Brisbane-based builder-developer <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/bpg-developments">BPG Developments</a> has secured approval for its $250 million Newstead apartment tower.

The building, at <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/16-22-maud-street-newstead-qld-4006">16-22 Maud Street</a>, will have 103 apartments across the 15-level building which will be crowned with a rooftop wellness facilities.

Residents will range from expansive two-bedroom residences, through to several penthouses on level 15. There will be 1,380 sqm&nbsp;dedicated to wellness-inspired amenities including shaded outdoor dining nooks, a fire pit, barbecue area, sunset lounge, gym, yoga deck, magnesium lap pool, sun deck, a sauna, steam room, and cold plunge pool.

BPG put together the 2,430 sqm super-site combines three separate titles – a vacant warehouse, an electrical &nbsp;wholesaler and an industrial shed, which were acquired in two separate transactions over a 12 month period. &nbsp;

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BPG was founded by industry veterans Nick Parr and Glen Williams. Parr said the project feels like a "coming home of sorts" for the pair, as they've both spent&nbsp;both spent the majority of their lives living in Brisbane's inner north. &nbsp;

“I lived just up the road in Teneriffe for most of my childhood," Parr said.

"We saw this site as an opportunity to deliver a timeless project in arguably Brisbane’s most popular suburb, where &nbsp;the standard for luxury design and amenities is incredibly high."

Parr believes Brisbane is in a bit of a "sweet spot" currently, in that&nbsp;construction prices have stabilised and demand has continued to climb which means the market is tightening up.&nbsp;

“The Brisbane market is unique in that there is no shortage of sites with existing development approvals, the issue is around the availability of builders who can deliver such projects. We are one of the few builder-developers who can build our own projects at scale &nbsp;so we are able to move quickly into delivery mode which gives confidence to our purchasers.” &nbsp;

Williams said they are proud of the project both&nbsp;in the sense of the significance of the site, but also in the quality and timelessness of the design. &nbsp;

“At BPG Projects we are conscious to prioritise quality over volume, so we tend to &nbsp;approach one project at a time," Williams said.

“For us we are motivated by creating a lasting legacy in our projects, so working with Plus &nbsp;Architecture to realise this vision has been a rewarding journey.” &nbsp;

BPG has appointed MOTIV to handle the sales and marketing of the new tower, which is expected to launch early next year. MOTIV Founder Carly Cottam said the project epitomises everything Newstead is about.

"Newstead is a huge success story in the revitalisation of Brisbane, and as a result it’s now one of the most popular inner suburbs, characterised by its exceptional urban design and wellness-driven lifestyle," Cottam said.

“We know this market values flexibility in floorplates, abundant storage and really liveable &nbsp;kitchens and interiors. That’s why designing an entire building around the owner occupier market with 100 &nbsp;percent of the floorplates representing two or three-bedroom residences mean this project is primed to appeal to the right audience.” &nbsp;

BPG completed Sable Palm Beach on the Gold Coast in 2019, and has plans for more developments in the suburb, as part of their $500 million development pipeline.

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BPG Developments secures development approval for $250 million Newstead project

With three projects currently in market in Elizabeth Bay and Mosman, two of which are under construction and completing next year, apartment developer Toohey Miller is expanding its new development pipeline across Sydney.

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/toohey-miller">Toohey Miller</a>, led by Nick Couloumbis, has filed plans for <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/oxford160-160-oxford-street-paddington-nsw-2021">Oxford160</a>, 44 new apartments across a nine-storey building on Oxford Street in Paddington. It will have 12 apartment designated as affordable housing as per the Housing SEPP 2021 mid-rise reforms which trigger increased height limits, and street-level retail spaces.

The vision for the project is to create a "welcoming and family-friendly place to live with a mix of quality and affordable homes to support the Paddington community at different life stages."

Designs prepared by Smart Design Studio outline a contemporary, articulated streetwall along Oxford Street, stepping back at the upper levels to mitigate bulk and improve visual integration with the local character. A new laneway will improve pedestrian connectivity to Shadforth Street, while communal open spaces are integrated at both ground and rooftop levels.

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According to the Urban Design Supporting Letter prepared by architect and urban designer Matthew Pullinger, the new scheme “represents a contextually sensitive, responsive and high quality renewal of the site and the broader urban landscape”.

Pullinger said there are a range of benefits to the project, namely its contribution to the renewal of "this part of Oxford Street as a distinctive higher density urban high street and a defining element of greater Sydney’s urban character, thereby enhancing the vitality and liveability of this important street."

The new building will replace&nbsp;a dated 1960s-era apartment block which has 27 studio apartments.&nbsp;Design documents note that the current structure detracts from the character of Oxford Street, with the proposal seeking to restore and enhance the continuity of active shopfronts along the northern edge of the street.

The last project to launch on Oxford Street sold out immediately. It was fashion legend Robby Ingham's The Cambrian, which sold all of its 15 apartments in the first five hours of its weekend launch in 2023 through Ben Stewart.

Toohey Miller plans rare new apartment development on Oxford Street, Paddington 

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/geocon-group">Geocon</a>&nbsp;is advancing its plans for its new&nbsp;mixed-use precinct in Braddon, updated the designs for the prominent site at the intersection of Northbourne and Wakefield Avenues.

The Canberra-based developer is proposing 558 apartments and seven commercial tenancies across four buildings under a staged application first lodged in 2023. The project also includes four levels of basement parking, communal spaces, pedestrian links, and landscaping enhancements.

While the development’s scale remains consistent, the current amendment introduces extensive changes to apartment layouts, building envelopes, façade articulation, and basement design.

According to the Design Statement by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/cox-architecture">Cox Architecture</a>, these adjustments were driven by two core objectives: “enhancing apartment and common area amenity” and “ensuring acknowledgement of the housing design guidelines, entity advice, and planning expectations, while retaining the integrity of the original architectural concept”.

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The revised apartment mix has been rebalanced to increase diversity and affordability, including a broader range of unit sizes and a higher proportion of three-bedroom dwellings. The updated design also removes problematic layouts, such as “snorkel” bedrooms and internalised studies, to improve liveability and natural light access.

Cox Architecture noted that “studios and smaller one-beds provide entry-level housing and broaden affordability,” while the number of family-sized three-bed apartments has been increased “in direct response to market demand and policy objectives”.

The circulation spaces within the towers have been redesigned to improve wayfinding and daylight penetration, while the ground floor layout has been reworked to create clearer and more visible entry points, particularly from Northbourne Avenue.

Refinements to the building’s massing and façades have also been introduced in response to planning feedback, with additional breaks and articulation to reduce perceived bulk. “Rooftop plant and lift overruns have been integrated and screened, resolving visibility concerns,” COX stated.

Basement levels have been consolidated and made more efficient, with improvements to bike and storage facilities.

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The precinct’s pedestrian connections have been clarified, and the public realm has been restructured to improve permeability and align with the broader Northbourne corridor urban design framework. Landscaping updates include increased deep soil zones and rooftop communal areas, with tree management to be addressed separately.

Geocon acquired the 10,633 sqm site earlier in 2023 following approval of a prior build-to-rent scheme by Evri Group. The existing nine-storey commercial building was demolished in 2022.

The current proposal, designed by Cox Architecture, is positioned as a key contributor to the ACT Government’s urban renewal vision for Northbourne Avenue, an established transport and development spine served by light rail and major arterial roads.

First look: Geocon refines plans for four-tower precinct on Braddon's Northbourne Avenue

The booming Bilinga beachfront is set for another luxury apartment development, with plans filed for KYRR, an 11-level block on the dress circle Pacific Parade.

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/kyrr-70-pacific-parade-bilinga-qld-4225">KYRR</a>, on the corner of Pacific Parade and Archer Street, will comprise 24 apartment on its prime 1,009 sqm site. There had previously been plans for a much more boutique seven-storey, five-unit scheme.

Plans have been pitched by CHM Living, an entity associated with James Quinert, the founder of Norwood Constructions which is based in Melbourne.

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Designed by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/byculprit">ByCulprit Architects</a>, the project includes a sculptural façade with soft curves and natural finishes, inspired by the rhythm and calm of the nearby Pacific Ocean.

According to the Town Planning Report by Town Planning Alliance, the project aspires to reflect the intent of the Medium Density Residential zone, aiming to "contribute to the city’s iconic skyline along the coastal spine" with a high degree of architectural modulation and landscaping that softens the built form.

There will be 22 large-scale three-bedroom apartments and two five-bedroom penthouses. The wellness amenities, including a gym, steam room, sauna, pool, golf simulator, and cold plunge, will sit on level one.

Kyrr will follow in the footsteps of <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/buildings/pipis-bilinga-303-golden-four-drive-bilinga-qld-4225">PIPIS</a> in Bilinga by SIERA, which is all but sold out with just one of its luxury 19 apartments left to sell. The building set suburb records, with the penthouses both selling for over $8 million. Down the road is Bilinga House, which has a wider mix of configurations and price points starting from just over $1.2 million.

First look: Bilinga beachfront set for new luxury apartment development, KYRR

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/coronation-property">Coronation Property</a> has received development approval for Archer &amp; Albert, a 32-storey, mixed-use residential development in the heart of Chatswood.

Located at 57–61 Archer Street and 34 Albert Avenue, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/archer-albert-chatswood-57-61-archer-street-chatswood-nsw-2067">Archer &amp; Albert</a> will deliver 150 new homes, including affordable housing, alongside ground-floor and podium retail, commercial space, a heritage house activated as a café, additional ground-level activation, and a landscaped publicly accessible park designed for community use.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/archer-albert-chatswood-57-61-archer-street-chatswood-nsw-2067">Archer &amp; Albert</a> is one of the few large-scale residential developments in the heart of Chatswood City to progress through a council-led architectural design competition and secure development approval, positioning it at the forefront of design led housing.&nbsp;

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Designed by global architecture practice <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/woods-bagot">Woods Bagot</a>, long-term collaborators of the Coronation team, the project draws inspiration from the Sydney Blue Gum High Forest and the leafy character of the South Chatswood Heritage Conservation Area. The design integrates a restored heritage-listed home and establishes a landscaped connection between Chatswood’s urban centre and its surrounding residential neighbourhoods.&nbsp;

“This is an important project for us and our first entry into the North Shore,” said Joe Nahas, Managing Director of &nbsp;Coronation Property.&nbsp;

“We are deliberate about where we invest and build, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/chatswood-nsw-2067">Chatswood</a> stands out because the fundamentals are already strong. Transport, employment, education, retail and health are all in place. Archer &amp; Albert is about adding new housing into a centre that already works and building on what exists.”&nbsp;

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Aras Labutis, Head of Urban Transformation at <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/coronation-property">Coronation Property</a>, said the project reflects a disciplined, collaborative approach to city shaping.&nbsp;

“Chatswood sits at an important junction between high-density commercial activity and established residential &nbsp;neighbourhoods," Labutis said.

"Our focus for Archer &amp; Albert was to manage that transition carefully, respecting what’s already there &nbsp;while contributing something new that feels deliberate and enduring."

The approved scheme delivers:&nbsp;

<ul>
	<li>A 32-storey mixed-use tower comprising 150 homes, including 41 affordable housing dwellings • 530sqm of ground-floor retail, dining and commercial offerings&nbsp;</li>
	<li>A 760sqm wellness tenancy integrated within the podium&nbsp;</li>
	<li>A restored heritage building, thoughtfully reimagined as a café overlooking the park&nbsp;</li>
	<li>A landscaped public park, designed as a calm green retreat in the heart of Chatswood&nbsp;</li>
	<li>Resident amenities include a premium gym, golf simulator, mahjong room, dedicated wellness areas, private &nbsp;dining facilities and a curated wine room&nbsp;</li>
	<li>Deep private balconies designed to capture outlooks and northern light&nbsp;</li>
	<li>A refined material palette of natural stone, timber and terracotta&nbsp;</li>
</ul>

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Coronation receives green light for Archer & Albert apartments in Chatswood

Western Australia

The national property developer Goldfields is already seeing high demand for it's maiden Western Australia land development, set in the heart of wine country, Margret River.

The 47 hectare masterplan, called Spindrift, will be officially unveiled this month.

Construction has begun on the 423-lot project, three kilometres south of the Margaret River town centre in WA's South West area.

Spindrift is surrounded by a developed community to the west and established Karri trees to the north and east. The first release of land will have prices starting from $194,500.

Gareth Wilson, Goldfields General Manager in WA, said Spindrift was perfectly positioned within a short drive to town while still having access to the natural beauty of Margaret River.

He said the development’s larger lots, intelligent design and landscaped reserves would make it highly sought after in a constrained local real estate market.

“Margaret River offers a unique opportunity to live in one of Australia’s most picturesque and renowned destinations and continues to be one of the most sought-after regions in WA,” Wilson said. “Housing demand has continued to outweigh supply in Margaret River which is testament to the attractiveness of the South West lifestyle.

“Spindrift will play a pivotal role in meeting short and medium term demand for housing in Margaret River.”

Spindrift is centred on a strong sense of community, where residents can immerse themselves in nature while still enjoying the comforts and amenity of modern life. It&nbsp;will offer all the amenities expected of a contemporary estate, including immediate access to neighbouring parks and playgrounds, schools, shopping strips, cafes, restaurants and medical facilities.

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Brook Palmateer, Associate Director at Acton Belle Property in Margaret River, said early interest levels in Spindrift were on par with that seen at larger, metropolitan housing developments.

“Interest is coming from a wide variety of people, but particularly local homebuyers,” Palmateer said. “That early interest has been all the greater because there are very few blocks on the market in the region at the moment.

“Everything has sold, there is hardly anything titled on the market and the only things that are titled at the moment are on very steep blocks that are harder and more expensive to build on. We have a significant lack of stock at this price point for people to choose from, across the whole South West region but particularly in Margaret River.”

The Augusta-Margaret River Shire recorded a sharp 17.8 per cent increase in population from 2016 to 2021 in Census data released by the Australian Bureau of Statistics. The estimated local population of 17,298 represented a year-on-year increase of 2.85 per cent compared to 0.93 per cent population growth in Regional WA more broadly.

According to the Real Estate Institute of WA (REIWA), there were a total of four properties advertised for rent on reiwa.com on 31 October 2022. In October 2021 there were two, and in October 2020 just one.

“We have a housing crisis in Margaret River and the surrounding region at the moment,” Palmateer added. “People cannot find anywhere to live – there is nowhere that is suiting them to buy, there’s no land to build on and we’ve got a rental shortage, and almost zero percent vacancy rate.

“80% of the walk-ins to our office are people looking for rentals. Margaret River in particular, closely followed by Dunsborough, are in the highest demand. Not only are a growing number of people keen to move here and enjoy the beautiful lifestyle now that they have more flexibility with working arrangements, but there are a lot of local people that are looking for housing as well, people that have been here 20-30 years. It is across the board.

“Spindrift is ideally situated to address this significant need for more housing in Margaret River and it is doing so at a great price point, in a central location close to amenities and all the natural beauty the region has to offer. This land will be snapped up swiftly.”

Construction has begun on the 423-lot project, three kilometres south of the Margaret River town centre in WA's South West area.

Goldfields launch Margaret River land estate, Spindrift

Boutique developers Norup + Wilson have been making a name for themselves across Perth for a number of years, having now amassed a portfolio that spans far and wide, with over half a billion dollars on the books.&nbsp;

Headed by Director’s John Norup and Dave Wilson, the group focuses on the owner-occupier, &nbsp;paying particular attention to the standard and range of first-class amenities on offer within their multi-level communities.&nbsp;

It’s been no different for the group’s imposing 21-storey community on the high-point of the coveted Mount Pleasant and Applecross peninsula - having attracted the interest of buyers not only for its enviable location.&nbsp;

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“In order for a community to function efficiently and happily, an enormous amount of careful thought and effort needs to be invested in the planning, design and built-form solutions to which they lead,” said Wilson.&nbsp;

“From the outset of this ambitiously innovative residential development, my focus has been on ensuring that all the community facilities integrate seamlessly with the private living areas. In this way, resident privacy and security are maximised as elegantly as are the shared benefits of the resort-quality these facilities provide.”

“Our goal is to set an unrivalled benchmark in apartment living.”

The action begins across the ground floor, transitioning into a destination entertainment piazza featuring an eclectic assortment of cuisines and experiences, with a number of restaurants already operating on the doorstep of The Precinct, and a handful still to come.

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More often than not, developments focus their private amenity offering around the pool. The Precinct has instead incorporated the facilities into distinct zones throughout, allowing residents to fully enjoy each space.&nbsp;

Reminiscent of the finest resorts across the world, The Precinct is home to an indoor and outdoor gym, a running track, a swimming pool, Bocci pit, cabana daybeds, Teppanyaki barbecues, a residents lounge and library, a wine room and a kid’s play room.&nbsp;

For the exclusive use of Sky Residents from levels 17 to 21, a Sky Lounge is also part of The Precinct, encompassing some of the best views on the west coast.&nbsp;

“The only difference between this peaceful escape from the everyday and the kind of relaxing, five-star resort you’d find in some distant tropical paradise, is that this one is yours. Your own piece of paradise,” Wilson said.&nbsp;

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The Precinct stands as the most prominent landmark in the Canning Bridge Precinct, commanding views of every facet of the city, from Kings Park and the CBD, to the converging Swan and Canning Rivers and the distant escarpment to the east.&nbsp;

Norup + Wilson chose the landmark site to maximise the Melville Council’s $235 million redevelopment vision for the precinct. Over the next ten years the Canning Bridge area is expected to be transformed with an expanded train station, river ferry and revitalised town centre on par with what was witnessed at Subiaco and East Perth.&nbsp;

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Reminiscent of the finest resorts across the world, The Precinct is home to an indoor and outdoor gym, a running track, a swimming pool, Bocci pit, cabana daybeds, Teppanyaki barbecues, a residents lounge and library, a wine room and a kid’s play room. 

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"Your own piece of paradise": Inside the Mount Pleasant apartments with resort-inspired amenities

In a bid to improve housing supply and affordability, the Western Australian Government further built on the states rebates for off the plan apartments back in May this year.&nbsp;

Conceived as part of the state’s largest budget, the new $50,000 rebate is in place for purchasers of off the plan apartments until the end of October 2023.&nbsp;

There is a sliding scale for concessions for a pre-construction contract entered into between 1 June 2022 and 24 October 2023.

Buyers will see 100 per cent of the duty paid by the WA Government if the property is&nbsp;valued at $500,000 or less, capped at a maximum of $50,000

There will be between 100 per cent and 50 per cent of the duty paid if the property is valued at more than $500,000 but less than $600,000.

Then from $600,000 plus, 50 per cent of the duty is paid, capped at a maximum of $50,000.

Western Australia Premier Mark McGowan said the budget measure was focused on lifting housing supply while addressing unaffordability.&nbsp;

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“The measures would create a pipeline of more affordable homes into the future, while also providing greater assistance to those seeking to purchase homes at the affordable end of the market, and aim to smooth the construction pipeline beyond the current boom in activity,” he said.&nbsp;

Stirling Capital's Cirque Duet has apartments that will see buyers pay $0 stamp duty. Prices start from $495,000 for the one-bedroom stock in the resort-inspired Mount Pleasant development.

Conceived as twin towers, Cirque Duet residences are connected above street level through an expansive podium of more than 3,000 sqm, housing the project's extensive amenity offering.&nbsp;

From a heated swimming pool to a children’s playground, Cirque Duet offers up some of the best Perth has to offer.

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The podium also features a spa and sauna, a gym, private dining rooms, cabanas, a cocktail bar, and barbecue facilities.&nbsp;

The amenity continues inside as well, with residents treated to a luxury cinema to watch all the latest blockbusters from the comfort of their own home, and a library.&nbsp;

Along the ground floor, the hotel-inspired lobbies also feature a concierge desk and access to a business centre and meeting room.&nbsp;

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Soaring above the Canning River, Stirling Capital's Cirque Duet lends its hand to the Government’s stamp duty rebates, offering a selection of one, two and three-bedroom apartments. 

Buyers pay cut-price stamp duty at Perth's Cirque Duet apartments in Mount Pleasant

Construction has commenced on the South Perth project, One Richardson, with one of Perth’s leading multi-residential and mixed-use builders on the task, Emco.&nbsp;

Developed by Subiaco-based developers, Devwest, One Richardson will deliver a collection of 75 one, two and three-bedroom apartments, along with a series of two-storey penthouses.&nbsp;

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Over 50 per cent of the apartments have already sold in the project, which have been designed by MJA Studio.&nbsp;

Sitting atop a ground floor cafe, as well as a welcoming resident’s lobby, each apartment has been architecturally designed to suit a range of lifestyles and buyers.&nbsp;&nbsp;

The project also leverages on its enviable Swan River location.&nbsp;

Overlooking Richardson Park, One Richardson fronts an expansive public open space, which delivers not only park fronting apartments, but also creates uninterrupted river views, which are normally only attained in high rise developments, brimming with residences.&nbsp; &nbsp;

One Richardson offers a large range of leading sustainability initiatives to help reduce the development’s environmental footprint, including features such as solar energy to common areas, energy efficient lighting and appliances, water efficient tapware and fixtures, electric storage units, solar efficient glazing and more.

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Centrally located on the corner of Richardson Street and Melville Parade, One Richardson enjoys views to the Swan River, along with a residential communal area located on the third floor, complete with barbecue facilities and lush landscaping.&nbsp;

Devwest have taken to transforming the Perth property market, with a number of projects currently in the works and recently completed including, The Bradshaw Residences in Manning and the soon to be launched, Olive Street apartments, which will form part of the revitalisation of Subiaco.

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Over 50 per cent of the apartments have already sold in the project, which have been designed by MJA Studio. 

Construction underway on South Perth apartments, One Richardson

Over the last few years, as people are spending more time in their home and working remotely, resident amenity in apartment towers has gone up several notches.

Resident amenity can be the defining factor in a buyer's decision to secure an apartment in one development over another, and developers are becoming wise to that fact.

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Cygnet West's Director of Residential Projects, Sales and Marketing, Greg Billings&nbsp;says buyers are very well educated on the latest trends.

“Buyers know what they want in both design and specification - with the specification having the ability to make or break a project,” Mr Billings said.&nbsp;

One development ticking all the boxes on buyers’ lists is Prosper Living’s South Perth apartment project, The Pearl.

The Pearl’s amenities have been designed as an extension of the apartments, with Prosper Living’s CEO, Maggie Cai saying they provide a place for residents to interact with one another, and to relax without the need to maintain the facilities themselves.&nbsp;

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“To reflect the beautiful Swan River and leafy parklands of South Perth, The Pearl uses many natural elements within the amenity level. From considered landscaping to herb gardens and citrus trees, residents will enjoy a tranquil oasis,” Ms Cai said.&nbsp;

“Residents can enjoy the beautiful river views from the resident's lounge, while the facilities also provide a place for wellness and well-being in which residents can escape from the busy city lifestyle without the need to travel.”

“The Pearl's amenities are like a resort hub for residents,” Ms Cai added.&nbsp; 
&nbsp; 
Mr Billings highlighted how important the location was in the final design of the project, saying location is key, with buyers seeking walkability to shopping and restaurants, along with easy access to the city.&nbsp;

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“Whilst there are various projects approved in the South Perth area already, it is likely future development will compromise the views for some of those projects,” he said.&nbsp;

“The majority of the apartments in The Pearl will have ‘forever views’ and with South Perth so keenly sought after by many buyers due to its proximity to the CBD and amenity, The Pearl has positioned itself as one of the stand out projects in the area.”

A variety of buyer demographics have been flocking to The Pearl, with predominately owner-occupiers securing apartments in the building.

That’s where the focus on the curated amenities particularly come into play, says Mr Billings.

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“The typical owner-occupier comes from a larger home and likely has many of these amenities in their existing property. Moving to The Pearl means they enjoy the use of the gardens and pool, plus the additional amenities, without having to manage or maintain them," Mr Billings concluded.

With sustainability also high on the buyer shopping list, a number of developers have looked to achieve environmental excellence in design and construction, with The Pearl meeting these standards with a 5 Star Green Star rating.&nbsp;

Spacious one-bedroom apartments with river views, start from $515,000 at The Pearl.

Coupled with a range of two, three and four-bedroom apartments, The Pearl has a home to suit everyone.&nbsp;

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The Pearl’s amenities have been designed as an extension of the apartments, with Prosper Living’s CEO, Maggie Cai saying they provide a place for residents to interact with one another, and to relax without the need to maintain the facilities themselves. 

Creating an extension to the apartment space: Inside The Pearl, an amenity-rich development

Perth locals, Stirling Capital, have long had a desire to produce sustainable and environmentally conscious projects.

The group, led by Managing Director, Luke Reinecke, incorporates designs with embedded networks that use smart metres, renewable energy sources such as solar panels, and measures to optimise energy savings for residents of every project.

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“Sustainability is integral to every brief we provide to our architects – from water and energy efficiency to materials selection and other initiatives, we consider sustainability throughout every stage of every project to ensure optimum environmental performance from the ground up.”

Stirling’s Jolimont project, Florin, follows suit with the group’s sustainable ambitions, with the Parkside residences achieving a 5 Star Green Star rating.

Launched by Green Building Council of Australia (GBCA) in 2003, Green Star is Australia’s largest voluntary and truly holistic sustainability rating system for buildings, fit-outs and communities.

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Green Star aims to reduce the impact of climate change by promoting developments and communities that support a more sustainable way of life, with all projects displaying a Green Star Certification Trademark passing through an independent assessment process.

With a 5 Star Green Star rating, Florin represents Australian Excellence in sustainability, with features such as ceiling fans, energy-efficient lighting and appliances, a highly efficient heat pump water system, and 40kW solar helping the project reach the mark.

All common areas are also serviced by 100 per cent renewable energy, while extensive landscaping ensures the living spaces are directly connected to nature, blending seamlessly with the neighbouring park.

These benefits also help to keep living costs down for residents.

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The $37 million project will deliver 63 residences to the Jolimont area, with the family-sized apartments offering sweeping views to the neighbouring park and CBD skyline.

One, two three and four-bedroom apartments are still remaining in the project, with completion slated for the back-end of 2023.

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Stirling’s Jolimont project, Florin, follows suit with the group’s sustainable ambitions, with the Parkside residences achieving a 5 Star Green Star rating.

How Florin Parkside takes on a sustainable design 

Perth property developer Prosper Living has just launched The Pearl, a mixed-use development on one of South Perth's best streets.

The Pearl will rise 25 levels from 3 Lyall Street, just a stones throw from the Swan River. There will be 137 one, two and three-bedroom apartments across the tower, which will also include three two-level sub-penthouses, as well as a special penthouse across the top two levels.

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"The Pearl is destined to become a landmark in every direction across the city and the Swan River," Prosper Living say.

The Pearl has been designed to be&nbsp;delivered as a 5-star Green Star mixed-use development, with retail and hospitality located across the ground floor plane.&nbsp;

Following an open-plan layout, the apartments&nbsp;connect to expansive balconies, offering panoramic views across the River to the City skyline in the east, Matlida Bay to the west and the Canning Bridge and the Canning River in the south-east.

"The Pearl adopted a series of design strategies to reduce energy consumptions and enhancing thermal comfort via efficient central gas hot water plant, roof-mounted solar panels, high-efficiency LED lighting and appliances, smart control system, home energy and water metering systems to allow residents to track their water and energy used," the architect said to the project.&nbsp;

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The Pearl will exceed solar access levels, with the dynamic shape of the building's footprint maximising&nbsp;natural cross-ventilation and light&nbsp;into each of the apartments, while&nbsp;high performance double glazing systems and beyond NCC standard insulations are also incorporated to maximise thermal comfort for residents.&nbsp;

A green spine softens The Pearl's façade, providing light throughout the development, with the greenery spilling into the lobby area.

Level three will be home to The Pearl’s residential amenity, with a lounge and dining area, along with a fully equipped kitchen and large temperature-controlled wine storage, a games room and pool table, and a 12-seater cinema.

The space is also set to include&nbsp;an infinity edge pool, with the pool deck sitting amongst lush greenery and a herb and citrus garden, as well as an alfresco entertainment area, complete with a barbecue area and an enclosed dining space, along with a massage room, a yoga deck, a gym and a sauna and steam room.

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Completion on The Pearl is slated for the end of 2024.

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Comprising one, two and three-bedroom apartments, The Pearl will also home to three double-storey sub-penthouses, as well as one of Perth’s most impressive penthouses once its complete, topping out the residential tower on the 25th floor. 

Prosper Living launch 5-star Green Star-rated South Perth apartments, The Pearl

Located among the tree-lined streets of Claremont, The Terraces lands in the heart of Perth’s affluent western suburbs, where traditional, character homes sit side by side with modern architecture.

Perth property developers, Iris Residential have taken to the sought-after suburb, building something special that blends into its context.&nbsp;

Delivering a collection of one, two and three-bedroom apartments&nbsp;across a seven-storey building, the residences sit on the boundary of the historic Claremont Oval.

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With the suburb home to river vistas, leafy parklands and many of Perth’s most exclusive boutique retail outlets, it comes with a village atmosphere with a vibrant community, along with a range of high-quality amenities.

Claremont Train Station sits behind the site, providing links to neighbouring suburbs and the Perth CBD.

But for those looking to stay close to home, The Terraces fall within walking distance to a range of eateries, cafes, boutiques, and shopping options.

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Residents of the north-facing apartments are within walking distance to Perth’s premium shopping and lifestyle destination, Claremont Quarter, which consists a large range of boutique brands and dining options, just 240 metres from The Terraces.

On the doorstep of The Terraces is Mart St Bakery and IGA, which is just a minute’s walk, while for those looking to get their exercise in, the Claremont project is surrounded by a wealth of fitness and recreational amenity.

Revo Fitness and Claremont Football Club find their home within Claremont Oval, while Claremont Lawn Tennis Club, Claremont Aquatic Centre and Lake Claremont Golf, all lie within 600 metres of The Terraces.

Stepping further out from The Terraces, the development is nestled amongst some of the Swan River’s neighbouring suburbs, which comes with it the nearby coastline.

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Are number of Perth’s most pristine beaches can be reached by car within 10-minutes, with Swanbourne Beach, Cottesloe Beach and Leighton Beach all nearby.

One, two and three-bedroom apartments can still be snapped up within the Perth project, before its offical public lunch.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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With the suburb home to river vistas, leafy parklands and many of Perth’s most exclusive boutique retail outlets, it comes with a village atmosphere with a vibrant community, along with a range of high-quality amenities.



 How Iris Residential’s The Terraces is offering the premium Claremont lifestyle 

Iris Residential have taken over the Perth property market, with three projects currently under construction.

The group are expecting buyers of their Amara City Gardens development to be ready to move into their new homes in Spring this year, with construction proceeding as planned.

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It is Amara City Garden’s unique location that truly sets it apart.

Not only are residents connected to shopping, dining and entertainment at Westfield Booragoon Shopping Centre, but they are also on the doorstep of medical services, major banks, Wireless Hill Park and Melville Aquatic Centre.

Residents are also steps away from Booragoon Bus Station linking to Bull Creek Train and Bus Interchange, providing quick and easy access to Perth CBD, Murdoch University and the world-class Fiona Stanley Hospital.

Teaming up once again with Perth-based architects, Cameron Chisholm Nicol, Amara City Gardens comprises a collection of one, two and three-bedroom apartments, following an open plan layout, with&nbsp;flexible contract terms available.&nbsp;

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Emblazoned with wide picture windows, with double glazing and high 2.7 metre ceilings, the apartments are dappled in light, complimented by a sense of airiness and space.

Engineered oak floorboards lay under foot in the living spaces, while 100 per cent wool carpets are featured within the bedrooms and corridors.

And as a finishing touch, buyers can elect between a choice of three contemporary colour schemes, further enhancing the ability for a unique space.

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The kitchens are the heart of the homes, with reconstituted stone benchtops and premium Smeg appliances, including a stainless steel oven, rangehood and gas cooktop, along with a built-in dishwasher and generous storage.

The bathrooms complete the architecturally designed homes, featuring resort-style tiling , designer vanities and chrome fixtures, while the bedrooms are finished off with expansive mirrored robes.

Three-bedroom, two-bathroom and two car bay apartments can still be snapped up in Amara City Gardens, with prices from&nbsp;$720,000.

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It is Amara City Garden’s unique location that truly sets it apart.



Amara City Gardens, Perth apartment development set to welcome residents in Spring

The Iris Residential project, Shenton Quarter, sets out to create a new urban village in one of Perth’s most sought after suburbs.

The local property developers had one vision for the development, in which to change the way people live.

With the contemporary village set to arrive to Shenton Park, Iris says the project will provide both the residents and the wider community with an area that has its own atmosphere and sense of place, along with establishing a place for social interaction, with ample public and green space.

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Providing the ultimate in 21st century convenience, a new shared pedestrian and car laneway will be lined with cafes and alfresco fining, with the ground floor of Shenton Quarter to home a new Coles supermarket, along with a range of specialist boutiques, medical facilities and commercial tenancies.

A buyers lifestyle will be shaped by the exclusive resort-style amenity provided across Shenton Quarter, including landscaped gardens, vegetable and herb gardens, a fruit orchard, 20-metre heated swimming pool, a lounge and dining area, a barbecue deck, children’s play equipment, as well as a fully equipped gym.

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Looking to appeal to a wide buyer type, Iris have curated a collection of one-bedroom lofts, along with a selection of one, two and three bedroom apartments.

The light-filled and open residences benefit from a calming palette, as well as experiencing an impressive outlook to the city, which is maximised with floor-to-ceiling glass windows in the living areas.

Over 70 per cent of the residence have already sold in Shenton Quarter, including all of the one-bedroom apartments, as well as all but one of the one-bedroom lofts, which were designed by renowned local architects, Cameron Chisholm Nicol.

The two-bedders in Shenton Quarter start from $590,000.

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Each features high ceilings, with 100 per cent wool carpets in the bedrooms, and engineered timber floorboards throughout the living spaces.

Stone benchtops grace the countertops, with a suite of Smeg appliances and a built in pantry, drawers and bin rounding out the kitchen space.

The three-bedroom apartments come in from $925,000, with two-bathrooms and two car spaces, with the premium offering aimed toward the family-occupier or downsizer looking for apartment living with a little added space.

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The light-filled and open residences benefit from a calming palette, as well as experiencing an impressive outlook to the city, which is maximised with floor-to-ceiling glass windows in the living areas.



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