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Federation Square Overview

Jodie Misiak March 7, 2003 Project Evaluation (1.011). Federation Square Overview. 1997 International Design Competition for redevelopment of Melbourne Waterfront  London-based Lab architecture studio  Melbourne-based Bates Smart

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Federation Square Overview

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  1. Jodie Misiak March 7, 2003 Project Evaluation (1.011) Federation Square Overview

  2. 1997 International Design Competition for redevelopment of Melbourne Waterfront London-based Lab architecture studio Melbourne-based Bates Smart Finance for project from State of Victoria (lead), City of Melbourne, Commonwealth Government, and private investors  Initial Cost Estimate (1997) : 128 million Australian dollars  Actual Final Costs (2002): 450 million Australian dollars + Jodie Misiak March 7, 2003 Project Evaluation (1.011) Federation Square Overview

  3. Major Project Components: Deck, Square, Atrium / Labyrinth Climate Control System, Buildings Major Issues:  Highly ambitious project (create useable space over rail yard, international prestige for Melbourne, highlight sustainable design, etc.)  Controversial process (many political battles, delays, cost increases, etc.) Jodie Misiak March 7, 2003 Project Evaluation (1.011) Federation Square Overview

  4. Site Details: -between Yarra River and Melbourne’s Central Business District -3.6 hectares - deck constructed over operational commuter rail yard Jodie Misiak March 7, 2003 Project Evaluation (1.011) Federation Square Overview

  5. -Federation Square Site:http://www.federationsquare.com.au/ • -Lab Architecture Studio site:http://www.labarchitecture.com/flash.html • -The Age news site (Victoria newspaper) (various links to specific articles) • -Sydney Morning Herald news site (various links to specific articles) • -2002 Architecture Biennale de Venezia site: • http://194.185.28.38/gb/archi/Next/index.cfm • -State of Victoria site (Government Projects Page) • http://www.mpv.vic.gov.au/web3/majorproj.nsf/allDocs/RWP2FE2BBBDDDF8FC7BCA256C29000BF924?OpenDocument&Expand=3.1.2& • -Maddocks Infrastructure and Major Projects Update • http://www.maddocks.com.au/download/inf-pro-july-2002.pdf Jodie Misiak March 7, 2003 Project Evaluation (1.011) Federation Square Overview

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