02/07/2026
Phrontisterion -
A bold architectural expression that conceals warm, richly layered interiors filled with books, artworks, and spaces designed for contemplation; a sentiment we have come to know and love about we would expect no less.
The vibrant green bookshelves crafted by reflect their consistency as master craftspeople and their attention to detail in every project they undertake; they anchor the lower level with a sense of calm and discovery.
Constructed with pink and green laminate pressed onto Hoop Pine Plywood, they seamlessly integrate with the striking Tasmanian Myrtle and a multitude (33,000+) of brass shelf sleeves, painstakingly installed with absolute precision.
Whilst being crafted in the same manner as the green, the bold pink bookshelves above bring warmth and energy to the collection. Set against raw concrete, dramatic staircases, and a striking exterior of reclaimed corrugated steel, these colour-filled spaces transform a library into an unforgettable architectural experience.
In addition to crafting and installing no less than 287 bookcases, Halton Joinery threw their hand to a multitude of wall linings in the library, the map room, David’s study, the lounge room and the lounge rui corridors as well as some more conventional joinery in back-of-house areas like vanities, meeting rooms, kitchenettes, stone floors and stone windowsills.
A project of this magnitude allows our entire team to become involved, from the first meetings many years ago, drawings, plans and RFI’s, to sourcing the eccentric building products, to washing and cleaning 33,000+ brass shelf sleeves and 7,000+ brass shelf pins to ensure their flawless condition, to a sea of pink and green cabinetry, the 25+ loads delivered to site, to an onsite installation team racking up 6 months of on-site installation.
It is a project of which Halton Joinery are hugely proud and humbled to have been a part of.
Special mention goes to the architect, and to the principal contractor , with whom we have built a strong working relationship over the last few years, we thank all our suppliers and dedicated staff.