Opera is designed as a living sculpture that will enrich this histo ric area of Melbourne with an expressive form that twists and flares with a unique curva ceous beauty. Melbourne's grandest boulevard is also a tree-lined gateway to the CBD, surrounded by lush parklands, prestigious schools and the city's celebrated arts precinct. The premium retail, award winning restaurants, popular cafes and iconic laneway culture of the world's most livable city are all only minutes away.