This article is from the Australian Property Journal archive
DEVELOPER ALAND has lodged a $400 million proposal to transform an abandoned former sales outlet in Campbelltown into a mixed-use neighbourhood.
ALAND is envisioning 558 apartments, community facilities and a tree-lined “eat street” across five buildings ranging from 12 to 15 storeys on the 2.05 hectare 22-32 Queen Street site.
The site currently has a Brands on Sale outlet that shuttered 12 years ago when the business went into receivership.The $65 million outlet had 80 stores, a food court and parking but was closed after just one year of operation.
“For several years this has been an ugly and underutilised site – but now we have an opportunity to unlock this incredible space for the entire community to create not only a residential precinct but public spaces for everyone to enjoy,” said Andrew Stacey, senior development manager for ALAND.
Two 12-storey buildings will sit on a two-storey northern podium and three 13 to 15-storey buildings on the single-storey southern podium. There will be 97 one-bedroom apartments, 415 two-bedroom apartments, and 46 three-bedroom apartments, plus nearly 9,100 sqm of commercial and retail floorspace.
The tallest buildings will be located closest to the train station to encourage pedestrian activity and patronage at local businesses.
Working with Sketch Design Group, ALAND intends to preserve the context of the adjoining heritage building, Warby Barn, with a large public domain to complement the historic site. Around 35% of the entire site is given to communal spaces, including 7,000 sqm for a generous open plaza on the development’s podium level for the use of residents.
Earlier concepts of the development have been scaled back to increase more useable open space following Council consultation.
The landscaping masterplan by landscape architects Sturt Nobel includes an abundance of deciduous trees and plants to offer shade during summer and sun during winter; while the rooftops of each apartment building will be turned into greened spaces with a variety of areas for residents to enjoy a private retreat with district views.
Resident-only amenities includes a shared co-working space, gym, multipurpose function room as well as health and wellness spaces.
“This particular site is an exceptional location that demands a high-quality approach to really lift the tone of this part of Campbelltown and introduce new life and excitement for the community,” ALAND’s head of development, Ryan Lane said.
“In consultation with Council and the community, we have spent a long time working through possible schemes, to come up with the right proposal.
“We know from our comprehensive research surveying local businesses and residents, that people want a place that feels like a real community hub with things like a local grocer, quality take-away and outdoor dining options as well as public art and open spaces with wide footpaths and seating.”
The precinct neighbours Campbelltown Performing Arts High School and as a high-frequency bus route, the Queen Street location is also close to Macarthur Square and Campbelltown’s centre with the train station only a 10-minute walk away.
ALAND’s projects in western Sydney include Bottlebrush in Schofield Gardens and Costello in Edmondson Park, while among its other major projects are The Hoxton at Liverpool, and the newly-launched The Gladstone Village at Merrylands.
