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“The buildings appear to rise naturally from the landscape, framed by water, light, and greenery, creating a tranquil experience for residents while honouring the ecology of the site,” he explains. “Accessibility, natural light, and acoustic comfort were key considerations.”
Practically, this meant incorporating factors such as passive solar design, natural ventilation and a focus on materials that use less energy in their production.
The Country Club’s design creates tranquil spaces for residents, framed by natural light and the beautiful surrounding environment.
Eco-luxury done right
GemLife Moreton Bay is the latest jewel in a resort portfolio spanning three states. Known for choosing locations in some of Australia’s most picturesque regions, GemLife is equally committed to preserving them.
“Sustainability and environmental stewardship have always been part of GemLife’s corporate ethos from how we build our homes, through to the way we manage construction on site,” explains GemLife COO Andrew Coulter.
“Our latest resorts have achieved perfect scores from the Urban Development Institute of Australia’s EnviroDevelopment program that addresses [factors such as] ecosystems across the site, construction waste, energy management in homes, and water-saving design.”
GemLife is also the first over-50s land lease development to earn a 5-star Green Star – Communities rating from the Green Building Council of Australia.
The Moreton Bay resort is set to display this approach across the nearly 150-hectare site. “We’ll enhance the surrounding environment through planting, regenerating, and providing extra ecological value to protect the habitats of migratory birds and other native wildlife,” says Coulter.
“Because of its location next to the Deception Bay Conservation Park and existing koala habitat, it was especially important to put the environment front and centre.”
Only the best for over-50s
Beyond its eco-credentials, GemLife Moreton Bay is built for a new generation of downsizers – active, socially engaged, and seeking meaningful lifestyle upgrades says Coulter. “Our homeowners are sophisticated and worldly, and they know exactly what they’re looking for when it comes to downsizing,” he explains. “While reducing home maintenance is certainly a consideration, enjoying a social and active lifestyle is a key requirement.”
They’re also rapidly taking up land-lease opportunities like GemLife, where the home is purchased while the land is rented. “It’s a smart way to downsize without the stress,” says Coulter.
For Poole, this new build at Moreton Bay will give this market a haven in which to create community and feel immersed in the unique beauty of Australia’s natural environment. “It’s proof that luxury and sustainability can co-exist beautifully,” he says.
“True sustainability isn’t just about how a building performs, but how it enriches the lives of those who inhabit it.”
GemLife Moreton Bay is a premium over-50s lifestyle resort in South East Queensland, offering luxury homes, first-class amenities and a strong focus on sustainable, environmentally sensitive living. To find out more, visit www.gemlife.com.au/gmb.
