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The Rialto Story
The icon of Melbourne’s skyline, Rialto reflects the bold belief that the sky is no limit.
Rialto is proudly owned by Dexus and Grollo Group.
History & Architecture
A Rich History
When Melburnians think of their city’s skyline, they think of Rialto—that iconic silhouette attached to memories of growing up in Melbourne.
Today, Rialto continues to stand as a symbol of the city’s growth, aspirations and sophistication.
History & Architecture
A Bold Future
The iconic building’s, grand-scale regeneration delivered state-of-the-art facilities, stellar additions to Rialto’s already-exceptional dining offering and new world-class workspaces.
In addition, investment in technology, security infrastructure and energy features have sharpened Rialto’s leading edge, cementing its status as an unrivalled address for first-class businesses.
Rialto Over the Years
1885
The Robb Building, designed by Thomas Watts and Sons was built—a grand classical styled 5-storey Victorian office building and one of the largest in the city at the time.
1890-1891
Two interwar buildings, the then Rialto Building (designed by William Pitt) and the Winfield Building (designed by Charles Debro & Richard Speight) was constructed amongst the historic streetscape along Collins Street running up to the 1880s Olderfleet Building to the east.
1960–1970
National Mutual Life Association of Australasia purchased the various historic buildings on the site.
1974
The Rialto and Winfield buildings were listed by the new Historic Buildings Preservation Council, and the National Trust of Victoria opposed the demolition of other buildings on the site.
1980
The site was acquired by Grollo Australia in a joint venture with St Martin's Properties.
1982
Grollo Australia wins bid to begin construction on The Rialto Towers.
1985
Rialto under construction.
1984–1986
Early tenants moved into the lower floors while the upper floors were still under construction.
1986
Designed by architects Gerard de Preu and Partners in association with Perrott Lyon Mathieson, the building construction completes and opens its doors.
2015
Regen 1.0
New podium and lobby.
2025
Regen 2.0 begins.
Today
Rialto remains a beacon of business excellence and ambition.
The Pulse of Midtown
With its exacting standards and sky-high sophistication, Rialto revels in its midtown location.
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Restaurants & Bars
Not only is it surrounded by Melbourne’s leading cafés and restaurants, but it is also the ultimate connected address.
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Art, Culture & Retail
To top it all off, Melbourne’s arts and theatre district, iconic arcades and limitless shopping are mere moments away.
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Public Activations
Everyday inspiration is key to success and it comes thick and fast at Rialto. In a precinct where businesspeople, artists, chefs, designers and entrepreneurs rub shoulders daily, activations are designed to unite the whole tribe with colour, music, creativity and Rialto’s signature sophisticated flair.
A Shared Vision
Grollo Group
Grollo Group is a family owned property, tourism and investment company, established during the 1940s. It is a testament to Rino and Diana Grollo’s extensive experience within the property and tourism sectors. With over half a century of experience in the property and tourism industries, the Grollo Group’s major assets include the iconic Rialto Towers and Buller Ski Lifts, Victoria’s largest ski resort.
Dexus
Dexus (ASX: DXS) is a leading Australasian fully integrated real asset group, managing a high-quality Australasian real estate and infrastructure portfolio valued at $61.0 billion (pro forma post final completion of the AMP Capital acquisition). We believe that the strength and quality of our relationships will always be central to our success and are deeply connected to our purpose: Unlock potential, create tomorrow.