80 George Street by TKD Architects

ArchiPro Project Summary - Revitalization of the historic 1913 Metcalfe Bond Stores into modern commercial tenancies, preserving original architectural elements while enhancing functionality and public access in The Rocks, Sydney.

Title:: 80 George Street
Architect:: TKD Architects
Category:: Commercial/; Office

Client: NSW Place Management

The 1913 Metcalfe Bond Stores in The Rocks, Sydney continued to function as a bond store until 1972. This historic building was later adapted for commercial use as a tourism centre of shops, restaurants, and offices. In 2016, the building was repurposed for a suite of new commercial tenancies highlighting its original architecture of steel, brick, and timber. Re-designed internal connections and upgraded services were introduced. The lower ground floor of the Bond Store facing Circular Quay West was refreshed with new public amenities providing pedestrian access to The Rocks precinct.

Three levels of the Metcalfe Bond Stores were redesigned for new open-plan commercial office space. Earlier interior works from the 1970s were removed to reveal the original steel, brick, and timber structure of the 1913 building. These generous volumes were refurbished on the lower ground, ground floor, and mezzanine areas with a section of the steel-supported mezzanine removed allowing greater natural light. To reach the mezzanine, a folded steel stair was designed using thin steel rods to support the staircase without adding additional volume. Upgraded amenities on the lower ground level completed the project.

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TKD Architects. TKD Architects is a multi-disciplinary practice that brings together the skills of contemporary architecture, adaptive reuse, interior design, urban design and strategic planning. TKD Architects is a studio of over 60 people including architects, interior designers and heritage specialists. The practice is led by 4 Principals with Alex Kibble as Managing Director. The day to day management of the practice is undertaken by the Principals and Practice Directors, ensuring projects achieve design, quality and financial targets and exceed client expectations. Recognising the importance of strong leadership within the project teams, the practice has 7 Associate Directors and 5 Associates, drawn from across the spectrum of the skills within the office, representing the diversity of technical, design and management skills within the practice. CapabilityWe provide a comprehensive range of architectural services, from project inception to completion. We have experience in projects with a wide range of construction values – both large and small. We balance the resource needs of all projects and have the capability to service complex projects with the appropriate resources. SustainabilityTKD has a long and award-winning track record in delivering environmentally and ecologically sustainable outcomes and we approach every project with the aim of maximising environmental and ecological sustainability. We also understand that the “greenest” building may be one that already exists, and has proven experience in breathing new life into existing buildings in innovative ways to ensure their functionality, appeal and use are maximised In July 2019, TKD Architects became a founding signatory of Architects Declare, Australia. We acknowledge the twin crises of climate breakdown and biodiversity loss are the most serious issue of our time and that globally, buildings and construction play a major part, accounting for nearly 40% of energy-related carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions whilst also having a significant impact on our natural habitats. TKD Architects will promote and support the Architects Declare agenda through our projects and office practices. StudioTKD Architects delivers high-quality contemporary design across a wide range of project sectors. We believe in architecture that has a respect for history and a clarity of vision for the future. Our Surry Hills office reflects the vision and profile of an evolving practice while providing a real sense of belonging and creativity for the whole TKD team. The light-filled converted warehouse has open, collaborative spaces as well as smaller, team meeting spaces. The aspirational single level workspace allows views throughout the space and touches of colour give it a warm, vibrant ambience. NSW Nominated Architects | Robert Denton 5782 | Alex Kibble 6015