Penrith Regional Gallery Capital Works and Heritage Conservation Project
Project Summary
The Capital Works & Heritage Conservation project undertook the integrated re-development and conservation of the historic Penrith Regional Gallery & The Lewers Bequest. The project, designed by Australian architect Andrew Andersons, delivered a range of new building additions - as well as conserving heritage buildings, gardens and artworks. The project, beautiful in form, rigorous in aesthetic integrity and sensitive in execution - has increased the operational function and heritage significance of the Gallery and its site. The original buildings and gardens (and artworks) are of great cultural significance – and sensitivity. Importantly, the project (at all times sympathetic to the fragile nature of the site), has added another layer of fine architectural presence. Guided by a specially commissioned Heritage Garden Conservation Development and Management Plan, a comprehensive range of conservation works (within the capital works program) has restored the Gallery’s celebrated heritage gardens to pristine condition and artistic integrity.
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The house bequeathed by the Lewers, part of the Penrith Regional Gallery.
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Path to the main entrance, beautifully lit up at night.
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The Main gallery of the Penrith Regional Gallery
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The Gallery at twilight.
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