An application has been lodged for a new mixed-use development at the intersection of Josling Street and Brisbane Street in Toowong, marking another step in the suburb’s ongoing urban transformation.
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The proposed six-storey development, designed by Red Door Architecture, will deliver 43 residential units to Brisbane’s western inner city corridor, combining both permanent residences and short-term accommodation options.
Project Highlights
– 43 residential units featuring a diverse mix of configurations:
– 37 two-bedroom units
– 4 three-bedroom units
– 1 one-bedroom unit with multi-purpose room
– 1 two-bedroom unit with multi-purpose room
The development will feature extensive resident amenities including a rooftop swimming pool and communal dining area. The design incorporates 75 car parking spaces across two levels, with the ground floor dedicated to loading and servicing areas.
Strategic Location
The development site, located at 6 Josling Street and 73 Brisbane Street, Toowong, currently houses two residential dwellings slated for removal. It is strategically positioned within Toowong’s growing urban precinct. Planning documents highlight its prime location, situated within:
- 500m of Toowong Village shopping centre and major public transport hub
- 1.5km of the University of Queensland
- Close proximity to the Regatta Ferry Terminal
- Easy access to major road networks and active transport infrastructure
Design Features
The architectural design emphasises connectivity with the streetscape through strategic glazing placement, multiple building openings, and private balconies offering casual surveillance opportunities.
“The proposal aims to maximise the locational advantages of the site by providing a high-density residential development that will diversify and improve the residential capacity in the City’s Western inner city corridor,” according to planning documents.
The development will feature a vertical progression of spaces, with residential units spanning from Level 1 through Level 5, crowned by luxury amenities on Level 6. This arrangement aims to create an engaging living environment that capitalises on Brisbane’s subtropical climate while contributing to the area’s growing urban density.
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The application for the mixed-use development is currently under review by local planning authorities, with community feedback expected to play a role in the approval process.
Published 15-November-2024
