Siena College,
Convent Redevelopment
Siena College
Camberwell VIC, in Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung country
2019
$1.5m contract value
Continuing our longstanding relationship with Siena College, WRA were engaged to redevelop the 1939 Convent and Cloister building which forms the main entrance and administrative centre of the school.
The project scope involved Improving the accessibility to the convent building and relocating the front door of the college. Facilities comprise reception with waiting areas and interview room, Principal, PA and Deputy Principals’ offices, heritage room and board room function spaces, and staff amenities.
Photos: Gallant Lee
“‘I valued the relationships established, the generous commitment of time and investment in the College.
In particular, I valued their creative ideas and design, the sensitive treatment of an old building and their engagement with stakeholders throughout the process. Their generous commitment to the education of young women via a collaborative project offered pro bono was exceptional and greatly appreciated. The projects undertaken exceeded expectations and resulted in wonderful spaces for students and staff to learn and teach in and for the community to gather in.
They were responsive to the College’s needs and budget and their expertise and investment in the projects undertaken resulted in an exceptional Student Centre and a beautifully refurbished Convent.’
– Gaynor Robson-Garth, Principal, Siena College ”
