Retail First aimed to expand and upgrade Sunnybank Hills Shopping Centre’s food court to boost dining appeal. We transformed the space with skylights, glazing, and warm decor, creating a vibrant, light-filled atmosphere. Delivered in stages, we ensured uninterrupted operation, enhancing the shopping experience.
Refurbishment
Live retail environment
Capabilities
ConstructionRefurbishment
Engagement Type
Lump Sum
Sector
Hospitality
Retail
Subsector
Food Courts
Restaurants
Shopping Centres
Specialty
Live EnvironmentOccupied Space
Team
Warrin Orman
The Brief
Retail First wanted to expand and upgrade the food court at Sunnybank Hills Shopping Centre. Their proposed plan would involve extensive demolitions of existing facilities that would make space for five new tenancies, two kiosks and a variety of decorative upgrades. By improving the aesthetic and atmospheric appeal, Retail First aimed to encourage more shoppers to dine in the food court.
Our contribution
To bring Retail First’s vision to life, we demolished a service corridor, two tenancies, an amenities block, and an external concrete wall. Despite these extensive works, our team ensured minimal disruption, keeping the shopping centre and food court operational. We added glazed wall panels with aluminium sun hoods for natural light, upgraded the handrails to meet compliance, and installed planter boxes, new furnishings, and lighting.
The remarkable project outcome
Our team successfully delivered Retail First’s brief on-time, within budget. The upgraded food court now offers a welcoming atmosphere, featuring timber joinery and warm lighting that invites shoppers to relax and dine. With updated kiosks and decorative elements, the space has become a modern, attractive destination for visitors throughout the centre.