A collection of news, insights and ideas — exploring the forces shaping cities, communities and the future of property.
The best development opportunities start long before you buy the land
In a challenging property market, standing still is not a strategy.
Rising construction costs, feasibility pressures, changing housing demand and a complex planning environment are prompting developers and investors to reconsider their next move.
Where should you invest next? What should you build? And who should you engage before a project takes shape?
Answering these questions requires an integrated understanding of market demand, planning potential, infrastructure and commercial feasibility.
Beyond our borders: what Australia can learn from US masterplans
In today’s rapidly evolving development landscape, looking beyond our borders for innovation and inspiration is more important than ever, especially when it comes to masterplan communities. International markets offer powerful insights on what it takes to create places that are not only functional, but thriving, connected, and enduring. Two standout examples from the US — Summerlin in Las Vegas and Lakewood Ranch in Sarasota — have become gold standards in masterplanned community development, consistently topping national rankings and sales charts. So, what sets them apart? And more importantly, how can we apply their winning strategies to the Australian context?
