Willoughby Grounds introduces a new vision for residential excellence in Sydney's Lower North Shore. This development offers a diverse range of designer residences, including 1, 2, 3, and 4 bedroom configurations. Surrounded by lush green spaces, Willoughby Grounds promises a modern sanctuary that seamlessly blends with the local environment, providing a peaceful retreat from the bustling city life.

<h3>A symphony of design and nature</h3>

The masterplan of Willoughby Grounds, crafted by the renowned Architecture Urbaneia, reflects a deep respect for Willoughby's natural neighbourhood. The development is composed of five distinct buildings, each with its unique design style that harmonises with the surrounding greenery and sunlight. The architecture employs a mix of face brickwork, metal cladding, and concrete, creating a rustic yet contemporary aesthetic that enhances the connection to the local landscape.

<h3>Where heritage meets contemporary luxury</h3>

Inside Willoughby Grounds, the interiors draw inspiration from Willoughby's rich industrial heritage, including logging, tanning, brickworking, blacksmithing, and pottery. This historical nod is balanced with modern luxuries such as stonework, European Oak floors, and textured carpeting. Kitchens are equipped with Miele appliances, brushed nickel tapware, and island benches, designed for both functionality and social interaction. Bathrooms feature large format porcelain tiles, timber look vanities, and carefully considered lighting, creating a tranquil space for relaxation.

<h3>Oases of green: The landscaped community canvas</h3>

The landscaping at Willoughby Grounds, envisioned by John Lock &amp; Associates, is designed to foster community interaction and connectivity to the natural world. The development boasts generous green spaces, corridors of native vegetation, and shared areas for residents to enjoy, reflecting a commitment to creating a living environment that is alive with possibilities.

<h3>The best of Willoughby at your doorstep</h3>

Residents of Willoughby Grounds benefit from the development's prime location, offering easy access to a variety of local amenities. The area is home to beloved cafés, pubs, vibrant retail shops, and fresh produce markets. Educational institutions, public transport options, and recreational facilities are all within easy reach, ensuring a lifestyle of convenience and quality.

<h3>The team behind Willoughby Grounds</h3>

The development is a collaborative effort by a team of industry leaders. First Quadrant Properties, known for their commitment to creating meaningful places, is the developer behind this project. The architecture is led by Architecture Urbaneia, with interiors by DKO, bringing a focus on craftsmanship and quality. Landscape architecture is provided by John Lock &amp; Associates, and construction is managed by DASCO, a builder with a reputation for excellence and&nbsp;recently awarded 4.5 Star iCIRT rated by the NSW Building Commissioner.

 
Willoughby Grounds is more than just a place to live; it's a community designed with care and attention to detail, offering a unique blend of history, modernity, and nature. Enquire today via Urban and discover the serene and connected lifestyle that awaits at Willoughby Grounds.

Willoughby Grounds introduces a new vision for residential excellence in Sydney's Lower North Shore. This development offers a diverse range of designer residences, including 1, 2, 3, and 4 bedroom configurations. Surrounded by lush green spaces, Willoughby Grounds promises a modern sanctuary that seamlessly blends with the local environment, providing a peaceful retreat from the bustling city life.

<h3>A symphony of design and nature</h3>

The masterplan of Willoughby Grounds, crafted by the renowned Architecture Urbaneia, reflects a deep respect for Willoughby's natural neighbourhood. The development is composed of five distinct buildings, each with its unique design style that harmonises with the surrounding greenery and sunlight. The architecture employs a mix of face brickwork, metal cladding, and concrete, creating a rustic yet contemporary aesthetic that enhances the connection to the local landscape.

<h3>Where heritage meets contemporary luxury</h3>

Inside Willoughby Grounds, the interiors draw inspiration from Willoughby's rich industrial heritage, including logging, tanning, brickworking, blacksmithing, and pottery. This historical nod is balanced with modern luxuries such as stonework, European Oak floors, and textured carpeting. Kitchens are equipped with Miele appliances, brushed nickel tapware, and island benches, designed for both functionality and social interaction. Bathrooms feature large format porcelain tiles, timber look vanities, and carefully considered lighting, creating a tranquil space for relaxation.

<h3>Oases of green: The landscaped community canvas</h3>

The landscaping at Willoughby Grounds, envisioned by John Lock &amp; Associates, is designed to foster community interaction and connectivity to the natural world. The development boasts generous green spaces, corridors of native vegetation, and shared areas for residents to enjoy, reflecting a commitment to creating a living environment that is alive with possibilities.

<h3>The best of Willoughby at your doorstep</h3>

Residents of Willoughby Grounds benefit from the development's prime location, offering easy access to a variety of local amenities. The area is home to beloved cafés, pubs, vibrant retail shops, and fresh produce markets. Educational institutions, public transport options, and recreational facilities are all within easy reach, ensuring a lifestyle of convenience and quality.

<h3>The team behind Willoughby Grounds</h3>

The development is a collaborative effort by a team of industry leaders. First Quadrant Properties, known for their commitment to creating meaningful places, is the developer behind this project. The architecture is led by Architecture Urbaneia, with interiors by DKO, bringing a focus on craftsmanship and quality. Landscape architecture is provided by John Lock &amp; Associates, and construction is managed by DASCO, a builder with a reputation for excellence and recently awarded 4.5 Star iCIRT rated by the NSW Building Commissioner.

 
Willoughby Grounds is more than just a place to live; it's a community designed with care and attention to detail, offering a unique blend of history, modernity, and nature. Enquire today via Urban and discover the serene and connected lifestyle that awaits at Willoughby Grounds.

A modern sanctuary in a lush Lower North Shore setting

1, 2, 3, and 4-bedroom luxurious residences with spacious, open-plan layouts

Premium grade Miele or Gaggenau appliances

Expansive district views and garden apartments

Communal rooftop garden

Well-connected neighbourhood within minutes of local amenities and the Sydney CBD

A modern sanctuary within the lush Lower North Shore

Willoughby Grounds is spread across five boutique buildings and surrounded by superbly designed gardens of native vegetation creating a peaceful setting.

The communal rooftop garden is also an architectural delight of sculpted stone furniture and blooming foliage in oversized planters. Expansive district vistas add a breathtaking touch to an already outstanding residential development.

A well-connected neighbourhood within minutes of local amenities and parklands, Willoughby Grounds invites you to enjoy all the modern conveniences – from easy transport options and quick CBD access to a variety of exclusive retail, gourmet food, and dining opportunities.

Willoughby Grounds is currently under construction by DASCO, recently awarded 4.5 Star iCIRT rated by the NSW Building Commissioner.

The Willoughby Grounds Display Suite is available for private inspection at 60 Frenchs Road, Willoughby.

Willoughby Grounds - 1a-27 Walter Street, Willoughby

12 Hassall Street, Parramatta, NSW 2150

The first stage of Willoughby Grounds, the new Willoughby apartment development by&nbsp;First Quadrant Properties&nbsp;and&nbsp;Qualitas, is fast approaching sellout.

All of the one and two-bedroom apartments have been snapped up in the first building, Fleming, which was designed to pay homage to the tanneries from the 1800s.

All five of the buildings in&nbsp;<a href="https://www.urban.com.au/new-apartments/willoughby-grounds-1a-27-walter-street-willoughby">Willoughby Grounds</a>&nbsp;have been designed to reflect Willoughby's industrial past. Future stages will have buildings that recognise&nbsp;pottery, blacksmiths, logging and brickworks.&nbsp;

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There's only one three-bedroom apartment left, and a handful of four-bedroom apartments which have proven incredibly popular, so much so the developer amalgamated a number of smaller apartments to create more four-bedroom units.

Read more:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.urban.com.au/news/nsw/buyers-look-for-size-on-sydneys-lower-north-shore-as-large-apartments-snapped-up-at-willoughby-grounds">Buyers look for size on Sydney's Lower North Shore as large apartments snapped up at Willoughby Grounds</a>

<a href="https://www.urban.com.au/project-marketer/link-project-marketing-0">LINK</a> Project Marketing Director, Ben Hamblett, said four-bedroom apartments don't exist in Willoughby, which is drawing buyers who can't hit the threshold of a house purchase.

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Willoughby Grounds will have just 164 apartments&nbsp;spread across the five buildings, with just 30 to 35 units in each. Fleming was the smallest stage, with sub-30 units following the amalgamations.

Construction of Willoughby Grounds is being undertaken by the iCIRT-rated builder <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/builders/dasco-australia">DASCO</a>, with the first apartments scheduled for completion later this year and the following stages expected to be ready by mid-2025.

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Willoughby Grounds will have just 164 apartments spread across the five buildings, with just 30 to 35 units in each


Joel Robinson

Willoughby Grounds approaches stage one sellout

Australian owned and operated property developers, TOGA, and joint-investment partner Qualitas, one of Australia&rsquo;s largest alternative real estate investment managers, have received development approval for their mixed-use residential project.

The project, located in Randwick Council&rsquo;s Kensington to Kingsford (K2K) rejuvenation corridor along Anzac Parade, has been dubbed the Kensington due to its location within the suburb at 137 Anzac Parade.

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Comprising 142 one, two and three-bedroom apartments, The Kensington will also be home to a selection of unique small office/home offfive (SOHO) terrace properties along the ground floor, which will benefit from private entrances.

Crowning The Kensington will be a communal rooftop garden, overlooking Randwick Racecourse and the surrounding parklands, along with a shared resident&rsquo;s lounge. The development is also set to include retail space, providing opportunity for a range of services, and food and beverage options for the growing number of local residents and the neighbouring communities.

As one of the first developments to be approved within the K2K revitalisation corridor, TOGA worked closely with the Council to contribute to the vibrant, boulevard-style vision for Anzac Parade.

Designed by award-winning Turner Studio architects, with interiors by Richards Stanisich, The Kensington brings together luxury, comfort, and quality in generously sized open plan apartments with seamless indoor and outdoor living, with many featuring separate study areas.

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The building&rsquo;s fa&ccedil;ade integrates traditional brickwork, referencing the heritage of the surrounding local area, while the rooftop and ground plane landscaping brings to life a stylish and contemporary urban community.

Turner Studio&rsquo;s Principal, Nick Turner said the unique architectural of the project blends the charm and heritage of Kensington with contemporary architectural design, through the use of face brickwork and detailing that is warm in colour, textural in appearance, and bold in composition.

&ldquo;The Kensington is really three boutique buildings with one main address which is how the architecture of the building is expressed. Internally, three sets of lifts mean less waiting times, shorter corridors, and less apartments off each lobby for a more exclusive experience.&rdquo;

TOGA&rsquo;s CEO of Development and Construction, Fabrizio Perilli said the project had been designed to appeal to a wider audience, seeking to attract a broader and more mixed market.

&ldquo;The Kensington has focused on a larger product type than typical that&rsquo;s really appealing to the market. We&#39;ve developed apartments that evolve with your lifestyle with generously proportioned spaces, most offering dedicated study areas for flexible working and study arrangements as we navigate a post-covid world,&rdquo; Perilli said.

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Creating the unique offering within The Kensington is the collection of SOHOs, opening up the project to small business and entrepreneurs alike.

Investors and businesses are also snapping up the retail spaces fronting Anzac Parade as they recognize the opportunity to be at the forefront of this key transformation corridor with increased residential and employment opportunities.

Future residents will benefit from the significant investment planned for the renewal of the Kensington town centre around Todman Avenue, with improvements to the area including new plazas, an Innovation Centre, public art, increased greenery and landscaping, pedestrian-focused urban planning and cycleways.

Situated less than 200 metres from the Kensington light rail stop and just 10 minutes from the CBD and Coogee Beach, the location offers residents a uniquely Sydney coastal-city lifestyle, and one of the few remaining chances to buy something new in the sought-after eastern suburbs.

&ldquo;While there are well advertised headwinds in the development and building sectors, a tightening rental market with historic low vacancy rates continue to provide solid fundamentals for projects,&rdquo; said Perilli.

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&ldquo;TOGA&rsquo;s role as both developer and builder allows it to better manage the risks in the market, whilst delivering excellent product. Smart buyers are out there looking for reliable long-standing developers with quality product, and we are seeing evidence of this through the strong interest in our Kensington Project,&rdquo; he added.

&ldquo;The rejuvenation and transformation of the Anzac Parade corridor will create a new vibrant eastern suburbs precinct, along with The Kensington development being the only major residential apartment building in the Todman Square precinct expected to be completed by the end of calendar year 2024,&rdquo; Perilli concluded.

Construction is expected to commence late 2022 with completion due end of 2024.

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Comprising 142 one, two and three-bedroom apartments, The Kensington will also be home to a selection of unique small office/home offfive (SOHO) terrace properties along the ground floor, which will benefit from private entrances.



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TOGA and Qualitas receive planning approval for mixed-use residential development, The Kensington

The ambitious once-in-a-generation plan to transform Chapel Street’s Jam Factory into a world-class retail, residential, hotel and commercial precinct will soon become reality as the City of Stonnington this week approved the project by proponents Newmark Capital, GURNER™ and Qualitas.

The five-tower redevelopment will deliver 18,500 sqm of new retail space, 20,000 sqm of commercial office and 400 residences across 42,020 sqm of residential space, alongside a 5-star 200-room hotel, a cinema upgrade, and a new public realm. GURNER™ CEO Tim Gurner noted the planning approval achieved for the visionary redevelopment as a remarkable effort by all involved, including consultants and the council.

“We’ve been working closely with the project team, as well as council, to deliver something truly world-class – the redevelopment will put Chapel Street back on the map, not only as a retail hub, but as a luxury travel and lifestyle destination as well,” he said.

Touted as the cornerstone of Chapel Street’s future renaissance, the redevelopment will inject more than $800 million into the Victorian economy annually, in addition to over $500 million in construction alone; workers and residents are expected to spend more than $28 million at the precinct annually, while hotel guests will bring in over $12 million every year.

"The overwhelming support for the project speaks to the blue-chip nature of the location, the world class vision of the project team and the combined power of the joint venture. Our fund investment strategy places an unrelenting focus on quality of our partners and quality of real estate, which gives us confidence this vision will soon become a reality,” added Mark Fischer, global head of real estate and co-founder of Qualitas.

Newmark Capital will deliver and retain ownership of the commercial and retail component, while GURNER™ and Qualitas will deliver the luxury residential and hotel component.

<a href="http://www.urban.com.au/new-apartments/500-chapel-street-south-yarra"><img alt="" data-entity-type="" data-entity-uuid="" height="1923" src="https://s3-ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/www.urban.com.au/s3fs-public/pictures/article-images/gurner_jam_factory_residential_tower24.jpg" width="2181" /></a>Rendering of the proposed residential tower at the Jam Factory site. Image supplied.&nbsp;

“This will take everything we have learnt from projects like Hawksburn Place Residences and Saint Moritz and elevate it to a whole new level – this is something that will truly put South Yarra at the upper echelon of world luxury property,” Tim Gurner said.

Designed by Bates Smart, the new masterplan is set to re-ignite the river end of Chapel Street and become a world-class mixed-use precinct.

“Architecturally, the site will exhibit strong sculptural forms, carefully managed massing to optimise light and sun access along with natural materiality responding to the context – the buildings will balance the need for solidity with a delicacy and lightness rarely seen in contemporary residential developments," said&nbsp;Bates Smart managing director, Simon Swaney.

The Lovers Walk laneway will become the main pedestrian link for the new Jam Factory, beckoning both cyclists and pedestrians to enter through to the retail and food and beverage tenancies, before they reach the central plaza and town square that define the project characterised by the heritage chimney, open plaza, and amphitheatre.

Newmark Capital Managing Director Chris Langford said the redevelopment celebrates the Jam Factory’s heritage, unlocking the potential of an iconic site.

“Our vision revitalises the Jam Factory, celebrating its rich character and history. The heritage facade on Chapel Street will be refurbished, bringing back the detail and original character. The laneways will draw people through the precinct, seamlessly integrating with Chapel Street and surrounding areas. It will be a thriving, integrated, shopping, working, living and entertainment precinct, the perfect place to live, work, play and stay. It will be a world-leading shared precinct, an asset for the whole community," he said.&nbsp;

“The new Jam Factory will be a signature, vibrant destination for Melbourne. Permeability will be further boosted by reinstating Turnbull Street, improving accessibility from Chapel Street and through the north-south Bray Lane, which is accessible via Garden Street. The layout of residences will maximise amenity access, both within and outside of the apartment, with generous balconies, natural light, and access to the world-class network of retailers, restaurants, bars, and more.

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Aerial shot of the proposed redevelopment of 500 Chapel Street. Image supplied.&nbsp;

Rooftops across the towers will also be utilised, with gardens, private open spaces, panoramic views, and indoor/outdoor areas – residents will have access to 2,700 sqm of indoor common amenity and over 5,000 sqm of outdoor common space on rooftops alone.

The hotel, which occupies the podium floors of the central residential towers, will welcome each guest into a naturally lit lobby with views of the nearby rooftop gardens and beyond, before they arrive in their room. Sitting above a revitalised heritage façade will be an ethereal, curvilinear office building, hosting large floorplates and touchless technology, providing true workplaces of the future. “ The offices will offer every amenity within an ideally located and connected community,” Langford said.

“With stunning views and large floorplates, they represent workplaces of the future. They will boast spectacular views back to the city and the bay, and will hold a special place in the Melbourne skyline,” said Langford.

The development team has spent 12 months working closely with council, reimagining the scheme from its originally permitted use; it will now become a world-class destination with residential towers, a hotel and more community spaces. Lead architects Bates Smart will be joined by Townshend Landscape Architects and Leonard Design Architects, to create a bold and innovative mixed-use precinct. “ All remnant heritage fabric will be retained and restored - streets and lanes will connect the site to the surrounding street network and context.

An active ground plane centred around a large northfacing village square will provide retail experiences, a new easily accessible supermarket and other essentials. When complete, the redevelopment is expected to support 2,282 jobs on a full-time equivalent (FTE) basis, with an estimated 1,286 indirect jobs created as a knock-on effect. Works on the redevelopment are expected to commence when all relevant approvals are secured.

"The team we have assembled for this ambitious project is in a league of its own, and we’re looking forward to commencing works on the site as soon as possible,” Gurner added.

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Gurner gets sign off for Jam Factory precinct on Chapel Street

The luxury Melbourne apartment developer, GURNERTM, is again set to branch out nationally, with $450 million plans to developer a 61-level mixed-use building in the heart of Parramatta's CBD.

In a joint venture with investment manager Qualitas, the tower at 12 Hassal Street will home 385 apartments and 4,000 sqm of retail and commercial space on its 2,049 sqm site.

The building will be crowned by a rooftop facility.

The site was previously earmarked for over 300 apartments by the Sydney developer Top Place.

The acquisition marks the first of many planned in Sydney in the coming years as GURNERTM have earmarked the city as a key focus for continued growth, off the back of recent regulatory changes and an evolving macro-economic climate.

<a href="https://www.urban.com.au/new-apartments/12-hassall-street-parramatta-nsw-2150">To keep up to date with the development and its launch, enquire here</a>

Last year Gurner ventured out of Melbourne for the first time, breaking in to the QLD market with apartments plans lodged for Port Douglas and Surfers Paradise.

GURNERTM has recently established an office in Sydney to lead the aggressive acquisition phase with several additional sites currently under consideration.

The development team will look to submit planning documentation in early 2022, with construction likely to commence in late 2022.

“We are excited to announce this strategic acquisition as the first of many more to come as we look to significantly grow our portfolio in Sydney and wider New South Wales, across both our Build-to-Sell and Build-to-Rent platforms," Gurner said.

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“For a long time the development fundamentals in Sydney didn’t stack up against Melbourne and Brisbane but looking ahead, Sydney will be a key strategic focus for us in the coming years as the environment is now much more conducive to development sites that fit our model.

“We set out about 12 months ago to align ourselves with the Sydney market and within a short period of time we’ve established an office, acquired our first major site and have a number of other opportunities in our sights.

<a href="https://www.urban.com.au/new-apartments/12-hassall-street-parramatta-nsw-2150">To keep up to date with the development and its launch, enquire here</a>

“In terms of the project, at 61 levels we want to create a new icon for Parramatta, bringing a new level of luxury, service and design to the precinct along with a vibrant hospitality and wellness precinct at the ground floor.

“In our signature style we are also exploring unique amenity opportunities including a rooftop bar and exclusive building services.

“Parramatta really is an incredible story of transformation into Sydney’s second city, and we are excited to be playing a role in its continued evolution."

Qualitas opened their office a decade ago.

Qualitas global head of real estate and co-founder Mark Fischer said the team has&nbsp;continually invested in that market across our funds platform.

<a href="https://www.urban.com.au/new-apartments/12-hassall-street-parramatta-nsw-2150">To keep up to date with the development and its launch, enquire here</a>

"Qualitas continues to seek investment opportunities across Sydney, and we see Paramatta as providing the perfect location for this type of mixed-use development," Fischer said.

“As the precinct continues its transformation into Sydney’s second city, our partnership with GURNERTM allows us to deliver market-leading product quality across residential, retail, and commercial – including premium amenity and a rooftop facility.

“We are excited for what we can deliver in conjunction with GURNERTM, with Paramatta being a continuation of that relationship.

“Parramatta has shown resilience through the changing environment post pandemic and with movement of people across states and cities in Australia, this development is perfectly positioned to capture population growth in this area."

Last year Gurner ventured out of Melbourne for the first time, breaking in to the QLD market with apartments plans lodged for Port Douglas and Surfers Paradise

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