Sekisui House Australia approved for Dawn, the latest stage at $5 billion Melrose Park masterplan
Sekisui House Australia has been granted development approval for Dawn, its fifth stage in its new urban renewal project in Melrose Park.
It will be the first stage which is a joint venture, with Hankyu Hanshin Properties becoming part of the development.
Dawn will comprise six low-rise buildings ranging from six to 10 levels, built around a large central courtyard spanning almost two hectares. It will include 368 one, two and three-bedroom apartments.
Positioned less than 150 metres from Melrose Park Town Centre, Dawn promotes walkability and maximises direct access to green spaces, lifestyle assets and future transport connections, including the Parramatta Light Rail Stage 2.
Melrose Park Town Centre is set to open at the end of 2026, aligning with when residents of Dawn will begin moving in to provide immediate access to essential services and amenities.
Alex Grujovski, Project Director, Apartment & Mixed-Use Developments, Sekisui House Australia, said Dawn is a high-quality development that sets the tone for future stages of Melrose Park and reflects Sekisui House’s philosophies of sustainability, community and thoughtful design."
"Dawn represents our unwavering commitment to creating communities that coexist harmoniously with nature, while fostering interactions between people and place," Grujovski says.
Designed by GroupGSA, Dawn will integrate with its surroundings, featuring precinct views of Central Park and the Western Parklands. It will have secluded rooftop amenities, an internal central courtyard garden, shading devices and link bridges.
Alister Eden, Principal, GroupGSA said Dawn is designed with timeless elegance, sustainability and functionality at its core.
"The materials and layout create a seamless connection between urban living and the surrounding natural environment, offering residents a lifestyle that balances modern convenience with green tranquillity. The architectural design features intricately detailed brickwork at its base, creating a strong visual foundation that reflects the character and domestic qualities of the nearby residential suburbs of Melrose Park and Ermington," Eden says.
“Communal open spaces will offer a diverse range of amenity, from quiet areas for contemplation to open lawns for enjoying the winter sun or safe play spaces for young children. Elevated areas also provide unique perspectives and scenic views of district parks."
Pitched as one of the best inclusions in the fifth stage is Central Park which will feature open spaces, BBQ and picnic areas, children’s play facilities and kilometres of walking tracks. Complimenting these are rooftop community facilities including BBQ areas, seating nooks and relaxation zones, encouraging interactions and a connected community.
Dawn incorporates a range of sustainability initiatives. A dedicated energy network enhances energy efficiency, while rooftop gardens provide green spaces for residents. The masterplan will also see 1,500 mature drought-tolerant native trees planted, along with permanent wetlands to boost biodiversity and rain gardens for on-site water treatment.
App-based energy management systems will be implemented, enabling resource efficiency and sustainable living. The project’s construction will prioritise environmental stewardship, with strategies to reuse excavated materials, capture water for irrigation and minimise reliance on external natural resources.
Construction of Dawn will commence in 2025, with completion anticipated in mid-2027.
Sekisui’s $5 billion Melrose Park project is set to transform into a thriving new community upon completion, significantly enhancing the housing supply in the north-west of Sydney with 5,500 homes, a commercial and retail town centre and extensive parklands.
