Ayers Rock Resort, Ayers Rock NT
Commissioned by the Ayers Rock Resort Corporation, urban design architecture, interior design and graphic design services were provided for a comprehensive redevelopment of this central Australia resort.
The project involved the upgrade of the existing Sails in the Desert Hotel and Desert Gardens Hotel, and development and expansion of the retail area and staff facilities.
The retail precinct upgrade included refurbishment of retail outlets and the public square, conversion of the existing tavern into the popular Gecko’s Café, new retail shops and a tourist information centre.
The ‘Ulura Meeting Place’ a new 300 seat conference centre was provided with state of the art presentation facilities. Resident accommodation was upgraded and expanded with the additional of 44 staff houses. Residents were also provided with a new club and recreation centre.