Bond Store – 30 Oliver Lane, Melbourne, 3000
Heritage Project: Renovating Australia’s first reinforced-concrete building in the heart of inner-city Melbourne.
Winner: Heritage Awards Residential Conversion – National Trust, 2020
The Bond Store Apartments at 30 Oliver Lane represent a unique heritage redevelopment undertaken by Daniel and Uschi Schwartz, transforming one of Australia’s most historically significant buildings into premium residential apartments. Originally constructed as Australia’s first reinforced concrete building, the property was designed by the renowned engineer, architect, military commander and statesman Sir John Monash. The project required a careful balance between heritage preservation and contemporary residential design, resulting in distinctive homes that celebrated the building’s industrial character while delivering modern luxury and functionality. The redevelopment stands as a testament to their expertise in unlocking value from architecturally important assets and creating exceptional living environments within historically significant structures.
Prickly Rocks Beach House – Mornington Peninsula
A new build on a vacant beach plot adjacent to the ocean.
Finalist: Grand Design – Channel 10 TV
Winner: Concrete Awards Magazine
Prickly Rocks is a landmark coastal residence developed by Uschi and Daniel Schwartz in Blairgowrie on Victoria’s Mornington Peninsula. Positioned on a spectacular clifftop site with commanding ocean views, the project involved the creation of a highly bespoke luxury home designed to respond to its dramatic natural surroundings. Combining contemporary architecture, exceptional craftsmanship and a deep connection to the landscape, Prickly Rocks reflects Daniel’s passion for creating unique residential properties that balance design excellence, lifestyle appeal and long-term value.
35 Rose Street Fitzroy
Commercial Building - Added 3 floors to a two-storey warehouse in inner suburban Melbourne - 35 Rose Street, Fitzroy is a boutique commercial development completed by Daniel and Uschi Schwartz in Melbourne’s highly sought-after inner-city fringe. The project involved the delivery of a contemporary five-level office and retail building designed to meet the growing demand for premium workspace in one of Australia’s most dynamic commercial precincts. Fully leased to a diverse mix of quality tenants, the property combines strong investment fundamentals with modern design, sustainability features, and long-term income security, demonstrating Daniel’s ability to identify emerging market opportunities and create enduring value through thoughtful development and asset management.
35 Rose Street Wentworth House - Vaucluse Sydney
Heritage Renovation - Listed modernist church overlooking Sydney Harbour - Wentworth House is a most notable project involving the transformation of the historic Wentworth Memorial Church in Vaucluse into an exceptional private residence overlooking Sydney Harbour. The project combined heritage preservation with contemporary design, creating a unique landmark home that showcases Daniel and Uschi's expertise in unlocking value from complex properties and delivering high-quality, architecturally significant outcomes.
Liberty Tower 620 Collins Street
- Liberty Tower – 620 Collins Street, Melbourne- 27-storey building in Melbourne CBD The Liberty Towers, designed by the well-known architectural firm Elenberg Fraser, is a 26-story building in the west end of Collins Street, Melbourne. It has 237 apartments, including three levels of sub-penthouses and a penthouse level. The building has a gym, spa, and swimming pool on the podium level for the residents to enjoy. Additionally, the ground level has retail spaces, cafes, and restaurants, creating a bustling community hub. The architectural design of Liberty Towers integrates modern living with convenience and luxury, making it a standout development in Melbourne's Docklands.
Additional Australian ProjectsSouth Wharf Sheds 7, 8 and 9
- Sheds 7, 8 & 9 – South Wharf -Heritage shipping sheds converted to restaurants and live venues
Under the banner of Schwartz Hart, Daniel Schwartz led the redevelopment of Sheds 6, 7, 8 and 9 at Melbourne’s South Wharf, transforming a series of derelict riverfront cargo sheds into one of the city’s most vibrant hospitality and entertainment precincts. Positioned along the Yarra River and adjacent to what would become the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre precinct, the project reactivated a neglected industrial waterfront through the creation of restaurants, bars and nightlife venues that celebrated the area’s maritime heritage while introducing a new contemporary energy. The development played a pioneering role in establishing South Wharf as a major tourism, dining and entertainment destination, helping catalyse the broader revitalisation of the precinct and laying the foundation for the thriving waterfront hospitality hub it has become today.
181 Collins Street Regents Court
- Theosophical Building – 181 Collins Street, Melbourne - Refurbishment of a heritage building in Melbourne City
181 Collins Street was a landmark heritage redevelopment undertaken by Daniel Schwartz in the heart of Melbourne’s premier luxury retail and commercial precinct. Acquired from the Theosophical Society, the prominent 1930s heritage-listed building was carefully transformed into 57 boutique apartments above flagship ground-floor retail space. The project successfully combined the preservation of significant architectural features with the creation of contemporary residences, breathing new life into an important city landmark. Anchored by luxury retailer Balenciaga at street level, the development exemplified Daniel’s ability to unlock value from complex heritage assets while delivering high-quality residential and retail outcomes in one of Australia’s most prestigious urban locations.