Gamuda Land break ground on $90 million Fareham, St Kilda apartments
Gamuda Land has commenced construction on its $90 million Fareham apartment development in St Kilda, following the appointment of family-owned construction firm Markscon.
Fareham will deliver a 16-level sustainable building with 73 apartments on St Kilda Road. It will also boost the local economy via the creation of 130 jobs throughout the build.
Designed by architects BayleyWard, Fareham will aim to achieve a minimum 7.5 Star NaTHERS rating and will be powered by an embedded network providing 100 per cent renewable energy, including rooftop solar photovoltaic panels. Additional features include EV charging capabilities, secure bike parks and an onsite bicycle workshop to encourage residents to opt for greener travel arrangements.
Fareham will comprise a maximum of six apartments per floor with the majority offering bay views. Residents will have access to a communal garden on level one, a well-being room on level two and a communal rooftop on level 15.
Gamuda Land’s global DNA of building in harmony with nature is threaded throughout the design, with Fareham featuring extensive landscaping and greenery by Loci Design Collection.
Gamuda Land General Manager Jarrod Tai said Markscon was appointed due to their stellar track record and capability to self-perform construction of critical elements.
“Markscon has helped deliver some of Melbourne’s most boundary-pushing projects, including two Nightingale projects," Tai said.
"Both Markscon and Gamuda share a vision of creating meaningful and sustainable urban environments.”
The City of Port Phillip showed its support for the project during the groundbreaking ceremony, with Cr Marcus Pearl, Cr Peter Martin and Cr Christina Sirakoff attending on behalf of the Mayor of the City of Phillip.
Fareham is due for completion in 2026.
