Its curved geometry, mud-brick walls, and timber ceilings required a custom mechanical upgrade, designing and installing new ventilation and air-conditioning systems that respected the heritage fabric and unique forms, all while the site remained open to thousands of visitors.
This was a niche project that was extremely complex due to the building’s irregular shape and materials, which meant that off-the-shelf systems would not be suitable.
We needed to integrate new stainless steel ventilation and AC into mud brick and timber without compromising the architecture or visitor experience. The works had to proceed in a live tourism environment and meet federal reporting and environmental compliance standards within a national park.
We developed a fully custom mechanical design in-house, tailoring ventilation and air-conditioning systems to fit the Centre’s dimensions and preserve its unique structure. Stainless steel ventilation components were fabricated to exact specifications and carefully installed to avoid disruption to the heritage materials.
To manage the live environment, we staged works in defined areas, using hoarding, signage, and strict safety controls to protect visitors and staff. Our team worked closely with stakeholders to ensure the facility remained operational throughout the construction period. Planning and logistics were critical, with all materials and equipment organised in advance to ensure efficiency in this remote location.
The project was delivered smoothly, achieving reliable climate control, strict compliance, and zero disruption to visitor operations.
The success of this work reinforced TPA’s reputation for managing complex, high-profile cultural projects, leading to further contracts at Uluru.
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