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

From ONE to ERA: Why buyers are choosing GWH again in Newcastle West

Virgate Property Group is preparing to commence construction of Verdé, its new apartment development in Melbourne's Arts Precinct at Southbank, following a strong run of sales that has seen more than half of the project's 173 apartments secured.

Verdé has attracted a broad mix of first home buyers, owner-occupiers upgrading from nearby inner-city suburbs and investors, with younger owner-occupier couples aged between 28 and 45 accounting for the strongest enquiry. Many are already living in Southbank, South Melbourne, Albert Park, Port Melbourne, South Yarra and the CBD.

"Verdé is located in one of the most desirable pockets of southern Melbourne," Blair Property Group Director Darren Blair, who is managing sales at Verdé, said.

"It's within walking distance of the Arts Centre, Royal Botanic Gardens, Albert Park Lake, and Southbank's restaurants and retail. It's a great lifestyle location with strong amenity and liveability, which made it a very attractive choice for the project."

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Virgate was already familiar with the precinct, having previously delivered the successful Domain House development in neighbouring South Melbourne. That experience gave the developer confidence to acquire the Coventry Street site and continue expanding its presence in Melbourne's inner south.

"We had been keeping an eye on the site and the broader precinct for a few months before deciding to move forward with the acquisition," Virgate said.

The project was ultimately secured in 2020 following feasibility studies, planning assessments and due diligence, with the brief centred on delivering "a high-quality, considered design that feels both refined and fit for purpose."

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Designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/bruce-henderson-architects">Bruce Henderson Architects</a>, Verdé comprises 173 one, two and three-bedroom apartments priced from $599,000. The architecture is distinguished by a faceted glass façade that responds to both the site's outlook and Melbourne's changing light conditions.

According to Bruce Henderson Architects, the coloured glazing gives the building a distinctive identity while also providing privacy and solar shading, with residences oriented to capture views across the bay, city skyline and surrounding parklands.

Inside, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/interior-designers/designoffice">DesignOffice</a> has created interiors focused on natural light, efficient planning and enduring materials. Apartments feature engineered oak flooring, natural stone benchtops, floor-to-ceiling glazing and SMEG appliances, while a restrained material palette aims to complement the expansive outlooks rather than compete with them.

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Resident amenity has also been designed around everyday functionality rather than occasional use. Facilities include a concierge-serviced lobby, residents' lounge with fireplace, library and co-working space, gym, terrace garden with barbecue facilities, ground-floor café, and package delivery management.

The project's location continues to be one of its strongest drawcards. Positioned on Coventry Street, Verdé sits within walking distance of the National Gallery of Victoria, Arts Centre Melbourne, Royal Botanic Gardens and Albert Park Lake, while Southbank's dining precinct, Sturt Street trams and the new ANZAC Station are all nearby. The surrounding education catchment also includes Melbourne Grammar, Melbourne Girls Grammar, Mac.Robertson Girls' High School and several major university campuses.

The sales team says buyers have responded particularly well to the combination of location, design quality and long-term liveability.

"They're responding really positively to the quality of the design, premium resident amenities and the uninterrupted views. Many also appreciate the location and how connected it is to everything they need."

The ability to secure stamp duty savings before completion has also been a key factor for purchasers, alongside the opportunity to personalise finishes ahead of settlement.

With construction set to commence soon and more than half the apartments already sold, Verdé enters its next phase as one of the Arts Precinct's more established apartment developments, offering remaining buyers an opportunity to secure a residence before construction advances further. Expected completion is scheduled for late 2027.

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Virgate's Verdé Southbank moves toward construction as sales fly past halfway stage

Downsizer-focused apartment development Kooyongkoot in Hawthorn has been recognised at the 2026 Better Future Melbourne Design Awards, taking home Gold and Silver awards in two categories.

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/kooyongkoot-hawthorn-1-kooyongkoot-road-hawthorn-vic-3122">Kooyongkoot</a>, currently being delivered by developer PQD and designed by Cera Stribley, received Gold in the Interior Design – Proposed category and Silver in the Architecture – Proposed category.

The dual recognition reflects the design approach behind the boutique development on prestigious Kooyongkoot Road, where the focus has been on creating homes for downsizers seeking the space, quality and functionality of a detached house within a low-rise apartment building.

Rather than maximising apartment numbers, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/pqd">PQD</a> and <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/cera-stribley-architects">Cera Stribley</a> limited the development to just 18 residences, allowing for larger floorplans, greater privacy, generous landscaping and expansive communal spaces.&nbsp;The majority of the apartments also benefit from corner aspects, allowing for dual sources of natural light.

Now around 70 per cent complete and on track for completion in November 2026, Kooyongkoot will comprise a mix of garden residences, ter​race apartments, sub-penthouses, and is crowned by two half-floor penthouses with direct lift access and private rooftop terraces.

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The Silver Award for Architecture recognised the way the building responds to its prominent corner position at the ent​rance to Hawthorn's Scotch Hill precinct, one of Melbourne's most established residential neighbourhoods.

Rather than competing with the grand homes that line Kooyongkoot Road, the architectural approach focused on restraint and longevity, using curved brickwork, generous landscaping and carefully considered proportions to integrate with the existing streetscape.

"The form feels fluid and timeless, as though shaped by the landscape itself – architecture that belongs, rather than competes," said Chris Stribley, Co-Founder and Managing Principal of Cera Stribley.

The judging submission also highlighted practical innovations throughout the building, including lift cores servicing only nine homes each, a central landscaped lightcourt designed to bring daylight and ventilation into the building, and fully enclosed private storage rooms with lighting, power and shelving to better accommodate residents transitioning from larger family homes.

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The Gold Award for Interior Design recognised the project's focus on long-term liveability rather than display-home aesthetics.

According to the awards submission, the interiors were designed from the inside out, prioritising how homes would function over decades of daily use through generous proportions, practical storage, durable natural materials and flexible layouts.

The specification includes natural stone throughout, upgraded acoustic glazing, V-ZUG appliances and fully enclosed storage rooms, alongside an amenity offering focused on wellness, entertainment and everyday convenience.&nbsp;

Residents will have access to a gym and yoga studio, a wellness centre featuring traditional and infrared saunas, a cold therapy shower and treatment room, as well as a residents' lounge and golf simulator/cinema room for entertainment.&nbsp;Kooyongkoot has also considered the everyday convenience of its residents by offering a private carwash and pet wash facilities on site as well as dedicated parcel lockers and oversized fully enclosed storage rooms.&nbsp;

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The project's attention to detail has already resonated with buyers. Earlier this year, Kooyongkoot recorded one of Boroondara's highest apartment sales when an $8 million penthouse was purchased by a Melbourne CEO downsizing from a nearby family home.

"Every detail feels deliberate, from the overall design down to the smallest touches," the purchaser said.

"The level of quality and refinement is exceptional, but what really sold it was how liveable it felt... It felt like a place where everything had been considered, not just a luxury building."

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Sustainability also formed a key part of both award submissions. Kooyongkoot is targeting a minimum 7.5-star NatHERS rating across all residences, supported by passive design principles, high-performance glazing, EV charging infrastructure, water reuse systems and a wellness model focused on lower-energy dry facilities rather than pools and large wet areas.

Located within walking distance of Scotch College, Methodist Ladies' College, Koo​yong Lawn Tennis Club, Aubur​n Village and Camberwell Junction, Kooyongkoot continues to target owner-occupiers looking to remain in Melbourne's inner east without compromising on space or quality. A limited selection of two, three and four-bedroom residences remains available, with prices starting from $1.9 million.

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Kooyongkoot wins Gold and Silver at Better Future Melbourne Design Awards

New apartment supply has become increasingly constrained across <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/parramatta-nsw-2150">Parramatta</a> in recent years, with fewer projects progressing through to completion as development conditions have become more challenging.

It makes <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/novm">NOVM</a>'s 2021-completed <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/buildings/the-lennox-parramatta-12-phillip-street-parramatta-nsw-2150">The Lennox</a> one of the most recently completed residential towers on the Parramatta River, and among the newest apartment developments in Sydney's second CBD.

With the project largely completed before the sharp escalation in construction costs and inflation following the pandemic, The Lennox is now offering pricing that would be difficult to replicate in a comparable new development in Parramatta today, or across much of Western Sydney.

The majority of the 413 apartments at The Lennox sold before and shortly after completion. A limited release of the remaining apartments has recently been brought to market by capital partner <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/project-marketer/equitifund-group">Equitifund</a>, with entry-level pricing from $700,000 and two-bedroom apartments available from under $1 million.

Rising above the Parramatta River at 12 Phillip Street, The Lennox comprises one, two, three and four-bedroom apartments, appealing to first home buyers, young professionals, families, downsizers and interstate investors seeking a completed apartment in one of Australia's fastest-growing economic centres.

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Rather than positioning Parramatta as an alternative to Sydney's CBD, Equitifund believes the city has reached a point where it stands on its own merits.

"Parramatta is no longer simply an alternative to Sydney CBD, it's becoming a destination in its own right," Equitifund Executive Chairman Greg Huxley said.

"The Lennox captures that evolution with a level of quality and amenity that's difficult to match at its price point."

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Designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/marchese-partners">Marchese Partners</a>, the tower responds directly to its riverfront setting through expansive glazing and open-plan layouts that maximise views across the Parramatta River and city skyline. Interiors feature engineered timber flooring, stone benchtops, stainless steel appliances and floor-to-ceiling glazing, while generous balconies extend the living spaces outdoors.

Marchese Partners says the project was conceived to balance high-quality apartment living with practical, long-term functionality, pairing larger, efficient floorplans with amenities more commonly associated with five-star hotels.

That emphasis continues through the resident facilities, which include a 20-metre rooftop swimming pool, fully equipped gym and wellness spaces, full-time concierge, a residents' lounge, function room, private lifts, secure basement parking and rooftop communal areas overlooking the Parramatta River. Ground-floor boardwalk retail and dining further activate the riverfront and integrate the building into the surrounding public realm.

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Australian housing and finance group Equitifund has secured the remaining apartments, believing there are few completed apartment opportunities in Parramatta that offer the same combination of location, amenity and pricing.

Equitifund National Sales Director Ben Hamblett says buyers are increasingly recognising that premium apartment living no longer needs to come with Sydney CBD pricing.

"The Lennox is where aspirational living becomes attainable," Hamblett said.

"Wake to river and mountain views, step into Sydney's Second CBD, and arrive home to resort-calibre amenities, all without the harbour price tag."

Hamblett says owner-occupiers are also attracted by the convenience of having Westfield Parramatta, Church Street's dining precinct, Parramatta Park, Riverside Theatres, Western Sydney University and major transport connections all within walking distance.

"At The Lennox, lifestyle is not an afterthought, it is the foundation."

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The Lennox places residents within walking distance of Parramatta Square, Westfield Parramatta, Church Street Eat Street, Parramatta Station, the ferry wharf, Light Rail, the future Sydney Metro West, Parramatta Park and CommBank Stadium, reinforcing Parramatta's position as one of Australia's most connected metropolitan centres outside Sydney's CBD.

Equitifund says buyers visiting the display suite consistently comment on the quality of the finishes, generous floorplans, river and skyline views, and the walkability of the location. The project has attracted a broad mix of local professionals, upsizers, downsizers, buyers relocating from Sydney's inner suburbs and interstate investors seeking long-term growth opportunities.

That demand aligns with Parramatta's continued evolution as an economic powerhouse. Equitifund Research and Market Insights specialist John Bekiaris says sustained population growth, infrastructure investment and expanding employment opportunities continue to support long-term housing demand across the city.

"Parramatta has evolved from a satellite city into one of Australia's most important economic centres. Population growth, infrastructure investment and employment are all supporting sustained long-term housing demand."

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The apartment price gap drawing Sydney buyers west

A luxury beachfront apartment at Rainbow Bay has more than doubled in value since it sold off the plan six years ago, setting a new local apartment record in the process.

The three-bedroom apartment in the Flow development on Petrie Street, the first of four new projects locally by Paul Gedoun's S&amp;S Projects, has sold for $7.4 million, after originally selling for $3.27 million when the project launched in 2020.

The seventh-floor apartment, comprising 187 sqm of internal living space and a 54 sqm balcony overlooking Froggies Beach and Snapper Rocks, was purchased by a local family.

The transaction was negotiated by Pezet Matheson director Kerry Pezet and equates to more than $30,000 per sqm.

Pezet said the sale reflected the limited opportunities to buy into the boutique beachfront development.

"The sale highlights the rarity of opportunities within the boutique beachfront development, where residences seldom become available," Pezet said.

"Flow is one of the Gold Coast's most tightly held buildings. Buyers from our database move quickly when residences become available, and achieving an off-market sale at $7.4 million demonstrates the depth of demand for property of this calibre."

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Flow was the first of four luxury apartment developments delivered by Paul Gedoun's S&amp;S Projects at Rainbow Bay and was completed in 2023.

Positioned on the beachfront overlooking Snapper Rocks, the residence includes three bedrooms, three bathrooms, a powder room and views stretching north along the coastline towards Surfers Paradise.

Pezet Matheson Residential principal Mitchell Lambert said buyers continued to prioritise quality beachfront apartments in tightly held locations.

"Flow Residences offers a rare combination of elevated beachfront positioning, architectural excellence, comprehensive resident amenity and premium finishes, which is exactly what discerning purchasers are seeking," Lambert said.

"The transaction further reinforces Rainbow Bay's reputation as one of Australia's premier coastal lifestyle destinations, where limited supply and growing demand continue to support strong market performance."

Pezet Matheson originally marketed and sold out Flow off the plan, making the latest transaction a return to one of the project's original buyers.

Paul Gedoun is selling his third project, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/radia-rainbow-bay-271-boundary-street-coolangatta-qld-4225">Radia Rainbow Bay</a>, after recently completing, and selling out, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/buildings/esprit-217-227-boundary-street-coolangatta-qld-4225">Esprit</a>. He has plans for a <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/news/qld/first-look-s-s-projects-proposes-88-apartment-wellness-tower-at-coolangattas-boundary-street">fourth building</a>, 88 apartments on <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/209-213-boundary-street-coolangatta-qld-4225">Boundary Street</a>.

Rainbow Bay apartment doubles in price since off the plan sale during pandemic

Sydney Apartments

National property developers, WST Property Group has announced the acquisition of a 30.9-hectare site, located at 10-32 Terry Rd Box Hill in the heart of Sydney’s thriving North West growth corridor.&nbsp;

The acquisition is the latest addition to WST Property Group’s master planned communities, with a current pipeline ranging from light industrial to business park and greenfield residential, to retail town centres, with Managing Director, Krenalin Moodley speaking to the thriving nature of Sydney’s North West.&nbsp;

“This is an exciting opportunity for WST to develop quality dwellings for Sydney’s Northwest and to deliver our vision of quality for our customers via master planned communities. The North West is thriving and we believe this project provides a wonderful opportunity for first home buyers and families looking to purchase their own homes,” Moodley said.&nbsp;

The land was sold through Knight Frank, with Head of Investment Sales, Grant Bulpett saying it was one of the largest remaining residential development parcels in northwestern Sydney.&nbsp;

“The sale result underlines the value of Northwestern Sydney as a strong and diverse community and a great place to live, with Box Hill a key emerging precinct with incoming amenities including a hospital and educational facilities,” Bulpett said.&nbsp;

As a result of the rarity of the land parcel, Knight Frank’s Director of Investment Sales , Mark Litwin said the campaign attracted interest from a range of buyers, both locally and internationally, including private family offices in Singapore.&nbsp;

“This is a significant sale in the current macroeconomic environment, demonstrating that there is buyer interest in larger residential sites, particularly in light of the fact that there is still a chronic housing undersupply in Sydney which will lead to stronger demand for homes in the future,” Litwin said.&nbsp;

Located 42 kilometres from the Sydney CBD, the Box Hill site is adjacent to the new Box Hill City Centre and located just a short drive from the Hills of Carmel Shopping Village. In direct proximity to a wealth of public and private healthcare, the location provides easy access to Blacktown Hospital and the future (under development) Rouse Hill Regional Hospital.

The site also falls within proximity to a number of green and open spaces, including Rouse Hill Regional Park, Windsor Beach, Hawkesbury River and Scheyville National Park, while families who take up a parcel of land will be within a short drive to schools, preschools and day care facilities.&nbsp;

For commuters, Rouse Hill Metro and Tallawong Metro stations are located within easy reach of the project, with both stations connecting to the existing Epping to Chatswood railway line, with an extension to the CBD expected to be complete by 2024. Further enhancing transport networks, the Northconnex Tunnel connects the M1 Pacific Motorway at Wahroonga with the M2 Motorway at West Pennant Hills.&nbsp;

Recognised as a rural area on the outskirts of Sydney, Box Hill is rapidly transitioning to an ideal residential area as part of Sydney’s North West growth corridor. Box Hill’s population is forecast to increase 4.6 per cent by 2031 with the majority of growth driven by being part of the North West Growth Corridor.&nbsp;

The suburb is undergoing rezoning from RU2 Rural Landscape to a range of urban zones under the Standard Instrument Template, allowing for retail and commercial development within one town centre and three villages, provision of power, water and sewer infrastructure, and local services.&nbsp;

“Our goal is to deliver our vision of quality master planned communities to our customers that provide a wonderful opportunity for families and first time home buyers looking to purchase homes in locations that offer a range of lifestyle amenities, are close to transport, education and healthcare facilities, and of course, offer affordability,” Moodley said.&nbsp;

“For the WST team, this acquisition is an important part of our future and growth strategy, that allows us to continue our credible, track record of creating and delivering projects that make a positive contribution to the community.”

McCall Community Foundation previously owned the 30.9-hectare parcel, agreeing to sell the surplus land to future proof its work for the next 20 to 50 years. The Foundation will retain 4.74-hectares of land for its existing community facilities and operations, in addition to expanding the depth and breadth of the services it currently provides to the disabled community in the area.&nbsp;

The 30.9 hectare Box Hill site is set to only bolster the group’s already immersive portfolio of masterplanned communities.



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WST Property Group acquire 30.9-hectare site in Sydney’s North West

With the up and coming suburb in Sydney's South West on the cusp of expansion and the new type of residential product planned by Poly Australia, the area is tipped to become a hotspot for owner-occupiers, and particularly first home buyers.&nbsp;

Within each home, the level of finishes and fittings belies the affordable first home buyer price point.&nbsp;

All have been thoughtfully curated and colour matched to ensure an elegant harmony throughout.

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The masterplanned community has been designed to create a genuine sense of neighbourhood, complete with communal gardens and a broad mix of amenities. This includes integrated retail, commercial and childcare spaces making up just a small part of nearly 6,600 sqm of total amenity space.

Comprising a generous mix of apartments, in various configurations, from studios, up to three-bedrooms, Spring Square by Poly has a price point that few other developments can hope to match - which is only bolstered by the fact all the studio apartments have all already been sold.&nbsp;

Once the nearby Metro is up and running in 2024, these homes will arguably be one of the few opportunities in Sydney where you can purchase a brand new two-bedroom residence for $695,000, within an estimated 30-minute commute to the CBD.

In a host of ways, convenience is built into the plan of Spring Square, with public transport to the CBD and Parramatta accessed right in the heart of the precinct.

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But even simpler connectivity occurs when residents can live upstairs, work close by and enjoy the retail and entertainment options immediately downstairs. Al fresco retail, landscaped communal gardens, a children’s playground, shaded seating areas, and barbecue facilities form just a fraction of the year-round amenities available at the development.

Poly Australia are no stranger to projects of this stature, having significant experience in multi-stage delivery of large-scale integrated retail, commercial and residential offerings.

With substantial urban renewal funding earmarked by the NSW state government, Spring Square by Poly will be poised to take advantage of all the recently renewed investment plans.

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Why owner-occupiers are tipped for Spring Square by Poly

Following its full project sell-out amid commencing construction just last month, Third.i’s $180 million project, Balfour Place has taken home the win for two awards at this year’s PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards.

The Lindfield project was officially named the Best Low Rise Mixed Use Development of 2022 along with receiving the country award for Best Mixed Use Development (Australia) in the grand final.

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The award-winning project sold over $100 million in sales in its launch weekend alone, shortly securing the final sales thereafter to achieve its sell-out status.

After conducting market research and listening to the needs of the community, Third.i reduced the number of apartments on its development application as there was high demand for spacious living arrangements.&nbsp;

As a result, apartment numbers were dropped from 70 to 59, with the residences set to sit atop a new 4,500 sqm Coles Supermarket, a cafe and a heritage building that will be restored and leased as a commercial office space and beauty offering.

Balfour Place comprises a collection of one, two, three and four-bedroom apartments with sweeping views to the south-west, topped by a residents-only rooftop garden with communal facilities and a central podium courtyard with fresh greenery.

Construction crews have now kick-started works to bring the award-winner to fruition, with Australian builder Conquest appointed to the build, with completion slated for November 2024.

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Third.i. Co-Founder, Luke Berry said Balfour Place is a prime example of how the group is building communities that align with the needs of the market.&nbsp;

“The level of design and architecture has been carefully curated and I think it’s struck a chord with buyers who have recognised that we had larger living spaces on offer in an idyllic location&nbsp; with lifestyle amenities on your doorstep," he said.

“It truly will be a legacy destination for the area and we couldn’t be more thrilled to commence construction,” concluded Berry.

Balfour Place comprises a collection of one, two, three and four-bedroom apartments with sweeping views to the south-west, topped by a residents-only rooftop garden with communal facilities and a central podium courtyard with fresh greenery.

Balfour Place named best mixed-use development at PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards

The luxury eastern suburbs apartment developer Clutch Capital has lodged plans for their latest residential development.&nbsp;

The group, who have a string of projects across Bellevue Hill, Bondi Junction and Rose Bay, will develop just seven apartments on a large 1470 sqm block at 440 Edgecliff Road.

PBD has handled the architecture, aiming to blend the new&nbsp;six-storey building seamlessly with the surrounding context.

Four three-bedroom apartments and three penthouse-size apartments will be on offer, each extending onto generously-sized balconies or terraces, positioned to flow from primary living spaces and take advantage of the sites northernly aspect.

A modulated facade will front Edgecliff Road, with a central void space at the lower ground floor and ground floor levels. Levels four to six will reduce the perceived external bulk and scale, with setbacks applied to the front, sides and rear of the building. 

Tying in with the Edgecliff locale, an exisiting sandstone wall will be preserved on the site, with masonry cladded blade walls used as a unifying element to the upper and lower levels of the building.

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Cross flow ventilation has been maximised where possible, while overhang depths and recessed balconies will provide shade in the summer months and promote thermal heat gain during the winter months.&nbsp;

Energy efficient appliances and fixtures are provided with low maintenance, long lifecycle and reusable materials, with communal recycling and waste management facilities are provided for on-site rainwater detention and re-use.

A close collaboration with renowned landscape architect Myles Baldwin has resulted in a synthesis of building design and it's natural surroundings, with the landscape design drawing upon the unique ecological character of Edgecliff. 
 
A communal open space will also be featured in the project, complete with a pool, lounge and outdoor seating, in addition to landscaped areas which have been created to promote social interaction and create a sense of community within the building.&nbsp;

The site is also located within close proximity to a number of convenient facilities including public transport, supermarkets, educational and leisure facilities as well as schools and healthcare.&nbsp;

Clutch are behind Bellevue Hill's newest project MIRA, as well as NOVE, DUSK and OPUS in Rose Bay, and BRONTE and PORTER in Bondi Junction.

PBD has handled the architecture, aiming to blend the new six-storey building seamlessly with the surrounding context

Luxury developer Clutch Capital lodge plans for Edgecliff apartments

Hyecorp's latest apartment development Audrey, has been purposefully designed to cater for every buyer demographic.

First home buyers have shown significant interest in the entry-level apartments, which start from $860,000, due to the extra multi-purpose rooms on offer.

The two and three-bedroom apartments each also have a multi-purpose room. The two-bedders start from $1.45 million and three-bedroom apartments from $2.15 million.&nbsp;

The inclusion of multi-purpose rooms in every apartment was a conscious effort from Hyecorp to offer more than what is on offer elsewhere in the area. Potentially even acting as a second bedroom, the MPR is primarily targeted at those who are still frequently working from home, and want a separate office room away from their every day living space.&nbsp;

Construction at the Canberra Avenue site, across the road from Newlands Park, is set to commence this month, with the prominent lower north shore developer targeting a mid-2024 completion date.

The St Leonards tower will home 80 apartments across 12-storeys, with local architecture group SJB on board to handle the architecture.&nbsp;

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Some of the one-bedroom plus multi-purpose-room apartments offer a car space, and start from $975,000. They have over 60 sqm of open plan living space, where residents will be able to enjoy an amplified sense of space that seamlessly flows from indoor to outdoor living.

The two-bedroom residences have 105 sqm of internal living space.

The multi-purpose room offerings provides buyers with an additional space in their homes, suited to all lifestyles, with the room fit to be utilised for a multitude of options including as a separate study space, a nursery or a guest bedroom.&nbsp;

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Positioned in the heart of the home, the kitchens feature pull out pantries, along with a spice rack and Miele appliances, including a fully integrated refrigerator and dishwasher.&nbsp;

Bespoke joinery extends from the kitchens into the open plan living by incorporating a built in entertainment unit and integrated storage.

Buyers will also be able to customise each apartment if they purchase before construction commences later in the month, with Hyecorp’s point of difference, the Live your Way service, which offers buyers a five-hour consultation with the group’s Interior Designer in which they can customise their home.&nbsp;

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Taking inspiration from five-star resorts, Audrey will also be home to a suite of residential amenity, including an onsite day care and cafe.&nbsp;

Crowning the tower will be a resident’s rooftop, complete with barbecue facilities, dining room, personal training studio, music room, cinema, a pool and a spa.&nbsp;

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The multi-purpose room inclusion drawing buyers to Hyecorp's St Leonards apartment development, Audrey

Sydney-based developer Heworth has lodged amendments to its approved development application of the former Balmain Leagues Club.&nbsp;

The group has improved the original design scheme for what will be Rozelle Village, with changes to the retail plaza and apartment designs.&nbsp;

Set to enhance the local retail precinct and provide a new community hub, apartment numbers have been reduced from 167 to 146, with a change in apartment mix also, increasing the number of two and three-bedders to suit the current market.&nbsp;

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Located on a prominent corner site, interjecting with Victoria Road, Darling and Waterloo Streets, the residences will be connected above a shared retail and commercial podium, which will include a new, state of the art, Wests Ashfield Leagues Club, which amalgamated with the former Balmain Tigers Leagues Club.&nbsp;

Rozelle Village’s retail precinct will also be anchored by a major supermarket, providing greatly increased convenience to the local area.

Heworth engaged architecture practice Scott Carver to improve the overall design scheme, with Head of Property Chris Walsh saying the amendments will benefit the local community, as well as its future residents.&nbsp;

“A key focus of our development is a new Town Square, public plaza and major retail and hospitality podium connected by a series of laneways. It’s going to significantly contribute to Rozelle and become a major community meeting place and destination,” Walsh said.

“We are also seeking to change the apartment mix, increasing the number of two and three bedroom apartments as we feel the larger size floor plates and premium interior architecture, fixtures and fittings, will appeal to discerning local owner-occupiers, particularly downsizers.”

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Construction is planned to commence in mid-2023 with completion due by 2025. It’s anticipated the apartments will be selling off the plan in 2023, with CBRE marketing them. An on-site sales office will include a display apartment and full detail on the retail offering.&nbsp;

Wests Ashfield, CEO, Simon Cook said the Club was excited that plans had progressed on the redevelopment of the site and he was pleased the amendments by Heworth sought to improve the current design scheme. 
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“The redevelopment of the former Balmain Leagues Club has been years in the making. It’s highly anticipated by the Club members and they are very much looking forward to the delivery of a new state of the art facility,” Cook said.&nbsp;

Developer, Heworth submits amendments to approved DA reducing apartments supported by a major new Town Square, public plaza and retail precinct



Balmain Leagues Club set for redevelopment

Joint venture development partners ICD Property and Belingbak have commenced a design competition for their redevelopment of a Sydney CBD tower.

The&nbsp;372-382A Pitt Street project will see&nbsp;five of Australia’s most renowned architects submit their future vision for the site, with the winner set to be appointed as the project’s architect.

Competing in the process is Woods Bagot, Neeson Murcutt &amp; Neille partnered with Bates Smart, Kelly Hill Architects partnered with Crone, Fitzpatrick &amp; Partners partnered with Tonkin Zulaikha Greer, and fjmt studio – who will each design and present their interpretation for the future CBD tower before a jury of independent judges in January 2023.

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The low-rise commercial building in Sydney’s CBD tech precinct is set to be transformed into a 58-storey tower comprising 30 luxury residences, along with a 297-room hotel and a collection of retail, entertainment, food and public art offerings.&nbsp;

ICD Property and Belingbak hope the competitive design process will fuel inspiration and uncover the highest and best design outcome for the aspirational tower.

ICD Property’s CEO Matt Khoo said they intentionally selected five distinct architecture teams to participate in 372 Pitt’s design competition, endeavouring to arrive at five very unique possibilities for the site.

Speaking to why no international architects were invited to compete, Khoo said it was important to utilise local talent.&nbsp;

“With the tower set to become a future landmark in Sydney’s urban fabric, we wanted it to be a reflection of the city’s inimitable charm, history, and people. It’s a very rare opportunity to be part of a skyline-defining tower in one of the world’s most famous cities,” Khoo said.&nbsp;

“The personal touch each local architect we selected could bring to this process felt necessary to do justice to our vision of a tower that will hopefully one day join the ranks of its neighbouring iconic landmarks.”

The developers are looking for the architects to celebrate the current building typology, with an activated street frontage and a diverse offering.&nbsp;

Belingbak’s founding Director, Jack Montgomery said the patina and character the surrounding buildings offer is priceless.&nbsp;

“The celebration of these elements will in turn provide for a captivating, inviting street frontage with an array of uses. Our vision for a vertical integrated tower will come to life as the new tower form takes shape,“ he said.

372 Pitt’s design competition officially commenced in November, with ICD and Belingbak aiming to announce a winner in January next year.&nbsp;

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The joint venture has invited five of Australia’s most renowned architects to submit their future vision for the site, with the winner set to be appointed as the project’s architect.

Belingbak and ICD Property launch design excellence competition for 372 Pitt Street

Sydney developers, ALAND, have submitted plans for the second stage of its transformational Merrylands development, The Gladstone Village.&nbsp;

The $800 million project’s second stage will top out at 20-storeys, comprising 245 one, two and three-bedroom apartments, along with three ground floor retail spaces and a large residents’-only rooftop terrace.

ALAND engaged a top tier consultancy team, including PTW Architects, Land &amp; Form Studio Landscape Architects and Think Planning, to collaborate on the design.

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Head of Development, Ryan Lane said they partnered with leading design groups to elevate the standard of design and living in Merrylands.

“We are fortunate to work with an experienced team who have designed a product that is a game-changer for Merrylands, there is really nothing else like it in the area,” he said.

“The team brings a diverse background designing high-density mixed-use projects that have best-in-class urban design. The result for Merrylands will be a contemporary and well-rounded design that will be a wonderful place for residents to live and one that considers the surrounding environment.”

28 one-bedders are slated to be constructed as part of stage two, in addition to 196 two-bedroom and 21 three-bedroom apartments.&nbsp;

Senior Development Manager, Anas Rahhal said the apartments have been crafted to cater to the current and future needs of residents, with Western Sydney’s population pitched to only increase.&nbsp;

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“We’re catering to the evolving needs of future residents, as such our floorplans have been designed above industry standards, offering generous areas and support the need to work from home by including larger study areas and generous living spaces ranging. with apartment sizes ranging between 53 - 124 sqm,” he said.

“The project is set to provide best-in-class precinct living in this region, with ultra-convenience having the transport interchange, shopping centre, open space all at your doorstep,” Rahhal added.&nbsp;

On the top level, residents will have access to a 940 sqm rooftop terrace providing a variety of amenity, including an outdoor cinema screen, a barbecue area kitchen pavilion, yoga and retreat spaces, as well as a community vegetable garden. &nbsp;

Apartments on level one will also have access to private landscaped gardens with retreat seating, covered breakout spaces and a kid’s play soft turf area.

The retail spaces across the ground floor are expected to attract a mix of alfresco dining options, which will seamlessly link to an activated public open space and tree-lined boulevards connected to the wider Gladstone Village.

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On completion the 2.5-hectare masterplanned precinct will provide 1100 residential apartments across multiple buildings, as well as a curated selection of amenities in each, located around a central park and green spaces.

The new site also packs a punch with its convenient location, on the corner of Neil Street and the future McLeod Road, just 150-metres from Merrylands train station and opposite the Stockland Merrylands Shopping Centre.

Quartz, the first stage of The Gladstone Village located at 224-240 Pitt Street is currently under construction and has just over 100 apartments available remaining.

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28 one-bedders are slated to be constructed as part of stage two, in addition to 196 two-bedroom and 21 three-bedroom apartments. 

ALAND lodge plans for second stage of $800 million The Gladstone Village

Known for its harbourfront houses and foreshore parks, the lower North Shore is home to some of Sydney’s most exclusive and sought after suburbs.&nbsp;

Once covered in dense forest where no one wanted to live, the area today has transformed into its leafy spectacle, enjoying a tranquillity that almost seems out of place amongst the bustling city.&nbsp;

With the area holding so much appeal, we’ve wrapped up the top apartments currently selling in the lower North Shore.

<h2>Audrey, St Leonards 
Developer: Hyecorp</h2>

Inspired by the lush, green landscape of Newlands Park, Hyecorp’s apartment development, Audrey lands in the heart of St Leonards.&nbsp;

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Located at 13 Canberra Avenue, the 12-storey Audrey has been inspired by the timeless classicism of New York, with SJB handling the designs of the one, two and three-bedroom apartments.&nbsp;

A number of buyers have taken to the St Leonards project, amalgamating apartments to increase floor space, as the trend continues to boom in the property sector.&nbsp;

The built form of Audrey uses vertical forms with raw and tactile materials to form layers of contrasting elements, playing with light and shade to create a visual distinction between levels and residences.

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Expansive proportions are enhanced by panoramic windows, which fram the surrounding vistas, while sculpted balconies and terraces are home to cascading gardens and planters enhancing the indoor-outdoor, as well as providing sweeping views to the park and Sydney city skyline.

Throughout each apartment, expansive proportions are enhanced by panoramic windows, which frame the surrounding vistas whilst drawing in natural light.

The project also delivers a number of curated communal spaces, reminiscent of luxury hotels around the world, with high-level amenity a signature of Hyecorp’s.&nbsp;

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The expansive sky garden terrace benefits from views across the Sydney skyline and beyond, complete with wood-panelled lounges and dining space, surrounded by lush verdant landscaping, with Audrey also including a pool, spa, training studio, private dining room, music room and a cinema.&nbsp;

<h2>The Lawson Terraces, Naremburn 
Developer: WINIM</h2>

Just a few townhomes remain in WINIM's&nbsp;Naremburn development, The Lawson Terraces.&nbsp;

The&nbsp;wide, north-facing townhomes comprise three-bedroom floorplans with two separate living areas.

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On the edge of the natural landscape, the Terraces work with the landform, taking advantage of the sweeping northern exposure and views.

The renowned architecture firm, Rothelowman were tasked with designing the residences, which feature verdant internal courtyards, connecting the project even further with the environment.&nbsp;

The combination of an internal courtyard and atrium garden provide a lightness and fluidity to the homes, while blurring the line between indoors and outdoors.

The ground floor design of the townhouses provides an additional living room overlooking the internal light-well, which can be tailored to suit individual needs and lifestyle. The adaptable space could be transformed into a home office, cinema room, gym, guest accommodation or an informal living room.

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The remaining townhouses form part of a wider community, with residents to benefit from a landscaped communal garden with direct access to a reserve, along with a pergola-shaded barbecue area, manicured lawns, and a sustainable orchard garden framed by fruit trees.

Construction is currently underway on The Lawson with completion slated for the early months of next year.&nbsp;

<h2>Tierra, Willoughby 
Developer: WINIM</h2>

The group's 16-home Willoughby project, Tierra has a limited number of opportunities remaining as well.&nbsp;

Located at&nbsp;1-5 Warners Avenue, Tierra is currently under construction with over 90 per cent sold.&nbsp;

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WINIM engaged Rothelowman again to design their project, with the Spanish-inspired townhouses comprising a mix of three and four-bedroom floorplans.&nbsp;

Rothelowman's vision was to&nbsp;create a collection of individual homes defined by their detail, layered materiality and strong connection to the outdoor spaces.&nbsp;

While respectful of the area’s heritage and history, Tierra reflects the contemporary evolution of Willoughby.

The architecture and interiors are seamlessly unified by soft curves, while the façade takes on white brickwork and render, which interplays with rich bronze accents.

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A gatehouse and sweeping entrance create an impressive arrival, while shady communal gardens and wide pathways bring a sense of calm and greenery to the site.&nbsp;

Located on the edge of a hillside where Willoughby transitions into leafy Castlecrag, Tierra’s district and tree-top views enhance its relationship to its setting, with nature a clear focus throughout the development.&nbsp;

<h2>Haven, Northbridge&nbsp; 
Developer: Blanc Black</h2>

Located within one of Sydney’s most exclusive conclaves comes Haven Northbridge.&nbsp;

The Blanc Black development launched to the market earlier in the year, delivering the only new apartment opportunity in the exclusive Middle Harbour suburb.&nbsp;

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Blanc Black Director Luke Kim said the vision for Haven was to capture the essence of living with nature.&nbsp;

“The natural amenity of Sailors Bay Creek and the majestic trees provide a tranquil setting for simple yet sophisticated residences. What we have curated here is more than just property - it’s a lifestyle,” Kim said.&nbsp;

The group engaged architecture firm 3EM Architects to work with interior designer Richards Stanisich and landscaper Dangar Barin Smith to create the 11 apartment project, just across the road from Shore Playing Fields.

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Comprising a mix of two and three-bedroom apartments, each of the homes will either open to a landscaped garden courtyard or deep balconies, with brick planter boxes which compliment the overall architecture design.&nbsp;

3EM were inspired by the local nature surrounding the Eastern Valley Way site, in an exclusive haven within Northbridge, which inspired the name.

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The amenity was one of the key drivers, everything from cafes and restaurants, to some of Sydney's best schools, as well as the Northbridge Golf Course, Northbridge Sailing Club and Northbridge Baths.

<h2>Nine by Mirvac, Willoughby 
Developer: Mirvac&nbsp;</h2>

ASX-listed Mirvac has also taken to the Lower North Shore recently, delivering a hybrid community to Willoughby.

Nine by Mirvac is located on the grounds of the former Channel Nine studio, with the group dolling out nearly $250 million for the 3.2 hectare site.

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442 apartments will be delivered across the entire community, released in various stages across a number of buildings, with Overture and Montage selling now.&nbsp;

Set alongside leafy Laurina Square and facing the public parkland, Overture is surrounded by greenery.&nbsp;

Standing eight-storeys high, the boutique offering features a range of predominantly two and three-bedroom residences, many with district views, while single level garden residences have generous landscaped courtyards and their own private entry.

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Montage expresses an air of playful exuberance with its lower levels featuring crafted brick in shades of dappled cream, creating a striking contrast to deep bronze balcony detailing.

The residences within the seven-storey building range from open plan one-bedders to a large north facing penthouse featuring a butler’s pantry, wine fridge and bar.&nbsp;

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Adding to its urban appeal, parcel and food delivery lockers are located within Montage and retail is located on the plaza level, in addition to a concierge desk within the impressively large lobby, dialling up the cosmopolitan convenience of the community.&nbsp;

Renewal of the former home of broadcasting will deliver over 6,500 sqm of open space to residents and the Willoughby community, with parks, gardens, a lawn for active play, sheltered barbecues and a children’s playground all penned for the site.&nbsp;

With the area holding so much appeal, we’ve wrapped up the top apartments currently selling in the lower North Shore.



The top five developments selling on Sydney’s Lower North Shore

City Freehold Projects are continuing their development descent on Wentworth Point, lodging plans for the second stage of their masterplan on Hill Road.&nbsp;

The first stage, Block D, is costing a reported $121 million, and is due for completion in June 2023, with the latest plans lodged for Block C.&nbsp;

Some 300 apartments are set to be constructed across four buildings, which will range in height from seven-storeys to 20-storeys.&nbsp;

Tower one will be the grandest tower of the lot, soaring 20-storeys, with a 16-storey shoulder and 144 apartments. Tower two will top out at eight-storeys and will include 57 residences, while towers three and four will max out at seven-storeys, with approximately 50 apartments penned for each. A six-storey link building will also connect towers two and four.&nbsp;

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A mix of one, two, two-plus and three-bedroom apartments will be delivered across the towers, with architecture firm Bates Smart engaged to handle the designs.&nbsp;

The 9,053 sqm site will be bounded on three sides by new roads, Monza Boulevard to the northwest, Marine Parade to the southwest and Verona Drive to the northeast. A new public park is also set to be delivered across from Monza Boulevard, as part of the next stage of Block B.&nbsp;

The main entry and primary address for the development is located below tower one, diagonally facing the future public park on Monza Boulevard. Secondary entrances and communal amenities activate the public pedestrian link which will connect Block D to Block B.&nbsp;

The three tower forms come to ground and are emphasised with a vertical facade expression, producing an elegant elongated form.

In tying in with Block D, and the developing family of buildings forming the masterplan, a collection of townhomes line the base of the podium, with precast concrete, bronze metal fins and glazed screening making up the upper levels of the apartments.&nbsp;

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“We propose a refined facade approach which contrasts strong horizontal expression on the streetwall buildings with an equivalent vertical expression to the tower,” Bates Smart said in their application plans.

A communal green podium will make its home across level three, providing an open connection between the buildings and residential amenities. The podium is set to feature a gym, working spaces and quiet rooms, as well as a lounge with media facilities and barbecue space across the open podium. Further amenity will be provided across level 17, where a dining room and lounge open out to a rooftop terrace and pool.

The apartments that will face the podium will benefit from enlarged private courtyards which are shielded by planted buffer zones and concealed fences.

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