Today’s event in Merrylands marked an important point in a project that has been progressing with steady purpose since our involvement began. Standing on the upper levels gave a clear sense of how far the site has come and how much coordination sits behind a structure of this scale. CENTRAL QUARTER is a mixed-use tower rising 21 floors and delivering 194 apartments across a range of configurations. It was a valuable opportunity to meet the teams driving the project forward. R

At Goldfish & Bay, our ongoing Lunch & Learn series with Fusion Fire Systems isn’t just routine, it’s become one of the most valuable technical sessions we host. Giorgio Montanari brings more than 15 years of experience, a deep command of fire protection standards, and a rare ability to translate complexity into clear, practical insight. With a background in project delivery, system design, and product development, Giorgio has worked across both wet and dry fire protection. H

Located in St Leonards, this BTR precinct by Coronation in collaboration with Cox Architecture contributes to the area’s shift toward long-term rental living supported by local services and everyday amenity. Positioned between Crows Nest Metro, Royal North Shore Hospital and the St Leonards commercial centre, it sits within one of Sydney’s most connected neighbourhoods. The architectural approach focuses on clear planning and a continuous resident experience. A consistent apa

Every drawing begins with precision and intent. Site inspections are where those ideas are tested against real conditions. They are the point where design becomes construction and engineering decisions become tangible outcomes. Inspections are not a formality. They are a critical part of quality assurance, ensuring that materials, installations and methods reflect the design intent. Each visit allows engineers to verify compliance, assess workmanship, and identify opportuniti

Set above Sydney’s coastline at 11 Jennifer Street, Little Bay, ESTE brings together architecture, interiors, landscape, and engineering in one cohesive vision. Developed and built by Urban Property Group, and designed by Hill Thalis Architecture with interiors by Richards Stanisich and landscape design by Arcadia Landscape Architecture, the project comprises 94 residences across four storeys, framed by rooftop wellness spaces and communal landscaped areas that open toward Ka

For over a decade, architects and engineers have been wrapping buildings in plants. Green façades and living walls have become symbols of sustainable design. They cool the air, soften concrete skylines and promise harmony between the built and natural world. But many of these buildings are now showing what happens when design ambition meets time, weather and water. As buildings age, green façades are revealing a simple truth: sustainability without engineering endurance doesn