Keylin And Mackwell Lodge Mixed Use Project With Extensive Rooftop Amenities

A development application has been lodged for a five storey mixed use project at 2–8 Latrobe Terrace and 299 Given Terrace in Paddington, combining residential apartments with retail, commercial and recreation uses on a prominent inner city corner.

The proposal has been put forward by joint venture partners Keylin and Mackwell, with SJB Architects engaged to deliver the design. It would see a 1,822 square metre ridgeline site transformed into a mid rise development comprising 29 apartments above an activated ground plane.

The development is positioned at the intersection of Latrobe Terrace and Given Terrace, within one of Brisbane’s most established character precincts. According to the developer, the project has been designed to respond directly to Paddington’s distinctive built form and village atmosphere.

Mackwell Managing Director John Robson said the intent is to balance new development with the suburb’s existing identity.

“Careful consideration was given to preserving this character and respecting the suburb’s heritage, while creating spaces that meet the needs of the growing community.”

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The architectural approach reflects this, drawing on traditional materials and elements found throughout Paddington including red brick, timber detailing and articulated verandah forms. The building is expressed as a layered composition with recessed balconies, curved edges and deep planting integrated throughout the facade.

At ground level, the project introduces retail, office and indoor recreation uses designed to activate both Latrobe Terrace and Given Terrace. The site’s corner position allows for a continuous active frontage, contributing to pedestrian activity and reinforcing the area’s role as a local centre.

Mr Robson said the development is also intended to support surrounding businesses, noting challenges within the local retail strip.

“Nearby retail shops have suffered high turnover, and we see a real opportunity to invest in the area in a way that supports the local community and businesses.”

The residential component is distributed across Levels 1 to 4, delivering a mix of two and three bedroom apartments, with several configurations including multipurpose rooms. Upper levels are weighted toward larger formats, aligning with owner occupier demand typically seen in inner west locations.

Rooftop amenities form a key component of the proposal, significantly expanding on what is typically delivered in projects of this scale. Residents would have access to a pool, gym, sauna, yoga lawn, library, lounge and dining areas, as well as barbecue facilities and a dedicated dog wash area. The rooftop is designed as a landscaped communal space, incorporating planting and greenery to soften the building’s upper profile while providing usable outdoor space.

Additional landscaping is proposed throughout the building, including deep planting zones and podium level greenery prepared by Saunders Havill, contributing to both the streetscape and internal amenity.

Sustainability measures outlined in the proposal include rooftop solar panels oriented to the north, natural ventilation strategies and integrated planting across multiple levels to improve environmental performance and occupant comfort.

The site is located within the Latrobe and Given Terraces neighbourhood plan and zoned District Centre under Brisbane City Plan 2014, where a mix of residential and commercial uses is encouraged in proximity to existing retail and transport networks.

Keylin Group and Mackwell bring experience across residential and mixed use developments in South East Queensland. Keylin has delivered a number of master planned and townhouse communities including Serenity on the Gold Coast, while Mackwell has been involved in a range of investment and adaptive reuse projects including the restoration of heritage buildings in Brisbane’s CBD.

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