UEM Sunrise proposes landmark development at the Oval Subiaco East in Perth

UEM Sunrise chief executive officer Sufian Abdullah

PETALING JAYA: UEM Sunrise Bhd has submitted the development application (DA) of its first residential development in Subiaco East in Perth, Western Australia for Lots 1 and 2 at The Oval, Subiaco East, to deliver two landmark apartment buildings.

In a statement, the company said it is seeking approval for two mixed-use residential buildings on the 4,930 sq m site, which will sit just beyond the boundary line of the iconic Subiaco Oval, alongside Haydn Bunton Drive.

“The proposed development is the first within the overall Subiaco East Masterplan by DevelopmentWA, the Western Australia State Government’s central development agency.

“The proposed development will comprise of approximately 340 apartment units with a launch gross development value potential of AU$450mil including up to 12% of the apartments providing affordable housing in the Western suburbs.”The proposal aims to offer a distinct opportunity for future residents to enjoy the unique Subiaco lifestyle.

UEM Sunrise said the scheme will see two well-designed residential buildings on Lot 1 with a tiered height of 25 and 35 stories plus a ground floor, creating a strong visual aesthetic for the landmark development.

“This will be complemented by a 10-storey building plus a ground floor on Lot 2.

“The proposed design for the mixed-use residential precinct will promote communal interaction through well-curated spaces, 400 sq metres of retail space on the ground floor of Lot 1, which permeates into gardens and landscaping that augment the public facilities at The Oval site.

In the same statement, chief executive officer Sufian Abdullah said the company has had a significant presence in Australia for many years.

“We’re delighted to be delivering this landmark project in our first venture into Western Australia bringing a combined local and global expertise in mixed-use developments to the Perth residential market to create a vibrant and connected new community in Subiaco East.”