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Melbourne residential tower K1,&nbsp;boasts&nbsp;360&deg; views with homes offering spacious garden balconies.&nbsp;DE Atelier Architects have designed three-bedroom sky homes with graceful, organic shapes, natural warm materials and luxurious interiors.&nbsp;

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Bergman &amp; Co. creates interiors with exceptional clarity of vision to instil warmth, sophistication, and timeless beauty through combining the use of moody tones, sunlight and French oak. These residences are distinguished by exquisite features such as a desk suspended from the ceiling for the workspace, as well as finer details such as rose gold tapware, and curved garden terraces.

The kitchen includes VZug kitchen appliances that were manufactured in Switzerland, Liebherr integrated fridges and Vintec 40 bottle wine fridges.

Bathrooms include Rogerseller fittings that have been carefully selected to represent a timeless contemporary design with quality materials, simplicity and craftsmanship.&nbsp;Bathrooms also include heated shower rails and tile insert shower grate.

These luxurious residences come in a light and dark theme, both of which include neutral palettes.&nbsp;

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THE MATERIALS USED:

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	<li>Black Odyssey Marble benchtop&nbsp;and splashback</li>
	<li>Bottega and Angora Oak</li>
	<li>Smokey grey mirror wall</li>
	<li>Rose Copper</li>
	<li>Matte finish wall tiles</li>
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The gardens of K1 Residences are a defining aspect of the stunning building&#39;s design, designed by award-winning landscape architecture firm, Aspect Studios. Layers of greenery add a lovely tracery of dappled light to the exterior&#39;s arcs and crescents. This lush greenery reflects Melbourne&#39;s best-loved suburbs&#39; gardens and tree-lined streets.

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The verdant terrace features timber and natural greenery for you to enjoy the space for relaxation and socialisation. K1 Residences&#39; ground floor transitions seamlessly from a clean contemporary interior to a vast and beautifully planted garden. Residents can now enjoy indoor and outdoor living because of its low maintenance and stunning architecture.&nbsp;

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Located with the perfect balance of serenity and vibrancy, K1&rsquo;s immediate neighbourhood is tranquil and picturesque. The greatest of Melbourne&#39;s restaurants, entertainment opportunities, markets, shopping, and places to relax are all within walking distance. K1 provides easy access to everything Greater Melbourne has to offer. Major highways and freeways are only a few minutes away, and public transportation is easily accessible.

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For more enquires on K1 Residences, please contact our agents via Urban.&nbsp;

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The design details: Materials used to craft the recently completed K1 Residences

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Setting a new benchmark for luxury residences in Victoria, K1 Residences offers buyers the chance to secure a bespoke, whole-floor residence amongst Melbourne’s premier suburbs.

Located in Melbourne’s ‘green lungs’, postcode 3004, K1 is centred in the ideal synergy of serenity and convenience. The calm and picturesque neighbourhood sits minutes from Albert Park Lake, St Kilda and Prahran.

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Delivered by Optimus Developments, the distinctive building boasts 13 four-bedroom apartments, offering warm sophistication and timeless beauty.

With moody tones, 360-degree views and French oak, K1’s home-sized residences sacrifice nothing. Designed by DE atelier Architects and Bergman &amp; Co., the homes include spacious garden balconies, floor-to-ceiling windows and doors and oversized bathrooms.

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Designed by the landscape architects, Aspect Studios, K1’s gardens are a defining element of the building, with amenities including a sky garden to embody Melbourne’s best-loved suburbs and an infinity-edge pool for sophisticated, urban living.

“K1’s leafy green and lush vertical neighbourhood offers an enviable way of living that is luxurious, expansive and new to Melbourne”, the project marketing reads.

Residences within the project begin at $2,950,000. 

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Construction has commenced on the 13-storey apartment with Cobild appointed as the builder. It is expected to reach completion in April.
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K1 is centred in the ideal synergy of serenity and convenience, setting a new benchmark for luxury residences in Victoria

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K1 Residences: 13 levels, 13 full-floor apartments in Melbourne

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K1 Residences by Optimus Developments is located at K1 Union Street Melbourne and offers a unique point of difference to other developments on the market. as it is one of the most unique selections of residences to come onto the market this year.

Rising 13-storeys, K1 comprises 13 full floor residences covering an area of over 175sqm representing a rare opportunity to purchase full floor apartments with commanding 360-degree views. K1 seeks to provide owner occupiers with the ultimate luxury of living space with expansive views in every direction. These single floor luxury residences overlook Albert Park lake through to the gleaming towers of Melbourne’s CBD, Port Phillip Bay and the leafy boulevards of St Kilda Road.

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<figcaption>K1 Residences offer expansive views towards Albert Park Lake. Image courtesy Optimus developments</figcaption></figure>K1 has been designed by architectural firm DE atelier. The design has been inspired by the surrounding lush parklands and features full-grown trees, which will be deep planted on the K1 facade – the effect of which will be an arrangement of 'sky gardens.'

Additionally, K1 has sought to address the needs of discerning buyers and respond to an evolving market. DE atelier Architects have designed a residential apartment building that provides residents with all the the benefits and amenities associated with city apartment living but with the spatial qualities and characteristics of detached family homes.

The building's facade is influenced by the leafy streets of Hawthorn and Brighton with trees extending the height of the buildings. All homes within K1 are offered an outlook to these 'street trees' and it is here which has led to a unique design response. K1's exterior will present a striking, dynamic form to the street that is further softened by the curves of its sinuous balconies, which provide expansive views towards the city and beyond. Timber elements have been added to bring a more human scale to the spaces.

K1's design seeks to provide a private home that engages with nature and the surrounding context, which the design acknowledges and celebrates.

The ground floor apartment will feature an expansive outdoor leafy landscaped sanctuary with a 200 SQM private garden and an exclusive residents only entrance. A glamorous penthouse will crown K1 with a stunning 135 SQM entertainment terrace, sleek rooftop lap pool and breathtaking 360-degree view.

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<figcaption>K1's sleek rooftop lap pool offers breathtaking 360-degree views. Image courtesy Optimus Developments</figcaption></figure>Wendy Bergman, renowned for her hospitality and residential interior masterpieces has selected a rich, earthy palette of exquisite finishes such as marble, rich timber and luscious leather which is off set by cozy wool carpets, to create a home that is both sophisticated and comfortable. For K1, Bergman and Co, is collaborating with Melbourne’s internationally acclaimed local designers such as bespoke lighting and custom shelves by Paul Grummisch of Please Please Please with sparkling jewel like lights by Mark Douglas.

Construction is expected to commence in the new year.

<h2>What they say</h2>

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The surrounds of K1 have been acknowledged and have helped inform the identity of the building. The urban streetscape, and especially, the gardens of Albert Park and the mature tree lined St Kilda Boulevard have inspired the greening of K1. The apartments will feel like grand established mansions with private gardens
<cite>Leon Eyck, Director, DE atelier architects</cite>
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Fully delivered by Optimus Developments, we believe that K1 Residences will set a new benchmark for innovation and elegance in Melbourne. These are sophisticated and generous homes, with a sense of expansiveness that will embrace you upon arrival.
<cite>Andrew Karpati, Chief Executive Officer, Optimus Developments</cite>
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<blockquote>
K1 represents the timeless nature of quality design.
<cite>Wendy Bergman, interior designer, Bergman and Co</cite>
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K1 Residences look to set the tone for luxury living

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It's a great time if you happen to be in the market for an ultra-luxury abode withinin one of Melbourne's premier apartment projects. There's no shortage of choice, with some of the more recent releases to the market looking to set new benchmarks for size, price and overall luxury.

Hot on the heels of Mirvac unveiling The Grand Pavilion Penthouse within their Eastbourne development, Optimus Developments are preparing to release K1 Residences.

What makes the K1 Residences unique is that every dwelling within the project spans an entire floor; 13 levels and 13 apartments. Located off St Kilda Road, Optimus Developments have chosen to put the rare offering to market.

The project's smallest residence measures a spacious 175sqm, with every apartment afforded 360 degree views. K1 Residences' penthouse will also include a 135sqm terrace and rooftop lap pool.

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<figcaption>K1 Residences. Images: DE atelier Architects</figcaption></figure><blockquote>
Fully delivered by Optimus Developments, we believe that K1 Residences will set a new benchmark for innovation and elegance in Melbourne. These are sophisticated and generous homes, with a sense of expansiveness that will embrace you upon arrival.

The apartments will feel like grand established mansions with private gardens.
<cite>Andrew Karpati, Chief Executive Officer, Optimus Developments</cite>
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While K1 Residences shapes as a project devoted entirely to penthouse-style dwellings, Mirvac's Grand Pavilion Penthouse shapes as the ultimate offering to the market. Set above the Eastbourne which will account for what is now the Dallas Brooks Centre, the Grand Pavilion Penthouse is a collaboration between Bates Smart and Mirvac Design.

The numbers for the Grand Pavilion Penthouse are impressive with 507 square metres of internal living space, supplemented by a 301 square metre terrace. Outdoor features include an 11 metre long transparent perspex sided pool and spa, and 50m frontage to the Fitzroy Gardens.

Set 11 levels above the street, Mirvac have now opened a tender process for the dwelling, with interested buyers having until mid-November to log their interest.

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<figcaption>The Grand Pavilion. Image: Mirvac</figcaption></figure>Split between two wings, the Grand Pavilion Penthouse's west wing holds the master bedroom, walk in robes, ensuite, study, retreat and gym which can adapt to become a 5th bedroom. With either wing split between a central living/dining area, the eastern wing is devoted to the three remaining bedrooms, each with its own en suite and an additional bathroom.

The Grand Pavilion Penthouse also comes with parking for six vehicles and a Living Collection experience which includes an all-inclusive butler service, Pet au Pair and art curator provided over the course of a year.
While Mirvac's Grand Pavilion Penthouse shapes as Melbourne's best, competition is likely to come by way of Crown Resorts/Schiavello's One Queensbridge project. According to <a href="http://www.theaustralian.com.au/business/property/knight-frank-to-market-one-queensbridge/news-story/5607dcec8e5f8731963edd4b9e3111a8">The Australian</a>, the tower set for the banks of the Yarra will become Melbourne's first super prime development.

With a six star hotel included, One Queensbridge's private residences are also set to attain a similar level of luxury.
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Melbourne's new rash of penthouses continue to set the benchmark

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Located at the juncture of Thornbury and Preston, and occupying the site address of 9 High Street from which the project derives its name, Nine High is an 8-storey development of 68 apartments by <a href="http://kincaidprojects.com.au/">Kincaid Projects</a> and <a href="http://optimusdevelopments.com.au/">Optimus Developments</a>.

Sitting on the crest of Thornbury Hill with views down High Street, Nine High is a custom designed residential development that seeks to create a sense of place by embracing the rapidly gentrifying Thornbury community. According to the development team the location as a destination is critical to ensuring the project's success in addition to providing a quality product.

Those familiar with the rapidly changing face of the area will be aware of the distinct lack of design character shown by the majority of recent apartment developments completed nearby; something which Kincaid Projects and Optimus Developments have sought to address.

Nine High is a collaboration between Kincaid's in-house designer Joel Martin with <a href="http://www.eadesandbergman.com/">Eades &amp; Bergman</a>'s Wendy Bergman casting her eye over the interior specifications and layouts. Best known as the designer for some of Melbourne's newest hip eateries such as Kong or Meaball &amp; Winebar, Wendy has sought to flood apartments with natural light via a series of atriums and lightwells which puncture the building's volume.

The project team envisions Nine High becoming a benchmark building for the area and an architectural statement with its refined angles expressed in contemporary materials such as off-form concrete, Modwood Soffits, Alucobond cladding and black and gold metallic screens. The building's facade is animated via these operable screens which gives the exterior a kinetic rather than static quality.

The introduction of vegetation to the facade is designed to bring with it a sense of colour and vibrancy and soften the structure while contributing to resident wellbeing.

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Our design vision for Nine High was to create apartments where people can feel connected and develop their own sense of place. We've worked creatively with proportions, angles and materials, filled it with natural light and vegetation.

We believe our use of lush greenery, attractive materials and an elegant colour palette will raise the bar in Thornbury.
<cite>Joel Martin, Designer, Kincaid Projects</cite>
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Designed to be both versatile and functional, Nine High's apartments feature open plan, free flowing living configurations, customised fittings, a feature double-sized pantry and extra large balconies for entertaining, plus garden areas an landscaping designed by Urban Edge. Additionally storage cages are located conveniently on the same floors as apartments rather than with the parking areas.

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<figcaption>Nine High Interior. Image courtesy Kincaid Projects</figcaption></figure>Kitchens are arranged in a u-configuration and feature dual purpose benchtops which also act as dining tables reducing the requirement for a separate dining table. The apartments also feature other artisenal detailing in the form of custom-made metal pocket shelving within the bathrooms, bento box-inspired vanity tops and wine rack storage in kitchens.

The 68 apartments consist of one, two and three bedroom options with prices starting at $299,000 for a one bedroom apartment to $450,000 for two bedrooms which translates to a rate of $7,500 per square metre. Two retail tenancies will be located at ground level taking advantage of the City of Darebin's streetscape improvement plans for High Street which sees the reduction in number of traffic lanes and provision of bicycle lanes in lieu.

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<figcaption>High Street improvement works. Courtesy City of Darebin.</figcaption></figure><h2>What they say</h2>

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We chose to develop Nine High in the heart of Thornbury-Preston as this is a vibrant part of Melbourne. With its proximity to the city, public transport and High Street's eclectic shops, this strip is full of enterprising young creatives that share our appreciation for this area.

We want to be a part of what's happening, and we're really excited by our vision for Nine High. It's not just another apartment building; it's a unique beautifully designed space that will be a joy to live in, and we're proud to put our names to it.
<cite>Kris Burt, Director Kincaid Projects</cite>
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<blockquote>
Nine High is exactly the right match for us. A project that is not only tempting for the investor's eye, but more importantly a place we, ourselves, would also enjoy calling home. First of all, the location of the rapidly gentrifying Preston-Thornbury area is perfect. On my first site visit I was immediately amazed by the bustling, lively strip of High Street, full of little cafes and shops, just a stone's throw from Nine High.

Second, the building itself is outstanding, with an exterior that will attract the attention of any passer-by, and a beautiful interior design that will fulfill all expectations of even the most discerning buyers. Nine High is so much more than just a great project and we are extremely proud to be involved in its creation.
<cite>Andrew Karpati, CEO Optimus Developments</cite>
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The project has already been well received before its official launch. Onsite hoardings have generated a lot of interest from potential buyers with 60 inquiries being fielded and 10 apartments being reserved over a two day period.

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