ALBA puts the river and the city skyline in every home

AT A GLANCE: 

• Developers: Frank Developments & Signature Property Partners 
• Architect: BYculprit.
• Address: 92 Kingsford Smith Drive, Hamilton, QLD 4007
• No. of Residences: 86
• Estimated Completion Date: Q3 2029

On a stretch of Kingsford Smith Drive where the Brisbane River curves past Hamilton, ALBA is taking shape as a collection of 86 two-, three-, and four-bedroom homes across 17 residential levels.

Developed by Frank Developments and Signature Property Partners, it is built on a simple idea: premium living shouldn’t mean having to choose.

“This stretch of Hamilton lets you wake up to the river and still be 6km from the CBD, and we didn’t want a single resident to miss out on that,” explained Frank Licastro, founder and managing director of Frank Developments.

“So every level at ALBA looks to both the water and the skyline, and we gave three full levels to amenity, from the ALBA Café at the front door to the pool on the roof.”

The same partnership delivered Della ROSA in New Farm, which recently won the Design and Medium Density categories at the 2026 UDIA Queensland Awards for Excellence, and was named a finalist for Project of the Year and Construction.

Designed around the river

ALBA’s architecture comes from BYculprit., who looked directly to the water for the building’s form. The curved tower takes its cue from the movement of the river, while a natural stone podium grounds it with an earthier, textural base. Greenery runs up the building, softening its presence on the riverfront.

Every level has been oriented to take in both the Brisbane River and the city skyline, so those outlooks aren’t reserved for a handful of premium floors.

Homes with room to move

Across every home, floorplans are laid out for both quiet nights in and hosting, with expansive living areas opening onto private outdoor space. For anyone trading a large family house for something easier to look after, there’s still room for the dining table, the guest bedroom, and the life that goes with them.

Two-bedroom homes with a multipurpose room measure around 146 sqm, some three-bedroom layouts reach 195 sqm, and the four-bedroom sub-penthouse spans 331 sqm, coming soon.

Interiors are finished with European oak engineered timber floors, Taj Mahal stone-look benchtops, Studio Bagno brushed nickel tapware, and fully integrated Miele kitchen and laundry appliances. Plus, fully ducted air conditioning with individual zone control and double glazing to the exterior complete the picture, ensuring these residences are as functional as they are beautiful.

Three levels of amenity

Nearly 4,000 sqm of shared space is spread across the ground floor, podium, and rooftop. At ground level, residents have ALBA Café, a residents’ lounge, a dog wash, and secure bicycle and e-scooter storage.

The podium is given over to wellness and work: a gym, a Pilates and yoga studio, traditional and infrared saunas, plunge pools, and a treatment room sit alongside a work-from-home lounge and private offices.

Up top, an infinity-edge pool with private cabanas looks out over the river and city, joined by private dining rooms, BBQ terraces, an open-air cinema, and even a full-size pickleball court. With an on-site building manager and a 24/7 virtual concierge, your day-to-day is truly looked after.

The Riverwalk at the front door

ALBA sits 6km from Brisbane’s CBD, with the Lores Bonney Riverwalk starting right outside. Follow it towards Newstead and Teneriffe, or head to the cafés and restaurants of Racecourse Road. Portside Wharf and the Breakfast Creek Hotel are close by.

CityCat services link residents to the wider river network, and the Inner City Bypass puts Brisbane Airport around 10km away. It’s an established, quieter riverside pocket of Brisbane, with the city still within easy reach.

Visit the display

ALBA is under construction by Frank Developments, with completion expected in Q3 2029. Two-bedroom homes are priced from $1,925,000 and three-bedroom homes from $2,600,000. The sub-penthouse is coming soon.

Experience ALBA for yourself at the display suite, located at 5/9 Longland Street, Newstead, open Monday to Thursday from 10 am to 3 pm, and by appointment Friday to Sunday.

Click here to explore available homes and floor plans, or to enquire.