They had us at a rooftop pool and city views – could this be Canberra’s most luxurious place to live?
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Standing between Allara Street and London Circuit, it’s hard to miss Geocon’s newest luxury development – The Grande on London.
And as the scaffolding begins to come down from the three grand buildings, the full concept is finally coming to life. Because five years after the purchase of the site, and two years since the DA was submitted in 2022, those looking to live a grand life are about to get their chance.
After all, who can resist the idea of living in an apartment with a rooftop pool and pavilion that looks over Commonwealth Park, a private cinema, coworking spaces, a fitness centre and yoga studio, and a dedicated dog wash facility?
The concept for The Grande is all in the name – a premium residential address that not only redefines luxury when it comes to apartment living but also has the best of Canberra right on the doorstep.
“When we purchased the site, we knew it was going to be an amazing place for our residents to live in,” says Development Manager Andrew Slavich.
“The residents will have the luxury of Lake Burley Griffin just a short walk over a footbridge, while also having direct access to the city and everything it offers. You can dash across to Meat & Wine Co in Constitution Place, as well as other offerings such as Raku, INKA, the Marion, Bar Rochford…they’re all within walking distance.”
And don’t forget about Canberra’s cultural experiences. From the Multicultural Festival to Enlighten, the Canberra Balloon Spectacular, and Floriade, residents will get front-row tickets to all the city’s most vibrant events.
It’s this combination of location and luxury amenities that sets The Grande apart. With a collection of over 330 residences sprawling across eight levels and three buildings, The Grande – which was designed by award-winning architects, Fender Katsalidis and has landscaping and urban design by Oculus – is all about the details.
From the 2.7-metre floor-to-ceiling windows offering breathtaking views of Lake Burley Griffin, Parliament House, The Brindabellas, Telstra Tower, and the Australian War Memorial, to the Smeg kitchen appliances.
“The decision really comes back to the location. Being that prime location in Canberra, we wanted to elevate the resident experience and deliver a high-quality product to the market,” he explains.
“When looking at the amenities from the development side, they are spaces you want to make inviting but usable. The dog wash, for example, it’s a very practical amenity item… As for the cinema, we want the residents to bring family and friends to experience The Grande, as well as creating an extension to their home.”
“It’s also the details in the lobbies, in the corridors, and the green spaces provided. It’s really an elevated quality and inclusions offered. It is a product that our team are very proud of.”
As Andrew looks to the future, he sees The Grande as more than just another development. With over 70 per cent of apartments already sold to a mix of owner-occupiers and investors, he envisions a lasting impact on Canberra’s cityscape and community.
“We want this project not only to be a physical landmark, but we want it to have a long-lasting community impact as well,” he says.
“It’s a project we designed to deliver a sense of community, belonging and place for our residents. And we have created the foundations for this to happen. We look forward to our residents experiencing this and leaving a long-lasting legacy of not only The Grande, but Geocon as well through the project.”
For those interested in exploring The Grande lifestyle, time is running out as completion approaches. On-site display suites at The Grande on London are open now for people to see the quality and experience what is on offer. Book a one-on-one appointment with our sales agents to explore what it could look like for you.
