Central Element lodge plans for $150 million Chatswood apartment tower

Central Element has lodged plans for a $150 million mixed-use tower at 15 Ellis Street and 753 Pacific Highway, Chatswood.

Sydney architects, SJB are behind the design of the plans after winning a design excellence competition process endorsed by the Willoughby Council.

The design statement, signed off by SJB Director Adam Haddow, said the tower will be set on a stone base – a reference to the former rocky ridgelines that Sydney is famous for.

Render of the proposed developed along the Pacific Highway. Credit: SJB

“Our proposal has sparked an excitement for the potential of this unique site and the role the project could play in the Chatswood built form milieu,” the statement read.

There’ll be 49 apartments delivered in the tower, including one one-bedroom, 16 two-bedroom and 32 three-bedroom residences, typically with four apartments per floorplate, each with a corner frontage.

Utilising every square inch was a major design focus for the group, with apartments spanning from 69 sqm to 172 sqm.

“We believe that the best residential apartment plans are simple. Straight forward rectilinear geometry helps to deliver spaces that are easy to furnish, are flexible over time and are easy to use. Real Estate is expensive in Sydney – we need to make every square meter count,” the statement added.

There will be some 1200 sqm of retail and commercial space, set out across the podium levels of the tower, as well as dedicated communal facilities planned for levels two and nine, with a wellness centre and communal lounge proposed.

Render of the proposed developed along the Pacific Highway. Credit: SJB

“In the current environment where people are spending more time at home, the proposal seeks to provide a unique offering to residents at their doorstep," the statement continued.

The wellness centre will home a variety of flexible indoor and outdoor spaces, including a spa, change rooms, a gym and a yoga deck. A generous rooftop podium will also be available to residents at this level, with outdoor seating integrated with landscaping to form a series of habited gardens.

The level nine communal lounge will provide additional amenity and space for residents, with a generous balcony space capturing views towards the city.

The tower is slated for completion by 2024. CBRE will be handling the sales of the tower which will launch later this year.