Restoring one of Ballarat’s historic shopping landmarks for the here and now.
Nestled in the heart of Bridge Mall, this expansive restoration project reimagines heritage architecture with contemporary design to create a modern-day hub for shopping.
Project Snapshot
- Client
- BRIDGE STREET BALLARAT HOLDINGS PTY LTD
- Scale
- TWO-STOREY COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENT
- YEAR
- FEBRUARY 2023 – ONGOING
- Location
- BALLARAT, VICTORIA
- COUNTRY
- WADAWARRUNG
- ROLE
- PROJECT ARCHITECT
- STATUS
- UNDER CONSTRUCTION
Consultants & Partners
- Development
- BRIDGE STREET BALLARAT HOLDINGS PTY LTD
- Planning
- TRACT CONSULTANTS
- PROJECT MANAGEMENT
- FONTIC GROUP
- BUILDER
- PLAN GROUP
- BUILDING SERVICES
- WRAP ENGINEERING
- STRUCTURE AND CIVIL
- EDGE ENGINEERS
- FIRE ENGINEERING
- JENSEN HUGHES
- VISUALISATION
- FORUM STUDIO
The design response focuses on restoring the historical elements of the building, particularly the iconic Morshead of Ballarat brick façade, which had been obscured by cladding for many decades.
By carefully integrating these heritage elements with contemporary architectural designs, the renovation strikes a balance between preserving the building’s historical identity and introducing modern aesthetics.
Internally, the redesign enhances the building’s layout to provide improved amenities for both tenants and visitors. The updated floor plan optimises space for retail and hospitality purposes, ensuring better functionality and flow throughout the venue.
This revitalisation project aligns with the City of Ballarat Urban Renewal Plan, including the Bridge Mall redevelopment as a catalyst project of the Bakery Hill precinct.
