Scope

Asset

Duration

Access Technology

Major Services

Access Saving

Resident Impact

Outcome

Two 18-storey strata towers, 168 apartments

13 weeks – finished on schedule

Harness-based Scaffold-Free™ rope systems

Full façade repaint in an eight-colour scheme

≈ AUD 90,000 saved by eliminating scaffold hire

180 balconies painted with zero resident complaints

The Challenge

After 16 years, Sky Plaza’s bold, eight-colour façade had faded. The Owners Corporation wanted a fresh palette but feared:

Scaffold hire that would blow out the budget and obstruct views

Complex balcony logistics across 168 occupied units

Safety risks on an 18-storey elevation

They needed a contractor with proven rope-access expertise, meticulous project management and impeccable safety credentials.

Our Solution

CPR’s director-led team designed an end-to-end remedial and repaint package anchored by our Portable Elevator Access Rope System (PEARS®):

Harness Painting & Rope Access – Our Scaffold-Free™ system avoided traditional scaffold altogether, slashing access costs and keeping views clear.

Precision Colour Delivery – Accredited Service Partner Namat Zahidi led crews using Dulux AcraShield® coatings, matching eight specified colours across intricate detailing.

Resident-First Communication – Weekly progress meetings, written reports and individual scheduling for 180 balconies kept every owner informed and every unit accessible.

Streamlined Programme – A 12-person Upseiling® team cycled preparation and spray stages concurrently, ensuring each elevation was completed in a single pass to maintain colour continuity.

Results & Value Delivered

$90 k Access Saving – Rope access removed scaffold hire, erection and dismantle fees—funds the owners redirected to future maintenance.

Budget Certainty – Finished on budget, with no variations or delay costs.

Resident Satisfaction – Not a single complaint logged; feedback highlighted the crew’s professionalism and courtesy.

Renewed Asset Pride – Vibrant new palette lifted the precinct’s visual appeal and long-term value.

What the Client Said

“Our first significant saving was avoiding scaffold fees—around $60 k at the time. CPR are great communicators; they managed to get every single balcony painted, which was a remarkable achievement. I’d recommend CPR to any owners corporation, big or small.” “The painting is completed to a high standard and the owners are delighted. Weekly project meetings and written progress reports resolved issues quickly. Residents praised the CPR team for their professionalism and friendly approach.”

– Mike Mossop, Chair Person – Sky Plaza Executive Committee

 

“The building is daunting in height with tricky detailing. CPR presented as a unified team of skilled contractors, keen to deliver a high-standard finish.”

– Stuart Davies, Architect

Why It Matters

Sky Plaza proves that large-scale colour transformations don’t need scaffolds, delays or budget blow-outs. CPR’s harness-based access, disciplined project management and resident-focused approach deliver premium finishes—while saving owners corporations serious money.

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difficult-access upgrade?

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