<ul>
	<li>Partial demolition of existing buildings</li>
	<li>Construction of a mixed-use development with 6 buildings, each up to 6 storeys high</li>
	<li>89 residential apartments:
	<ul>
		<li>22 studio apartments</li>
		<li>40 two-bedroom apartments</li>
		<li>27 three-bedroom apartments</li>
	</ul>
	</li>
	<li>Total residential area: 6000 sq m</li>
	<li>Light industrial uses covering an area of 6000 sq m</li>
	<li>At least 1200 sq m of creative space</li>
	<li>5% of residential area allocated for affordable housing</li>
	<li>Development of a publicly accessible square named Bakers Square behind the old bakery building</li>
	<li>Pedestrian links connecting the site to three adjacent streets</li>
	<li>1045 sq m of communal open space</li>
	<li>Two levels of basement car parking for 151 vehicles</li>
	<li>End-of-trip facilities for commuters</li>
	<li>Landscaping throughout the site</li>
</ul>

<ul><li>Partial demolition of existing buildings</li>
	<li>Construction of a mixed-use development with 6 buildings, each up to 6 storeys high</li>
	<li>89 residential apartments:
	<ul><li>22 studio apartments</li>
		<li>40 two-bedroom apartments</li>
		<li>27 three-bedroom apartments</li>
	</ul></li>
	<li>Total residential area: 6000 sq m</li>
	<li>Light industrial uses covering an area of 6000 sq m</li>
	<li>At least 1200 sq m of creative space</li>
	<li>5% of residential area allocated for affordable housing</li>
	<li>Development of a publicly accessible square named Bakers Square behind the old bakery building</li>
	<li>Pedestrian links connecting the site to three adjacent streets</li>
	<li>1045 sq m of communal open space</li>
	<li>Two levels of basement car parking for 151 vehicles</li>
	<li>End-of-trip facilities for commuters</li>
	<li>Landscaping throughout the site</li>
</ul>

469-483 Balmain Road, Lilyfield

The <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/developers/roche-group">Roche Group</a> has secured approval for its mixed-use development in <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/developments/lilyfield-nsw">Lilyfield</a>, marking a significant milestone for the prime site at 469-483 Balmain Road, opposite Callan Park.

The approved plans allow for the construction of 89 apartments, 6,000 sqm of flexible employment space, and 1,200 sqm dedicated to creative purposes on the 6,824 sqm site. Five per cent of the residential units will be allocated for affordable housing.

The development will include six residential buildings, comprising 22 studio apartments, 40 two-bedroom apartments, and 27 three-bedroom units.&nbsp;

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The proposal also features the creation of a publicly accessible area, Bakers Square, situated behind the existing historic bakery building on the site.

The project aims to enhance the industrial employment offerings in the area, support the local artistic community, and introduce new urban living opportunities.

Designed by the architecture firm <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/architects/chrofi">CHROF</a>I, the development will blend residential and industrial spaces, fostering a community where people can live and work.

The design includes a 'Super Shed' and a 'Small Shed,' each carefully articulated to ensure good access to outlook, daylight, and ventilation.

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These structures, along with the retained character buildings from the early 1900s, are intended to create a cohesive and vibrant precinct that connects new and old architecture.

The heritage impact statement prepared by NBRS notes that while the character buildings have undergone significant modifications over the years, they remain an important aspect of the site’s history.&nbsp;

The two-storey brick structures, originally constructed for the Pilchers Bakery Company, will be preserved as part of the development, maintaining a link to the area's industrial past.

With the approval now in place, the Roche Group's vision of a dynamic mixed-use precinct in Lilyfield is set to contribute to the ongoing revitalisation of the area.

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Designed by the architecture firm CHROFI, the development will blend residential and industrial spaces, fostering a community where people can live and work

Joel Robinson

Roche Group approved for Lilyfield mixed-use development

There were only a few development moves across the <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/new-apartments/gold-coast-qld">Gold Coast</a> in July, as the apartment project pipeline in the tourist hotspot continues to slow.

There were a couple of exciting approvals, one in <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/developments/broadbeach-qld">Broadbeach</a> and one in <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/developments/coolangatta-qld">Coolangatta</a>, while there's been movement one an exciting future project in the southern <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/new-apartments/gold-coast-qld">Gold Coast</a> surf hotspot.

We've put together a list of development movements in the <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/new-apartments/gold-coast-qld">Gold Coast off the plan apartment market</a> in July.

<h2>Luxury Broadbeach apartments secure sign off</h2>

The Brisbane-based Di Carlo Property Group has secured sign off for its <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/developments/broadbeach-qld">Broadbeach apartment tower</a>, Lusso.

It's a move back into the Gold Coast apartment market for the family-run company, who in recent years have been developing boutique projects in Brisbane's inner ring.

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<a href="https://www.urban.com.au/new-apartments/lusso-sky-homes-broadbeach-11-anne-avenue-broadbeach">Lusso</a>, Italian for luxury, will comprise just 15 full-floor apartments at 11 Anne Avenue.

Read more:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.urban.com.au/news/qld/di-carlo-secure-sign-off-for-luxury-broadbeach-apartment-development-lusso">Di Carlo secure sign off for luxury Broadbeach apartment development, Lusso</a>

<h2>Immerse Projects&nbsp;second Coolangatta apartment tower green lit</h2>

Immerse Projects is set to launch their second <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/developments/coolangatta-qld">Coolangatta apartment project</a> to the market later this year, having received approval from the <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/new-apartments/gold-coast-qld">Gold Coast City Council</a> for their latest development.

Veteran builder John Kearney, who heads up renowned developer Greyburn, is behind the <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/new-apartments/39-41-mclean-street-coolangatta">17-level apartment project at 39 McLean Street</a>, adjacent to his <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/new-apartments/rhythm-kirra-hill-30-garrick-street-coolangatta-qld-4225">Rhythm Kirra Hil</a>l development which is currently on the market.

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“We are very pleased with today’s approval of the McLean Street project which is the result of a lot of collaborative work with Council over past 18 months,” Kearney said.

Read more:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.urban.com.au/news/qld/immerse-projects-secure-approval-for-second-coolangatta-apartment-tower">Immerse Projects secure approval for second Coolangatta apartment tower</a>

<h2>Revised plans lodged for Palais Coolangatta</h2>

Developer BeckDev has made significant design concessions to its proposed Palais <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/developments/coolangatta-qld">Coolangatta development</a>, the most obvious being a large reduction in height and scale.

The group, led by founders Ben and Max Beck, lodged the revised plans with the council this week.

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Responding to the latest councils request to reduce the building even further in height, BeckDev further concedes lowering the height of the project to 17 storeys from the 22 storeys originally proposed and the subsequent revised 20-storey design that sat comfortably within the skyline and in close proximity of an existing 24-storey building.

Read more:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.urban.com.au/news/qld/beckdev-lodge-revised-plans-for-palais-coolangatta-apartment-development">Beckdev lodge revised plans for Palais Coolangatta apartment development</a>

<h2>Abedian family amalgamate apartments at Mermaid Beach tower</h2>

The Abedian development family is looking to amalgamate a number of apartments at their approved <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/new-apartments/mermaid-beach-qld">Mermaid Beach apartment tower</a>, Peerless.

They've submitted a minor change application to the Peerless Avenue development to drop the number of apartments from 109 to 98.

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The documents said it was due to "changes in the economics, market and viability of the project," as well as wanting to "diversify the product being brought to market."

Read more:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.urban.com.au/news/qld/abedian-family-creating-amalgamated-apartments-at-mermaid-beach-tower-peerless">Abedian family creating amalgamated apartments at Mermaid Beach tower, Peerless</a>

<h2>Roche Group file plans for next stage of Calypso Bay masterplan</h2>

Sydney-based developer Roche Group has filed plans for the next stage of its Jacobs Well, Gold Coast masterplan.

They'll be bringing much needed supply to the Gold Coast, submitting a development application for 76 three and four-bedroom duplexes on a 2.46-hectare site within their $2 billion Calypso Bay masterplan halfway between the Gold Coast and Brisbane.&nbsp;

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They've had local architecture firm BDA design the duplexes, with three different floorplans and 12 different external designs on offer.&nbsp;

Read more:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.urban.com.au/news/qld/first-look-roche-group-file-plans-for-next-stage-of-calypso-bay-gold-coast-masterplan">First look: Roche Group file plans for next stage of Calypso Bay, Gold Coast masterplan</a>

<h2>New apartment tower planned for&nbsp;Cannes Avenue</h2>

A Sydney investor has filed plans for a short-term holiday rental tower on the corner of Cannes Avenue and the Gold Coast Highway in Surfers Paradise.

The tower, designed by Archidiom, will comprise 29 one and two-bedroom apartments, and two villas, on an irregular shaped 955 sqm site across 4 Cannes Avenue and 2830 Gold Coast Highway. The site wraps around the back of the Surfers Paradise Motor Inn.

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Cannes Avenue, south of Neddy Harper Park, isn't well known for multi-res developments. The most popular was Marquee Development Partners' One Cannes, which is approaching completion. That followed Marquee's first project on the exclusive street, Cannes Waterfront.

Read more:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.urban.com.au/news/qld/first-look-new-surfers-paradise-apartment-tower-planned-for-cannes-avenue">First look: New Surfers Paradise apartment tower planned for Cannes Avenue</a>

There were a couple of exciting approvals, one in Broadbeach and one in Coolangatta, while there's been further movement in the southern Gold Coast surf hotspot.

alisonwarters@gmail.com

Gold Coast's July development application wrap: What's coming to the Gold Coast off the plan apartment development market

July was a busy month for development applications across Sydney.

Well-known developers secured sign off to go ahead with a number of projects, while some were submitting applications and bolstering their development pipeline into 2024.

We've put together a list of development movements in the off the plan apartment space in July.

<h2>Central Element get sign off for Bianca Drummoyne</h2>

Central Element and joint venture partner Develotek are set to launch their luxury Drummoyne waterfront project Bianca Drummoyne, after receiving the green light form the Inner West Council.

Bianca Drummoyne will comprise just 12 three and four-bedroom apartments at 2C–2D Wolseley Street, an elevated position on the northern edge of Drummoyne's peninsula overlooking the water.

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Apartments start from 120 sqm and get as large of 290 sqm. They have direct lift access from the carpark, where there's double garaging and storage rooms for each apartment. They will each feature an expansive outdoor entertaining area and an individual wine cellars.

Read more:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.urban.com.au/news/nsw/central-element-and-develotek-set-to-launch-bianca-drummoyne-apartments-following-council-sign-off">Central Element and Develotek set to launch Bianca Drummoyne apartments following council sign off</a>

<h2>Time &amp; Place seek Manly apartment development</h2>

Melbourne-based developer Time &amp; Place are continuing their push into Sydney, lodging plans for a boutique apartment development in Manly's General Conservation area, adjacent to Manly Oval.&nbsp;

Time &amp; Place, who are working through plans for the redevelopment of the well-known Chimes building in Potts Point, are seeking to develop a four-level building with 25 apartments,&nbsp;above a ground floor commercial level and two underground basement carpark levels.

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Time &amp; Place had the award-winning SJB design the Manly project, which will comprise 15 two-bedroom and 10 three-bedroom apartments.&nbsp;

Read more:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.urban.com.au/news/nsw/time-place-expand-sydney-footprint-plot-manly-apartment-development">Time &amp; Place expand Sydney footprint, plot Manly apartment development</a>

<h2>Podia reveals North Sydney apartment project</h2>

Prominent Sydney developer Podia has submitted plans for its next apartment project.

In a joint venture with CASA, Podia is seeking to developer 71 dwellings, a mix of apartments and townhouses, at 45 McLaren Street, North Sydney.

<img alt="Podia &amp; CASA's Walker St. North Sydney mixed-use tower" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="3b3af1a1-5c23-4755-9065-43990232e698" src="https://s3.ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/www.urban.com.au/s3fs-public/inline-images/Screenshot%202023-08-04%20at%203.34.15%20pm.png?VersionId=n1R6f5NR3tLPTwi9ZPR.mzPZ_aPjlrPP" />

The $68.7 million project, opposite the recently topped out AURA by Aqualand, has been cleverly designed by Bates Smart and features a striking stepped form which has the building stagger up to it's 14th level, allowing for a number of large terraces on the upper floors.

Read more:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.urban.com.au/news/nsw/first-look-podia-and-casa-lodge-bates-smart-plans-for-walker-st-north-sydney-mixed-use-tower">First look: Podia and CASA lodge Bates Smart plans for Walker St, North Sydney mixed-use tower</a>

<h2>Made Property secure green light for Corsa Mortlake luxury waterfront apartments</h2>

The iCIRT-rated luxury builder developer Made Property has been given the green light to proceed with Corsa Mortlake, their absolute waterfront residential community on Sydney Harbour's Majors Bay.

Corsa Mortlake, on one of Mortlake Point's last remaining foreshore development sites and the last significant parcel of land at the end of Tennyson Road, will comprise just 20 three-bedroom residences and a private marina berth.

<img alt="Corsa's Mortlake apartments" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="3699e4d3-b937-49d0-a48d-72e669f75895" src="https://s3.ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/www.urban.com.au/s3fs-public/inline-images/Screenshot%202023-08-04%20at%203.36.11%20pm.png?VersionId=11IaPDmezZzCur2FmxI8eV6RupZD7DOp" />

Drawing inspiration from the Italian Riviera, Corsa Mortlake offers the ultimate in waterfront luxury, privacy and exclusivity with only one or two home-sized apartments sharing the lobby.

Read more:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.urban.com.au/news/nsw/corsa-mortlake-luxury-apartments-approved">Corsa Mortlake luxury apartments approved</a>

<h2>Bridgestone file plans for Chatswood apartment development</h2>

Sydney developer Bridgestone has filed plans for a new $90 million apartment development in&nbsp;Chatswood.

They're proposing 95 apartments across two towers, linked by a green spine and retail and commercial podium, on a 2,687 sqm site at 44-52 Anderson Street.

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The focus has been on a larger apartment configuration. There will be just six one-bed and 16 two-bed apartments across the 25-level buildings. Nearly three quarters of the building will be three-bedroom, duplex-style apartments, which occupy levels eight through to 21. From level 22 and up will be large sub penthouses and penthouses, the latter with private rooftop gardens.

Read more:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.urban.com.au/news/nsw/bridgestone-file-for-two-tower-chatswood-apartment-project">Bridgestone file for two-tower Chatswood apartment project</a>

<h2>New Hyde Park tower for Central Element gets sign off</h2>

Sydney developer Central Element has been given the green light by the&nbsp;City of Sydney&nbsp;for their Hyde Park development at 271 Elizabeth Street.&nbsp;

The mixed-use project, being developed in collaboration with equity partner MaxCap and the current landowner, will be designed by the renowned architects Murcutt&nbsp;Candalepas.

<img alt="Central Element's mixed-use Hyde Park tower" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="46809cd1-9b88-4b88-ba44-ccd10ecc0633" src="https://s3.ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/www.urban.com.au/s3fs-public/inline-images/Screenshot%202023-08-04%20at%203.39.43%20pm.png?VersionId=lZ.u9lM95O9zNVkEkpWwTa1Luw95.JdW" />

The transformation of the Hyde Park site will include the development of 42 apartments, many of which will offer panoramic views of the park and over the Royal Botanic Gardens to Sydney Harbour. The project will also feature hospitality spaces and a range of amenities.

Read more:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.urban.com.au/news/nsw/central-element-get-sign-off-for-mixed-use-hyde-park-tower-in-sydney-cbd">Central Element get sign off for mixed-use Hyde Park tower in Sydney CBD</a>

<h2>Full-floor apartments set for Potts Point</h2>

Luxury developer Terra Ferma and joint venture partner Knox Group have teamed up on an apartment project in Potts Point.

They're seeking to convert a 20-studio apartment building on Oak Lane, the Woolloomooloo-side of Potts Point, into a five-level building with just five apartments.

The team spent nearly a year amalgamating 20 owners across two rundown buildings.

<img alt="Terra Ferma &amp; Knox Group's Potts Point apartments" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="4457dfb7-9087-4c9a-8d2e-37bda4ed0fa1" src="https://s3.ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/www.urban.com.au/s3fs-public/inline-images/Screenshot%202023-08-04%20at%203.41.07%20pm.png?VersionId=iLrT1E.mrTHyz93XE9odiuCZkqBFyJtC" />

The boutique nature of the offering, something which Potts Point and the nearby Elizabeth Bay isn't known for, particularly in the new and off the plan apartment space, means apartments are expected to sell for record prices.

Read more:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.urban.com.au/news/nsw/terra-ferma-and-knox-group-team-up-for-potts-point-apartment-project">Terra Ferma and Knox Group team up for Potts Point apartment project</a>

<h2>Gurner to push on with Barana Group's Baranagaroo luxury apartment towers</h2>

Tim Gurner's GURNERTM has secured a trophy site in Sydney's Barangaroo area, with a view to develop two towers of apartments.

The $800 million project at 189 Kent Street is the first seed site to have capital deployed within the developer’s $2 billion Build-to-Sell development fund, which is backed by a global institutional investor.

<img alt="Gurner's luxury Barangaroo towers" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="cd1b82d1-e881-4861-ab8d-fb386b7ead62" src="https://s3.ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/www.urban.com.au/s3fs-public/inline-images/Screenshot%202023-08-04%20at%203.42.12%20pm.png?VersionId=QxIJRqmZjYlXCxHPZXkstu.7CxWbq9I0" />

The 1,195sqm site, which adjoins the Barangaroo precinct, currently houses a commercial office tower that was built in the 1960s, with current tenancies in place that GURNERTM will hold until completion of leases. The site has recently been granted planning approval for a residential development after a lengthy approval process by the site’s vendor Barana Group, who has held the asset since 2002.

Read more:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.urban.com.au/news/nsw/gurner-to-develop-luxury-barangaroo-apartment-towers">GURNER™ to develop luxury Barangaroo apartment towers</a>

<h2>Roche Group seek mixed-use Lilyfield development</h2>

The Roche Group is trying again for its prime Lilyfield site on the fringe of Rozelle opposite Callan Park.

The Double Bay-based developer has submitted plans for a mixed-use development on their large 6,824 sqm site at 469-483 Balmain Road. They're seeking to build 89 apartments, 6,000 sqm of flexible employment space, and 1,200 sqm reserved for creative purposes.

<img alt="Roche submit plans for Lilyfield mixed-use development " data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="596471ee-e9d5-4f90-b699-3ff41271e6ad" src="https://s3.ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/www.urban.com.au/s3fs-public/inline-images/Screenshot%202023-08-04%20at%203.45.41%20pm.png?VersionId=hu_1_Qz2YcjSlrIGE9WFCi2Qo7eOWUAK" />

Five percent of the apartments will be reserved for affordable housing.

Read more:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.urban.com.au/news/nsw/roche-group-submit-plans-for-impressive-lilyfield-mixed-use-development">Roche Group submit plans for impressive Lilyfield mixed-use development</a> 
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Well-known developers secured sign off to go ahead with a number of projects, while some were submitting applications and bolstering their development pipeline into 2024

Sydney's July development application wrap: What's coming to Sydney's off the plan apartment development market

Sydney-based developer Roche Group has filed plans for the next stage of its Jacobs Well, <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/developments/gold-coast-qld">Gold Coast</a> masterplan.

They'll be bringing much needed supply to the Gold Coast, submitting a development application for 76 three and four-bedroom duplexes on a 2.46-hectare site within their $2 billion Calypso Bay masterplan halfway between the <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/developments/gold-coast-qld">Gold Coast</a> and <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/developments/brisbane-qld">Brisbane</a>.&nbsp;

They've had local architecture firm BDA design the duplexes, with three different floorplans and 12 different external designs on offer.&nbsp;

Each duplex will have two levels and two car spaces. The four-bedroom duplexes will have a multi-purpose space, while the three-bedroom duplexes will feature a master suite with walk in wardrobe and bathroom, and a separate study area.

<img alt="Roche Calypso" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="92a8dcde-7ebd-4eb8-93a6-34721add0ce8" src="https://s3.ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/www.urban.com.au/s3fs-public/inline-images/Screenshot%202023-07-24%20at%2010.37.57%20am.png?VersionId=HE4pzqSsO1p6aSQ3qGTXQnYWCHAz9bab" />

In their design submission, BDA said the proposed townhomes will enhance and support the existing community by broadening the range of housing options for new and existing residents.

"The proposal has been designed to have a cohesive modern character, where the expression and form of the buildings work in concert, creating a light, clean, modern look, with the addition of traditional residential elements,"&nbsp;the submission read.

"A timeless elegant subtropical architectural style, supported by a lush native landscape will create a sense of place, help enhance the vibrant Calypso Bay community and create an ideal environment to call home."

The site is located on the corner of Harbour Boulevard and the unformed Helmore Road, at the entry to the Calypso Bay Estate.&nbsp;The triangular shape of the site, the screened location and dense vegetation to the south and west has driven the site planning.

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"Based on location and characteristics, it is considered the site is an ideal location for medium density development fulfilling the intent approved plan of development with well-designed and contextually appropriate housing," BDA added.

They described&nbsp;Calypso Bay as "a destination in waterfront residential living."

Nearly 25 per cent, some 5,440 sqm, is dedicated to communal landscaping. The duplexes will be developed around a central 20 metre pool with a tiered lounging space and adjoining barbecue and dining area.

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DBI, who handled the landscaping, said the landscape design&nbsp;aims to develop a modern and elegant landscape that enhances the unique character of the site and reinforces its sense of place within the Calypso Bay development.

"The design will incorporate hardscape elements such as walls, fences, and finishes that draw inspiration from the proposed architectural forms to create a cohesive environment."

The $2 billion masterplanned community will comprise around 1,400 homes and 840 apartments, when it's completed. It will home around 5,500 people.

Roche Group recently <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/news/nsw/roche-group-submit-plans-for-impressive-lilyfield-mixed-use-development">filed plans for a mixed-use development</a> in Sydney's Lilyfield.&nbsp;

They've had local architecture firm BDA design the duplexes, with three different floorplans and 12 different external designs on offer

First look: Roche Group file plans for next stage of Calypso Bay, Gold Coast masterplan

The Roche Group is trying again for its prime Lilyfield site on the fringe of Rozelle opposite Callan Park.

The Double Bay-based developer has submitted plans for a mixed-use development on their large 6,824 sqm site at&nbsp;469-483 Balmain Road. They're seeking to build 89 apartments, 6,000 sqm of flexible employment space, and 1,200 sqm reserved for creative purposes.

Five percent of the apartments will be reserved for affordable housing.

Part of the application is to develop&nbsp;a publicly accessible square named Bakers Square behind the old bakery building.

The Urban Design Report prepared by architecture firm Chrofi said the vision of the project is to radically improve the industrial employment offer, revitalise and develop the existing local artistic community within the site, and to establish new opportunities for urban living in Sydney.

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"The proposal will feature a dynamic and unique precinct that leverages the interaction of new and old buildings while combining a variety of employment and residential uses on a large and currently underutilised site in single ownership.

"At the core of this new community will be a vibrant mix of artists, start-ups, independent market traders, creative industries, and residents that enjoy an urban lifestyle."

They said the&nbsp;outcome will be an engaging blend of residential and industrial spaces that fosters a community where people can live, work and recreate in close proximity.

There are six residential buildings proposed, which will home&nbsp;22 studio apartments,&nbsp;40 two-bedroom apartments, and 27 three-bedroom units.

<img alt="Roche" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="b687acf1-b770-4c8b-a48a-c179e9a5de47" src="https://s3.ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/www.urban.com.au/s3fs-public/inline-images/Roche%20Lilyfield.jpg?VersionId=NpQOWKcrSMIv37mrzjNkW8Yu9.KgpgK1" />Clockwise from bottom left; Residential buildings A &amp; B;&nbsp;Residential buildings A &amp; B; Residential building C; Residential buildings D,E and F. Image credit: Chrofi

Chrofi described buildings A and B as "two-of-a-kind designed to be seen in composition with the Super Shed."

"These two buildings are detailed in steel to reference industrial materiality."

The Super Shed is the part of the refinement of the initial proposal, which has been amended since the Roche Groiup initially submitted plans back in 2016.

"The design now features a ‘Super Shed’ and a ‘Small Shed’ to compliment the retained Character Buildings with each building being carefully articulated to ensure all tenancies have good access to outlook, daylight, and ventilation," CHROFI noted in their submission.

"The Super Shed provides large floor plates over three levels interconnected with a central atrium. This organising spine provides access and egress if spaces are subdivided into smaller tenancies in the future, while at the same time, giving the building a campus feel that will contribute a collegiate culture for tenants within the building and broader precinct.

"The Small Shed and retained Character Buildings each provide floor space over 2-levels providing a range of spaces for smaller scale businesses. These buildings are grouped and connected by bridges to further promote a precinct/campus sensibility to the Proposal."

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The 1,314 sqm of public domain space. Image credit: CHROFI

Part of the development will be keeping the buildings that were built in the early 1900's for the Pilchers Bakery Company. There were identified by the Inner West Council as 'character buildings'.

"The character buildings represent the earliest construction phase and comprise two-storeyed face brickwork structures with timber framed interiors and trussed gabled roofs," a heritage impact statement by NBRS stated.

It added however that much of the physical fabric is heavily modified from its original configuration and the site shows evidence of several periods of unrelated growth and redevelopment.

They've proposed a mixed-use development on the 6,824 sqm site at 469-483 Balmain Road, comprising 89 apartments, 6,000 sqm of flexible employment space, and 1,200 sqm reserved for creative purposes.


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