When Gallery Group was established in 2011, Adam and Kym Barclay set out with an ambitious vision: to reshape the property market in South East Queensland. Fourteen years later, it’s clear that the company’s visionary leaders have not only met that goal, but far exceeded it.
Founded as Gallery Homes, the company initially focused on luxury new-build homes, honing their craft and mastering how to deliver high-end homes before scaling the business operations. They have maintained the same principles throughout every single one of their 2,000 new builds which has seen them grow into one of the most respected and trusted property development companies in South East Queensland.
The team has just celebrated its best calendar year to date, with 541 unconditional building contracts secured in 2024, 92% per cent more than in 2023.
“From the outset, Gallery focused on creating a place in the market where speed and quality co-exist. One is not sacrificed for the other,” Gallery Group CEO and Founder Adam Barclay says.
“Our rapid expansion in South East Queensland was driven by a strong commitment not just to observe the market, but to truly understand the industry—its needs, future trends, and emerging opportunities. Along with our steadfast dedication to innovation, this approach has allowed us to maintain consistency and deliver reliable solutions in an ever-evolving market.”
Over the past decade, Gallery has expanded its capabilities significantly, adding several key areas to its portfolio. They redefined the concept of co-living by introducing a product to the South East Queensland market that was well ahead of their competitors. The innovative approach offers significant benefits not only to Gallery's national investor clientele but also to tenants who need an alternative to traditional house or apartment living. Gallery has continued to evolve their co-living collection through purpose–driven design and functionality for all parties involved.
After years of refining its processes, Gallery now offers an industry-leading guarantee: new homes will be built in just 18 weeks*. With construction starting within four weeks of land settlement, this means clients can expect their homes to be completed in just 22 weeks—around five months—from land settlement to final handover*.
New - On the rare occurrence the 18-week completion isn’t met, investors are not left out of pocket. Gallery will pay $600 a week until the build is complete. The figure has been calculated to all-but cover interest incurred, rather than the just the standard legal amount of $50 a day required by builders which often leaves home owners and investors significantly out of pocket.
“We want our clients to know that we value the commitment they made to us and we will put our skin in the game too to hold ourselves accountable to deliver for them.”
In 2024, Gallery’s team of builders demonstrated remarkable efficiency, with construction starting on-site in less than four weeks for 96 per cent of their home builds. Moreover, an impressive 97 per cent of their clients experienced sub-18-week build times, further solidifying Gallery’s reputation for timely delivery.
“Our build guarantee is industry leading, especially when we package it with our build start guarantee” Barclay says.
“It is about accountability at every stage, and every milestone that can truly impact our clients. We want to ensure that impact is positive - not negative.”
Demonstrating confidence in the growth of another key business area, Gallery’s rapidly expanding rental division now offers a unique guarantee: for their extensive investor clients who are building homes as investment properties, Gallery promises a tenant within six weeks of handover. If a tenant is not secured within this period, Gallery will cover the difference in rent.
“Our guarantees are not only highly considered to be meaningful and make an impact - but they ensure everyone in the market knows we walk the walk,” Barclay says.
One of Gallery’s most notable achievements over the last 14 years, and over 2,000 home builds, is its record with the Queensland Building and Construction Commission.
During 2023-2024, building disputes associated with build defects totalled 6,115, of which 5,216 related to works after construction was completed and 899 which were during the construction process, the latest QBCC Annual Report showed.
Gallery doesn’t have a single blot on its copy book across its 2,000-plus completed builds.
It was with this guaranteed quality of build that saw Gallery commissioned to build 24 homes in Oxley for Economic Development Queensland after a rigorous tender process.
2025 promises to be another big year for Gallery. There are several key developments in the pipeline in Richlands, Logan, Ipswich and Redbank Plains. There are also exciting opportunities for wholesale investors to take advantage of strong and secure returns, as well as an exciting new development in one of the Gold Coast’s prestigious suburbs.
Gallery has been a key driver in the region's growth, and is poised to deliver even more homes as it transforms into an economic powerhouse. With the population projected to reach six million by 2046, the demand for housing is set to surge. Additionally, with the 2032 Summer Olympics coming to Brisbane, the region is expected to attract significant migration, further fueling growth and development.
“We are well placed to capture a significant share of South East Queensland’s property market in the coming years and set new benchmarks for excellence in construction and development,” Barclay says.
To find out more about what Gallery can offer, click here.
**Gallery guarantees do not include SDA and double-storey builds
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