LOURDES HILL COLLEGE
Brisbane, Australia
Project Summary
Lourdes Hill College's rooftop multipurpose court came with a unique challenge: keep every ball on the roof without compromising the existing architecture. Rather than installing a standalone frame around the court, Gabba transported all machinery and materials to the rooftop and custom-shaped the netting to follow the building's lines. Fire exits were incorporated into the design from the outset, so the court stays fully enclosed while emergency access remains clear and safe.
Objectives
- Keep every ball on a rooftop multipurpose court.
- Preserve the existing architecture rather than adding a standalone frame.
- Maintain clear and compliant emergency access.
Key Features Delivered
- Netting custom-shaped to follow the building's lines instead of a freestanding enclosure.
- All machinery and materials transported to the rooftop for installation.
- Fire exits incorporated into the netting design from the outset.
Outcomes & Benefits
- Full enclosure: The court is fully enclosed with no balls leaving the roof.
- Architecture preserved: The netting sits within the existing structure rather than around it.
- Compliance: Emergency exits remain clear and safe while the court stays enclosed.
Project Metrics
- Site:
- Rooftop multipurpose court
- Netting:
- Custom-shaped to the building
- Access:
- Fire exits integrated into the design
- Logistics:
- All plant and materials moved to the rooftop