Crown update plans for debut Brisbane development

As quality living spaces become more sought after, Crown have taken to rejigging their debut Brisbane apartment project, lodging an updated set of plans to the local council. 

The initial plans were scrapped off the back of community feedback, with Crown then engaging renowned Japanese architect, Kengo Kuma to design the new project, in addition to local architects, Plus.

Render of the proposed river-fronting West End development by Crown. 

Crown and Kuma have previously collaborated, at Crown’s Sydney Waterloo development, Mastery by Crown.

The re-lodged plans for the 1.25 hectare site at 117 Victoria St incorporate designs for 473 apartments, with the group increasing apartment numbers from 455. 

The plans say the design of the West End project began by asking what is the spatial quality to be sought after in this new paradigm of living. 

“In answering this question, the goal of the project has been set to create a strong connection to the immediate outdoors, to the neighbourhood, and to the surrounding natural landscape," the design submission read.

The $500 million riverfront project will deliver four 12-storey residential towers, with a mix of 126 one-bedroom apartments, 225 two-bedroom apartments, 111 three-bedroom, and 11 four-bedroom apartments. 

Render of the proposed amenity offering in the West End development

"Located on a riverfront in the West End district, the project is privileged with the beautiful natural environment of the site, with the ambition of the design not only to connect the residents to the riverfront, but also to bring together the landscape, the residents, and the greater West End community," the statement read.

"The central park, defined by the orientation of the four towers, connects residents to the river physically and sensually, with the area scattered with places to sit and relax."

The communal ground floor space separates each of the towers, with the area also set to include a lagoon-style pool, outdoor lounge areas and nature play zones. 

Crowning building’s one and four will also be additional communal recreation space, with rooftop pools, entertainment decks, indoor gyms and lounge and dining areas.