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NSW Parliament House Education Centre

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Workplace

NSW Parliament House Education Centre

New South Wales · September 2020

Client
Parliament House
Architect / designer
NBRS Architecture
Location
New South Wales
Completed
September 2020
Builder
NBRS Architecture
Project manager
NBRS Architecture

Overcoming design challenges to create a refined, functional space

The refurbishment of the auditorium at NSW Parliament House presented several design challenges, including structural engineering restrictions and the need to avoid air-conditioning grilles on the concrete floor. Close collaboration between TCW, Actiu, and NBRS Architecture was essential in overcoming these challenges, resulting in a high-quality, functional space.

NSW Parliament House Education Centre, photo 1
NSW Parliament House Education Centre, photo 2

Challenge

The task was to navigate the design complexities of the auditorium, addressing both structural constraints and the requirement to avoid air-conditioning grilles while ensuring the space’s design and function thrived. The goal was to balance both aesthetic elegance and operational needs within the same space.

NSW Parliament House Education Centre, photo 3
NSW Parliament House Education Centre, photo 4

Solution

TCW provided 164 seats from Actiu’s Audit collection, strategically arranged across 11 rows to maximize the functional use of the space. A custom 3-seat beam was designed to work around the air-conditioning grille issue, maintaining aesthetic flow. To complement the design, seat light fittings were sourced from Dunnart by Light Project, and signage adhered to Actiu’s consistent standards. The addition of Instyle Vinyl provided a simple yet elegant feel to the space while ensuring compliance with Australian fire retardant standards.

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Results

The successful collaboration between TCW, Actiu, and NBRS Architecture resulted in a refined, functional auditorium that meets both design and operational goals. The NSW Parliament House Education Centre now offers a versatile, practical space that thrives in both form and function, supporting the quality standards required by the client and fostering a productive environment for educational events.

Products used in this project

Product partners: Actiu

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