Dating back to the early 19th century, this building was originally a base for the Submarine Mining Corps guarding Sydney Harbour. Today, under the custodianship of the Sydney Harbour Federation Trust, it houses the Sydney Institute of Marine Science (SIMS), a collaborative research hub bringing together experts from four NSW universities and state and federal agencies. Multidisciplinary teams investigate climate change and urbanisation, pioneer eco-engineering and habitat restoration, and explore sustainable ocean resources and management—turning a historic site into a living hub of scientific innovation.
Asentis was engaged to deliver the balustrading works as part of a major upgrade that transformed the historic site into a world-class research facility. Stainless steel bollards were installed to extend the contemporary aesthetic throughout the grounds, complementing the fresh, modern design introduced to this heritage building.
Inside, stainless steel balustrades with cable infills were fitted to the interior stairwell, echoing the clean, modern lines envisioned by Eeles Trelease. The integration of heritage architecture and contemporary finishes creates an inspiring environment where researchers can collaborate, innovate, and explore solutions to the complex marine challenges of today, bridging the building’s rich history with its scientific future.
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