PHIVE also known as 5 Parramatta Square is a community, cultural and civic hub in Parramatta, New South Wales, Australia designed by French architect Manuelle Gautrand.[1] Characterized by its vibrant red and orange tessellated roof, it represents a significant investment in the city's infrastructure, with construction costs amounting to $136 million. Spanning six levels, PHIVE includes a range of facilities such as a new library, maker spaces, tech labs, sound studios, community meeting rooms, visitor services, and Council Chambers.[2][3][4]
| PHIVE | |
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| General information | |
| Status | Completed |
| Location | Dharug Country, Parramatta, NSW, Australia |
| Address | 5 Parramatta Square |
| Town or city | Parramatta |
| Country | Australia |
| Coordinates | 33°48′58″S 151°00′15″E / 33.816087°S 151.00417°E |
| Construction started | 2020 |
| Completed | April 2022 |
| Opened | 22 September 2022 |
| Cost | A$136 million |
| Client | City of Parramatta Council |
| Height | 40 meters (131 feet) |
| Technical details | |
| Floor count | 8 |
| Floor area | 15,000 m2 (1576912 sq ft) |
| Design and construction | |
| Architect(s) | Manuelle Gautrand |
| Main contractor | Built |
Design
editThe building's unique aesthetic features over 549 tessellated panels in colors inspired by native flora, alongside a design that maximizes natural light through its crystalline, fragmented structure.[5] Equipped with smart technology, including giant louvres that adjust to weather conditions for natural ventilation, PHIVE embodies modernity while maintaining a connection to the heritage-listed Parramatta Town Hall.[6] The design prioritizes openness and expressiveness, offering tours to the public to explore its innovative and welcoming space.[3]
References
edit- ^ Novakovic, Stefan (2023-10-04). "In Greater Sydney, a Civic Centre Catches the Sun". Azure Magazine. Retrieved 2024-08-24.
- ^ Cook, Kody (2024-02-29). "Parramatta's PHIVE building awarded 6-Star green rating". Council. Retrieved 2024-08-24.
- ^ a b Raggatt, Mark (28 February 2023). "Phive – 5 Parramatta Square". Australian Institute of Architects. Retrieved 24 August 2024.
- ^ "'Out of this world': Doors finally open on Parramatta's Phive".
- ^ "Civic Centre near Sydney by Manuelle Gautrand Architecture". www.detail.de. Retrieved 2024-08-24.
- ^ "PHIVE—Parramatta Civic Hub - Projects - DesignInc". www.designinc.com.au. 2023-06-27. Retrieved 2024-08-24.