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PHIVE

Coordinates: 33°48′58″S 151°00′15″E / 33.816087°S 151.00417°E / -33.816087; 151.00417
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PHIVE
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General information
StatusCompleted
LocationDharug Country, Parramatta, NSW, Australia
Address5 Parramatta Square
Town or cityParramatta
CountryAustralia
Coordinates33°48′58″S 151°00′15″E / 33.816087°S 151.00417°E / -33.816087; 151.00417
Construction started2020
CompletedApril 2022
Opened22 September 2022
CostA$136 million
ClientCity of Parramatta Council
Height40 meters (131 feet)
Technical details
Floor count8
Floor area15,000 m2 (1576912 sq ft)
Design and construction
Architect(s)Manuelle Gautrand
Main contractorBuilt

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]

Design

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The 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

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  1. ^ Novakovic, Stefan (2023-10-04). "In Greater Sydney, a Civic Centre Catches the Sun". Azure Magazine. Retrieved 2024-08-24.
  2. ^ Cook, Kody (2024-02-29). "Parramatta's PHIVE building awarded 6-Star green rating". Council. Retrieved 2024-08-24.
  3. ^ a b Raggatt, Mark (28 February 2023). "Phive – 5 Parramatta Square". Australian Institute of Architects. Retrieved 24 August 2024.
  4. ^ "'Out of this world': Doors finally open on Parramatta's Phive".
  5. ^ "Civic Centre near Sydney by Manuelle Gautrand Architecture". www.detail.de. Retrieved 2024-08-24.
  6. ^ "PHIVE—Parramatta Civic Hub - Projects - DesignInc". www.designinc.com.au. 2023-06-27. Retrieved 2024-08-24.
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