QHouse: An exclusive afternoon at 1 Hotel Melbourne

Join Queers in Property for a very special QHouse at 1 Hotel & Homes Melbourne—the city's newest eco-luxury riverfront destination redefining hospitality through sustainability, inclusivity, and purpose.

This exclusive experience offers our LGBTQIA+ community and allies an intimate journey through one of Australia's most anticipated hospitality openings, empowered by Riverlee, FK, ODO, and Gallagher Jeffs.

1 Hotel & Homes Melbourne
Located within Riverlee's $600 million Seafarers precinct on the Birrarung, the heritage-listed Goods Shed No. 5 has been transformed into 1 Hotel Melbourne—Australia's first nature-inspired 1 Hotel. A welcoming gathering space incorporating:

• 277 guest rooms & 114 hotel-branded residences 

• 2,000+ salvaged heritage items 

• 4,500m² of reclaimed timber 

• 7,000 living plants 

• 1,200sqm+ of events & meeting spaces

• Australia's first Bamford Wellness Spa

• Hospitality destinations - From Here by Mike & Crane Bar

The Afternoon
Begin at Upstairs—the hidden speakeasy bar on Level 1—with expertly crafted drinks and locally sourced bites while learning about this decade-long urban renewal journey.

Then enjoy tours with the creators and designers who brought this landmark to life.

The Guides

• Billy Patten 🌈 (they/them), QIP Co-Founder & Impact Marketing Manager, Riverlee (developer)

• Nicky Drobis (she/her), Partner & Head of Design, FK (architect)

• Samson Tiew (he/him), Founding Director, One Design Office (hotel interior designer)

• James Ridenour 🌈 (he/him), Head of Concierge, 1 Hotel Melbourne (hotel)

• Supported by insights from Arlen Nieuwenhuizen (he/him), Gallagher Jeffs (project managers)

Very limited tickets available.

Can't wait to show you this incredible space,
Queerleaders xoxo

About QHouse
QHouse showcases projects with involvement from LGBTQIA+ professionals across property, design, and the built environment—celebrating inclusive, purpose-driven development.

Acknowledgment:
We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the land, the Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung people, and all Indigenous Australians. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

Accessibility:
We're dedicated to accessibility for all attendees. 1 Hotel Melbourne offers wheelchair accessible, step-free access. Please let us know of any specific requirements.