INFRASTRUCTURE

W W W. J A C K S O N T E E C E . C O M
JACKSON TEECE
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Long considered to be the preserve of engineers, the design of

major infrastructure works is now recognised to need the design
skills of architects and urban designers. Over recent years we
have worked closely with public authorities, design engineers and
contractors on major projects in New South Wales, Queensland,
the Northern Territory and the Australian Capital Territory.
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What we offer
Jackson Teece’s design philosophy is based on the interconnected
activities of research, collaboration and innovation. Our long-
standing experience in multi-disciplinary design well positions us
to understand the significance of varying contexts and specific
engineering, safety and maintenance issues together with budget
implications.

–– This enables us to deliver a robust solution that is:

–– A good fit with their physical and cultural contexts
–– ‘Best for Project’
–– Value for money
–– A positive contribution to the surrounding community
–– An interesting and safe user experience

We actively seek to collaborate and develop networks which

incorporate specific areas of expertise appropriate to each
individual project. The practice and our individual staff members
embrace collaboration, evolution and change.
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We collaborate with a
diverse range of people
in the process of design
which is reflected in
the robust nature of our
ideas

Approach to design
Each project we undertake begins with the consideration of both 05
the essential and the potential.

The essential is constituted by our client’s brief, engineering and

maintenance requirements, the work programme and statutory
codes directing performance. Beyond the essential lie design
possibilities which are dictated by the physical and cultural context
and the specific design challenge.

The test of innovation is ’What is Best for Project’? A design

proposition gains strength and authenticity through its sensitivity
to place - both physical and cultural. All of our design ideas are
underpinned by place-making through the considerations of
climatic, social, cultural and environmental factors.

Jackson Teece uses sophisticated modelling technology which

enables us to ‘drive through’ and experience our designs. This
enables us to develop a highly-refined solution to all of the major
components of urban design.

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Each project begins Our Strengths

Our key strengths in the area of infrastructure-related urban 09
with the consideration design are a result of our long-standing experience in working with
of both the essential the private and public sectors in the fields of structural and civil

and the potential engineering, landscape architecture, geotechnology, drainage,

traffic and safety, maintenance and construction. Based on the
objectives, expectations and context of each project, we are able
to effectively crystallise the appropriate design approach that will
guide the aesthetics of the project.

Our clients acknowledge Jackson Teece for our high standard

of professionalism in delivering results which meet stakeholder
objectives and provide a high quality of design.

We effectively manage the delivery process to enable a

collaborative development of design with other disciplines and to
achieve key milestones in the project programme.
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Services
We have experience across a range of project stages including:
–– Route selection
–– Design options studies
–– Urban design and visual impact analysis
–– Concept and detail design
–– Construction supervision
–– Design Guidelines
–– Master Plans
–– Feasibility studies
–– Design and Construction review

Teamwork
We collaborate with a diverse range of disciplines and professionals
in our design process and this is reflected in the well-informed and
robust nature of our ideas. Ultimately our goal is to deliver a design
that supports our clients’ endeavours and contributes positively to
the fabric of the broader community.

We are committed to an integrated design culture that will add

value to our clients’ objectives and resolve issues based on the
demands of the project context, the technology available and target
cost.
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Alliance Experience
Jackson Teece has extensive experience in working within an
Alliance form of Contract.
Our involvement ranges from a strong contribution to the Alliance
process in developing the overall design, establishing targets and
Key Performance Indicators for assessment, Agency approvals and
working within an integrated team environment towards a common
goal.
In addition, we work closely with the Community Liaison teams in
developing consultation material and presenting the design to the
community.
Our experience allows us to assist in achieving value for
money due to our understanding of the budget implications of
design decisions. It also enables us to contribute to identifying
opportunities to refine the overall design, particularly in relation to
structures, cut and fill and landscaping.
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Presentation Material and Graphics
Jackson Teece has an in-house graphics department which
enables us to produce high-quality display materials and models.
3D modelling – or architectural realisation – has a significant role
in the success of a project as this design tool transforms concepts
or plans into an immediate visual representation of the finished
structure. This enables stakeholders to view the project design
externally and internally, from different angles, and in a variety
of colour schemes, through image representations, animated
sequences and virtual tours.
When used in Community Consultation, a digital or hand illustration
of the finished building makes it easier for non-industry people and
professionals alike to understand the proposal.
Nadira Yapa
associate / urban design
Nadira is a senior urban designer co-responsible for leading our
urban design and infrastructure team. She has particular interests
in public transport-related urban design and environmentally
sustainable design. She has studied the award-winning transport
and city planning in Curitiba, Brazil and Transit Oriented
Developments in 6 cities in the USA. She is an experienced
project team leader, having successfully delivered many projects,
such as the urban and landscape design components of major
infrastructure projects and the master plans for Greenfield
and Urban Regeneration sites. Nadira also has architectural
qualifications and has experience in the Asia Pacific region, Europe
and South America. She is an Accredited Green Star Professional
with the Green Building Council of Australia.
Trevor Williams
Associate
Trevor has delivered a wide range of urban design and
architectural projects applying his lateral thinking and design skills.
Significant urban design- infrastructure projects include the Lane
Cove Tunnel, the Cross City Tunnel in Sydney, the Parramatta
Railway Station Interchange, Parramatta Mall, the Liverpool to
Parramatta Transitway and the Western Sydney Transitway.
David Chesterman
A founding partner of the practice, David provides peer review
on all Infrastructure projects. As an architect and planner, David
has been responsible for a wide range of projects for local and
state governments and private sector clients, in the areas of
infrastructure and transport planning. David has been extensively
involved in the urban design of major road networks in Sydney and
NSW.
Michael Bennett
Senior Architect/Planner
has a particular focus on the urban design impacts of major
infrastructure projects, the integration of new residential projects
into their contexts and masterplanning for educational and
community facilities. He is also a well-known Illustrator and his
artwork has been a useful tool in negotiating successful community
outcomes.
Damian Barker
Design director
Damian leads the practice’s multiple design architectural and
urban design teams. His experience includes over 20 years in
architecture and has led him to work in Asia, Europe and Australia.
He established working relationships with Ken Yeang in Malaysia
and Phillip Robert in Paris in the 1990s. As a student he graduated
with the top award for a student (RAIA Sliver medal) and continued
to win architectural awards, most notably for projects that expelled
in ESD.
Damian has used his skills to assist the inner city community in
which he and his family live and is experienced as a community
consultant. He established the JT office in Brisbane office after
winning the international competition for South Point at South Bank
valued at over $400m.
He has continued to the RAIA and his work has been published
in numerous journals. Damian is committed to his client and
architecture.
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 For more information on any of the projects in this document, or to
discuss a business opportunity, please contact Ms. Nadira Yapa
Associate Director of Jackson Teece.

phone 02 9290 2722

email nyapa@jacksonteece.com
mobile 0411 572 471

01 Lane Cove Tunnel, ventilation stack elevation 09 Lane Cove Tunnel, tunnel construction photo
Sydney, NSW Sydney, NSW

02 Tungun bridge noise wall concept design 10 Northwest Transitway, noise walls
Northwest Sydney, NSW

03 Northwest Transitway Tunnel, entry photo 11 Parramatta Interchange Cross Section

Northwest Sydney, NSW

04 Lane Cove Tunnel, control building 12 Hume Highway Northern Alliance

Sydney, NSW Bridge Pier Design
Wagga Wagga, NSW
05 Redfern Station, Interior space
13 Cross City Tunnel, cross section
Sydney, NSW
06 Parramatta Interchange Concept Sketch
14 Eastern Distributor, view of the tunnel entry
Sydney, NSW
07 Northwest Transitway, Abbot Road cutting
Northwest Sydney, NSW 15 Northwest Transitway, bridge construction photo
Northwest Sydney, NSW
08 Artwork on Noisewalls
Blacktown, NSW