YarraBend is the kind of place where you can’t help but take deep inhales of fresh air. Surrounded by green, leafy parkland, it’s hard to imagine that you’re 10 minutes away from Melbourne CBD.

But YarraBend by Glenvill is a breath of fresh air in other ways too. Combining technology, sustainability, food and art, YarraBend's aim is to form a community, not merely properties. When something so visionary is created, the inspiration is infectious. It was an absolute delight to celebrate the launch yesterday evening.

Trends research institute The Future Laboratory gave YarraBend the huge accolade of being one of the world’s most liveable future suburbs.

With soft, soothing jazz playing, we enjoyed a spectacular light show and the sumptuous catering of Chef Scott Pickett. Known for working his magic on institutions like Saint Crispin in Collingwood, Pickett served delicious oysters and steak tartare.

There are over 2,500 properties planned at YarraBend, many already sold. Totally powered by Tesla, the riverside suburb will transform living as we know it. With parks, gyms, pools, yoga studios, restaurants and a co-working space all in the development, why would you ever need to leave? Find out more at yarrabend.com.au. ☆

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