Tanks Arts Centre – Tank 3 Pump House Amenities Block Case Study

Tank 3 Pump House Amenities Block

At MYBUILD Commercial, we love working on projects that make Cairns a better place to live and visit. One of our recent achievements was building a brand-new amenities block at the Tanks Arts Centre’s Tank 3 Pump House. This project, designed by TPG Architects and completed for the Cairns Regional Council, is located in a heritage-listed area. It’s a perfect example of how modern design and Cairns’ rich history can come together to create something special.

Heritage Listed Building

The Challenge

This project had some unique challenges that required creative problem-solving. Because the site is heritage-listed, it was essential to ensure the new additions blended seamlessly with their surroundings. The tiling of the amenities needed to be installed without cutting into any tiles, which required careful planning and execution. We also incorporated a PWD (People With Disability) accessible ramp and other features, all while maintaining the site’s historical charm.

Key challenges included:

Meeting heritage requirements to preserve the area’s historical character.
Installing the tiles for the new amenities block without making any cuts.
Adding accessibility features like a ramp that complemented the overall design.

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Making Cairns more Accessible for everyone

Our Approach

To overcome these challenges, our team worked closely with TPG Architects and used a careful approach throughout the project. We hired local contractors and suppliers to ensure the work supported Cairns businesses and stayed on schedule. The accessibility ramp was designed to be practical while still blending in with the heritage style of the site.

What we focused on:

Partnering with local contractors and suppliers to support the Cairns community.
Creating a ramp and other accessibility features that looked great and worked well for everyone.
Prioritising efficiency and quality to complete the project two weeks early.

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Highlights of the Project

The Result

The new amenities block at Tank 3 Pump House is a great addition to the Tanks Arts Centre. It’s practical, accessible, and visually appealing, providing a modern facility that complements the heritage surroundings. We’re especially proud to have completed the project two weeks ahead of schedule, showing our commitment to delivering high-quality results for the Cairns community.

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