Powerhouse Parramatta

In recent months, major milestones have been achieved, including the full installation of the exoskeleton and formation of all seven exhibition spaces. Here’s a closer look at what’s happening on site:Building A (west)Building A has reached its full height ‘topping out’ at 75 metres with concrete poured on the final floor in late May. All exoskeleton pieces encasing Building A. This marks the completion of over 1,300 precision installed pieces of steel carefully placed around both buildings. Work cont

Powerhouse Parramatta’s major exhibition spaces are now one step closer to completion with the application of a bespoke waterglass finish to exposed concrete surfaces throughout.  The waterglass finish—a specialist treatment used in major museums and galleries around the world—provides a refined, matte surface that is both durable and visually striking. It highlights the natural tones and textures of the concrete while protecting it from dust and stains, making it ideal for high-traffic public environ

A major structural milestone has been achieved at Powerhouse Parramatta with the completion of the Link Bridge, uniting the museum’s two main buildings above ground.  The Link Bridge is a key architectural feature of the new museum, physically connecting the eastern and western buildings to create a truly unified cultural campus. Suspended above the site’s central courtyard, the bridge will allow visitors to move seamlessly between exhibition spaces and public areas while enjoying unique views of the mu