A home that nurtures you We’ve always believed a home should do more than shelter you. That it should actively support the way you want to live and your sense of ease in the world. In 1 Homes at our Seafarers Precinct, that belief found its fullest expression yet. The precinct Seafarers Precinct sits along…
For a long time, development has been measured by physical output. Density, yield and efficiency have traditionally defined success. We’re seeing that approach shift. As cities grow and expectations change, people are placing more value on how a place feels to spend time in. It’s no longer enough to deliver something that functions well. People…
One of the most rewarding parts of this year so far has been seeing a number of very different projects all reach meaningful moments at once. From a record-setting penthouse sale at Seafarers, to breaking ground at New Epping Medical, to the reintroduction of Max Angus House in Hobart, each reflects a long-term commitment to…
This month, we marked a significant milestone — the groundbreaking of New Epping Medical, a $100 million, six-storey medical facility at the heart of our New Epping Health Hub. With Kane Constructions appointed as builder, it’s a moment that reflects years of considered planning and a genuine commitment to the people of Melbourne’s north. Melbourne’s…
At Riverlee, we believe the built environment should do more than provide a place to work. It should support wellbeing, connection and everyday experience. One of the ways we bring this philosophy to life is through the integration of biophilic design across our workplaces and shared environments. Modern workplaces are often defined by glass, steel,…
Riverlee is proud to announce that Seafarers – and 1 Hotel & Homes, Melbourne – has been recognised at the 2025 UDIA Victoria Awards for Excellence as the 2025 Victorian Project of the Year, as well as the recipient of the Urban Renewal and High-rise Apartment awards. These significant recognitions cap off a landmark year…
There are moments that remind us why we do what we do, and as we reach the final stretch of 2025, this feels like one of them. Seeing 1 Hotel & Homes Melbourne come to life on the riverfront, the culmination of over a decade of vision and collaboration has been something truly special. With…
At Riverlee, we believe that a building’s identity should reflect more than its owner, it should connect to place, history and community. This philosophy underpins our approach to repositioning and renaming assets, where heritage and cultural significance guide the future of a space. Our recent collaboration with The Hanging Garden Group in nipulana/Hobart exemplifies this…
In August, Riverlee celebrated three extraordinary decades of business at 1 Hotel Melbourne, surrounded by the collaborators and friends who have shaped our journey. From Clement Lee’s first residential project on Melbourne’s Flinders Street in 1993, Riverlee has grown into a family business defined by more than buildings. This milestone was a chance to reflect…
After more than a decade of thoughtful regeneration, Riverlee is proud to announce the opening of 1 Hotel Melbourne. Developed in partnership with leading global hospitality brand 1 Hotels, this nature-infused luxury destination brings a new dimension to Melbourne’s hospitality landscape—where sustainability, nature and Melbourne’s rich maritime heritage intersect. Set along 220 metres of Yarra…
For 50 years, this stretch of the Birrarung lay dormant but held the promise of something great. Now, Seafarers Rest has officially opened as Melbourne’s newest riverfront public park, the first in more than 20 years. At a ceremony attended by City of Melbourne Lord Mayor Nicholas Reece, Melbourne City Councillor Kevin Louey, and the…
