Southbank tower awarded ‘Best Apartment Development’ in Australia

AT A GLANCE: 

• Developer: OSK Property
• Builder: Multiplex
• Number of Residences: 602
• Estimated Completion Date: March 2028

BLVD at Melbourne Square has cemented its reputation as a standout in Australian apartment developments, securing four coveted titles at the PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards (Australia): Best Wellness Residential Development, Best Integrated Work from Home Development, Best Apartment Interior Design, and the honour of being awarded the Best Apartment Development (Australia).

The latest stage in the Melbourne Square precinct, BLVD delivers tomorrow’s living standards today, and these accolades further reflect the project’s innovative offering.

For project developer OSK Property, the success of BLVD is a validation of their vision for future-forward living spaces.

Ivy Chen, sales and marketing director of OSK Property Australia, said, “Being recognised by these awards is a testament to our team’s unwavering commitment to design, innovation, and exceptional lifestyle, and the vision we have for BLVD and the greater Melbourne Square precinct.”

Best Wellness Residential Development

As one of Australia’s first residential projects registered to pursue WELL Certification, and with wellness at the heart of the design philosophy, it’s no wonder that BLVD won in the ‘Best Wellness Residential Development’ category.

Exclusive to residents is The Podium Club on level 8 – a comprehensive suite of wellness amenities that include a 25-metre heated indoor pool, spa, sauna, and a state-of-the-art gym. A Zen garden, spanning 425 sqm, provides an oasis of calm, offering a serene green space for unwinding or hosting guests.

An entertainer’s dream, this space is also home to a lounge, cinema/karaoke room, and golf simulator.

Sky high, the exclusive Skye Club on level 55 is where residents will find a cocktail lounge, private dining room, and another gym – all with sweeping vistas from the Melbourne skyline to the Bay.

Best Integrated Work from Home Development

The integration of work-from-home solutions has never been more essential, and BLVD rises to the challenge with Co-Quarter. This expansive, two-level co-working space spans 285 sqm over levels 55 and 56, redefining residential living in a post-pandemic world.

Designed to accommodate the fluidity of modern work patterns, it blends wellness-focused principles with professional functionality. Here, residents benefit from a workspace that combines co-working spaces, private pods, and meeting facilities, beautifully backdropped by stunning views of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Port Phillip Bay, and Albert Park Lake.

Best Apartment Interior Design

BLVD’s interiors, crafted by Melbourne-based architecture and interior design studio Carr, embrace a minimalist and timeless aesthetic. The design draws inspiration from the natural beauty of Melbourne Square’s surroundings, incorporating warm, tonal materials and textured finishes that exude understated sophistication.

Each residence is an exercise in balance, pairing functional layouts with premium fittings to create spaces that are as liveable as they are visually stunning.

The attention to detail and seamless blending of form and function underscore BLVD’s recognition as a leader in interior design, as affirmed by its winning the ‘Best Apartment Interior Design’ award.

The project’s Penthouse Residences also contributed to BLVD winning the award – an exclusive collection of eight meticulously designed homes by internationally renowned designer David Hicks.

“To establish a unique direction, we looked towards the East and the West for inspiration,” said David.

“From the most luxurious developments in New York to refined Parisian apartments, to luxury hotels in Japan and Asia.”

The result is grand sky-high homes, each boasting a private entry lobby, marble flooring, large island benches and marble benchtops in kitchens, extensive glazing to allow natural light and stunning views from each space, and ensuites to each bedroom. Akin to Manhattan’s world-class ‘Billionaire’s Row’ penthouses, this collection also offers a one-of-a-kind duplex penthouse.

Looking ahead… 

Currently under construction, BLVD at Melbourne Square is set to be fully completed in Q1 2028, with settlements commencing from late 2026. Located in the vibrant Southbank precinct, it represents a landmark addition to the Melbourne skyline and a vibrant contribution to the city’s urban fabric.

Even with such a glowing list of awards, it’s not over for BLVD. Next month, the project team will compete in Bangkok for further recognition at the PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards, showcasing Australia’s design excellence on the Asian stage.

One-, two-, three-, and four-bedroom apartments are still available at BLVD, with one-bedders priced from $600,000.

You can take a sneak peek at these award-winning residences yourself by visiting the BLVD Display Gallery at 29 Balston Street, Southbank.

For more information or to enquire on BLVD at Melbourne Square, click here.