Located on the eastern side of Darling Harbour, Sydney Wildlife World adds an iconic landmark to the surrounding foreshore.
The design was inspired by the skeletal frame of a python, with construction needed to accommodate nine eco systems simulated within the facility. The elegant mesh roof supported by curved steel arches creates an imaginative, exciting and attractive addition to Sydney Wildlife World.
AWARD WINNING DESIGN
BUILDING TYPE
Custom Design and construct fabric structures
ARCHITECT
RIHS ARCHITECTS
ENGINEER
ROBERT BIRD & PARTNERS
Size 4000m²
Frame Hot dipped galvanized and coated
lightweight steel frame
Fabric Mesh Shell: 316 Stainless Steel Zoomesh
Design Features Custom Aluminium extrusion and fittings
Full pattern mesh shape
35 unique steel arches
Stainless steel cable net support for steel
frame