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Urbanistik is leading the transformation of Gungahlin Homestead Estate with an ambitious regenerative design that sets a new standard in retirement living - it is a bold vision 200 years in the making.
Location
Crace, Canberra ACT
Site Area
36 Hectares
Type
Retirement Lifestyle Precinct
Status
Planning and Design
Urbanistik is managing the turnkey design and development of Gungahlin Homestead Estate on behalf of Crace Holdings, a syndicate of Canberra investors, who purchased the 36 hectare pastoral property in 2023. The magnificent sandstone homestead will be the centrepiece of a vibrant new retirement lifestyle community comprising approximately 800 dwellings, from detached family homes to independent living and high care accommodation. The community will be set in a rejuvenated landscape under a canopy of majestic heritage trees.
www.craceholdings.com.au
Reimagining retirement with a dynamic and welcoming community, set in a living landscape, that provides exceptional choice, convenience, connection and easy transition as residents' needs change. Our vision is to create something Canberra has never seen before - a world class lifestyle precinct, built on the principles of regenerative design, with the Homestead as its vibrant community heart.
36ha
Estate footprint
200
Years of HISTORY
800+
HOMES IN THE MASTERPLAN
55+
Target community age range
“Creating a place where people, community and the environment play beautifully together - the kind of place where we ourselves would love to live.”
Crace Holdings
02 / Regenerative Philosophy
These principles shape every design decision across the project, from infrastructure and landscaping to housing typology and community amenity.
Heritage Rejuvenation
Bringing new life and new purpose to one of the ACT’s rare pre-Federation landmarks and securing its future as the hub of a vibrant new community.
Design for Country
Building on thousands of years of First Nations knowledge of the land to guide how the site will be shaped to enrich the environment for all species.
Regenerative Design
Using smart engineering and technology to conserve resources and support efficient, climate resilient homes with 90% tree retention, indigenous planting and water-sensitive design.
Community Connection
Supporting physical, mental and social health through thoughtful design of shared spaces, amenity and community programming.
The Gungahlin masterplan establishes a walkable, connected community where heritage, nature, and modern living coexist — centred on shared green space and integrated community infrastructure.
Legend
Access & Entry
Heritage
Community
Landscape
Land Use