ALAND to elevate Gosford’s drinking and dining experience with Archibald Skybar and Lounge
Leading Sydney developer ALAND is set to bring a new level of sophistication to the Central Coast with its plans to build Archibald Skybar and Lounge, the region's highest bar.
The bar will be located on the 28th floor of a premium hotel and luxury residential complex, offering a 270-degree view of Brisbane Waters. With a relaxed yet sophisticated atmosphere, the bar will accommodate up to 400 patrons and include a cocktail lounge, function space, and a separate bar and terrace.
According to Ryan Lane, ALAND's Head of Development, the Archibald Skybar and Lounge will provide a unique and untapped experience for the Central Coast.
“When we set out to investigate the viability of the Skybar we discovered that something like this would be extremely unique for the area. There simply isn't anyone with an offering like this on the coast. There are obviously some comparable offerings around Sydney or the Gold Coast, but what we were really careful not to do was repeat something that's been done in another location.”
He said ALAND worked closely with established designers and architects to come up with a bespoke concept which is tailored for the Central Coast market.
“It's designed to be very approachable and welcoming, but not too over the top. However, it will still provide a point of difference for entertainment that the Central Coast doesn't currently have,” Lane added.
“There are pub and restaurant offerings, but the Skybar is going to give locals a venue they can really celebrate. You can have birthday parties, weddings and any number of functions at the rear of the space where you can hire out the whole venue.”
Situated at 108 Donnison Street in the heart of Gosford's CBD, the Archibald Skybar and Lounge is close to Central Coast Stadium and other popular venues such as Hotel Gosford, Railway Hotel, and Union Hotel.
Once completed in the third quarter of 2024, Archibald will be a bustling hub of activity, with 323 apartments and 130 hotel rooms housing an estimated total of 850 people. In addition, the new Archibald Skybar and Lounge is set to attract locals looking for a stylish and sophisticated social venue.
Lane said the future hospitality operators of both the Archibald Skybar and Lounge and hotel have yet to be announced, however, the group is confident that the results of a rigorous tender process will lead to the selection of top industry players.
“With regards to the Hotel, we’re very well progressed with conversations after having gone through a meticulous tender process with significant response from some pretty prominent brands. In the past, with similar projects, we might have had a handful of qualified interested parties but when you have more than
10 significantly interested parties - as we have experience with Archibald - it shows the strength of the opportunity in the Gosford market,” he said.
Despite the yet-to-be-confirmed brands of the venues, many confident residential buyers have already secured their new homes at Archibald.
The complex will include two buildings housing one, two, and three-bedroom apartments, as well as three and four-bedroom penthouses, all with access to resort-style facilities and breathtaking views of Brisbane Waters and the city skyline.
Approximately 100 apartments have already been sold off the plan, with prices starting at $475,000 for a one-bedroom property.