Frequently asked questions

It’s not possible to make direct design changes to your apartment. This is mainly to ensure that we can make best use of the economy of scale involved in designing multi-residential buildings. Individual design changes would not only increase prices but also complicate the builder’s job. Our goal is to design simple homes that you can then make your own once you’ve moved in.

There are a handful of ‘optional additions’ that residents can select. Some examples include fly screens, or internal blinds. You may choose as many of these as you wish (indicative prices will be provided), however your Nightingale home will be wonderful without any of these.

Yes, it’s your apartment. Your changes must be within the rules of the owners corporation of your building.

You will be provided with detailed information during the project’s initial information sessions, where you will also have the chance to ask questions and interrogate the design.

After these information sessions, we make a downloadable ‘resident information pack’ (PDF) available that contains floor plans, indicative apartment pricing, and indicative renders and finishes.

Before entering the ballot, you can also contact us via email or book a 1-on-1 call with a Nightingale staff member to clarify any details.

The bike parking is shared, allowing flexibility to changing circumstances. All Nightingale buildings include a generous amount of bike parking, so there shouldn’t be any problems finding a spot.

Teilhaus apartments are space efficient, small-footprint homes that maintain functionality through joinery and flexible spaces. Teilhaus means ‘part of house’ in German. We consider Teilhauses a starting point to get you out of the rental cycle and establish yourself financially.

Teilhaus apartments are cross-subsidised by the larger two- and three-bedroom apartments in the building, which means that they can be sold for between $275,000 and $335,000 (as of 2020).

Teilhaus apartments are only sold to first-home buyers and those with limited financial means, giving them an opportunity of home ownership.

SOHO apartment types occupy a smaller footprint but have lofty ceilings and distinct zones over two floors, making them perfect for those who work or run businesses from home.

Future projects may include apartments with courtyards, depending on the specifics of the site.

Not every Nightingale project will include every type of apartment. The apartment mix of each project depends on the requirements of the site, its location and project feasibility.