Broadbeach, September 2025 – Marella by Mosaic has marked its completion, introducing a 30-storey luxury residential tower at 146-148 Surf Parade, Broadbeach. Developed and constructed by Mosaic Property Group in collaboration with Plus Studio, the project delivers 98 high-end two- and three-bedroom residences and penthouses, with every apartment designed to capture ocean views through its elevated form.
Plus Studio Principal Chrisney Formosa described the design intent behind the tower, saying:
“Inspired by the golden colour of the afternoon sun hitting the sand and the way water moves along the coastline, Marella’s form is uniquely responsive to its site. With the facade creating refractions of light that glisten and glow, we have pushed creative boundaries whilst ensuring constructability.”
The building achieves its flowing, sculptural look through an innovative method that relies on angled straight elements in place of curved panels. Its warm, sand-toned palette is accented with golden bronze finishes that create a glowing, tactile presence. To respond to local conditions, the western elevation has been designed as a solid form to block heat, while the eastern side is fully glazed to invite morning light and open out to views of the Broadbeach coastline.
Marella also integrates hotel-style amenity spaces across the tower. A grand lobby with full-height glazed doors, timber-look panelling, high ceilings, curated artworks, and ambient lighting connects with lush landscaping that extends to the first level. The design activates the ground plane of the prominent corner site while establishing a subtropical retreat. Level 1 also features wellness facilities, including a pool, gym, sauna, steam room, and outdoor dining areas overlooking parkland. At Level 11, residents enjoy an exclusive lounge with private dining, a wine cellar, and a terrace, described as “a function space within your own home,” offering a hotel-standard entertaining space.
Reflecting on the project, Mosaic’s Founder and Managing Director, Brook Monahan, said:
“This is a building that delivers more than just a place to live. It offers residents an elevated experience in every sense – from world-class amenities and architectural integrity, to a location that puts the very best of Broadbeach right at their doorstep.”
The success of the project highlights the strength of the partnership.
Formosa remarked: “This outcome is the result of a deeply collaborative design process with Mosaic. They don’t just hand over a site and step back – they bring an incredibly clear vision, detailed briefs, and an unwavering focus on quality. That clarity and rigour pushed us to deliver our best.”
Marella is the second completed collaboration between Plus Studio and Mosaic Property Group, following Dawn by Mosaic in Mermaid Beach. A third project, Lily by Mosaic, is now under construction adjacent to Marella and due for completion later in 2025. The development also marks the seventh project designed by Plus Studio in Broadbeach, reinforcing the practice’s ongoing role in shaping the architectural character of this Gold Coast precinct.
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