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The Waterhole Project |
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Phillips / Pilkington Architects Pty Ltd
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Timber Flooring / Decking Contractor:
Supplied by Boral Timber
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Boral Decking, Species Spotted Gum
F27 Structural Hardwood, Species: Blackbutt
Cladding, Species Spotted Gum
Pinegard Blue treated pine
Exterior grade plywood |
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South Australia’s Monarto Zoo offers visitors a breathtaking view of its cheetahs, lions and African Hunting dogs thanks to two new platforms made with materials supplied by Boral Timber.
The stunning timber structures, consisting of a variety of timber species, create a natural aesthetic perfectly in keeping with its environment. It enhances the experience for visitors to the zoo by providing a raised, 360 degree vantage point from which to view the animals.
As well as the new boardwalks and platforms, a multi-functional room was constructed at the Lion & African Hunting Dogs exhibits incorporating a bus stop where visitors can get on and off the zoo bus known as Zu-loop.
Sourced from sustainably managed forests, a combination of timber was used including solid mixed hardwood forthe underfloor of the walkway and platform and Spotted Gum hardwood decking for the walkway surface. Spotted Gum cladding was also used on the viewing platform surrounds and amenities along the walkway, with cypress posts, Pinegard Blue treated pine and exterior grade plywood also incorporated.
“The brief for the project was to create a structure that would complement its surroundings and reflect the African bush theme. It was also essential that the materials have strong environmental credentials. Boral Timber’s variety of products and species are ideal for this purpose,” said Stuart Hanson, SA Area Sales Manager, Boral Timber.
“This project has been extremely successful and we’re delighted with the results. We can see how impressed visitors are as they’re wandering around and the feedback they’ve given us has been fantastic,” added Geoff Brooks, Monarto Zoo’s Projects Manager.
An additional stage of the project is the construction of Australia’s largest chimpanzee exhibit, which will feature a further boardwalk using Boral timber. |
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