Prince Henry Community Centre

• Client
• Randwick City Council/Landcom/Cadence Australia
• Architect
• Lahznimmo Architects
• Project
• Large theatre-like multipurpose room, with commercial catering kitchen adjacent. Interpretive elements incorporated into the construction included the flora imagery of Eastern Suburbs Banksia Shrub species sandblasted into the concrete walls of the amphitheatre in the entry forecourt, aboriginal words with local significance as translated and agreed with the local Aboriginal Land Council, commemoration of the significant 1969 "Wrapped Coast" art installation by Christo, displayed on the wall of the multipurpose room facing the cliffs that were actually wrapped by Christo. The landscaped surrounds are planted with suitable native species, which are able to be used in conjunction with the building as a basis for Council's sustainability education programs.
• Value
• $5,000,000
• Contract
• Lump Sum
• Role
• Design & Construct
• Award
• NSW MBA Excellence in Construction Award 2009 for Environmental Management

 
Comment The Design & Construct tender included a design competition with each consortium submitting a unique design to a pre-agreed client budget. Grindley/Lahznimmo produced the most environmentally unique design incorporating a green/planted roof and the biggest "bang for buck" outcome. Grindley was responsible from concept and DA submission through to commissioning on this coastal sensitive site.