Chippendale Art and Alleys

This walk traces Chippendale's evolution from a working-class brewery district into a hub for cutting-edge architecture, independent contemporary art, and historic residential laneways.

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1. Central Park Sydney

The most prominent feature of Central Park Sydney is the cantilevered heliostat, a massive array of mirrors that hangs off the side of the tallest tower to bounce sunlight into the shaded public park below. This site once housed the Kent…

2. The Old Clare by Ode Hotels

The Old Clare Hotel occupies the corner of Kensington Street, identifiable by the stark, industrial contrast between the restored Carlton United Brewery administration building and the adjacent brick tower of the former Kent Brewery.…

3. Spice Alley

Spice Alley is a narrow lane tucked between Kensington Street and O'Connor Street, covered by a collection of red, translucent lanterns that glow once the sun sets. Before this became a dining destination, the site belonged to the Carlton…

4. REDBASE Art

REDBASE Art occupies a converted warehouse on Buckland Street, identifiable by its stark, industrial white brick facade and wide glass entry. This gallery serves as a bridge for Indonesian contemporary art, acting as the primary exhibition…

5. White Rabbit Gallery

The White Rabbit Gallery sits behind a dark, unassuming brick facade in Chippendale, marked only by its name in simple, clean lettering. Inside, four floors of industrial space house one of the world’s largest collections of contemporary…

6. Phoenix Central Park

Phoenix Central Park in Chippendale stands out for the vertical forest clinging to its side. A dense screen of lush, green vegetation climbs the exterior of the high-rise tower, designed by botanist Patrick Blanc. Before this building…

7. Peach Black Gallery

The Peach Black Gallery occupies a narrow, industrial-style space distinguished by a bright, oversized wooden door that contrasts sharply with the surrounding brickwork. It serves as an independent project space dedicated to showcasing…

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