Homes NSW has officially opened its landmark affordable housing development at Cowper Street, Glebe, celebrating the completion of one of Sydney’s most innovative and sustainable social housing projects.
The official opening was attended by Premier Chris Minns, Minister for Housing Rose Jackson, Sydney Lord Mayor Clover Moore, Michael Wheatley of Homes NSW, Laurie Leigh of Bridge Housing and Michelle Endacott of The King’s Trust Australia, recognising the strong partnership that brought the project to life.
Set on Gadigal Country, the development delivers 75 social homes across two eight-storey buildings and a sensitively restored three-storey terrace, providing high-quality accommodation for approximately 132 residents. Offering a mix of studio, one, two and three-bedroom homes, the project has been carefully designed to complement Glebe’s historic character while meeting the growing need for sustainable, affordable housing.
The development establishes a new benchmark for environmentally responsible housing, incorporating cross-laminated timber (CLT) construction, energy-efficient building systems, natural ventilation, rooftop solar, landscaped communal spaces and green roofs. Expert sustainability advice provided by The King’s Trust Australia has helped create healthier, lower-carbon homes that will benefit residents for generations.
Signature Project Management was proud to deliver the project as Client-side Project Manager and Principal’s Authorised Person, working alongside Homes NSW and the wider consultant and construction team from project inception through to completion.
“It’s rewarding to see projects that demonstrate what’s possible when quality, sustainability and community outcomes are placed at the centre of development,” a Signature Project Management spokesperson said.