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Sydney Modern

Art Gallery of NSW / City of Sydney, Australia

The Sydney Modern Project expansion to the Art Gallery of NSW fulfils the Gallery’s need for more space for art whilst also respecting and amplifying public use of the surrounding landscape, retaining and celebrating significant trees and enhancing the accessibility of the precinct. The Landscape design includes a number of publicly accessible outdoor spaces that will allow for the display and enjoyment of art, including a public art garden, entry plaza, courtyards and three accessible roof terraces. A network of eight unique landscape spaces have been developed reflecting the Australian landscape through the use of native planting and existing topography.

The Sydney Modern will become a globally-linked cultural campus in an urban nexus that respects and creatively engages with the living heritage of the site. Interior spaces merge seamlessly with exterior zones, while the overall layout echoes the contours of the land. The arrangement of the new buildings will increase public accessibility through the space resulting in a new collaborative cultural landscape for the public to experience and enjoy art.(Image of Sydney Modern Project as produced by Kazuyo Sejima + Ryue Nishizawa / SANAA © Art Gallery of New South Wales)

 

Year

2022

Site Area

3.2 ha

Services

  • Art Installation
  • Environmental Footprinting
  • Heritage
  • Landscape Master Plan
  • Open Space
  • Public Art
  • Public Domain Strategy
  • Tourism
  • Visual Analysis
  • Waterfront
  • Water Sensitive Urban Design [WSUD]

Collaborators

  • SANAA
  • Arup

Awards

  • 2023 Sulman Medal for Public Architecture - Australian Institute of Architects, NSW
  • 2022 Civic Landscape Award - Australian Institute of Landscape Architects, NSW (AILA)
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A detailed aerial site plan of a modern multi-building complex with surrounding greenery and pathways. The left section features a large central structure, while the right includes play areas, gardens, and circular pathways. Different zones are outlined in red, yellow, and blue, reflecting Sydney's vibrant spirit.
Aerial view of a modern architectural complex surrounded by greenery, set against a backdrop of Sydney's high-rise buildings. The structure features multiple glass facades, landscaped rooftops, and curved walkways, blending contemporary design with natural elements.
Aerial view of the Sydney Modern Project, an expansion of the Art Gallery of New South Wales, showcasing contemporary architectural design with rooftop terraces and green spaces. The iconic Sydney Harbour Bridge and Sydney Opera House enhance the breathtaking backdrop.
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A cityscape view from a park with lush greenery in the foreground and a modern building with a rooftop garden. The background features Sydney's tall buildings under a partly cloudy sky. Paths and railings are visible among the greenery.
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A man in a black suit and a woman in a white dress are sitting and conversing on modern, abstract stone benches in an outdoor area of Sydney, surrounded by greenery and sculptures. The benches and sculptures have an artistic, face-like design.
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Top-down view of a lush garden in Sydney, featuring several tall ferns and various green plants. A winding, light tan path snakes through the greenery. Part of a modern wooden structure is in the forefront, contrasting with the vibrant plant life.
A view through a tall glass window shows a green rooftop garden with lush vegetation in modern Sydney. In the distance, an urban landscape with buildings under a partly cloudy sky is visible. Sunlight filters through the clouds, casting shadows on the interior floor.
An urban landscape view featuring a rooftop garden with lush greenery in the foreground. The background showcases a mix of modern and older buildings, reminiscent of Sydney's skyline, with blue sky and scattered clouds above.
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