CAMBERWELL LIBRARY & OFFICE
Retained and reinvigorated the unused Camberwell Music Hall (1967) and historic Civic Centre (1890's) into a modern multi-function community space surpassing all stakeholders’ expectations.
PROJECT DETAILS
Value: A$25M
Contract: Design & Construction
Client: City of Boroondara
Contractor: Abigroup Contractors
Status: In use
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
major and detailed demolition to internal structures of heritage buildings
construction of new internal elements including;
1,800 sqm dedicated to the new Camberwell Library
ground floor multi function areas for support teams and the public
6,500 sqm of council offices over levels one and two above all connected by a glazed three level void topped by a clerestory
PROJECT BENEFITS
highly detailed fit-out providing enticing spaces for staff and public use
bringing unused historic buildings into Disability Discrimination Act (DDA) compliance
many Environmentally Sensitive Design (ESD) initiatives including double glazing and use of natural light
adaptive reuse achieving the equivalent 5 Star Energy Rating
KEY SERVICES PROVIDED
bid team strategy and leadership
tender review and sign-off
commercial and legal negotiation
delivery team establishment
delivery contractor general management
client engagement