Art Gallery of Ballarat

Project Summary

Project summary

Touch Projects is delighted to be involved in the refurbishment project of The Art Gallery of Ballarat, the oldest regional gallery in Australia. Established in 1884, this significant cultural institution requires upgrades to its original skylights in order to address lighting and display limitations.

The refurbishment is crucial for preserving the gallery’s legacy and providing optimal conditions for displaying artwork. Leveraging our heritage expertise, Touch Projects ensures that the gallery continues to serve the Ballarat community and offers an exceptional art experience to its visitors.

…what we did on this project

Touch Projects is delighted to be involved in the refurbishment project of The Art Gallery of Ballarat, the oldest regional gallery in Australia. Established in 1884, this significant cultural institution requires upgrades to its original skylights in order to address lighting and display limitations. The refurbishment is crucial for preserving the gallery’s legacy and providing optimal conditions for displaying artwork. Leveraging our heritage expertise, Touch Projects ensures that the gallery continues to serve the Ballarat community and offers an exceptional art experience to its visitors.

What we did on the project: The Art Gallery of Ballarat holds a special place as the oldest regional gallery in Australia, but its aging infrastructure presented challenges for ongoing operations. Lighting and display constraints were impacting the quality of exhibitions. To overcome these limitations, the gallery embarked on a refurbishment project focused on upgrading its original skylights.

Selected for our expertise in heritage projects, Touch Projects took on the management of this important refurbishment. Our team undertook the task of upgrading five sets of original skylights, significant in size, within the gallery spaces. This upgrade provides an improved lighting system, ensuring a vibrant and efficient display of art pieces.

Working closely with the gallery’s management team, Touch Projects applied our proven project management methodologies to deliver the project on schedule and within the allocated budget. We brought technical expertise to address the unique challenges of the project and managed logistics effectively, minimizing disruptions to the gallery’s daily operations.

This refurbishment project is a testament to the Art Gallery of Ballarat’s commitment to preserving its rich legacy and providing an exceptional experience to visitors. Once completed, the project will have a significant impact on the community, enabling the gallery to offer a dynamic and exciting art experience. The Art Gallery of Ballarat will continue to serve the Ballarat community, fostering an appreciation for the arts, and maintaining its position as a cornerstone of regional Australia’s cultural heritage.

By preserving the gallery’s legacy and enhancing its infrastructure, Touch Projects has ensured that the Art Gallery of Ballarat remains a vital contributor to the cultural fabric of Victoria. It will continue to inspire and engage visitors, reinforcing its role as a cultural hub in the region.

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