Commercial · Heritage Adaptive Reuse · Sydney NSW

SubStation No. 164

The ambitious revitalisation of two adjacent historic Sydney buildings — the 1909 Shelley Warehouse and the 1930s Electrical Substation — into one of Sydney's most innovative A-grade office developments.
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Project Overview

A landmark for heritage development

Sitting unused for decades, SubStation No. 164 is the ambitious revitalisation of two adjacent historic Sydney buildings at 183–185 Clarence Street. Now one of Sydney's most innovative office developments, it sets a new benchmark for heritage buildings of the future — floating a seven-storey sculptural glass office space above the original heritage fabric.

Built leveraged every one of their multi-disciplinary capabilities at every stage, working alongside formidable partners to unlock value and deliver a one-of-a-kind development.

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7,867m²

A-Grade Office Space

7 Levels

New Glass Tower

24%

Upfront Carbon Reduction

$180M

Project Value

Sustainability

Built for today and tomorrow

By retaining as much of the building's heritage as possible, the project's upfront carbon footprint was reduced by 24%. Construction used 100% green power onsite, diverted 90% of waste from landfill, and achieved a 97% recycling rate — while attaining 6-Star Green Star and WELL Platinum ratings.

  • 24% reduction in upfront carbon (A1–A5)
  • 100% green power used onsite during construction
  • 97% recycling rate achieved nearing completion
  • 90% of waste diverted from landfill
  • 6-Star Green Star Interiors + WELL Platinum

Project Details

Location

183–185 Clarence Street, Sydney NSW

Architect

fjmt Studio (fjcstudio)

Completed

2021

Rating

5-Star Green Star & 5-Star NABERS

Heritage Status

Heritage Listed — Both Buildings

Project Value

$180M