Twelve opulent apartments in a popular location, with unobstructed ridge-line views, within a building imagined by internationally recognised architects Fearon Hay.
This is Ponsonby personified.
Tell us the backstory for this development?
Ponsonby Road has been the area’s principal thoroughfare since the 1850s and the main commercial strip was historically concentrated at the Three Lamps end, where PoP will be built. Originally owned and operated by Walter Lambourne, the wooden building on the corner of Cowan Street was destroyed in a fire in 1901. The replacement heritage building at 286 Ponsonby Road has plans dating 1908, the likely date of its construction. We believe this site is both iconic and significant, and the long-standing history has formed the basis for the concept and design of the development.
Why develop in Ponsonby?
Ponsonby is close to home and close to our hearts. We live in the area, walk our dogs here, buy our coffees here and raise our kids here. This is a real legacy project for us and one that we envision will carry this significant site far into the future.
We have a track record now exceeding 60 projects, with the majority of these sitting in and around the city fringe. Ponsonby is vibrant, eclectic and stylish – the perfect location for the coming together of living, work and play.
How long is the building process?
The building process will likely take 22 months from the first spade in the ground to owners moving in.
Are there any testimonials or client reviews?
We are proud to have ‘repeat’ customers who have bought multiple apartments from our developments and keep coming back for more. We‘ve been in the apartment business for 20-odd years, and have won a bunch of awards along the way but we are most proud of creating good homes for good people that stand the test of time.
“Amazing group of people who have made the purchase experience fun and exciting! The team at Urban Collective really knows how to design and build a quality modern group of homes, not just apartments” – citizen owner
What type of businesses will occupy the commercial spaces?
Rodd and Gunn’s international flagship retail, bar and restaurant will be featured in the northern end of the building, spilling out onto the landscaped terrace. Offices are across both buildings at Level 1. For the remaining commercial offerings we have a curated mix of fine dining restaurant operators, health and beauty and boutique bars and eateries. Think European laneways, outdoor dining, greenery and bespoke architecture. It’s going to be pretty special.
For more information, please contact Steve Groves on M: 021 308 000. For more information please visit www.pop.nz
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Published: March 2024