Great civic, public and cultural spaces help create communities, contributing to identity and a sense of place. Participating in civic projects that promote learning, living and working, is an opportunity for our team to help enrich the local community and economy.
CAA Higher Courts Redevelopment
Client: The Courts Administration Authority (CAA) | Department for Infrastructure and Transport (DIT)
A $31M modernisation of Adelaide's Supreme Court precinct, delivering three technologically advanced courtrooms, heritage refurbishment, and improved security — recognised with a 2022 AIB Award.
The $31M CAA Higher Courts Redevelopment Project, completed in 2020, modernized the Supreme Court and Sir Samuel Way Building with three new technologically advanced criminal courtrooms, improved security, and enhanced accessibility. The project, which received a 2022 AIB Professional Excellence Award, involved extensive refurbishment of heritage-listed spaces, including the Gouger Street courtyard and level five, to create a “courts of the future”.
Our Team needed to consider the complexities of cost premiums associated with multiple stages, significant out of hours works, heritage upgrades and interfaces, maintaining Courts operations including temporary hoardings for access and acoustic treatments as well as access constraints. The project was ultimately successfully delivered on time and on budget.
Yatala Labour Prison Redevelopment (270 Beds)
Client: Department for Infrastructure and Transport (DIT) | Department for Correctional Services (DCS)
A $180M state government initiative transforming correctional infrastructure — delivering rehabilitation-focused accommodation, a modern kitchen training facility, and upgraded security across a 10,000m² site.
The Yatala Labour Prison Redevelopment project was a significant initiative by the SA State Government, aimed at improving the quality, safety, and efficiency of the prison system and ultimately reducing re-offending rates.
The $180 million redevelopment project consisted of the construction of two double-storey high-security accommodation buildings which were designed to promote a rehabilitative environment. Features such as natural light, nature murals, communal spaces, and access to outdoor areas were incorporated into the design.
A specialised accommodation building was also constructed to cater to prisoners with complex needs. This building offers therapeutic and rehabilitative accommodations, recognising the importance of addressing the specific requirements of certain inmates.
Furthermore, the project included the construction of an advanced modern kitchen facility. This facility not only serves the cooking needs of the prison but also provides valuable training opportunities and employment prospects for inmates.
In addition, a new visitors and admissions facility was designed to improve the process for staff and incoming individuals. The visitor’s area offers more comfortable spaces for families to connect with their incarcerated loved ones, emphasising a family-centred approach to rehabilitation.
The project also prioritised site security fencing and infrastructure upgrades, covering a vast area of 10,000m². These improvements enhance the overall security measures of the facility.
Ultimately, the Yatala Labour Prison Redevelopment project represents a shift in thinking from punishment to rehabilitation. The more normalised environments that prioritise education, therapy, and support sets a new standard for correctional facilities in South Australia, and is a significant step toward reducing re-offending which in turn creates a safer community. CSConsult were thrilled to be part of this significant redevelopment project for the Department for Correctional Services and the Department for Infrastructure and Transport.
