477 on Pitt

The revitalised inner-city building has been transformed into an enlivened technology hub, affectionately named the ‘central hub of different ideas’. It is the first of many buildings within the new Tech Central precinct, forecasted to produce 25,000 new jobs in Sydney over the next four years.

Major demolition of the two-floor lobby has repositioned a new ground-floor plane. The building’s new interface transforms the existing commercial asset into a fit-for-purpose workplace for tech companies of all scales – upgrading its access, performance, and design.

The new internals seamlessly integrate with the remarkable heritage found on site. The original AGL showroom found inside has undergone significant fit-out works to repurpose the space as a contemporary venue for hire. Additional conservation works were conducted on the neighbouring Fire Engine House, Sydney’s first ever fire station, and the adjacent Presbyterian Manse. These works allowed for the rejuvenation of existing brickwork and new sandstone cladding.

Buildcorp is actively managed the major façade upgrade. Several tower cranes and over sixteen mast climbers, set across a vibrant CBD block, delivered over 17,000m2 (or 2,405 individual panels) of GRC to the 32-floor building. The project will be complete with additional substation works, and upgrades to the public domain on a major arterial road parallel to Sydney’s light rail.

477 now boasts a wealth of new offerings for tenant partners delivered by the Buildcorp team. Amenities include several collaborative working areas, a ‘third space’, outdoor terrace, and a new wellness area.

This project is the first of three Buildcorp projects within Tech Central, closely followed by fit-outs for Stone & Chalk and Afterpay.