The late Harry Seidler contributed to the Australian architectural vernacular in a way few others have (or will) as he helped bring the principles of Modernism to our shores. His buildings now grace the skylines of most Australian capitals, but it’s in Sydney where he left his greatest impression. When Right Angle were approached to help turn his 1988 commercial masterpiece, Grosvenor Place, into a building fit for the future of work, we knew that honouring his craft was non-negotiable.

We started by understanding the building as it stood, with our researchers moving in to heatmap the site, documenting its ebbs and flows across the day. Over the course of a 12-week program, we worked alongside the building owners and existing tenants to produce an Enhancement Opportunity Report for Grosvenor Place, which identified six areas of focus across the iconic building. The report addressed the optimal retail mix for the external piazza, suggested solutions for a more productive common area and ultimately concluded with a “less is more” approach for a building that has long been considered a pillar for the business community.