<ul>
	<li>Incorporation of the public realm into the development.</li>
	<li>Spacious and light filled residences with respectful setback so the heritage facade can shine.</li>
	<li>Accessibility to major retail and dining precincts.</li>
</ul>

Penny Lane is set to be a welcoming Moonee Ponds landmark, and a place to call home.

Through thoughtful design and effortless style by Clarke Hopkins Clarke, Penny Lane is a natural addition to the suburb’s eclectic and heritage landscape.

Penny Lane Moonee Ponds is ideally located at the heart of the city’s iconic racing district. Penny Lane is conveniently located close to Moonee Valley Racecourse, the home of Australia's most prestigious horse race, the W.S. Cox Plate. Australia's most loved and iconic world-class event, the Melbourne Cup Carnival is also moments away.&nbsp;

Step outside your home and you’re just moments away from your favourite cafe, supermarket, green grocer, butcher and the eclectic shop fronts of Puckle Street.

Artisan baked bread, locally roasted coffee, fresh produce and authentic cuisine incorporates Melbourne’s food culture in the hub of Moonee Ponds.

Exceptional finishes and permanent materials including glass, concrete and steel have been chosen for the Penny Lane apartments for enduring value while excellent environmental credentials ensure the building considers its footprint for years to come.

As per usual, Clarke Hopkins Clarke delivers in sustainability in their designs and projects, Penny Lane will feature:

<ul>
	<li>7.2 Star Average apartment energy rating</li>
	<li>Energy efficient LED lighting</li>
	<li>Energy efficient ventilation &amp; air conditioning</li>
	<li>Rainwater harvesting &amp; reuse</li>
	<li>15KW renewable energy on site</li>
	<li>Daylight exposure &amp; natural ventilation</li>
</ul>

Meticulously crafted for modern living, your residence features premium finishes, expansive spaces and intelligent design comprising of over 150 one, two and three bedroom residences across 9 floors. Combining laneway culture with an unparalleled attention to detail, Penny Lane embraces iconic architecture, quality finishes and an exciting new way of living.&nbsp;

The laneway adds vibrancy to the public sphere with outdoor al fresco dining, retail tenancies and commissioned street art, Penny Lane allows the community to flow seamlessly.

Within each meticulously crafted residence, it is the focus on spatial planning which sets Penny Lane apart. Considered architecture and carefully selected materials throughout the residences include warm timbers, soft feature stones, premium appliances and well-crafted joinery. The result is a collection of welcoming living areas and cosy private spaces.

Penny Lane amenities include:

<ul>
	<li>Level 3 podium garden</li>
	<li>Full line gymnasium</li>
	<li>Private lounge</li>
	<li>Kitchen and dining room</li>
	<li>Level 9 terrace</li>
</ul>

As a resident, you have exclusive access to all of the amenities and also get to enjoy Melbourne’s newest cinema complex, complete with a luxury rooftop cinema, Platinum lounge and a range of cafes and casual dining options.

<ul><li>Incorporation of the public realm into the development.</li>
	<li>Spacious and light filled residences with respectful setback so the heritage facade can shine.</li>
	<li>Accessibility to major retail and dining precincts.</li>
</ul>Penny Lane is set to be a welcoming Moonee Ponds landmark, and a place to call home.

Through thoughtful design and effortless style by Clarke Hopkins Clarke, Penny Lane is a natural addition to the suburb’s eclectic and heritage landscape.

Penny Lane Moonee Ponds is ideally located at the heart of the city’s iconic racing district. Penny Lane is conveniently located close to Moonee Valley Racecourse, the home of Australia's most prestigious horse race, the W.S. Cox Plate. Australia's most loved and iconic world-class event, the Melbourne Cup Carnival is also moments away. 

Step outside your home and you’re just moments away from your favourite cafe, supermarket, green grocer, butcher and the eclectic shop fronts of Puckle Street.

Artisan baked bread, locally roasted coffee, fresh produce and authentic cuisine incorporates Melbourne’s food culture in the hub of Moonee Ponds.

Exceptional finishes and permanent materials including glass, concrete and steel have been chosen for the Penny Lane apartments for enduring value while excellent environmental credentials ensure the building considers its footprint for years to come.

As per usual, Clarke Hopkins Clarke delivers in sustainability in their designs and projects, Penny Lane will feature:

<ul><li>7.2 Star Average apartment energy rating</li>
	<li>Energy efficient LED lighting</li>
	<li>Energy efficient ventilation &amp; air conditioning</li>
	<li>Rainwater harvesting &amp; reuse</li>
	<li>15KW renewable energy on site</li>
	<li>Daylight exposure &amp; natural ventilation</li>
</ul>Meticulously crafted for modern living, your residence features premium finishes, expansive spaces and intelligent design comprising of over 150 one, two and three bedroom residences across 9 floors. Combining laneway culture with an unparalleled attention to detail, Penny Lane embraces iconic architecture, quality finishes and an exciting new way of living. 

The laneway adds vibrancy to the public sphere with outdoor al fresco dining, retail tenancies and commissioned street art, Penny Lane allows the community to flow seamlessly.

Within each meticulously crafted residence, it is the focus on spatial planning which sets Penny Lane apart. Considered architecture and carefully selected materials throughout the residences include warm timbers, soft feature stones, premium appliances and well-crafted joinery. The result is a collection of welcoming living areas and cosy private spaces.

Penny Lane amenities include:

<ul><li>Level 3 podium garden</li>
	<li>Full line gymnasium</li>
	<li>Private lounge</li>
	<li>Kitchen and dining room</li>
	<li>Level 9 terrace</li>
</ul>As a resident, you have exclusive access to all of the amenities and also get to enjoy Melbourne’s newest cinema complex, complete with a luxury rooftop cinema, Platinum lounge and a range of cafes and casual dining options.

Penny Lane, Moonee Ponds - 6-14 Young Street, Moonee Ponds

<ul>
	<li>Located in a a high investment north east corridor.</li>
	<li>Spacious 1, 2 &amp; 3 bedroom apartments.</li>
	<li>Rooftop terrace with captivating views and ground floor retail.</li>
</ul>

Cultivate - An exclusive selection of 1, 2 &amp; 3 bedroom residences featuring spacious floorplans, full size kitchens and premium finishes throughout to herald a new era for contemporary living in Heidelberg West.

Considered architecture opens sightlines to capture the views while allowing natural light to wash over interiors that are deliberately large on size and amenity.

Refreshingly functional with sophisticated detail, spacious open living zones extend to balconies in a celebration of light and space.

Efficient and elegant open plan kitchens use subtle ceiling bulkheads and refined island benches to define a high performance entertainer’s zone.

Smeg and Fisher &amp; Paykel team up to offer a selection of premium appliances, seamlessly integrated within full height joinery that brings a myriad of discreet storage at your fingertips.

At ground level, a series of retail and dining spaces connect at street level while two private entries provide secure access for residents.

Upper level balconies step into the views with glass balustrades while an exclusive residents rooftop terrace basks in uninterrupted vistas of Melbourne’s city skyline.

Premium security technology underpins entry to all areas including remote access underground facilities for car and bicycle parking and additional storage.

&nbsp;

<ul><li>Located in a a high investment north east corridor.</li>
	<li>Spacious 1, 2 &amp; 3 bedroom apartments.</li>
	<li>Rooftop terrace with captivating views and ground floor retail.</li>
</ul>Cultivate - An exclusive selection of 1, 2 &amp; 3 bedroom residences featuring spacious floorplans, full size kitchens and premium finishes throughout to herald a new era for contemporary living in Heidelberg West.

Considered architecture opens sightlines to capture the views while allowing natural light to wash over interiors that are deliberately large on size and amenity.

Refreshingly functional with sophisticated detail, spacious open living zones extend to balconies in a celebration of light and space.

Efficient and elegant open plan kitchens use subtle ceiling bulkheads and refined island benches to define a high performance entertainer’s zone.

Smeg and Fisher &amp; Paykel team up to offer a selection of premium appliances, seamlessly integrated within full height joinery that brings a myriad of discreet storage at your fingertips.

At ground level, a series of retail and dining spaces connect at street level while two private entries provide secure access for residents.

Upper level balconies step into the views with glass balustrades while an exclusive residents rooftop terrace basks in uninterrupted vistas of Melbourne’s city skyline.

Premium security technology underpins entry to all areas including remote access underground facilities for car and bicycle parking and additional storage.

Cultivate - 294 Bell Street, Heidelberg West

Karrina Kew - 136 Princes Street, Kew

1 Abbotsford Grove Ivanhoe Newly Completed, MOVE IN NOW. “Discover the Art of Boutique Living at VALIA Ivanhoe.” Nestled in the heart of Ivanhoe's charismatic village, VALIA presents an exclusive opportunity for those seeking to downsize without compromise. These are not just residences; They are a statement of sophisticated living. Only 14 luxury homes, all with substancial terraces for entertaining, a rarity experienced in apartment living. Crafted by the visionary minds at SJB Interiors and WMK Architecture, every inch of these elevated residences whispers elegance. The gourmet kitchen, a masterpiece of form and function, boasts a lavish island bench, premium Smeg appliances, and refined stone finishes. The living spaces, bathed in natural light from full-length windows, create an ambiance of openness, uniting the indoors with the stunning terrace. Retire to your master bedroom, a secluded retreat complete with an opulent ensuite, offering a space of serenity and calm. Thoughtful and considered touches throughout, secure parking for two, and extra storage cater to every practical need. Your new home at VALIA is a celebration of luxury, comfort, and convenience, encapsulated in one word – "Home."

1 Abbotsford Grove Ivanhoe Newly Completed, MOVE IN NOW. “Discover the Art of Boutique Living at VALIA Ivanhoe.” Nestled in the heart of Ivanhoe's charismatic village, VALIA presents an exclusive opportunity for those seeking to downsize without compromise. These are not just residences; They are a statement of sophisticated living. Only 14 luxury homes, all with substancial terraces for entertaining, a rarity experienced in apartment living. Crafted by the visionary minds at SJB Interiors and WMK Architecture, every inch of these elevated residences whispers elegance. The gourmet kitchen, a masterpiece of form and function, boasts a lavish island bench, premium Smeg appliances, and refined stone finishes. The living spaces, bathed in natural light from full-length windows, create an ambiance of openness, uniting the indoors with the stunning terrace. Retire to your master bedroom, a secluded retreat complete with an opulent ensuite, offering a space of serenity and calm. Thoughtful and considered touches throughout, secure parking for two, and extra storage cater to every practical need. Your new home at VALIA is a celebration of luxury, comfort, and convenience, encapsulated in one word – "Home."

Valia Residences Ivanhoe

You and I - 450 Smith Street, Collingwood

<ul>
	<li>1, 2 &amp; 3 bedroom apartments</li>
	<li>50% Sold &amp; Under Construction</li>
	<li>In the heart of Carlton and Fitzroy</li>
</ul>

Encompass Carlton Fitzroy is at the centre of everything.&nbsp;

Located at the corner of Elgin and Nicholson Streets, Encompass delivers bright and spacious 1, 2 &amp; 3 bed apartments with generous balconies and exclusive resident amenities. 50% have already sold!&nbsp;

Living spaces at Encompass are open and bright, and encourage the connection between indoor and outdoor living. Every apartment incorporates a paved terrace or balcony, opening off the living area.

<h3>Encompass apartments feature:</h3>

<ul>
	<li>2.7m high ceilings</li>
	<li>Considered floorplans</li>
	<li>Oak timber finish flooring</li>
	<li>Floor to ceiling sliding doors</li>
	<li>Generous balcony</li>
	<li>Premium kitchen appliances</li>
	<li>Matte black tapware</li>
	<li>Stone surfaces &amp; mirrored splashbacks</li>
	<li>Terrazzo floor tiles</li>
	<li>Tufted 100% wool loop pile carpets</li>
	<li>Secure parking</li>
	<li>Access to amenities</li>
</ul>

As a resident at Encompass, you will be treated to unrivalled panoramic views of Melbourne&rsquo;s CBD from the Rooftop Lounge located on level eight. Enjoy incredible views from select apartments and the residents&rsquo; Rooftop Lounge, anytime of the day and night.

Comprised of a fully equipped kitchen, outdoor barbeque, zoned alfresco dining and formal lounge areas including a television and library, this diverse space provides you with the option to entertain or relax with Melbourne&rsquo;s city skyline as your backdrop.

<ul><li>1, 2 &amp; 3 bedroom apartments</li>
	<li>50% Sold &amp; Under Construction</li>
	<li>In the heart of Carlton and Fitzroy</li>
</ul>Encompass Carlton Fitzroy is at the centre of everything. 

Located at the corner of Elgin and Nicholson Streets, Encompass delivers bright and spacious 1, 2 &amp; 3 bed apartments with generous balconies and exclusive resident amenities. 50% have already sold! 

Living spaces at Encompass are open and bright, and encourage the connection between indoor and outdoor living. Every apartment incorporates a paved terrace or balcony, opening off the living area.

<h3>Encompass apartments feature:</h3>

<ul><li>2.7m high ceilings</li>
	<li>Considered floorplans</li>
	<li>Oak timber finish flooring</li>
	<li>Floor to ceiling sliding doors</li>
	<li>Generous balcony</li>
	<li>Premium kitchen appliances</li>
	<li>Matte black tapware</li>
	<li>Stone surfaces &amp; mirrored splashbacks</li>
	<li>Terrazzo floor tiles</li>
	<li>Tufted 100% wool loop pile carpets</li>
	<li>Secure parking</li>
	<li>Access to amenities</li>
</ul>As a resident at Encompass, you will be treated to unrivalled panoramic views of Melbourne’s CBD from the Rooftop Lounge located on level eight. Enjoy incredible views from select apartments and the residents’ Rooftop Lounge, anytime of the day and night.

Comprised of a fully equipped kitchen, outdoor barbeque, zoned alfresco dining and formal lounge areas including a television and library, this diverse space provides you with the option to entertain or relax with Melbourne’s city skyline as your backdrop.

Encompass - 8 Elgin Street, Carlton

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Decco - 55 Lower Heidelberg Road, Ivanhoe

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Development group <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/developers/giancorp-property-group">Giancorp</a> took to <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/developments/moonee-ponds-vic">Moonee Ponds</a> to rejuvenate and reconnect the suburb's Puckle Street precinct with their apartment development Penny Lane, an arthouse cinema and arcade, and a laneway network that boosts walkability.

<a href="https://www.urban.com.au/buildings/penny-lane-moonee-ponds-6-14-young-street-moonee-ponds">Penny Lane</a> comprises a total of 109 completed apartments, each offering generous balconies or terraces. It is the focus on longevity, spatial planning, and environmental credentials that sets Penny Lane apart.

Designed by <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/architects/clarkehopkinsclarke">Clarke Hopkins Clarke Architects</a> with carefully selected permanent materials and exceptional finishes throughout the building and residences, such as glass, concrete, steel, warm timbers, and soft feature stones.

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"Penny Lane has been designed with longevity at the forefront of our thinking," Clarke Hopkins Clarke Architects Multi-residential partner Toby Lauclan says.

Materials of glass, steel and concrete are softened at street level by vertical planting, bluestone and recycled bricks salvaged from the site’s existing building.

"Robust, long-lasting materials including concrete, steel and glass, will ensure the building ages well, is low-maintenance and inexpensive to maintain over its entire lifespan. While concrete comes with high embodied energy it can also help reduce a building's carbon footprint by making add-on elements like cladding unnecessary."

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Prioritising an ecologically sustainable development, Penny Lane achieves a 7.2 NatHERS rating, with energy-efficient double glazing, LED lighting, rainwater harvesting, and on-site 15Kw of renewable energy, making it a low maintenance and low impact development.

Each apartment has the kitchen as the heart of the home, well appointed with Miele appliances and stone benchtops, where homebuyers can choose between light or dark colour schemes.

The bedrooms feature built-in robes, while the bathrooms adopt an attractive neutral colour palette, maintaining a contemporary yet timeless aesthetic throughout.

Residents of Penny Lane also enjoy exclusive access to amenities on the level three podium garden, a full-line gymnasium, a private lounge, a designer kitchen, and dining rooms for social gatherings. Additionally, the level nine terrace provides expansive views and landscaped spaces.

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The Penny Lane precinct also features Melbourne’s newest cinema complex complete with a luxury rooftop cinema, Platinum lounge and a range of cafes and casual dining options – the perfect place for a pre-movie dinner or a post-movie wine with friends.

Penny Lane is also conveniently located close to Moonee Valley Racecourse, the home of Australia’s most prestigious horse race, the Cox Plate, while also being just a few minutes from the Queen's Park, Moonee Valley’s oldest park that has a lake, a pool, cottage café, and an expansive gardens space.

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"Penny Lane has been designed with longevity at the forefront of our thinking," Clarke Hopkins Clarke Architects Multi-residential partner Toby Lauclan says

Urban Editorial

Inside Giancorp's Moonee Ponds apartment development, Penny Lane

Construction is underway on the&nbsp;new Carlton apart​ment development,&nbsp;Encompass.

Designed by renowned architects Jackson Architecture and located on the corner of Elgin and Nicholson Streets, Encompass is a joint venture between Frasers Property Australia and Citta Property Group.

Encompass, which will be a&nbsp;minimum 5-star energy rated residential building, has already sold over 50 per cent of its 115 apartments.

Harris HMC has been appointed as the builder and construction of the residential tower is expected to reach completion in mid-2023.

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Sarah Bloom, General Manager Development Victoria, Frasers Property Australia, says the expansive city views, location just 2.5km from Melbourne&rsquo;s CBD as well as having local cafes, shops and restaurants at its doorstep, make Encompass a popular choice for purchasers wanting to experience cosmopolitan Carlton.

&ldquo;There is a real &lsquo;wow&rsquo; factor to Encompass, not only from its impressive aesthetic design, but also its many sustainability features, such as water management initiatives, natural light and ventilation to every corridor, consideration of orientation and shading maximising light and ventilation to all apartments,&rdquo;&nbsp;Bloom says.

&ldquo;With all these benefits on offer in one place, it&rsquo;s no wonder that more than 50% of Encompass&rsquo;s apartments have already been sold.

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&ldquo;We&rsquo;re excited to get started and to mark this exciting milestone with our project partners and members of the community,&rdquo; she says.

Alister Woods, Director, Citta Property Group says Encompass combines stunning architecture with premium amenities for residents to create a compelling lifestyle offer for buyers.

&ldquo;Encompass will elevate the local community with its striking design and range of quality resident facilities,&quot; Woods says.

&quot;The strong sales achieved to date demonstrate the value proposition Encompass represents and today&rsquo;s sod-turning means we&rsquo;re on the way to delivering a premium quality, sustainable, lifestyle-focused development that takes full advantage of its convenient and cosmopolitan Carlton location.&quot;

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The eight-level building, offering a mix of one, two and three- bedroom apartments, is set to cater to&nbsp;a wide range of purchasers, from first home buyers and young families to downsizers and investors.

Each apartment will include its own private balcony or courtyard, accessed by floor-to-ceiling sliding doors. There will be&nbsp;2.7 metre&nbsp;high ceilings to living areas, premium kitchen appliances,&nbsp;oak timber finish floors in living areas and 100% wool loop pile carpet in the bedrooms.

Another highlight is the residents-only rooftop lounge, complete with alfresco dining area and outdoor barbeque, fully-equipped kitchen and a formal lounge area with television and library.

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Harris HMC has been appointed as the builder and construction of the residential tower is expected to reach completion in mid-2023

Joel Robinson

Construction starts on Frasers' Encompass, Carlton apartments

The Melbourne developer Kincaid has appointed the longstanding Harris HMC to build its Heidelberg West apartment development, Cultivate.

The privately-owned and family-ran company, led by Dale Kennedy&nbsp;since 2006&nbsp;is among one of&nbsp;Australia&rsquo;s top per cent&nbsp;construction companies, having began build​ing in Melbourne back in the mid 1980s.

Having previously completed The Pullman Hotel on Swanston St and the premium 550 Bourke St office tower, Harris HMC currently has a strong workbook of projects, including&nbsp;Penny Lane, the mixed-use commercial residential development for Giancorp in Moonee Ponds, as well as Allison Parkside, 28 boutique two and three-bedroom apartments in Essendon.

They&#39;ve also worked on a $4.6 million fit out of&nbsp;North Melbourne FC&#39;s offices and changing rooms, as well as box suites&nbsp;at Marvel Stadium.

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They&#39;ll be constructing the dual towers at Cultivate, which is over 50 per cent sold to a good mix of first home buyers, investors and owner occupiers.

Kincaid&rsquo;s development manager Joel Martin said it was a strategic move to engage Harris&nbsp;HMC&nbsp;as the builder&nbsp;for the project. They bring an array of skills to the table given their exposure to commercial, residential and fit out works.

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&quot;HMC has been doing great work in the construction space for nearly 40 years, delivering very well known projects across the state&quot;, Martin said.

&quot;The team has an expert knowledge of how to create contemporary apartment buildings, and we can&#39;t wait to see Cultivate start rising from the ground.&quot;

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There will be some movement on site at the end of the year, with construction ramping up fully early next year for its late 2023&nbsp;completion date.

Construction commencement tends to trigger price increase among off th​e plan developments, due to the nature of the progression of the construction and further costs associated.

Currently the apartments, which have interiors designed by DKO&nbsp;start from $369,000.

The two-bedroom apartments at the moment are priced from $479,000, over $130,000 less than Heidelberg&nbsp;West&#39;s&nbsp;median two-bedroom apartment price of $610,000.

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Cultivate is set to change the face of West Heidelberg, which is sandwiched between the established suburbs of&nbsp;Ivanhoe, Heidelberg and Preston.

The street-level will be revitalized, with retail space at the foot of the buildings, which each have separate and secure entry.

The City of Banyule Council has an extensive redevelopment plan for Bell Street Mall across the road, which will see the mall, dating back to 1956, completely regenerated.

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Kincaid development director Joel Martin said it was a no brainer to bring on HMC for the project

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