Month: January 2020

The Platinum building is a prestigious 4 level retail and commercial development, consisting of 62 high quality tenancies including ground floor retail, ground floor and level 1 mezzanine parking, commercial spaces to level 2 and 3 including fitouts with a net lettable floor space of 8200m2.

The Office fitouts called for a number of configurations to meet tenants needs. Construction works included new lighting, new flooring, new glazed partitions, joinery for entry spaces and common areas. All office fitouts were undertaken out of office hours to ensure existing tenants business activities were not adversely affected by construction.

Client
Multiple Clients

Cost
Varies

Project Type
Commercial

Architect
EJE Architects

Project Size
Varies

The Willowdale Retirement project formed staged 3 and 4 of the retirement villages overall development. It consisted of th following:

• 68 self-contained dwellings for seniors living
• A single storey Clubhouse with a heated swimming and a bocce court.
• Landscaping
• Earthworks including retaining walls
• Associated works

The proposed 68 self-contained dwellings would consist of five building types. Two house types are two bedrooms with a single garage, one is two bedroom, study and single garage, another is three bedroom and double garage and the final type is two bedroom and double garage.

All dwellings would be of single storey construction and contain private open space in rear courtyards with areas between 75 and 90 square metres. The retirement village would be made available to people aged 55 and over or who have a disability pursuant to the requirements of the State Governments relevant environmental planning instrument.

Client
Stockland

Cost
$11.0m

Project Type
Age Care

Architect
Integrated Design Group

Project Size
Approx 9000m2

The project was faced with very strict design criteria and budgetary requirements. A structural steel mezzanine level was implemented into the 5.2m head space, creating greater efficiency in lettable space.

Construction works included all interior walls and linings ceilings, all services, construction of new change room and amenity facilities construction of Yoga, spin, training and consultation rooms and offices. All floor finishes, signage, detailed joinery and audiovisual was also completed.

Works were undertaken within the Platinum Building at Erina, which was fully occupied, hence managing key noise tasks and materials handling outside normal working hours was key to ensuring minimal disruptions to existing tenants.

A key achievement of the team was to construct the works within eight weeks from commencement. This included the fabrication and construction if the mezzanine. This unbelievable tight program was achieved as a result of close relationships with all consultants, subcontractors and suppliers involved with the project.

Client
Oxigen Fitness

Cost
$1.8m

Project Type
Commercial

Architect
RB Gibson

Project Size
Approx 350m2

Adams Smash Repairs state-of-the-art workshop is a 4500sq m purpose built facility. Many years of industry experience has been put into the original design and layout to allow for a very efficient repair process. The workshop features glass paneling for natural light and rain water tanks to store water for car washing. The workshop floor is epoxy coated and drained to a separator to protect the environment. The panel shop is equipped with the latest equipment, including:

• 8 x Caroliner Bench Racks with Vision-tronic computerised measuring
• 8 x Caroliner speed benches
• 4 x Fan inverter spot welders
• 8 x Post Hoist
• 1 x Post Hoist W/Aligner

The paint shop is equipped with:

• 5 x Prep Bays
• 3 x Spray Booths
• 1 x Large Truck Spray Booth
• 1 x Mixing/Paint Room and Storage Room

Client
Adams Smash Repair

Cost
$7.8m

Project Type
Industrial

Architect
EJE Architects

Project Size
Approx 4500m2

The $8 million dollar upgrade is the largest renovation on the Taree court house since the courthouse was first built in 1882.

Construction works included the demolishing of the previous 1960s extension and replacing it with a new two story building. The new court house creates new space for video-conferencing and domestic violence support areas. There is also the addition of new rooms for legal-aid, public defenders and Aboriginal Legal service.

Client
Department of Justice

Cost
$8.0m

Project Type
Civic

Architects
Sueters Architects

Project Size
Approx 700m2

The Port Macquarie Indoor Sports Stadium is a multi court facility which accommodates many different sports, including basketball (6 courts), volleyball (6 courts), netball (6 courts), futsal (6 courts or 2 international), badminton (3 courts), ultimate disc (6 courts), handball (6 courts), lacrosse (6 courts), polo hockey (6 courts) and lifeball (6 courts).

In February 2017 the stadium underwent a $7 million dollar upgrade which included three new timber floor courts, Multi purpose rooms, Café, new change room amenities and car-park. The revitalised stadium serves as a community hub hosting a number of sports and social groups.

Client
Port Macquarie /Hastings Council

Cost
$7.0m

Project Type
Sports

Project Size
Approx 3200m2

Looking north east over Fairy Bower and Shelly Beach, these four apartments step down the site over five levels. Each apartment occupies an entire level of the site, giving the impression that they are more like elevated houses than apartments.

Internally, the beautiful views are framed and ever-changing patterns of light are captured through skylights, windows and screened internal winter gardens. Internal gardens are situated on the northern side of the apartments, creating a light-filled private and protected area with an outlook over the water.

The apartments are built on a solid sandstone base and features a custom designed assemblage of components including screens, light fittings, bridges, boardwalks and eventually concludes with a dynamic expression of copper roof and wall elements.

Each residence has a private entrance, direct access from the lift, direct access to Fairy Bower, no common walls and a separate garage, all of which add to the feeling that each apartment is more like a house.

The building complements the dynamic topography of the locality and enhances the views to Shelly Beach, Manly and the coastline of the Northern Beaches.

Client
Private Developer

Cost
$12.4m

Project Type
Multi-residential

Architect
Squillace Architects

Project Size
Approx 1200m2

In 2010, Connex was engaged as Managing Contractor

The Platinum building is a prestigious four level retail and commercial development situated in the Erina precinct. The multi-use development consists of 62 high quality tenancies including ground floor retail, ground floor and level 1 mezzanine parking, commercial spaces to level 2 and 3 including fit-outs with a net lettable floor space of 8200m2.

Other areas include conference facilities, corporate suites, restaurants and a fitness centre.

Client
Fountain Corporate

Cost
$18.6m

Project Type
Commercial

Architect
FD Architects

Area
8200m2

Sitting on the iconic eastern side of Sydney Cove next to the Sydney Opera House, the PTW Architects designed and Multiplex constructed Bennelong Apartments was completed in 1998.

The Bennelong Apartment refurbishments consisted of the upgrade and refurbishment of the communal pool and gymnasium areas, including upgrading of base building services, upgrading ceilings to acoustic and corrosive resistant Luxalon ceilings.

Other base building work included treatment of basement ground anchors, remedial works to facade, featuring Hydro Foils and rectification of minor waterproofing issues with the basement levels.

Client
Owners Corporation Strata

Project Type
Residential

Cost
$2.2m

The centre is the latest example of mature and respectful architecture within the Early learning industry. The physical environment is regarded as equal in importance to that of the educators role. A focus on the natural environment with plants, water, rocks, sand, dirt provide children an environment to explore, discover and enjoy.

Each space was a standout in design and functionality. With a joinery wall that separates what feels like an indoor space from outside, and has purposely been designed to store resources, display projects and accommodate children’s lockers. While the free flowing form of the design allows for connectivity throughout the centre for both children and educators.

Client
Jecka

Cost
$1.2m

Project Type
Childcare

Architect
Co-AP Architects

Landscape Architect
Fiona Robbe