In Principio_S1 2018_WEB

I N P R I N C I P I O | 1 0 NEW, VIBRANT STUDENT HUB A major $2 million makeover has delivered a new, vibrant recreation hub for students at Notre Dame’s Fremantle Campus. Painted in rich blues, yellows and reds—embracing the ambience of the nearby beach precinct— the transformed Prindiville Hall provides a 670sqm space for student relaxation and recreation and a 230sqm permanent home for the University’s students clubs. And with direct access to the two main student courtyards—Bateman and Malloy—it makes a significant contribution to plans for the activation of the City’s West End. Features include: a revamped student kitchen; a drive-in for food trucks; an extensive lounge area complete with USB charging stations; a giant hammock; alfresco courtyard; an extended mezzanine to accommodate student meeting rooms, offices and study spaces – including a dedicated Student Association office; and a pop- up Notre Dame merchandise store. In a nod to the building’s historical past as a rope factory (dating back to 1953), a contemporary ‘rope sculpture’ features in the general area. Intricate herringbone jarrah flooring, uncovered during the renovation, has been restored to complement the contemporary comfortable seating in the lounge area. The building is named after well-known Western Australian businessman Bernie Prindiville – a founding Governor and long-time benefactor of the University. “Originally constructed for Nicholson Pty Ltd as a rope factory in 1953, this site has been an integral part of the University’s fabric since establishment when it was used as an office space and, more recently, a student common room,” Professor Celia Hammond, Notre Dame’s Vice Chancellor, said. “The redevelopment of Prindiville Hall is just one aspect of the University’s vision to bring further street-front activation to Fremantle’s West End and improve the amenity for local residents, tourists and the student community.”