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Project • By Purcell • Parliaments
NSW Parliament House Chambers
Purcell were engaged as Lead Design Consultant for the Chambers Restoration Project at New South Wales Parliament House, one of the oldest precincts in Australia. The project was part of a broader renovation initiative aimed at preserving and upgrading the Legislative Assembly and Legislative Council Chambers.
Brett Boardman
Under Purcell’s guidance, a team of sub-consultants skilfully managed mechanical, electrical, specialist lighting, materials conservation, and accessibility aspects of the refurbishment. A detailed exploration of materials, colours, and supplier specifications ensured consistency and authenticity throughout the process.
Brett Boardman
An important challenge centred on establishing a uniform approach fo... More
Project • By Isabel Barros Architects • Private Houses
River House Kilkenny
The site presented a number of challenges, including a house over 150 years old, the proximity to a Special Area of Conservation (River Nore) and the existing topography.
Although not protected through statutory designation the original house with its modest scale and unassuming architectural aspirations makes a contribution to our quality of life by informing us of our past and adding visual interest to the environment. The project aimed to preserve the heritage while making a contemporary architectural statement derived from a conservation objective.
The brief asked for additional accommodation to meet current lifestyle demands. An adaptive reuse of the existing house was envisaged. The new volumes create an amicable relationship with... More