Revised designs for Sydney’s Central Barangaroo precinct have been released for public feedback, after the original plans for a 20-storey apartment tower were scrapped due to concerns over building height.
Property developer Aqualand was initially appointed to redevelop the site in 2018, however, since then, the project has encountered significant delays. In 2022, former New South Wales premier, Dominic Perrottet, announced there would be a reduction in height limits in the Central Barangaroo area to preserve views of Sydney’s harbour – a move that would require Aqualand to reevaluate and modify its plans.
The updated concept plans, designed by SJB, include a total of seven buildings, with six of the seven ranging from seven to eight storeys, and a seventh building of up to ten storeys. An underground food court and shopping centre linked to the Barangaroo Metro stop are part of the latest proposal, as well as a luxury hotel – to be operated from the tallest of the buildings.
Six of the seven buildings range from seven to eight storeys tall, with a seventh building of up to ten storeys.
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SJB, courtesy of Aqualand
Aqualand project director, Tim Roberston, said he hoped the latest plans had addressed previous concerns regarding height. “Projects like these get a lot of scrutiny, that comes with the territory, but we’re ready to get on with it,” he said.
“Once the [Barangaroo] Metro opens later this year [2024] we expect that many people will ask what the hold up has been with Central Barangaroo. Thankfully, we’ve had really clear direction from the new government and we’re ready to get on with delivering a fantastic lifestyle precinct for Sydney.”
If the development is approved, construction on the precinct is expected to commence in 2024, with the project expected to be completed in 2029. The revised Barangoo Central concept plans are on exhibition until 2 February 2024.
Source: Architecture - architectureau
