The Chatswood CBD is the latest city centre in the cross hair of the Minns Labor Government's push to support new housing.

They're pushing for up to 1,500 apartments on the former Sydney Metro construction site, which will include 180 build-to-rent apartments for essential workers, as well as new retail and commercial spaces and outdoor areas.

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The remaining mix will be build-to-sell, and incorporate affordable housing. The development will see the adaptive re-use of local heritage building Mowbray House, which operated as a boarding school from 1906 to 1954, for future community use.&nbsp;

Construction on the site is expected to start in late 2026, with the first essential workers expected to move in by late 2028.

Landcom is inviting feedback on the proposal from the community and stakeholders until 9am, Monday 27 October 2025.

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The Chatswood site is the second&nbsp;to be secured under the Minns Labor Government’s $450 million investment in Landcom to deliver 400 build-to-rent homes for essential workers in Sydney, with 220 essential worker homes already being delivered in Annandale.

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Work is also underway on new build-to-rent apartments on the NSW south coast and work is set to start later this year on new build-to-rent housing in Lismore to boost rental supply in the NSW Northern Rivers.

Premier of New South Wales Chris Minns said essential workers are the backbone of not only Sydney but all of NSW and they deserve to have an affordable place to live near their job and community.

“This will be life changing for essential workers, who will get to live not only near their job but in one of the best-connected areas in all of Sydney.”

Minister for Planning and Public Spaces Paul Scully said people should be able to live, work, relax and play all within one community.

"Delivering both 180 new essential worker homes and 1300 further market and affordable homes will give that opportunity and choice back hundreds of people.

“We’ve dedicated another 180 homes to essential workers in this project so workers like our teachers, nurses, paramedics and police offices can build a life close to both their home and job.

“This is yet another example of density done well, providing additional, homes and jobs in an area that’s already well serviced by public transport, shops, restaurants, schools and health centres.”

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Landcom CEO Alex Wendler said this is a highly productive time for Landcom where we are sustaining strong momentum across our entire delivery program.

"Here at Chatswood, we are leading the development of a major city precinct to do density well and make homes happen. This is a great example of Landcom making the government’s policy ambitions a reality and bringing to life the kind of housing options our city needs.”

Premier of New South Wales Chris Minns said essential workers are the backbone of not only Sydney but all of NSW and they deserve to have an affordable place to live near their job and community.

Joel Robinson

NSW Gov, Landcom plan 1,500 new apartments in Chatswood CBD

Dexus' push into the residential development space is moving down to Melbourne, with the real estate asset giant taking on a x at the southern end of St Kilda Road.

Dexus, who has recently starting developing luxury apartments in Sydney's Northern Beaches, is planning a 27-storey tower with over 400 new apartments at the intersection of St Kilda Road and Queens Road.

The proposal, now with VIC Planning, seeks to replace the ageing 19-storey former Cadbury office building at <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/636-st-kilda-road-melbourne-vic-3004">636 St Kilda Road</a> with a contemporary high-density apartment complex designed by architecture firm&nbsp;<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/bates-smart">Bates Smart</a>.

According to the Urban Context Report filed to VIC Planning, the development will respond to the site’s landmark location through a "refined and sculptural built form that mediates between the scale of St Kilda Road and Queens Road” while reinforcing “a sense of civic address at this prominent intersection.”&nbsp;

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The architectural design features active frontages, new pedestrian through-links and an extensive landscape strategy that integrates with the surrounding boulevard character.

The apartment mix is varied, comprising 40 studios, 87 one-bedrooms, 203 two-bedrooms, 66 three-bedrooms, and six penthouses, with each dwelling designed to meet the standards set out in Clause 58 of the Port Phillip Planning Scheme.&nbsp;

A key element of the proposal is a $9.6 million contribution, equivalent to three per cent of the project’s estimated development cost, to the Social Housing Growth Fund, aimed at supporting affordable housing outcomes across Victoria.

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The site’s three street frontages, St Kilda Road, Queens Road, and Queens Lane, enable significant setbacks and design flexibility.

Bates Smart noted the proposal "reinforces the intent for St Kilda Road North to accommodate higher-density, mixed-use development,” leveraging its location near the soon-to-open ANZAC Station tram-rail interchange and the principal cycling corridor along the boulevard.

They emphasised&nbsp;the building’s role as a city-shaping gateway, writing that the proposed tower is “designed to contribute positively to the skyline and urban character of St Kilda Junction,” and would offer visual connections to key city landmarks, including Albert Park Lake and the Shrine of Remembrance.

Public realm upgrades are also proposed as part of the scheme, including a 138 sqm linear park, extensive landscaping, and around 188 metres of active frontages to enhance permeability and safety at the ground plane. A total of 449 car spaces and 120 bicycle spaces are planned across the four basement levels.

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Dexus is positioning the project as a strategic redevelopment aligned with the St Kilda Road North Precinct Plan. The Planning Report by Urbis states that the distinct features of the site, the emerging context to its interfaces, and the surrounding policy context justify consideration of a taller building” despite the site being subject to Design and Development Overlay – Schedule 26 (DDO26).

St Kilda Road has been one of the most popular streets for residential development in recent years. The likes of Victoriana, The Muse, and St Boulevard are the most recently completed buildings, oriented to look over the adjacent Albert Park Lake, while Gamuda Land is currently developing <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/fareham-st-kilda-95-st-kilda-road-st-kilda-vic-3182">Fareham</a>, and Hirsch &amp; Faigen has a building in the precinct they will soon launch, just off St Kilda Road on Queens Road.

First look: Dexus joins St Kilda Road apartment ranks with gateway tower proposal

Melbourne’s City Circle tram loops past a dense matrix of culture, education and commerce, but few intersections offer as much access in so little walking distance as the northern end of King Street.

Here, Aspire Melbourne rises 64 storeys from the edge of Flagstaff Gardens, with immediate connectivity to tram and train networks, and pedestrian access to Queen Victoria Market, Marvel Stadium and Melbourne’s major university precincts.

Developed by ICD Property with design by Fraser &amp; Partners, Aspire Melbourne brings 570 apartments to one of the CBD’s most spatially balanced positions, directly between civic green space and key employment infrastructure.

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Everything from retail and dining to sporting events, art, theatre, and festivals, or the serenity of the city’s gardens, is within walking distance of Aspire.

Melbourne's thriving coffee culture is showcased in the CBD's cobblestoned laneways, with popular cafes such as Brother Baba Budan, Krimper, Stagger Lee's, Higher Ground, and Manchester Press all nearby.

For culinary enthusiasts, Melbourne offers a variety of dining experiences. Highly recommended establishments include Maha, Farmer's Daughter, Coda, and MoVida Next Door, offering everything from Middle Eastern dinners to a night out.

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Getting around Melbourne is as effortless as finding a great cup of coffee, thanks to the city’s clean, reliable and extensive public transport network. Aspire’s curved tower is a short walk from Melbourne Central Station, Southern Cross Station and the Free Tram Zone, offering seamless connections across the CBD and out to suburban precincts.

This inner-city accessibility is complemented by Aspire’s rare proximity to green space. The tower directly overlooks Flagstaff Gardens, the city’s oldest park, with Fitzroy Gardens and the Royal Botanic Gardens also nearby, framing the CBD in natural beauty.

Just 11 minutes on foot, Queen Victoria Market adds another layer of amenity. A longstanding hub of culture and commerce, it offers fresh produce, gourmet foods, artisanal goods and vibrant multicultural fare, all woven into the daily rhythm of city life.

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To the west, the CBD’s entertainment quarter features Marvel Stadium, just 750 metres from Aspire, ideal for sports fans and major events.

To the south, Crown Casino along the Yarra River offers entertainment, dining and family-friendly activities, accessible in under 10 minutes by tram.

The Arts Centre Melbourne, a hub for visual art, theatre, music and performance, is also within easy reach by public transport or car.

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For families looking to set up roots in the CBD, education options abound within a one-kilometre radius of Aspire.

The prestigious Haileybury opened its Melbourne CBD campus in January 2017 offering Melbourne's first Early Learning Centre to Year 12 private school campus in the CBD.&nbsp;

<a href="/developments/north-melbourne-vic-3051">North Melbourne</a> Primary School, South Melbourne Primary School, Ozford College, and Simonds Catholic College are among the other choices, while universities like Victoria University, La Trobe University, and Monash University are less than 600 metres away.

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A limited selection of one, two, and three-bedroom apartments remain for sale, with pricing starting from $647,000.

“The Melbourne CBD apartment market has evolved in response to both the strong growth of the overall city as well as the increasing attraction of the CBD which offers unique lifestyle appeal, especially to the fast-growing cohorts of young professionals and university students,” <a href="/project-marketer/colliers">Colliers</a>&nbsp;Managing Director Residential Tim Storey said.

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On the fringe of Flagstaff Gardens: Aspire Melbourne's prime location

The onset of the pandemic was a tough time for developers across the country.

In Western Australia, development came to a grinding halt.

“There had been little to no increase in the cost to build for about 12 to 13 years before the pandemic,” Gavin Hawkins, Executive Director of <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/edge-visionary-living">Edge Visionary Living</a>, one of Perth’s premier developers, told Apartments.com.au.

“Everything then went up overnight. Costs escalated, and so did the prices buyers had to pay. Pair the cost increase with the lack of available builders, and any project worth upwards of $100 million had to be paused because it wasn’t feasible to deliver.”

There were also a series of builder insolvencies, while many tier-one firms shifted their focus away from residential towers. “A lot of the large builders had taken on major government contracts for hospitals, schools and transport infrastructure, which offered lower risk and steadier returns. That left very few willing or able to deliver large-scale apartment projects in WA,” Hawkins said.

As a solution-driven business, Edge decided they would bring construction in-house.

“The builder-developer model is a more common model in the eastern states, but it hasn’t really been done in WA before,” Hawkins says. In the middle of 2023, they established Edge Construction, hiring senior staff members from reputable tier-one builders.

“We showed them our pipeline of projects, which de-risked the process somewhat, and now we have a 45-strong construction team working across our six projects currently under construction.”

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Edge’s portfolio is arguably one of the most enviable in the state, with a diverse spread both geographically and in terms of density.

In Crawley, the team is approaching completion of <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/broadway-on-the-bay-crawley-168-broadway-crawley-wa-6009">Broadway on the Bay</a>, just 21 riverfront apartments in an eight-level building. North of Crawley, Edge is also soon to complete <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/claytons-mindarie-beachfront-mindarie-50-alexandria-view-mindarie-wa-6030">Claytons Mindarie Beachfront</a>, an 89-residence community comprising apartments, penthouses, and two-storey townhouses.

One of Edge’s most notable developments is <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/the-dunes-beachfront-residences-scarborough-1-reserve-street-scarborough-wa-6019">The Dunes</a>, a landmark project on the iconic Scarborough beachfront. Its 223 residences are spread across two buildings that will also feature a lagoon pool, wine cellar, and a series of formal and informal dining and lounge areas, reinforcing its positioning as one of the suburb’s most ambitious residential undertakings.

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Edge’s Fremantle project, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/muse-at-artisan-place-fremantle-19-burt-street-fremantle-wa-6160">Muse at Artisan Place</a>, is also breaking new ground as the first, and most premium stage, of a new residential precinct in the city’s east end. They have two of the four buildings, Muse West and Muse East, under construction, which will deliver 153 of the broader Artisan Place precinct that will eventually comprise 277 residences.&nbsp;

Not forgetting the CBD fringe, Edge has also commenced the build of <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/lumiere-south-perth-35-mends-street-south-perth-wa-6151">Lumiere</a>, a mix of 115 one, two, and three-bedroom apartments in a striking curved building by Hilliam Architects in South Perth. Lumiere also leans heavily on resident amenity, with an infinity heated pool with cabanas, a gym with a sauna and yoga deck, billiards room and cocktail bar, a residents’ lounge with fireplace and dining area, and a street-level café and wine bar.

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Edge is doubling down in South Perth, having recently acquired a site on Harper Terrace, the last privately held riverfront block in South Perth’s Mends Street precinct. Hawkins says the team had been working for years to secure the adjoining block, which had four separate owners in an original apartment building. Then the neighbouring cleared block came up for sale, allowing them to create a prized and unrepeatable 4,000 sqm-plus site.

The plan is to launch Harper on Swan, an 11-level building with around 71 apartments, mostly three-bedroom residences, to the market soon. Hawkins says the downsizer market in particular continues to be resilient in WA. “Now their homes are up to double what they were four years ago, and they are ready to take advantage of that and move into a new apartment,” Hawkins says.

“With strong population growth, full employment, and limited supply in the new apartment space, WA is well positioned heading into 2026.”

Edge’s portfolio is arguably one of the most enviable in the state, with a diverse spread both geographically and in terms of density.

How EDGE Visionary Living navigated the pandemic, and came out stronger: Five minutes with Gavin Hawkins

Construction has officially commenced at <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/botanical-turner-2-forbes-street-turner-act-2612">Botanical Turner</a>, one of Canberra’s most anticipated new residential communities, with site works well underway in preparation for the piling rig to arrive in November. &nbsp;

Developed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/amalgamated-property-group">Amalgamated Property Group</a> in partnership with <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/base-developments">Base Developments</a>, Botanical Turner builds on the team’s proven track record of delivering landmark projects across Canberra and beyond. It is being brought to life by the highly respected team at <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/builders/milin-builders">Milin Builders</a>, known for delivering a number of award-winning projects across the ACT.&nbsp;

Almost 50 per cent of the residences have already sold during Stage 1, signalling both the strength of &nbsp;buyer confidence and the rarity of Botanical’s offering.

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Graham Potts, Principal and Founding Director of Amalgamated Property Group, said the market response affirms the vision for Botanical.&nbsp;

“To see construction now underway is a milestone for both our team and our buyers. Nearly half &nbsp;of the residences have been secured in this first stage, which validates our approach of creating &nbsp;homes that are both distinctive in design and generous in scale. Botanical is more than a &nbsp;residential project, it’s a contribution to the future of Canberra’s inner north, designed to hold its &nbsp;value for generations to come.”&nbsp;

Proving popular with owner-occupiers, Botanical Turner offers a broad range of floorplans with one-, two-, and three-bedroom residences designed for flexibility. The project has drawn the attention of downsizers in particular, who value the low upkeep, leafy inner-north location, and forward-thinking considerations for storage and functionality.&nbsp;

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Designed by award-winning <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/sjb-architects">SJB Architects</a> (2023 International Interior of the Year at World &nbsp;Architecture Festival and 2024 Premiers Prize at NSW Architecture Awards), Botanical Turner &nbsp;makes a statement in both presence and liveability. The building’s bold geometric form is layered in a palette of red brick, terracotta and crisp white.

Carefully integrated communal spaces, including a landscaped courtyard, arched walkways &nbsp;and open thoroughfares, give residents a sense of connection and ease, while the abundant &nbsp;amenities reflect the expectations of a discerning market backed by Amalgamated’s lifestyle-led approach. These include a concierge, indoor lap pool set among greenery, spa, sauna, &nbsp;steam room and a fully equipped gym.

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Keenan Veraar, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/project-marketer/lj-hooker-project-marketing-act-0">LJ Hooker</a>, said Botanical Turner has exceeded expectations in terms of demand.&nbsp;

“Botanical Turner has attracted strong early interest and I believe that is because of three key factors; its beautiful build form, the generous apartment sizes, and buyers know they are purchasing into a project backed by one of Canberra’s most respected development partnerships,"&nbsp;Veraar said.

"Amalgamated and Base have delivered time and again, and that consistency gives people confidence. SJB Architects has created outstanding projects interstate using similar &nbsp;tones and materials, all of which have been incredibly well received. That pedigree reassures &nbsp;our buyers that Botanical will set a new benchmark for Canberra.”&nbsp;

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Dennis Milin, Principal of Base Developments and Milin Builders, said construction progress is advancing on schedule.&nbsp;

“Off-site works and site servicing are nearing completion, with excavation and preparation for &nbsp;piling equipment in progress to allow for the commencement of basement earthworks," Milin says.

"With decades of delivery experience and a longstanding partnership with Amalgamated, we’re &nbsp;committed to bringing SJB’s vision for Botanical Turner to life. The project will be defined by the &nbsp;same uncompromising standards and attention to detail that underpin every one of our developments.”&nbsp;

Apartments at Botanical start from $600,000.

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Construction commences at Botanical Turner as stage one reaches 50 per cent sold

Templestowe

Located on Templestowe’s golden mile, Serpells Place is the work of Hub Property Group, Hewson and Gacesa.&nbsp;

The joint venture engaged Kavellaris Urban Design to curate the 20-apartment project, with the Cremorne-based architect firm's Director, Billy Kavellaris at the helm.&nbsp;

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Crafted to command the streetscape whilst honouring its esteemed location, the building features a bold and engaging facade design, with clean lines and robust materials juxtaposing with the vibrant greenery of the landscape.

To the middle level, the building is softened by fluid curves, imbuing a sculptural quality that is only enhanced by cascading vines, while expansive glazing allows abundant natural light into the homes whilst allowing for a connection to the landscaping and surrounding views.

“A composition of contemporary form, enduring materiality and generous scale, the architecture of Serpells Place has been born out of a commitment to excellence.” Kavellaris said.

Renowned for its rolling hills, abundant landscaping and mature trees,&nbsp;Kavellaris drew great inspiration from the location of Serpells Place.

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"Serpells Road is one of the most esteemed streets in Templestowe. It’s wide, filled with trees and has a beautiful link to the past, lined by large acreage properties," he said.

"We took elements of the area and then metaphorically put them together to create something that is dynamic and engaging. There’s a lot of fluid forms and a nice combination of organic and industrial materials. There’s also beautiful facade articulation, with three layered planes that present individual design moments to create one unified gesture."

"Also, every residence is huge – they’re essentially home-style residences,"&nbsp;Kavellaris added.

Large openings create a physical connection to the outdoors, while the expansive terraces, which adjoin to each of the homes, further connect Serpells Place to its surrounds.&nbsp;

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"There’s also visual connections from living spaces, which look out to the landscaping and surrounding views. And then we have large light courts that allow sunlight and ventilation in through two sides of the residences, which is really quite rare," Kavellaris said.

Through envisioning the interiors and exteriors as a combined concept, the architecture seen from the streetscape is transported inside.&nbsp;

"Whenever we design a building, there’s a language we explore on the outside, and then we pick up on these cues internally. It might be in the materials, the textures, or a form. The idea is that as you walk in, there’s a language and a story that unfolds in a linear way."

Whilst designing the interiors, KUD took cues from the facade to create a seamless, free flowing transition between in and out. Favouring soft textures, natural materials and cool tones, the finishes palette has been carefully curated to cultivate a rich and harmonious sensory experience, enhanced by plentiful natural light.

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“No expense was spared for the finishes and fixtures of Serpells Place. Enhanced by expansive living spaces, the level of quality and craftsmanship speaks for itself."

The pièce de résistance is the sophisticated chef’s kitchen, where you’ll find features of everyday luxury including a sleek wine fridge, state-of-the-art appliances, a butler’s pantry and a bar area.

"The kitchens are probably bigger than what you’d find in a residential house. They’ve got extensions of bars and their own butler’s pantry as well as heaps of storage. These residences are for people who want spacious, high-quality design with the low maintenance lifestyle of an apartment."

The striking island bench has been designed to emulate the soft curves of the facade, adorned in an elegant and durable grey marble.

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Sophisticated yet comfortable, the open-plan living area is a haven for unwinding or entertaining. Here, soaring windows provide seamless outlooks to the landscaping, encouraging residents to feel as if they are wholly immersed in nature.

Sliding doors collapse the boundaries between in and out, allowing the terrace, living, dining and kitchen areas to become one all-encompassing sanctuary.

"Afforded with timber floorboards, there is a warmth to this space that evokes the essence of a home, complemented by an opulent fireplace for cosy nights in during the colder months of the year,"&nbsp;Kavellaris concluded.

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Urban Editorial

How KUD's Billy Kavellaris designed the Templestowe apartments, Serpells Place

Located on Templestowe’s golden mile, nestled amongst idyllic greenery and landmark mansions, Serpells Place is being developed as a joint venture between Hub Property Group, Hewson and Gacesa, who have teamed up to produce something the quiet suburb hasn't seen before.

Setting a new benchmark for the area, Serpells Place is a collection of just 20 house-sized apartments designed by award-winning design firm KUD.&nbsp;

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KUD's Managing Director, Billy Kavellaris, says the vision for Serpells Place was to compose a building with a contemporary form, enduring materiality and generous scale, that blends seamlessly with its surrounds.&nbsp;

Crafted to command the streetscape whilst honouring its location, KUD have envisioned a bold and engaging facade design, which has been curated to blend seamlessly from the outdoors in.&nbsp;

“Serpells Road is one of the most esteemed streets in Templestowe. It’s wide, filled with trees and has a beautiful link to the past, lined by large acreage properties. We took elements of the area and then metaphorically put them together to create something that is dynamic and engaging," he said.

Clean lines and robust materials are juxtaposed by the vibrant greenery of the landscape, which has been designed by John Patrick Landscape Architects, creating a seamless harmony between the built form and the Templestowe landscape.&nbsp;

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Three distinct layers each present an individual design moment, says Kavellaris, creating a sense of visual depth.&nbsp;

“To the middle level, the building is softened by fluid curves, imbuing a sculptural quality that is only enhanced by cascading vines, while extensive glazing allows abundant natural light into the homes whilst allowing for a connection to the landscaping and surrounding views.”

“No expense was spared for the finishes and fixtures of Serpells Place. Enhanced by expansive living spaces, the level of quality and craftsmanship speaks for itself,” he added.&nbsp;

Whilst designing the interiors, KUD took cues from the facade to create a seamless, free flowing transition between in and out.

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“We don’t see interiors and exteriors as seperate concepts. Whenever we design a building, there’s a language we explore on the outside, and then we pick up on these cues internally. It might be in the materials, the textures, or a form. The idea is that as you walk in, there’s a language and a story that unfolds in a linear way.”

Favouring soft textures, natural materials and cool tones, the finished palette has been curated to cultivate a rich and harmonious sensory experience, enhanced by plentiful natural light.

The pièce de résistance of the apartments is the chef’s kitchen, featuring a sleek wine fridge, state-of-the-art appliances, a butler’s pantry and a bar area, along with a striking island bench, designed to emulate the soft curves of the facade, adorned in a grey marble.

“The kitchens are probably bigger than what you’d find in a residential house. They’ve got extensions of bars and their own butler’s pantry as well as heaps of storage. These residences are for people who want spacious, high-quality design with the low maintenance lifestyle of an apartment.”

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No expense was spared for the finishes and fixtures of Serpells Place, says Kavellaris.&nbsp;

Apartments are paired with expansive living spaces, in tow with interior features like timber floors, porcelain tiles, natural stone, and integrated fireplaces.

“Sophisticated yet comfortable, the open-plan living area is a haven for unwinding, entertaining or spending time with loved ones. Here, soaring windows provide seamless outlooks to the landscaping, encouraging residents to feel as if they are wholly immersed in nature, evoking a wonderful sense of wellbeing.”

Sliding doors collapse the boundaries between in and out, allowing the terrace, living, dining and kitchen areas to become one all-encompassing space.&nbsp;

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One of the things Templestowe is renowned for is its rolling hills, abundant landscaping and mature trees.&nbsp;

Drawing inspiration from the landscape, KUD focussed on incorporating large openings to create the physical connections to the outdoors, along with large light courts throughout, allowing sunlight and ventilation through two sides of the residences.&nbsp;

A limited number of residences remain in Serpells Place, with two-bedroom, two-bathroom and two car space-apartments starting from $950,000.

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Setting a new benchmark for the area, Serpells Place is a collection of just 20 house-sized apartments designed by award-winning design firm KUD. 

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How Serpells Place fits into the Templestowe landscape 

Deemed one of Melbourne&#39;s greenest pockets, Templestowe is an oasis of&nbsp;wide open space, lush scenery, hidden walking trails and native wildlife.

The latest residential development to land in the suburb blends into its surrounding context like the last piece of the puzzle, with a collection of&nbsp;just 20 house-sized apartments, designed by award-winning firm KUD.

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Taking its name from the site&#39;s location on Serpells Road, Serpells Place oozes with living greenery, with Melbourne-based landscape architects, John Patrick put to the task of connecting the residences to the suburb&#39;s landscape.&nbsp;

Headed by John Patrick himself, the Director said the inspiration for the design was taken from all across Templestowe, with the landscaping creating a sense of sanctuary, allowing the residents to feel completely immersed in nature.&nbsp;

For Serpells Place, John Patrick has designed tranquil garden retreats in the form of ground floor courtyards and spacious terraces.

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The plant palette has been selected for its ability to flourish throughout the year with very little maintenance required from residents.

&quot;This creates a sense of privacy &ndash; of being encompassed by an oasis of greenery &ndash; providing an idyllic backdrop for outdoor entertaining or quiet relaxation. This sense of immersion is enhanced by an overhead canopy on the terraces, draped with cascading vines,&quot; John Patrick said.&nbsp;

To the middle level, the building is softened by fluid curves, imbuing a sculptural quality that is only enhanced by cascading vines, while expansive glazing allows abundant natural light into the homes whilst allowing for a connection to the landscaping and surrounding views.

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Landing on Templestowe&#39;s golden mile, KUD&#39;s Managing Director, Billy Kavellaris, said they&nbsp;designed the residences to connect to the outdoors, with the spaces set to&nbsp;deliver the luxuries owner-occupier&#39;s had grown accustomed to in Kew&#39;s prestigious&nbsp;locale.&nbsp;

&quot;One of the things Templestowe is renowned for its rolling hills, abundant landscaping and mature trees.&quot;

&quot;Drawing inspiration from this, we incorporated large openings to create physical connections to the outdoors, including expansive terraces, in addition to&nbsp;visual connections from the living spaces, which look out to the landscaping and surrounding views,&quot; he added.&nbsp;

Within walking distance of magnificent parklands and Templestowe&#39;s vibrant village hub, Serpells Place cultivates an elevated way of life, encompassed by nature.

The Yarra River meanders its way along the suburb&rsquo;s western boundary, hugged by multiple parklands including Finns Reserve, a haven of lush vegetation and recreational amenity with an impressive children&rsquo;s playground.

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Further north, Westerfolds Park is a 120-hectare sanctuary perfect for picnicking, cycling, walking and canoeing, while resident kangaroos are also known to be found hopping around sharing the space.&nbsp;

Even closer to Serpells Place, the Ruffey Creek Trail provides a scenic route for your morning jog, encompassed by greenery from end-to-end, and leading all the way down to the idyllic Ruffey Lake Park.

In addition to winding rivers and verdant parklands, Templestowe is beloved for its recreational amenity. Fostering a strong sense of community, the suburb is home to a myriad of sporting facilities including tennis courts, a bowls club, football ovals and more.

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"Encompassed by an oasis of greenery": How John Patrick designed Serpells Place to blend with Templestowe's landscape

Serpells Place, a collection of just 20 house-sized apartments designed by award-winning design firm KUD, is set to take apartment living in Melbourne&#39;s Templestowe to new heights.

Located on Templestowe&rsquo;s golden mile, nestled amongst idyllic greenery and landmark mansions, Serpells Place is&nbsp;being developed as a joint venture between Hub Property Group and Hewson &amp; Gacesa, who have teamed up to produce something the quiet suburb hasn&#39;t seen before.

Hub Property Group&#39;s Michael Hermans said Serpells Place brings a new calibre of living to Templestowe&#39;s golden mile location, brought together by an esteemed selection of collaborators.

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KUD has created the apartments with three key design principles&nbsp;kept in mind;&nbsp;functionality and practicality, quality, and storage, all addressing the need of&nbsp;the downsizer and owner-occupier market.

KUD Director Billy Kavellaris says the architecture at Seprells Place has been born out of a commitment to excellence, a&nbsp;composition of contemporary form, enduring materiality and generous scale.

&ldquo;No expense was spared for the finishes and fixtures of Serpells Place. Enhanced by expansive living spaces, the level of quality and craftsmanship speaks for itself,&quot;&nbsp;Kavellaris says.

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The initial plans were for 29&nbsp;apartments, with one, two and three-bedrooms on offer, but a rethink of the demand profile for the area saw 20 high-end, three-bedroom apartments, more akin to a family home rather than apartment, preferred.

Each of the homes are appointed with oversized kitchens and hotel style ensuites, complete with expansive living areas. The open plan designs give the homes the air of space and room with each home spilling out onto a terrace, that has either a courtyard or balcony with&nbsp;both options large enough for outdoor dining and barbecue facilities.

John Patrick Landscaping has handled the greenery.&nbsp;

&ldquo;Drawing inspiration from the greenery of Templestowe, the landscaping of Serpells Place creates a sense of sanctuary, allowing residents to feel completely immersed in nature,&quot; Patrick says.

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Serpells Place offers everything a downsizer seeks when moving from a house to an apartment. It connects the residents to nature, and brings a sense of familiarity for local downsizers of the surrounding area.&nbsp;

The Serpells Road development&nbsp;is only a short walk away from Templestowe Village, one of Melbourne&rsquo;s hidden suburban gems, complete with supermarkets, an abundance of cafes and dining options, sporting facilities and parks.

Construction is soon to start on Serpells Place, with&nbsp;completion slated for the end of 2023.

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The collaboration is set to redefine apartment living in Templestowe, delivering a string of home-sized apartments to the golden mile.



Serpells Place takes Templestowe apartment living to the next level

The final three-level townhouses on Templestowe Lower&#39;s Manningham Road, has been listed for sale.

The townhomes at 234 Manningham Road are priced from&nbsp;$772,000.&nbsp;The&nbsp;three-bedroom, two-bathroom homes are&nbsp;well under the suburb median of&nbsp;$846,000, which is up 11 per cent in the last 12 months.

The townhomes will feature&nbsp;an open-plan&nbsp;layout, with a home office located on the ground level.

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There are SMEG kitchen appliances and Caesar stone benchtops used in both the bathroom and kitchen.

Located in the premium suburb of Templestowe Lower it is&nbsp;16km northeast of the Melbourne CBD.

It has the access to natural parklands at Ruffey lake park and the Yarra River&rsquo;s recreation, city-bound buses, and leading schools, while minutes from the Eastern Freeway and Westfield Doncaster.

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It is situated&nbsp;within the Templestowe Primary School and Templestowe college school zones, a five-minute drive away.

10 minutes of walking sees residents at a&nbsp;Woolworths supermarket and the surrounding restaurants.

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Priced at $772,000, the two or three bedroom, two bathroom homes are well under the suburb median of $846,000, which is up 11 per cent in the last 12 months

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Templestowe Lower townhouses cheaper than the suburb median

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A five bedroom trophy home in Templestowe's Golden Mile precinct has been sold for $3.58 million. 
The five bedroom plus study residence is situated at <a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/sold/property-house-vic-templestowe-132423670" target="_blank">4 Jacov Gardens</a>. 
Traci Stella and David Moskovic of Jellis Craig Doncaster sold the home. 
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Nestled on a 4,285sqm allotment, the home features lounge with marble open fireplace, family room, gourmet kitchen overlooking the dining room and theatre. 
All bedrooms have ensuite access.
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Other highlights include tennis court, alfresco, indoor pool and four-car auto garage with workshop. 
The home is located within close proximity to Primary Schools, park and buses. 
The property was last sold at $1.55 million in 2001. 
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Templestowe trophy home on a lifestyle acre sold

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A Templestowe Lower, Victoria mortgagee home has sold at auction for $525,500.
The 2013 built terrace went to auction with a price guide of $450,000-$495,000.
Declan Treacey and Michael Moretti of Phillip Webb held the listing.
Situated at <a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/sold/property-terrace-vic-templestowe+lower-131218222" target="_blank">3/215 High Street</a>, Templestowe Lower the property is held within a boutique complex that is walking distance from Macedon Square.
Set across two levels, the terrace comprises two bedrooms and two bathrooms.
Featuring secure basement parking, the property has easy access to the freeway &amp; public transport.
Last listed as a rental in 2016, it had an accompanying price of $460/pw a minor reduction on the price it sought in 2013 and 2015 of $480/pw.
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The median price for a home in <a href="/developments/templestowe-lower-vic-3107">Templestowe Lower</a> is $1.1 million according to CoreLogic, which calculate its annual change in median price over the past 10 years as 5.4%. 
 
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Templestowe Lower mortgagee home sold for $75,000 above price guide

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A Ravida Homes-built family residence on the Golden Mile at Templestowe has been sold for $3.67 million.
It was sold by Dallas Taylor and Shaun Wang from Jellis Craig Doncaster.
Set on a flat acre allotment,<a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/sold/property-house-vic-templestowe-128055378" target="_blank"> the 167-173 Serpells Road </a>house features four large bedrooms, a refined living domain flowing through to formal dining, French styled kitchen, and rear north-facing garden.
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Other features include rumpus/drawing room, alfresco dining area,  water fountain and dual rose gardens.
It is appointed with GDH throughout, refrigerated cooling downstairs and evaporative cooling upstairs, laundry with BI cabinetry, garden irrigation and lighting, video intercom entrance and automated custom designed wrought iron gates.
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In addition, the home comes with dual entry with a circular driveway and remote DLUG with internal access plus OSP.
It is only to minutes to Templestowe Village, The Pines and Westfield and close to Ruffey Lake Park, Kew school buses, zoned schools.
It was last traded for $485,000 in 1992.
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Templestowe Golden Mile trophy home sold for $3.69 million

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A Templestowe Lower three bedroom apartment has been sold for $480,500 by mortgagees.
The north-west Melbourne house was sold by Tehran Mashayekh and Danial Reza Ali from Ray White on May 5.
<a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/sold/property-apartment-vic-templestowe+lower-127993002" target="_blank">The 7/231 High Street apartment</a> comes with three bedrooms, modern living, and private balcony.
It also features double-glazed windows, reverse-cycle heating and cooling, and double car garage. 
The suburb’s median unit price sits on $850,000, according to CoreLogic.
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Templestowe Lower three bedroom apartment sold by mortgagee

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A Templestowe Lower homes whose shape resembles Star Trek’s USS Enterprise has been sold.
It fetched $1,225,000 when bought by a developer who will likely demolish.
CoreLogic records show it last changed hands for $901,000 in February last year. 
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The dodecagon part of the house is carved into six triangular shaped spaces, a bathroom with a spa bath, three bedrooms, a kitchen, as well as a laundry and powder room.
A circular passageway with a light well connects the pieces of the 1960s two-storey, four-bedroom house at <a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/property-house-vic-templestowe+lower-126526502">15 Linton Avenue.</a><a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/property-house-vic-templestowe+lower-126526502"> </a>
Set on a 652 square metre block, the property came with approved plans and permits for two townhouses, Jellis Craig, Doncaster, agent Andrew Keleher said.
Keleher said the history of the property, suggesting the reason behind its design, had been lost over time.
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