Our site team has made more solid progress and recently reached another major milestone with the site’s first concrete pour.
Traditionally, the first pour is a celebrated technical step along the substructure works route. For us, the process also forms the literal and figurative bedrock of the school’s future and was another reminder that foundations are key to turning our vision into reality next year.
Overseen by main contractor Chicago Maintenance & Construction, the pour marks the start of the substructure works, creating a strong, enduring base that will support every beam, wall and roof of the school that’s to come. Using the advanced precast concrete methodology, Chicago is delivering a project that’s not only structurally sound but also efficient and environmentally conscious.
Precast concrete, with components prepared off-site and delivered ready to install, ensures precision, quality and speed. It’s an approach that also resonates with the progressive spirit of DESS - modern methods meeting timeless values, as DESS Principal Christopher Vizzard explained.
“With the first pour complete, the vision of DESS Primary Academic City is becoming tangible. This isn’t just about building a school; it’s about creating a space where children will learn, grow and thrive. From dynamic classrooms to inspiring play areas, every square metre of the site will soon reflect the values and ambitions of the DESS community.
This milestone is also a testament to the hard work, expertise and collaboration driving the project forward. As we move through the construction phases, it’s clear that the foundations that have been laid will support not just a building, but a legacy of excellence in education.”
