By Alesha Capone
A European-style piazza will be built within a neighbourhood at the Jubilee estate in Wyndham Vale.
Developer Lotus Living announced plans for the new neighbourhood, to be called Urban Square, last week.
Inspired by Melbourne’s inner-city lifestyle, Urban Square will include a mix of urban living options, all of which will be centered around a plaza of cafes, bars and eateries.
The proposed design of the piazza also includes a waterfront promenade, a boulevard, health and well-being facilities and childcare.
Urban Square’s 2100 dwellings will include apartments, townhouses as well as land and house and land packages.
The project includes two towers which are planned to consist of 10 to 15 levels, but this is subject to planning and demand.
Urban Square will measure 53 hectares overall – this includes over five hectares of open space, parks and a wetland.
Urban Square construction will commence in 2020 and will be a 10 year project.
Lotus Living project director Daniel Smith said Urban Square would create major economic and social benefits for the local area.
“Lotus Living recognises the need for an iconic residential, lifestyle and dining precinct in the heart of Wyndham Vale,” he said.
Construction of Urban Square is due to commence around June next year.
Jubilee will be home to more 7000 dwellings once its construction is completed, with about 20,000 residents expected to move in across the next 15 years.
Plans for the 482-hectare estate include a 5.4-hectare town centre with 8000 square metres of commercial space; a 1.2-hectare neighbourhood centre and 77 hectares of parklands, sports fields and cycling paths.
