Abadeen has released the whole-floor penthouse crowning its recently completed <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/buildings/park-residences-cremorne-2-sutherland-street-cremorne-nsw-2090">Park Residences</a> development in Cremorne, bringing the near-300 sqm residence to market for the first time.

Occupying the entire top floor of the boutique Lower North Shore development, the penthouse includes 221 sqm of internal living and a 74 sqm wraparound terrace, with a prized north-facing aspect taking in views across Middle Harbour.

The residence has been completed and fully furnished following a collaboration between Abadeen Executive Chairman Justin Brown and internationally recognised interior designer Jack Freeman, Founder and Managing Director of FREEMAN &amp; CO.

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/abadeen">Abadeen</a> and Freeman approached the penthouse as a finished home, sourcing furniture, artwork, lighting and objects from Australia and overseas.

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Pieces from Parisian design house Pierre Augustin Rose sit alongside contemporary artworks and bespoke lighting, with Freeman drawing on recent visits to PAD Paris and Salone del Mobile Milano for the final collection.

Brown said the aim was to create a penthouse that felt more like a large-scale private home than a traditional apartment.

"The experience begins the moment the lift doors open. You're welcomed into an elegant dining room before the home opens into an extraordinary living space framed by sun-drenched harbour views.

"Every time someone walks through the front door they pause. It's not just the view, it's the incredible sense of space, the warmth created by the northern sunlight that fills the interiors, and the way every room connects so effortlessly.

"It has all the proportions of a luxury home, while delivering the effortless lifestyle and personalised experience of living in a world-class six-star hotel, combined with the simplicity and convenience of apartment living."

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A secure lift provides exclusive access to the penthouse level, opening to a dedicated arrival foyer and dining area before the residence expands into its main living and entertaining spaces.

Floor-to-ceiling glazing runs across the northern side of the home, connecting the interiors with the terrace and Middle Harbour outlook.

The penthouse also features a fireplace and substantial chef's kitchen, while the wraparound terrace has been designed to accommodate both everyday outdoor living and larger-scale entertaining.

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Freeman said the interiors had been deliberately kept restrained to complement the scale, natural light and outlook already established by the architecture.

"The penthouse is a serene study in quiet luxury," Freeman said.

"The interior pairs soft, sculptural forms with warm timber, pale stone and a restrained neutral palette. Curated artwork and metallic accents add depth, while abundant natural light creates a calm, effortlessly refined atmosphere. In my world, less is always more."

Freeman said the approach was centred around collecting individual pieces rather than simply decorating the apartment.

"Every material, every object and every piece of furniture has been curated with intention. I am a true believer in collecting versus decorating.

"The architecture already provided extraordinary natural light, remarkable volume and an uninterrupted connection to Middle Harbour. Our role was to complement those qualities with unique one-of-a-kind pieces of fine art and collectible design sourced from recent travels around the world."

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Among the collection are solid bronze sculptures by Lorenzo Quinn, alongside a curated crystalware collection and pieces sourced from international design fairs.

Park Residences sits opposite Cammeray Golf Club, Cammeray Croquet Club and Grand Slam Tennis Cammeray, around 300 metres from Neutral Bay Village and its established collection of restaurants, cafés and retail.

Brown said the combination of a whole-floor floorplan, northern aspect and proximity to Neutral Bay was becoming increasingly difficult to find on the Lower North Shore.

"Completed whole-floor penthouses with a sun-drenched north-facing aspect and sweeping Middle Harbour views are exceptionally rare," Brown said.

"Add a quiet position opposite golf, croquet and tennis facilities, a level walk to Neutral Bay Village and only minutes to the CBD, and you have a lifestyle that's incredibly difficult to replicate.

"This is a home that offers the privacy and generosity of a luxury residence together with the convenience of one of Sydney's best-connected harbourside locations."

The penthouse will be exclusively marketed by SRM Residential.

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Joel Robinson

Abadeen unveils penthouse at Park Residences in Cremorne

New Brisbane developer Dalcott has unveiled Marrone, the first of three residential projects it is planning in and around Browning Street in South Brisbane.

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/marrone-south-brisbane-39-browning-street-south-brisbane-qld-4101">Marrone</a> will comprise 97 predominantly two- and three-bedroom apartments, with larger residences aimed squarely at the owner-occupier market.

The project will sit in a quiet pocket of South Brisbane between South Bank and West End, close to the restaurants, cultural attractions and riverfront amenity that have driven the suburb's continued transformation.

Dalcott is targeting buyers looking for more space and amenity than has traditionally been offered in the inner-city apartment market, particularly downsizers and professionals wanting to remain close to the city.

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Resident facilities will be concentrated around an extensive rooftop amenity offering, including a swimming pool, spa, infrared sauna, warm and cold magnesium plunge pools, private lounge, dining room and outdoor entertaining areas.

Dalcott Managing Director Lachlan Cottee said South Brisbane's combination of lifestyle, connectivity and established character had been central to the approach to Marrone.

“South Brisbane offers a combination of lifestyle, connectivity and character that’s difficult to replicate elsewhere in Brisbane,” Cottee said.

“Our focus has been on creating homes that feel connected to that environment while providing the level of design, functionality and quality that today's owner-occupiers expect.”

The residences will feature an expressive material palette. Italian Calacatta Viola marble, known for its deep burgundy veining, will be paired with aged brass tapware, Chestnut engineered timber flooring and Tuscan Oak joinery.

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Bathrooms will feature Nara Japanese ceramics and glass bricks, while clay, walnut and brass lighting will be used throughout the apartments.

Dalcott has appointed Realm Projects, led by Managing Director Shane Foley, to handle sales and marketing following previous sold-out collaborations between the groups.

Foley said the Brisbane apartment buyer had become increasingly focused on the quality of the home itself rather than simply securing an inner-city address.

“We expect to see strong demand from buyers who still want all the advantages of inner-city living but aren’t prepared to compromise on the quality of their home,” Foley said.

“Many will be downsizers looking to leave behind the maintenance of a traditional family home without giving up the space they enjoy, while others are likely to be professionals wanting a residence that reflects the way they live today.”

“Marrone responds directly to that demand, with generous floorplans, exceptional resident amenity and a location that places some of Brisbane’s best dining, entertainment and cultural attractions within walking distance.”

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Marrone will be the first project delivered as part of Dalcott's broader investment in the precinct.

It will be followed by La Terra, a boutique project comprising penthouse-style, single-level apartments on a northeast corner site with extensive resident amenity and city views.

Cottee said Marrone represented the first stage of the group's longer-term plans for the area.

Dalcott was established in 2025 by Lachlan Cottee and Ben Dalgliesh, combining development and construction capability under an integrated model and focusing on architecturally considered residential projects.

Marrone will initially be offered through a pre-release registration campaign ahead of its broader public launch.

Dalcott targets owner-occupiers with South Brisbane debut Marrone

Parnell Developments is the latest to seek significant uplift through the NSW Government's Housing Delivery Authority on a Strathfield site previously approved for a much smaller apartment development.

Parnell has sought approval for a 32-storey mixed use tower across&nbsp;<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/7-lyons-street-strathfield-nsw-2135">3-7 Lyons Street and 18 Parnell Street</a>, a&nbsp;1,857 sqm site around 400 metres from Strathfield Station. The building would yield 160 apartments, 15 per cent of which will be dedicated affordable as per the government mandate for buildings seeking additional uplift.

Approved previously was a nine-storey building back in 2022 with just over 30 apartments. That approval came prior to the project being&nbsp;progressively reconsidered as planning policy shifted toward greater density around transport hubs.

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Turner has designed the latest building that would replace&nbsp;existing detached homes across the four lots.

The apartment mix comprises 22 one-bedroom apartments, 107 two-bedroom and two-bedroom-plus configurations, and 31 apartments with three or more bedrooms. The scheme also includes 203 car spaces across six basement levels and 58 bicycle spaces.

The proposal has been designed around a three-storey podium addressing Lyons Street, with the tower rising above and stepping toward its upper levels.

Turner said the podium was deliberately scaled to respond to the existing street, while the taller element has been designed as part of the emerging skyline anticipated around Strathfield Town Centre and the wider Homebush transport-oriented development precinct.

The Lyons Street frontage would have a more active, pedestrian-focused character, incorporating the commercial tenancy, landscaping and a brick-framed podium with an awning.

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Parnell Street, which faces the railway corridor, has been given a different architectural treatment, with double-height breeze blocks, landscaping and communal areas used to soften the interface with the rail infrastructure.

The tower itself uses curved and recessed facade elements, with wave-like indentations across the northern elevation breaking the building into three vertical forms.

A palette of grey concrete, brick and breeze blocks is complemented by clay and terracotta accents, while the upper tower adopts a lighter expression through articulated slab edges, vertical fins and recessed glazing.

Residents would have access to 467 sqm of communal open space spread across three levels. The ground floor would accommodate the more active resident areas, including barbecue and group gathering spaces and an internal communal room capable of being used for working from home.

A more passive viewing deck is proposed at level three, overlooking the ground-level landscaping and neighbouring tennis courts, while a rooftop "sunset deck" at level 30 would provide another social and relaxation space.

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Strathfield has been earmarked for substantial change through the Strathfield Town Centre planning work and the nearby Homebush TOD precinct.

Turner's report says the project has been designed to act as a transition between the existing low and mid-rise development surrounding the site and the taller built form expected to emerge across the town centre.

The proposal is being assessed as State Significant Development under the HDA pathway, alongside the concurrent request to amend the Burwood Local Environmental Plan.

First look: New apartment tower pitched for Strathfield Town Centre precinct

An $18 million penthouse has hit the market in Main Beach as construction tops out on La Mer, the $155 million apartment development rising just metres from the beach.

Spanning around 600 sqm across the top two levels of the 29-storey tower on Main Beach Parade, the four-bedroom penthouse is one of the latest eight-figure residences to test the upper end of the Gold Coast apartment market.

Its launch comes amid continued activity at the very top of the market, following the $30 million off-the-plan sale of a Burleigh Heads penthouse earlier this year, which surpassed the Gold Coast's previous $24 million apartment record set in 2023.

The <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/la-mer-main-beach-3580-main-beach-parade-main-beach-qld-4217">La Mer penthouse</a> has been designed as a private residence in the sky, with 360-degree views spanning the ocean, Broadwater, hinterland and Gold Coast skyline.

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All four bedrooms have ensuites, while the ocean-facing master retreat occupies around half of the upper level and includes its own lounge, private balcony, two walk-in wardrobes and an oversized ensuite with a freestanding stone bath positioned to take in the views.

The residence also features a kitchen designed to accommodate a private chef, a 3.6-metre island bench, expansive butler's pantry, wine cellar and integrated bar.

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A rooftop pool and substantial outdoor entertaining area with its own kitchen sit above the residence, while a grand staircase connects the two internal levels. The penthouse also has its own express lift.

OTP Group Director James Elliott, who is marketing La Mer, said the penthouse was expected to appeal to high-net-worth buyers seeking either a permanent Main Beach residence or Gold Coast holiday home.

“The La Mer penthouse represents exceptional value, considering its quality design, size, privacy and location, not to mention the 360-degree views capturing the beach and Gold Coast Broadwater,” Elliott said.

“We’re anticipating interest from high-net-worth individuals and couples seeking a residence or holiday home in the sought-after village enclave of Main Beach, taking advantage of the unprecedented growth underway in the area and neighbouring The Spit.”

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La Mer is being developed by developer-builder ODUS and Nazero, in partnership with funder Metrics Credit Partners.

ODUS Director Byron Sakha said topping out the tower had provided the opportunity to release the project's most significant residence.

“We’ve worked with internationally-recognised studio Sici Design on the penthouse interiors, with a focus on ensuring it isn’t luxury for luxury’s sake. Every element has been thoughtfully designed to enhance quality of life for those who call it home,” Sakha said.

“The views are the hero of virtually every space, but we’ve given equal attention to the fittings and finishes, so every detail exudes elegance and refinement.”

Sici Design Founder and Director Maria Papadopoulos said the extensive views became an integral part of the interior design rather than simply something the residence was designed around.

“The views weren't something we designed around, they became part of the design itself, with the true luxury of La Mer in its feeling of peace, calm and wellbeing,” Papadopoulos said.

“Luxury isn't defined by how something looks, but how it makes you feel, and we believe a luxurious home should be beautiful to live in, not stressful to maintain.”

The interiors combine Austral Dream Dolomite natural stone and travertine with timber flooring and a restrained coastal palette.

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Designed by Plus Studio, La Mer is one of the more boutique additions to the rapidly changing Main Beach apartment market.

The tower comprises just 24 full-floor, three-bedroom plus multipurpose room apartments below the two-level penthouse, giving the project a considerably lower density than many of the larger towers being developed across the Gold Coast.

Residents will have access to a pool and spa, gym, sauna, barbecue facilities, private sun lounges, yoga lawn and outdoor beach shower.

The penthouse has been released as part of the final collection of residences at La Mer, with remaining apartments priced from $4.3 million.

Construction is expected to complete later this year, with a fully furnished display apartment now open on level four.

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ODUS releases $18 million penthouse crowning La Mer Main Beach

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/far-east-consortium">Far East Consortium</a> is preparing to commence construction on <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/640-bourke-street-melbourne-640-bourke-street-melbourne-vic-3000">640 Bourke Street</a> this October, marking the next milestone for the Melbourne CBD development and its higher-end Eliza Collection.

Spanning levels 44 to 68 of the 68-storey <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/rothelowman">Rothelowman</a>-designed tower, the Eliza Collection has been conceived as a lower-density offering within the broader development, with only five apartments on each floor, dedicated lift access and a collection of resident spaces reserved exclusively for Eliza Collection residents.

The Eliza Collection forms part of Far East Consortium's broader move toward larger-format residences at 640 Bourke Street, where the number of apartments was reduced from earlier plans as apartment sizes increased.

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"What it's meant for 640 Bourke is we've actually reduced the number of apartments. We've increased the overall size of the apartments. We don't have any studios in here, and what that does for a project is it elevates it," Far East Consortium Director of Sales and Marketing Lauren Sheldon said.

Rothelowman Associate Jun Chang said the design process provided an opportunity to create more generous floorplans.

"We were given the opportunity to be more generous. The apartments became bigger and squarer than any other apartments which had been designed in the CBD before that."

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That thinking carries through to the Eliza Collection, where the residences have been designed around the space and functionality associated with a larger home, but positioned high above the centre of Melbourne.

Kitchens are equipped with Gaggenau appliances, a butler's pantry, temperature-controlled wine cabinet and sculptural pendant lighting, while engineered timber flooring, stone and porcelain finishes and custom cabinetry feature throughout the broader interiors.

Privacy and security are another point of distinction. Eliza Collection residents have dedicated lift access, while 640 Bourke Street will provide concierge services and secure resident parking. Short-stay accommodation, including Airbnb, will not be permitted within the development.

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Eliza Collection residents will also have exclusive access to selected amenity spaces across levels one and three of the restored Eliza Tinsley building. These include the Salon with grand piano, an art therapy room, private dining rooms and treatment rooms.

They sit within more than 3,000 sqm of amenity planned across 640 Bourke Street, alongside facilities including a pool, gym, whisky lounge and further social and wellness spaces.

The Eliza Tinsley building itself is central to the wider project's identity. Rather than treating the existing Eliza Tinsley façade as a separate element, Rothelowman used it as a starting point for the architecture of the new tower, with the historic building to accommodate the project's gallery and lobby.

"It's a significant asset and wants to be celebrated and experienced by all residents every single time they go in and out of the building," Rothelowman Principal Stuart Marsland said.

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The tower will rise behind the retained heritage building at 640 Bourke Street, placing residents within walking distance of Southern Cross Station, Flagstaff Gardens, Queen Victoria Market and the Docklands waterfront.

With construction scheduled to begin in October, Far East Consortium has established an onsite display gallery at 640 Bourke Street, including fully built apartments that allow the project's layouts, materials and finishes to be inspected at full scale.

A fully built Eliza Collection apartment is also available to view at the display suite by appointment ahead of the planned October construction commencement.

Eligible purchasers who buy before construction commences can secure the full available off-the-plan stamp duty savings, subject to eligibility and applicable conditions.

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Far East Consortium brings Eliza Collection to 640 Bourke Street ahead of October construction start

Sydney off the plan apartments

It was late 2021 when luxury Sydney developer, Aqualand, launched sales for their stunning new project, AURA by Aqualand.

Within the first week of marketing, over 70 per cent of the apartments released in the first stage were sold.

<a href="/buildings/aura-by-aqualand-north-sydney-168-walker-street-north-sydney-nsw-2060">AURA</a> was conceived as a game-changer for Sydney's growing second CBD, with designs by renowned architecture Woods Bagot who were tasked with creating both a placemaking project which would contribute to North Sydney, as well as offer residents a sanctuary above a thriving new retail and dining precinct.

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Fast forward just over two years from when the project hit the market, and now the building exterior is complete and display apartments have been finished and furnished, there's certainly nothing comparable in the apartment space in the area.

At a time where the development industry has been plagued with construction difficulties, Aqualand's own in-house building arm, Aqualand Construction, has pushed on through the challenges. One of the pillars of development Aqualand pride themselves on is timeliness of delivery.

Aqualand Construction delivered their first project, BLUE at Lavender Bay, in 2021, which points to both their efficiency in delivery and the quality of delivery. BLUE at Lavender Bay won the 2022 AIB Professional Excellence in Building in the category of Adaptive Reuse, the 2023 Council of Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat Award of Excellence in the repositioning category, and&nbsp;the Urban Taskforce's High-Density Residential Development award in 2022.

The quality of design and construction is on show again at their new display apartments in AURA. The interiors were led by Richards Stanisich, who focused on creating palettes which evoke the natural beauty of Sydney Harbour.

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Kirsten Stanisich, Director and Founder of Richards Stanisich, said their design interprets the architectural concept for the building to reflect the sculptural shorelines and cliff faces of Sydney Harbour. Three schemes are available, light, mid, or dark palettes.

All apartments afford a seamless flow from open space living to glorious winter gardens or balconies, while some apartments feature a multi-functional room that facilitates use as a secondary living area, an office, bedroom, or guest room. Completing the offering, select apartments enjoy sunlit glazed studies instead.&nbsp;

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The heart of the home is the luxurious kitchen, complete with natural stone benchtop and splashback, integrated Gaggenau appliances including oven, microwave, rangehood and dishwasher, and an island bench with pendant lighting.

Residents will have access to a suite of five-star resort-style amenities including a podium level pool and gym, a dining and entertaining area on level nine, and outdoor barbecue facilities, a sun deck, and dining rooms on the top level.

The apartments will sit above an activated ground floor plane, part of the placemaking initiative by Woods Bagot.

To be managed by hospitality arm Etymon Projects, there will be a mix of venues on the doorstep of AURA including a providore, a bakery, café, wine bar, an all-day diner, as well as a contemporary Japanese eatery.

Having topped out the 28-level glass structure in July last year, Aqualand is expecting residents to be settling around the same time this year.

There are still a handful of one, two and three-bedroom apartments remaining in AURA by Aqualand.

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Game-changing North Sydney apartments approach completion as Aqualand reveal AURA display apartments

When conceiving their second apartment development in Sydney's St Leonards, it was important for developer New Hope Group to take the successful learnings from their first.

They called on national architecture firm Rothelowman to create <a href="/new-apartments/the-landmark-quarter-st-leonards-8-marshall-avenue-st-leonards">The Landmark Quarter</a>, the sequel project to their debut <a href="/new-apartments/st-leonards-nsw-2065">St Leonards apartment development</a>, The Landmark.

Conrad Lowry, Associate at Rothelowman, said the design brief from the outset was to create a series of buildings in the lineage of The Landmark, with multiple unit type offerings, a high level of amenity, and exceptional design features.

"The amalgamation of several small scale lots in a prominent location into a unified and cohesive design across three towers was an exciting challenge on this project," Lowry said, adding that it was important to be sympathetic in the design to the natural environs of the locality and topography of the site.

"The curvilinear design of the towers echoes the natural landscape and topography of the sandstone escarpments of the locality which drops from Pacific Highway to the harbour."

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Inside the 205 one, two and three-bedroom apartments and townhouses, Lowry said each home was design to have a personalized touch.

"The design for each residence was to have a sense of the interiors being a crafted experience with touch points for personalisation, a high level of finish, including natural stone used extensively throughout the unit types, and resolved detailing with amenities and sightlines prioritised."

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One of the major focuses in The Landmark Quarter was on the level of amenity.

"New Hope and Rothelowman wanted to provide amenity that ensured purchasers felt very much like they were ‘at home’, by providing a level of amenity that meant that the luxuries that are available in a single residence, and more, are available in the Landmark Quarter, and that the sense of community would be fostered with shared and exclusive access options available," Lowry said.

The Landmark Quarter features a rooftop with views to the CBD, a ground floor lap pool with sauna and spa,&nbsp;an exclusive dining room and an adjoining kitchen, a games room, a boutique cinema and a gym.

Read more:&nbsp;<a href="/news/nsw/a-cinema-swimming-pool-and-billiards-room-inside-the-amenity-laden-st-leonards-off-the-plan-apartment-development-the-landmark-quarter">A cinema, swimming pool, and billiards room: Inside the amenity-laden St Leonards off the plan apartment development, The Landmark Quarter</a>

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The Landmark Quater sits across a triple site on Marshall Avenue, just 350 metres from St Leonards Station, the new Metro Station and bus links, which all ensure easy access to the city and surrounding areas.

CBRE is marketing The Landmark Quarter, which is currently under construction through <a href="/news/nsw/landmark-quarter-st-leonards-apartment-development-to-start-construction">iCIRT-rated builder, Binah</a>.

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Staff Writer

How Rothelowman designed St Leonards new apartment development, The Landmark Quarter

A North Sydney office building has been listed for sale with the development expectation it could be converted into an apartment building.

The listing comes at a time where there's a square focus on adaptive reuse of office buildings in Australia’s major CBDs. 
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Located at 12 Mount Street, the nine-level commercial building is expected to sell for circa $40 million.&nbsp; 
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<a href="/project-marketer/cbre-residential-australia">CBRE</a>’s Ben Wicks, James Parry and Angus Windred are managing the sale via an expression of interest campaign closing 28th March 2024.&nbsp; 
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“Without substantial upgrades or capital expenditure, commercial buildings built in the 1960s and 1970s no longer satisfy the needs of tenants,” Wicks said.&nbsp; 
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“The softening in commercial values and increase in vacancy levels is providing an opportunity to obtain vacant possession to redevelop. We are seeing a growing number of building owners - both in Australia and globally - turning to adaptive re-use, choosing to repurpose existing buildings to better uses such as residential apartments, in favour of doing a knockdown rebuild.” 
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“Due to the properties prime position in <a href="/new-apartments/north-sydney-nsw">North Sydney</a> CBD, Sydney Harbour and Bridge views and solid demand for residential apartments in the area, we are expecting buyer interest from experienced local developers.&nbsp; 
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The property has potential for holding income and vacant possession from January 1st, 2025. The potential development will likely retain its existing superstructure and basement car parking. 
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“With limited available residential stock, and existing commercial strata buildings becoming increasingly costly to manage and requiring significant capital upgrades, we are seeing an increase trend in owners banding together to sell as an amalgamation," Windred added. 
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“Due to the changing dynamics of the commercial landscape, we are currently experiencing a push for a greater mixed-use environment in this space which could inject a new breed of investors to the <a href="/new-apartments/sydney-nsw">Sydney</a> CBD and Metro markets and see redundant buildings turned into valuable accommodation which Sydney needs.” 
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The focus on potential office conversion is also evident in <a href="/new-apartments/melbourne-vic">Melbourne</a>. A&nbsp;recent Property Council Study found that vacant office buildings in <a>Melbourne</a>’s CBD have the potential to be transformed into apartments, leading to the creation of up to 12,000 new homes. 
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The study, conducted by architecture firm <a href="/architects/hassell-studio">Hassel</a>l on behalf of the Property Council of Australia, found that subject to individual feasibility studies, approximately 86 office buildings are suitable for adaptive reuse.

CBRE is expecting interest from experienced local developers

North Sydney office block pitched at residential apartment conversion

The first home buyer market has been incredibly quiet in the off the plan apartment market for the last few years given the unwavering hiking of interest rates by the RBA.

Now however, with economic data and commentary suggesting rates will be coming down. later in 2024, first home buyers have started to emerge again.

Data from MatterFact, Apartments.com.au's new data analytics product, shows that in&nbsp;<a href="/new-apartments/sydney-nsw">Sydney</a>&nbsp;there has been over 35 per cent more enquiry from first home buyers in the first two months of 2024 compared to the same period in 2023.

Enquiry is also 30 per cent up compared with the last two months of 2023.

We've looked at the most popular apartment developments across Sydney for first home buyers on Urban.

<h2>Projects: Fox Lane</h2>

<h3>Location: 2 Fox Lane, Rockdale NSW 2216</h3>

<h3>Developer: TQM Group</h3>

<a href="/developers/tqm-group">TQM Group</a>'s next generation of urban-designed apartments has become one of the most sought-after addresses in <a href="/developments/rockdale-nsw-2216">Rockdale</a>, with both first home buyers and investors showing significant interest.

<a href="/new-apartments/fox-lane-rockdale-499-princes-highway-rockdale">Fox Lane</a> comprises 43 studio, one, two and three-bedroom apartments above two ground-floor commercial spaces. The apartments start at $539,000.

First home buyers will enjoy their practical open-plan homes and the variety of rooftop amenities crowning the <a href="/architects/place-studio">Place Studio</a>-designed building.&nbsp;

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Fox Lane's onsite amenity includes a cinema, pool and BBQ area with expansive district views. Fox Lane also offers easy access to some of Rockdale’s many local amenities and urban conveniences, just an eight-minute walk to&nbsp;Rockdale or Banksia Station.

The area around Fox Lane is also teeming with a vibrant café and restaurant scene with some of the best food and dining spots nearby.

<h2>Projects: The Grand</h2>

<h3>Location: 27-37 Mann Street, Gosford NSW 2250</h3>

<h3>Developer: TQM Group</h3>

<a href="/developers/ace-property-group">Ace Property Group</a> and TQM Group, who have teamed up on several apartment developments previously, have collaborated again to create the apartment development The Grand.

Situated on <a href="/new-apartments/gosford-nsw-2250">Gosford</a>'s Mann Street, the project offers one of the most desirable locations for apartment seekers across the entire Central Coast.

<a href="/new-apartments/the-grand-gosford-27-37-mann-street-gosford">The Grand</a> will comprise 138 apartments across an 18-level <a href="/architects/kannfinch">Kann Finch</a>-designed tower.&nbsp;

Prospective first home buyers at The Grand can pay no stamp duty for the two-bedroom apartments, which start at $700,000. They span nearly 100 sqm of internal living area.

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Architecture firm Kann Finch designed the tower to protrude from a fine-grained sandstone podium, which will be crowned by a striking resident infinity pool and a landscaped garden by <a href="/landscape-architect/site-image">Site Image Landscape Architects</a>.

Within the podium, on street level, will be several food and beverage tenancies when the building is complete in 2025.

The open-plan apartments feature floor-to-ceiling glass windows, taking in sweeping views of either the water or the wider Central Coast district. The well-appointed kitchens come furnished with Smeg appliances, Parisi tape-ware, timber veneer, and stone benchtops.&nbsp;

<h2>Projects: Tallawong Village</h2>

<h3>Location: 2-12 &amp; 1-15 Conferta Avenue, Rouse Hill NSW 2155</h3>

<h3>Developer: Deicorp</h3>

<a href="/developers/deicorp">Deicorp</a>'s <a href="/new-apartments/tallawong-village-rouse-hill-shop-30-12-conferta-avenue-tallawong">Tallawong Village</a> offers highly affordable but contemporary apartments in Sydney's growing Hills District, with varying floor plans of one, two and three-bedrooms catering to both rightsizers and first home buyers.

Situated on the doorstep of the Sydney Metro Tallawong Station, Tallawong Village boasts unparalleled connectivity, with existing access to the Sydney CBD, and plans already underway to connect <a href="/new-apartments/tallawong-nsw-2762">Tallawong</a> to the future Western Sydney International Airport.

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The village will also benefit from the planned future Tallawong Town Centre, which will deliver up to 30,000 sqm of retail floorspace, while the bustling Rouse Hill Town Centre is just one stop away on the Metro.&nbsp;

Tallawong Village is a part of the more than 2,000 apartments that Deicorp is delivering along the Northwest Metro line, with the group also responsible for the <a href="/new-apartments/hills-showground-village-castle-hill-2-mandala-parade-castle-hill">Hills Showground Village</a> in <a href="/new-apartments/castle-hill-nsw-2154">Castle Hill</a> and <a href="/buildings/proximity-rouse-hill-8-civic-way-rouse-hill">Proximity</a> at <a href="/new-apartments/rouse-hill-nsw-2155">Rouse Hill</a>.

<h2>Projects: Auburn Square</h2>

<h3>Location: 26-36 Northumberland Road, Auburn NSW 2144</h3>

<h3>Developer: Tian AN Australia Ltd</h3>

Developed by <a href="/developers/tian-an-australia">Tian An LFD</a>, Auburn Square boasts the ultimate liveability in the heart of western Sydney.

<a href="/buildings/auburn-square-26-36-northumberland-road-auburn">Auburn Square</a> comprises 427 residences in one, two, and three-bedroom configurations, including nine retail and commercial suites and various amenities..

The project is ideally price pointed for first home buyers, with both one and two-bedroom apartments starting below $600,000.

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Each apartment has generously sized, open-concept living and dining areas, as well as well-appointed kitchens with integrated premium Westinghouse appliances.&nbsp;

A sprawling rooftop garden covering 2,000 sqm crowns Auburn Square and provides a welcoming retreat for residents to enjoy with their families, pets, and neighbours.&nbsp;

Auburn Square is only a four-minute walk from the train station, with easy access to Parramatta Road and the M4 for a quick drive to Sydney CBD or destinations further west.

<h2>Projects: Rhodes Central Oasis</h2>

<h3>Location: 39 Marquet Street, Rhodes NSW 2138</h3>

<h3>Developer: Billbergia</h3>

National property development firm <a href="/builders/billbergia-construction">Billbergia</a>'s recent release at their $2.5 billion masterplanned community Rhodes Central,&nbsp;<a href="/new-apartments/rhodes-central-oasis-39-marquet-street-rhodes">Oasis</a>, has been popular with first home buyers on Urban.

Designed by <a href="/architects/sjb-architects">SJB Architects</a>, the Oasis tower offers 126 one, two, and three-bedroom apartments starting at $865,000.

The apartments range from one-bedroom units up to 78 sqm, two-bedroom units around 90 sqm, and three-bedroom apartments reaching 116 sqm internally.&nbsp;

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Oasis also features a range of exclusive resident facilities, including an expansive swimming pool with private cabanas, a splash pad for children, and a spa.

Upon completion, the Rhodes Central neighbourhood covers approximately two hectares and will be home to five residential water-view buildings on the <a href="/new-apartments/rhodes-nsw-2138">Rhodes</a> peninsula when complete, housing over 1,500 apartments.

There will also be a central plaza with shopping, dining, and recreation offerings in the master plan.

Sydney's top five apartment development for first home buyers in 2024

Sydney-based developer&nbsp;<a href="/developers/haitchin-group">Haitchin Group</a> has been approved to include Latent Defects Insurance (LDI) at its Infinity Park mixed-use masterplan project in Sydney’s rapidly expanding <a href="/developments/norwest-nsw-2153">Norwest</a>.&nbsp;

<a href="/new-apartments/infinity-park-residential-7-maitland-place-norwest">Infinity Park</a> is the first and only development in Norwest to offer purchasers the insurance which provides property owners with a 10-year warranty post building completion.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Recently introduced in Australia by Resilience Insurance, LDI has been identified by the NSW Building Commissioner David Chandler as an essential “must-have” for property developers that insures property owners against structural defects for 10 years post building completion.&nbsp;

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Consumers have the ability to claim the costs of significant defect rectification directly with the insurer. It also covers the cost of rehousing residents during defect rectification, should it be required.

The insurance positions property developers as ‘market leading’ and following best practice, aimed at giving greater certainty and confidence to off the plan apartment purchasers and a tick of approval that the developer is safeguarding the interests of its future purchasers.

LDI must be taken out by either the developer or builder before construction starts, as the insurance effectively follows the whole project lifecycle and includes a complete examination of plans, specifications and other documentation, as well as monthly audits by independent technical inspectors through to certification of Practical Completion.

Once the 10-year warranty period expires, the strata corporation can transition to new insurance policies to protect their apartment buildings. This is expected to be at a lower premium than would otherwise be charged.

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Haitchin’s General Manager Robert Tasveski said LDI provides peace of mind and reassurance to off the plan purchasers at Infinity Park, knowing that they have a 10-year warranty against any structural defects.&nbsp;

“Latent Defects Insurance is intended to prevent the occurrence of structural defects in the first place. Just like car or private health insurance, you hope you never need to use it but if you do, you’re happy you have it,” he said.&nbsp;

“Importantly, its only offered to developers and builders deemed trustworthy by the insurer, Resilience Insurance. In order to receive the insurance, Infinity Park must pass rigorous and regular assessments by independent technical inspectors that ensure the quality of the construction is upheld.

“With the monthly inspections, if they find something that needs fixing, it needs to be rectified before the project proceeds to the next step.”

NSW Building Commissioner David Chandler said the introduction of Latent Defects Insurance is the latest reform to the building and construction industry which will improve the design and construction of apartment buildings in NSW.

“These reforms have come about due to the united commitment of government and industry to transform the NSW construction sector.

“NSW is now in the position of being a national leader in offering an insurance product of this type for Class 2 buildings because of the three years of conscious effort and commitment by Government and industry to the journey we have been on under Construct NSW.

“We’re looking to clean up the market and bring an end to expensive litigations against developers who have deep pockets or subsequently vanish into thin air.”

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When completed in mid-2025, the <a href="/architects/turner-studio">Turner</a>-designed Infinity Park will comprise 290 apartments across three residential buildings. The project consists of a 25-storey tower, Marque, along with two five-storey low-rise buildings, marketed as Alpha and Omega, comprising the most premium two- and three-bedroom apartments in the precinct.

A seven-storey commercial tower, Infinity Commercial, is situated opposite the residential buildings and comprises 95 strata commercial suites including a 193 sqm signature rooftop fine-dining restaurant by acclaimed hatted chef, Joshua Mason.&nbsp;

Haitchin has partnered with construction company&nbsp;<a href="/builders/cjca">CJCA</a> to deliver the project. Independent specialist Construction Consultants Pty Ltd will oversee the construction process.

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Haitchin’s General Manager Robert Tasveski said LDI provides peace of mind and reassurance to off the plan purchasers at Infinity Park, knowing that they have a 10-year warranty against any structural defects

Infinity Park, Norwest buyers to get 10-year Latent Defects Insurance

The Rosehill-Camellia Landowners Alliance (RCLA), a consortium of four major landowners, are looking to the NSW State Government to collaboratively deliver a new $25 billion community on the Rosehill Racecourse and Camellia Town Centre sites.

Set to be delivered by 2050 on the amalgamated 90-hectare site in Western Sydney, the RCLA’s $25 billion vision will unlock access to the Parramatta River waterway with a new ferry wharf, light rail, and Metro stations.&nbsp;

The proposed plan will also see a town centre developed as the heart of 45,000 critically needed new homes which will include affordable housing. Retail, education and commercial space alongside community facilities, public open spaces, and new infrastructure, will make up the precinct.

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RCLA members include Wentworth Properties, Billbergia, Abacus, and the Australian Turf Club.

The plan’s proposed new public spaces include a 350-metre-long beach and opens up an additional 1.5 kilometres of waterfront along the Parramatta River.

Rosehill-Camellia will also catalyse a three-minute economic super-hub in Western Sydney – with residents able to commute within minutes between Westmead, Parramatta and Camellia using the new Metro.&nbsp;

The new public transit and walkable community would be in easy walkable access to the new Metro Station, Parramatta Light Rail stops and a new ferry wharf.

Camellia was once a major industrial precinct, but its role as an employment hub has been in decline since the 1970s, with a 91% decrease in jobs since its 1976 peak.

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“This is a once-in-a-century opportunity to plan strategically for an entire ’city-within-a-city’, while also unlocking access to the riverfront – activating, remediating, and beautifying what is now a former industrial wasteland," Bilbergia Development Director&nbsp;Rick Graf said.

"It will enable Parramatta to fulfil its destiny as a global city alongside Sydney.

“For scale, the combined site is four times larger than Barangaroo and will accommodate 100,000 people, generating over 15,000 jobs.&nbsp;

It will be the largest development in the history of the Central River City and is a total game-changer for Western Sydney."

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Transport infrastructure like Parramatta Light Rail and the Metro West, provides an opportunity to develop a plan that considers the site’s strategic role over the next 50 years.&nbsp;This includes the long-term social infrastructure needed to support the major housing supply and contribute to the status of Central River City.

The Alliance members are calling on the NSW State Government to collaborate with the Landowners and the Council to develop a new and visionary master plan to optimise the amalgamated site. &nbsp;&nbsp;

"We want to ensure international best practices are utilised to leverage the potential for value creation for both the Government and the economy," Graf added.&nbsp;

“The new masterplan needs to be a highest-level collaboration between government and the private sector investors, and must have the best international expertise to crystallise the broader vision."

“This is a once-in-a-century opportunity to plan strategically for an entire ’city-within-a-city’" Bilbergia Development Director Rick Graf said.



$25 billion new community planned for Rosehill Racecourse land

With housing demand projected to outpace Greater Sydney in price and rental growth, the Norwest area in Sydney’s booming Hills District has become an attractive investment opportunity.

According to Urbis’s Norwest Market Outlook Report, sales prices and rental yields for apartments within the Norwest area outperformed those in the Greater Sydney Area between 2019 and 2022.

The Urbis Report indicates that infrastructure investment and new housing development is a key factor in the strong price growth over the period, attracting more affluent residents to the <a href="/developments/norwest-nsw-2153">Norwest</a> area. &nbsp;The median unit price has increased by 6.3% per annum over the past 10 years and median sales prices experienced growth of 8.7% in the past 12 months across 328 settled transactions.

Norwest and surrounding areas are benefitting from more than $9 billion in infrastructure investment, including the North West Metro, which is soon to connect direct to the CBD and beyond. On top of that there's the North Connex and West Connex motorways, as well as Norwest area-specific education, recreation, retail, health and service facilities that are contributing to the transformation of Norwest into a vibrant lifestyle and economic hub.&nbsp;

In addition, the dynamic growth of Norwest Business Park (one of the largest corporate precincts in Australia, with a focus on knowledge industries, and professional and health services), will continue to drive employment opportunities and demand for quality housing nearby.

Population growth is a key factor fuelling demand for housing, with Transport for NSW forecasting Norwest’s population growing by an average of 1.8 per cent per annum from 2022 to 2037 almost doubling the NSW average of 1.0 per cent per annum. This equates to a total population of around 63,700 residents by 20375.

To meet housing demands for this forecast increase in population, the Norwest area will require an additional 4,850 dwellings by 2037 and based on the historic 10-year average dwelling completions6, it is forecast to fall short of meeting the required supply. &nbsp;Given the significant decline in NSW dwelling approvals since 20177, the housing shortfall in Norwest is likely to further intensify.

Developer Mulpha has, for the past 30 years, been developing the $2.5 billion commercial, retail and residential estate, Norwest Business Park, in Baulkham Hills in Sydney’s Hills District – one of the largest integrated developments in Australia.

As part of Norwest, <a href="/developers/mulpha">Mulpha</a> is currently delivering stage 1 of its proposed multi-stage vision for the ‘<a href="/new-apartments/norwest-quarter-40-solent-circuit-norwest">Norwest Quarter</a>’. &nbsp;The plans for the entire Norwest Quarter precinct propose a major mixed-use development for over 2,000 residents across eight residential towers, 6,000 m2 of space for cafes, restaurants, neighborhood shops and everyday services, facilities and amenities within a vibrant village centre set within 3.8 hectares of greenfield land, up to 70 per cent of which is to be dedicated to green, open space. &nbsp;

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Mulpha’s Head of Development, Tim Spencer said the demand for quality apartments in Norwest reflects a change in mindset in how people view apartment living.&nbsp;

“The demand for quality apartments will continue to grow not just due to relative affordability but also the lifestyle benefits. &nbsp;These include being able to live in a great location close to transport connections, education and public amenities, parks and recreational facilities, all within a vibrant community.

“This is increasingly appealing to a broad range of people from singles, couples and families, to empty nesters who want convenience and community. With people enjoying busy and active lifestyles through all stages of life, many people don’t want the responsibility, time commitment and cost of maintaining a house and garden.&nbsp;

“Of course, the most important consideration with buying any apartment is the quality of design and construction and that it is being delivered by a developer with a strong track record of commitment to the area and who stands behind their product.”

The first stage of the Norwest Quarter is located within 400 metres of the Norwest Metro Station and comprises two residential apartment buildings, Lacebark and Banksia, as well as more than 3,500 sqm of retail and commercial space that aims to house a full-floor commercial gym, fresh food grocer, medical services, and restaurants.

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Norwest and surrounding areas are benefitting from more than $9 billion in infrastructure investment, including the North West Metro, which is soon to connect direct to the CBD and beyond

Norwest apartment market in Sydney’s Hills District reports strong price and rental growth

New South Wales property developer&nbsp;Anson Group&nbsp;has secured approval for its near 200-apartment, four-building project in Sydney's Kensington.

Around 18 months after <a href="/news/nsw/first-look-anson-group-plot-mixed-use-kensington-development">filing for the $103 million mini-masterplan project</a>&nbsp;across&nbsp;77-103 Anzac Parade and 59A-71 Boronia Street, the Randwick City Council has given the project the all clear.

The <a href="/new-apartments/77-103-anzac-parade-59a-71-boronia-street-kensington">four buildings</a> vary in height from four levels on Boronia Lane to nine levels fronting Anzac Parade and will be anchored by a supermarket and further retail lining&nbsp;a new through-site access between Anzac Parade and Boronia Street.

<a href="/new-apartments/77-103-anzac-parade-59a-71-boronia-street-kensington"><img alt="First look: Anson Group plot mixed-use Kensington development" data-entity-type="" data-entity-uuid="" src="https://res.cloudinary.com/dz9xllyip/image/fetch/c_scale,w_580,dpr_2.0,q_auto:good/https://s3-ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/www.urban.com.au/s3fs-public/pictures/article-images/screen_shot_2022-08-09_at_8.51.47_pm.png" /></a>The view from Anzac Parade south toward Building D. Image credit:&nbsp;<a href="/architects/bvn-architecture">BVN</a>&nbsp;Architects

The scale, density and design of the proposal is consistent with the vision of the Randwick DCP to transform the Anzac Parade corridor, within which the site is identified as an ‘opportunity site’ adjacent the Kensington Town Centre, architecture firm&nbsp;<a href="/architects/bvn-architecture">BVN</a>&nbsp;noted in their design statement submitted to the Randwick Council.

<a href="/architects/bvn-architecture">BVN</a>&nbsp;have used brick for the striking facade for the buildings, but with one of the buildings a lighter brick colour.

The majority of the development will be two-bedrooms, with 140 (71%) the owner-occupier, first home buyer and investor friendly type of stock. There will be 33 one-bedroom apartments (17%) and 24 three-bedroom apartments (12%),

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A view east of the through-site link from Boronia Street. Image credit:&nbsp;<a href="/architects/bvn-architecture">BVN</a>&nbsp;Architects

Due to the site's sloped topography and deep footprint, the architectural response was to design four&nbsp;duplex units along the north-west corner of Boronia Street.

The lower courtyards provide privacy and a large private open space for the bedrooms on the lower levels, while the living spaces above maintain visual connection with Boronia Street.

The project will be down the road from TOGA's Anzac Parade project, <a href="/new-apartments/the-kensington-147-151-anzac-parade-kensington">The Kensington</a>, which is nearer Randwick Race Course.

Anson Group is awaiting further feedback from the North Sydney Council after lodging <a href="/news/nsw/first-look-st-leonards-set-for-tallest-tower-as-anson-group-file-for-mixed-use-development">plans for what will be one of St Leonards tallest towers</a> in late 2023.

The project will be down the road from TOGA's Anzac Parade project, The Kensington which is nearer Randwick Race Course.

Anson Group greenlit for Anzac Parade, Kensington apartments

Sydney builder developer&nbsp;<a href="/developers/coronation-property">Coronation Property Group</a>&nbsp;has kicked off construction on the second stage of their Ashbury Terraces residential project in Sydney's inner west.&nbsp;

<a href="/new-townhouses/ashbury-terraces-ashbury-165-171-milton-street-ashbury">Ashbury Terraces</a>, designed by acclaimed architects <a href="/architects/sjb-architects">SJB</a>, will a combination of 127 apartments and townhouse on a sprawling 16,500 sqm site on Milton Street in Ashbury,&nbsp;complemented by a range of communal amenities, green spaces and landscaping by Daniel Baffsky of <a href="/landscape-architect/360-degrees-landscape">360 Degrees</a>.

There will be 68 townhouses and 59 apartments.

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Each residence will connect to outdoor entertaining areas, backyards or courtyards, while a handful of terraces will have rooftops with views of the city skyline and neighbouring parklands. &nbsp;

<a href="/developers/coronation-property">Coronation</a> Managing Director Joseph Nahas said the project promises to be a cornerstone of Coronation’s commitment to creating quality designed and expertly constructed residences within Sydney’s inner-west, delivering spacious homes for those seeking modern living. 
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“The project has seen strong interest from local buyers, owner occupiers and downsizers who have an appreciation for the rarity of the project," Nahas said.

"Buyers are seeing value in larger terrace style homes offering communal amenities and oversized backyards – a unique feature to Sydney developments."

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Surrounded by a heritage conservation area and located less than 10km from Sydney’s CBD, Stage Two of Ashbury Terraces will carefully consider the area’s significant history to deliver a collection of residences that improve as they age. It will be a great example of how the built environment connects seamlessly to its surrounding green spaces.&nbsp;

SJB Director Adam Haddow said the development heralds a new standard of residential excellence in Sydney’s inner-west. 
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"The development has been designed to ensure that as time passes and people move through the site, a sense of community is fostered ensuring that Ashbury Terraces positively contributes to the social fabric of the area,” he said.

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Haddow said the design reflects the changing needs of modern living.

"We focused on creating spacious, light-filled homes that offer a seamless connection between indoor and outdoor spaces. The large backyards provide a private oasis in the city, while the added amenity offers residents a complete lifestyle experience." 
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Construction for Ashbury Terraces Stage One is on track for completion by the end of 2024, while Stage Two is set to be completed in the second half of 2025.

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Construction for Ashbury Terraces Stage One is on track for completion by the end of 2024, while Stage Two is set to be completed in the second half of 2025

Coronation commence construction on Ashbury Terraces second stage

Developer Piety Group has achieved a complete sell-out in their <a href="/developments/wentworth-point-nsw-2127">Wentworth Point</a> apartment development, ONE The Waterfront.&nbsp;

All of the 273 one, two and three-bedroom apartments at the Amalfi Drive development, a collaboration between <a href="/developers/piety-group">Piety Group</a>, <a href="/interior-designers/turner-studio">TURNER STUDIO</a>, <a href="/architects/stanisic-architects">Stanisic Architects</a>&nbsp;and <a href="/landscape-architect/urbis">Urbis</a>, have now sold.&nbsp;

Read more:&nbsp;<a href="/news/nsw/why-were-onto-our-third-one-the-waterfront-apartment-in-wentworth-point-urban-buyer-q-a">Why we're onto our third ONE The Waterfront apartment in Wentworth Point: Urban Buyer Q&amp;A</a>

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ONE The Waterfront features a number of resort-style facilities including a&nbsp;swimming pool, a fee-free commercial gym, tennis courts, and an outdoor rooftop cinema. Additionally, residents have access to CLUB ONE, a community centre equipped with another private cinema.

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The location was a big plus for buyers. The project sits near&nbsp;Homebush Bay and is within walking distance of the Olympic Park Train Station. It's also adjacent to Bay Park's expansive parklands, featuring amenities such as a children's playground, fitness station, and additional barbecue facilities.

<a href="/project-marketer/laver-residential-projects">Laver Residential Projects</a>&nbsp;took over sales at <a href="/buildings/one-the-waterfront-17-amalfi-drive-wentworth-point">ONE The Waterfront</a>, selling 181 of the apartments.

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Laver Residential Projects took over sales at ONE The Waterfront, selling 181 of the apartments

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