The John Fairfax Studios are three stories of entertainment and performance space created within the existing building. Innovative solutions allowed for the adaption of existing under-used areas into classrooms, rehearsal and meeting rooms. A lift and external terrace were also included and services were upgraded and extended.
The Theatre and University remained fully operational, seven days a week, during the construction. Access was through the front door and with zero tolerance to noise impacting one the theatre, combined with safety and strict cleanliness requirements, required clear and daily communication with the client an essential component of the project.
This complex project was completed in just 32 weeks.