Keith Lucas Archives - Sentinel Real Estate Corporation News https://www.sentinelcorp.com/blog/tag/keith-lucas/ Just another Rent Cafe Blogs Sites site Fri, 27 Oct 2023 20:36:25 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.6.2 227033475 Managing Director Keith Lucas Speaks on Property Council Victoria Build to Rent Panel https://www.sentinelcorp.com/blog/2023/10/06/managing-director-keith-lucas-speaks-on-property-council-victoria-build-to-rent-panel/ Fri, 06 Oct 2023 20:04:00 +0000 https://www.sentinelcorp.com/blog/?p=1948 Sentinel was proud to sponsor the Property Council of Victoria's recent Build to Rent breakfast in Melbourne and have our Managing Director in Australia, Keith Lucas, join the event's panel of experts to take a deep dive into some of the key opportunities and challenges currently facing the sector in Australia. Event speakers pictured left…

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Sentinel was proud to sponsor the Property Council of Victoria's recent Build to Rent breakfast in Melbourne and have our Managing Director in Australia, Keith Lucas, join the event's panel of experts to take a deep dive into some of the key opportunities and challenges currently facing the sector in Australia.

Keith Lucas BTR event

Event speakers pictured left to right: Michael King, Patrick Brennan, Keith Lucas, Heather Maxwell, Andrew Lowcock, Matthew Kandelaars, Natasha Devlin, Robert Papaleo, Henry Vuu.

Topics discussed at the event included what recent federal and state policy announcements such as the Victorian Housing Statement and the lowering of the Managed Investment Trust (MIT) withholding tax rate for Build to Rent housing projects mean for the sector, and what’s needed next to support the long-term growth and potential of the asset class in Australia.

Sentinel is active in Victoria's Build to Rent market with a 172-apartment development, The Briscoe by Kinleaf, approaching completion at 151 Hawke Street in West Melbourne. It also recently announced the acquisition of a 6,528 square metre site for development at 23-47 Villiers Street in North Melbourne. Located in the heart of the Melbourne Biomedical Precinct, Sentinel plans to deliver and manage approximately 350 high-quality and sustainable rental apartments across two buildings on the site.

Sentinel currently has more than 1,600 Build to Rent units under various stages of development and operation throughout Australia and recently launched its Australian property management brand, Kinleaf.

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Sentinel Receives Development Approval for 300-Apartment Build to Rent Community in Gold Coast, Australia https://www.sentinelcorp.com/blog/2023/10/02/sentinel-receives-development-approval-for-300apartment-build-to-rent-community-in-robina-gold-coast/ Mon, 02 Oct 2023 19:38:00 +0000 https://www.sentinelcorp.com/blog/?p=1930 Sentinel has received planning approval for a 300-apartment Build to Rent community on the Gold Coast in Queensland, Australia. Located on a 1.4-hectare site at Lots 5-8 Stadium Drive in Robina, the newly approved apartment community marks Sentinel's first project in Queensland. It is part of Sentinel's growing portfolio of more than 1,600 high-quality rental…

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Sentinel has received planning approval for a 300-apartment Build to Rent community on the Gold Coast in Queensland, Australia.

Located on a 1.4-hectare site at Lots 5-8 Stadium Drive in Robina, the newly approved apartment community marks Sentinel's first project in Queensland. It is part of Sentinel's growing portfolio of more than 1,600 high-quality rental units currently in operation or under various stages of development across Australia’s major cities, which also includes two fully leased apartment communities in Subiaco (Perth), Western Australia.

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Note: Image is an artistic rendering, final finishes may vary.

Robina Rendering

Note: Image is an artistic rendering, final finishes may vary.

In Robina, Sentinel has received planning approval for a nine-storey sustainable building which will deliver an additional 41,799 square metres of new rental accommodation and resident amenities to support the housing needs of the growing area. The project will be developed by Sentinel and managed under Sentinel's Australian property management brand, Kinleaf, on completion.

Designed by Cera Stribley with Urbis appointed for urban planning services, the apartment community extends across two elegant towers with a connecting podium featuring indoor and outdoor resident amenities. It will have one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments on offer and resident amenities will include a pool and sun deck, fitness centre, resident lounge, amphitheatre, outdoor barbeque areas and more than 370 car parks and 120 bike parking spaces across the ground level. The design prioritises resident comfort and showcases the scenic views towards Surfer's Paradise and the hinterland. It also incorporates natural elements in its architecture and landscaping to thoughtfully integrate the community with its surrounding environment.

Lots 5-8 Stadium Drive is designed to achieve high levels of environmental and social sustainability in operation. It will target carbon neutral certification, a 5-Star Green Star rating from the Green Building Council of Australia and a minimum 7 Star NatHERS rating on completion, in keeping with other developments Sentinel has completed to date in Australia. Sustainability features incorporated in the building design include a photovoltaic system to supply solar power for common area usage, EV charging stations, a rainwater harvesting system for irrigation, the use of high WELS rated fixtures and energy-saving appliances, significant subtropical planting integrated throughout the development, and small fruit and herb gardens on offer for residents.

Keith Lucas, Sentinel's Managing Director in Australia said: "Our upcoming development on Stadium Drive will transform into a vibrant and engaged rental community that offers its residents thoughtfully and sustainably designed apartment living that sets a new benchmark for the area. Future residents can expect to enjoy high-quality fixtures and finishes, convenient access to a range of premium amenities within their building, and a refined rental experience amongst Robina's natural beauty and convenient location.

"Queensland's housing market is evolving and we relish the opportunity to apply our proven expertise in delivering and managing well-designed rental apartment communities to deliver more quality housing options to the local market and support the state’s growing population," said Mr Lucas.

The development site is situated in Robina's Stadium Village Precinct and is conveniently located only a short walk from key amenities and infrastructure including Robina Town Centre, Robina Train Station (with direct trains to Brisbane Airport), Cbus Super Stadium, Robina Hospital, and the wider Robina Health Precinct. It is also just minutes from the planned Robina City Parklands – the first stage of the Gold Coast City Council's proposed Greenheart Parklands – which is expected to deliver an extensive range of new amenities for the local community. Bond University's expanding Health and Sport campus, a new TAFE campus, a number of golf courses and easy links to the M1 Pacific Motorway are also within proximity.

Robina is just a 20-minute drive from some of the Gold Coast's most iconic beaches and a 15-minute drive from the Gold Coast International Airport. It is also the confirmed location for the Gold Coast Olympic and Paralympic Village for the 2032 Brisbane Olympic Games and is ranked among the Gold Coast’s fastest-growing suburbs, with its population and workforce expected to more than double by 2050. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), South East Queensland is the third largest urban region in Australia and accounts for almost 90 per cent of Queensland's total population growth.

The announcement received coverage in Australian media:
https://www.theurbandeveloper.com/articles/sentinel-first-queensland-btr-project-greenlit-robina
https://www.australianpropertyjournal.com.au/2023/10/18/gold-coast-build-to-rent-gets-major-injection/
https://realassets.ipe.com/news/pggm-and-sentinel-australia-expand-into-queensland-with-300-apartment-btr-investment/10069547.article
https://www.btrnews.au/sentinel-receives-approval-for-lots-5-8-stadium-drive-btr-in-robina/
https://www.businessnewsaustralia.com/articles/us-giant-sentinel-gains-approval-to-develop-300-build-to-rent-apartments-on-gold-coast.html
https://www.realestatesource.com.au/green-light-for-sentinel-first-queensland-project/
Gold Coast Bulletin:
Gold Coast Bulletin

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Sentinel Acquires North Melbourne Site in Australia for 350-Apartment Build to Rent Development https://www.sentinelcorp.com/blog/2023/07/17/sentinel-acquires-north-melbourne-site-in-australia-for-350apartment-build-to-rent-development/ Mon, 17 Jul 2023 16:37:00 +0000 https://www.sentinelcorp.com/blog/?p=1905 Sentinel has acquired a 6,528 square metre site for development in North Melbourne, Victoria. Located at 23-47 Villiers Street in the heart of the Melbourne Biomedical Precinct, Sentinel plans to deliver and manage approximately 350 high-quality and sustainable rental apartments across two buildings on the site, as part of our Australian Build to Rent venture…

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Sentinel has acquired a 6,528 square metre site for development in North Melbourne, Victoria.

Located at 23-47 Villiers Street in the heart of the Melbourne Biomedical Precinct, Sentinel plans to deliver and manage approximately 350 high-quality and sustainable rental apartments across two buildings on the site, as part of our Australian Build to Rent venture with Dutch pension fund manager PGGM.

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This will be Sentinel's sixth Build to Rent apartment community in Australia and our second in Melbourne, following the delivery of a 172-apartment project, The Briscoe, in West Melbourne, which is scheduled to open later this year. The acquisition of 23-47 Villiers Street grows Sentinel's total pipeline in Australia to more than 1,600 rental units under various stages of development or operation.

The new apartment community will target carbon neutral certification and a 5-Star Green Star rating from the Green Building Council of Australia, in keeping with other developments we have completed to date in Australia. On completion, it will be operated under Sentinel’s Australian property management brand, Kinleaf.

Keith Lucas, Sentinel's Managing Director in Australia said: "This is a meaningful opportunity to deliver a significant boost in housing choice for the area that will support the rapidly growing health and education precinct and more broadly, Melbourne's housing needs.

"We're looking forward to leveraging our experienced and established Build to Rent platform to transform this well-located inner-city site into a vibrant and sustainable community with high-quality rental apartments, a wide range of resident amenities, and a professionally managed rental experience," said Mr Lucas.

23-47 Villiers Street is strategically located in a world-class health, research, technology, education and innovation precinct, which has received A$2.8 billion of investment over the past 10 years and is currently home to around 49,000 employees, according to Victorian Government research. The site is in immediate proximity to Australia’s largest hospital precinct including The Royal Melbourne Hospital, The Royal Women’s Hospital and The Royal Children's Hospital; as well as the Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre, The University of Melbourne, North Melbourne Primary School and Royal Park.

Jikke de Wit, Senior Director Private Real Estate at PGGM said: "We primarily invest on behalf of those who work in the health sector, so we are very pleased that our investment in this project will support the creation of quality and low carbon housing that is well-positioned to benefit other healthcare professionals, whilst generating healthy, long-term returns for our clients."

The site has excellent connectivity to the Melbourne CBD and surrounding suburbs with tram and bus services located less than a five-minute walk away, and the new Parkville Train Station located within 400 metres. The Parkville Train Station will provide convenient access to the CBD, North Melbourne’s Arden Precinct, suburban Melbourne and the proposed Melbourne Airport Rail Link. It is currently under construction with completion expected in 2025.

The announcement received coverage in Australian media:

The Australian
Australian Financial Review
Urban Developer
IPE Real Assets
Development Ready
Australian Property Journal

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Element 27 Continues Public Art Program with Newly Commissioned Installation https://www.sentinelcorp.com/blog/2023/06/05/element-27-continues-public-art-program-with-newly-commissioned-installation/ Mon, 05 Jun 2023 16:58:00 +0000 https://www.sentinelcorp.com/blog/?p=1889 At Sentinel's flagship Build to Rent community, Element 27, a series of artworks by Perth-based artists were recently unveiled as part of the development’s arts program – which aims to celebrate local artists and makers, while engaging the resident community. Element 27 is part of Sentinel's Kinleaf portfolio and opened in Subiaco (Perth), WA in…

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At Sentinel's flagship Build to Rent community, Element 27, a series of artworks by Perth-based artists were recently unveiled as part of the development’s arts program – which aims to celebrate local artists and makers, while engaging the resident community. Element 27 is part of Sentinel's Kinleaf portfolio and opened in Subiaco (Perth), WA in 2019.

Featured in the lobby of 12 Wunderlich Road, the vibrant and engaging array of artworks, by artists Sandra Black, Susan Flavell and Andrew Nicholls, are inspired by the history of the location, which was previously home to the Australian Fine China porcelain manufacturing factory (formerly known as H.L. Brisbane and Wunderlich Ltd., and the Calyx Porcelain and Paint Company). The artworks celebrate the buoyant aesthetic sensibility of the ceramics that were produced on the site for 85 years.

As Sentinel's Managing Director in Australia, Keith Lucas, observed "The Australian Fine China factory produced many unique and outstanding examples of Australian ceramic wares throughout its lifespan and it’s wonderful to be able to pay tribute to and thread some of this rich history back into the community. It’s also fantastic to have another opportunity to collaborate with and celebrate local Perth artists."

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Artists Sandra Black, Susan Flavell and Andrew Nicholls viewing the artwork installation in the lobby of 12 Wunderlich Road at Element 27

The unveiling of this unique series marks the third instalment of Element 27's arts program, which has previously drawn from the area’s porcelain manufacturing legacy. One of the driving concepts behind the development of the Kinleaf brand has been this concept of community engagement and respect for local legacies.

Australian artist and curator Andrew Nicholls said, "Sandra, Susan and I have all engaged with the legacy of Australian Fine China, Brisbane and Wunderlich, and Wembley Ware throughout our careers. We were very excited by the opportunity to return to this research and create a new collection of artworks to reflect its historical significance in a visually engaging way at Element 27."

In an earlier stage of the program, a large artwork projection titled "Porcelain: Changing Views" was created by local Perth artist Sohan Ariel Hayes. This artwork was also inspired by the cultural contributions of the Australian Fine China factory and was projected on one of the apartment buildings at Element 27 for residents and members of the local community to view at an evening event, accompanied by a custom-composed soundscape that was performed live and complimentary refreshments.

More recently, award-winning local Perth artist Ross Potter was welcomed to Element 27 for a six-month residency. Ross facilitated a number of workshops and open studio events for residents and the wider community during his time at the precinct.

A selection of the collection of artworks by Sandra Black, Susan Flavell and Andrew Nicholls can be viewed below.

Andrew Nicholls

Andrew Nicholls and his work, Mid-Century Cake Stand, 2023

Repurposed Wembley Ware and metal components, 53 x 23 x 28 cm

"This work comprises repurposed Wembley Ware ceramics created on this site between 1946-1961. Its comical appearance alludes to the highly-whimsical style of Wembley Ware, and its intentionally-ambiguous relationship to functionality; due to high taxes on purely decorative ceramics during the post-war era, many Wembley Ware designs were given a superficial purpose, (for example, as 'posy vases' or 'ashtrays'), despite being largely ornamental, so as to sit at a lower price point. Hence this work is a tiered 'cake stand' that would not actually be practical for cakes." Andrew Nicholls, 2023

Sandra Black

Sandra Black and her works:

Bennett's Mallee Vase, 2023

Slip-cast pink and white porcelain, clear glaze and recycled Australian Fine China decals by Philippa Nikulinsky, 38.5cm H x 10cm W

Candy Orchid Vase, 2023

Slip-cast yellow and white porcelain, clear glaze and recycled Australian Fine China decals by Philippa Nikulinsky, 32.4cm H x 10cm W

Donkey Orchid Vase, 2023

Slip-cast green and white porcelain, clear glaze & AFC recycled decals by Philippa Nikulinsky, 32.8cm H x 10cm W

"These vases are a homage to the colourful Wembley Ware range of mid-20th century homeware designs. The floral decals are a tribute to former Australian Fine China designer Phillipa Nikulinsky’s depictions of rare and endangered Western Australian wildflowers." Sandra Black, 2023

Susan Flavell

Susan Flavell and her work, Kookaburra on Plinth, 2023

Cardboard, paper, recycled drawings, MDF box, paint, assorted metal leaf, glue, satin varnish, 140 x 32.3 x 26 cm

Susan Flavell has created a mixed-media sculpture based on the iconic Wembley Ware Kookaburra Garden Ornament, and paying tribute to the many other Kookaburra-themed ceramics produced at this site throughout the twentieth century. These include the AB Webb-inspired Calyx Kookaburra dinner service from the early days of the factory during the 1920s, various mid-century Wembley Ware ashtrays, and the True Blue kookaburra plate produced by Australian Fine China during the early 2000s.

Flavell describes this sculpture as "An irreverent, humorous work that plays with ideas of monuments". It was created in response to her bronze Kookaburra sculpture (2003), commissioned for the Subi Centro precinct development, which sits at the end of Laurino Terrace, a five-minute walk from Element 27.

Factory Backstamps

Factory Backstamps, Sandra Black, Susan Flavell & Andrew Nicholls, 2023

Lightbox installation (mixed media), each 61 x 61 cm

The windows facing on to Darbon Crescent illuminate at night to reveal four of the most iconic backstamps that adorned ceramic homewares produced on this site throughout the 20th century, in the pastel tones synonymous with mid-20th century design. Calyx, Western Australia's first commercial ceramics range, was produced here from 1921-1938. However the factory struggled during the depression and second World War, until H.L. Brisbane and Wunderlich Ltd. purchased the site, renaming it Bristile China in 1945. Their iconic 'Wembley Ware' range of 'fancywares' dominated Australia's ceramics industry from 1946-1961, when the factory decided to shift its focus to vitrified crockery for the hospitality market. In 1992 the business rebranded again as Australian Fine China, operating from this site until its closure in 2006, when production shifted offshore.

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Managing Director Keith Lucas Appointed to Property Council of Australia Build to Rent Roundtable https://www.sentinelcorp.com/blog/2023/02/07/managing-director-keith-lucas-appointed-to-property-council-of-australia-build-to-rent-roundtable/ Tue, 07 Feb 2023 21:14:00 +0000 https://www.sentinelcorp.com/blog/?p=1778 Sentinel Managing Director, Keith Lucas Keith Lucas, Managing Director and in-house architect responsible for Sentinel’s Australian Development Management team, has been appointed to the Property Council of Australia’s (PCA) National Build to Rent Roundtable for 2023/24. On the Roundtable, Keith will collaborate with other members from the industry and draw on his expertise to advocate…

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Sentinel Managing Director, Keith Lucas

Keith Lucas, Managing Director and in-house architect responsible for Sentinel’s Australian Development Management team, has been appointed to the Property Council of Australia’s (PCA) National Build to Rent Roundtable for 2023/24.

On the Roundtable, Keith will collaborate with other members from the industry and draw on his expertise to advocate for the Build to Rent sector in Australia and help develop industry perspectives on policy developments for the asset class.

The Property Council is the leading advocate for Australia's property industry. On behalf of its members, it provides research and thought leadership to help decision-makers create vibrant communities, great cities and strong economies.

For more information about the Property Council of Australia and its Industry Committees and Roundtables, visit the PCA website.

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Sentinel Acquires Site in Gold Coast, Australia, for Build to Rent Development https://www.sentinelcorp.com/blog/2023/01/18/sentinel-acquires-site-in-gold-coast-australia-for-build-to-rent-development/ https://www.sentinelcorp.com/blog/2023/01/18/sentinel-acquires-site-in-gold-coast-australia-for-build-to-rent-development/#comments Wed, 18 Jan 2023 16:15:00 +0000 https://www.sentinelcorp.com/blog/?p=1760 An overview of Sentinel’s future building site at Lots 5-8 Stadium Drive in Robina. Sentinel has acquired a 1.4-hectare site for development on the Gold Coast in Queensland, Australia. Located at Lots 5-8 Stadium Drive in Robina, Sentinel plans to deliver and manage approximately 300 high-quality rental apartments on the site. The new apartment community…

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An overview of Sentinel’s future building site at Lots 5-8 Stadium Drive in Robina.

Sentinel has acquired a 1.4-hectare site for development on the Gold Coast in Queensland, Australia. Located at Lots 5-8 Stadium Drive in Robina, Sentinel plans to deliver and manage approximately 300 high-quality rental apartments on the site.

The new apartment community will target carbon neutral certification and a 5-Star Green Star rating from the Green Building Council of Australia, in keeping with other developments Sentinel has completed to date in Australia.

This is Sentinel's first development site purchased in Queensland and follows the successful completion and leasing of Element 27, its first Australian Build to Rent apartment communities in Subiaco (Perth), Western Australia. It also follows the progression of construction on its 172-apartment Build to Rent community The Briscoe in West Melbourne, Victoria, which is due to reach practical completion this year.

Keith Lucas, Managing Director of Sentinel in Australia said: "After bringing our premium and sustainable Build to Rent communities to Western Australia and Victoria, we're excited to expand our footprint to the Sunshine State.

"We're committed to delivering sustainable and high-quality living environments that provide renters with a refined rental experience and offer Queenslanders greater housing choices. This is especially important as rental vacancy rates in Queensland continue to tighten and areas like Robina expect to see a significant boom in population and jobs growth over the next decade," said Mr Lucas.

The site, situated in Robina's Stadium Village Precinct, is conveniently located only a short walk from key amenities and infrastructure including Robina Town Centre, Robina Train Station (with direct trains to Brisbane Airport), Cbus Super Stadium, Robina Hospital, and the wider Robina Health Precinct. It is also just minutes from the planned Robina City Parklands, the first stage of the Gold Coast City Council's proposed Greenheart Parklands, which is expected to deliver an extensive range of new amenities for the local community. Bond University’s expanding Health and Sport campus, a new TAFE campus, a number of golf courses and easy links to the M1 Pacific Motorway are also nearby.

Robina is just a 20-minute drive from some of the Gold Coast’s most iconic beaches and a 15-minute drive from the Gold Coast International Airport. It is also the confirmed location for the Gold Coast Olympic and Paralympic Village for the 2032 Brisbane Olympic Games and is ranked among the Gold Coast’s fastest-growing suburbs, with its population and workforce expected to more than double by 2050. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), South East Queensland is the third largest urban region in Australia and accounts for almost 90% of Queensland's total population growth.

The announcement received coverage in Australian media:
Australian Property Markets News
Real Estate Source
The Urban Developer
The Australian Financial Review

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Element 27 Achieves a 5 Star Green Star Design and As Built v1.3 Certified Rating https://www.sentinelcorp.com/blog/2023/01/11/element-27-achieves-a-5-star-green-star-design-and-as-built-v13-certified-rating/ Wed, 11 Jan 2023 16:13:00 +0000 https://www.sentinelcorp.com/blog/?p=1751 Numerous sustainable initiatives led to Phase 2 of Element 27 receiving a 5 Star Rating, including the rooftop photovoltaic system seen here. Phase 2 of Sentinel's Element 27 Build to Rent apartment community in Subiaco (Perth), Western Australia, has successfully achieved a 5 Star Green Star Design & As Built v1.3 certified rating from the…

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Numerous sustainable initiatives led to Phase 2 of Element 27 receiving a 5 Star Rating, including the rooftop photovoltaic system seen here.

Phase 2 of Sentinel's Element 27 Build to Rent apartment community in Subiaco (Perth), Western Australia, has successfully achieved a 5 Star Green Star Design & As Built v1.3 certified rating from the Green Building Council of Australia.

The 5 Star Green Star certified rating represents Australian Excellence, demonstrating that the project has achieved a high standard of design and efficiency in construction, and verifying the environmental and social outcomes Sentinel set out to achieve.

Founded by the Green Building Council of Australia in 2003, Green Star is an internationally recognised rating system developed for the Australian environment that sets the standard for healthy, resilient, positive buildings and places.

Keith Lucas, Managing Director of Sentinel in Australia, said "We're committed to delivering high quality and sustainable Built to Rent communities in Australia that prioritise environmental performance and provide our residents with an opportunity to live greener. Having these commitments recognised by the Green Building Council of Australia is key to showcasing our focus on bringing more sustainable housing choices to the market."

Key sustainability features at Element 27 include electric car charging stations, a 30kW photovoltaic system for common area energy usage, a rainwater and grey-water recycling system, specialty waste streams, access to a centralised geothermal system, energy-efficient appliances and a leading 8-star NatHERS rating.

In 2021, Phase 1 of Element 27 also achieved its status as the first Carbon Neutral Certified apartment building in Australia, following Sentinel’s close work with the Green Building Council of Australia (GBCA), Climate Active and Stantec's Sustainability team to pioneer a certification methodology for the Build to Rent model that acknowledges the sector’s unique potential for ongoing energy leadership in the residential sector.

Sentinel currently has more than 1,300 Build to Rent units under various stages of development throughout Australia. Read more about our Australian Build to Rent Projects and our Sustainability achievements.

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Managing Director Keith Lucas to Present at Green Building Council of Australia Build to Rent Webinar https://www.sentinelcorp.com/blog/2022/12/07/managing-director-keith-lucas-to-present-at-green-building-council-of-australia-build-to-rent-webinar/ Wed, 07 Dec 2022 20:08:00 +0000 https://www.sentinelcorp.com/blog/?p=1736 Element 27 Phase II in Subiaco (Perth) WA is the second Build to Rent building that Sentinel has developed in Australia with sustainable outcomes as a driving design factor. Sentinel Managing Director, Keith Lucas, will speak at the Green Building Council of Australia’s (GBCA) upcoming Insights into Build to Rent 2022 webinar. He will discuss…

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Element 27 ExteriorElement 27 Phase II in Subiaco (Perth) WA is the second Build to Rent building that Sentinel has developed in Australia with sustainable outcomes as a driving design factor.

Sentinel Managing Director, Keith Lucas, will speak at the Green Building Council of Australia’s (GBCA) upcoming Insights into Build to Rent 2022 webinar. He will discuss the growth of Build to Rent in Australia over the past two years and share some insights from Sentinel’s Australian projects.

The webinar will take place on Monday, 12th December 2022 at 12:30pm AEDT, which is Sunday, 11th December at 8:30pm EST.

About the Event

The Build to Rent sector is going through unprecedented growth in Australia with a huge number of projects underway or in the pipeline. With supply chain shortages, higher inflation and rising interest rates, many think the sector will continue to see booming investment. This new housing class in Australia is also focused on providing high quality, purpose designed and built rental stock, creating an additional housing choice at a time of rental crisis. But what are the sustainability opportunities in this sector? What lessons are already emerging and what can this mean for future planning?

Attendees at the GBCA webinar will hear insights on these topics from a range of experts and be able to learn from some of the latest developments in Australia.

The GBCA was established in 2002 to develop a sustainable property industry in Australia and drive the adoption of green building practices through market-based solutions.

Attending the Event

You can register to attend the webinar through the Green Building Council Australia website.

Sentinel currently has more than 1,300 Build to Rent units under various stages of development throughout Australia. Read more about our Australian Build to Rent Projects.

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Element 27 Welcomes Award-Winning Perth Artist, Ross Potter https://www.sentinelcorp.com/blog/2022/11/09/element-27-welcomes-awardwinning-perth-artist-ross-potter/ Wed, 09 Nov 2022 18:11:00 +0000 https://www.sentinelcorp.com/blog/?p=1727 Artist Ross Potter hosts an open house in his studio at Element 27 for residents and members of the community. Sentinel has recently welcomed local Perth artist Ross Potter to its Element 27 Build to Rent development in Subiaco (Perth) for a six-month residency. This residency marks the second instalment of Element 27's ongoing arts…

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Artist Ross Potter hosts an open house in his studio at Element 27 for residents and members of the community.

Sentinel has recently welcomed local Perth artist Ross Potter to its Element 27 Build to Rent development in Subiaco (Perth) for a six-month residency.

This residency marks the second instalment of Element 27's ongoing arts program, which aims to celebrate local artists and makers, while engaging the precinct's residents and wider community.

Ross' artwork highlights environmental preservation in Western Australia and animals native to the land, with well-known works including the life-size sketch of Perth Zoo's iconic elephant Tricia for Fremantle Arts Centre. Since his first solo exhibition in 2011, Ross has worked as a full-time artist with various residencies across the state, including the prestigious Cossack Art Award in 2019 and at Fremantle Arts Centre in 2020.

As a part of his residency, Ross has already run a number of interactive drawing workshops for Element 27 residents and members of the local community, as well as a special open studio night to provide residents with more insight into his latest series of works.

"It's fantastic to be a part of Element 27's public art program and have Sentinel's support," said the artist. "I'm looking forward to completing a number of new artworks during my residency and continuing to engage with residents and the local community in the process."

During his time at Element 27, Ross is creating a series of works reflecting on his recent journey to Barrow Island, which is located off the Pilbara coast in Western Australia. These large-scale graphite drawings will depict some of the remote island's unique landscape and rare fauna, including the Perentie.

"Ross is a very talented artist and we're delighted to support his work by hosting him in residency at Element 27, as part of the precinct's broader community arts program," said Keith Lucas, Managing Director of Sentinel in Australia.

"We’re proud to collaborate with members of Perth's local arts community and are committed to supporting initiatives that enhance social and cultural connections within and around our vibrant apartment communities."

The first instalment of Element 27's community arts program launched earlier this year in May, featuring a large artwork projection on the façade of an apartment building, titled "Porcelain: Changing Views". Created by local Perth artist Sohan Ariel Hayes, residents and the local community were invited to view the captivating projection installation at an evening event. The artwork was inspired by the cultural contributions of the Australian Fine China factory in Subiaco, which previously operated on the site of Element 27 for 85 years.

The first two phases of Element 27 are both open and fully operational, with the first phase 100 per cent leased and the second phase approaching fully leased status since opening in early 2022. Read more about our Australian Build to Rent Projects.

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Element 27 Achieves Climate Active Carbon Neutral Recertification https://www.sentinelcorp.com/blog/2022/09/19/element-27-achieves-climate-active-carbon-neutral-recertification/ Mon, 19 Sep 2022 19:59:00 +0000 https://www.sentinelcorp.com/blog/?p=1696 7News Australia – Perth Build to Rent news on Element 27 apartments, interviewing Sentinel Real Estate's Development Manager Owen Altham Source: 7News, used with written permission Sentinel's Element 27 Build to Rent apartment community in Subiaco (Perth), Western Australia, has successfully achieved carbon neutral certification for a second consecutive year under the Climate Active Carbon…

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7News Australia – Perth Build to Rent news on Element 27 apartments, interviewing Sentinel Real Estate's Development Manager Owen Altham
Source: 7News, used with written permission

Sentinel's Element 27 Build to Rent apartment community in Subiaco (Perth), Western Australia, has successfully achieved carbon neutral certification for a second consecutive year under the Climate Active Carbon Neutral Standard for Buildings.

In 2021, Element 27 officially achieved its status as the first Carbon Neutral Certified apartment building in Australia, following Sentinel's close work with the Green Building Council of Australia (GBCA), Climate Active and Stantec's Sustainability team to pioneer a certification methodology for the Build to Rent model that acknowledges the sector's unique potential for ongoing energy leadership in the residential sector.

In line with the carbon neutral recertification milestone, Western Australia's Hon. Reece Whitby MLA, Minister for Environment; Climate Action discussed with the Sentinel team how its Build to Rent model and industry-leading sustainability strategies can pave the way for future residential developments in the state.

"We encourage West Australians to embrace innovative ways of sustainable living, to reduce our carbon footprint," said Minister Whitby.

"It's great to see Sentinel's commitment to smart housing choices, and we'd love to see more developers taking up greener solutions in the future."

To achieve carbon neutral recertification, Element 27 has maintained numerous sustainable operations throughout the past year, targeting enhanced water and energy conservation, reduced greenhouse gas emissions and utilising Australian-based carbon credits.

Key sustainability features at Element 27 include electric car charging stations, a 30kW photovoltaic system for common area energy usage, a rainwater and grey-water recycling system, specialty waste streams, access to a centralised geothermal system, energy efficient appliances, occupancy sensors, an embedded metering network and a leading 8-star NatHERS rating.

Keith Lucas, Managing Director of Sentinel in Australia said: "We're proud to see Element 27 maintain its carbon neutral status from Climate Active. Not only is the building a great example of how the Build to Rent model can offer Australians enhanced housing choices and an opportunity to live greener, but it has also created a critical pathway that will allow more residential buildings to target ongoing carbon neutral outcomes.

"As our Build to Rent pipeline expands across Australia, we remain committed to pursuing industry-leading sustainability targets and helping set new benchmarks for energy performance in the housing sector," said Mr Lucas.

Sentinel currently has more than 1,300 Build to Rent units under various stages of development throughout Australia. This includes The Briscoe, a 172-unit apartment building in Melbourne which is scheduled for completion in March 2023 and similarly designed to achieve carbon neutral certification.

The announcement has received coverage in Australian media:
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Sentinel currently has more than 1,300 Build to Rent units under various stages of development throughout Australia. Read more about our Australian Build to Rent Projects and our Sustainability achievements.

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