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The Gunnery, Woolloomooloo, NSW

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Office & Commercial

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Sydney, NSW

Minerva was proud to play a key role in the restoration and transformation of The Gunnery, a heritage-listed building in Woolloomooloo, Sydney.
This once-in-a-lifetime project required innovative fire safety solutions to be put in place – while still respecting the historic fabric of the building.
Key challenges:
  • The Gunnery, built circa 1900, features a beautiful masonry façade and timber structure, creating a unique challenge in balancing modern fire safety codes with heritage preservation.
  • The most complex aspect was exposing the timber structure while ensuring it complied with current fire safety standards.
  • Coordination between heritage, architectural, and structural teams was essential to maintain the integrity of the building while upgrading fire safety.
Key solutions:
  • Minerva collaborated closely with the structural engineer and builder to rectify and strengthen the exposed structural timber, meeting the required Fire Resistance Level (FRL).
  • We partnered with a specialist intumescent paint manufacturer to protect key timber and steel elements, providing vital fire protection while maintaining the building’s character.
  • Flexible fire safety solutions were implemented to accommodate varying uses and population numbers within the building.
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Key outcomes:
  • The Gunnery has been restored as a functional, safe space that retains its unique historical features, including expanded galleries, rent-free studios, and full universal access.
  • This transformation project was underpinned by a 35-year sublease, ensuring future generations can enjoy this landmark for years to come.

This once-in-a-lifetime project required innovative fire safety solutions to be put in place – while still respecting the historic fabric of the building.

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