02 Sep 2024
#CULTURE + LIFESTYLE
Overview
The Aigantighe House Gallery is currently undergoing a seismic upgrade to enable the continued use of the space for an art gallery and allow public access to the building again.
Project Update
- External Scaffold at roof removed.
- Painting exterior at 80%
- Internal fitout at 70%
- External scaffold removal started.
- Mechanical fitout continues.
Project Risks
- Stress rod installation. Potential failyure of procedure require a new design approach.
Project Timeline
| Activity | Key Date |
|---|---|
| Interior and exerior painting complete | 30 August 24 |
| Seismic strengthening works complete | 2 September 24 |
| Full scaffold removal | 23 August 24 |
| Commissioning and defect rectification | 24 September 24 |
Financial Information
- Project Budget: $3.7m
- Project spend to 13 Aug: $2m
- Construction contract spend to 14 Aug: $1.6m
Items dating back to 1918 found behind fire surround.
