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ASX-listed developer Cedar Woods has recently opened a new sales office for its 64-hectare Mason Quarter masterplanned community in Wollert, following a surge in demand for property in Melbourne’s north.

Located within the fast-growing City of Whittlesea, Mason Quarter will accommodate over 800 dwellings and is located just 25 kilometres from the Melbourne CBD.

According to Cedar Woods’ chief operating officer, Patrick Archer, land lots continue to sell out soon after each release.

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“Land in Melbourne’s growth corridors is increasingly sought after and buyers are in a rush to get into this strong market.”

The new sales office will help facilitate sales and showcase the unique masterplan design that prioritises access to green space.

The masterplan has been designed to showcase the native vegetation on-site with a 7.9-hectare conservation reserve and over 30 distributed tree reserves with retained mature river red gums.

“We’ve developed a clear vision for Mason Quarter, centred around connection to nature and prioritising outdoor space.”

"There is a great deal of amenity in the area and with a site of this size we will be able to establish a brand-new community to enjoy it," says Archer.

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Located on Craigieburn Road in Wollert, Mason Quarter is designed around new and existing amenity.

The development includes plans for two schools, a community facility and is located within walking distance to the future Wollert town centre.

The project is also in close proximity to the Hume Freeway, Metropolitan Ring Road, hospitals, shopping centres and public transport.

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Covid safety measures are in place at the new sales office with inquiring purchasers able to book a private appointment with a sales agent.

Mason Quarter will be delivered over the next eight years with large 368sqm land lots now selling from $397,500, subject to availability.

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According to Cedar Woods’ chief operating officer, Patrick Archer, land lots continue to sell out soon after each release

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Land sales soar in Melbourne’s north as buyers “rush” into “strong market”

Canvas is a boutique collection of 62 apartments in Melbourne's sought-after northern suburbs from property developers ID_Land.

The development of one, two and three-bedroom residences reinterprets the industrial regeneration of Brunswick with an industrial façade and a structural form.

Designed by Rothelowman and Hecker Guthrie, the development provides a sustainable living experience that culminates into a home for families, couples and individuals.

Urban recently sat down with ID_Land’s joint managing director Matthew Belford to discuss the project.

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MK: What are the highlights of Canvas and what is attracting buyers to the project?

MB: The architecture at Canvas is particularly striking; we engaged one of our most-trusted collaborators in Rothelowman to lead the design, and they have ensured the project will complement Barkly Street, its neighbouring buildings, and the area’s industrial heritage.

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Hecker Guthrie-designed interiors bring together neutral colour palettes and functional floorplans that appeal to a range of different buyer groups. Apartments are spacious and designed to be lived in, with a communal rooftop space for residents to enjoy as well.

One of the main pillars at Canvas is sustainability; the project is fossil fuel free, utilises solar power and greywater systems, has strong walkability and is close to public transport, so we are seeing a lot of interest from environmentally-conscious homebuyers.

The location of Canvas has also proven to be a strong drawcard so far – its status as a ‘Walker’s Paradise’ and its Walk Score of 97/100 means local parklands, public transport, bike paths, as well as the bars, restaurants, cafés and retail stores that make Brunswick so sought-after, are all within walking distance.

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MK: What was the design brief for Rothelowman?

MB: We wanted Canvas to reference and engage with the rich tapestry of built-form which has shaped Brunswick into the suburb it is today, with a sculptural façade and broad appeal to a range of residents – individuals, couples and families.

MK: Where have buyers come from, and who is the development appealing to?

MB: Many of the project’s buyers have come from the city’s inner ring, with the project features alongside the proximity to Brunswick driving strong interest from a mixture of younger buyers, first home buyers, and families.

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We have also seen strong interest from ‘right-sizers’ - those who have been looking for property for some time but haven’t managed to find the right fit closer to the sought-after inner ring lifestyle suburbs.

MK: What else does the Canvas community offer to residents?

MB: The project will have a rooftop residents’ amenity, with a 360-degree view of the Melbourne skyline alongside a kitchen and dining space, and a recreation lounge.”

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MK: Why did you choose Brunswick for your latest development?

MB: Brunswick is an area that our team knows well, having developed The Barkly townhouses in 2016 just down the road from Canvas – it’s also an area I’ve known for over 20 years, as I used to live and study in the area.

MK: Where is current buyer enquiry coming from?

MB: Enquiries are being driven largely by Melbourne locals, predominantly from the city’s inner ring suburbs, visiting the display suite.

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Urban recently sat down with ID_Land’s joint managing director Matthew Belford to discuss the project

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