Woollahra Renovation
Partridge provided structural engineering services for the conversion of an existing garage rooftop suspended concrete slab into a new outdoor terrace area. Our initial scope involved assessing the structural capacity of the existing slab and supporting elements to determine load-carrying limits and governing constraints for proposed additions, including a spa pool and barbecue area. Based […]
Hourglass Tree
Partridge provided structural engineering services for this public artwork created by artist Mark O’Ryan and constructed by fabricator Lump Sculpture as part of Inner West Council’s GreenWay project. Located beside the Dulwich Hill light rail corridor, the installation combines ecological regeneration with structural design, providing a dedicated habitat for local bats within a restored native […]
Amphibian Shelter
Partridge recently provided structural engineering for an endangered frog conservation facility at Melbourne Zoo. Developed by Zoos Victoria following the 2019–20 bushfires, the specialised shelter supports critical species recovery programs. Our structural scope focused on designing a durable steel portal frame carport structure. This system protects a series of EPS-panelled refrigerated box units, which maintain […]
The Glasshouse
Partridge delivered a structural condition assessment of the heritage-listed Glasshouse at Castlecrag, a mid-century residence celebrated for its dramatic cantilevered form and lightweight hybrid steel–timber structure. Supported by a central braced steel core anchored into the sloping rock face, the house projects outward to appear suspended within the bushland canopy. Using a detailed Spacegass model, […]
Lyons House
Partridge completed a detailed structural condition assessment of the State Heritage-listed Lyons House in Dolans Bay, designed by Robin Boyd. The 1960s residence is defined by bold 3.5m cantilevers on all sides, supported by a hybrid timber and concealed steel framing system over a concrete slab and load-bearing masonry base. We developed a comprehensive Spacegass […]
Wentworth Mausoleum
Partridge Engineering is providing structural engineering advice to Museums of History NSW for the State Heritage-listed Wentworth Mausoleum in Vaucluse, the 1870s sandstone monument and burial place of William Charles Wentworth. Our work includes assessment of the above-ground structure and subterranean crypt, accessed for the first time in over a century through carefully managed opening […]
Woolloomooloo Murals
Partridge was engaged by the City of Sydney to deliver structural remediation for the Woolloomooloo Murals, a landmark public art installation on the Eastern Suburbs Railway overpass pylons. The original steel-framed mural system had suffered significant corrosion from trapped moisture and long-term exposure, threatening the integrity of the artworks. We undertook detailed inspection of existing […]
Abbotsford Convent
A living heritage precinct with constantly changing use presents complex structural demands at the Abbotsford Convent, where Partridge provided structural assessments for event and adaptive reuse scenarios. The State Heritage-listed former convent now operates as a major arts and cultural hub in Melbourne, with temporary installations introducing loads never envisaged in the original fabric. We […]
Headland House
Headland House, designed by Richards Stanisich, transforms a South Bondi Art Deco apartment into a single modern residence. Partridge developed a structural strategy to preserve the original masonry walls while supporting a new level, terrace, and basement excavation. Steel portal frames provided temporary stability during construction, while targeted remediation, such as repointed mortar, new cavity […]
Sculpture by the Sea Cottesloe
Sculpture by the Sea Cottesloe returned in 2026, and Partridge was proud to support the event as both sponsor and part of the Structural Engineering Review Panel. From early planning through to final inspection, we worked closely with artists, installers and organisers to review each artwork for safety, stability and buildability, considering wind loading, site […]
Earthbuilt Walling System
At Partridge, we are always exploring innovative approaches to structural engineering. Earthbuilt Technology has worked with Crest Robotics to develop ‘Charlotte’ – an autonomous robot which constructs walls from loose materials such as sand, clay, gravel, or recycled waste bound with a tensile membrane instead of cement or chemical adhesives. Layers are extruded to form […]
Arbory Afloat Pickle Ball Enclosure
Le Club Lacoste Melbourne transformed Arbory Afloat into a floating tennis court on the Yarra River as a short-term summer activation. Partridge was engaged by Bespoke Wire and Rope to provide structural engineering input for the sport court enclosure, comprising wall and roof netting installed above an operating barge. Despite its temporary nature, the enclosure […]