The Meridian Centre for Music and Drama is a new, freestanding, purpose built facility which increases the capacity of the school and brings music, drama and creative arts into one location. 
The six level building houses a music academy, drama theatre, recording studio, recital and practice rooms, music classrooms, a composition library, an indoor/ outdoor amphitheater and Administration spaces. The two storey atrium provides a visual link to all areas of the building. 
Bounded by the existing operational school on three sides and a public road on the fourth side, the works maintained safe thoroughfares for the 1,300 students and staff. Management of storage of materials and deliveries were paramount to the smooth progress of this project. 
Fire separation within the building and to the adjoining building were challenges that were handled with innovation. A central four storey feature spiral staircase was a challenge. Purpose-built structural steel platforms were used to expedite the works. 
The completed building will be home for a new generation of musicians and performing art students for the foreseeable future.