The ever-popular site tours for this year’s Urbanity have been unveiled.
The tours give attendees the the chance to see first-had some of the most interesting, innovative and compelling developments that are shaping the Gold Coast today.
Begin your Urbanity 2024 experience on Tuesday, July 30 by exploring a hinterland wellness retreat, and luxury high-end residential and hotel developments on the Glitter Strip.
Following the guided tours, you will be transported to our welcome party, hosted at La Luna Beach Club, giving you a peerless opportunity to create meaningful connections with industry leaders.
| Final Release Tickets Available Here |
Attendees will receive an exclusive tour of the newly completed Eco View Retreat, overlooking the Tallebudgera Valley. The tour will be led by the man behind the retreat, Tony De Leede, and his team and includes a visit to the renowned wellness development Gwinganna Lifestyle Retreat.
Tour highlights
Innovative Design: Insight into the eco-friendly design by Studio P, featuring 15 cabins and a central pavilion.
Wellness Amenities: Explore wellness facilities, including a spa, equine therapy areas, and yoga spaces.
Sustainable Development Practices: Overview of environmentally friendly design principles used in both Gwinganna and Eco View Retreat.
Market Appeal: Understanding the growing demand for wellness retreats, especially post covid, and their appeal in the property market.
Operational Model: Examine a successful facilities-for-hire concept and group booking strategies used in these developments.
This tour will take attendees across the southern Gold Coast to explore two notable developments led by Spyre Group and Mosaic Property Group.
Luxury residential apartments overlooking Coolangatta beach.
Project Inception: Learn about the initial vision and concept development for Cala Dei, including market research, site selection, and feasibility studies.
Design and Planning: Examine the modern design elements that incorporate open spaces, natural light, and premium materials. Understand the challenges faced during the design phase, such as regulatory approvals and integrating sustainable practices.
Construction Phase: Gain insights into the construction process, including project management, timeline, and overcoming construction challenges such as site logistics and material sourcing.
Market Positioning: Review the market strategy that positions Cala Dei as an attractive option for both local and international buyers. Discuss the unique selling points and target demographics, and how the project team navigated market fluctuations and buyer expectations.
High-end residential apartments in Mermaid Beach comprising 86 apartments across 30 levels.
Concept and Vision: Understand the vision behind Dawn, including the inspiration for its design and the strategic planning involved in bringing the concept to life.
Architectural and Design Challenges: Analyse the architectural details and design decisions that define Dawn. Learn about the challenges faced in balancing aesthetics with functionality and sustainability.
Development and Construction: Explore the development timeline, key milestones, and how the project team addressed construction challenges such as resource management and maintaining quality standards.
Community Integration: Discuss how Dawn integrates with the surrounding community, including efforts to foster a sense of community among residents and the impact on local infrastructure and services.
Explore Kirra Point Precinct—a multi–stage development shaping the Gold Coast skyline.
Miles Residences:
Walk thorough the first residential tower completed within the Kirra Point Master Plan. Delivered in March 2024 after a decade of strategic planning, Miles Residences shows architectural brilliance. Learn how the north-south axis design ensures every apartment benefits from ocean views and solar access.
Kirra Beach Hotel and Kirra Beach House:
Kirra Beach Hotel and Kirra Beach House opened to the public in November 2023. These venues breathe life into the precinct, integrating a Gold Coast icon into a modern mixed-use precinct. Learn how the tall ‘wave’ was designed and how public spaces were maximised.
Integrated Precinct Vision:
Hear insights into the comprehensive planning approach undertaken by KTQ Group. Learn about the seven-year site amalgamation process that enabled a strategic arrangement of buildings across the master plan to utilise space. Explore the future stages of development, including additional residential towers, a resort hotel, retail, hospitality, and wellness tenancies.
Why attend Urbanity?
Urbanity is Australia’s premier property conference, hosting more than 500 attendees across three days at The Star on the Gold Coast. There will be hands-on workshops, 30 interactive sessions and multiple networking opportunities.
Final Release Tickets Available Here
| Urbanity 24: July 30 to August 1, 2024 |
