First look: Paddington's Given Terrace set for luxury makeover
Paddington's Given Terrace, the main high street in the popular Brisbane suburb, is set to be transformed with Core Property Partners and P&MV Constructions teaming up to deliver a new mixed-use precinct.
The proposed development of the 2,830 sqm site at 208-220 Given Terrace seeks to retain and restore the village feel of the character retail strip, alongside the introduction of 12 luxury apartments, 31 short-stay accommodation suites and an activated laneway.
Speaking on behalf of P&MV Constructions, Nick Vidakovic said the proposal presented a once-in-a-generation opportunity to reinvigorate the prominent high street and attract more visitors back to Paddington’s retail heart.
“We believe by transforming this part of Paddington into a precinct, rather than a destination, will improve foot traffic not only on Given Terrace, but also on Latrobe Terrace,” Vidakovic said.
“A new laneway connecting the precinct to the neighbouring childcare centre has been designed as a civic space that includes a timeline of the area’s history, dating back to 1881.
“Hopefully this will kick off a broader rejuvenation of the area, which will benefit all local businesses in and around the Terraces.”
Core Property Development Manager Bikram Kaler said a focal point of the proposal is the restoration of the commercial character retail strip to accommodate artisan providores, restaurants and cafes.
“Given Terrace is the original heart of Brisbane’s high fashion and café culture, however in recent years it has lost some of that lustre,’’ Kaler said.
“The proposed development seeks to preserve Paddington’s character and reinvest in the prominent retail strip so that it attracts more food and fashion lovers to the high street.
“The introduction of a five-storey boutique residential building, set back from the character facade, will deliver 12 three-bedroom apartments with extensive greenery, rooftop amenities, and unobstructed views over the Brisbane CBD, Paddington Hill, and Red Hill’s landmark St Brigid’s Church.
“A second four-storey building will comprise 31 short-stay heritage suites, recognising the site’s close proximity to Suncorp Stadium and key Olympic precincts.”
The buildings will be connected by an activated laneway showcasing the suburb’s history and community pioneers dating back to the 1880s. It will be named “Hanlon Lane” in homage to Michael Edward “Ned” Hanlon, the former Queensland Premier (1946-52).
Designed by David Hansford of acclaimed local DAH Architecture, the project draws inspiration from the suburb’s unique ‘tin and timber’ homes and Brisbane’s contemporary sub-tropical lifestyle.
Kaler said the mixed-use precinct will have a front row seat to the 2032 Olympics.
“Paddington is well connected to the city’s top sporting and entertainment sites, with the transition of Given Terrace to Caxton Street providing seamless pedestrian access to Suncorp Stadium, The Barracks, and the proposed Brisbane Live precinct at Roma Street,” he said.
“Enhancing the existing retail spaces and providing a mix of residential and short stay accommodation will encourage increased visitation, create new jobs and deliver a positive economic impact for the suburb in the lead up to the 2032 Olympics and beyond.”
