Annesley, Annesley College Stage 1

Latent Conditions – Unknowns in the ground caused multiple structural design changes. This was able to be resolved through a collaborative design between Sarah, the architect and consultant team, which was achieved by redesigned steel work to deliver on required intent.

Connecting a new structure to a 1960’s building. Uncovering the undocumented and unforeseeable elements of past building works, Sarah had to identify issues and remediate via a collaborative creative solution.

Tight Access and Egress – The site had tight access and egress – Sarah interfaced with the neighbours and school community within the residential area to ensure all parties involved with the project maintained full access. This was managed through high level communication on a regular basis to minimise potential disruptions.

Functional Spaces – Both students and staff were thrilled with the new general learning area on the lower level, the blend of old and new into a modern functional space.

Break Out Spaces – Again, students and staff were pleased with the extension of the larger external wall to form a new semi-enclosed balcony break-out space. As it is non viewable from Greenhill road it has provided another multi-purpose learning environment.

Connectivity to School – The response from the school was wildly positive on the arch windows and doors that were fabricated to fit within an existing structure – as it maintained connectivity to other buildings throughout the school.

Accelerated fit-out of the building. From Slab pour to handover was seven weeks, knowledge of methodology and ability to stage works helped the school move in prior to Term 3.

Operational Environment Expertise – Sarah’s knowledge and experience working in occupied and operational school environments ensured minimal disruption to the school community.

Undocumented Conditions – Sarah’s flexible and solution focused approached ensured the design intent was maintained, even when working from un-documented conditions. We were able to deliver exceptional client results.