Working directly with the architect and builder on the project, Arrunga Surface Solutions operated within demanding project requirements, working literally day and night to meet challenging deadlines.

The Goyder Pavilion was constructed with the environment in mind and the floor is no exception. The meticulously-ground and polished floor isn’t just for looks – the high thermal mass of Arrunga Surface Solutions’ polished concrete helps keep the pavilion cool in summer and warm in winter, minimising heating and cooling requirements and decreasing the facility’s carbon footprint.

“We’ve received very positive feedback, both from our client and from members of the public,” said Arrunga’s Dave Shaughnessy. “We’re very proud of what we have achieved here and we offer our thanks and congratulations to HASSELL and Built Environs on a wonderful South Australian facility.”

“We began discussions with Arrunga Surface Solutions during the design phase of the Goyder Pavilion and Duncan Gallery at the Adelaide Showground, having been positively recommended from recent work completed at the Stirling Library. We found the guidance and professionalism from David Shaughnessy and his team to be of superior quality, and the workmanship and detailing exactly what we as designers were looking for.”

Christie Bailey
HASSELL Architects

Visit our online gallery to see pictures of the gorgeous polished-concrete floors at the Goyder Pavilion!