Gawler Chambers' modern makeover

THE Gawler Chambers will be transformed into contemporary office accommodation if a development application for its redevelopment is approved.

THERE are plans to build a multi-level tower behind the historic Gawler Chambers on North Tce.

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THE Gawler Chambers will be transformed into contemporary office accommodation if a development application for its redevelopment is approved.

Adelaide Development Company, which has owned the building on the corner of North Tce and Gawler Place since 1945, plans to build a multi-level commercial office tower behind the building's 1914 facade.

Company general manager Ian Marker said while there was a general shift of Adelaide's commercial hub towards the south, the development would revitalise the North Tce precinct.

"Having worked to identify options for Gawler Chambers for more than 10 years, we have come up with a proposal that will acknowledge the building's past, create a new commercial opportunity for Adelaide, revitalise the city's premier boulevard and assist in improving and revitalising pedestrian access between Rundle Mall and North Tce," he said.

Situated close to luxury fashion destinations such as Max Mara, it is planned the building's ground floor will enhance North Tce's emerging reputation for high-end fashion.

The five-star green-star building has been designed by Philadelphia-based studio LFA in collaboration with Adelaide-based Matthews Architects and will create 5000sq m of commercial space.

Mr Marker said the redeveloped offices would attract boutique organisations, such as legal firms and government departments that would "appreciate such a prestigious location".

A smooth development application process and transition to construction should see the building completed by 2015.