Faculty of Science and Engineering Refurbishment, Millar Building, Sustainable Project, Education Building
Millar Building at Macquarie University, Sydney
Macquarie University Science and Engineering Building – design by NBRS Architecture
20 Sep 2017
Miller Building Refurbishment
Architects: NBRS Architecture

Location: Sydney, Australia
Retrofit for the Future

NBRSARCHITECTURE have transformed one of the oldest structures on Macquarie University?s campus ? the Faculty of Science and Engineering?s Millar building on Wally?s Walk.

The vision for the refurbishment was to create an energy and space efficient contemporary workspace that encourages collaboration whilst respecting the historical, social and aesthetic significance of the building.
By revitalising the existing fabric NBRS enhanced the appearance of the building, improved street presence and created a sense of arrival to the University?s main courtyard.

A new bright and airy 3 storey glazed atrium provides a physical link between the 8 storey Millar (E7A) building and the adjacent E7B. The atrium is activated with a café and provides space for individual research as well as promoting the chance encounter and collaborative learning.

To help support the University?s One Planet ecological footprint target, sustainability was key to the project. Retention of the existing façade significantly reduced carbon impact, high performance glazing has reduced solar heat gain and the use of natural ventilati...