Step inside the residences redefining premium living across the Gold Coast. This curated tour offers an exclusive look at high-end projects that blend design excellence, lifestyle appeal and commercial success.
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Experience the precincts transforming our cities from the ground up. This tour showcases the next generation of mixed-use and urban renewal developments—where commercial ambition meets community impact.
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Discover the developments putting people at the heart of place. This tour explores the neighbourhoods, town centres and community-led projects shaping more connected, inclusive and vibrant urban environments.
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Kick off Urbanity in style at one of the Gold Coast’s most iconic new destinations. Join fellow delegates for an evening of networking, conversation and coastal hospitality at the stunning Mondrian Gold Coast.
Drinks, canapés and good company provided.
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The construction industry stands at a critical inflection point. Facing a convergence of challenges—from lagging productivity and deepening skills shortages to rising demand and ageing infrastructure—the sector must embrace innovation not as a silver bullet, but as a strategic imperative.
In this keynote, futurist and researcher Stefan Hajkowicz explores how AI and robotics are already reshaping the built environment—not in theory, but in practice. Drawing on fresh insights from Asia-Pacific markets, Stefan moves beyond hype to highlight where autonomous systems and machine intelligence are being integrated into construction workflows today.
Discover how these technologies are reducing rework through real-time site monitoring, streamlining fragmented data systems, and empowering skilled workers rather than replacing them. From autonomous machinery optimisation to AI-driven safety systems, this session delivers a grounded view of how emerging tools are solving real business problems—right now.
This is not about replacing humans; it’s about creating collaborative systems where humans and AI work side by side to lift productivity, close capability gaps, and future-proof the industry.
As Australia’s property industry braces for the next decade, the rules of the game are shifting. Economic volatility, shifting demographics, rising construction costs, ESG demands, and fast-moving technology are forcing a recalibration of risk, return, and resilience.
In this headline session, we bring together some of the nation’s most influential property leaders to unpack the strategies reshaping development, investment, and leadership across the urban landscape.
From rethinking asset classes and pipeline planning to doubling down on precinct-making, partnerships, and placemaking, these leaders will share how they are going all-in—backing bold ideas, reframing legacy models, and positioning for long-term value creation.
Talk of a new real estate super-cycle is gaining momentum—but is it grounded in fundamentals or fuelled by wishful thinking?
In this panel, a group of seasoned investors, capital partners and developers take a hard look at where we really are in the cycle. Are green shoots signalling the start of a sustained upswing, or are we still navigating the foothills of recovery?
From capital markets and housing supply to global macro trends and local planning bottlenecks, this session unpacks the forces driving decision-making in the year ahead. Expect a candid conversation about risk appetite, emerging asset classes, capital deployment and the shape of things to come.
Sustainability is no longer a side brief—it’s central to how we design, deliver and operate the cities of the future.
This panel brings together the leaders driving the next generation of sustainable development to explore what a truly future-ready city looks like. From embodied carbon and building performance to circular design and green infrastructure, the conversation goes beyond the buzzwords to unpack what’s actually working—and what’s not.
As housing affordability worsens and supply fails to meet demand, the call for innovation in housing delivery has never been louder—or more urgent.
In this panel, we bring together a group of changemakers working at the coalface of housing innovation. From non-profit pioneers to fintech disruptors and planning reform advocates, these speakers are challenging convention and delivering new solutions for one of the biggest issues facing the country.
We’ll unpack how shared equity, rent-to-own models, affordable housing partnerships and planning-led outcomes can unlock pathways to home for more Australians.
It sounds like science fiction—but it’s already happening.
As construction costs soar and the housing supply gap widens, 3D printing is emerging as one of the most promising innovations in the race to build faster, cheaper and smarter.
In this session, Contour3D founder Nick Holden lifts the lid on what it really takes to bring 3D printed housing to life in Australia. From regulatory hurdles to material breakthroughs and onsite realities, he shares the hard-won lessons from launching the country’s first 3D printed development company.
As sustainability goals shift from net zero to circularity, the way we think about buildings is being turned on its head.
In this session, architect Amy Dowse of Tzannes explores the emerging practice of designing for disassembly—where buildings are conceived not just for how they go up, but how they come apart.
At the heart of this shift is mass timber, a renewable, low-carbon material that’s redefining the lifecycle of the built environment. From flexibility in design to material recovery and carbon storage, Amy unpacks how timber-led construction can support adaptive reuse, reduce waste and unlock long-term value.
As Brisbane prepares to take the global stage for the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games, all eyes are on the city’s most ambitious civic project: Victoria Park Stadium.
In this session, Peter Edwards, director of Archipelago, takes us inside the vision, design process and strategic thinking behind what will become Brisbane’s defining Olympic venue.
But this isn’t just about designing for two weeks of international attention—it’s about creating a lasting legacy. From urban regeneration and community integration to climate resilience and long-term adaptability, the stadium is being shaped as much for the people of Brisbane as it is for the podium.
With a focus on city-making, legacy planning and the power of design to elevate place, this is a rare look behind the scenes of a once-in-a-generation project that will leave a permanent mark on Queensland’s capital.
Few figures in Australian property command attention like Soheil Abedian AO.
Outspoken, principled and unapologetically ambitious, the founder of Abedian & Co has spent decades challenging convention—architecturally, commercially and culturally. From shaping skylines to funding philanthropic endeavours, his influence stretches well beyond bricks and mortar.
In this rare conversation, Soheil reflects on the defining moments of his career, the future of property as he sees it, and why developers must take a more human—and more courageous—approach to the cities they shape.
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With mandatory climate disclosure set to capture more property businesses from mid-2026, the clock is ticking for developers to turn ESG intent into action.
In this practical session, Lauren Kajewski from HIP V. HYPE unpacks how real projects—like Ferras & York and Parklife 2—are informing organisational climate strategies, bridging the gap between site-level data and boardroom accountability.
It’s a timely look at what’s coming, what’s required and how to stay ahead.
As artificial intelligence accelerates demand for high-performance computing, the humble data centre has become one of the most critical—and energy-intensive—building typologies on the planet.
But here’s the catch: many of today’s data centres are already behind the curve.
In this case study presentation, Dean Symington of Architectus unpacks why traditional data centre design is no longer fit for purpose in an AI-powered world. From thermal management and energy loads to scalability, modularity and circularity, Dean explores the architectural and engineering rethink required to keep pace with next-generation infrastructure demands.
What does luxury mean in a post-pandemic, values-driven market? In New Zealand, the answer is changing—and so is the buyer.
In this session, veteran developer Martin Cooper of Cooper & Associates shares insights into the psyche of the modern Kiwi lifestyler. Think less about opulence, more about authenticity, quality, connection to place, and a seamless blend of form and function.
Through a series of case studies and project insights, Martin explores how his team is reimagining high-end residential living—fusing architectural excellence, sustainability, and lifestyle-led design to meet the rising expectations of premium buyers across the country.
Can good design solve for social equity?
In this case study, Felicity Douglas of NH Architecture takes us inside the Tarakan Street Social and Affordable Housing project—a blueprint for how thoughtful, tenure-blind design can create more inclusive, resilient communities.
With social, affordable and market-rate housing seamlessly integrated, the project challenges outdated perceptions of public housing and sets a new standard for quality, dignity and liveability. From material choices and spatial planning to the role of community engagement and urban context, Felicity explores how architecture can deliver both social impact and design excellence.
As demand grows for walkable, amenity-rich communities outside the CBD, a new wave of premium commercial projects is reshaping suburban centres—and changing the way we think about density.
In this session, Tass Assarapin, Partner at Mitchell Brandtman, breaks down the cost, construction and delivery story behind Parc by Sammut Group in Cronulla—a benchmark mixed-use development bringing high-end commercial space to a coastal, transit-connected precinct.
From managing costs in a high-spec, low-scale build to navigating construction complexity in a constrained urban footprint, Tass shares detailed insights from a quantity surveyor’s and contractor’s perspective. Expect a frank look at how to balance design ambition with commercial feasibility, and how suburban development is challenging traditional project metrics.
From bold developments and pioneering proptech to impactful community initiatives, The Urban Developer Awards shine a light on the ideas and individuals pushing the industry forward.
In this special showcase, hosted by Erin Holland, we celebrate the 2025 finalists and winners—recognising excellence across development, investment, design, innovation and leadership.
This is more than just an awards recap. It’s a curated look at the trends, benchmarks and breakthrough work shaping the future of our cities.
Join us as we honour the best of the best—and the stories behind their success.
Behind every successful project is a mindset that bridges big ideas with practical outcomes.
In this high-level panel, four of Australia’s leading private developers share how they approach the business of development—from site selection and capital structuring to design leadership, delivery risk and long-term value creation.
Featuring Ron Dadd (Thirdi Group), Alexandra Stuart-Robertson (Gallery Group) and Fabrizio Perilli (Versatile Group), the conversation dives into the frameworks, decision-making and instincts that separate reactive development from purposeful, profitable city-making.
Urban development has traditionally been led by market forces and land economics. But what happens when we design with ecosystems—natural and human—as the foundation, not the afterthought?
In this case study presentation, global design leader, Andy Lantz from RIOS shares three compelling projects that challenge conventional urban thinking. From the riverfront of Hyderabad’s Musi River to the civic spaces around Chicago’s United Center and the reimagined green core of Changzhou’s Twin Lakes, each project demonstrates how design can amplify value by working in harmony with nature and the city’s broader systems.
Together, they form a global perspective on how to layer urban design through the lens of ecology, equity, and experience—creating cities that are not only livable, but regenerative.
In a market defined by rising construction costs, ESG pressure and long-term asset performance, developers are being forced to rethink everything—including how energy is generated, managed and monetised.
In this session, Geoff Anson, co-founder of MicroGrid, unpacks how embedded energy networks are transforming what was once a sunk cost into a strategic asset.
What does it take to deliver a landmark hotel that redefines luxury on the Gold Coast?
In this panel discussion, the team behind the Mondrian Gold Coast unpacks the creative, commercial and cultural forces that brought one of Australia’s most anticipated lifestyle destinations to life.
From securing a globally recognised brand to navigating site constraints, and aligning architecture with interiors and market expectations, the panel will explore the full story—from concept to construction. Join Chris and Letitia Vitale (Vitale Property Group), Callum Fraser (Fraser & Partners), and Robbyn Carter (Studio Carter) as they discuss the challenges, decisions and design detail that shaped the project.
From housing supply to transport, resilience to equity—city-shaping challenges are growing in complexity. But what if artificial intelligence could help solve them?
In this interactive Urbanity SOLVE session, renowned urban strategist Kate Meyrick from Urbis leads a dynamic, real-time workshop on how AI and data-driven tools can be harnessed to tackle some of the biggest problems facing our cities.
Participants will engage in structured problem-solving exercises, testing how AI can augment urban planning, predict outcomes, and support better decision-making across government, development and design.
This is not a passive panel—it’s a hands-on exploration of how emerging technologies can unlock new thinking, foster collaboration, and shape more responsive, intelligent cities.
Whether you’re a planner, developer, policymaker or designer, this session will challenge how you think about both the possibilities—and the limits—of AI in city-making.
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As Australia’s housing system shifts toward more diverse forms of rental living, the next generation of residential precincts is already taking shape.
In this session, Karl May from Turner unpacks the thinking behind The Timberyards—a major Sydney development that brings build-to-rent, co-living, and affordable housing together within a single, highly connected precinct.
More than just a mix of housing types, The Timberyards represents a new model for inclusive, tenure-diverse urban living—designed to foster community, flexibility and long-term resilience. Through the lens of urban design, architecture and social value, Karl shares how this innovative precinct was conceived, and what it reveals about the future of renting in Australian cities.
As housing pressures mount and traditional construction models fall short, modular is stepping into the spotlight—not just as a cost or speed solution, but as a bold new design frontier.
In this session, Felipe Miranda of COX Architecture presents the story behind Herring Road, a landmark project by FreeCity Group set to become Australia’s tallest modular tower.
Designed as a cutting-edge co-living community, the project combines smart spatial planning, repeatable modules, and high-performance delivery to create a scalable and sustainable urban living solution. Felipe breaks down how modular thinking influenced everything from structure and services to materiality and resident experience—and what it means for the future of high-density development.
At the heart of Sydney’s CBD, a complex engineering and commercial feat has unfolded—a city-shaping development built directly above the city’s busiest transport interchange.
In this case study, Michael Silman and Kate ffrench Blake of Macquarie Group unpack the vision and delivery of the Sydney Metro Martin Place Integrated Station Development (SMMPISD)—a bold precinct that unites transport, commercial towers, and public realm in a single, vertically integrated hub.
From deep excavation and construction sequencing to seamless design integration and long-term place activation, the session offers rare insight into one of the most ambitious urban infrastructure overlays ever delivered in Australia.
As mixed-use developments become denser and more complex, the role of public art is evolving—from aesthetic feature to powerful placemaking tool.
In this session, Benjamin Clay of Urban Art Projects (UAP) reveals how art was strategically integrated into three of Australia’s most high-profile developments: AURA by Aqualand, Martin Place Integrated Station Development, and Murdoch Square.
Far from decorative, the artworks in these precincts were designed to amplify identity, reflect cultural narratives, and support commercial outcomes—enhancing tenant appeal, community connection, and long-term project value. From early collaboration with architects and developers to fabrication and installation, Benjamin shares the process behind embedding public art into the DNA of a place.
