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includes our Chief Executive Officer and senior executives .”
Design excellence With decades of design and build experience , John Holland recognised 1PSQ ’ s ability to represent the best Western Sydney University has to offer when it comes to attracting the best students . “ One design element of particular interest is the teaching studios ,” Olsen explains . “ There are four advanced learning spaces across the teaching levels . They each feature a lectern with touch screen and camera technology , as well as televisions at each desk . Students sit around the desks and can see and hear what is being discussed . People will also be able to interact remotely via these devices .”
John Holland has also utilised the latest technological advances to deliver the project on time and on budget – perhaps the best example of this is its use of specialist software . By deploying building information modelling ( BIM ) software , designers involved in the construction project have been able to work concurrently and collaborate in real time .
Having the winning combination of talent , technology , and design prowess , John Holland has been able to deliver a truly stunning project that students will marvel at for decades to come – all while ensuring that a building of this size has a positive social and environmental impact . Olsen concludes : “ 1PSQ is the first step in the revitalisation of Parramatta ’ s CBD , creating new public spaces as part of a vibrant city centre . It will bring students to the area and create a ‘ buzz ’ with the associated retail space .” www . johnholland . com . au 133