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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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

Leading Australian integrated property development group Aqualand is redefining the definition of luxury in their AURA by Aqualand mixed-use tower in North Sydney.

The $1 billion residential community is the second to be delivered by Aqualand’s internal construction arm, Aqualand Construction, and will comprise 386 premium apartments above a richly landscaped two-storey retail podium and commercial spaces.

Located at 168 Walker Street, on the edge of the rapidly transforming North Sydney CBD, AURA is nearing completion, with Aqualand having recently marked the construction of its uppermost floor, which rises 28 storeys above the streetscape, with a topping out ceremony.

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This period in AURA’s construction is an interesting time, according to Aqualand’s Executive Director Development &amp; Construction Tom Catalovski, as the various ‘layers’ of luxury are briefly visible at various stages throughout the building’s ongoing fit out.

“When most people use the term ‘luxury’, they’re generally referring to the quality of the fixtures and fittings – the elements of the residence on show and used on a daily basis, such as counter tops, cabinetry, tiling, tapware, lighting and the flooring, for example,” Catalovski said.

“As these fittings are currently being installed floor-by-floor in AURA, the fact that they epitomise ‘luxury’ is clearly evident, but our idea of ‘luxury’ goes beyond the surface to also describe the additional features we’re building into future proof the structure, the layers that won’t be seen when the fit outs are complete.

“It’s the details you don’t see, behind the walls, floors and ceilings that gives our clients security over time, and this is especially important when there’s such an industry focus on building defects,"&nbsp;Catalovski said.

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Catalovski says most&nbsp;residents won’t ever know about the additional luxurious features they're choosing to install in AURA.

“While we’re installing our hand-selected marble, which was inspected on various site visits to quarries in Greece, and high-grade direct-fix timber flooring, it’s really what’s underneath this layer that defines our approach to ‘luxury’, such as the high-quality water proofing membrane we install and the double-glazed façade windows providing acoustic protection, for example,"&nbsp;Catalovski says.

“Many people assume developers install bottom of the range fittings and fixtures of a perceived quality brand and position them as the best quality. However, at Aqualand we go to great lengths to ensure all the inclusions are best-in-class, and what’s installed is exactly to our strict specifications and meets our high expectations."

Catalovski says Aqualand intend&nbsp;to be in the luxury market for generations to come, so their reputation for delivering the best possible quality is of paramount importance. It was the driving factor as to why Aqualand developed their own in-house construction arm, to ensure build quality is second to none and truly lasts the test of time.

Aqualand&nbsp;go to great lengths to meet and exceed the standards mandated by the Building Code of Australia. They've appointed industry leading independent peer review&nbsp;consultants, ensuring they adopt their recommendations and implement best-in-class procedures with their building standards.

Catalovski says they've gone above and beyond by hiring a team of independent tier one consultants to conduct peer reviews of the entire design and construction process initially specified by their tier one project team which includes world-renowned architects Woods Bagot, Richards Stanisich and Turf Design Studio, plus all the top contractors and premium suppliers such as Gaggenau, Bosch, Sub-zero, Technogym, Samsung, and Parisi.

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Aqualand has also elected to engage a third party to undertake a peer review on quality assurance, once the fit out is complete.

“We’ve engaged a company called Strata Defect Specialists Sydney to undertake a third-party independent defecting review, in addition to that carried out by our building team, to help ensure an outstanding experience for our customers at their pre-settlement inspections. They’ll be ensuring we’re delivering the quality our clients have come to expect of us. Again, this goes way beyond the industry standard."

A clearly evident aspect of AURA’s luxury offering are the oversized apartments, which exceed the North Sydney Council’s minimum building requirements. The standard size for a two-bedroom apartment in the area is 80 sqm, with AURA’s measuring 95 sqm, plus a wintergarden, making them well over 100 sqm in total. AURA’s design was revised three times to increase the size of the apartments, with the initial plan decreasing from 448 residences to 386.

Other luxury inclusions visible to residents include the integration of the latest technology, including provisions to charge electric vehicles. A pool of Tesla share vehicles will be available for hire, all apartments will have full fibre nbn internet connections, and Wi-Fi hot spotting will be installed in common areas throughout the entire building.

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The building will also benefit from a building management system to monitor and control the building’s services to ensure efficient management and allow for early detection and rectification of any issues to ensure the building is always operating optimally.

AURA represents the fifth residential project delivered by Aqualand since the company’s launch in 2014 and is well on the way to joining a portfolio of other notable completed projects such as BLUE at Lavender Bay in Milsons Point and The REVY at Darling Island.

Aqualand Group Managing Director, Jin Lin, says Aqualand’s integrated holistic business model is another key to their success.

“We’re continuing to grow strength by strength. Even in these uncertain times we’re still performing strongly due to the 100% ownership of our development and internal construction arm, and other lifestyle service and hospitality business offerings,"&nbsp;Lin said, adding that their&nbsp;other completed landmark projects are testament to their focus on delivering quality.

"This is especially attractive to our clients at a time when many other developers are struggling to find builders for their projects and buyers are asking who’s building the project as one of their very first questions. Construction quality really is top of mind now."

AURA will feature an extensive podium level retail precinct providing residents with a curated shopping and dining destination on their doorstep, including a providore, bakery, café and wine bar, an all-day diner and a contemporary Japanese restaurant. A network of landscaped laneways will also welcome visitors into the precinct.

Other resident amenities include a lifestyle concierge service, gym equipped with world- leading fitness technology brand Technogym, wellness room, and end-of-trip facilities. A glamorous rooftop area offers a sky sun deck, private dining rooms, barbecue and kitchen space for year-round al fresco entertaining.

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Aqualand’s Tom Catalovski says Aqualand intend to be in the luxury market for generations to come, so their reputation for delivering the best possible quality is of paramount importance

Aqualand's idea of luxury goes beyond the surface: Inside the final stages of AURA by Aqualand's luxury aesthetics

The Darling Harbour of tomorrow is taking shape today with a major project progressing to the next phase of development and a new 2050 Vision being drafted by the NSW Government.

The State Significant Development (SSD) of Harbourside, is a key project moving Darling Harbour from a 1980s icon into a modern and thriving destination for the next generation of visitors.

The $764.5 million SSD has now been approved and involves the demolition of the original Harbourside building to make way for a new mixed-use 50-storey residential and commercial building, with up to 265 new homes.

As part of the project, Mirvac has agreed to a $5.2 million contribution to generate affordable housing, including in the surrounding Pyrmont area. Major renewal is also underway nearby with the restoration of the Pyrmont Bridge, expansion of the Chinese Garden, a new stage in Tumbalong Park, the opening of the new W Hotel, and the IMAX redevelopment.

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The Department of Planning and Environment is currently assessing a separate SSD for the design of Harbourside’s public domain, including upgrades to the waterfront promenade with seating, greenery, heritage interpretation (storytelling of the area’s history), and public art.

Additionally, the NSW Government has announced it is developing a Darling Harbour 2050 Vision to provide a ‘big picture’ for the community, allowing the precinct to evolve over time while keeping its unique, world-famous character.

The Vision is being developed in partnership with the community with over 1,100 participants engaging in an online survey, pop up stalls and focus groups. Emerging themes from these sessions highlight opportunities to connect to the water, a need for more trees as well as greener and open space.

Aboriginal community engagement is currently underway, and the feedback will form an important part of the Vision.

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The Vision will deliver a planning framework to shape it into a vibrant, inclusive, and sustainable waterfront precinct. A draft is expected to be exhibited for feedback mid-next year and will reflect the views of the community.

Minister for Planning and Public Spaces Paul Scully said the NSW Government is focussed on continuing to rejuvenate this iconic part of Sydney’s harbour foreshore, and to drive more housing in well connected locations.

“This major SSD approval will support the Darling Harbour of tomorrow and create hundreds of new homes close to transport and services," Scully said.

“The 2050 Vision will also guide future decision-making and secure Darling Harbour as a world-famous destination for generations to come.”

The NSW Government has announced it is developing a Darling Harbour 2050 Vision to provide a ‘big picture’ for the community, allowing the precinct to evolve over time while keeping its unique, world-famous character

Next steps for future of Darling Harbour as Mirvac's 50-storey mixed-use development secures approval

Sydney developer ALAND has announced a partnership with IHG Hotels &amp; Resorts for voco Gosford to be the hotel component of their Gosford apartment development, Archibald by ALAND.

The mixed-use tower named after Archibald Acheson, the second Earl of Gosford, sits on a prime 5,656 sqm site overlooking the Brisbane River and will include 320 apartments, the 130-room lifestyle hotel, and portfolio of&nbsp;hospitality venues and a podium outdoor pool with swim-up bar.

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The design-focused hotel will feature guest rooms of up to 41 sqm and executive suites of up to 54 sqm.

The hospitality offerings extend to a&nbsp;street level pub and pizzeria, a rooftop sky bar and lounge on level 28, a signature restaurant under celebrity chef Dany Karam (former Executive Chef at the award-winning restaurant Black Bar and Grill in Pyrmont), a wellness centre and conference and events facilities.

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Marking IHG’s continued expansion into regional Australia, the hotel will be the second voco in regional NSW.

Andrew Hrsto, ALAND Founder and Director said they are thrilled to be partnering with IHG on the once-in-a-generation development in Gosford – one that will enliven the CBD and take this attractive regional city to the next level.

“Archibald is set to reposition Gosford as a major destination for holidaymakers and corporate hospitality," Hrsto said.

"The voco brand was the perfect fit for what is set to be a vibrant lifestyle destination on the Central Coast, at a time of significant growth and investment in Gosford.

“By integrating the voco brand into our development, residents will benefit from the atmosphere and amenities of a world-class hotel right at their doorstep, creating a cohesive experience of luxury everyday living for anyone who resides at the Archibald or is visiting as a guest.”

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Archibald by ALAND has been popular with downsizers, investors, and local first home buyers due to the&nbsp;attracted by government schemes.

Archibald by ALAND is scheduled for completion in Q3 2024 and will offer unique features and easy access to the region's beaches and amenities.

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Archibald by ALAND is scheduled for completion in Q3 2024 and will offer unique features and easy access to the region's beaches and amenities

ALAND partner with hotel chain voco for Archibald by ALAND, Gosford development

Coronation Property has revealed their first stage of their recently acquired <a href="/new-apartments/erskineville-nsw-2043">Erskineville</a> block in the growing Ashmore Estate.

Coronation Property, who <a href="/news/nsw/coronation-property-plan-over-1-000-apartments-at-newly-acquired-park-sydney-erskineville-site">18 months ago snared around 50,000 sqm of the Ashmore Estate development</a> from <a href="/developers/greenland-australia">Greenland Golden Horse</a>, has submitted plans for&nbsp;a collection of buildings with 146 apartments at <a href="/new-apartments/erskineville-nsw-2043">155 Mitchell Road</a>.

Architecture firm Silvester Fuller won the City of Sydney Design Competition over submissions by FJMT and <a href="/architects/mhn-design-union">MHNDU</a> who supplied a plan jointly with Archer Office.

The brief by the City of Sydney panel was to "develop a superior residential development outcome for the site that reinforces the desired neighbourhood character of Ashmore and <a href="/new-apartments/erskineville-nsw-2043">Erskineville</a>."

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The plans by Silvester Fuller were selected by the expert panel as part of the City of Sydney Design Competition, a mandatory part of the planning process for developments of this scale. The panel suggested the scheme by&nbsp;Silvester Fuller offers a unique built form that is the most compliant with the Stage 1 Concept envelope.

"The proposed scale and form are highly responsive to the surrounding existing and future development and presents a strong relationship between the park, the street and the through-site link. The internal planning is considered excellent and highly successful.

"The Silvester Fuller submission included excellent floorplate planning, rigorous apartment layout, three core arrangement with two lifts per core, generous entry lobbies and arrival areas within the apartments which made it stand out from the other submissions. The building separation relationship with the western neighbour is also a positive."

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The buildings will have 146 apartments, from studios to a single four-bedroom apartment. The majority of apartments are two and three-beds, a large portion of which have an additional study room.

Given strict planning laws don't allow for street-level activation like cafes, Silvester Fuller created apartments which present more as terrace homes. They have two or three-bedrooms, the third bedroom access through sliding doors on the main living area.

Their designs also incorporated a striking pitched roof above the "roof apartments", which are the largest in the development. They have between 110 sqm and 143 of internal living area and a further 66 sqm plus of balconies and wrap around terraces.

Despite no ground-level retail, Silvester Fuller has planned a communal "pavilion in the park", a multi-purpose, bookable room within the garden. There's also further private residential amenity in the form of a rooftop garden in the northern building wing with views of the city.&nbsp;

"This garden has been designed as a collection of outdoor rooms enabling multiple groups and individuals the opportunity to find and occupy their own space," Silvester Fuller noted in their Design Statement.

"The rooftop garden being open to sky with excellent solar access contrasts with the more protected ground plane providing a variety of outdoor spaces suitable for different times throughout the day and seasons all year round."

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Silvester Fuller said the vision for <a href="/new-apartments/erskineville-nsw-2043">the project</a> is to reflect the uniqueness and capture the spirit of <a href="/new-apartments/erskineville-nsw-2043">Erskineville</a>.

"Located on the edge of McPherson Park within the Inner West Sydney suburb of <a href="/new-apartments/erskineville-nsw-2043">Erskineville</a>, this neighbourhood is unique. Not as serious as the East, quirkier than the beaches, not as straight as the North shore and certainly edgier than the West.

"<a href="/new-apartments/erskineville-nsw-2043">The project</a>&nbsp;aims to capture the spirit of this place, the greater neighbourhood and the specific qualities offered by the site itself - fun and joyful - reflecting the anticipated play and recreation offered by the park adjacent.

"Much like the location itself, our vision for the project&nbsp;is to foster a community of multi-cultural, multi-generational occupants and provide moments of joy and delight for all those who pass her by

"<a href="/new-apartments/erskineville-nsw-2043">The project</a> balances the playful and the pragmatic, the whimsical and the whacky, wrapped in an overall concept focused on creating uplifting spaces to be in and around - a building to make you smile."

The frontage to the new park is direct, with no road between the building and the green.

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"This presents an opportunity for a closer relationship between the apartment interiors and the park beyond - the building skin able to open freely with reduced acoustic and pollutant pressures"."

"The architectural tones serve as a backdrop to the soft landscape of the park, sending forward the curated collection of native flora. The home types within <a href="/new-apartments/erskineville-nsw-2043">the project</a> are focused around family life, with families coming in a variety of shapes and sizes. From people living alone with occasional guests through to larger families full of children and pets, there is a diversity of apartments and town houses to call home - a home for everyone in <a href="/new-apartments/erskineville-nsw-2043">the project</a>."

There are sustainable elements&nbsp;including double glazing, rainwater capture and re-use, rooftop solar panels and natural ventilation.

"Our vision is the creation of a new building that makes a positive contribution to its neighbourhood and extends the ecological systems of the masterplan by creating healthy new homes, energising the public realm and supporting a culture of a creative and cohesive residential community."

The Ashmore Estate is the largest precinct identified for urban renewal within the City of Sydney Local Government Area and historically comprised large warehouse buildings. The redevelopment of the Ashmore Estate is a staged development resulting in approximately 1,400 new dwellings, new retail floor space and public domain works.

Ashmore Estate will accommodate around 6,000 residents as development is staged over 10 years.

The plans by Silvester Fuller were selected by the expert panel as part of the City of Sydney Design Competition, a mandatory part of the planning process for developments of this scale

First look Urban reveal: Coronation Property's plans for Erskineville's Ashmore Estate

While the majority of the first wave of buyers in Aqualand's game changing North Sydney landmark AURA by Aqualand were downsizers, now completion is drawing near, young families are starting to emerge as one of the dominant buyer groups.

The location of AURA by Aqualand, in the heart of North Sydney on Walker Street, puts future residents within close proximity to a number of private schools, as well as the selective public school catchment area for North Sydney.

Directly behind AURA by Aqualand is&nbsp;Wenona School, an independent, secular day and boarding school for girls, offering junior and middle school through to college.

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There are plans by Reddam House, one of the top five private schools in New South Wales, to open a new facility in North Sydney, across the road from AURA in the Harry Seidler-designed Simsmetal House at 41 Mclaren Street.

Reddam House has long been one of the most exclusive schools in Sydney. The co-ed, non-denominational school caters for toddlers through to year 12. It's been run by Inspired Education Group since 2019. The only other locations are in the affluent suburbs of Woollahra and Bondi.

Reddam would become one of at least three&nbsp;co-educational private high schools on the north shore after Marist College started admitting girls last year.

Monte Sant' Angelo Mercy College is another independent girls' school, only five minutes from AURA by Aqualand. Monte is the oldest independent girls' school on Sydney's North Shore. It is a Roman Catholic single-sex secondary day school for girls years 7-12 founded by Sisters of Mercy in 1875.&nbsp;

Two academically selective secondary day schools nearby are the government-funded North Sydney Boys High School and North Sydney Girls High School, known for their rigorous admissions process and academic excellence. The school emphasises a holistic education approach, fostering intellectual and personal development. Its proximity to AURA makes it a practical choice for families seeking free quality education without a lengthy commute.

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Other nearby schools less than two kilometres from the property are the North Sydney Girls and Boys Public School, St Thomas North Sydney Preschool, TrEd College and ANZAC Park Public School. There's the Cameragai Montessori Preschool, part of the highly rated Montessori group of preschools, St Mary's Catholic Primary School, and the&nbsp;Australian Catholic University, North Sydney Campus.

The future Victoria Cross Station, which will be open in 2024, will provide easy access to Sydney's extensive university network like the University of Technology Sydney, University of New South Wales, and The University of Sydney.

While schooling is the top priority for parents when looking for somewhere new to live, there's a number of other reasons families are being drawn to AURA by Aqualand.

Generally when buying a residence on the fringe of a business and transport precinct, buyers have to trade in the suburban lifestyle, but not at AURA by Aqualand.

The project is strategically located at the end of Walker Street, just a few hundred metres from St Leonards Park, a go-to for families on weekends.

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The 15-hectare park has a custom kids playground, barbecue areas and large expanses of open lawn space perfect for children. The park is also home to the famous North Sydney Oval, the Bon Andrews Oval and Cunningham Pavilion, as well as netball courts, cricket nets, and bowling greens. The North Sydney Oval complex also homes commercial and retail outlets, as well as a childcare centre.

Less than a 20-minute walk from the front doors of AURA by Aqualand is also Forsyth Park and Anderson Park, the latter not far from Neutral Bay village.

Not only is AURA by Aqualand ideally located for parents with education and parks on the doorstep, the size of the apartments are also why parents are so keen on low-maintenance apartment living.

AURA's oversized apartments exceed the North Sydney Council's minimum building requirements by a large margin.&nbsp;

The standard size for a two-bedroom apartment in the area is 80 sqm, with AURA’s measuring 95 sqm, plus a wintergarden, making them well over 100 sqm in total.

AURA’s design was revised three times to increase the size of the apartments, with the initial plan decreasing from 448 residences to 386.

A number of the apartments include a multi-purpose room, which can be set up as a media room, home office, or a kids living room and homework space.

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Yet another motivation for parents is the onsite amenity within the building. AURA by Aqualand will feature an indoor swimming pool and a sky deck with barbecue space and sweeping views over the whole of Sydney.

For busy parents, there's also a gym fitted with equipment from leading fitness brand Technogym.&nbsp; The ground level of the building will home to an exciting retail precinct with a providore, bakery, café and wine bar, an all-day diner and a contemporary Japanese restaurant.

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Construction at AURA by Aqualand is advancing quickly, with the external building structure now finished. The grounds works for the retail precinct has started. Aqualand is expecting residents to be moving into their apartments by mid-2024.

AURA by Aqualand represents the fifth residential project delivered by Aqualand since the company’s launch in 2014.

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Not only is AURA by Aqualand ideally located for parents with education and parks on the doorstep, the size of the apartments are also why parents are so keen on low-maintenance apartment living

Why AURA by Aqualand is attracting the family buyer

Since the completion of its first stage, Sekisui House Australia's Sanctuary has become a focal point of Wentworth Point.&nbsp;

Sekisui recently introduced its third development stage, Willow, three architecturally-striking buildings comprising 323 apartments bordering the open expanse of Newington.

Perfectly positioned at the geographical heart of Sydney, Sanctuary's residents will significantly benefit from Wentworth Point's regeneration, with massive investment in transport, infrastructure, schools, shopping and retail, plus a new marina.&nbsp;

Sanctuary is easily connected to the rest of Sydney by an ever-expanding network of roads, ferries, buses, trains, approved future Parramatta light rail and Bennelong Bridge nearby.

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The Sydney RiverCat and Sydney Olympic Park Ferry Wharf, two minutes away, put Parramatta, Abbotsford, Chiswick and Circular Quay just a short boat ride from Sanctuary.&nbsp;

Whether residents work locally or further afield, Sanctuary's location takes the stress and time out of the daily commute, being near robust transport infrastructure and just 15 minutes from the Sydney CBD.

Offering multiple opportunities to enjoy life, Sanctuary has resort-style facilities that residents can use, as well as, all of the Sydney Olympic Park facilities on their doorstep.

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Neighbouring Sydney Olympic Park is the heart of Sydney's sports and recreation zone and hosts major sporting facilities, world-class events, and cultural attractions.

Set amongst 47.77 hectares of nature reserve and surrounded by the Parramatta River, residents will be spoilt for outdoor leisure and water sports.&nbsp;

Wide, green open spaces in Blaxland Riverside Park and Adventure Playground are great for picnics with kids and pets, while the 45-kilometre bike path surrounding Sydney Olympic Park gives ample cycling and walking exercise.

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Sanctuary residents will also benefit from the proximity to shopping precincts, amenities, entertainment and city conveniences, including cinemas, restaurants, and supermarkets in the neighbouring suburbs.

Wentworth Point's Retail and Dining offering has grown with Pierside Shopping Centre servicing the locals' everyday needs with IGA Supermarket, cafes, restaurants and services.

Families can enjoy proximity to various public and private schools, including Newington College, Concord High School, Marsden High School, and the new Wentworth Point Public School, only a two-minute walk from Sanctuary. Macquarie University is also just an easy 20-minute drive from the property.

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Sanctuary residents will benefit from the proximity to shopping precincts, amenities, entertainment and city conveniences, including cinemas, restaurants, and supermarkets

Staff Writer

Sanctuary Wentworth Point: The focal point in Sydney's geographical harbourside heart

Resident amenity is everything nowadays in the off the plan apartment space.

Longtime Bondi Junction developer Stargate Property knew they had to push the envelope on amenity in their newest apartment development, The Centennial Collection, given their goal to reset the benchmark for prices in the area next door to Centennial Park.

As well as offering premium, house-sized apartments with fittings and finishes which the location hasn't seen before, they've matched that with a premium level of amenity which is expected in a development of this calibre. They've arguably gone past expectation in some of the facilities in the building.

While one often overlooked, Stargate placed a focus on the first communal space everyone frequents daily, the lobby. The elegantly-style space, through distinctive curved arches by architect SJB, is home to the full-service concierge, as well as a delivery room tucked away for cold and dry goods.

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While swimming pools are fairly standard in modern day apartment developments, there's nothing standard about what Stargate are offering Centennial Collection residents.

They've dedicated the top level of one of the two 10-level buildings to a rooftop swimming pool and terrace, with&nbsp;sweeping views extending all the way over the Sydney skyline to the harbour. Native gardens landscaped by Black Beetle envelop the space.

Not many, if any buildings in the immediate area have their swimming pools located on the roof.

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Not content with just the one swimming pool, Stargate had the understanding that a rooftop pool can't be used all year round, so they had SJB create what they're calling a "winter pool", which runs alongside one of the buildings. The pool is inspired by the rockpools which are dotted up and down Sydney's eastern beaches.

Shaded from the elements, the expectation is this pool will be used in the colder months, as well as the summer months depending when El Niño decides to rear its ugly head.

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Then they've got not just a gym, but a state of the art fitness studio with cardio and personal training areas.

Of course there's the extensive amenity outside of The Centennial Collection. You'd be hard pressed to find another new off the plan apartment development with the abundance of cafes options The Centennial Collection has, in every direction.

Heading into Bondi Junction of course there's a limitless supply of cafes, bars and restaurants, while Centennial Park's Centennial Homestead is one Sydney's best park cafe, bar and restaurant all rolled into one. Neighbouring The Centennial Collection is Woollahra, and its litany of cafes and boutiques which make it one of the most sought-after suburbs in the country.

Stargate are set to bring the cafe culture as close to future residents as they possible can, on the ground floor of the building.&nbsp;

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Comprising 70 apartments across two 10-level buildings, The Centennial Collection is situated just four kilometres from Sydney CBD. Prices range from $1.45 million for one-bedroom apartments to $5,625,000 million for three-bedroom units.

The project is crowned with two penthouses, featuring private rooftop terraces with swimming pools overlooking harbour views.

Located at an iconic gateway overlooking Centennial Park and a short walk to Woollahra’s Queen Street, The Centennial Collection offers an enviable lifestyle with the East’s renowned restaurants, wine bars, shopping, and schools at its doorstep.

Construction has commenced on The Centennial Collection, with completion slated for late 2025. Ray White Projects are marketing the development.

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While swimming pools are fairly standard in modern day apartment developments, there's nothing standard about what Stargate are offering Centennial Collection residents

Centennial Park's most impressive new development: Inside the resident amenity at The Centennial Collection

Reform Projects has successfully delivered a boutique collection of oceanfront residences in one of the last development sites along the Manly beachfront.

The project of just six three and four-bedroom apartments is located at 138-139 North Steyne, at the quiet northern end of Manly Beach.

They were designed by Rob Mills Architecture and Interiors to take in as much of the ocean as possible, with a focus on indoor-outdoor living.

The heart of the home is the open plan kitchen living and dining area, which meets the balcony with uninterrupted, never to be built out views of the water.

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On the ground floor, a 500 sqm full-floor apartment is framed by lush gardens and a wrap-around courtyard.

Generous three-bedroom apartments with expansive balconies offering uninterrupted ocean views sit on the second and third floors. Finally, an opulent full-floor penthouse tops the entire building.

The spacious living and dining areas invite residents and guests to enjoy an afternoon of entertainment and relaxation inside—wall-to-wall, floor-to-ceiling windows frame the view outside.

In the heart of the home, the sleek and stylish kitchen can cater to every culinary whim. Entertaining friends is easy with help from the best in Gaggenau, Miele, and Sub-Zero appliances.

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Every morning, seemingly endless ocean views greet the residents as they wake up in their bespoke master bedrooms.

Bathed in natural light and finished with smooth stone and marble, each bathroom is a private and luxurious space to start and end the day.

The facade of the building features a geometrical style of soft curves and bold edges in a neutral colour with cascading greenery from the balconies—all a tribute to North Steyne waves, sand, and parks.

Living on the beach in Manly feels a world away from the bustle of Sydney's CBD, but residents are just a short ferry ride from the inner-city amenities of the harbour city.

The newly completed $11 million Ondas is now ready for move-in. Only two remaining apartments are still available, which are being marketed through CBRE.

Ondas Manly was designed by Rob Mills Architecture and Interiors who oriented the apartments to take in as much of the ocean as possible

One of Manly's last beachfront development sites: Inside Ondas Manly apartments

111 Castlereagh signifies the transformative redevelopment of one of Sydney's esteemed heritage structures.&nbsp;

Developed by Cbus Property, the residence is situated atop the former David Jones department store, originally constructed in 1938.

The original department store will be restored and converted into a nine-level podium, more common in new developments, with the new structure rising from it. The department store will home a mix of commercial office space and retail.

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<a href="/new-apartments/111-castlereagh-sydney-111-castlereagh-street-sydney">111 Castlereagh</a> comprises an exclusive collection of 98 apartments, varying from one to four bedrooms, including a limited collection of four four-bedroom skyhomes, in the heart of Sydney.

As the cityscape has evolved, the experience and architecture of the former store have continued to resonate with Sydneysiders. In homage to this cherished heritage, the new tower's organic forms establish a meaningful connection with its historical foundation, honouring the city's past, present, and future.

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"Rising above heritage and Hyde Park, 111 Castlereagh will stand out on the Sydney skyline, yet feel as if it has always been part of the city fabric." 
Adrian Pozzo, Cbus Property CEO
</blockquote>

A remarkable feat of engineering and design, the new curvilinear tower of <a href="/new-apartments/111-castlereagh-sydney-111-castlereagh-street-sydney">111 Castlereagh</a> references futuristic forms seemingly suspended over, yet integrated into, the historic foundation below.&nbsp;

Crafted exclusively with custom-designed details and curated selections by FJCstudio, each residence at <a href="/new-apartments/111-castlereagh-sydney-111-castlereagh-street-sydney">111 Castlereagh</a> is bathed in natural light, creating an ethereal atmosphere and a sense of weightlessness in the sky.

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"We create a building form which is very unusual, it seems like a form that floats in the air within the heritage building. Below is an atrium space which draws natural light around this form deep into the interior right down to the ground floor." 
FJCstudio Director Richard Francis-Jones.
</blockquote>

Residents can choose from three interior design palettes, each offering a selection of statement stones and exclusive options.&nbsp;

The kitchen island, a work of art in itself, serves as a stunning centrepiece of every home, which can be tailored to the resident's choice of hand-finished stone for the Skyhomes.

Floor-to-ceiling windows in the bedrooms frame a private panorama of treetops and the harbour.&nbsp;

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The Skyhomes' master ensuite features his and her vanity with stone benchtops extending to the curved stone walls separating the shower and toilet and custom-designed 111 Castlereagh tapware and fittings by fjcinteriors.

Custom-designed walk-in wardrobes, butler's pantries, and multiple bathrooms provide ample storage and practicalities for the Skyhomes.

<a href="/new-apartments/111-castlereagh-sydney-111-castlereagh-street-sydney">111 Castlereagh</a> has been carefully designed with rare and exclusive wellness spaces, amenities and services for all residents to access and use.

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Residents will enjoy dedicated concierge services day and night, and access to a private wellness space overlooking Hyde Park with a heated open-air pool, fitness studio, and yoga deck.

The residents' lounge and dining room open onto a leafy terrace, perfect for private celebrations. The state-of-the-art cellar, exclusive to a select few residents, offers the perfect setting for savouring a glass with family and friends. The Archibald Room provides a backdrop for private dining experiences or transforms into an AV-enabled boardroom for essential meetings by day.

The rooftop gardens with secluded views overlooking the harbour add to the allure of <a href="/new-apartments/111-castlereagh-sydney-111-castlereagh-street-sydney">111 Castlereagh</a>. Perfectly situated at the top end of Hyde Park, it offers stunning views across Sydney's oldest park and the iconic fashion precinct.

<a href="/new-apartments/111-castlereagh-sydney-111-castlereagh-street-sydney">111 Castlereagh</a> places residents at the very centre of all that Sydney offers. The development is surrounded by several train stations, metro and light rail for easy connectivity within and outside of Sydney.

11 Castlereagh is currently under construction by Scentre Group.

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111 Castlereagh places residents at the very centre of all that Sydney offers

111 Castlereagh: The restoration and transformation of a Sydney landmark

There may never be another opportunity to buy an apartment overlooking <a href="/developments/bellevue-hill-nsw-2023">Bellevue Hill's</a> landmark Cooper Park.

Prominent Sydney developer Denwol, led by Philip Wolanski, has released the final few apartments in their 25-apartment development Splendour, hovering over the 15-hectare Cooper Park on Victoria Road.

Completing construction early next year, Splendour represents one of the most exclusive address in the eastern suburbs postcode, the <a href="/developments/bellevue-hill-nsw-2023">priciest non-waterfront postcode in the east</a>.

Splendour comprises 25 two, three and four-bedroom apartments designed to take in as much nature as possible by UP Architects.

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Designed by UP Architects, the architectural approach involves breaking the project into smaller-scale, discrete buildings cascading down the site. This design ensures each residence maintains a distinct address while benefiting from optimal sunlight, cross ventilation, and expansive views.

The apartments boast spacious living areas with elegant timber floorboards leading to full-width glass sliding doors, opening onto a generous terrace with panoramic views of Cooper Park's tree canopy, the Sydney City skyline, Harbour Bridge, and Opera House.

The gourmet gas kitchen showcases a striking stone island, benchtops, and splashbacks, complemented by beautifully crafted joinery and premium integrated appliances.

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The master bedroom suite offers a decadent experience with a sublime outlook, bespoke joinery, and a lavish ensuite. The second and third bedrooms feature generous sizing and the same high-quality joinery.

The impeccable main bathroom provides a soothing oasis-like space with a striking stone vanity and a freestanding bath.

Homeowners can choose from two colour schemes: the uplifting Dawn or the evocative Dusk. Splendour also includes an innovative, flexible room for additional living space.

Additional features include a laundry, two undercover secure car spaces with storage, and the communal Secret Garden landscaped by Sturt Nobel Associates.

Sitting majestically on the clifftop and forming a botanical escarpment, the Secret Garden is the residents' idyllic slice of heaven year-round. A diverse botanical array and ornamental water features surround the manicured lawns. Along the cliff edge, native climbers cascade downwards, while the eye is inevitably drawn out to the immense green of Cooper Park and beyond.

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Situated at 206D Victoria Road, Splendour enjoys a prime position near Bellevue Hill Village, Westfield Bondi Junction, medical facilities, public transport, and prestigious schools.

The project is on the same street where there's been five $30 million plus house sales, the highest price secured for Belhaven which sold for $52.5 million late last year.

Builder Growthbuilt is expected to complete construction in the first quarter of 2024.

Completing construction early next year, Splendour represents one of the most exclusive address in the eastern suburbs postcode, the priciest non-harbourfront postcode in the east

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