136 Hay Street

We successfully obtained a waiver for a competitive design process while navigating several unique and complex challenges that limited the development capacity of the site. The site is located above the T4 railway tunnel, and adjacent to the neighbouring Ausgrid substation with surrounding heritage context. A unique building envelope was developed that maximises opportunities within the site’s context. The distinctive wedge-like form is a response to the restrictive solar plane requirements to limit overshadowing on Belmore Park.

Easement constraints on site were converted into an opportunistic laneway, connecting Campbell Street and Hay Street, enhancing pedestrian connectivity within the locality. The laneway has been designed as a semi-activated laneway with opportunities for public art installations and retail kiosks.

BVN explains the ‘cascading green waterfall’ as a “sloping green roof that uses a grid of cables to form a garden bed of climbing plants, creating a new Sydney CBD landmark as an extension of the green canopy of the park.”

The project is reflective of a collaborative spirit between the design team and a commitment to context-responsive architecture. As one of the largest integrated Urban Design and Planning teams in Australia, we work closely with clients on projects, master plans, approvals, designs, and policies that achieve solutions that are community-focused, based on sound strategy and quality design.

All project renders by BVN Architecture.