A luxury retro-fit of the heritage-listed, Royal Edward Victualing Yard, The REVY is one of the most iconic and exclusive addresses in Australia, a luxury residential complex with royal heritage located in Darling Island, Pyrmont, Sydney. The project was commissioned by Aqualand, with architecture by PTW architects. The REVY is scheduled for completion in 2020.

Size: 2,260m2
Budget: $75,000,000
Scope: Concept Design, Development Application, Detail Documentation, Construction

1. The rooftop terrace features intimate garden spaces and vistas (above left)
2. The city context
3. Landscape concept for the entry forecourt

Landscape Msterplan by 360 for REVY and the adjacent site

Jones Bay maritime heritage

The rooftop landscape and pool concept

360 Degrees_The Revy_19.jpg — This Darling Island wharf echoes with stories that draw deeply on the city’s identity.

Design Statement

Originally designed by architect Walter Liberty Vernon in 1912, the REVY was the only military research lab in the country, with most of its work highly classified. The lab eventually became part of the Navy’s weapons system research facility and was the site for anti-terrorism evacuation and emergency exercises in the preparation for the 2000 Sydney Olympics, until finally closing its doors in 2008.

Following the purchase of the site by Aqualand, 360 Degrees were commissioned in collaboration with PTW Architects and Design 5 Architects for the evolution of this site into premium residence.

The buildings rich heritage is preserved and celebrated, deliberate modern interventions are balanced with historic materials and detail. The building is gated by a split face bluestone wall and palisade fence which belies the private courtyard gardens composed of lush Sydney natives and ancient tree ferns. Crowned by its rooftop terrace, the majesty of the harbour is captured from an elevated deck with pocketed spaces for respite, entertainment and seclusion.