A five-storey mixed-use development has been proposed in Paddington, outlining new apartments and retail spaces at a key corner of Latrobe and Given terraces.
Corner Site in Paddington Targeted for Redevelopment
A development application has been lodged for a mixed-use project at 2–8 Latrobe Terrace and 299 Given Terrace, covering a 1,822 square metre site about 3km from the Brisbane CBD. The proposal centres on a five-storey building with 29 apartments above ground-floor retail, office and indoor recreation spaces, positioned to activate both street frontages.
The existing site, which includes an open car park and commercial tenancies, is intended to be cleared to enable redevelopment. The residential component comprises a mix of two- and three-bedroom apartments, including configurations with multipurpose rooms. Basement levels are planned to accommodate car parking and bicycle storage.
Design Reflects Established Paddington Streetscape
The architectural scheme has been prepared by SJB and draws on Paddington’s established character through the use of brick, timber detailing and verandah-style elements. The design incorporates recessed balconies, articulated forms and integrated planting to align with the surrounding built environment.
Subtropical design principles are incorporated through building orientation, natural ventilation and shading features. Sustainability measures include north-facing rooftop solar panels, water management systems and greenery integrated across multiple levels. Landscaping is proposed throughout the building, including podium areas and upper levels, to support amenity and visual integration within the precinct.
Retail Activation and Shared Rooftop Spaces
At ground level, the development introduces a mix of retail, office and indoor recreation uses designed to maintain active frontages along Latrobe and Given terraces. The corner positioning allows for continuous engagement with the street, supporting the function of the area as a local centre.
Residents would have access to a range of shared rooftop amenities, including a swimming pool, gym, sauna, yoga lawn, lounge and dining areas, barbecue facilities and a dedicated dog wash area. The rooftop is designed as a landscaped communal space with integrated planting.
The Paddington proposal forms part of ongoing activity within the precinct, where recent projects have combined residential uses with upgraded retail and public-facing spaces along Given Terrace.
Published 6-Apr-2026
