Lobby areas give a new meaning to space in Melbourne's Nest at the Hill, with large, braided ropes hanging from the ceiling. Photo: SCMP Pictures

The seating areas and indoor and outdoor spaces of Palazzo Del Sol in Florida. Photo: SCMP Pictures

The espresso bar, reading nook and seating area in the Eighth & Grand development in Los Angeles. Photo: SCMP Pictures

Meeting the neighbours in the public living room

Architects and developers of luxury apartment buildings enhance entrance areas with an array of amenities to keep residents happy

Published: 2:00am, 29 Apr, 2015

Updated: 2:54pm, 20 Jul, 2018

Lobby areas give a new meaning to space in Melbourne's Nest at the Hill, with large, braided ropes hanging from the ceiling. Photo: SCMP Pictures

The seating areas and indoor and outdoor spaces of Palazzo Del Sol in Florida. Photo: SCMP Pictures

The espresso bar, reading nook and seating area in the Eighth & Grand development in Los Angeles. Photo: SCMP Pictures

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