503/31 Doggett Street, Teneriffe, Qld 4005

Conceived around one continuous indoor-outdoor domain, this 223m2 residence is among the largest of the 14 Richards & Spence-designed homes at Brera. Ideally suited to Brisbane’s subtropical climate, its adaptable layout accommodates everyday life and larger gatherings with rare ease.

One of just three residences on the fifth floor—and the only one to feature a triple aspect—it welcomes abundant daylight, cooling breezes and elevated outlooks to the south, northeast and northwest.

Open-plan in design, the generous kitchen, living and dining spaces flow naturally onto the sheltered terrace that encircles the home, with retractable full-height glazing creating a seamless transition between interior and exterior.

Designed as a place for gathering as much as cooking, the kitchen pairs a full complement of V-ZUG appliances, a Pitt cooktop, integrated Sub-Zero refrigeration and Sub-Zero wine cabinet with a generous scullery that keeps preparation and clean-up discreetly beyond view. The outdoor kitchen with integrated barbecue extends entertaining across the terrace, providing an alfresco setting as suited to long lunches and evenings with friends as it is family celebrations.

The home's three-bedroom accommodation wing is positioned to maximise privacy and heighten the sense of retreat.

The substantial master suite enjoys a corner location, with floor-to-ceiling windows that slide open to capture fresh air and views toward Teneriffe Park and the Brisbane River. Its walk-in robe is centred around an island dresser and a beautifully appointed ensuite featuring dual vanities, twin showers and a freestanding marble bath.

The two secondary bedrooms feature large, operable windows and extensive built-in robes. They share access to the second bathroom, which includes a full-sized bath. A separate V-ZUG-equipped laundry and powder room complete the home's interior amenity.

Rich in texture yet masterfully understated, a restrained palette of European oak, Tundra Grey marble, Venetian plaster and stainless steel is resolved with exceptional precision throughout the interior. Complemented by considered planning that embraces changing patterns of life rather than prescribing a singular way of living, the result is a home defined by a profound and enduring calm.

That same sense of calm extends to Brera's private landscaped rooftop. Overlooking the Brisbane skyline, its 20-metre swimming pool, hot and cold plunge pools, sauna and shaded dining spaces provide an enticing setting for relaxation, exercise or entertaining under the stars.

Below, another layer of Brera emerges at street level, where a curated selection of hospitality and boutique retail tenancies brings everyday convenience to the building's front door. 

Secure lift access, basement parking for three cars and substantial private basement storage ensure the practicalities of apartment living are addressed with equal care.

Just beyond Brera’s front door lies one of Brisbane's most complete and culturally influential urban neighbourhoods. A two-minute walk will put you amidst James Street's acclaimed restaurants, cafés and boutiques, with the river, New Farm Park, Howard Smith Wharves and the CBD also within easy reach.

Within this ever-evolving locale, Brera is immediately recognisable. Its soaring vaulted portico, monumental pediment and sculptural form establish an unmistakable architectural identity, while deeply recessed openings, sheltered balconies and layered thresholds respond to the subtropical climate, creating a gradual transition between the street and the privacy of the residences beyond.

Few architects understand this part of Brisbane as intimately as Richards & Spence. Across more than two decades, the lauded local practice has played a defining role in shaping the urban character now synonymous with the James Street precinct. Brera extends that contribution into the residential realm for the first time, with the distinctive balance of restraint and boldness that sets its work apart.

Developed by Forme, Brera reflects the Queensland developer's longstanding belief that exceptional residential buildings begin long before construction. Through the careful selection of sites, close collaboration with leading architects and a commitment to allowing architecture to lead, Forme has established a reputation for delivering projects of enduring quality and liveability.

Now under construction and scheduled for completion in mid 2027, this landmark project comprises just 14 residences, with only limited opportunities available.