At 42 storeys high, Atlassian Central will be the world’s tallest hybrid timber building upon completion. Designed for 50% less upfront embodied carbon and operating on 100% renewables, Atlassian Central will be home to over 5000 workers and over 450 hotel guests. Inside, innovative climatic engineering and expansive, naturally ventilated parks will breathe life into the building, delivering class-leading energy savings and setting a new standard for occupant well-being.

The first five storeys of the tower will house the new YHA Central, a 137-room hotel that supports the digital nomad and curious traveller. The integration of the YHA and public realm retail spaces at lower and upper podium levels will encourage a lively and dynamic atmosphere for hotel guests, workers and commuters alike.

Located at Central Station, the new wider precinct will benefit from unbeatable access to multiple modes of public transport, cycle paths and pedestrian access. This high level of multimodal accessibility is a key factor to the success of any tech precinct.

The Atlassian development sits at the critical intersection of the Devonshire Tunnel, new Metro linkages and Central’s Third Square. The project team has worked extensively with Transport for NSW, adjacent landowners, the City of Sydney, Heritage NSW and the NSW Dept Planning, Industry & Environment to ensure all aspects of the precinct are considered in the design and public realm. 

View from public square.

The Atlassian project sits within a heritage-rich context 

A considered Designing with Country strategy has been applied throughout the project's design and development. The design seeks to reset the balance between indigenous, colonial and migrant histories, and bring a unique First Nations perspective to sustainable design.

The Parcels Shed 

1: Photograph from Central Station showing Inwards Parcels Shed, (left) and Parcels Post Office (Centre) c. 1910s

2. Dismantling of the parcels shed which will be refurbished and reinstalled.