Luxury riverfront towers in Brisbane top out as construction enters final stages

Monarch Residences, a luxury riverfront precinct from Consolidated Properties Group in Toowong, QLD, has entered the final stages of development with both towers now topped out and final construction work underway on the $460-million project.

Located in one of Brisbane’s most coveted addresses, the development features 224 luxury apartments across its two towers, River 1 and River 2, with 98 per cent of the apartments already sold. Set on 1.2 hectares of landscaped gardens and 130 metres of direct riverfront, Monarch Residences offers one of the last true riverfront living opportunities in Brisbane.

Construction by Hutchinson Builders, which started in 2023, is now in the final stages, with owners set to begin moving in before Christmas this year. 

With the structural construction of the building complete, Hutchinson Builders continue their meticulous work on the development’s internal features and rooftop amenities, including the ultra-premium pool deck, gym, sauna and entertaining areas. 

The heritage restoration on Middenbury House is also seeing major progress. The heritage-listed Welsh slate roof has been replaced using the last shipment of traditional Welsh slate ever to arrive in Australia, marking a significant step in the building’s restoration.

Once complete, residents and visitors to Monarch Residences will be among the first people to enter the historical building, as it is the first time it will be open to the public since its original construction in 1865.

“We’re pleased with how the construction is progressing across both towers,” says Don O’Rorke, CEO and chairman of Consolidated Properties Group. 

“Both towers are structurally complete, and we’re moving quickly into the final stages. Hutchinson Builders has done an outstanding job, and we’re confident the delivery will exceed our expectations. It’s exciting to see everything come together, and we look forward to welcoming the first residents soon.”

Hutchinson Builders is working closely with Consolidated Properties Group to ensure the highest standards are maintained as the development moves towards completion.

Chairman of Hutchinson Builders, Scott Hutchinson says: “It’s tremendously exciting to top out another building with our partners of 45 years, Consolidated Properties Group. This building is something special, not just in Brisbane, but in Australia. It’s a beautiful building, sitting right on the river in Brisbane.” 

“As builders, we have worked hard to ensure the materials we use are not only of the highest quality, but also visually appealing and structurally sound. The residences themselves are beautiful homes and it’s been a privilege bringing the vision of Monarch Residences to life,” says Hutchinson.