Surfers Paradise, Melbourne receive towers full of residential space.

“Unique, Attractive” Addition for Surfers Paradise

Surfers Paradise on Australia’s Gold Coast is set to get an 89-story, 304-m-tall addition described by the Gold Coast city architect as “unique and attractive,” The Urban Developer reported. Developed by Forise Holdings of China, The Spirit will house approximately 480 apartments, more than that of the architectural landmark Q1 (which, at 322 m, is still taller). The bottom three floors are to house a mix of retail and entertainment. The local council unanimously approved The Spirit, which is undulating yet slender, after being advised it will fit in perfectly with the Gold Coast’s lofty skyline. DBI Design Pty. Ltd. is behind the architecture.

“Upper West Side” Now Complete in Melbourne

With delivery of Tower Three of Far East Consortium’s Upper West Side residential development at 33 Rose Lane in the central business district (CBD) of Melbourne, Australia, the project is now complete, The Urban Developer reported. Designed by Cottee Parker, Tower Three stands 52 stories and contains approximately 640 apartments. In all, Upper West Side has housing for approximately 4,000, a large retail component and amenities such as a rock-climbing wall, pool and gymnasium.