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    Barwon Water by GHDWoodhead

    Nov 05, 2018 1 minute

    Location Geelong, Victoria

    Jury citation The overhaul of the headquarters for Barwon Water in the Victorian city of Geelong is a clever adaptive re-use of the agency’s compared to using new materials. Of the material removed from the site, 80 percent was recycled. Internal connectivity is greatly improved via the introduction of an infill structure that physically and visually links the north and south blocks, while a central atrium allows natural light into the building and improves its environmental performance, staff engagement and comfort.

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