Meriton approved for Brisbane skyscrapers
The Brisbane City Council has granted approval for Meriton's two-tower development in the heart of the city.
The $1.3 billion development at 204 Alice Street, across from the City Botanic Gardens, will be one of Harry Triguboff's largest projects in Brisbane having previously delivered several Meriton Suites buildings.
The two towers, one of which will reach 79 levels, will home 753 apartments, predominantly two-bedders (438).
There will be 168 one-bedroom units, each with a study, 119 three-beds, and 28 four-bedroom apartments. Just under 900 parking spaces will occupy five basement levels and four of the podium levels.
DBI, the preferred architecture firm for Meriton on the Gold Coast where they have several skyscrapers, said in the submission that the design approach "minimises overshadowing of the Botanic Gardens, aiming to preserve the experience for both residents and the wider public."
"The two-tower development takes cues from the surrounding context including the city’s urban fabric as well as the Botanic Gardens and seeks to complement the adjacent heritage and place character, DBI noted.
"The development is set to become a landmark Brisbane destination and provides a visable presence on the skyline of the city. The tower plates have been carefully shaped to maximise the amenity of future residents and visitors and provide generous balconies offering access to Brisbane’s outdoor lifestyle."
The podium level will be lined with retail, food and beverage spaces, and public amenities such as swimming pools, an outdoor gym, and play areas. An upcoming Public Art Strategy will also introduce integrated artworks.
As part of a broader urban rejuvenation effort in Brisbane, 204 Alice Street is situated near other transformative projects including the Eagle Street Pier Precinct and Queen’s Wharf.
Urban Planning Services noted in a Town Planning Report that the development addresses the increasing demand for housing in South East Queensland by offering high-quality apartments in a prime location.
By introducing both residential and commercial spaces, the project aims to bolster the economic vitality of the City Centre, establishing a renewed pedestrian-friendly precinct with active street frontages and enhanced housing options in Brisbane’s core.
