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Following on from <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/news/escala-newquay-in-focus-part-one">yesterday's Q&amp;A with MAB's David Allt-Graham</a>, Urban.com.au today discusses the design approach to Escala in NewQuay with Six Degrees Director Mark Healy and how the office's experience in the residential sector and within Melbourne's laneways, informed the key design drivers and composition of the project's architecture.

<figure><a class="colorbox colorbox-insert-image" href="https://res.cloudinary.com/dz9xllyip/image/fetch/q_auto:good/https://s3-ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/www.urban.com.au/s3fs-public/pictures/article-images/escala-facade-1140x430.jpg" rel="gallery-all" title="Escala's podium will comprise a series of buildings, providing a fine grain approach to the streetscape. Image : Supplied"><img alt="" class="image-article-full-width-580px" height="219" src="/sites/urban.melbourne/files/styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/escala-facade-1140x430.jpg?itok=GFjFo7YJ" title="Escala's podium will comprise a series of buildings, providing a fine grain approach to the streetscape. Image : Supplied" width="580"></a>

<figcaption>Escala's podium will comprise a series of buildings, providing a fine grain approach to the streetscape. Image : Supplied</figcaption></figure>Urban.com.au: Escala represents Six Degrees jump into high-rise development. What was Six Degrees' approach for designing Escala and how did your experience working on more low-rise to mid-scale projects help inform the design of Escala? 

Mark Healy: Escala represents a new challenge for Six Degrees, but it is precisely our experience in low-rise and mid-scale projects that informed this project. Rather than approaching this as one high-rise project, we envisage it as a series of smaller buildings making up a community. For example, priority is given to the lived experience of the resident, rather than the view of the tower from a helicopter window – as is so often the case with high-rise development design. The bottom-up approach so clearly embraced at Escala is reflective of Six Degrees’ human-driven approach to design.  

UM: Why do you think MAB engaged Six Degrees for the project?

MH: As Melbourne’s first laneway bar, Meyers Place in many ways gave birth to the laneway culture this city knows and loves today. Six Degrees continues to design laneway projects all these years later, and I think MAB sought to bring the authenticity inherent in these spaces to NewQuay. When we designed Meyers Place, Melbourne’s CBD was not at all the vibrant place it is now, but having a long-term vision for what could be was crucial – and that’s how we approached this project.    

UM: One thing Docklands has been criticised for is that it lacks some of that finer grain quality of say parts of the CBD both in terms of how buildings are articulated and the tactile quality of them. Were Six Degrees conscious of this criticism and did you seek to address this in the design for Escala?

MH: It's a big ask when you're tasked to build a new high-density city building, on a piece of vacant land, with little heritage surrounds. So, we asked ourselves how we could introduce the best bits of the CBD –  like finer grain, scale and material diversity –  to speed up the sense of community and placemaking. Our use of handmade tiles, breezeblocks, delicate metals like bronze and stained glass embodies this, so too does the introduction of a Melbourne-scaled laneway at Escala.

UM: How does Escala respond to the buildings that are already there and what were some of the challenges and opportunities that you faced in an area that is still trying to find its identity? 

MH: Overcoming the cold, southerly winds that plague the Docklands was a challenge that we overcame by creating the intimate laneway buffeted from the breeze. When it came to responding to buildings already in place at NewQuay, we designed a T-shape tower as it maximises the northern light, city and water views, as well as creating more corner apartments.

We were conscious of a new supermarket soon to be built across the way from Escala, so the placement of the piazza deliberately provides interests along the path that people will use when they buy groceries. The movement of not just residents, but visitors and workers through the square will help generate activity and buzz in this area of NewQuay.

UM: And how much influence do you have in helping to shape the identity and character of the area through a single or this instance a collection of buildings?

MH: At Six Degrees we are firm believers that social life should generate what a building looks like. For example, we’re aware that many office workers venture to the city for drinks or coffee, so we designed the piazza with space for a buzzing north facing café to encourage people to stay in the precinct

UM: What do you consider to be the most critical aspect of Escala's design and what distinguishes it from some of the other buildings in Docklands?=

MH: The most symbolic aspect of Escala’s design is the piazza because it is a genuine public space not just for residents, but for the wider community to socialise. What also stands out about Escala is the significant amount of active street frontage. Even the car park entry is presented like a shop window, with bike racks making it feel like an inner-north bike shop – we’re highly conscious of activating every space.
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Escala NewQuay in Focus - Part Two

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Urban.com.au <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/news/a-double-design-delight-for-docklands">recently highlighted</a> two projects within <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/new-apartments/docklands-vic">Docklands</a> that have strong design credentials which stand to add to the ever-evolving precinct's body of architecture. One project in particular, <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/projects/escala-newquay-381-docklands-drive-docklands">Escala</a> - <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/developers/mab-corporation">MAB's</a> latest offering at its NewQuay development - has sought a different approach to previous residential buildings in the area, with the aim of introducing some <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/new-apartments/melbourne-vic">Melbourne CBD</a> fine grain and character to the eastern precinct. 

To that end, MAB Corporation tasked architects <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/new-apartments/melbourne-vic">Six Degrees</a> - synonymous with the rebirth of Melbourne's laneway culture - to design a set of buildings which not only meet rigorous design criteria for apartments but also provide a unique mixed-use development which capitalises on its location and changing context.

Urban.com.au recently asked David Allt-Graham, General Manager Residential at MAB to provide a bit of background on the approach and process for conceiving Escala, and what it will add to the precinct. This will be followed by a piece with Six Degree's Mark Healy who will discuss the design in greater detail.

<figure><a class="colorbox colorbox-insert-image" href="https://res.cloudinary.com/dz9xllyip/image/fetch/q_auto:good/https://s3-ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/www.urban.com.au/s3fs-public/pictures/article-images/180108_lot_5_new_quay_v02_tower_hero_final.jpg" rel="gallery-all" title="Escala will add a unique dimension to the NewQuay precinct. Image : Supplied"><img alt="" class="image-article-full-width-580px" height="670" src="/sites/urban.melbourne/files/styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/180108_lot_5_new_quay_v02_tower_hero_final.jpg?itok=habFA7tR" title="Escala will add a unique dimension to the NewQuay precinct. Image : Supplied" width="580"></a>

<figcaption>Escala will add a unique dimension to the NewQuay precinct. Image : Supplied</figcaption></figure>Urban.com.au: NewQuay has continued to evolve over nearly 20 years, with greater diversity in the architecture and product offering, with buildings by <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/architects/plus-architecture">Plus Architecture</a>, McBride Charles Ryan, <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/architects/dko-architecture">DKO Architecture</a>, <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/architects/woods-bagot">Woods Bagot</a> and now <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/architects/six-degrees-architects">Six Degrees</a> making their mark on the precinct. How has MAB's vision for the precinct evolved and have you had to revisit it over the course of 20 years?

David Allt-Graham: In 1997, MAB saw the opportunity to bring NewQuay to life, with a vision of creating a 24-hour city for Melburnians to live, play, work and stay on the shores of Victoria Harbour. This was extremely bold thinking, as, at the time, the Harbour was surrounded by dilapidated sheds and the <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/new-apartments/docklands-vic">Docklands</a> looked very different. Now, more than twenty years later, MAB’s vision is realising its full potential. The important elements are falling into place, with a new primary school, supermarket, cinema complex and two hotels being only some of the new additions due to be built in NewQuay over the next few years.

Our vision for NewQuay remains unchanged, however our approach has become more sophisticated as we respond to a maturing suburb and an evolving housing market. Escala is arguably the best example of MAB’s adaptability as it includes a proprietary, split-level internal design which was developed to offer affordable, double height living spaces within apartments.

UM: What was it about Six Degrees' work that attracted MAB to engage the practice for Escala? 

DA-G: MAB’s open-minded approach to art and design has produced some remarkable collaborations. An example of this is the creation of ‘Monument Park’ and the multi award-winning ‘The Quays’.

Escala is the result of a new collaboration between MAB and Six Degrees. Six Degrees is a practice that, like MAB, has over 20 years’ experience in the industry as well as a passion for city living in Melbourne. Six Degrees are undoubtedly the pioneers of transforming Melbourne’s city into a liveable place. Their work is synonymous with Melbourne’s laneway culture and it is exciting to see their ideas being translated into a tower development. Working with Six Degrees has inclined our team to think more about scale and has also helped us to further understand how people use and enjoy different spaces.

Six Degrees’ work is timeless and it aligns with our mission for integrity over fashion in the final product.  

UM: The approach to Escala differs slightly from some of the previous buildings in NewQuay particularly with multiple buildings which form the podium -  what was the brief to Six Degrees?

DA-G: The intention of designing Escala as a collection of buildings was so to deliver a development which presents variety, as well as one that presents an idea of spaces being built over time. This approach saw Six Degrees prioritise materiality, scale, and to embrace diversity.  This concept is clearly expressed in the uniqueness of each streetscape of Escala, with buildings of different character.

Simple, robust materials, including brick and bluestone are integral to each streetscape.  These materials are carried into the interiors of the building, with concrete ceilings in the apartment living areas and corridors lit from stain glass feature windows.  We also expressed to Six Degrees that we wanted to offer some relief from plasterboard and carpet at Escala.

UM: Will Escala be the final residential development completing NewQuay East?

DA-G: Escala is MAB’s thirteenth boutique project in NewQuay and we have subsequently learnt a great deal about apartment living over this journey.

Escala is the final stage of development in the Eastern precinct and it will be a ‘keystone’ project that unifies the neighbouring developments in the area.  Escala will deliver a new piazza on Docklands Drive, which will become a focal point for street life and provide a sunny and restful space to simply hang out in or to have lunch at.  There is a great buzz around Escala and the feedback from everyone who has seen it, including Council planners, has been fantastic and positive. We look forward to completing it!

UM: What impact do you think the proposed Docklands Primary School, the overhaul of the former Harbour Town retail and entertainment precinct which will include a Fresh Food Market, Supermarket and cinemas, will have on the attractiveness of not only Escala but NewQuay?

DA-G: These amenities have been in planning for a long time and NewQuay is currently experiencing a major ‘step change’ as they each come through construction over the next few years.  We’re not selling the dream anymore, it is now happening.

NewQuay is becoming increasingly diverse, with expanding retail in the District Docklands (including a new H&amp;M store), entertainment areas, a modern school, and sophisticated new residences like Escala and <a href="https://www.urban.com.au/buildings/banksia-newquay-429-docklands-drive-docklands">Banksia</a>.  This means that we can cater to a much broader cohort of residents and businesses.  This further expands our markets and makes the whole precinct more vibrant – it is a virtuous circle.
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Escala NewQuay in Focus - Part One 

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Part three follows on from the part one: Yarra's Edge and part two: Victoria Harbour. The focus of today's piece will be NewQuay and Harbour Town, the northern most precincts within Docklands.

<h2>NewQuay</h2>

NewQuay was the first precinct to open way back in 2003 and has probably evolved the most. Initially comprising of two parts (east and west) bisected by the former Waterfront City precinct, NewQuay now stretches the length of the northern edge of Victoria Harbour with the construction of NewQuay Central featuring five buildings designed by three different architects.

<figure><a class="colorbox colorbox-insert-image" href="https://res.cloudinary.com/dz9xllyip/image/fetch/q_auto:good/https://s3-ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/www.urban.com.au/s3fs-public/pictures/article-images/20170721_133637.jpg" rel="gallery-all" title="Marina Tower, Banksia and Promenade form the link between east and west."><img alt="" class="image-article-full-width-580px" height="412" src="/sites/urban.melbourne/files/styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/20170721_133637.jpg?itok=L-jO3q0x" title="Marina Tower, Banksia and Promenade form the link between east and west." width="580"></a>

<figcaption>Marina Tower, Banksia and Promenade form the link between east and west.</figcaption></figure>This is a departure from the early days when Fender Katsalidis and SJB formed a partnership to design the first five residential buildings in the precinct which led to the formation of Plus Architecture who designed the sixth building Harbour One. 

The earlier buildings all shared a similar aesthetic with variants on the same building form and materiality and were named in honour of artists and architects. Each tower sits atop an expansive podium with rooftop resident gardens and retail to ground floor.

The restaurant and bars feature both indoor and outdoor seating fronting the promenade although the plastic weatherproofed coverings are beginning to show their age and I wonder if it might be worth building something a bit more permanent like a pergola structure with a better relationship and stronger connection with the promenade.

Southgate and Riverside Quay provide some good examples of how this can be achieved. I'd also consider going a step further and replacing the palms with trees that provide better wind protection. 

<figure><a class="colorbox colorbox-insert-image" href="https://res.cloudinary.com/dz9xllyip/image/fetch/q_auto:good/https://s3-ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/www.urban.com.au/s3fs-public/pictures/article-images/20170721_134219.jpg" rel="gallery-all" title="A glimpse from the promenade down a side street."><img alt="" class="image-article-full-width-580px" height="516" src="/sites/urban.melbourne/files/styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/20170721_134219.jpg?itok=fYvCwpuW" title="A glimpse from the promenade down a side street." width="580"></a>

<figcaption>A glimpse from the promenade down a side street.</figcaption></figure>McBride Charles Ryan's The Quay's was the first development to break the mould of earlier developments save for maybe The Conder and saw a variation in architecture and built form.

The introduction of pinks and purples provide a contrast to the more robust concrete grey of the earlier developments with a kaleidoscope of colours and materials at ground street level creating one of the more unique streetscapes in the area.

The towers themselves are unique to not only Docklands but also Melbourne with glazing combining with crumpled balcony spandrels  providing visual interest to the facades.

<figure><a class="colorbox colorbox-insert-image" href="https://res.cloudinary.com/dz9xllyip/image/fetch/q_auto:good/https://s3-ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/www.urban.com.au/s3fs-public/pictures/article-images/20170721_133709_0.jpg" rel="gallery-all" title="The Quays have added to the diversity of architecture and built form"><img alt="" class="image-article-full-width-580px" height="269" src="/sites/urban.melbourne/files/styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/20170721_133709_0.jpg?itok=zqbjr5RO" title="The Quays have added to the diversity of architecture and built form" width="580"></a>

<figcaption>The Quays have added to the diversity of architecture and built form</figcaption></figure>The more recent buildings which form part of NewQuay Central have followed the trend away from the archetypal model of the earlier buildings particularly with materiality and roof forms. This can probably be largely attributed to the fact three different architecture firms designed the buildings with DKO's Marina Tower and Woods Bagot's Aqui and Promenade favouring a series of crystalline or shard buildings with sloping roof forms and different tones of glazing. 

MCR's Banksia building is reminiscent of Chicago's Marina Towers with its GFRP facade drawing on the waterside location providing a series of detailed 3d waves wrapping the building and providing a central point of interest, contrasting well with the other NewQuay Central buildings and proving that variety is key.

<figure><a class="colorbox colorbox-insert-image" href="https://res.cloudinary.com/dz9xllyip/image/fetch/q_auto:good/https://s3-ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/www.urban.com.au/s3fs-public/pictures/article-images/20170721_134606.jpg" rel="gallery-all" title="NewQuay Central introduces further variety to the built form and architecture with different architects designing the buildings."><img alt="" class="image-article-full-width-580px" height="236" src="/sites/urban.melbourne/files/styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/20170721_134606.jpg?itok=xU0uqSaK" title="NewQuay Central introduces further variety to the built form and architecture with different architects designing the buildings." width="580"></a>

<figcaption>NewQuay Central introduces further variety to the built form and architecture with different architects designing the buildings.</figcaption></figure>Up until recently NewQuay didn't have as much open space aside from the promenade but with Monument Park, Ron Barassi Snr Ovel and the soon to be completed NewQuay Park that has changed. Located to the rear of the soon-to-be completed Banksia development, New Quay Park will provide a sloping north facing green space for NewQuay's growing population and visitors while concealing the underground parking for Banksia. The park replaces a previously paved surface which for a few years hosted a temporary tent structure and was at one stage going to host a Vegemite museum. I think it's fair to say the park is the better outcome.

<figure><a class="colorbox colorbox-insert-image" href="https://res.cloudinary.com/dz9xllyip/image/fetch/q_auto:good/https://s3-ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/www.urban.com.au/s3fs-public/pictures/article-images/20170721_135007.jpg" rel="gallery-all" title="Construction continues at NewQuay Park while Ron Barassi Snr Oval has added significant open space and community infrastructure"><img alt="" class="image-article-full-width-580px" height="259" src="/sites/urban.melbourne/files/styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/20170721_135007.jpg?itok=0zzY48hH" title="Construction continues at NewQuay Park while Ron Barassi Snr Oval has added significant open space and community infrastructure" width="580"></a>

<figcaption>Construction continues at NewQuay Park while Ron Barassi Snr Oval has added significant open space and community infrastructure</figcaption></figure><h2>Harbour Town</h2>

Ashe Morgan's purchase of the former Harbour Town retail and shopping precinct from ING has resulted in an ongoing transformation crating a quasi-shopping centre of sorts.

<figure><a class="colorbox colorbox-insert-image" href="https://res.cloudinary.com/dz9xllyip/image/fetch/q_auto:good/https://s3-ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/www.urban.com.au/s3fs-public/pictures/article-images/20170721_140454.jpg" rel="gallery-all" title="Harbour Town's revitalisation continues. "><img alt="" class="image-article-full-width-580px" height="538" src="/sites/urban.melbourne/files/styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/20170721_140454.jpg?itok=MBdYyGSt" title="Harbour Town's revitalisation continues. " width="580"></a>

<figcaption>Harbour Town's revitalisation continues.</figcaption></figure>The early stages have included an overhaul of shopfront facades and introduction of paving in lieu of exposed concrete aggregate finish with replacement of timber decking resulting in a much more consistent finish. Future works will include a Hoyts Cinema designed by NH Architecture, with future works involving the creation of a fresh food market and fish market with additions to the facades to Docklands Drive.

The fourth and final piece will cover Batman's Hill and surrounds. In the meantime further images of NewQuay and Harbour Town can be viewed in the slideshow below.
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Docklands Places and Spaces, part three: NewQuay and Harbour Town

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The wheels are turning on a variety of projects at MAB Corporation's NewQuay precinct, with their latest release racking up some impressive numbers..

Urban.com.au recently took the opportunity to interview MAB Corporation's General Manager of Residential, David Allt-Graham regarding their twin-towered Elm &amp; Stone project, in addition to the company's plans for the balance of the site. Located at 395 Docklands Drive, Elm &amp; Stone is the work of DKO Architecture. 

With a slant toward young professionals, Elm &amp; Stone offers a selection of loft apartments in the heart of Docklands and has been designed to appeal/cater toward the needs of a younger generation. MAB Corporation will also develop 221 suites within the golden tinged towers for Ascott Limited and the Qatari Investment Authority, which will be operated under the Quest Apartment Hotels banner.

Quest NewQuay is due to commence construction early next year and open during 2019. It will be the largest hotel in the Quest network, offering studio, one and two bedroom apartments, as well as facilities such as conference rooms, a business lounge, gymnasium and an outdoor terrace.

<figure><a class="colorbox colorbox-insert-image" href="https://res.cloudinary.com/dz9xllyip/image/fetch/q_auto:good/https://s3-ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/www.urban.com.au/s3fs-public/pictures/article-images/elm_and_stone_brooklyn_loft.jpg" rel="gallery-all" title="Elm &amp; Stone's 'Brooklyn' loft apartment. Image courtesy MAB"><img alt="" class="image-article-full-width-580px" height="397" src="/sites/urban.melbourne/files/styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/elm_and_stone_brooklyn_loft.jpg?itok=QY8EUQJ1" title="Elm &amp; Stone's 'Brooklyn' loft apartment. Image courtesy MAB" width="580"></a>

<figcaption>Elm &amp; Stone's 'Brooklyn' loft apartment. Image courtesy MAB</figcaption></figure>The conversation transpired as follows:

Urban.com.au: What features aside from the loft format define youthful preferences, and how are they applied to Elm &amp; Stone?

David Allt-Graham: Flexibility is the key to creating apartments that adjust to our evolving lifestyle. Young professionals want flexible spaces to suit a range of furniture sizes and configurations. Flexible interior colour palettes allow residents to use their imagination and create their own distinctive style. 

The interiors are contemporary yet timeless. They feature concrete ceilings, strip and track lighting creating ambience throughout, clever storage solutions and integrated appliances which enhance the minimalist and clean design.  Planter boxes have been included on some balconies creating the ideal environment to grow herbs or add colour with floral arrangements.

Bedrooms have additional Juliet balconies with sliding doors that can be opened to the morning sun and fresh harbour breeze.

The amenities at Elm &amp; Stone foster a sense of community for young residents, including a zen-garden, outdoor pool with barbeque and dining facilities, gymnasium as well as a ground floor lobby and library. Health and wellbeing is a major priority for younger buyers so it was a significant priority for MAB too.

UM: Will hotelier Quest be occupying the southern or northern building, and will private residences and Quest guests use common facilities? What communal facilities are on offer?

DA-G: Quest will be occupying the southern building, the serviced apartments will be completely separate from the private residences, including the entrances and communal facilities.

Elm &amp; Stone’s communal facilities include:

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<li>A garden on level 4 with a water feature and plenty of plants such as Chinese Elm trees. This has been designed to be a passive space for residents to unwind, read a book or relax.</li>
	<li>On level 6 there is an outdoor pool deck and dining facilities (BBQ, tables etc), which is a more active space for residents where they can enjoy the uninterrupted northern sun. However, if residents wish to swim laps indoors, Elm &amp; Stone will offer reciprocal rights to the development next door which will have an indoor pool (it is yet to be built).</li>
	<li>The ground floor lobby has a gymnasium, open staircase and a library. These visually-connected spaces aim to create a sense of activity and energy as soon as residents walk into the building.</li>
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<figure><a class="colorbox colorbox-insert-image" href="https://res.cloudinary.com/dz9xllyip/image/fetch/q_auto:good/https://s3-ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/www.urban.com.au/s3fs-public/pictures/article-images/mabc8986_elm_stone_ea01_pool.jpg" rel="gallery-all" title="Elm &amp; Stone rooftop podium pool. Image courtesy MAB Corporation"><img alt="" class="image-article-full-width-580px" height="340" src="/sites/urban.melbourne/files/styles/article_full_width_580px/public/pictures/article-images/mabc8986_elm_stone_ea01_pool.jpg?itok=Q9oaTYLr" title="Elm &amp; Stone rooftop podium pool. Image courtesy MAB Corporation" width="580"></a>

<figcaption>Elm &amp; Stone rooftop podium pool. Image courtesy MAB Corporation</figcaption></figure>UM: What percentage of dwellings are dedicated to lofts and are they found over the building's lower levels?

DA-G: Lofts occupy 22 percent of the building, and are located on the bottom six levels of the building, with 17 levels in total.

UM: How has buyer interest/sales progressed to date and what colour scheme/options have proven most popular? 

DA-G: It has become a bit of a trademark of MAB to offer a selection of different schemes instead of the traditional ‘light’ and ‘dark’ options. Buyers appreciate having choice when it comes to style and interior design.

At Elm &amp; Stone, the Upper East Side theme has overwhelmingly been the most popular (80% of buyers). Upper East Side is fresh and breezy with a focus on natural light. It includes clean lines of white metal, timber joinery and gold metallic highlights. This palette is versatile, created to adapt to various current and future design trends.

Buyers have also lent towards the Soho design, which is more sophisticated with darker tones, or Brooklyn, which is a bit more eclectic with stainless steel benchtops. 

Almost 40 percent of stock is sold. To date, we’ve sold 16 of the 31 lofts, all three townhouses and 36 of the 123 apartments.

UM: What does MAB have planned for The Quarter? Will it remain commercial or are MAB exploring other uses?

DA-G: The Quarter is still in planning, however MAB is currently working towards the site being a mixed commercial and retail site. MAB’s vision for NewQuay is to be a truly mixed-use precinct, one that people can live, work, shop and play; The Quarter will be an important addition in helping MAB to achieve this.

UM: Banksia appears to be making good progress - when does MAB anticipate completion?

DA-G: Banksia is tracking well and is on schedule for completion by the end of 2017 along with NewQuay Central Park.

UM: Is there a general timeline for NewQuay West to begin and can any further info on the precinct be divulged? 

DA-G: We have submitted a Development Plan application for NewQuay West and will proceed with a planning application after the Development Plan is approved.

The development of the Western Precinct has commenced with construction of the Ron Barassi Senior Reserve, and will be progressively developed until 2025. More details will be available once the Development Precinct is approved.
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