Project Details
Location
Moore Park, Sydney, NSW
Industry
Education and Performing Arts
Size
500m2
Value
$1.15m
Designer
DY Constructions Australia
Duration
6 weeks
Delivery Method
Lump Sum
- Performing arts facility fitout
- New sprung dance floor installation
- Black STM Multiflor vinyl finish
- Acoustic ceiling treatments to main studio
- New singing rooms with acoustic upgrades
- Wall-mounted dance mirrors
- Foyer accessibility upgrades
- Epoxy flooring to selected areas
- Stainless steel trough and bottle filler
- Essential services and compliance works
Project overview
Performing arts fitout completed for Brent Street, delivering upgraded dance, singing, foyer, and support spaces at The Entertainment Quarter.
Client Brief
Brent Street engaged DY Constructions Australia to transform an existing tenancy into a multi-purpose performing arts facility to support their expanding operations. The brief included the conversion of a former wine bar into a functional dance and rehearsal environment, incorporating a main dance studio, singing rooms, bathrooms, office areas, accessibility upgrades, and supporting building services.
Challenges
The project was large and complex, with a six-week construction programme delivered over the Christmas and January period when many trades and suppliers were on break. As the works involved an extensive refurbishment of an existing building, the team also had to manage site discoveries, services coordination, accessibility compliance requirements, and the sequencing of multiple trades within a tight timeframe.
The Solution
DY implemented a highly structured project management approach, with detailed scheduling to coordinate trades and keep the programme moving efficiently. Consultants were engaged where required to assist with design development, building services, and accessibility compliance, including ramp works, door adjustments, and access-related upgrades. Careful sequencing allowed the team to manage discoveries and deliver the transformation within the required timeframe.
The Result
The completed project delivered a major building transformation, converting an aged former hospitality space into a modern performing arts facility for Brent Street. The new facility provides a flexible environment for dance, singing, rehearsal, office use, and musical theatre activities, supporting the client’s growth with upgraded studios, improved amenities, accessible access, and high-quality finishes throughout.





