University of Sydney Charles Perkins Centre

The Charles Perkins Centre (CPC) is an Australian medical research institute, clinic and education hub designed to support collaboration and research on diabetes, cardiovascular disease and obesity, as well as other related conditions. The CPC is affiliated with the University of Sydney (USYD) and is located within the Royal Prince Alfred Hospital health precinct at USYD’S Camperdown campus. The building occupies 10% of the floor-area of the campus and at the time of completion (2014) was the largest project undertaken by USYD.

Steensen Varming provided mechanical, electrical, lighting, sustainability and laboratory gases design; facilitating the project goals with several initiatives including the development of a bespoke environmental rating tool and full documentation of building services in BIM. Steensen Varming also delivered an innovative laboratory lighting system, daylighting, low-energy ventilation systems and a multifunctional façade.

Awards:

2015 RAIA (NSW Chapter) Awards:

  • Interior Architecture Commendation
  • Educational Architecture

Dulux Colour Awards, Commercial Interior Finalist 2014