EXCELLENCE AWARDS WESTERN AUSTRALIA COMMERCIAL LARGE CATEGORY Everett-Smith & Co New Museum Project, Base Building The completion of the internationally designed new WA State Museum building at the Perth Cultural Precinct that integrates into the restored and upgraded heritage buildings was a once in a lifetime project for Everett-Smith. The WA State Museum features 6,000 square metres of new galleries, learning studios, retail and cafe space that have been integrated into the existing heritage buildings. Everett-Smith completed a detailed design and installed HV and LV electrical infrastructure to the new and existing heritage buildings.
COMMERCIAL LARGE COMMENDATION Everett-Smith & Co Perth Cultural Centre, New State Museum – Electrical Fit-Out Everett-Smith were awarded the fit-out contract for the new State Museum via a separate package on a “Supply and Construct” basis. They worked to an independent design provided by the builder’s specialist lighting engineers. Everett-Smith performed detailed verification of the design via its own engineering and technical staff before installing the systems. Restrictive locations on and around the building fabric made the installation of many of the fixtures particularly challenging.
COMMERCIAL MEDIUM CATEGORY Insight Electrical Technology Parmelia Hilton The refurbishment of the Parmelia Hilton saw Insight Electrical Technology (IET) complete 15,000 hours in a partially live building with non-compliant infrastructure. Originally constructed in 1960, IET worked for a year on this major refurbishment of the hotel. Nicknamed ‘Spaghetti Junction’ for its aging electrical infrastructure, the project saw the entry foyer completely transformed, along with 341 guestrooms, common areas and guest facilities. Building technology was upgraded through a digital key system allowing contactless check-in and room access.
COMMERCIAL SMALL CATEGORY Techworks Electrical Commonwealth Law Courts, Energy Efficiency Upgrade In the largest project undertaken by Techworks to date, none of the works were allowed to disrupt the operation of the courtrooms and offices. A night shift with approximately six team members worked from 5:30pm to 3am Monday to Thursday. A single contractor also worked from 6am until midday each day to address any issues, while a separate weekend crew carried out works in the courtrooms themselves. Upgrading the electrical infrastructure in an operating court complex was a planning and logistical challenge.
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