PROJECT NAME
Central Station – Ventilation and Services Buildings
Central Station - Ventilation and Services Buildings
Details
LOCATION
Sydney, NSW – Australia
COLLABORATION
Brick Manufacturer: CSR Limited,
PGH Bricks & Pavers
Precaster: Waeger Constructions
Architect: Woods Bagot
Developer: Sydney Metro
Builder: Laing O’Rourke
BRIEF
Provide long-term surface protection for architecturally detailed precast elements forming part of the ventilation and service buildings at Central Station.
The project required:
- Protection of ECOTONE coloured precast brick inlays integrated into façade panels
- Preservation of intricate artwork and design detailing
- Resistance to graffiti and environmental exposure in a high-traffic public transport environment
- Enhancement and maintenance of the intended glazed brick aesthetic
MATERIAL & APPLICATION
- ECOCLEAN Ultra Graffiti Shield
Applied to precast panels featuring ECOTONE coloured brick inlays, ECOCLEAN Ultra Graffiti Shield forms a clear, durable barrier that protects surfaces while enhancing colour depth and delivering a consistent satin-to-gloss finish across the façade.
OUTCOME
ECOCLEAN Ultra Graffiti Shield works in conjunction with the ECOTONE colouring system to both protect and elevate the finished surface. The coating enhances the richness and depth of the ECOTONE colours, providing a refined sheen that reinforces the intended glazed brick aesthetic.
At the same time, it delivers robust anti-graffiti performance, allowing for fast and effective removal of vandalism and significantly reducing long-term maintenance requirements in one of Australia’s busiest transport environments.
The result is a façade that combines colour precision with durable protection—maintaining visual impact, reducing lifecycle costs, and ensuring the integrity of both the finish and the underlying material over time.
”The large-scale piece represents a visual connection between the past and the present. The DNA and serpentine-like imagery is symbolic of one of the many creation stories that have been handed down over time for over 60,000 years….A brick inlay system was used to create the look and feel of a traditional brick facade with all the efficiencies and durability of precast concrete. Each brick was then individually placed across 216 precast panels. Once finished, the panels were transported from Newcastle to Central Station for installation and were lifted into place using a single 135-tonne crane, using a ‘dual lift and rotate’ methodology.
Sydney Metro