FuturePerth

Could three-bedroom apartments be an affordable alternative for families and slow urban sprawl?

The case for more three-bedroom apartments Is there an oversupply of apartments in Melbourne or are we just building the wrong type?

Reflecting on today's 'Towards Sydney 2056', what is your vision for OUR city? How do we plan to house our future diverse workforce over the next 40 years?
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If you didn't get a chance to explore today, prepare your Open House wish list for tomorrow.

We hope you've had an incredible day exploring Perth!
Thank you so much to all the destinations that were open today-we can't wait for you to explore what we have on offer tomorrow!

Young architects from 40 countries develop concepts tackling the need for urban density using unused rooftops on buildings across 69 different cities.

Is building a city above a city the solution for higher-density living? Upside down houses, sky-high terraces and communal gardens on top of existing buildings could be the solution to meeting the demand for urbanisation in major cities around the world. 

The Department of Transport, together with the Public Transport Authority and Main Roads Western Australia have today released the Perth Transport Plan for 3.5 Million People and Beyond.

Is it all sauce and no steak? Will we have the nation's best public transport system? Have a look at the plan on the Department's website and have your say by emailing [email protected] or calling (08) 9463 2391 during the public comment period from 29/7/16 to 28/10/16.

http://www.transport.wa.gov.au/projects/perth-transport-plan-for-3-5-million.asp

Perth Transport Plan for 3.5 million and beyond The State Government has developed a vision for Perth’s future transport network; designed to keep our city moving as we grow and help Perth to continue to be one of the most liveable cities in the world.

What do you want to see in Perth's laneways? Have your say on the future of McLean lane.

McLean Lane Enhancement The City of Perth would like your feedback on its proposal to upgrade McLean Lane as part of the City's Laneways Revitalisation Initiative.You can learn more about the McLane Laneway Proposal by viewing the documents available on the right of this page. In short, the proposal aims to improve pedestr…

Will land releases adjacent to rail stations slated for 500 apartments have a positive influence housing affordability?

State unlocks $20m of land near rail stations for apartments More than $20m worth of land near Perth train stations to be released to build 500 new apartments.

SITE TOUR NEXT FRIDAY

There are thousands of apartments under construction in Perth, with many more to come.

The average new lot size in Perth is over 400sq.m, so what does a 45sq.m 1 bedroom or 60sq.m 2 bedroom apartment look and feel like? They key to good apartment living is design, design, design.

Join us for a tour of a newly completed boutique 9 star energy rated apartment development in Perth. The developer will showcase how the innovative use of layout, materials and light can make every square metre count.

Spots are limited so please RSVP early.

Hope to you see you there,
FuturePerth Committee

When: Friday 30 October 2015
Time: 12pm AND 1230pm
Where: Meet us at 5 West Parade, Perth (right near the East Perth Train Station)
Bring: Yourself and lots of questions. Dress as you like.
RSVP: [email protected] (please specify if you'd like to do the tour at 12pm or 1230pm)

3,000 new residents for the CBD. It's just getting started.

Towers to put people in city link Kings Square precinct approval for apartment buildings to house 3000 residents.

Another tower approval for South Perth as Finbar's 38-storey mixed-use "Civic Heart" gets the green light (1st photo below). Will the new major residential projects help reactivate the southern banks of the river and provide enough patronage for a train station?

The Australian reports the number of apartments under construction in capital city CBDs Melbourne 7,800 Sydney 5,500 Brisbane 3,000 Adelaide 2,300 Perth 1,700