Everett Butchers engaged Acorp in the fit-out works for their store in a shopping centre that was in the process of being developed in the City of Kalgoorlie-Boulder.
Everett placed high importance on both a functional ‘back of house’ facility as well as a high specification finish to their ‘front of house’, as a key factor for them in achieving their goal of becoming the largest regional butcher in the nation.
The tight timeframe was the governing factor in many decisions made. Everett engaged their architect for design and specification, but all of the many changes and decisions required throughout the process were managed directly between ACorp and Everett, resulting in a finished project that was not compromised and assured value for money for the client. The feature ceiling was an example of how ACorp was able to propose an alternative when the proposed feature ceiling was not possible due to timeframes, costs, availability of materials, and working within the existing structure.
Despite many restrictions and complications during the process, ACorp was able to deliver a high-quality finish, in time for our client to stock up and meet their opening obligations.
Awarded Excellence in Waste Management in the 2022 Goldfields – Esperance Master Builders Building Excellence Awards, by demonstrating and successfully diverting waste from landfill during the construction project. ACorp Construction avoided, reduced, and reused waste during the planning and construction processes.
Awarded the contract by Catholic Education of Western Australia, this project involved the construction of a new arts and music facility for John Paul College in Kalgoorlie. Commencing in 2022, during COVID-19 restrictions, and facing uncertain measures and unforeseeable issues, the project was able to continue through the pandemic with little delay and zero injuries and incidents.
The site was located in an existing car park within school grounds and comprised of a new two-story building housing an auditorium, green and dressing rooms, classrooms, offices, a foyer, and amenities. Particular focus was given to the acoustic performance of the building, given its purpose. Throughout the building, specific methods of construction were used to keep acoustic leakage to a minimum.
A large construction within an active school environment meant a challenging build with minimal space to move materials and machinery. Site coordination between the school and riggers was paramount to moving steel safely. This sometimes meant working outside of normal hours to complete higher-risk activities and was vital in completing several tasks unimpeded.
The auditorium, located in the middle section of the building, consists of suspended concrete seating, a sprung floor stage, a bio-box of projectors, and lighting controls. The entire auditorium was painted black to minimise light reflection during productions.
Classrooms and offices have acoustic ceilings and Autex sound-deadening panels. Walls were extended to the underside of the roof and acoustic insulation was installed to achieve the required acoustic rating.
The external landscaping consists of over 670 square meters of exposed aggregate paving with limestone seating encompassing the garden beds. Due to previous floodings of the school site, there was significant consultation and design in creating an ‘overland’ flow through the school site surrounding the new building. All levels of paving had to be precise to allow water to flow away from buildings but through the school to the other side, taking into consideration requirements for disabled slopes.
ACorp Construction successfully tendered the renovation works to the Kambalda Aquatic Centre. The concept was to provide an upgrade to a key sporting tourism asset for the region as well as providing a rejuvenated attraction for the local community.
Services provided by ACorp:
Upgrades to the 50 – meter pool, extension of the toddler’s pool, new pathways, new floodlights installation, construction of new shade structures, new administration building, upgrades to the existing change rooms and first aid room and new landscaping.
The project was delivered on time and ready to handover until the re-launch was delayed by Covid-19.
MM Electrical (‘MM’) is a long time electrical wholesaler in Kalgoorlie.
Successful operations meant that MM had to move into larger premises to continue their market dominance.
This saw them evolve from 600m2 of existing to a combined 1987m2 of new buildings.
The conventional Office-Showroom-Warehouse started in November 2018 and was delivered in a timely fashion in 30 weeks.
Consisting of structural steel portal and frame construction complete with concrete floor and aprons. The new building utilizes coloured cladding with varying materials to achieve a clean cut and modern look. Bitumen and landscaped externals bring the facility a professional image befitting MM’s status in the service industry.
We thank the Management of MM Electrical for the opportunity to successfully complete their new facility on time and budget.
After a long awaited and contentious project that included many sources of input, the project finally materialized into an award of Tender to ACorp Construction to deliver the Architect designed Restoration and Heritage project.
After a long awaited and contentious project that included many sources of input, the project finally materialized into an award of Tender to Acorp Construction to deliver the Architect designed Restoration and Heritage project which included:
- Demolition and removal of materials
- New construction to depict Yesteryear
- Preservation of Heritage materials
- Extensive Landscaping and Hydraulics
The Lord Forrest Olympic Pool had many historical highlights through history. The brief had been to restore what was possible and demolish the unsalvageable. The Architects added line of vision structures to depict the glory years and the old layout of WA’s first Olympic size pool. Highly controversial in cost and timeframe the project saw the vastly damaged and vandalized complex given a new lease of life. The new precinct will be open all hours and will host current era functions and community events.
The Principal sought to upgrade its aging community pool to a modern aquatic facility. This resulted in appointing leading aquatics architects Donovan Payne Architects to tender the works. After extensive assessment the project was awarded to ACorp Construction.
The Principal sought to upgrade its aging community pool to a modern aquatic facility. This resulted in appointing leading aquatics architects Donovan Payne Architects to tender the works. After extensive assessment, the project was awarded to ACorp Construction. Works included:
- Demolition
- New filtration and pipework
- Detailed civil works
- Specialised waterproofing elements
The existing 33m pool was cut back to 25m and a new family leisure pool complete with multiple water features was added. By using some of the existing pool structure, savings were made. However detailed waterproofing and extensive installation of new filtration and piping works were required to achieve today’s high compliance standards.
To complement the pool upgrade, the change rooms were substantially refurbished and upgraded to include all new tiling, fixtures and fittings and total reroofing. Externally the pool surrounds were afforded new paving and various shade sails.
This has resulted in a marked savings in running costs and more importantly significant increases in attendance.
The Principal appointed ACorp Construction to assess and propose significant cost savings of its custom designed Childcare Centre on a restrictive building block.
The Principal appointed ACorp Construction to assess and propose significant cost savings of its custom designed Childcare Centre on a restrictive building block. The main Building was 655m2 and contained many angles and associated features including:
- Brick veneer construction
- High ceilings and acoustic treatments
- Passive solar wrap around verandahs
- Light airy colourful environment
The building caters for 102 occupants and 19 staff and included 7x Group Rooms, 2 x Nappy Change areas, Reception, Managerial Offices, Kitchen Facility, Prep rooms, Laundry, Staff room and vast storage. The building also has vast undercover verandah space and secured nature playground areas.
The building site was a triangular shape that required retaining works to achieve adequate parking and ease of access. Although this was a challenge, both builder and developer worked through any issues to maintain budgets and savings and still progress the build to be ready pre-xmas 2016
The end result was a modern and industry standard facility that made good use of the space available and is a great community service in the new developing Jindowie estate.
This project was a classic Design and Construct project. The Shire of Boddington wanted a staged development to provide 760 m2 of new administration facilities within the old existing site.
This project was a classic Design and Construct project. The Shire of Boddington wanted a staged development to provide 760 m2 of new administration facilities within the old existing site. The project included:
- Demolition
- Asbestos Removal
- Construction in an operational environment
- New Modern Admin Facilities
The Facility included, new Council Chambers, Committee Room, Reception Foyer, 25 new Offices, Archival and Staff Facilities.
ACorp engaged the services of Holton Connor Architects to provide design, documentation and contractual services for the project. Our team combined to use various external cladding features – old and new to accommodate the desired wishes of the client and complement the existing streetscape.
The end result was a clean cut and economical construction of a modern and simple styled building, which has become a statement on the main street – Reflecting a solid and Progressive Community.
