Contained by a forested edge with a layered canopy and rich understory planting, the park comprises two clearings. The first is a civic space for gatherings and events, while the second is a nurturing and protected space which frames Sky Country and demonstrates care for water, sky and earth.
Between these spaces are play and shelter areas which have been inspired by and co-designed with Dharug weavers, foregrounding Dharug knowledge and culture.
The competition winning scheme was designed by ASPECT Studios in collaboration with architects Collins + Turner, cultural consultant and Baramadagal woman of the Dharug Nation Jayne Christian, curatorial collaborator Emily McDaniel from the Wiradjuri Nation, artist Janet Laurence, structural engineers Eckersley O’Callaghan and lighting designer Steensen Varming. Other collaborators joined the team as the design developed.
The project has just been placed on State Significant Development Application exhibition by DPHI.
We’re eager to share more of this crucial project as it takes shape.