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I like the cantilevers on this Sydney skyscraper.
Built as the AMP Centre in 1976, the building underwent a modernization redevelopment in 2018 - 21 which increased height and added office space.
The winning design was from architect 3XN and BVN was appointed Executive Architect to collaborate with 3XN and develop their design concept for construction.
QQT retains over 65% of the original structure (beams, columns, and slabs) and 95% of the original core, resulting in an embodied carbon saving of 12,000 tonnes.
The AMP Centre re-opened as Quay Quarter Tower 2022. Stands at a height of 216 m with 54 floors.
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Sydney, NSW - September 2011
Link to this building: www.australiandesignreview.com/features/830-beauty-in-nec...
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Indigo Slam is a privately owned gallery and residence for an art collector in the heart of Sydney and it was conceived and built by
architects: Smart Design Studio Architect: William Smart
This is actually the rear of the building and it sits in a very narrow alleyway. When I was there photographing it yesterday there was still a lot of construction going on inside along with plastic sheeting covering the roof. I’d really love to see it’s interiors so I could understand how it’s exterior relates to the spaces within. I did art school at uni majoring in painting, drawing and photography… so I have a strong grasp on design like this. Conceptually the building has references to constructivism and abstraction, but I think a lot of the shapes and curves on the exteriors are clever ways to shape the light entering the building. One of the architects said that the light also changes from season to season in Indigo Slam which would be fascinating to see.
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Love these old images ... no longer in copyright ... some TLC.
In the foreground is the current Royal Botanical Garden the view is roughly looking west-southwest.
The photographer Richards & Co was the official photographer to the International Exhibition. It is part of the Powerhouse Museum Collection.
The image is now 140 years old, as of the Jul2019 uploading to my photostream.
Source: Powderhouse Museum - MAAS, via WikiMedia Commons. collection.maas.museum/object/112387
Garden Palace was designed by James Barnet and built, in 1879 in 8 months, on the current Royal Botanical Garden land along Macquarie Street.
[ In 2019, the NSW State Library would be to the left and the Sydney Opera House to the right of this image. ]
The Sydney International Exhibition in 1879 showcased Australian and International progress.
The timber and cast-iron building burned in 1882.
Learn more on Wikipedia:
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Garden_Palace
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Apr2020
Just discovered this excellent heritage Sydney Architecture webpage about the Sydney Garden Palace.
Love these old images ... no longer in copyright ... some TLC. In the foreground is the current Royal Botanical Garden and the water is known as Farm Cove.
Image thought to be by photographer Charles Bayliss shot from across Farm Cove in 1880-1882. It is part of the Edward Hungerford collection.
The image is now 137-140 years old, as of the Jul2019 uploading to my photostream.
Source: From the collection of the Australian National Maritime Museum on The Commons, via WikiMedia Commons.
Garden Palace was designed by James Barnet and built, in 1879 in 8 months, on the current Royal Botanical Garden land along Macquarie Street.
[ In 2019, the NSW State Library would be to the left and the Sydney Opera House to the right of this image. ]
The Sydney International Exhibition in 1879 showcased Australian and International progress.
The timber and cast-iron building burned in 1882.
Learn more on Wikipedia:
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Garden_Palace
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Apr2020
Just discovered this excellent heritage Sydney Architecture webpage about the Sydney Garden Palace.
Constructed in 3 phases between 1844 and 1903, the columned arcade visible here was the 2nd phase, leaving the original 1844 exterior facade with 2 stories of windows intact (but setback). The building was then added to 3 more times between 1915 and 1997.
Learn more:
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Customs_House,_Sydney
Winter light is strong & clear in Sydney NSW, Australia.
2020 website:
www.sydneycustomshouse.com.au/
... and of course for Graeme. etal:
Jun2021 ... there is a chance the gent at left is David Scott Mitchell, who left his book collection to the state of NSW, instrumental in the creation of the State Library of NSW.
David is facing the land (off to the right of image) where the new library would be built between 1905-1910.
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/David_Scott_Mitchell
A slighter chance it is Colonial Architect James Barnet, who designed the Garden Palace (and over 1300 other NSW buildings) ... 1862-1890.
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/James_Barnet
Love these old images ... another image no longer in copyright ... some TLC.
Image by Tronier Artist Photographer 1879. The image is now 140 years old, as of the Jun2019 uploading to my photostream.
Source: From the collection of the State Library of New South Wales: www.sl.nsw.gov.au
The garden-style perimeter railing fence reveals master craftsmanship in construction.
Garden Palace was designed by James Barnet and built, in 1879 in 8 months, on the current Royal Botanical Garden land along Macquarie Street.
The Sydney International Exhibition in 1879 showcased Australian and International progress.
The timber and cast-iron building burned in 1882.
Extraordinary view NE over the Royal Botanic Garden and then the Farm Cove waters & beyond over Sydney Harbour.
One can also identify the distinctive outline of a Martello Tower (top right corner) on the smallish island of Fort Denison. The fort was built between 1841-1857 and was only hit in battle accidently by the USS Chicago.
Source: wikipedia - en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fort_Denison
The distant northshore would be present day Neutral Bay, Cremorne and Mosman.
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Apr2020
Just discovered this excellent heritage Sydney Architecture webpage about the Sydney Garden Palace.
In the vivid morning light, as the sun casts its golden rays across Sydney Harbour, one structure stands proudly against the clear blue sky—the Sydney Harbour Bridge. Often playing second fiddle to the world-renowned Sydney Opera House, this magnificent feat of engineering is an icon in its own right, a symbol of Australia's industrious spirit and a testament to human ingenuity.
Affectionately known by locals as "The Coathanger" due to its distinctive arch shape, the Sydney Harbour Bridge is much more than just a way to cross the harbor. Completed in 1932 after eight years of construction, it was once the world's largest steel arch bridge—a record it held for almost 30 years. At 134 meters above sea level at its highest point, the bridge offers breathtaking panoramic views of the city, the harbour, and beyond.
The bridge's colossal steel structure, with its riveted plates and towering pylons, reflects the industrial age's boldness and ambition. Each piece of steel, carefully assembled by hand, tells a story of the thousands of workers who toiled day and night, often in perilous conditions, to create this architectural marvel. It is a bridge that carries the weight of history—both literal and symbolic.
Today, the Sydney Harbour Bridge is not just a critical piece of infrastructure; it is a cultural landmark. Every day, thousands of cars, bicycles, and pedestrians traverse its span, connecting the bustling heart of Sydney with its northern suburbs. And for the adventurous, the BridgeClimb experience offers an exhilarating journey to the top of the arch, where climbers are rewarded with unparalleled views of the cityscape, especially stunning in the crisp morning sunlight.
But beyond its function and form, the bridge is embedded in the social fabric of Sydney. It hosts events, such as the annual New Year's Eve fireworks, where the bridge becomes a canvas for a dazzling display of light and color. It's a place where locals gather, where tourists snap photos, and where memories are made.
While the Opera House might capture the lion's share of attention, the Sydney Harbour Bridge remains an equally potent symbol of the city—a "other" Sydney icon that embodies the strength, resilience, and dynamic energy of Australia. As you admire the bridge in the bright morning sunshine, let its grandeur remind you that icons come in many forms, and sometimes, the most enduring ones are those that quietly but steadfastly support the weight of a city’s dreams.
So, next time you look across Sydney Harbour, take a moment to appreciate the bridge, not just as a backdrop to the Opera House but as a masterpiece of its own—a true emblem of Sydney’s spirit.
Love these old images ... no longer in copyright ... some TLC.
Image by photographer UNKNOWN.
The image is now 140 years old, as of the Jun2019 uploading to my photostream.
Source: Wikimedia Collection
sorry ... the wikimedia webpage with this image on it does not link properly. The image can be found thru the wikipedia webpage about Garden Palace below.
Garden Palace was designed by James Barnet and built, in 1879 in 8 months, on the current Royal Botanical Garden land along Macquarie Street.
The Sydney International Exhibition in 1879 showcased Australian and International progress.
The timber and cast-iron building burned in 1882.
Learn more on Wikipedia:
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Garden_Palace
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Apr2020
Just discovered this excellent heritage Sydney Architecture webpage about the Sydney Garden Palace.
Try holding your camera steady for 0.8 second (after scaling all those steps) to photograph a vertical drop of eleven tall floors. Almost had to close my eyes as my knees went weak.
343 George Street is the former headquarters of one of the leading banks in New South Wales, the Commercial Banking Company of Sydney Ltd., which had occupied this site since the 1850s until its merger with the National Australia Bank in the 1980s.
The design and execution, scale, form and materials of this building combine to present an extremely fine expression of the qualities and aspirations of a leading, well established and respected bank from the 1920s at a time when great confidence and trust was placed in banks.
The building is a good and early example of the Commercial Palazzo style..........Sydney Architecture
343 George Street, Sydney, Australia (Friday 16 Apr 2010)
Love these old images ... another image no longer in copyright ... some TLC.
Image by photographer UNKNOWN between 1879- 1882 ( excellent work by the photog! ). The image is now 137 - 140 years old, as of the Jun2019 uploading to my photostream.
Source: Wikimedia collection.
In the foreground is the Royal Botanical Garden. The obelisk in the image means this must be the East facade.
Garden Palace was designed by James Barnet and built, in 1879 in 8 months, on the current Royal Botanical Garden land along Macquarie Street.
[ In 2019, the NSW State Library would be to the left and the Sydney Opera House to the right of this image. ]
The Sydney International Exhibition in 1879 showcased Australian and International progress.
The timber and cast-iron building burned in 1882.
Learn more on Wikipedia:
I think I need to link to the license en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Garden_Palace#/media/File:The_Garde...(8005393869)_(cropped).jpg
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Apr2020
Just discovered this excellent heritage Sydney Architecture webpage about the Sydney Garden Palace.
Love these old images ... no longer in copyright ... some TLC.
Garden Palace at the Sydney International Exhibition. Macquarie Street is at bottom ... this is the current day site of the Royal Botanic Garden Sydney.
Image thought to be by photographer UNKNOWN shot in 1879 and published between 1879-1884.
The image is now 140 years old, as of the Jul2019 uploading to my photostream.
Source: From the collection of TROVE - National Library of Australia ... www.trove.nla.gov.au
Garden Palace was designed by James Barnet and built, in 1879 in 8 months, on the current Royal Botanical Garden land along Macquarie Street.
[ In 2019, the NSW State Library would be to the right and the Sydney Opera House to the left of this image. ]
The Sydney International Exhibition in 1879 showcased Australian and International progress.
The timber and cast-iron building burned in 1882.
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Apr2020
Just discovered this excellent heritage Sydney Architecture webpage about the Sydney Garden Palace.
© All images Copyright Luke Zeme Photography. Contact for license usage.
A new gallery is starting to take shape in Sydney’s inner suburb chippendale where the brick facade is now fully visible. 1000’s of these small grey toned bricks create curves and waves that rise above you, it’s really stunning! The interior space is comprised of 3 sections; the gallery, a performance space and a central garden to link them all together.
The idea was initiated by a private patron whereby each element is authored by a different hand.
The Gallery architects are: @johnwardlearchitects
The performance space architects: @durbachblockjaggers
Engineering: @ttwengineers
Garden spaces: @360degreeslandscape
I can’t wait to explore the various ways the spaces crossover and interact with my camera 📷 .
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Lightroom replacement(alternative) software - Luminar! Use code "lukezeme" for a 15% discount -Skylum's Luminar Link
Preset collections, Photography tutorials and loads more , USE code "lukezemephotography" for 10% discount - Preset collections, Photography tutorials Link
Best HDR software on the market - Use code "lukezeme" for a 15% discount! - Skylum's Aurora HDR 2019 Link
Topaz has an incredible Photoshop Plugins collection + Studio for anything you can think of - Topaz Labs Link
The BEST Time Lapse software on the market. This software makes creating incredible Time Lapse videos easy for anyone - LRTimeLapse5 Link
On1 has been delivering amazing photography software for a long time, check out their Suite and plugins here - On1 Software Link
Get Adobe Photoshop & Lightroom on the Photography Plan, a cheaper option for photographers :-) - Adobe Photography Plan Link
My 50 best Lightroom presets in 1 pack, including 10x HDR presets - Get Adobe Photoshop & Lightroom on the Photography Plan, a cheaper option for photographers :-) - Luke Zeme's Premium Preset Collection Link
Sell your own prints online with a Zenfolio online print shop, this is how I sell my prints online - Sell your own prins online Link
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This building from around 1878 is the flagship store for fashion retailer Country Road. It is located in the prestigious Pitt St Mall where rents are astronomical.
"A report by Cushman & Wakefield has revealed that Sydney's Pitt St mall is the fourth most expensive shopping strip in the world, based on average retail rental prices.
A 33 per cent increase in rents at Pitt St Mall, which propelled the Australian city from ninth place to fourth. Rents along the pedestrianised street are at a record $A9,913 [per square metre] and mark the first time that an Australian city has made the top five. " Source: The Australian 1 Sep 2011
Starring role: green apartments open door to lower bills for buyers
Antony Lawes
April 21, 2012
Antias in Pyrmont ... buyers stand to benefit from lower bills.
A low-rise apartment block in Pyrmont is the first private unit development in the state to be given an environmental star rating.
The development's cross-ventilation, solar-powered lighting and rainwater tanks have earned it the environmental star rating.
The Lend Lease project Antias, nearing completion at Jacksons Landing, is one of only seven new apartment developments in Australia to be awarded a green-star design rating by the Green Building Council of Australia since the scheme was introduced in 2009. Four others were in Victoria and two in Queensland.
Some public housing projects in Redfern and Lilyfield were given ratings under a pilot scheme before that, and 15 others around Australia have applied for ratings, which range from four to six stars. Antias has a four-star rating.
Paul Shaw, the head of apartments at Lend Lease, said all 43 apartments at Antias had sold quickly off the plan, which showed environmental features were becoming important for buyers.
Prices ranged from $645,000 for a one-bedroom unit to $1.35 million for a top-of the-range three-bedder.
Mr Shaw predicted the rating system would become the standard in apartment buildings in the future.
''Looking forward, properties that are not green-star rated will probably have a hard time selling,'' he said.
The same rating system has been used on new office buildings for almost a decade. Almost 20 per cent of office space in cities is now ''green-star certified''.
Office buildings with a green-star rating command higher prices and higher rents, says a report last year by the Australian Property Institute and Property Funds Association.
Some residential projects already certified had shown energy savings of up to 25 per cent, the Green Building Council had found.
But a residential agent, Ewan Morton, the managing director of Morton & Morton, which specialises in the Pyrmont area, doubted buyers would pay more until they could see the benefits.
''It's going to come back to how that building's run and whether there's a cost saving to be had,'' he said.
''They've got to get through a year or two and see how the strata levies go, but if they're able to save energy and money through the design elements of the building then I think that could be a a winner.''
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Architect: Tonkin Zulaikha Greer
4 storeys, 43 apartments Adjacent to Anzac Bridge overlooking Bank Street. Site of CSR char house.