The project involves the provision of a new recreation area, accompanying cafe and water feature that will create a new hub of activity and contribute to the adjacent rotunda precinct whilst providing an important addition to the existing amenities of Ryde Park. It will transform the Park by expanding the informal recreation, play and social opportunities to cater for a wider and changing demographic in sync with the Park’s focus as a major civic space.

Existing trees and landform create an intimate and semi-enclosed precinct within the Park. The proposed cafe and rest rooms will be the symbolic heart, whilst also provide a hub that facilitates connection between the upper and lower areas of the Park.

The building is orientated to best capture morning and midday sun, whilst the large overhang offers protection from the afternoon west facing sun. The large overhangs are designed to allow maximum winter solar penetration, whilst shading occupants from direct summer sunlight.

Other ESD principles include the use of recycled timber from telegraph poles, modular construction, natural ventilation, rainwater storage and its re-use for flushing of toilets, and local irrigation. Solar powered hot water systems. Triple A rated taps, and led lights are fitted.

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