Auckland has a new lifestyle address at Victoria Quarter

Grace Victoria Quarter, a world-class and sophisticated apartment development located on Ponsonby’s fringe, has been designed to set a new benchmark for New Zealand in design and quality.

Grace Victoria Quarter is the result of a highly dynamic partnership between award-winning Melbourne-based developer Little Projects, leading Auckland-based developer Location Group and renowned international design practice Cox Architecture.

Bayleys Ponsonby has been appointed exclusive agent on the project, with the 107 one-, two- and three -bedroom apartments priced from $540,000.

Little Projects General Manager Sales and Marketing Fergus Humphries says the site required a world-class project, exemplifying an aspirational apartment lifestyle driven by design and amenities.

“Auckland is becoming increasingly sophisticated and Grace Victoria Quarter will demonstrate the beauty and convenience of apartment living,” he says.

“This is a beautifully designed residential project that brings together a decade of experience delivering high -quality projects in Melbourne’s inner city markets with world-class architecture on an enviable gateway site.

“Grace Victoria Quarter is a project without precedence. It will offer incredible lifestyle amenities, quality finishes throughout and all within walking distance of the cafes, restaurants, shopping and the CBD.”

Located at 70 Sale Street, Victoria Quarter, the project is 500 metres from the waterfront which will provide immediate access to key Auckland amenities including Victoria Park, the Wynyard Quarter and Auckland Harbour to the north, CBD retail to the east and Ponsonby to the west.

Award-winning Cox Architecture’s contemporary design resembles a sinuously curved screen that follows the line of the corner site. Horizontal bands of frameless glazing achieve the soft curves and strong form.

Cox Architecture Director Philip Rowe says the scale and mass of the project is in keeping with the vision of high-density urban development that is anticipated in the burgeoning city-fringe precinct.

“The sculptural building form has been developed to maximise the number of apartments that have unencumbered views of the harbour to the north as well as views across the CBD, adjacent parks and suburbs,” he says.

“This iconic building will be highly visible from nearby suburbs and roads and will become a feature of Auckland’s rapidly evolving skyline.”

An elegant residential entrance lobby will feature a double-height sculptural staircase, flanked on either side by retail tenancies, which will activate the streetscape and provide access to a unique courtyard garden sheltered between the arms of the building.

The carefully considered interiors include modern kitchens with sleek stone bench-tops, feature lighting and timber joinery. Bathrooms include sleek tiled walls and floors, custom-designed vanity units and clever storage concealed behind mirrored doors.

Bright, airy bedrooms are filled with natural light and a great sense of openness and space. A choice of two colour schemes will allow owners to personalise their apartment.

Resident amenities include a resident’s rooftop retreat with sky terrace and separate lounge, which will provide 360-degree views across Auckland, shared dining spaces and individual private spaces for relaxation.

Inside Grace’s striking architectural form will be a secret garden forming a central oasis with lush tropical landscaping, a tranquil water feature and elevated dining zone.

Location Group Managing Director Mark Weipers says they set out to exceed expectations of inner city apartment living and create a new benchmark for design excellence in Auckland.

www.gracevq.co.nz Karen Spires - Bayleys Ponsonby, M: 027 273 8220, Brad Roebuck - Bayleys Ponsonby, M: 021 766 180