Christmas Trees
Client: Sureline GroupLocation: Statewide, VIC Did you know Partridge Melbourne played a key role in ensuring the safety and stability of Melbourne’s iconic Christmas trees across Victorian shopping centres and the airport? While we weren’t involved in designing these bespoke structures, we were on-site to oversee installations, manage challenges, and resolve any issues that arose. […]
Latimer House
Architect: Tobias PartnersLandscape: Myles Baldwin DesignBuilder: Cumberland BuildingLocation: Bellevue Hill, NSW Between 2016 and 2019, our structural team collaborated with Tobias Partners on a standout project — a high-end residence in Bellevue Hill. The site’s deep sand conditions posed unique engineering challenges, requiring innovative solutions to ensure the building’s stability. The structure itself is predominantly […]
Eamonn Madden Inspires
An inspiring and dynamic week at the University of Galway concluded in November, where Partridge Director Eamonn Madden engaged 250 first-year engineering students through the “Creative Response” assignment, a unique three-hour challenge designed to foster creativity in engineering by connecting analytical thinking with artistic expression. “Art in Engineering” was facilitated by Partridge for over 15 […]
Clifton House
Architect: Anthony Gill ArchitectureBuilder: Robert Plumb BuildLocation: North Bondi, NSW Partridge is proud to have provided the structural engineering expertise behind this 2024 NSW Architecture Award-winning project. Situated on the sandy flat stretching from North Bondi Beach to Sydney Harbour at Rose Bay, this new four-bedroom family home replaces a modest bungalow. Set amidst a […]
Northbridge House
Architect: Design King CompanyBuilder: HorizonLocation: Northbridge, NSW Working on a steeply sloping site is always an adventure, and this alteration and addition project was no exception. From tricky access issues to unexpected ground conditions, the challenges kept coming. But with a strong collaborative effort between Partridge, Horizon, and Design King Company, we turned these obstacles […]
Big Sculpture
Project: Big SculptureLocation: St Kilda, VIC Partridge is proud to support emerging and established artists by providing structural engineering advice and certification to ensure the safety of sculptures in public places. Our contributions focus on critical aspects such as wind loads, structural integrity, stability, and deflection prevention, ensuring that each artwork present no danger to […]
Southern Cross Playtower
Landscape Architect: NaturformLocation: Caroline Springs, VIC Partridge partnered with Naturform to design and certify a children’s playground, addressing structural challenges with a strong focus on child safety. The steel design and detailing required careful planning to eliminate hazards, with connections specifically designed to prevent pinch points and potential injuries. A major challenge involved the complex steel modelling […]
Heritage and Sustainability
A recent ACSE “Engineering In The Pub” event brought together industry leaders for a thought-provoking discussion on Heritage Engineering and Sustainability. The evening was hosted by Eamonn Madden from Partridge, current Chair of the Sydney Division of Engineers Australia Engineering Heritage (EHS). The co-presenters were Professor Max Irvine, a respected engineer with a remarkable portfolio […]
Huntley Street Recreation Centre
ARCHITECT Collins & TurnerLOCATION Alexandria, NSW Construction of a new sports centre is underway, with Partridge playing a proud role in the structural design alongside Collins & Turner architects. The project involves transforming an existing 1980s warehouse into a versatile sports and commercial building, serving the growing communities of Alexandria and Green Square. The sports […]
Ghost Building Reborn
Project Name: Coronation StreetArchitect Firm: Brewer ArchitectsLandscape Architect: Environmental PartnershipLocation: Hornsby NSW In the heart of Hornsby, a new landmark stands as a testament to the power of history and the spirit of community. The Judge’s Bakery Ghost Building and Plaza, a 1:1 scale replica of the original bakery that once graced this corner site, […]