Employees of the Roads & Maritime Services (RMS) benefit from a highly progressive workspace in their refurbished head office on Parramatta Street.
The main aim of the refurbishment project was to improve facilities and collaborative spaces for staff and visitors. However, a significant challenge for the contractors was to keep all existing communications rooms fully operational throughout the project.
Achieving the aim
SAS800 Trucell ceilings were installed in the open plan lounges and stairwells of the renovation. Creating a grid of squares, strong lines stretch the length and breadth of the collaborative space. The system gives a decorative feature to the fitout with the illusion of a much larger space for activity-based working. Comfortable lounge furniture and bright colours have also been chosen to encourage communication and create a flexible working space.
Meeting the challenge
Specified with a lay-in exposed grid, each tile slots in place without the need for gaskets or cutting. With the building in constant use, installation was quick and easy keeping the project on schedule with minimal disruption.
Popular in Australian CBD property markets, the refit considers occupant wellbeing with Grade A ‘end of trip’ facilities. An upgraded lobby area also contributes to the value-added space with an improved experience for employees and visitors alike.
Project details
Project: RMS Parramatta, New South Wales
Sector: Commercial
Client: GHD Woodhead Sydney
Architect: GHD Woodhead Sydney
Main Contractor: Intrec Management Pty Ltd
Completion Year: 2016
System Type: SAS800 Trucell ceiling
Area: 8600m²
