St John’s Grammar School – Centre for Education, Art & Technology Precinct

Working in close collaboration with DesignInc and St John’s Grammar School, PT Design played an integral role in the design and delivery of these landmark buildings. With construction divided into two stages and the site located within an operational school environment, the consultant team carefully considered the implications of building works on daily school operations. This required a thoughtful approach to design, staging, and safety to ensure minimal disruption while maintaining the highest standards of quality and functionality.

Stage One – Arts and Technology Buildings

The initial stage of development comprised single-storey buildings dedicated to Arts and Technology education. The structural system featured conventional slab-on-ground construction with masonry veneer framing hiding a structural steel framing supporting the roof structures. The design focused on adaptability and integration with the school’s existing infrastructure and landscape.

Stage Two – Centre for Education

Stage Two introduced a prominent two-storey Centre for Education, forming a contemporary learning hub at the heart of the campus.

Key structural components include:

• Raft Footing System: Providing uniform load distribution and addressing site-specific geotechnical conditions.
• Reinforced Concrete Shear Walls: Concrete-filled reinforced block walls deliver both lateral and vertical support, enhancing seismic and wind resistance.
• Concrete Columns: Strategically placed to support a reinforced concrete two-way flat slab at the upper level, offering a flexible, column-free layout ideal for educational spaces.
• Structural Steel Roof Framing: Supporting lightweight roofing, providing large span for open spaces and integrating feature architectural elements.
• Facade Screens: Architecturally expressed steel and concrete elements enhance both function and form.
• Concrete Linkways: Elevated walkways at the first-floor level establish direct connections between the new and existing buildings, improving circulation and campus cohesion.

This stage integrates advanced structural solutions with architectural expression, fostering a collaborative, modern educational environment.