Three-Year Hamilton Build Takes Its Cues From Eblin Drive’s Character

On a quiet Hamilton hillside street containing just 12 residences, a newly completed home has been designed with the surrounding neighbourhood’s character in mind, following three years of planning and construction.



The five-bedroom property at 30 Eblin Drive occupies a 787-square-metre block in one of the suburb’s established residential areas. North Queensland developer Patrice Knott worked with architecture firm Muscolino Shaw and Aligned Builders on the project, which is now heading to auction. The development involved a year of planning and two years of building work, with particular attention given to how the residence would sit within its surroundings.

 Hamilton property
Photo Credit: Ray White Ascot

A Design Shaped By Its Surroundings

Maintaining the character of Eblin Drive was among Knott’s priorities, with the new residence intended to complement the homes already established along the street. Architect Lewis Shaw, from Muscolino Shaw, said the project was approached with the intention of respecting the neighbourhood’s existing character while improving the streetscape. The firm was responsible for the home’s architecture, interiors and landscaping concept.

Hamilton Hillside Home
Photo Credit: Ray White Ascot

Privacy also influenced the layout, particularly around the outdoor entertaining areas. The swimming pool and surrounding gardens were designed to limit views towards neighbouring properties, while rooftop greenery provides additional separation around the upper-level balcony. The residence is positioned close to several established Hamilton and Ascot destinations. Ascot State School is approximately 450 metres away, while Racecourse Road, Portside Wharf and the Brisbane River are also nearby. Brisbane’s CBD is about five kilometres from the property.

 Ray White Ascot
Photo Credit: Ray White Ascot

Three Years Of Work Behind The Finished Home

One of the more extensive changes during construction took place below ground, where an entirely new basement was excavated. The basement includes a temperature-controlled wine cellar for more than 1,000 bottles, a tasting room and vehicle parking. Although the property is advertised with six garage spaces, its basement is described as having capacity for up to ten vehicles, with provision for electric vehicle charging.


Above ground, the main living spaces connect to a terrace, lawn and magnesium swimming pool. The design incorporates limestone and European oak flooring, marble finishes, ceilings exceeding three metres and large sliding doors opening towards the gardens. The upper level contains five bedrooms, three with ensuites, alongside a study and second lounge. The main bedroom includes a private balcony overlooking rooftop gardens, a dressing room and an ensuite with heated flooring.



Ray White Ascot agent Damon Warat is managing the sale. Warat said buyers in the prestige housing market were increasingly interested in completed properties that did not require them to undertake their own building projects. The residence is being offered without a published price guide, with inspections scheduled for Saturday 24 October from 9:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. The auction will take place on Friday 13 November 2026 at 10:00 a.m., at Ray White Corporate, Level 26, 111 Eagle Street, Brisbane City.

Published 15-October-2026

Apartment Plan Now Targets Site Once Eyed for Childcare Centre at 46–50 Racecourse Road

A Hamilton address once proposed for a childcare centre that would have cared for 98 children is now part of a plan for 29 apartments on Racecourse Road.



Hamilton Today previously reported on a plan for a childcare centre at 50 Racecourse Road. It covered a 618.8-square-metre block, would have replaced the house standing there, and was under council assessment at the time. The centre was designed by Red Door Architecture and included a basement car park with 10 spaces.

Now the same address sits inside a much larger proposal.

What Fortis Wants to Build

Racecourse Road
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The plans were lodged in September and show a five-storey building designed by DKO Architecture. Buyers would choose from six two-bedroom apartments, 22 three-bedroom apartments and one four-bedroom home. According to a design statement, the look borrows from traditional Queenslanders, with deep balconies, sliding screens and planter boxes. It also aims to respect the neighbouring St Augustine’s Anglican Church and the nearby Hamilton Town Hall.

Cafes, a Rooftop and Underground Parking

Street level would hold three retail tenancies, covering 268 square metres inside and another 71 square metres of outdoor dining. They are earmarked for food, drink and boutique shops. Up top, a 488-square-metre rooftop deck would have a pool, a sauna, a gym and a private dining pavilion. Two basement levels would hold 75 car spaces and 35 bicycle spaces.

What About the Price?

Racecourse Road
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No prices have been released for the new building. Fortis is also behind Lynsford, across the road at 53 Racecourse Road. That project is approved and being sold off the plan, with three-bedroom homes advertised from $3.45 million. Hamilton Today has reported that submissions on an earlier version of the Lynsford plans raised the church’s heritage setting and traffic on Racecourse Road.



A Busy Stretch

Racecourse Road keeps filling up with proposals. Graya began construction on its The Gallery project at 63 to 71 Racecourse Road in June, and The Urban Developer reports 25 of its 48 apartments have sold. Fortis is separately behind a plan to turn a former aged care facility in New Farm into high-end homes.

For now, the Hamilton proposal is with Brisbane City Council.

Published Date 30-September-2026