The works at 2-4 Ferntree Pl, Notting Hill are now complete.
2 FERNTREE PLACE | CONSTRUCTION UPDATE, September/October 2021
And were back…construction by Hansen Yuncken has resumed on site after the industry hiatus at the end of September.
Works that have been progressing across September included;
Facade installation (to 50% completion).
Progressing internal amenity fitout works, including tiling from Ground to Level 3.
Structural works finalised including planter box walls and rooftop mechanical plinths.
Sewer re-location works.
Forecasted to be completed across October (in progress)
Continuation of Facade installation.
Landscaping / civil works to be progressed including pavement works and external light poles.
Wall type changes to improve fire rating performance.
Additional outlets in amenities to be installed to improve operation of amenities areas for prospective tenants.
Security intercom installation.
Some photos are below, mainly of Facade. We will look forward to sharing internal shots as the fit-out stage picks up momentum.
2 FERNTREE PLACE | CONSTRUCTION UPDATE, June/July/August 2021
With 2021 passing its halfway point, the project for 2 Ferntree Place continues with great progress. With the building structure “topping out” in July 2021 and internal building services becoming evermore visible from the perimeter, the Gray Puksand designed structure is coming to life on a week by week basis - notably with the facade installation underway at ground level.
A summary of the achievements within June and July 2021 are summarised below.
June 2021
Pouring of Level 4 suspended slab.
Level 5 suspended slab formwork.
Basement works are nearing completion with final fit-off and finishes required.
Works to fit-off the amenities areas have commenced.
Sewer non-destructive digging works completed.
July 2021
Pouring of Level 5 suspended slab.
Pouring of level 5 topping slab completing the major structural works required to bring the 2 Ferntree Pl project to its finished height.
Ground-level façade installation commenced with approximately 5 façade units installed.
Works to install sheeting and ceilings in the ground floor amenities areas are underway and partially complete.
Level 2 amenities rough-in works have commenced.
Level 3 high-level services rough-in works have commenced.
August 2021
Ground-level and Level 1 façade installation ongoing.
2 FERNTREE PLACE | CONSTRUCTION UPDATE, May/June 2021
Construction momentum has continued through May & June, despite the wet weather and the challenge of a temporary lockdown.
The structure is well established out of the ground currently sitting at Level 4 with pouring of the slabs for level 5 and rooftop soon to occur.
Moving from the basement to ground level services are beginning to appear with Fire & HVAC being mounted and floorplate of the ground floor beginning to take shape.
A series of photos from May through June are below to document the ongoing construction journey.
2 FERNTREE PLACE | CONSTRUCTION UPDATE, April 2021
Another month of solid progress at 2 Ferntree Place for April 2021. We continue to see the structure rising out of the ground with the Ground Floor and Level 1 starting to take shape.
Key activities achieved by Hansen Yuncken in April.
Erection of precast panels in the lift core.
Preparing and pouring wet joint pours in the lift core.
Basement 1 suspended slab poured (Upper and Lower).
Ground Floor suspended slab poured.
Erection of panels for ramp entry into the car park.
Preparation of founding material beneath the carpark entry ramp.
Erection of formwork & steel fixing for L1 suspended slab.
Installation of In-ground services including sewer and storm water external connections.
In May 2021 we can expect to see the structure continuing to rise, likely to Level 3 formwork and steel fixing.
More updates to follow soon!
2 FERNTREE PLACE | CONSTRUCTION UPDATE, March 2021
Construction of 2 Ferntree Place is progressing well to date. There is excitement around the site with the building working its way out of the ground and the superstructure soon to be realised.
Key updates for March 2021;
Basement 1 lower slab poured.
Formwork for Basement 1 upper commenced.
External services are underway including the storm water connection to the north of the site.
Looking Ahead;
Hansen Yuncken focus for April is to ensure smooth progression of structure, in preparation of services and fit out beginning in the lower levels beginning in May.
There have been no safety incidents to date, and the site is well presented and organised.
Photos
Basement 2 upper level
Basement 1 lower level
Aerial View of Basement
2 FERNTREE PLACE | CONSTRUCTION UPDATE, Feb 2021
The following activities were achieved in February 2021 from builder Hansen Yuncken.
Completion of 100% of the excavation, with levels in most of the basement at the base of B2.
Completion of 100% of the shotcrete walls and ground anchors in all basement walls.
Completion of the hardstand around the site.
Tower Crane base poured & Tower Crane erection completed.
Pad footings in B2 poured – approx. 50%.
Installation of In-ground services.
Photos included show progress of the basement construction and erection of tower crane.
In March the structure will commence including the completion of all footings, ground slab and the structural columns will commence erection.
2 FERNTREE PLACE | CONSTRUCTION UPDATE, Dec 2020/Jan 2021
At the conclusion of 2020/commencement of 2021 we began to see establishment of the building footprint with the following milestones being achieved:
Completed isolation of the substation, allowing the demolition to be finalised.
Basement fully excavated.
Perimeter Piles, pile cap and shotcrete walls nearing completion.
Photos included show progress of the basement construction.
More updates to follow.
2 FERNTREE PLACE | CONSTRUCTION UPDATE, Nov 2020
Demolition of the existing 2-4 Ferntree Place commenced in October 2020 being completed in November 2020 to make way for the flagship building now to be known as “2 Ferntree Place”
Stage 0
Melbourne District Demolition were appointed to undertake demolition of the site in preparation for appointed builder “Hansen Yuncken” to commence construction.
Some challenges experienced during the demolition period included;
- removal of substation and decommission of High Voltage power supply.
- management of hidden fire hydrant services.
Once challenges were overcome the removal of the building gained momentum and was completed rapidly, allowing progress to the next phase of site preparation.
More updates to follow.
THE PROJECT – 2 FERNTREE PLACE
2 Ferntree Place is the latest addition to the dynamic Ferntree Business Park and will become a flagship structure fronting Ferntree Gully Road
Featuring;
9,676 m2 NLA
5 Levels
Hotel Style End of Trip Facilities
Communal Rooftop Terrace
Designed by Gray Puksand
A contemporary fitout complements flexible, connected workspaces boasting formal and informal spaces that drive communication and collaboration.
Work commencing September 2020.
More updates to follow.