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Our capability is an attitude more than a set of skills.
Our attitude is one of collaboration… always challenging and asking our clients the right questions. We are design focused, yet people centric.”
a leading global design practice We are positioned across Australia and into Asia.
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Company Profi le
What We Do
What we do is about exploring the future; asking the right
questions, observing and listening to make sense of how to plan
for the potential. We revel in complexity and understand that great
results are a product of exhaustive rigor, research and proven
processes and technologies.
Our services are Architecture, Interior Design and Planning
providing Property Advisory, Design and Project Delivery
consultancy services.
Where We Operate
Woodhead is an Australian company operating globally through
a series of networked studios and partnerships; our practice
draws depth from our geographic reach yet is locally infused with
experience and character.
We understand success will manifest itself through tangible
projects that embody our values, evidenced by our client
testimonials and our peer recognition.
How We Operate
Our organisational structure is based on the interwoven activities
of design, business and people.
These spheres of practice coexist seamlessly to ensure the
‘Project’ sits at the centre of what we do and is the basis upon
which success is measured.
Design and the Market
We exist to design, however design excellence is an outcome
of a commitment to rigor, research and innovation. Design does
not exist in isolation; it requires an understanding of our clients
and the markets they operate in. Research, processes and
collaboration are fundamental to our success, as is our ability to
deliver projects with technical accuracy and profi ciency.
Business Sustainability
Whilst we exist to design, we only exist if we have a sustainable
business platform that ensures practice and procedures are
conducted within regulatory guidelines. The growth of business is
predicated on achieving profi t in order that we can reinvest in the
organisation. A critical aspect of the structure is the management
of risk and the continuous pursuit of quality. Business activity
supports the Woodhead strategic business plan and goals, and
contributes to a positive reputation and image by utilising high
quality processes.
People and Culture
Woodhead prides itself on the professional achievements of
our people. We acknowledge individual contribution, and as a
company we are committed to nurturing professional development
through a range of activities including; study tours, corporate
training, research projects, and providing an offi ce culture based
on continual improvement and learning.
Woodhead supports policies and systems and processes that
create equal opportunities for all and where people have the
resources, assistance and support to achieve the highest personal
and professional level.
Architecture and design is a process, a journey of discovery with our clients. The constraints of space and time and commercial imperatives are a given, the difference at Woodhead is we see them as a catalyst to spur innovation.
WOODHEAD COMPANY PROFILE
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2 Victoria Avenue, Perth, WA
Southern Cross University, Building A, Gold Coast Campus, QLD
Community CPS, Adelaide, SA
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Adelaide Desalination Plant, Port Stanvac, South Australia
Animation City, Guangzhou, China
Flinders Centre for Innovation in Cancer, Adelaide, South Australia
Sydney International Airport Terminal 1 Redevelopment, New South Wales
Changi International Airport Terminal 1 Upgrade, Singapore
2 Victoria Avenue, Perth, Western Australia
Development Bank of Singapore (DBS), Singapore
Royal Women’s Hospital, Melbourne, Victoria
Southern Cross University Building A, Gold Coast, Queensland
Place on Brougham, North Adelaide, South Australia
Gowings and State Theatre - QT Hotel Conversion, Sydney, New South Wales
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WOODHEAD KEY PROJECTS
Woodhead works across several key portfolios, including;Commercial, Education, Industrial, Health, Hospitality, Residential, Retail, Transport, and Workplace.
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HOSPITALITY
WORKPLACE
COMMERCIAL
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Our philosophy is to design for clear, simple, uninterrupted
internal spaces, allowing maximum long-term fl exibility of use within the life span of the building.”
‘Integrating’ industrial facilities into the landscape...
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Over recent years, we have undertaken over 500,000m² of offi ce
and industrial building facilities including industries specialising
in manufacturing, food warehousing, engineering and distribution.
Woodhead has been rated No 1 in Industrial projects in Australia
by World Architecture.
We have produced intelligent, workable designs for both larger
and smaller companies, applying our thorough background
knowledge and staff expertise to each project.
In many cases, industrial projects require a unique combination of
skills, namely the design of fl exible industrial style buildings with
an understanding of process fl ow, production and storage, as well
as inherent knowledge of detailing for health and hygiene together
with the needs of access, circulation and fl exibility.
Large scale industrial buildings require a rigorous design
approach and adequate briefi ng and pre-planning. As part of
project initiation, several key issues should be reviewed and
defi ned.
Function drives the design. It is defi ned within the brief, outlining
user operations, relationships to each other and external
environment.
Our philosophy is to design for clear, simple, uninterrupted internal
spaces, allowing maximum long-term fl exibility of use within
the life span of the building. Non-operational requirements are
‘plugged on’ to the perimeter wall. This allows future fl exibility
to service or expand these facilities without interruption to the
internal operations.
External access and circulation are important issues to be
addressed in the early planning stages. Public and heavy
vehicles access to the building should be clearly defi ned and kept
separate.
Location and orientation of service docks must be carefully
considered to avoid detrimental effects to the internal environment
and business operations. Whilst the internal environment may be
affected by orientation, other factors will also effect the equipment
and working environment.
Industrial buildings are generally cost effective forms of
construction. Cost effi ciency can be infl uenced by items such
as construction type, structural grid and column spacings, BCA
consideration and ventilation.
Some of the many projects Woodhead has delivered include:
− Aldi Distribution Facilities, Stapylton and Derrimut
− Arnott’s Biscuit Factory, Huntingwood
− Kellogg Distribution and Manufacturing Centres, Botany
− United Distillers Australia, Huntingwood
− Pepsi Seven-Up, Sydney
− Export Park, Adelaide
− National Foods, Adelaide
− News Limited, Sydney, Melbourne, Darwin, Adelaide, Townsville
− Franklin’s Distribution Centre, Ingleburn
− Kemin Industries, Singapore
− CSR Hebel Block Manufacturing Plant, Taiwan
− Sola Optical, Guangzhou, China
− Transistions Optical, Manila, Philippines
− Visy Pulp and Paper Mill, Tumut
Woodhead pursues excellence and has become acknowledged leaders in the design of buildings for infrastructure, distribution and industrial facilities, particularly the implementation of environmentally sustainable practices in this complex environment.
Industrial Portfolio
Adelaide Desalination Plant, Port Stanvac, South Australia
Media Hub, Ingleburn, New South Wales
Keswick Substation, Keswick, South Australia
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With a growing economy and population South Australia is
faced with the challenge of developing and implementing alternative water supplies especially in times of drought.
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This seamless architectural and landscape response minimises
visual impacts from both close and long range views and builds
on the intrinsic qualities of the natural coastline to provide a
considered response to the environment and natural heritage of
the site.
Located at Lonsdale, near Port Stanvac, the $1.824 billion AUD,
100 gigalitre per annum capacity desalination plant can deliver
up to 100 billion litres of water each year contributing to half of
Adelaide’s water supply.
The sometimes harsh and often shifting Australian climate
has strongly impacted the reliability of rain water as a source
of drinking water in recent years. With a growing economy
and population South Australia is faced with the challenge of
developing and implementing alternative water supplies especially
in times of drought.
The new Adelaide Desalination Plant and Kauwi Interpretive Centre
together bring a new, climate independent source of drinking
water and a desalination education experience to the people of
Adelaide and its surrounds.
The design team used an “integrated industrial design” approach
to ensure that the desalination plant met the requirements of a
signifi cant work of public architecture by developing a consistent
architectural language across the site complementing the
state-of-the-art water processing facility. The architectural and
landscape design contributes signifi cantly to the successful
delivery of the project and the acceptance by the community of
this alternative source of drinking water.
The “integrated industrial design” approach ensures that the
related disciplines of master planning and architecture, landscape
design, interior design and graphic and wayfi nding design are
integrated to provide a unifi ed, cohesive and sustainable design
which blends into and enhances the existing site.
Adelaide Desalination Plant and Kauwi Interpretive CentrePort Stanvac, South Australia
Woodhead provided the design of the winning bid for the Adelaide Desalination Plant by the Adelaide Aqua consortium.
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Client Government of South Australia
Builder Adelaide Aqua D&C Consortium consisting;
McConnell Dowell Constructors, Abigroup
Contractors and ACCIONA Agua.
Completion 2012
Project Value $1.8 billion
Project size 100 gigalitre per annum capacity
Kauwi Interpretive Centre:
Project Size 800m2
Value $3.6m
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The Kauwi Interpretive Centre educates and inspires visitors
through the interpretation of narratives about water use and the desalination process. The building describes an ancient landscape meeting 21st century technology.
The project includes a transfer pumping station and transfer
pipeline, which pumps drinking water from the plant to the
existing SA Water supply network and the Kauwi Interpretive
Centre for community education.
The Kauwi Interpretive Centre educates and inspires visitors
through the interpretation of narratives about water use and the
desalination process. The building describes an ancient landscape
meeting 21st century technology. The name ‘Kauwi’ can be
translated as ‘water’, and comes from the local Kaurna Aboriginal
language.
The built form is designed to allow people to fi nd their own way
through the interpretive elements. It aims to provide a journey that
is open to exploration. This exploration allows people to discover
and learn at their own pace and piece together the interpretive
elements and experience of the building and landscape in their
own way. The architectural design reinforces this approach by
providing multiple pathways through and around the interpretive
displays and earth walls.
At the same time, the user has an ‘unfolding’ spatial experience
- views are gradually revealed as one moves through the
space, ending with dramatic views out over the coast and to
the desalination plant. A refl ective ceiling to the main roof gives
enticing refl ections of what is to come, as well as refl ecting an
abstract ‘water’ mural on the fl oor. An outdoor water feature is
strategically placed to the north of the building to refl ect the sun
back into the space - casting rippled, moving light around. The
sense of the space is akin to being in an underwater landscape.
It was important to design a space specifi c to the topic of ‘water’
– the architecture conveys something of the interpretive subject
in the way the space feels and is experienced. A memorable
experience of the place will help people retain the important
messages being conveyed.
An interpretive centre needs to have strong connections to its
context. An important driver for the design was to create a built
form that relates directly to the dramatic landscapes surrounding
it. This building reinforces the connection back to the natural
elements and the local context through its use of rammed
earth walls - by making reference to the unique layered strata
in nearby cliffs. The form suggests that the building has been
excavated directly from the earth. Innovative techniques around
the layering of colouring of the different bands of rammed earth
were researched and thoroughly tested on site with sample walls.
The strong natural references are offset and punctuated by the
use of refl ective metals – relating to the high tech processes of
desalination.
The design process was highly collaborative, involving interpretive
specialists, graphic designers, educators, landscape architects
and the clients. A vital thread through the process has been the
ongoing consultation with local Kaurna Aboriginal groups and
artists. The Aboriginal content is vital in terms of educating people
about another perspective to the importance of water, and how
they have managed and used it over time.
Woodhead has worked closely with a visionary client to create
a design-led solution that enhances the urban experience of this industrial and commercial precinct.
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Client ElectraNet
Completion 2012
Value $250m
Woodhead has worked closely with a visionary client to create a
design-led solution that enhances the urban experience of this
industrial and commercial precinct.
The main public experience of the substation is through travelling
along the ring road that feeds into the precinct. The success of the
project is in creating a memorable experience in moving through
this industrialised urban space. There is a gradual transitioning
of scale between the larger substation elements down to the
smaller scale treatments of the perimeter security fence and the
landscaping by the road.
A consistent formal language is developed through a patterning
device of overlapping groups of parallel lines - making reference
to networks of power cables - that connects all these elements
into an integrated whole.
Robust industrial materials are transformed beyond the banal.
Concrete is treated with a copper coloured oxide, and powder-
coated ribbed steel panelling is set at geometric angles. An
electric blue light emanates from the building at night time,
lighting the urban space and hinting at the transmission of high-
voltage electricity that happens within.
Keswick SubstationKeswick, South Australia
ElectraNet’s new City West Substation in Keswick provides the greater City of Adelaide with high-voltage electricity reinforcement.
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Each building is designed to make a statement on the
landscape whilst refl ecting the practical use of the facility.
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Pump Stations included;
− Chambers Flats Pump Station
− Bundamba Pump Station
− Swanbank Pump Station
− Coomera Pump Station
− Molendinar Pump Station
and various other Flow Control Buildings, Balance tanks, and
Chlorination facilities.
This pipeline, connecting the Gold Coast and Brisbane water
supplies stretches some 150kms and requires numerous pump
halls along the way to keep the water pressure constant.
Woodhead’s task was to produce a regular design that could
be adapted to each individual pump station. Thus far, fi ve pump
stations have been documented with the Bundamba pump station
nearing completion.
Each building is designed to make a statement on the landscape
whilst refl ecting the practical use of the facility.
Large fl owing swirls of aggregate, patterned onto the facades
of the concrete blade walls, refl ect the fl ow of water whilst the
random placement of Alpolic cladding contained within these walls
symbolise the refl ective qualities of surface water.
This project has been successful in taking the functionality of an
industrial building to develop an innovative and exciting product.
Southern Regional Water Pipeline Pump StationsQueensland
In the midst of the worst drought Queensland has ever faced, Woodhead has been commissioned to provide the architectural services for the pipeline that will link up two of south-east Queensland’s primary water supplies.
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Client SRWP Alliance
Completion 2010
Project value $5-10m per pump station
The Desalination Blueprint Design was developed to supplement the Sydney water supply should signifi cant droughts occur in the catchment area. The Sydney Desalination Project diversifi es Sydney’s water supply and reduces the reliance on rainfall in the catchments.
Woodhead was engaged by Sydney Water to provide conceptual
architectural and landscaping design principles, in compliance
with the Statement of Commitments (SOC), for the main proposed
plant site at Kurnell.
Woodhead is responsible for the architectural optimisation of the
works. Design and confi guration of the building had to meet the
following general requirements to comply with the SOCs:
− Designing of landscaping and building forms for bush fi re
protection and hazard minimisation
− Gutters and downpipes should be avoided where possible
− Minimisation and amelioration of visual impact from nominated
view points
− Maximising use of natural lighting and ventilation where
appropriate
− Minimising the impact on local environment, including over-
passing air traffi c from large roof areas and wall surfaces
− Minimising maintenance of both the landscape and built form
− Selecting plant species viable and compatible with the local
environment
− Minimising impervious hardstand to maximise the stormwater
infi ltration
− Designing durable built forms and landscaping
Desalination Blueprint DesignKurnell, New South Wales
Client Sydney Water
Completion 2007 (concept design)
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Summerhill Waste Management FacilityNewcastle, New South Wales
The Summerhill Waste Management Facility is a progressive, world-class facility which refl ects Newcastle City Council’s commitment to ecologically sustainable development.
The City of Newcastle has established an environmental education
program which, together with the provision of the purpose
designed facility, aims to encourage and aid recycling of waste.
Ecologically sustainable development issues relating to material
resources, energy, waste and native habitat were integrated into
the design methodology of the project.
The architectural solution creates self suffi cient, low energy,
appropriate technology buildings which conserve fi nite natural
resources and promote renewable resources.
Inherent in the design is the fl exibility to allow for potential future
growth, change and technological advancement in management
of waste.
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Client Newcastle City Council
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Hunters Hill Zone Substation UpgradeHunters Hill, New South Wales
The existing substation site is located in a residential area at a
leafy suburb of Gladesville between two existing three storey
residential apartment buildings. The existing substation building
is a listed heritage item in The NSW Heritage Register and Local
Environmental Plan in Ryde Council, NSW.
The building and civil aspects of the project generally comprise of:
− new two-storey 66kv GIS switch and a separate control building,
to house the new indoor 66kv GIS switch and control gear and the
control equipment
− Refurbishment of the roof of existing heritage substation building
− Associated new civil and drainage works
− New fencing and gates
− New landscape works
− Installation of in-ground and cast-in conduits, pits and equipment
bases
− Stormwater detention
This project involved the redevelopment of a part of the existing Hunters Hill Zone Substation site to incorporate new indoor 66kv Gas Insulated Switchgear (GIS) and control equipment housed in a new 66kv switch and control building.
Client Energy Australia
Completion 2010
Value $5m
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Leichhardt Zone Substation RedevelopmentLeichhardt, New South Wales
The existing substation site occupies part of a large former service
station site. This site is constrained by contaminated subsurface
water, a heritage listed stormwater line in close proximity to the
cable basement and an adjacent high voltage switch yard.
The building and civil aspects of the project generally comprise of:
− A new two-storey 132kv GIS switch and control building, to house
the new indoor 132kv GIS switch and control gear and the 132kv
protection equipment
− New amenities and lunch room
− Associated new civil and drainage works in an area of
contaminated groundwater
− New fencing and gates
− Installation of in-ground and cast-in conduits, pits and equipment
bases
− Stormwater detention
− Basement construction adjacent to switchyard and heritage listed
stormwater line.
The project involves the redevelopment of a part of the existing Leichhardt Balmain Road Substation site to incorporate new indoor 132kv Gas Insulated Switchgear (GIS) and control equipment housed in a new 132kv switch and control building.
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Client Energy Australia
Completion 2012
Value $2.5m
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Springvale Coal MineSpringvale, New South Wales
The design solutions for the major expansion of the Springvale Coal Mine are unique to the mining industry and set benchmarks for future developments of this kind.
Exposed steel structures were preferred for the administration
and mining offi ce, providing for quick erection and simple future
expansion.
Client Clutha Mining
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The Woronora Waters Treatment Facility is a complex water
processing plant situated on the shores of the Woronora dam,
surrounded by dense bushland.
The facility comprises 30 on-site buildings, water treatment
plants, below-ground services, chemical storage and treatment
processing, maintenance buildings, pumping stations and a
central administration building.
The fi nal design sympathetically integrates the complex within its
environmentally and politically sensitive location.
Illawarra / Woronora Water Treatment FacilityWoronora, New South Wales
Located south of Sydney, Woronora dam is part of a vast catchment area which supplies water to the city of Sydney.
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Client Concrete Constructions / Kinhill
Engineering Joint Venture
Completion 2000
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The 75,000m² facility will process up to 50,000 tonnes
of aluminium a year into a variety of products and provides aluminium extrusion, powder coating, anodising and warehouse facilities.
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The 75,000m² facility will process up to 50,000 tonnes of
aluminium a year into a variety of products and provides
aluminium extrusion, powder coating, anodising and warehouse
facilities. The development consolidates the operations of six
smaller plants and will create 200 new jobs.
The 17ha Bremer Park site includes the 61,807m² main
production building as well as separate buildings for die assembly,
amenities, hub building, offi ce, effl uent treatment, caustic tanks
cover, switch room, bunded tanks, pump room and guard room.
Woodhead undertook design development and documentation for
Watpac, the D&C contractor, and were subsequently engaged by
Watpac to design and document the fi t out of the administration
building.
Client Capral Aluminium
Completion 2005
Value $160m
Project size 75,000m²
Awards 2005 QLD MBA Award - (Industrial over
$10m)
Capral AluminiumBundamba, Queensland
Queensland Premier Peter Beattie opened Capral Aluminium’s $160 million manufacturing facility at Bundamba in 2005.
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ALDI’s growth rates in Victoria necessitated another warehouse
by 2010. The Dandenong facility was completed on time and to budget with minimal variations.”
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ALDI’s fi rst Melbourne facility was completed in 2002. In that time, ALDI’s expansion has been signifi cant in Victoria.
Client ALDI
Completion 2010
Project size 55,000m2
Ambient Warehouse: 36,600m2
Coolhouse: 12,100m2
Plant: 3,100m2
Offi ce and Ancillary: 4,250m2
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It was anticipated that ALDI’s growth rates in Victoria would
necessitate another warehouse by 2010 to service ALDI’s growth
in the eastern and northern Victoria region.
The eastern suburbs of Melbourne has been identifi ed as the
optimum location for a new distribution centre.
Woodhead reviewed over 12 sites in this area with one site being
short-listed for due diligence.
The site accommodates a distribution centre totalling 55,000m2
and includes an ambient warehouse, major coolhouse facilities,
offi ces and ancillary functions.
Key stakeholder issues include:
− Local fl ooding and storm water detention
− Construction of new link roads by authorities
− Existing infrastructure on site including sewer lines
− Retention of indigenous archaeological features including
aboriginal scar trees
− Provision of on-site bio-fi ltration ponds
ALDI Dandenong Distribution FacilityDandenong, Victoria
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ALDI’s project objectives were to develop and deliver a fully
functioning ALDI warehouse capable of operation 24/7 and supporting the retail stores in the southern NSW region.”
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Client ALDI
Completion 2009
Project size Ambient Warehouse: 36,550m2
Coolhouse: 12,100m2
Plant: 2,000m2
Offi ce and Ancillary: 4,500m2
The new Distribution Facility forms the base of a new Southern
NSW region supporting up to 100 retail stores. A suitable site for
the Distribution Facility was identifi ed at Prestons adjacent to the
M7.
ALDI’s project objectives were to develop and deliver a fully
functioning ALDI warehouse capable of operation 24/7 and
supporting the retail stores in the southern NSW region. The
facility had to maximise the logistic capacity developed on the site
and achieve a balanced development and conservation solution
with any required environmental offsets and fl ood surcharge
contained wholly within the site boundaries.
Woodhead provided the architectural design services and
other required design disciplines including landscaping, façade
engineering, interior design, general building acoustics and
coordinating the input of a multi-disciplinary consultant team.
The project was completed on budget and to a tight time frame to
meet pre-Christmas trading requirements.
ALDI Prestons Distribution FacilityPrestons, New South Wales
ALDI’s retail store network has grown considerably over recent years to the extent that a second distribution centre was required in NSW.
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The facility had to be high quality low maintenance whilst
incorporating best practice energy management systems.”
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The massive complex includes warehouse, cool rooms, truck
wash and truck refuelling, as well as canteen facilities for the
offi ce and warehouse staff.
The building was orientated on an axis that permitted ease of
access for trucks whilst ensuring protection from prevailing
weather in the loading dock areas.
The design of this complex, highly serviced facility utilised the
expertise of an international consultant team.
The client ethos required the building to be high quality and good
value. The facility had to be low maintenance with a long building
lifespan. ESD principles were considered throughout the project
as equipment selection coupled with world’s best practice energy
management software ensures energy effi ciency to the coolhouse
and freezers, and addresses the need to minimise pollution.
Client ALDI
Project size Ambient Warehouse: 36,400m2
Coolhouse: 10,364m2
Plant: 3,200m2
Offi ce and Ancillary: 2,700m2
ALDI Derrimut Distribution FacilityDerrimut, Victoria
This distribution warehouse and offi ce facility was created to service the ALDI supermarkets throughout Melbourne.
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Woodhead’s involvement with the Queensland project began
at the site selection stage. Many sites were evaluated in terms of fl exibility, cost and optimum location before the Stapylton site was chosen.”
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Client ALDI
Project size Ambient Warehouse: 36,700m2
Coolhouse: 10,400m2
Plant: 2,600m2
Offi ce and Ancillary: 2,850m2
ALDI is a discount grocer originating in Germany, with operations
in Europe, USA and Australia. In Australia, ALDI have facilities in
NSW that are centred on Sydney and have constructed facilities in
Victoria that are centred on Melbourne.
ALDI proposed to establish operations in south-east Queensland
and construct this Distribution Facility at Stapylton, between
Brisbane and the Gold Coast.
Woodhead’s involvement with the Queensland project began at
the site selection stage. Many sites were evaluated in terms of
fl exibility, cost and optimum location before the Stapylton site was
chosen.
Woodhead’s previous experience on the ALDI Derrimut facility was
adapted to the needs of the Queensland site.
The orientation of the building was altered so that the offi ce
building faces north. This facility services ALDI’s supermarkets in
southeast Queensland and northern New South Wales.
ALDI Stapylton Distribution FacilityStapylton, Queensland
ALDI is a discount grocer originating in Germany, with operations in Europe, USA and Australia. In Australia, ALDI have facilities in NSW that are centred on Sydney and have constructed facilities in Victoria that are centred on Melbourne.
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This new distribution centre is located in Brendale, north of
Brisbane in the fast growing Moreton Bay.”
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Following on from the successful completion of Prestons, ALDI’s
second NSW Distribution Centre, Brendale will incorporate offi ces,
ambient warehouse and coolhouse facilities. ALDI’s project
objectives are to develop and deliver a fully functioning ALDI
warehouse capable of operation 24/7 and supporting the retail
stores in the northern Brisbane region and Sunshine Coast areas.
The warehouse will maximise the logistic capacity developed on
the site and achieve a balanced development and conservation
solution with any required environmental offsets.
As part of the design process Woodhead in conjunction with
specialist ESD consultants considered options maximise green
star rating. Based on previous recent ALDI distribution facilities
a 4.5 star (Green Star) rating can be achieved with signifi cant
payback over two years.
Woodhead also reviewed 5 star (Green Star) options. Various
options with fi ve year payback period were reviewed.
These options could be easily integrated within the existing
Distribution Facility design without major change to layout or
change to warehouse operation. These options currently under
consideration by ALDI.
Woodhead is providing the architectural design services and
coordinating the input of a multi-disciplinary consultant team.
ALDI BrendaleDistribution FacilityBrendale, Queensland
Woodhead provided ALDI with initial architectural services for the second Queensland warehouse. This new distribution centre is located in Brendale, north west of Brisbane in the fast growing Moreton Bay region.
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Client ALDI
Project size Ambient Warehouse: 36,400m2
Coolhouse: 12,100m2
Plant: 3,100m2
Offi ce and Ancillary: 4,250m2
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Sustainability initiatives such as rainwater recycling and storm-
water quality control through the use of ecodrains are also incorporated.
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Charles Sturt Industrial Estate is a new industrial and bulky goods estate developed by ISPT on the site of the original General Motors Holden assembly plant in Woodville, South Australia.
The project included the demolition, remediation, master planning
and re-branding of a decaying brownfi elds industrial site into a
modern, effi cient industrial precinct. Woodhead’s commissions
included master planning, way-fi ndings and graphic re-branding
services.
The 22Ha industrial park incorporates new entry points, roadways,
lighting, signage and underground services as well as extensive
use of low maintenance landscaped areas and a signifi cant
central park.
Sustainability initiatives such as rainwater recycling and
stormwater quality control through the use of ecodrains are also
incorporated.
The park is designed for B-Double truck access and segregates
heavy vehicles and loading areas from passenger vehicle and
offi ce access.
Buildings have a common architectural theme, colour scheme
and signage. A strategic re-branding exercise was undertaken to
position the park as the premier industrial location in Adelaide’s
west. This included the development of a new name, logo and
signage package.
Effi cient, cost effective and fl exible offi ce/ warehouse buildings
have been designed to accommodate tenants such as:
− AI Automotive
− Centrelink Records Management
− Recall
− Bax Global
− Boral Timber
− Radio Rentals
− Parbury
− O’Donnell Griffen
− Bunnings
− David Jones
Charles Sturt Industrial EstateWoodville, South Australia
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Client Industry Superannuation Property Trust
(ISPT)
Completion #
Project value $#m
Project size 22Ha industrial park
The integrated masterplan is designed to achieve a new
benchmark for green business park environments both in Australia and globally. Water neutrality is a major focus within the design - a water cycle system has been developed that generates as much water as it uses.”
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The project aims to create an enhanced lifestyle environment
which includes on-site child care facilities, gymnasium, retail, food
and beverage and other support facilities.
Woodhead developed the masterplan featuring three buildings of
approximately 11,000m2 NLA each, grouped around a large plaza
forecourt which will house common facilities and meeting spaces.
The forecourt plaza space is the active feature providing a focal
point for the development and the broader locality. It links to all
of the site’s activities via a north-south street providing a strong
sense of community.
The integrated masterplan is designed to achieve a new
benchmark for green business park environments both in
Australia and globally. Water neutrality is a major focus within the
design - a water cycle system has been developed that generates
as much water as it uses whilst reducing reliance on Adelaide’s
water supply and sewer infrastructure by as much as 80% when
compared to a standard offi ce park development.
The project will also include the re-establishment of the pre-
settlement Adelaide Plains landscape ecology as an environmental
feature of the development, returning fl ora and fauna to the site
where practicable.
Responding to the changing needs of workplace culture is an
important focus of the project which aims to provide work and
lifestyle environments that improve productivity and retention
rates.
Worldpark 01Keswick, South Australia
Worldpark 01 located at Keswick just outside the Adelaide CBD is a 33,000m2 business park developed by Axiom Properties, incorporating the latest in environmental development and green design. Coffey International will be the major tenant in stage 1, occupying 7,000m2.
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Client Axiom Properties
Completion 2010
Project Size 33,000m2 business park
ESD 5 Star Green Star - Offi ce As Built
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The development consists of a 200 truck truckstop and service
centre, a motel, tourism centre, fast food outlets and industrial
buildings for Masters, local farming machinery dealerships,
caravan, and motor showrooms and other light industrial
companies.
The estate has been designed to accommodate B-Double truck
movements throughout.
Moree Gateway is a new industrial subdivision development on the Newell Highway adjacent to the airport for Moree Plans Shire Council.
Moree Gateway Industrial EstateMoree, New South Wales
Client Moree Plains Shire Council
Completion Current
Value $120m
Project size 564,000m2
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The site is master planned to ensure that all buildings
‘cascade’ down the 1:20 sloping site and is connected by a central street providing equitable access and binding all atrium and shared offi ces spaces.
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Commissioned by Woolworths Limited in August 2001, Woodhead were responsible for the master planning and architecture for the Woolworths Support Offi ce within the new Norwest Business Park.
− No existing buildings / structures / non-natural infrastructure on
site.
− Stormwater treatment and landscaping responds to Riparian zone
and natural gradients.
− Riparian zone restored. Balance of site planted with Eucalypts –
site was previously treeless
− Bicycle parking, lockers, amenities provided at front door. New bus
stops created. Walking track provided around site.
The Support Office comprises approximately 36,000m2 of office
space. The masterplan consists of three commercial buildings of
3-4 storeys, organised around and connected with a 2,500m2
central marketplace. The brief set by the client was to culturally
unite the disparate support operations for this fiscally strong
Australian company. These support operations were previously
located in eight locations throughout Sydney. The evolution into
one location aimed to connect all staff, centralise training facilities
and create a workplace culture, together as one. The cultural
statement of this consolidation process is evident in the built
result. The offi ce floorplates and marketplace encourage staff to
communicate and interact, formally and informally.
The hybrid-ventilated marketplace combined off-the-shelf
components in an innovative fashion to achieve a cost effective
and sustainable solution. The resulting greenhouse ratings
achieved Australian industry best-practice.
Siting and Urban Issues
− All buildings have north orientation. Wind studies informed design.
− Sun-shadow studies informed courtyard layouts, fixed sun-
shading, atrium designs, central space skylights, internal fitout.
− The site is master planned to ensure that all buildings ‘cascade’
down the 1:20 sloping site and is connected by a central street
providing equitable access and binding all atrium and shared
offi ces spaces.
Woolworths Support Offi ceNorwest Business Park, New South Wales
Client Woolworths
Completion 2005
Project value $155m
Project size Offi ce Space 36,000m2
Central Market Place 2,500m2
Floors 3 Buildings, 3-4 fl oors each
ESD Hybrid HVAC, 60% natural mode
Parking 2,200+ on-site parking bays, over 2
fl oors basement car
Ludowici IndustrialRandle Road, Pinkenba, QLD
Ludowici Limited is a diversifi ed industrial company that incorporates minerals processing, rubber, seals, packaging, plastics and environmental concerns as its core business.
The company was established in Australia in 1858, became
a public company in 1891 and listed on the Australian Stock
Exchange Ltd (ASX) in 1914.
The Ludowici Industrial project in Randle Road Pinkenba is the
amalgamation of a wide range of industrial processes into one
large operation that will meet the needs of Ludowici into the
future. The development includes a large 7000m2 production
building with supporting amenities and offi ce as well as a 2000m2
administration building that will become the base for all of
Ludowici’s worldwide business interests.
The overall design is modern and uncomplicated in keeping with
Ludowici’s image whilst setting the standard for the surrounding
industrial precinct. The Production Building is robust whilst
the Administration Building has a professional edge with both
buildings linked via similar detailing solutions.
Hutchinson Builders Pty. Ltd. were selected as the preferred
contractor under a Design and Construct procurement method.
Client Hutchinson Builder South Tweed Heads
Completion 2008
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Hirotec Automotive Manufacturing Plant Elizabeth West, South Australia
The state-of-the-art stamping and assembly plant produces
vehicle closure components, such as bonnets, boot lids and doors,
which are supplied to nearby GM Holden manufacturing plant.
The facility is over 15,000m² and comprises four stage press
lines, assembly area, despatch areas and a 2 storey offi ce
building with reception and amenities on ground fl oor, and offi ces
and meeting rooms on fi rst fl oor.
Woodhead was responsible for the design, documentation
and contract administration services, working with a range of
specialist consultant project managers.
The $20 million automotive manufacturing plant was developed by Japanese automotive company, Hirotec Corporation, in the heart of Adelaide’s northern suburbs, Elizabeth West.
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Client Mitsubishi / Hirotec Corporation Joint
Venture
Design focused reception area which led toward an observation
window looking through to the Operations Centre.”
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The Central Apparatus Room is the data centre component of
MediaHub’s operations. The sensitive coordination of the CRAC air
conditioning and fire suppression services within floor and ceiling
plenums, together with data cabling trays, ensure easy access for
maintenance and future expansion.
The Operations Centre’s requirement for multiple display screen
positions and analysis of various competing sight lines. Our airport
experience was vital for the setting out of the master presentation
area.
A ‘N + 1’, 100% redundancy capacity throughout all services was
achieved, with a further ‘2N + 1’ being achieved at a later stage
when additional generator capacity is installed and full capacity in
the Central Apparatus Room is achieved.
The conceptual brief gave Woodhead the opportunity to make
an otherwise pragmatic space into a high tech experience of
interconnecting functions. MediaHub Australia is a joint venture
between ABC and Win Television, based in Ingleburn in the south
west of greater Sydney.
Data centres have many common features such as is found in
airport buildings, office facilities and industrial buildings. These are
key competencies within our office.
Woodhead has been able to bring this knowledge to bear
on the MediaHub project; adding value and speeding up the
design and delivery process. The construction industry has not
completely understood the requirements of Section J of the BCA
and our previous experience was essential in clarifying these
requirements.
Data centres are a class of building which can have a number of
different sub-classes; they can be a unique mixture of functions
and building type, and therefore not all data centres are the same.
Understanding that data centres can have one or multiple users,
and the need for future expansion and modular design is often a
primary planning requirement.
MediaHub AustraliaIngleburn, New South Wales
MediaHub Australia’s new data and program management centre is a centralised facility for four television program carriers, reaching across Australasia and feeding over 300 stations.
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Client MediaHub Australia
Completion 2010
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Perth public transport users can feel even safer, knowing
that this CCTV facility allows security staff to see exactly what is going on at every train station and the seven major bus interchanges at any time, day or night.” Mr Troy Buswell, Transport Minister
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The facility operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and
accommodates approximately 40 shift working surveillance staff
who monitor passenger movements within the Transperth trains,
Transperth buses, the ferry services and selected depots.
As part of a growing understanding of the potential benefi t of
centrally monitored CCTV the CMR facility has been designed to
accommodate future infrastructure and transport monitoring for a
further 15 years.
This future proofi ng requires an architectural component of the
project which allows Woodhead to provide a seamless interior
architectural design. The design philosophy primarily considers
staff amenity and ergonomics by maximising both comfort levels
of simulated light and architectural forms which provide an array
of relaxing focal lengths.
The new $7.4m Central Monitoring Room (CMR) was recently
opened by Transport Minister Troy Buswell.
“Perth public transport users can feel even safer, knowing that
this CCTV facility allows security staff to see exactly what is going
on at every train station and the seven major bus interchanges at
any time, day or night.” Mr. Buswell said.
“The upgraded and integrated CMR allows for 1,363 cameras
to watch more than 130 Million boardings 24/7 and more than
trebles Transperth’s monitoring capacity, from 6 to 20 surveillance
workstations.”
PTA Central Monitoring Room Perth, Western Australia
The new Central Monitoring Room (CMR) facility is located within a Public Transport Authority Facility in Perth.
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Client Perth Transport Authority
Completion 2008
Project value $7.4m
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Optus Mitchell, ACT
Minor works to existing data centre including internal
reconfi gurations, AC plant rooms and new diesel gensets.
Optus Belrose, NSW
Expansion of existing satellite earth station and data centre
(phone, television etc) works included 3 stages of expansion
including data centre expansion, plant rooms, substations, diesel
gensets, workshops, etc. Issues included bushfi re exposure,
security of AC and power provision and roof waterproofi ng.
Optus Blacktown, NSW
Reconfi guration works to existing data centre including BCA
upgrade internal reconfi gurations, new AC plant rooms and new
diesel gensets.
Optus Castle Hill, NSW
Minor works to existing data centre including internal
reconfi gurations, AC plant rooms and new roof top chillers.
Optus Mascot, NSW
Expansion of fi re services, provision of fi re walls, back up power,
new fuel tanks and air-conditioning facilities within an existing
warehouse.
Optus Ultimo, NSW
Conversion of existing offi ce building located opposite Powerhouse
Museum into Optus data centre works included new roof top
plant rooms, new diesel gensets, new strengthened fl oors for data
equipment, acoustic screening. Issues included BCA compliance
within an existing building, noise control from roof top chillers and
adjacent residential area.
Optus Rochedale, QLD
Major expansion to existing data centre including expansion
doubling of capacity and associated infrastructure i.e. plant rooms,
diesel gensets, amenities, stairs. Issues included expansion
to existing operational facility and maintaining 24/7 capability,
bushfi re resistance, waterproofi ng i.e. absolute watertightness.
Optus Brookvale, VIC
Conversion of existing 2000m2 warehouse and offi ces into data
centre including new plant back up power and BCA compliance
upgrade including fi re services.
Optus Sunshine, VIC
Minor works to existing data centre including internal
reconfi gurations, AC plant rooms and new diesel gensets.
Optus Data CentresVarious, National
Woodhead has been working with Optus for over 15 years on a number of data centre projects, demonstrating our commitment to customer service.
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Data centres house computer systems and associated components, such as
telecommunications and storage systems. The data centre will also consider redundant or backup power supplies, redundant data communications connections, environmental controls (e.g. air conditioning, fi re suppression) and security devices.
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Woodhead has designed many data centres of varying scale and complexity, either stand-alone facilities or integrated within commercial interior fi touts and call centres and media centres.
Integrated Data Centres Various, National
These data centres house computer systems and associated
components, such as telecommunications and storage systems.
The data centre will also consider redundant or backup power
supplies, redundant data communications connections,
environmental controls (e.g. air conditioning, fi re suppression) and
security devices.
HP Enterprise Services Data Centre, Eastern
Creek, NSW
Woodhead is the Concept Design architects for the new HP
Enterprise Services data centre in the West Sydney commercial
district of Eastern Creek. The initial $119 million build is due to be
completed by the end of 2011.
The project includes design for the offi ce administration building
and data centre facility, white space and substations facilities.
This new facility will house systems on behalf of HP’s outsourcing
customers, and offer a range of cloud computing and other
managed IT services.
Train Control Centre, Perth, WA
Design, documentation and administration of a new facility which
included the control room, a large data centre, equipment room,
work room, staff amenities and offi ce support areas.
Foxtel Operations Centre, VIC
A 950 person call and data centre, total area of 15,000m2, in
Melbourne is a commercial building with innovative technological
and architectural features. The building offers a modern and
effi cient workplace, including internal fl exibility for future tenancies
and environmentally sensitive services.
Fujitsu Data Centre, VIC
Expansion of data hall and redevelopment of network operations
centre and global customer service facilities. New switch room
and emergency power installation for future expansion
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Environmental Management System
Woodhead’s Environmental Management System (EMS) aims
to reduce the environmental impacts that may result from our
operations and from the projects we design.
Our EMS has been tailored around our existing ISO 9001 Quality
Assurance system, and focuses primarily on actions needed to
address our Climate Friendly commitment. We look forward to
achieving fi nal EMS ISO 14001:2004 certifi cation shortly.
Green Building Codes
As an inaugural and continuing member of the Green Building
Council of Australia, Woodhead continue to be actively involved
in the creation of Australia’s fi rst Green Star rating tools. In fact
we were using similar rating tools on projects even before the
creation of the GBCA, and we now support the GBCA in all their
endeavours.
Woodhead is committed to maintaining Green Star Accredited
Professionals within each studio and at leadership level across the
group. In addition our team has the knowledge and skills to work
with and apply NABERS energy rating requirements and relevant
Government and Defence sustainability guidelines.
Greenhouse Impacts from Projects
Our core service is in the delivery of world-class design. The built
environment has a signifi cant impact on global warming and
water use, and we believe that we can drive positive change in our
industry, ultimately to the point where sustainable development is
part of the solution to global warming.
Our Climate commitment objectives have been incorporated
into our design process, whereby every project is assessed for
sustainable benefi ts and outcomes. These outcomes are balanced
between environmental, social and economic benefi ts.
Environmental Sustainability and InnovationWoodhead Thought Leadership
Our responsibility as architects and designers extends beyond the completion of construction as we focus upon the lifecycle of a building. This is refl ected in our commitment to environmental, social and economic sustainability.
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WOODHEAD ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY
Woodhead are increasingly raising the sustainability value in all
of our projects – we believe that every client should benefi t from
improved building performance, improved user comfort, and
reduced environmental risk.
Woodhead ‘ESD Performance Targets’
The ESD Performance Targets work together with a defi ned set
of ‘ESD Essential Requirements’ to capture additional initiatives
to lower the overall environmental impact of the building during
design, construction and operation.
Energy
− Achieve a 20% improvement on the minimum energy effi cient
performance requirements using either one of the Verifi cation
Methods (Stated Values or Reference Building) described in
Section J of the Building Code of Australia (BCA).
− The 20% improvement target is generally consistent with the
minimum 4.5 star NABERS rating for commercial offi ce buildings.
− A building meeting the minimum BCA energy effi ciency
requirements should achieve an approximate 3 star NABERS
rating.
− A 4.5 star NABERS rating represents an approximate 20% to 25%
improvement compared to a 3 star building.
Water
− Achieve a 30% reduction in potable water consumption compared
to a design reference building.
− NSW: the residential planning scheme (BASIX) sets a water target
of 40% reduction compared to average water consumption. This
is calculated using a complex web based database.
− The simple method for calculating the water target is described in
the Defence Water Target Calculation Methodology document.
Materials
During demolition and construction works at least 70% of all
waste by weight (except hazardous materials) should be either
reused or recycled. Recorded by the contractor each month:
− weight of all waste leaving the site;
− weight of waste that was recycled/reused (i.e. not sent to landfi ll);
and
− destination and/or name of recycler/waste hauler.
Soil stockpiled on site for reuse as fi ll shall not be counted in the
calculation of waste. The defi nition and calculation of waste shall
be in accordance with the current Green Star Technical Manual.
Woodhead has developed a set of ‘ESD Performance Targets’
that are quantifi able measures relating to the assessment and design resolution of energy, water and materials in our projects.
Example ESD Essential Requirements
Energy
Appliances shall meet the following minimum energy effi cient
ratings;
− Dishwasher: 3.5 stars
− Refrigerator: 4 stars
− Washing machine: 4 stars
− dryer: 2.5 stars
− Domestic air-conditioner: 4.5 stars for cooling
− Hot water systems shall have solar pre-boost with the system
sized to provide a solar contribution of at least 50% of total annual
hot water energy consumption. Where natural gas or LPG is
available to the site the hot water system shall be gas boosted.
Water
All taps, toilet, showers and appliances shall have a minimum AAA
rating or equivalent star rating.
Materials
− All refrigerants and insulation shall have an Ozone Depletion
Potential (ODP) of zero.
− All timbers shall be sourced from either post consumer reused
timber or from plantations complying with the Australian Forestry
Standard.
− All internal paints shall be low Volatile Organic Compound (VOC)
(g/litre).
− No PVC products shall be used in fl oor coverings (unless there is
no other alternative).
− A dedicated storage area shall be provided to allow segregation
and collection of recyclable waste generated during occupancy of
the building.
BIM CommitmentWoodhead Thought Leadership
Building: An information rich digital prototyped building.
Information: Addition and inclusion of valuable building information to the model.
Modelling: Form and function with pre-planned intent.
Woodhead is committed to the continual improvement and up-
skilling of our team with the latest documentation and visualisation
technology. Our teams are fl uent in CAD and BIM authoring and
coordination technology, specialist graphic design and publication
packages and traditional administration processing tools.
The implementation of BIM (Building Information Modelling) tools
and processes have made it possible to better streamline work
fl ows throughout a building’s life-cycle, from concept /schematic
design to model integration of design and construction models to
facilitating the management of maintenance and decommissioning
information of the built asset.
BIM tools and processes enable our team to reduce risk, retain
design intent and better ensure the client interest is maintained
throughout the project. This also helps streamline quality control
and provides a higher level of coordination between consultants.
The processes adopted and the generation of coordinated models
facilitates clear communication between all project stakeholders
which in turn provides access to a wider range of analytic tools
thereby better addressing our clients specifi c needs.
At Woodhead, the adoption of BIM tools and processes is now our
predominant and preferred method of workfl ow thereby ensuring
quality solutions for our clients.
Our BIM technology enables our teams to:
− Reduce risk particularly in the bid phase of the project
− Retain design intent throughout the project
− Streamline quality control
− Provide design and construction certainty between consultant
disciplines
− Reduce confl icts on site through clash detection and
comprehensive scheduling and data reporting during the design
process.
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WOODHEAD QUALITY AND TECHNICAL CAPABILITY
BIM lessons we have learned
− Technology... BIM is a process with effi ciencies available through
planning of clear workfl ow practices and procedures.
− Modelling may incur more up front costs, yet;
− The integrated model can provide a greater level of control all
round.
− There is value in working with Contractors as Consultants,
however not all procurement processes will support this.
− Getting the right team is an issue for all projects. With BIM
implementation selecting the right team is essential. BIM is only
as effective as the most ineffective link.
− The level of service is superior to that of traditional service
provision and therefore of greater value to the Client.
Case Study: Greenskills, Perth, WA
Woodhead is commissioned as lead consultant for the design and
delivery of the Central Institute of Technology’s Greenskills project
in Perth, WA.
The new building will provide an innovative learning centre for
the development of knowledge in the area of sustainable building
design studies.
Woodhead are collaborating with the Structural and Building
Services Engineers to develop the integrated BIM model, capturing
the work of all design team members, to establish and validate the
building design, to enable construction documentation production,
and to capture future ‘as constructed’ information, maintenance
and manual requirements.
The appointment includes the provision of full architectural and
interior design services and coordination and integration of all sub
consultants. The latest technological developments and processes
were adopted to inform the move towards fully integrated project
delivery.
Quality Certifi ed by Australian Standards
Woodhead operates a certifi ed Quality Management System
which complies with the requirements of ISO 9001:2008, across
Woodhead Studios covered on the Certifi cate. Renewal: 23
February 2015.
Woodhead takes the quality of its services and output seriously.
Excellent outcomes for our clients are our goal, achieved by
working with a Management System that provides checks and
balances to our processes, ensuring consistent success.
This mature Management System is certifi ed in fi ve Australian
States and Territories, by SAI-Global, to AS/NZS ISO 9001:2008.
This includes a Management Manual detailing the company’s
approach to policies, objectives, management review, resources,
sub-consultant appointment and improvement strategies. Core
business processes from Project Initiation through to Completion
are described.
In addition, a range of system-specifi c procedures, forms and
checklists provide a structure to ensure Woodhead staff work
consistently and well. These relate to document and record
control, required competencies, client feedback and continuous
improvement action through a sophisticated internal audit
program.
Woodhead has a full-time Group Quality and Risk Systems
Manager based in Adelaide, with a Project Delivery team in each
Australian offi ce checking the effi cient management of quality
– both in process and fi nal product - throughout the company.
All staff have equal access to quality-related resources over a
company-wide Intranet.
Woodhead has pioneered BIM as a key platform in the
delivery of a range of large-scale facilities in Australia over the last fi ve years. We believe that now is the time to make further advancements in the application of these tools to realise the next generation of benefi ts for our clients.”Jason Howden, Woodhead Group BIM Manager
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