Lendlease – TL Robertson Library Renovation

Constructive PD was responsible for the complete design, engineering, fabrication, and installation of the external cladding and curtain wall for the recently renovated TL Robertson Library at Curtin University. The project transformed the library into a modern hub with state-of-the-art learning facilities and a refreshed exterior, while paying homage to its original brutalist architecture.

About the role

This project involved a full-service approach, from initial design and engineering through to fabrication and installation, ensuring seamless coordination and execution. The renovation incorporated raw materials, including the distinctive Redcore steel perforated curtain wall on the service tower, blending modern solutions with respect for the building’s architectural history.

Key Highlights

• Design and Construction Expertise: Managed the entire process, from design and engineering to fabrication and installation, ensuring seamless coordination.
• Perforated Redcore Steel Curtain Wall: Installed Redcore steel perforated curtain walls, adding both functional and aesthetic value while honoring the building’s brutalist roots.
• Modern Learning Spaces: Transformed the library into a contemporary student hub with facilities that complement the refreshed exterior.
• Collaboration with Lendlease: Worked closely with Lendlease to overcome renovation challenges and deliver a high-quality project meeting all architectural and functional requirements.

Challenges

• Unique Material Selection: Required innovative design and engineering to integrate raw materials like Redcore steel into the existing structure.
• Renovation Complexities: Managed logistics of modernizing the building while preserving its original architectural character.
• Seamless Execution: Demanded careful planning and precise coordination for the complex scope of designing, engineering, and installing the external cladding and curtain wall.