In a market where affordable too often means small, ZEN Group – an experienced developer and builder – is delivering something different: genuinely oversized apartments with refined, timeless finishes, designed to feel like home.

Located at 18 Meron Street, Southport, Vela is a boutique collection of just 69 residences for buyers who want more space, quality construction and a highly connected Gold Coast lifestyle, in one of the city's fastest-growing and most convenient locations.

Designed by Mullarch Architects, Vela balances sculptural form with effortless liveability. A grounded palette of stone, timber and texture gives the façade a quiet elegance, while lush landscaping softens its edges. The building is oriented to capture sunlight, views and prevailing breezes, so every residence feels bright, airy and open to the outdoors.

Inside, the layouts are built for real life. Living areas draw natural light from two directions, and open-plan kitchens flow into the dining room, perfect for entertaining. Oversized balconies extend the living space outdoors, to make use of the serene Gold Coast atmosphere. The master suite enjoys dual-aspect light, a walk-in robe and a private ensuite.

Kitchens are tailored with a full Fisher & Paykel suite as standard: a panel-integrated refrigerator and dishwasher that sit flush behind custom cabinetry, a cooktop, smart pyrolytic oven, rangehood and microwave, plus a dryer in the dedicated laundry. It's premium performance built in from day one.

Bathrooms are designed as calm, light-filled retreats, with frameless walk-in showers, expansive mirrors and custom vanities with generous storage. Travertine-inspired tiles and stone benchtops add natural texture, finished with durable brushed nickel fixtures.

Beyond the front door, Vela's shared spaces extend the sense of home. A landscaped residents' retreat at ground level offers places to pause or catch up with neighbours, while the outdoor BBQ area is made for easy, everyday gatherings. Wellness is part of daily life, with a swimming pool, a sauna and an ice bath on site.

Ferry Road Markets, Australia Fair, the Broadwater, Griffith University, Gold Coast University Hospital and the G:link light rail are all within easy reach, putting the best of the coast's shopping, dining and recreation on your doorstep.

Project Features:

• Stunning views of Broadwater to the North or skyline Surfers to the South with water views of the Nerang River.
• Low body corporate fees
• Open-plan living and dining areas
• Large entertainer's balcony
• Timber flooring throughout living areas
• Integrated fridge and dishwasher
• Fisher & Paykel oven, microwave, cooktop and rangehood
• Quality tapware and fixtures
• Approximately 2.6m ceilings throughout
• Separate laundry
• Boutique building of only 69 residences across 9 levels
• Resort-style amenities including pool, sauna, ice bath and BBQ entertaining area
• Developed and built by trusted South East Queensland developer and builder Zen Group (Delivered 500 + apartments Since 2001)
• Construction commenced in November 2025
• Under construction with estimated completion Q3 2027
• 3 bedroom apartments from $1,495,000
• 3 bedroom penthouses from $1,657,000
• 4 bedroom penthouses from $2,410,000