PTW Architects Studio, Aurora Place
A flexible, creative workspace in a sculptural Sydney icon
10am–4pm
About the building
Commissioned by Lendlease to celebrate the Sydney 2000 Olympic Games, Aurora Place is a distinctive, sculptural landmark that transformed the Sydney skyline. Renowned Italian architect Renzo Piano designed the 41-storey tower that unfurls like a sail towards the sky. In 2023, Cox Architecture refurbished the ground-floor lobby and external piazza while retaining its original spirit and identity.
Located on level 11 of Aurora Place, PTW Architects’ studio showcases the company’s philosophy of implementing flexible, collaborative spaces that nurture the creative process. The kit-of-parts design supports diverse and versatile work settings, and the multipurpose lobby offers stunning views over the Royal Botanic Garden and Sydney Harbour.
PTW Architects’ legacy dates to 1889, when James Peddle established the practice, later inviting Samuel Thorp and Ernest Walker to join him as partners and thereby forming Peddle Thorp & Walker. The architecture and interior design firm is dedicated to improving people’s lives by making better places and is the original architect or later architect for a number of buildings that are part of Sydney Open 2025.
Talks, tours and more
Built
2000
Architect
Renzo Piano Building Workshop
Alterations
PTW Architects, 2017; Cox Architecture, 2023
Awards
International Design Awards – Honourable Mention, 2017; Interior Design, Honourable Mention, 2017
Australian Interior Design Awards – Workplace Design, Shortlisted, 2017IDEA Awards – Workplace under 1,000sqm, Shortlisted, 2017
IDEA Awards – Workplace under 1,000sqm, Shortlisted, 2017
Australian Institute of Architects NSW Architecture Awards – Sulman Medal for Public Architecture, 2004
Australian Institute of Architects National Architecture Awards – Commercial Architecture; National Jury Award, 2004
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PTW Architects Studio, Aurora Place
Level 11, 88 Phillip Street, Sydney
Entry details
Ground-floor lobby and piazza, and PTW Architects office on level 11
10am–4pm
3.30pm
Talks, tours and more
Need to know
Accessible featuresThe building is accessible and there is lift access to level 11. Accessible toilets are available on level 11
Toilets availablePhotography allowedFood and drink availableCafe
