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Upper House, Melbourne

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Upper House is a multi-residential complex located within Melbourne, Australia, on the south east corner of Swanston Street and Queensberry Street in Carlton, known for its unique projected balconies. The building is developed by Piccolo Developments and designed by Jackson Clement Burrows as residential apartment structures. The construction, headed by Hamilton Marino Builders, commenced in early 2013 and was completed in October, 2014.

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Upper House, Melbourne
Swanston Street, Melbourne Carlton

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Upper House Apartments

Swanston Street 518
3053 Melbourne, Carlton
Victoria, Australia
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