.

“Evidence suggests that active, walkable places produce not only health and environmental benefits, but social and economic too. STH BNK By Beulah is redefining what can be made possible by exploring true vertical living."

"By providing a mini metropolis that truly has everything within walking distance, individuals can spend more time on what matters most, as opposed to travelling or commuting.”

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The State Government’s program outlines six key focus areas, with STH BNK By Beulah covering all six areas and more, to create a thriving mini-metropolis in the heart of Melbourne.

The first hallmark is being safe, accessible and well connected for pedestrians and cyclists to optimise active transport. STH BNK By Beulah achieves this via safe cycling networks, walkability and the STH BNK Auto Club: a fleet of 50 cars for residents to book via a car-share subscription. STH BNK By Beulah also provides services and destinations that support local living via childcare and play spaces, co-working spaces and art and culture offerings via a global partnership with Centre Pompidou.

Open spaces are addressed via local playgrounds, rooftop gardens, pocket parks and sport and recreational facilities, including exercise equipment and meditation zones, while urban farms, an outdoor cinema, cooking and dining facilities allow for improved wellbeing as a result of increased connection time.

Other hallmarks the project meets include delivering housing at density, including housing diversity across multiple sizes and price points, as well as facilitating access to quality public transport, with an abundance of trams, trains and buses within reach.

The thriving economy hallmark takes shape in the form of a world-class retail precinct, fresh food market, world-class entertainment and a global hotel.

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According to the government’s pilot program, if 50 per cent of short private vehicle trips were instead made walking, it would save the Victorian economy approximately $165 million a year in congestion, health, infrastructure and environmental costs. This projection indicates the benefits yet to come with STH BNK’s further reduced travel time.

In addition, by participating in 15-minutes of walking a day, five days a week, the disease burden from physical inactivity would reduce by about 13 per cent, while walkable streets and community spaces can provide critical opportunities for social interaction and social cohesion.

UNStudio Founder Ben van Berkel said it was important to create a building that does much more than just incorporate planting and green areas, to instead be highly biophilic.

“Mixed-use projects are extremely complex. They need to consolidate many different functions for a wide variety of user groups. With STH BNK By Beulah, this also involves a vast public component, so we had to programme the project in the right way to be able to have something for everybody on the site; to create a village in the city for a healthy and inclusive community,” he said.

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Beulah's five-minute vertical city is substantially lower than the 15-minute benchmark set by planning models across the world, which was first introduced by French-Colombian scientist Carlos Moreno in 2016.



STH BNK By Beulah to become Australia’s first ‘five-minute vertical city’

It’s quite rare to be able to buy into a completed and ready-to-move-in residential development in the heart of Melbourne, much less one that spans an entire inner-city block.&nbsp;

But buyers can still find a home in OSK Property’s Southbank development, Melbourne Square, which comprises two towers; the East and West Tower, along with a curated selection of retail, dining and amenity offerings.&nbsp;

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The design, by Cox Architecture, focussed on creating a community where every resident’s needs could be met within a short walk, with Southbank home to some of Melbourne’s most dynamic activity zones, including the arts precinct, the Yarra River, a number of sporting venues and open green spaces.&nbsp;

Two and three-bedroom floorplans can still be purchased in the development, with prices starting from $759,300 for a two-bed, two-bath apartment that spans 68 sqm.

Each apartment features a timeless design, with the interior curated in a joint venture by Carr Interior Design and Coco Republic. &nbsp;

The three-bed offerings are the only apartments to include a car space, which is quite a beneficial feature for an inner-city development, where parking can often be hard to find.&nbsp;

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A range of luxury penthouse apartments are also on offer, with the three-bed floorplans covering an expansive 192 sqm for just over $3.6 million. These residents will also benefit from a 25-metre pool, a gym and associated spa deck, which is only accessible to premium apartment buyers that are situated from level 54 and up, with the exclusive Sky Club rounding out the luxe offerings.&nbsp;

A communal podium is located on level eight in Melbourne Square, expanding further on the curated amenity within the development. Spread across two floors of both towers, the area features a 50-metre pool, along with an expansive park, a gym, seating and lounge options, as well as several dining spaces.&nbsp;

Over 6000 sqm of public space has also been included across the ground floor, with a landscaped public park, along with a number of green spaces and walkways, in addition to a full-line double-storey Woolworths, and a plethora of eateries, retail and dining options, from espresso bars, to cafes and bottle shops.&nbsp;

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Each apartment features a timeless design, with the interior curated in a joint venture by Carr Interior Design and Coco Republic

Limited opportunities remain at Southbank's completed Melbourne Square apartment development

Set on an elegant tree-lined boulevard in Southbank’s Arts Precinct and surrounded by 3,745 sqm of lush green parkland, Melbourne Square is an award-winning inner-city address in an established and thriving precinct delivering resort-style amenities and elevated wellbeing.

Developer OSK Property has built a successful reputation in the suburb having recently completed the build of the first two towers at Melbourne Square, as well as a heap of community amenity including a two-level Woolworths and a 3,745 sqm park designed by Taylor Cullity Lethlean.

Now the group has launched the third tower in the precinct, BLVD at 19 Hoff Boulevard, which will deliver a much needed 619 new apartments to the chronically under supplied Melbourne apartment market.

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Renowned architecture firm Cox Architecture is behind the design of the sculptural tower, having created the first two glass-swatched towers in the precinct with prices ranging from $517,000 to $5.5 million.

The second stage is one of the first residential projects in Australia to be registered for WELL Certification, offering residents a healthy environment as well as future-proof living with smart technology and co-working spaces.&nbsp;

Asia Pacific International WELL Building Institute's Vice President, Jack Noonan said they know that buildings must respond better to create places that feel healthier, happier and deliver more sustainable outcomes.

“This is why BLVD is one of the first residential projects in Australia registered to pursue WELL Certification. OSK Property has applied this world-leading framework from the ground up with a holistic suite of integrated solutions, including optimised access to natural light, great thermal comfort and indoor air quality, through to social, fitness and mental wellbeing amenities. Together, they create an ecosystem to help you live well every day,” Noonan said.

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Local buyers, mainly from Southbank, Docklands and the CBD are tipped to engage the most with the new tower, with strong interest already generated from buyers who purchased in the previous stage.&nbsp;

Uninterrupted view lines across the Arts Precinct, Royal Botanic Gardens and Sidney Myer Music Bowl have underpinned a lot of the interest so far, as has the ability to buy into the already established Melbourne Square community, with a full-line Woolworths, childcare centre and 3,745 sqm of established gardens, cascading water and leafy grounds.&nbsp;

Cox Architecture Director Paul Curry says with the successful completion of Stage 1, Melbourne Square is the largest consolidated site in Southbank.

“Creating any lasting legacy is ambitious, but four years ago, a vision for Melbourne Square emerged to do just that," Curry says.

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"A place enhanced by the cultural Arts Precinct and iconic city venues around it, and a place that enriches life for those within it, creating a true Melbourne community amidst thriving gardens, parks and genuine amenity.

"Now we present the next evolution, BLVD. The tallest building currently planned on site that extends the language of landscape and surrounding nature. With gently rounded corners and curved glazing, the tower rises to the sky with a softness in its architecture and elegance in design. Below it, the podium displays a fine degree of materiality and focus on articulation from the ground level."

A mix of one, two,three-bedroom and penthouse apartments are on offer at BLVD, with the interiors designed by Carr.

Prices start from $517k for a one-bedroom apartment and $714k for a two-bedroom apartment. The three-bedroom apartments are generous in size in comparison to other high-rise residential projects, spanning from 106 sqm to 177 sqm, with prices for those beginning at $1.146 million.&nbsp;

Construction of BLVD is set to commence in the first quarter of 2024, with completion slated for late 2026 / early 2027.

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Now the group have launched the third tower in the precinct, BLVD at 19 Hoff Boulevard, which will deliver a much needed 619 new apartments to the chronically under supplied Melbourne apartment market.

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