RAISING THE BAR FOR
GOVERNMENT WORKPLACE

Designed to support four thousand people, the new Parkline Workplace Hub of NSW Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI), unites multiple NSW Government agencies under one roof, setting an exciting new standard for Government workplaces in Sydney.

The hub provides a diverse range of spaces that support focus, connection, and teamwork. Designed to enable hybrid workstyles, the highly flexible and collaborative workplace responds to the evolving needs of government agencies. Each space is crafted to tell a story, one that weaves together the spirit and cultural heritage of Australia’s First Nations peoples with the purpose, innovation, and sustainability of contemporary workplace design.

The Parkline Workplace Hub is more than just a workplace; it’s a showcase of progressive thinking, universal accessibility and sustainable design that supports a vibrant public sector community.

Deputy Secretary of Property, Workplace and Development, at DPHI, Leon Walker, says:

“None of this would have been possible without … the innovative vision of our architects, Davenport Campbell and our fit-out contractor, MPA. Their support to realising our vision to create flexible, accessible, and sustainable workspaces has been instrumental in bringing this transformative workplace to life after years of careful planning, design and delivery.”

Davenport Campbell worked with First Nations consultant, Yarnnup, to develop the concept of ‘converge and intertwine’. This narrative shapes every facet of the Parkline Place project, from inclusivity and honouring First Nations heritage, to layout, finishes and furniture selection. The workspace is designed to be a living mosaic, representing the diversity of the community. The arrival space features large scale graphics by indigenous artists Dennis Golding and Dakota Campbell-Page.

Inspiration was also drawn from Sydney’s natural and built heritage to create a refined palette of natural materials that complement Parkline Place’s architectural bronze and sandstone elements.

Features such as cork walls bring warmth and character to gathering spaces, while the blue gradient of the central stairway, inspired by the rhythms of Australia’s waterways, acts as a community-building element, encouraging spontaneous interaction and connection across all levels.