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…
A forgotten piece of Melbourne’s waterfront transforms into Australia’s first sustainable luxury sanctuary on the Yarra River In 2011, we embarked on a journey to breathe new life into a dormant section of Melbourne’s historic waterfront. As we stand on the precipice of welcoming our first guests and residents to Australia’s first 1 Hotel &…
As we enter 2025, we’d like to share achievements across our portfolio and our vision for the year ahead. This year, as we prepare to welcome our first guests and residents to Australia’s first 1 Hotel & Homes at Seafarers, we’re reminded that the most meaningful projects are worth the wait. Beginning in 2011, we…
In a city facing unprecedented challenges, Melbourne’s commercial landscape has transformed dramatically since 2020. With CBD vacancy rates hovering around 20% compared to pre-COVID levels below 6%, creating enduring tenancies has become the industry’s pressing challenge. Yet amid this downturn, Riverlee has defied the odds at 179 Queen Street in Melbourne’s commercial and legal precinct,…
In an era where environmental responsibility is paramount, Riverlee demonstrates its dedication to sustainability, proving that excellence in property ownership and development, and environmental stewardship can flourish together. Our recent accomplishments underscore a commitment to creating lasting, positive change in the communities we create. A landmark achievement in our sustainability journey has been securing Carbon…
Seafarers: A Collaborative Vision for Urban Renewal Nestled beside the Yarra River, a collaborative effort is underway to reimagine a long-dormant space. The Seafarers precinct, soon to be home to Australia’s first 1 Hotel & Homes, represents Riverlee’s approach to thoughtful urban renewal – a commitment that starts with choosing the right partners. In our…
Melbourne’s skyline has gained a striking new addition as the installation of the Seafarers façade is now complete, marking a significant milestone in precincts development journey. Travellers along Wurundjeri Way and those strolling down the Yarra River promenade will now see Seafarers standing proud, transforming the once forgotten heritage-listed Goods Shed No.5 into a $600million…
Good Cycles, a social enterprise on a mission to create meaningful pathways for young people facing barriers to employment, has partnered with Riverlee at New Epping to look after the maintenance of the landscape. We sat down with Good Cycles’ General Manager of its Good Spaces division Matt Collins to have a conversation about the…
