PHIVE
Cultural centre in Sydney, Australia
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PHIVE, also known as 5 Parramatta Square is a community, cultural and civic hub in Parramatta, New South Wales, Australia designed by French architect Manuelle Gautrand.[1] Characterised by its vibrant red and orange tessellated roof, it represents a significant investment in the city's infrastructure, with construction costs amounting to $136 million. Spanning six levels, PHIVE includes a range of facilities such as a library, maker spaces, tech labs, sound studios, community meeting rooms, visitor services, and council chambers.[2][3][4]
| PHIVE | |
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 Interactive map of the PHIVE area | |
| General information | |
| Status | Completed |
| Location | Dharug Country, Parramatta, New South Wales, Australia, 5 Parramatta Square, Parramatta, Australia |
| Coordinates | 33.816087°S 151.00417°E |
| Construction started | 2020 |
| Completed | April 2022 |
| Opened | 22 September 2022 |
| Cost | A$136 million |
| Client | City of Parramatta |
| Height | |
| Height | 40 metres (130 ft) |
| Technical details | |
| Floor count | Eight |
| Floor area | 15,000 square metres (160,000 sq ft) |
| Design and construction | |
| Architect | Manuelle Gautrand |
| Main contractor | Built |
In 2025, the City of Parramatta council opened a new performing arts venue in the Discovery Space of PHIVE named Riverside Live at PHIVE.[5]
Design
The building's unique aesthetic features over 549 tessellated panels in colours inspired by native flora, alongside a design that maximises natural light through its crystalline, fragmented structure.[6] Equipped with smart technology, including giant louvres that adjust to weather conditions for natural ventilation, PHIVE embodies modernity while maintaining a connection to the heritage-listed Parramatta Town Hall.[7] The design prioritises openness and expressiveness, offering tours to the public to explore its innovative and welcoming space.[3]