Timber has been used extensively on the interiors to this new retail centre. Various timber species have been used in different areas of the centre, namely:-
•ÌýÌý ÌýThe mall – atrium screens – western red cedar
•ÌýÌý ÌýDecorative void columns and balustrades – Victorian ash
•ÌýÌý ÌýMall bridges and the cutting stair – jarrah hardwood flooring
•ÌýÌý ÌýLevel 1 food court – ceiling – pine plywood from Chile
Joinery – American oak and blackbutt hardwood
•ÌýÌý ÌýLevel 1 Keira Street pedestrian bridge – jarrah hardwood flooringThe use of various Australian and overseas species of timber has created a very warm ambience with varied hues throughout the centre.Ìý
The workmanship by the tradesmen engaged by Hansen Yuncken to install the interiors is excellent and a tribute to the professionalism and craftsmanship of the site management team and their installers.ÌýThis new retail centre in Wollongong is a worthy winner of the Best Use of Timber 2015 award.
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Category
Construction (Commercial) » Best Use of Timber
Year
2015
Company
Hansen Yuncken Pty Ltd
Project
Wollongong Central West Keira Retail Development
Prize
Winner