Central Place Sydney

The Central Place project is a prime example of how strong collaboration can unlock industry-leading sustainability outcomes that align with the ambitions of state governments and developers.

We are working closely with the main project team on the AUD$3 billion Central Place Sydney project, a 133,000m² premium office development (two commercial 37- and 35-story towers and a low-rise podium building anchoring the project).  Adjacent to Sydney’s Central Station, the project aspires to the highest sustainability ambitions and will be the city’s new home for tech innovation.

As the leaders in sustainability strategy, certification, and design analytics, we are taking a proactive approach to this project by facilitating vision-setting workshops, building capacity within the wider design team, and creating compelling cases for the most impactful initiatives.

The development includes an all-electric central plant, mixed-mode ventilation, a hybrid timber structure, a high-performance façade, 100% renewable energy procurement, and a series of integrated circular economy strategies that will position Central Place at the forefront of holistic sustainability performance in Australia.

The design of Central Place Sydney is focused strongly on harnessing new technology, using 100% renewable energy, and featuring a number of healthy building initiatives, such as touchless entry points. The precinct will also include the world’s first closed-cavity façade system powered by artificial intelligence and solar glass.

Once completed, Central Place Sydney will feature a rich selection of retail and dining options, complemented by public art installations and green spaces, and be the workplace for more than 15,000 people.

This sustainable precinct will enhance pedestrian amenities and connectivity to Central Station and serve as the significant gateway to the southern end of Sydney’s central business district (CBD).

Image Credit: Fender Katsalidis and Skidmore, Owings & Merrill