Sydney Open Adaptive Reuse

Join us for Sydney Open Adaptive Reuse, where we explore a selection of heritage properties that have been masterfully adapted to create new spaces for work, life and play.

In this Sunday line-up, we’ll explore six world-class examples of adaptive reuse, including the recently relaunched arts precinct at Rozelle’s White Bay Power Station; and Sub Station No. 164 and Machine Hall – two disused and degraded industrial buildings brought back to life by Built and fjcstudio.

Afterwards, visit the Sirius building in The Rocks – layered with history and now reimagined by JDH Capital and BVN Architecture. Be one of the first in the world to see the redevelopment of this iconic site.

It’s then on to The Brewery – the final piece in the puzzle for Central Park’s massive mixed-use project. The Brewery is an exceptional example of Sydney’s innovation and technology precinct, reimagined by IP Generation, Johnstaff, and Tzannes.

Finally, explore 50 Martin Place, the world’s most expensive building when it was built in 1928 and now home to Macquarie Group. Explore how the architects and project team reimagined the space in 2015 and connected the building to its new 2024 global headquarters at 1 Elizabeth Street.

Enjoy drop-in talks and tours led by architects and industry experts as part of your Sydney Open experience, and get access to buildings and spaces rarely open to the public.

As part of this event, Museums of History NSW is also inviting attendees to celebrate 20 years of the Mint project with behind-the-scenes tours with our guides.

Photo © Katherine Lu for Museums of History NSW