An application has been lodged for Spring House, a 25-storey mixed-use build-to-rent and short-term accommodation tower at 157–163 Leichhardt Street, Spring Hill, by developer Pellicano Living.
The proposal represents a transition from a previously approved build-to-sell scheme to Pellicano’s operational model that integrates long-stay apartments, short-term accommodation under its Rambla brand, and wellness amenities under Neuewell.
According to MAS Architecture, the design for Spring House draws on themes of renewal and nature, expressed through a façade of textured concrete, brick and breezeblock detailing inspired by floral geometry. The form is grounded in Pellicano’s build-to-rent identity with refined materiality and a focus on comfort and visual interest across the vertical façade.
The building integrates a vibrant streetscape interface with a café tenancy and landscaped verge featuring outdoor seating, feature palms and cascading greenery along Leichhardt Street. LatStudios’ landscape design introduces a layered subtropical feel with hardy plants, deep planters and shade trees across multiple levels.
Project Rundown
| Development Parameter | Proposed Development |
|---|---|
| Address: | 157–163 Leichhardt Street, Spring Hill |
| Development Type: | Build-to-Rent and Short-Term Accommodation Mixed-Use Tower |
| Site Area: | 1,447 m² |
| Height: | 25 storeys / approximately 85 metres |
| Apartments: | Build-to-Rent Apartments: – 36 studios – 65 one-bedroom apartments – 15 two-bedroom apartments – Total of 116 build-to-rent apartments Short-Term Accommodation Units: – 70 studio suites – 74 one-bedroom suites – Total of 144 short-term accommodation units |
| Elevators: | 3 lifts (lift-to-unit ratio 1:86.6) |
| Communal Space: | Rooftop recreation area with pool, spa, plunge pool, gym, sauna, steam room, BBQs and cinema room |
| Retail: | 63 m² food and drink outlet fronting Leichhardt Street |
| Car Parking: | 163 spaces across three basement levels and two podium levels |
| Bike Parking: | Approximately 100 spaces across basement and podium levels |
| Developer: | Pellicano Living Pty Ltd |
| Architect: | MAS Architecture |
| Landscape Design: | LatStudios |
| Town Planner: | Property Projects Australia |
| Sustainability: | Rooftop Solar: Proposed rooftop solar for communal building energy consumption Energy Efficiency: Passive design, facade shading Waste Management: Dedicated refuse room with compactor and baler, a recycling chute has been proposed for all habitable levels to encourage building recycling Water Conservation: Stormwater treatment tank below ground Green Landscaping: Deep planting zones to podium and rooftop planting with macro-leaf species Active Transport Facilities: End-of-trip and extensive basement bike storage facilities |
| Date Submitted: | September 2025 |
| Assessment Level: | Code Assessment |
| DA Application Link: | A006852431 |
The rooftop functions as a communal urban sanctuary with a pool deck, spa, cabanas, outdoor dining spaces, gym, cinema room, sauna, steam room and cold-plunge pool, all oriented toward city views. These facilities align with Pellicano’s Neuewell wellness philosophy that promotes health and community connection among residents.
LatStudios’ landscape vision is anchored in subtropical design principles that emphasise species diversity, rainwater reuse and shade to reduce heat gain. Deep planting areas at the podium level offer green relief while the streetscape plan improves pedestrian amenity through a widened verge, seating and enhanced accessibility for all abilities.
The proposal includes three levels of basement car parking and two podium levels above, with short-stay drop-off areas and dedicated loading bays. Active transport is supported by multiple bicycle storage rooms and pedestrian-friendly connections to public transport at Roma Street Station and the CBD.
This application supersedes a previously approved application for 157 Leichardt Street, Spring Hill.
Pellicano is an integrated Australian property group with a history spanning over 50 years. Its Pellicano Living division operates multiple build-to-rent projects across the eastern seaboard including South City Square in Woolloongabba. The group’s Rambla and Neuewell sub-brands focus on short-stay accommodation and wellness integration respectively.
ABSOLUTELY DREADFUL!
Brisbane’s Architectural aesthetic is going backwards
Agree, looks like a very ordinary block of flats from the 70’s
Looks absolutely diabolical. This is the last thing Brisbane needs more of.
Who cares what they look like. Brisbane needs way more of this, plus a stock load of affordable units. If you want want aesthetics then you will pay plenty for it. That why most unit stock costs a fortune now. Luxury we can’t afford
Now if only someone can do something with the unfinished building next door.
I don’t know why they don’t make the whole thing a hotel. we need so many more hotel rooms before the Olympics.