Transport for NSW has appointed a consortium to lead planning and design delivery for its Circular Quay Renewal project.
The Circular Quay Consortium’s (CQC) design proposal by Tzannes, Aspect Studios and Weston Williamson and Partners has been selected to proceed to the design and planning phase. The proposal was revealed June 2022 after the state government announced $216 million funding allocation for the Circular Quay Renewal.
“Our collaborative design proposal was central to the selection of the consortium of Capella Capital, Lendlease Construction and BESIX Watpac, who are partnering with the NSW Government to revitalise the Circular Quay precinct,” Aspect Studios said in a statement.
Aspect Studios director Sacha Coles said the transformation of Warrane/Circular Quay is an opportunity for the revitalisation of Australia’s most important waterfront. “It will allow the city to take full advantage of its harbour and landscape setting,” said Coles. “The new place will respect traditional owners and enable everyone to revel in the delight of ceremonies, both the ancient and new.”
The consortium will work alongside First Nations advisors Michael Mossman, Alison Page and Christian Hampson and Chels Marshall and Emily McDaniel to ensure the plans have a strong connection with Country and heritage.
Pre-concept designs of the revitalized Circular Quay precinct by Tzannes, Aspect Studios, Weston Williamson + Partners and supported by a team of First Nations designers and advisors.
Image: Courtesy of Transport NSW
The proposed revitalisation will include new wharves, an upgraded train station, new hospitality venues, more active transport connections and improved public green spaces.
“The multi-faceted proposal creates distinctive new public spaces, as well as retail, dining, arts and cultural offerings,” the architects said. “User and passenger experiences are transformed at one of Sydney’s busiest transport interchanges.”
Transport for NSW director Julie Sundqvist said the announcement of the partnership represented a major milestone for the revitalisation project.
“CQC will help to create a more dynamic precinct for visitors and locals to enjoy, and further elevate Circular Quay’s status as a stunning and unique destination revered globally,” said Sundqvist.
“We look forward to working with CQC to deliver new and improved public spaces, connections, infrastructure and buildings that will breathe fresh life into one of Australia’s most visited destinations and a critical transport interchange in the heart of Sydney.”
Detailed design, community consultation and statutory planning will commence in 2023.
