Twin-Tower Design Revealed for Merivale Street, South Brisbane

Developer KS Property, has submitted a development application to Brisbane City Council for a significant residential-led mixed-use project comprising two 30-storey towers located at 62-66 Merivale Street, South Brisbane.

The proposal includes a dual-tower design with 1,137 square metres of green walls integrated into the podium. According to Finegrain Group, these features are intended to improve environmental performance and contribute to the visual quality of the streetscape.

The design by Finegrain Group includes naturally ventilated corridors, extensive greenery, and communal areas. The two towers are visually separated through breaks at the podium, recreation levels, and rooftop terraces. According to the architect, the undulating balcony forms are intended to create a sculptural appearance and sense of movement.

The development proposes resident amenities across multiple levels, each tailored to support communal and lifestyle uses. At street level, the design includes public verandah spaces with retail tenancies, seating, and large-scale planting aimed at activating the Merivale and Russell Street frontages. Levels two to five feature vertical green facades, intended to provide both ecological value and visual variety.

Level five introduces a distinctive landscaped area inspired by subtropical gorge environments, with columnar trees and cascading plantings. Each tower benefits by a recreation level provided on Level 17, which includes the provision of multi-purpose sports courts, expansive outdoor BBQ areas, cardio and weight areas, wellness area (including hot and cold plunge pools, steam room, sauna and treatment room), outdoor lounging area and a pool / spa area oriented to the east and capitalising on views of the Brisbane City skyline. Each tower also includes a recreational level provided on the rooftop (Level 30) and includes a resident’s lounge, dining room areas, cinema, work from home space, board room and multi-purpose room.

In total, the proposal promises 3,272 square metres of communal open space, equivalent to 148% of the site’s area, reinforcing the project’s commitment to community well-being and lifestyle quality.

Green infrastructure is central to the proposal, achieving a green plot ratio of 129%, which translates to 4,654 square metres of lush vegetation, including deep planting zones, green facades, and containerised planting throughout the project.

Plant selections emphasise subtropical species such as Golden Penda, Blue Quandong, and Giant Peace Lily, reflecting Brisbane’s unique climate and reinforcing ecological benefits such as biodiversity, urban cooling, and improved air quality.

The landscape strategy is complemented by practical sustainability measures, including a 30,000-litre irrigation tank to sustainably manage water usage throughout the project’s expansive landscaping areas.

Finegrain Group highlights that “the project embraces Brisbane’s subtropical identity and commitment to sustainable growth, harmoniously blending natural and built environments. The design not only elevates aesthetic and environmental value but fosters a strong sense of community interaction and connection to place.”

The proposed design actively engages pedestrians, providing a large, welcoming public verandah at street level. This space integrates retail activity, shaded seating areas, and extensive landscaping to enhance walkability and public interaction between Russell Street and Merivale Street.

Advanced Bars plans further enhancements with public art installations in collaboration with Brisbane City Council’s Public Art Committee, alongside a bespoke lighting design to accentuate the flowing facades and podium greenery, enhancing the building’s visual impact during both day and night.

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The development is spearheaded by Advanced Bars Pty Ltd, acting as trustee for the Merivale Properties Unit Trust, a dedicated vehicle established specifically for the project at 62–66 Merivale Street. Advanced Bars is associated with Melbourne-based developer KS Property, led by directors James and John Kaias.

The Kaias family has a growing presence in Brisbane, notably behind high-profile projects such as the residential Opera Residences and the commercial tower Mobo, both located in South Brisbane. Their recent ventures also include a landmark 71-storey residential tower designed by acclaimed architect Koichi Takada in Brisbane’s CBD.

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