Reimagining a Heritage Icon

Works at Rosebery Engine Yards is Gaining Momentum.

Works are progressing well at the heritage rich industrial icon, Rosebery Engine Yards. Numerous milestones have recently been achieved, including the commencement of internal linings and shopfront glazing finishes. This marks a significant milestone because the project team has invested several months in upgrading the old timber building to meet current standards. Due to the heritage nature of the site, all elements of the existing building have been assessed for strength, density, and compliance to ensure alignment with the new design. While this process has required patience, it has been extremely rewarding with new learnings and discoveries every day. 

Additional milestones include installation of the main roof, which is nearing completion, removal of paint on external brickwork, and glass installation that meets stringent Section J requirements. Cladding, windows, and masonry works to the façade are gaining momentum, revealing Goodman’s vision of blending old and new.  

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New entry portals for the future tenancies have also been craned into position. Next month, the development’s first tenant, Messina, will take over the café to commence the fit-out of their new store on the corner of Dunning Avenue and Hayes Road. Other tenants will commence their fit-outs in coming months, with several large brands leasing tenancies. 

With guidance from Heritage Consultants, several existing elements of the 90 year old building will be repurposed within the new building including over 20,000 bricks, signage, metal fixings, windows, louvres, hardwood timbers, electrical transformers, bells, cranes just to name a few. 

We would like to acknowledge and thank our dedicated team and subcontractors for their hard work on this project. Despite its unique challenges, the project continues to evolve into a modern, sustainable mixed-use workspace. 

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