AUGUST 2024 only 20 people working on the site compared to 900 people at its peak. Now there are over 1,000 workers on that site. They’ve expanded the old glass works next door with retail, adding another 11,000 square metres of floor space. The UDIA Award was based on those two sites together: an area known as ‘Pivot City’. “It’s become sort of a university campus for professionals, and people love working there,” Cameron notes. “We host a lot of events to encourage communication and collaboration between the businesses on-site. Winning the top urban renewal award in Australia is something we’re very proud of. It’s a badge of honor that shows we deliver on what we promise, and this award is proof of that.” Improvements to these heritage structures have also enabled the Hamilton Group to enhance their sustainability efforts. “We always make sure we have the best internet, and we prioritize good roof space for solar,” says Cameron. Currently, up to 40% of the power used at their sites is generated on-site. Solar panels are particularly effective in commercial environments because the energy is consumed right where it’s produced. This approach not only reduces their carbon footprint but also aligns with their commitment to modernizing these historic properties in a way that’s environmentally responsible. “A lot of the buildings we look at, their future is in demolition, so we see the benefit in reusing as much as we can, instead of starting and building something fresh,” says Cameron. “That’s our main green initiative. The benefit of the environment outweighs other things that could happen to the PHONE / 0411955839 - CHRIS STERN 3/6 BONEYARDS AVE TORQUAY 3228 Design and construct projects Supporter of the Hamilton Group and their major projects for the last 10 years 35 years of experience in the industry > > > Refrigeration Trading Authorisation No 28647 Refrigerant Handling Licence No L103768
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