Sarazin officially turn sod at Murcia Residences
Developer Sarazin and tier-one construction firm Hutchinson Builders has signalled the start of construction of Woolloongabba's newest development, Murcia Residences.
Following tradition, Sarazin and Hutchies has officially turned the first earth at a sod-turning ceremony that has become a custom practice in the development industry.
Murcia Residences, on the border of Woolloongabba and East Brisbane at 9 Overend Street, just 150 metres from The Gabba, has been inspired by the Spanish city of Murcia and comprises 210 one, two and three-bedroom apartments in a Mediterranean-like building.
In the building will be a 700 sqm office tenancy on the second floor and 300 sqm of retail on the ground floor.
Crowning the building will be an impressive rooftop with a heated infinity pool, cold and warm magnesium plunge pools, spa, sauna, bookable private dining room, work-from-home spaces, fully equipped gym and various outdoor alfresco BBQ areas.
A public art gallery located on the ground floor builds on Sarazin’s already substantial contribution to the arts in Brisbane, complementing its groundbreaking STEAMM Studios (STEM + Art and Music) at Woolloongabba and Sarazin’s major sponsorship of the Griffith University Art Museum at South Brisbane.
Strategically located and in close proximity to the soon-to-be operational Woolloongabba Cross River Rail station, residents and workers at Murcia will enjoy unequalled connectivity to train, bus and tram services, with easy access to north and south arterial freeways.
With panoramic views of the Brisbane city skyline, and within easy walking distance to the Logan Rd and South City Square dining precincts, Murcia Residences is set to become a landmark Brisbane building, reflecting the evolution of city in the lead up to the 2032 Olympic Games.
Sarazin Founder and Director Darren Dougan said Murcia’s architecturally ambitious design is set to become the gold standard for urban regeneration in the area.
"In the midst of a housing crisis, Murcia will provide much needed additional supply to the Brisbane market, offering varied housing options to the community, from the solo urbanite to downsizers to young families.”
Hutchinson Builders Chairman Scott Hutchinson said the team are delighted to be partnering with Sarazin on this project.
"We have been impressed by Sarazin’s attention to detail and professional business ethos, and we look forward to working with the Sarazin team to deliver an exceptional residential development.”
Murcia adds to Sarazin’s other developments in Woolloongabba, including Silk One, Silk Lane, Nuage and Hampton Yards.
