The prospective site for Pyrmont Place is located at 14–26 Wattle Street in Pyrmont, which, having previously served as a quarry and later a council depot, has long been dormant. Adjacent to the new Sydney Fish Market, the mixed-use precinct will be reimagined as part of the broader transformation of the Blackwattle Bay area.

BVN is leading the design of the project, which includes three residential towers and one commercial building. The building designs incorporate a material and formal language that references the site’s sandstone quarry history, with BVN’s approach incorporating textured concrete, copper and metallic elements to reflect Pyrmont’s industrial past. Each structure features a distinct façade treatment aimed at harmonising with the local environment and heritage context.

“The area has a unique history that offers many layers of inspiration,” says BVN Principal, Phillip Rossington. “Our scheme embraces Pyrmont’s history and diverse character through evocative, contemporary architecture and urban design, activating an enticing work-meets-lifestyle hub with open spaces, recreation facilities and family-friendly amenities.”

The development will include 237 apartments, designed to provide high-end urban living. Amenities for residents include communal terraces with views of the harbour and nearby parks, an outdoor pool, gym, yoga and pilates rooms, a music space and designated areas for working from home. A 91-place childcare centre is also planned, alongside public recreational areas and accessible pedestrian routes that aim to strengthen community engagement with the waterfront site.

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Meanwhile, OCULUS is responsible for the landscape design, which integrates native vegetation and green spaces that offer environmental benefits such as improved air quality and natural cooling. Key features include the preservation of the sandstone cliff below Jones Street, enhanced with viewing windows to allow public interaction with the site’s historic elements. Two new public pathways are intended to improve walkability and strengthen visual and physical connections across the precinct.

Interiors are designed to continue the architectural narrative with two finish options: Cirrus and Terra. Cirrus features light, neutral tones, while Terra incorporates deeper, earthy hues. Both options use natural materials including timber and stone. Kitchens are fitted with integrated appliances and marble islands, while bathrooms use textured porcelain and marble vanities to maintain the development’s refined but understated aesthetic.

Pyrmont Place is positioned near key transport links, including the existing Wentworth Park Light Rail stop and the upcoming Pyrmont Metro West station. Construction is expected to begin in mid-2025, with first occupancies projected for early 2028.

The project contributes to some of Sydney’s broader urban goals, as Chris Pratt, Head of Development (NSW) notes: “This project represents a once-in-a-generation opportunity to breathe new life into one of Sydney’s historic locations. Pyrmont Place will deliver world-class residences while creating significant public amenity and connectivity in this part of the harbour.”

BVN
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OCULUS
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