THE FLOW - SYDNEY TOWN HALL NEW CIVIC SQUARE

4 Small Research Facility Levels

The tapering form of the tower results in smaller floor plates on higher levels. Research facility floor plans are adjusted accordingly.

Large Research Facility Levels

Both the tall and short towers house a two story module for design studios and research centers. Facade louvres thicken to provide privacy and shading.

THE FLOW - SYDNEY TOWN HALL NEW CIVIC SQUARE

Parametric Tower Facade

The tower facade is designed with parametric brise soleil which reveals pleasant views to the cityscape and courtyard at certain angles, while maintaining sufficient shading. This is achieved by the rippling geometry of opaque and transparent glass panels blocking afternoon sunlight overhead, but allowing downward views to be exposed.

Retail Volume & Courtyard

Seeking beautiful moments in the new civic square, one can be found at the edge of the retail store facade as the light shines through the parametric enclosure at certain times of the day.

THE FLOW - SYDNEY TOWN HALL NEW CIVIC SQUARE

Loading Dock & Street Corners

From site analysis, it was understood that street corners were not friendly, and a safe drawback was necessary. Pockets of space were designed for the new civic square, with undulating paths connecting them and sheltering pedestrians from the traffic.