The first 3D-fly-through animation of the new Powerhouse Parramatta building has been unveiled – revealing an immersive digital space and rooftop garden.
The animation brings to life the architectural features of the design by Paris-based Moreau Kusunoki and Sydney-based architectural practice Genton.
It illustrates the ambition and capacity of the museum, including Australia’s largest exhibition space, designed to support large-scale exhibitions and featuring a 55-metre-operable facade that connects with the public domain.
An immersive digital space will set a new benchmark for large-scale digital experiences in Australia. An expansive rooftop garden and pavilion featuring productive gardens will connect communities with First Nations and agricultural science programs.
Powerhouse Parramatta will feature seven presentation spaces of international museum standard that will support a dynamic, changing exhibition program showcasing the Powerhouse collection, tell local stories that reflect the cultural diversity of western Sydney and present exclusive international exhibitions.
World-class education and community programs will engage and reflect Australia’s First Nations communities and create pathways for young people into STEM education and employment.
With more than 18,000 square metres of public and exhibition space, Powerhouse Parramatta will be the largest museum in NSW.
Powerhouse Parramatta site activities are well underway by main works contractor Lendlease, including earthworks, service diversions and foundations, in preparation for the building structure to commence later in 2022.
Ellie Busby is a news reporter for Western Sydney Publishing Group. A graduate of the University of Hertfordshire and Western Sydney University, she is a journalism Major. Ellie has worked with Universal Media, The Cova Project and for a range of other organisations. In 2024, Ellie was named Young Writer of the Year at the Mumbrella Publish Awards.