Northern Memorial Park Depot

The design and construction of the depot were a blend of innovation and practicality. The ground floor provides vehicle parking, workshops, and storage, while Level 1 accommodates offices, meeting rooms, collaboration spaces, and a lunchroom. Additionally, the depot features external works, including hardstands, paving, landscaping, a new vehicle and pedestrian bridge across Campbellfield Creek, and parking areas for staff and managers.

The project stands out for its use of engineered timber, with 20 glulam timber (GLT) trusses forming the backbone of the structure. Each truss is unique, with varying heights and configurations, and houses offices between the lower and upper chords, creating functional and visually striking spaces. To enhance the open, collaborative environment, cross-laminated timber (CLT) slabs with custom-designed openings provide a clear visual connection between the floors, reinforcing the sense of community in the workspace.

To ensure the structure’s stability, Building Engineering collaborated with Ergodomus Timber Engineering, holding regular cross-continental meetings to align on complex design elements. The building’s bracing system, composed of steel rods, provides robust lateral support against wind and seismic forces, while custom slotted steel plates and hidden steel connections maintain both the structural integrity and the aesthetic appeal of the timber.

Completed in November 2024, the NMP Depot showcases Building Engineering’s commitment to sustainability, innovation, and precision engineering, delivering a state-of-the-art facility for GMCT’s future operations.