PHIVE, Parramatta Civic Hub

Location: Parramatta, New South Wales

Architect: DesignInc NSW

Fabricator: Rest Interior

Builder: Built Australia

Images: Brett Boardman Photography

Application: Extensive Internal wall panels with hidden doors, joinery, main reception areas, Public art area (engraved mural)

🏆 Staron Design Award Winner 2024: Commercial Category

Staron was selected for this project due to its durability and low-maintenance qualities, which are essential in high-traffic spaces. Additionally, its translucent properties aligned perfectly with the project’s design aesthetic. Staron brings a striking visual element to the project, with backlit panels creating an impressive welcome for visitors. A large reception counter, created from Staron Dazzling White, serves as a prominent landmark within the foyer, seamlessly transitioning into a dynamic mural from the main desk. The ‘Waves of People’ mural, is a backlit installation that tells the stories of immigrants and Indigenous communities who have shaped Parramatta’s vibrant culture over time. Phive is more than just a library. Designed by DesignInc in collaboration with Manuelle Gautrand and Lacoste+Stevenson, this project emerged as the winner of an international design competition to create a new city landmark—a place for locals and visitors to meet, discover, learn, and connect.

In 2024, Phive was awarded the Australian Library and Information Association’s Public Library Award in the Large Category. Though modest in scale compared to its towering neighbours, the building commands attention with its striking design and thoughtful architectural details.
A true civic landmark in the heart of Sydney, the restored Parramatta Town Hall—reopened 140 years after its original debut in 1883—balances sensitivity with modernity, remaining a key gathering place for the community.

Staron was also used for wall cladding, shelving display cabinets, and other joinery throughout the project. We are thrilled to see Staron play a role in this inspiring space.

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