Living Redefined
For almost five decades we've delivered turnkey residential design and development management. Now we're opening our proven developments to a close-knit group who want to share in the success — without the exposure of going it alone.
The Studio 72 difference
Studio 72 is a boutique residential development studio. Opportunities like ours usually sit behind closed doors, open only to those already inside the industry — we were built to change that, bringing design, feasibility, finance, planning and delivery together in-house, under almost five decades of residential experience.
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Architectural direction led in-house by our co-founder Design Director, refined over decades — grounded in liveability, market alignment and long-term value.
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From site acquisition through to settlement, Studio 72 manages the entire development process on behalf of our partners.
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No project proceeds without passing our internal feasibility review. Conservative modelling and lender-aligned assumptions underpin every opportunity we present.
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Our in-house development finance broker brings 25+ years' experience, structuring and optimising funding outcomes for Studio 72 and our partners.
How we work
For decades, Studio 72 has delivered turnkey residential design and development management for private clients. Today, that same proven process is open to a close-knit group who want to participate alongside us.
What we've always done · Development Management
Turnkey residential design and development management for private clients. Bring your own site or project and we run the entire development end to end — design, approvals, construction and delivery. You're the sole investor, with no profit split.
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Now open · Development Partner
Now open to a close-knit group: participate alongside us in proven Studio 72 developments. Your capital is returned in full before a 50/50 share of profit — so you share in the success without carrying the full risk of developing alone.
View current opportunities →Portfolio
A growing portfolio of boutique residential homes and developments across Australia's east coast — from turnkey client residences to multi-residence developments.
Selected from a broader portfolio that also includes Hovell (Albury), Mauroveri (Bondi) and Sommervell (Brisbane).
Inside the work
Liveability is designed in — light, proportion, materials and flow. A look at the spaces, finishes and feeling that define a Studio 72 home.
Now open
Through the Studio 72 Development Partner Network, a close-knit group of like-minded partners share in the success of proven, carefully selected developments — without carrying the full risk of developing alone. Each is structured in a project-specific unit trust, with current developments forecasting net returns of 25%+. Allocations are limited and released selectively; register your interest to receive a detailed briefing.
Central Albury, NSW
A landmark boutique residential development in one of Central Albury's most tightly held residential corridors — four architecturally designed downsizer residences.
Allocations limited — offered on a first committed, first allocated basis. Capital commitment closes 15 July 2026.
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Palm Beach, QLD
A single Contemporary Hamptons residence delivered turnkey for one owner — managed from design through to completion.
A client-funded commission. Enquire to discuss bringing your own site or brief to Studio 72.
EnquireThis website is general information only and does not constitute financial product advice, an offer, or an invitation to invest. Any indicative figures are estimates only and subject to change. Development partner opportunities are offered to eligible investors and details are provided in a separate briefing. Seek your own independent legal, financial and taxation advice before making any decision.
How we deliver
Every Studio 72 development follows the same structured framework — refined across decades of residential design and development for private clients — maintaining commercial discipline, governance and delivery alignment at every stage.
Development strategy & feasibility
Detailed feasibility modelling, market analysis, acquisition strategy and commercial assessment.
Design & planning approvals
Architectural design development, consultant coordination and development approvals management.
Builder engagement
Builder coordination, delivery strategy alignment and pre-construction planning.
Construction program oversight
Structured oversight of construction delivery, reporting and project coordination.
Project completion & exit
Sales coordination, settlement management and development partner profit distribution — proceeds distributed in a clear order of priority:
Who we are
For almost five decades, co-founder Richard Chapman and his consultant and builder network have delivered residential design and development across Australia. Today that legacy is Studio 72 — Richard's architectural experience joined with co-founder Will Ellwood's modern commercial framework. The same proven process behind our turnkey design and development management now underpins the select opportunities we open to our development partners.
Will Ellwood
Co-Founder · Managing Director
Leads commercial strategy, feasibility and development delivery across the Studio 72 platform — from acquisition and structuring through to governance and development-partner coordination, ensuring every project is commercially sound before it proceeds.
Richard Chapman
Co-Founder · Design Director
Leads architectural direction and design development across every Studio 72 project, drawing on almost five decades of residential design experience to align each home with liveability, market and long-term value.
Jade
Co-Founder · Operations Director
Oversees operational coordination and delivery systems across the platform — managing project workflow and client and consultant integration so every project progresses efficiently through each stage.
Specialist advisory network
Matt
Associate Town Planner
Provides specialist planning advice and development-approvals coordination, helping identify opportunities and navigate planning frameworks efficiently — from pathway assessment to local-government and private-sector engagement.
Stuart
Principal · Senior Mortgage Broker · 25+ yrs
Our in-house development finance broker, with 25+ years' experience structuring development finance and lender relationships. He coordinates funding to align with each project's feasibility and delivery strategy — optimising finance outcomes for Studio 72 and our clients.
Shane
Chief Financial Officer
Oversees financial governance and administration across Studio 72 developments — project accounting, compliance, reporting and distribution management — so each project is professionally structured and transparently managed throughout its lifecycle.
Doron
Principal · Legal & Governance
Provides legal oversight across Studio 72 developments, establishing project entities, governance frameworks and shareholder agreements so every development partnership is properly structured, documented and governed.
Builder & consultant network
Studio 72 coordinates experienced builders, consultants and advisors aligned to each development location — national and custom builder partners matched to the project, ensuring every development is commercially disciplined and professionally delivered.
Where we operate
Studio 72 operates across established east coast markets where strong owner-occupier demand, limited supply of quality product and our local networks create consistent opportunity.
Register your interest
Development partner allocations are limited and released selectively. Register to be considered for current and upcoming Studio 72 opportunities.