Project overview

Client

Oakhill College

Architect

BVN

Builder

FDC

Status

Complete

Year

2023

Value

$35M

Location

Castle Hill, NSW

The Oakhill College extension features the remarkable Innovation Hub and Hilltop Precinct, which offers cutting-edge educational facilities for the whole school community.

DCWC is proud to have provided full-service Quantity Surveying services throughout the project, from master planning through to the Defects Liability period.

The project transformed the campus, featuring the re-landscaping of the Hilltop Precinct into a central hub for learning and collaboration. Teaching spaces now open onto a vibrant central learning precinct, connecting all buildings with covered walkways, new hard surfaces, green areas, and ramped access to lower levels. Outdoor collaboration and learning spaces have been integrated into the landscaping, enhancing the overall campus experience.

A standout feature is the new three-storey Innovation Hub, a 4200m2 mass timber structure designed with Passivhaus principles. This cutting-edge facility offers 16 new General Learning Spaces across three levels, including Fabrication and Wet Labs on every floor, computer labs, preparation areas, and a staff room. It also includes a large undercover open space for student use, supporting flexible learning and social opportunities.

DCWC was instrumental in managing the early procurement of a timber specialist to mitigate risks associated with importing the mass timber components, ensuring seamless delivery of the hybrid construction strategy. From pre-contract planning to post-contract services, DCWC played a critical role in delivering this innovative project that expands Oakhill College’s technology and learning offerings.

MartinSiegner_BVN-Oakhill-Innovation-Hub_169_LOWRES
Image credit: Martin Siegner
MartinSiegner_BVN-Oakhill-Innovation-Hub_135_LOWRES
Image credit: Martin Siegner
MartinSiegner_BVN-Oakhill-Innovation-Hub_130_LOWRES
Image credit: Martin Siegner
MartinSiegner_BVN-Oakhill-Innovation-Hub_004_LOWRES
Image credit: Martin Siegner
MartinSiegner_BVN-Oakhill-Innovation-Hub_022_LOWRES
Image credit: Martin Siegner
MartinSiegner_BVN-Oakhill-Innovation-Hub_035_LOWRES

Image credit: Martin Siegner

View our recent Education Projects and learn more about our Quantity Surveying services.

Explore Related Projects

Kedron State High School's new PAC

Kedron State High School's new Performing Arts Centre, designed to enhance music and arts educa...

Brighton Grammar School's Science Centre

Brighton Grammar School has unveiled The Duigan Centre, a state-of-the-art facility dedicated t...

Darlington Public School

Darlington Public School redefines modern education spaces. DCWC proudly delivered extensive Qu...

Danebank Anglican School for Girls

The Anglican Schools Corporation engaged DCWC to provide Quantity Surveying services for the re...

Lycée Condorcet de Sydney

DCWC delivered expert Quantity Surveying for Lycée Condorcet de Sydney’s expansion, ensuring co...

School Infrastructure NSW

DCWC is delighted to continue our strong partnership with Schools Infrastructure NSW as part of...