Perth’s C6 Tower Set to Surpass Melbourne’s 55 Southbank Street as the Tallest Timber Building in Australia
December 21, 2023
An artist’s impression of C6, a 191-metre building in Perth. It will be the world’s tallest timber tower when completed. Photograph: Elenberg Fraser
Perth has received the green light to construct what will become the world’s tallest hybrid timber building, the C6 tower. This monumental structure is set to overshadow Melbourne’s 55 Southbank Street, which currently holds the record as Australia’s tallest timber building.
Perth has received the green light to construct what will become the world’s tallest hybrid timber building, the C6 tower. This monumental structure is set to overshadow Melbourne’s 55 Southbank Street, which currently holds the record as Australia’s tallest timber building.
The C6 tower, a hybrid engineered wood structure, will stand at an astounding 627-foot (191.2 meters). Approximately 42% of the building will be constructed from engineered timber, marking a significant step forward in sustainable construction practices.
The tower is designed by acclaimed architect Elenberg Fraser and will be located at 6 Charles Street, near the Perth Zoo. It is expected to house around 200 apartments within its groundbreaking 50-storey design.
Before the approval of the C6 project, 55 Southbank by Bates Smart in Melbourne held the title of the tallest hybrid timber building in Australia. The Melbourne landmark stands at 69.7 metres high and is renowned for its innovative use of engineered timber. Despite being eclipsed by the upcoming C6 tower, 55 Southbank Street remains a significant testament to the potential of sustainable architecture using engineered wood products.
Find the current Australia’s Tallest Mass Timber Buildings ranked by the Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat (CTBUH).
Source: Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat (CTBUH)
The C6 tower promises to redefine Perth’s skyline and set new standards in the construction industry. As Australia continues to embrace innovative and eco-friendly design solutions, we can expect to see more such architectural marvels in the future.
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