Hawthorn is one of Melbourne's most coveted property markets — and the suburb's most discerning downsizers have found their address.
Few Melbourne suburbs command the quiet reverence of Hawthorn.
Defined by its architectural heritage, tree-lined streets and a refined urban character, it occupies a rare place in the city’s fabric.
Established as one of the city's most coveted addresses alongside neighbouring Kew, it's a suburb residents don't leave lightly — and rarely have to.
Now, as Melbourne's most discerning homeowners look to make their next — and finest — move, one address has emerged as the answer: a home defined not by compromise, but by luxury, ease and impeccable liveability.
Hawthorn is one of Melbourne's most sought-after suburbs with a mix of heritage charm and prestige design.
Inside the detail-obsessed Hawthorn residences reshaping the downsizer brief
For prestige buyers seeking their finest chapter, Kooyongkoot Hawthorn by PQD is an opportunity that is genuinely difficult to replicate.
According to Mark Pomeroy, Director of PQD, what sets this project apart begins with the conviction behind it.
“Very few developers have the capacity — or the conviction — to deliver something like this. We’re immensely proud to be among them,” he says.
“There is simply nothing like this in Victoria. For buyers who understand quality, the value speaks for itself.”
Situated on one of Hawthorn's most prestigious streets — Kooyongkoot Road, where homes command in excess of $15 million and rarely change hands — Kooyongkoot Hawthorn doesn't simply occupy this address. It honours it.
Across the development, just 18 residences are divided into four distinct home types, each thoughtfully conceived for a different way of living.
The Garden residences on the ground floor open to private, landscaped retreats, offering the ambience of a private home.
They feature sizeable 180sqm-plus layouts and landscaped courtyards by Eckersley Garden Architecture.
“Eckersley Garden Architecture are among Melbourne’s most celebrated landscape designers — their work defines the finest private gardens in the city,” Mr Pomeroy notes.
Koonyongkoot Hawthorn offers buyers the rare opportunity to move into expertly designed homes in the already premium suburb.
Above these sit the Terrace residences, offering a selection of generous two and three bedroom layouts with fine features and beautiful outlooks. Under cover terraces are a standout feature, extending the living experience seamlessly to the outdoors.
For top-tier buyers, there's the choice of four luxury Sub-Penthouses.
“From 200 to 240sqm of internal space, these residences offer penthouse proportions — yet with the privacy of sharing a lift with just one neighbour and the prestige of a corner position,” Mr Pomeroy explains.
Crowning the building are two Penthouses, each sprawling across over 300sqm of internal space, complete with wrap-around terraces and internal stair and lift access to a sweeping rooftop with outdoor entertaining, private pool and breathtaking views.
The first Penthouse sold for more than $8 million, one of the highest apartment sales recorded in the suburb, underpinning the value that prestige buyers are seeing in the project.
With only one now remaining, the urgency for the most distinguished buyers is self-evident.
Regardless of the home type, every residence shares the same exacting standard of finish — timeless materials, soft tones and bespoke craftsmanship that together create interiors of enduring elegance.
"We've agonised over truly every detail in the project, from architraves, skirting selection, tap fittings, light fittings, mitred edge details on stone finishes, to how mirrors intersect with walls,” he says.
“From the moment you arrive, the sense of arrival is unmistakable – the atrium draws in natural light and the corridors feel open and inviting, setting the tone for what lies within each home. Literally every single component has undergone developer consideration and design collaboration.”
Each elements of Kooyongkoot's residences has been painstakingly designed to meet the luxury standards of modern downsizers.
Wellness, access and practicality: What discerning downsizers really want now
Amenities and practical everyday living are essential in any project in today's market, but at Kooyongkoot it's been about getting the mix absolutely perfect.
The wellness precinct has been thoughtfully curated to balance utility with ongoing costs, a consideration often overlooked in luxury developments.
“We want residents to enjoy these spaces without the burden of excessive levies — so every amenity here was chosen because people will genuinely use and value it,” says Mr Pomeroy.
The result is a curated collection of amenities chosen for lasting relevance, not passing trend.
There’s a residents’ lounge, Wellness Space with infrared and traditional sauna and cold water therapy shower, an equipped gym, Pilates and yoga studio, and a golf simulator that doubles as a cinema.
A fully equipped gym is just one of Kooyongkoot's exclusive, resident-only amenities.
The considered design extends well beyond the wellness precinct.
Storage rooms, not cages, offer privacy and considerable space with some measuring 30sqm.
There’s dual lift access — as well as dedicated rubbish and recycling chutes on every floor, a practical touch often overlooked in boutique projects — all of which Mr Pomeroy describes as “significant value” in a development of this scale.
Dimmable lighting creates atmosphere and smart home locks allow residents to unlock doors remotely for family or cleaners from anywhere in the world.
As Mr Pomeroy puts it: “No detail was too small, no specification left to chance.”
“It’s a sign of the strength of the developer that we have the capacity to embark on a project like this, literally on the self-belief that we knew this would succeed, and we stand vindicated at the moment that it was the right decision.”
The building has already reached full height, with topping-out achieved in February 2026 and completion anticipated by November 2026, meaning buyers could be calling Kooyongkoot home by the end of the year.
With completion expected this year, now is the time to secure a Kooyongkoot residence.
A blue-chip location that stands the test of time
For many buyers, the location alone is the deciding factor — its lifestyle credentials and enduring market reputation need little introduction.
The Scotch Hill precinct where Kooyongkoot is situated remains one of Hawthorn's most tightly held enclaves.
Walkability is high with schools, trains, trams, shops, the Lido Cinema, parks, golf courses and creek paths all close, making car-light living genuinely realistic.
"It's a sought-after location for those that don't want to be in the very heart of the action and just still have that residential feel," Mr Pomeroy adds.
Some of Kooyongkoot’s buyers have downsized from homes on the very same street — a testament not only to the address, but to the calibre of what has been built there.
“That tells you everything about the area — and everything about the calibre of what we’ve created here,” he says.
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