St Patrick's Cathedral – Diocese of Parramatta - Sydney

Working with Design Architect Romaldo Giurgola, the firm, originally as MGT Architects under partner Tim Brown, supported the work to undertake the restoration and design of a new Cathedral complex.

St Patrick’s Cathedral was destroyed by fire in 1996 leaving only the masonry walls standing, and the site has been an integral part of the Catholic Church’s history in Australia since the 1820’s.

Giurgola’s design and fine detailing focussed on the restoration, with functional and structural changes, of the original Cathedral church (now Blessed Sacrament Chapel) as well as the creation of a new extension accommodating 800 seated for Mass. A new Entry Plaza and Cloister Garden, refurbished Parish Hall, and improved parking were also essential parts of the re-design of the site.

An extensive art program integrated major works of art into the Cathedral’s spaces. Visible in the gallery are works in metal by sculptor Robin Blau, in stone by sculptor Anne Ferguson, and in timber by designer/maker Kevin Perkins.

With Romaldo Giurgola, Architect
Photography John Gollings