Location of Planter Boxes – Common vs Private.

IMAGE: Provenance – 890 Toorak Road, Camberwell Planter boxes are now becoming an important design element for brand new developments however the question lies whether to make the location of planter boxes on common property or private property. The following are The Knight’s pros and cons list for the location of the planter boxes. Located

A new standard of luxury: How Saint Moritz is raising the bar.

Perfectly positioned with uninterrupted bay views, in walking distance to St Kilda’s bustling restaurant and nightlife strips on Acland & Fitzroy Streets, and with Melbourne landmarks like Luna Park, The Palais and The Espy right outside, Saint Moritz undoubtedly has the resort-like location sorted. But the surrounds pale in comparison to the inclusions. Despite all

A sustainable OC community

Using OC Rules to encourage sustainability

Increasingly developers are building properties with sustainability in mind. Properties can be built with energy efficient features like solar panels and recycled water systems. Developers should also consider setting up their owners corporations to ensure sustainability remains a feature in the management and day to day operations.  One way this can be achieved is by

The lifestyle inclusions purchasers are demanding.

More and more, purchasers are waking up to the opportunities afforded to them by strata living. No longer simply a choice of size, or price point, buying an apartment is now a lifestyle choice. Working with developers on a range of projects across Melbourne, we’ve seen this exciting trend emerge and worked with the communities

Reviewing an OC Budget: Important advice for Developers.

The OC budget is an integral component of establishing an Owners Corporation. It determines the levies which purchasers can expect to pay and can be a deciding factor for those looking to buy a new strata-titled property. It may seem tempting to keep OC budgets as low as possible, to create an attractive price for

How a dedicated handover team supports developers.

The establishment of an Owners Corporation is an involved process. Doing it incorrectly or missing key deadlines can have real consequences for your project and purchasers, including the delaying of settlements. Partnering with a trusted and experienced Owners Corporation Manager from the early stages of your project will ensure the Owners Corporation is correctly established