As we approach the end of 2022, we, at Axolotl, would like to take a moment to reflect on all the standout projects of the year.
This year saw the completion of some memorable projects from architecture to art, including a one-of-a-kind Axolotl Terracotta garage door on a stunning new build in Bronte. ‘AES’ is another striking result from the creative minds at Bijl working with artist Marcus Piper. The multi-panel bronze artwork is integrated around the main stairwell of the residence and features a graphic made from a combination of custom machining and 3D printing.
Axolotl Terracotta garage door
We also worked on three unique projects by Foster and Partners. Two were for the prestigious new Circular Quay Towers, where we have completed all the lift interiors in custom Lustre Spectrum glass, as well as multiple shopfronts in custom-designed Halo glass, Timber Link, sheet metal and Axolotl applied semi-precious metals and concrete. Once complete, it will be a stunning showcase of Axolotl ingenuity in the centre of Sydney!
The third Foster project takes Axolotl to the Big Apple and the prestigious new Hudson Yards where we created 200m² of custom 3D printed Champagne Bronze feature wall cladding for the lobby, cafe bar and washrooms.
Hudson Yards
It has been another exciting and productive year for AAP. Two glass art projects bookend the year, including the suspended ‘Petal Sworl’ artwork by Adam Goodrum with creative direction by Broached Commissions, installed at the Continental Hotel Sorrento at the start of 2022, and the ‘To see or not to see’ artwork by Karla Dickens, installed at the entry of the Art Gallery of New South Wales last month.
Art Gallery of New South Wales
In between, our team has delivered a range of other art projects, including a mammoth 1200m² artwork, ‘Reflections’ by Catherine Woo to the soffit of Merinda Park Station, and the multi-wall ‘Centella’ artwork by Broached Commissions for The Continental Hotel, Sorrento which features over 560 handcrafted copper leaves.
Merinda Park Station
Axolotl also expanded internationally, opening two new 10,000sqm factories – one in Thailand and the other in North America – with state-of-the-art equipment and machinery. This gives Axolotl the capacity to service the world as well as create opportunities for our Australian clients to specify Axolotl surfaces on larger-scale projects.
We wish to extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone at Axolotl and to all the designers, architects, artists, builders, and renovators who we’ve been privileged to work alongside.
As we bid farewell to 2022, we wish you all the best for a healthy, happy and successful 2023.
