Situated at 1260–1272 Malvern Road, the team aims to establish a village-style precinct that reflects the character of Malvern.

Planned to include 40 residences, the development will be subtly inspired by the charm of Parisian neighbourhoods, featuring refined detailing, warm materials, and a focus on café-style street activation, reinterpreted through a distinctly local perspective.

The project will be crafted by Cera Stribley, with interiors by Studio Tate and landscaping by Jack Merlo, the same collaborators behind Maleela Rise.

“Following the success of Maleela Rise, we’re confident this team can bring the same level of design excellence and vision to Malvern,” says Chapter Group Director Dean Lefkos.

With successful projects across Armadale, Toorak, Prahran, and Windsor, Chapter Group has a strong understanding of the expectations of buyers in this part of Melbourne.

“We’ve learned the importance of designing with a customer-first mindset. We ensure that every apartment reflects our priorities and non-negotiables in quality, functionality, and experience, and from Maleela, in particular, we’ve learned how important curated amenity is,” says Lefkos.

“Here, we’ll take those learnings and curate them for a Malvern audience — creating spaces that invite interaction and elevate everyday living. It’s about crafting a real community, places with heart, where neighbours know each other and there’s a genuine sense of belonging,” he said.

The group reportedly paid around $20 million for the site, currently occupied by ULR Land Rover.

“The corner of Malvern and Bonview Roads is one of those rare addresses that balances vibrancy and tranquility, connecting seamlessly to Malvern Road’s retail energy while enjoying the calm of its leafy backstreets,” Lefkos says.

“Two of our Directors, as well as many of our collaborators, also live and work locally, so we understand the area’s appeal — the strong sense of community, great schools, beautiful parks, and effortless access to both the city and the coast.”

Expressions of interest for the project will open early next year, with a targeted launch set for autumn 2026.

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Chapter Group and James Packer’s NPACT secure prime Malvern site

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