Adaptive re-use creates award-winning arts precinct
Project Info
Client
Infrastructure NSW
Architect
Tonkin Zulaikha Greer Architects
Value
$262 million
Completed
2021
Innovative adaptive re-use has seen Sydney’s iconic Walsh Bay reimagined as a global arts venue. The precinct has been awarded the prestigious NSW Architecture Medallion and Greenway Award for Heritage in the 2022 NSW Architecture Awards.
State Heritage-listed structures and finishes were restored to preserve the maritime essence, while incorporating technical requirements of local businesses. Steel framed balconies, elevated walkways and glass-clad lifts were also incorporated to capture the iconic Sydney views.
Highly collaborative stakeholder engagement was critical to support the sensitive works associated with the heritage industrial structures. Spill management techniques and extensive structural strengthening strategies were incorporated to protect Sydney’s marine environment and harbour.
Awards
2022, AIA NSW Architecture Awards; NSW Architecture Medallion
2022, AIA NSW Architecture Awards; Greenway Award for Heritage Architecture
2022, AIA NSW Architecture Awards; Public Architecture Award
2022, The National Trust Heritage Award Winner; Adaptive Re-use
2022, AIA National Architecture Awards; Lachlan Macquarie Award for Heritage Architecture
2022, AIA National Architecture Awards; National Award for Public Architecture Award
2022, Timber Design Awards; Excellence in Timber Applications – Interior Fitout – Commercial
