Respected local builder-developer, <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/developers/gwh">GWH</a>, is offering grand-scale living in every aspect at its under-construction <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/developments/newcastle-west-nsw-2302">Newcastle West</a> apartment development, <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/new-apartments/one-apartments-newcastle-west-1-national-park-street-newcastle-west">One Apartments</a>.

Upon completion later this year, ONE Apartments will not only become the tallest tower in Newcastle at nearly 80-metres high, but will offer some of the largest floorplans ever seen in the rapidly growing city.

The 193 one, two, and three-bedroom apartments, spread across two 22 and 19-level towers, are, on average, around 20 percent larger than what is typically available in both the new development and established apartment sectors in the Newcastle region.

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GWH Build is well advanced in the construction of the development, over half-way up each building which protrude from a shared four-level podium that will host a range of commercial and retail tenancies.

<a href="https://www.urban.com.au/architects/marchese-partners">Marchese Partners</a>&nbsp;have collaborated with <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/architects/ckds-architecture">CKDS</a>&nbsp;on the design of <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/new-apartments/one-apartments-newcastle-west-1-national-park-street-newcastle-west">ONE Apartments</a>, creating a floorplate as part of the striking, pointed design that both creates large floorplans as well as a balconies off the living areas and bedrooms that offer extended views over Newcastle.

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Due to the height of the tower, and its strategic position on National Park Street, ensures the majority of the apartments, even at the lower levels, will offer strong viewlines.

Each apartment will feature interiors with SMEG appliances, soft-touch cabinetry, and premium tapware.

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The highest views are captured from the rooftop entertainment areas. The Scenic Lounge, atop the 22-level south tower,&nbsp;and the Harbourview Lounge, crowning the north towers 19th level, will each offer panoramic outlooks across the city and coastline.

As well as the rooftops, residents will have private access to a heated outdoor swimming pool, state-of-the-art gym with steam room, a fully furnished, surround-sound UHD cinema, and several pocket parks, from small courtyards for yoga and meditation to pergolas set in extensive landscaping.

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Newcastle has seen relatively little high-density development compared to the likes of its closest major regions, like Sydney and the Central Coast. GWH is central to the increasing what is a fairly limited supply of new apartments in Newcastle. The limited availability of suitable sites and a small pool of builders capable of delivering large-scale projects have constrained the market.&nbsp;

GWH, which has been shaping Newcastle’s built environment since 1995, is one of the few developers with the expertise and resources to undertake a project of this magnitude.

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The location of ONE Apartments will place residents within walking distance of Darby Street’s dining precinct, the Civic Theatre, Marketown Shopping Centre, and the Newcastle Interchange, ensuring seamless connectivity for residents.

Buyers are expecting to move into ONE Apartments in early 2026.

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The 193 apartments, spread across two 22 and 19-level towers, are, on average, around 20 percent larger than what is typically available in both the new development and established apartment sectors in the Newcastle region.



Joel Robinson

The grand proportions of Newcastle's newest apartment development

As their luxury Drift Residences in <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/developments/main-beach-qld-4217">Main Beach</a> nears completion, Dean Gallagher's GDI Group is already setting its sights on its next project.

They're not straying too far, in fact just 600m from Drift, where they're planning an even more high-end project with just 10 apartments across a 23-level building at <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/new-apartments/15-cunningham-avenue-main-beach">15 Cunningham Avenue, Main Beac</a>h.

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The lower level will include three-bedroom apartments, along with a multi-purpose room. The upper level will offer an open-plan kitchen, living, and dining area, a butler's pantry, and a media room. Each apartment will have a north-facing balcony, with the building oriented to the north.

Level one will house a wellness center, complete with a gym, sauna, and ice bath. Above, there will be a pool and recreation deck, also facing north. A four-level basement will provide 29 resident parking spaces.

The new tower will replace an old three-level brick walk-up.

In their design statement, <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/architects/bureauproberts">Bureau Proberts</a> highlighted that 15 Cunningham Avenue acknowledges a suburb in transition.

"A place where Queensland coastal living has thrived for a century, Main Beach has been at the forefront of Gold Coast growth, evolving from humble holiday homes to high-rise apartments. Today, Main Beach continues to embrace contemporary influences, with carefully planned multi-residential developments seeking infill sites to increase density while preserving the area’s local character and charm."

Bureau Proberts further noted that 15 Cunningham Avenue aims to introduce something fresh to Main Beach’s well-established coastal density.

"The building’s glass envelope reflects Queensland’s vernacular, offering transparency where maximum exposure is needed, and shelter where refuge is desired. In doing so, it embodies the ‘evolving’ Gold Coast—acknowledging its place and neighborhood context, while still establishing a distinctive presence within the skyline of this iconic location." 
 
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The tower will sit next door to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.urban.com.au/buildings/the-monaco-main-beach-2-4-macarthur-parade-main-beach">The Monaco</a>, which sold out during the pandemic with an average sale price of $4.6 million. There have been resales in the building since its 2024 completion north of $8 million.

GDI will no doubt be looking to handle the build themselves, having brought construction inhouse for <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/new-apartments/drift-residences-16-18-hughes-avenue-main-beach">Drift Residences</a>&nbsp;after the collapse of GCB Constructions.

At the time Gallagher said GDI had assembled a top-tier line-up with a proven track record in the industry to deliver the rest of the building.

"It's a formidable team," Gallagher says.

Drift Residences, nearing completion, will comprise 46 apartments across 31 levels at 16-18 Hughes Avenue, Main Beach. GDI just set a record at Drift, selling a full-floor apartment for $11,995,000, a record for a non-penthouse sale in Main Beach.

GDI will no doubt be looking to handle the build themselves, having brought construction inhouse for Drift Residences after the collapse of GCB Constructions.

First look: GDI Group plot two-level apartments in Main Beach

Summary:

<ul>
	<li>Corner House by DeMartini Fletcher brings 88&nbsp;apartments to Brisbane’s evolving Stones Corner</li>
	<li>Designed with Ellivo Architects, the development incorporates an existing brick building and communal spaces</li>
	<li>A rooftop retreat with a pool, spa, sauna, ice bath, yoga lawn, gym and skyline views&nbsp;</li>
	<li>Well-connected location near Woolloongabba, Brisbane CBD, Hanlon Park, and major transport links</li>
</ul>

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New apartment launches in Brisbane have been few and far between in recent years. It is always noteworthy when a new project hits the market to meet the overwhelming demand for apartments in the Queensland capital.

Local developer&nbsp;<a href="https://www.urban.com.au/developers/demartini-fletcher-property">DeMartini Fletcher</a>&nbsp;has just launched&nbsp;<a href="https://www.urban.com.au/new-apartments/corner-house-18-stoneham-street-stones-corner">Corner House</a>, 88 one, two and three-bedroom apartments in Stones Corner, one of Brisbane’s increasingly evolving inner-city precincts.&nbsp;

DeMartini Fletcher has collaborated with <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/architects/ellivo-architects">Ellivo Architects</a> on the design which aims to honour the heritage of the localicty while bringing in a contemporary twist.

Situated at the intersection of Montague and Stoneham Streets, Corner House&nbsp;incorporates the existing brick corner building into its design, activating the street level with communal spaces for residents and the wider community.

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The apartment mix includes one, two, and three-bedroom residences, as well as options with a multi-purpose room.

Each home is designed for spacious living, with open-plan interiors, entertainer’s kitchens, and ample storage.&nbsp;

Living spaces and bedrooms have been positioned to maximise natural light and ventilation, with wraparound balconies extending outdoor space while incorporating green screening for privacy.

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Residents will have access to a rooftop retreat designed as a lifestyle-focused extension of their homes. The roof will feature a&nbsp;resort-style pool, spa, sauna, ice bath, gym, yoga lawn, residents’ herb garden, and barbecue facilities, all with sweeping views of Brisbane’s skyline.

Corner House will integrate sustainability principles, with a focus on climate-responsive design and urban greenery.

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Until 2017, <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/developments/stones-corner-qld-4120" target="">Stones Corner</a> was designated as a 'precinct' within the suburb of Greenslopes. Now Stones Corner is one of Brisbane's most rapidly transforming areas.&nbsp;

Since the announcement of the 2032 Brisbane Olympics, developers have eagerly seized the opportunity to be part of the area's transformation. In addition to several new apartment developments, Stones Corner Village is set for a complete revitalisation, bringing a vibrant new retail and dining precinct just off Hanlon Park.

Hanlon Park itself has undergone significant upgrades in recent years, earning the title of Best Park in Australia at the 2023 National Landscape Architecture Awards. The park features walking trails, beautifully landscaped gardens, and children's playgrounds.

Stones Corner also boasts excellent connections to Brisbane's central areas, with all major modes of public transport—including trains, buses, and the metro—providing easy access to the city.

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DeMartini Fletcher launches Corner House apartments in Stones Corner

The ever-growing&nbsp;<a href="https://www.urban.com.au/developments/palm-beach-qld-4221">Palm Beach</a>, one of the most in demand suburbs on the Gold Coast for new developments, is set for some more, much needed, apartment supply.

Glenn Williams and Nick Parrs'&nbsp;<a href="https://www.urban.com.au/developers/bpg-developments">BPG Developments</a> is planning a 14-level tower on a <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/new-apartments/1055-gold-coast-highway-palm-beach">double-block on the Gold Coast Highway</a>,&nbsp;but will create the entry from Jefferson Lane, facing the beach.

It's a return to Palm Beach for the builder-developer who completed&nbsp;Sable on Palm Beach in 2019, just 200m away.

"We only want to develop in places we would like to live," Williams told Urban.

"I've been a part of the Currumbin Surf Club for the last two decades. We love the southern end of the Gold Coast and are looking forward to bringing more apartments to the area."

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Plus Architecture says the design of the new tower draws inspiration from Queensland's coastal vernacular, utilising materials such as glazing, concrete panels with rebated shadow lines, textured render, and aluminium fins.&nbsp;

71 two and three-bedroom residences have been proposed, a mix of 42 two-bedroom apartments and 29 three-bedroom dwellings, three of which are two-level townhouses.

The 109 car spaces are spread across two basement levels and ground-level parking.

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The resident amenity will front Jefferson Lane on the ground level and will comprise a pool, pool deck, separate barbecue and alfresco area, and a wellness space with a gym, yoga deck, hot and cold plunge, and a sauna and steam room.

The project is located next door to 2021-completed Village Palm Beach and Gordon Corp's soon-to-be-launched Jefferson Lane project. That will offer 47 two and three-bedroom apartments across a nine-level building. It's also near Sherpa's Flourish on Sixth Avenue project which recently started construction with LPS Group.

BPG completed The Chaussy in Lutwyche in 2022 and recently welcomed buyers to their Scarborough development, The Oscar, where there are just a handful of apartments left for sale.&nbsp;

First look: BPG Developments returns to Palm Beach new apartment market

Marrickville has undergone a remarkable transformation, evolving from an industrial area into a vibrant and sought-after neighborhood.

The repurposing of old industrial buildings into breweries, cafes, restaurants, and creative spaces has turned it into one of Sydney's most exciting areas. However, despite rezoning efforts aimed at increasing apartment development, the expected boom in new housing has not yet materialized.

One developer that capitalized on this opportunity was TOGA, which, in 2019, partnered with major landowner Danias Timber to develop Wicks Place — a project consisting of 272 apartments integrated with retail spaces and a new laneway that connects directly to Wicks Park.

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In today’s market, delivering one-bedroom apartments has become a significant challenge. The cost of construction has escalated dramatically, particularly since the pandemic, making it increasingly difficult to replicate the value proposition that Wicks Place represents. As a result, the remaining apartments in the development are likely to be among the most affordable new apartments available in Marrickville.

Designed by Turner Studio with interiors by renowned designer Richards Stanisich, Wicks Place is a carefully curated space. The apartments feature floor-to-ceiling windows that maximize natural light, while offering views of the surrounding parks. Kitchens are equipped with integrated Fisher &amp; Paykel appliances and the natural stone island benches.

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Since TOGA began developing Wicks Place, Marrickville has undergone significant change. Key projects like the 2021 expansion of the Marrickville Metro shopping centre and the upcoming Sydney Metro Marrickville connection — set to open in 2026 — have only increased the area's desirability. The gentrification of the suburb has helped it earn a spot on TimeOut's list of the top 10 coolest neighborhoods in Australia, and even ranked 10th globally.

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In addition to these developments, late last year TOGA announced that Harris Farm would become an anchor tenant at Wicks Place. Paul Shaw, TOGA’s Executive General Manager of Development, emphasized how this addition will benefit both the residents and the broader Marrickville community.

“A home is about much more than just a place to live. It’s about creating an environment where people can enjoy access to their everyday needs,” Shaw explained. “We believe the addition of Harris Farm will be a welcome complement to the dynamic and thriving urban precinct we’re creating at Wicks Place.”

With just a few one and two-bedroom apartments remaining at Wicks Place, the opportunity to secure a new home in this high-demand area is fast diminishing. The value proposition that Wicks Place offers — combining affordability, convenience, and lifestyle — will be difficult to replicate as Marrickville’s transformation continues.

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