South Lawn Steps

The north-west corner of the South Lawn Steps was originally designed by Rayment and Associate Landscape Architects (RALA) and constructed in 1973. Over the course of 50 years, the condition of the area (structure and surfaces) deteriorated and many areas do not now comply with modern safety standards.

Hatz was asked to upgrade the  structures and floor finishes, including brick pavers and bluestone treads, as well as to design new handrails and tactile indicators to bring the entire area up to DDA standards.

Hatz worked closely with Outlines landscape architects to ensure that new hardscape retained its relationship with its natural surrounding as intended in the original design concept by RALA.

Overview

Client: University of Melbourne
Location: South Lawn Steps, University of Melbourne, Parkville campus
Type: Hard Landscape Urban Design
Role: Principal Consultant
Scope of work: Full Services
Budget & size: $400,000 ex GST - 680m2
Completed: April 2022

Team

Hatz: Steve Hatzellis, Shenia Lay, Kyle Liu
Project Management: UOM Capital Works Project Management and Delivery
Consultant Engineers: TD&C Pty Ltd & Outlines Landscape Architects
Building Surveyor: Design Guide Building Surveyors
Head Contractor: PTA Landscapes Pty Ltd
Photographer: HATZ