199-201 Normanby Road_Southbank
AC Marriot
Value: $180M
Nestled in a prestigious inner-city enclave, with both the CBD and Fishermans Bend on its doorstep, Normanby brings together the very best of Melbourne living in one sculptural landmark address.
With an international hotel and exceptional residences commanding city views – Normanby is designed for a brilliant future, delivered by the visionary partnership of Capital Alliance and DKO Architecture.
Featuring 336sqm of retail space, 111 residential apartments and 193 hotel guest rooms, the building reaches 40-story in height and includes a fully automatic sophisticated car stacking system for 140 car spaces. Resident facilities include a restaurant, gym, infinity pool, steam/sauna facilities, lounge and communal dining areas and bar.
3-43 Dockland Drive_Docklands
Marriot Docklands
Value: $250M
The first Marriott hotel to be built in Australia in over 20 years forms part of the mixed-use development that includes The Docklands Residences. Meticulously crafted with superior finishes, awash with natural light through floor-to-ceiling windows, featuring a private balcony or winter garden, and offering exceptional water and city views, The Docklands Residences is a premium address for a premier location.
On site amenities include restaurants, a rooftop infinity pool and bar, executive facilities and state-of-the-art function spaces. The development comprises 190 hotel guest rooms, 110 residential apartments and mechanical parking spread over 16 levels.
Urban Acquired the Site under a complex transaction structure on behalf of the Client Capital Alliance Investment Group and undertook Development and Project Management services through until its settlement and completion.
33 King Street_Melbourne
Quincy Hotel
The Quincy Hotel project is a hotel to be located heart of Melbourne’s nightlife on King Street. Completed in 2020, the Quincy consists of 30 levels providing 256 rooms, a Hotel Bar on level 28 with Terrace, Gym & Pool areas.
Urban provided Project Development Services and key stakeholder management shortly after the project planning approval through until operator handover. The property was delivered through an integrated fund through from original land owner BPM to ultimate owner and operator led design and delivery.
21 Ocean Beach Road_Sorrento
The Continental / Intercontinental
Value: $200M
The Continental has been the most famous landmark of Victoria’s sought-after seaside town of Sorrento since 1875. Retaining the beloved heritage character, Urban were integral in the reimagining of this icon as a lifestyle precinct that brings a piece of luxury to everyone with a highly curated collection of experiences.
Incorporating a variety of uses in a wholistic mixed-use experience, including 108 hotel rooms under operator IHG, 8 Dining and Function Spaces operated by a collaboration of Kickon Group and Picket and Co over 1,500sqm of Wellness spaces operated by the highly awarded wellness operator Aurora.
Urban were engaged prior to the acquisition of the site by a consortium comprising the Victor Smorgon Group, the Kanat Group and Trenerry Property and facilitated the site due diligence, consultant team selection, Project Development Management Services and ultimate integration of the Precincts operator briefs and requirements into the end product.
The works commenced on site in the midst of the Global Pandemic and were completed in late 2022. It has achieved and continues to achieve accolades, awards and nominations for not only its stoic restoration of a Heritage icon but for its best in class operator and hospitality experiences.