Meriton to create over 1300 apartments in Surfers Paradise following tower amendment

Harry Triguboff's Meriton is proposing to cut one of the three towers in their latest Surfers Paradise play.

It will be the short stay tower rather than the two residential towers that will be axed. That was set to be the smallest tower of the three at 57 levels, with 335 serviced apartments signed off.

The deletion of the tower leaves it a sole residential apartment project. The two towers that were approved by the Gold Coast City Council in October last year are set to get taller and more dense, as part of the recent application. Meriton is seeking to add a further six levels to one of the two towers to take it to 90 levels.

Meriton is also trying to increase the number of apartments in both towers, the taller from 522 to 690 and the smaller tower, at 77 levels, from 490 to 620.

Cypress Palms will be Triguboff's 21st high-rise development on the Gold Coast, having first visited the now thriving tourist mecca six decades ago.

“I have loved the Gold Coast since my first visit in the 1960’s, and after all my travels internationally, I still believe the Surfers Paradise beachfront is one of the best in the world," Triguboff told Urban.

“I have been very passionate about designing and delivering buildings that are in tune with the ocean and the golden beach that is just metres away.”

The nine site, 8083 sqm amalgamation spreads across Surfers Paradise Boulevarde, Palm Avenue, and Cypress Avenue, the latter which inspired the project name.

Cypress Palms will sit one street away from Gurner's approved La Pelago and two streets from SPG's approved Paradiso Place.

Meriton had DBI, who designed their Iconica project nearby, have taken the architectural reigns for Cypress.

They said in their design statement submitted to the Gold Coast City Council that the design of the three towers aims to create a bold and iconic presence as a gateway site to the Gold Coast CBD, while incorporating subtropical principles and street activation.

"The integration of the design elements creates a unique and vibrant addition to the Surfers Paradise skyline, creating a landmark destination for both residents and visitors," the local architecture firm noted.

"The towers are designed to maximize the potential of the site, with careful consideration given to the orientation, views and access to natural light and ventilation."

DBI said one of the key design features of the towers is the slab projection facing the streets, which creates a strong visual connection with the surrounding urban fabric.

"This design element not only provides shading and environmental control to the towers but also creates a sense of scale and texture, breaking down the massing of the towers and providing a human scale to the development."

"A golden spine acts as a unifying element that ties the towers together, providing a strong visual presence on the skyline. The spine is also designed to provide shading and environmental control to the towers, while also serving as a sculptural element that adds to the overall aesthetic and elegance of the development."

The five-level podium engages with the street level and will feature a mix of retail, dining, and entertainment spaces.

There's an elevated pool on level six, designed in a lagoon style to take advantage of the subtropical climate. 

"The sculptural elements of the podium create a cohesive design language throughout the development, adding to its elegance and sophistication," DBI added.

"The towers are deeply rooted in subtropical principles, with careful consideration given to sun and wind orientation, thermal mass, natural ventilation, and shading. The towers are designed to provide a comfortable and sustainable living environment for residents and guests while minimizing their environmental impact."