Village Green, UNSW

Client
University of New South Wales

Year
2023

Structure

Legend+ with extended bridge and Campus Wall

When the University of New South Wales set out to revitalise its Village Green, it was looking for more than just a feature — it needed a centrepiece to energise campus life.

BOULDERING® delivered a climbing structure that is both visually striking and highly engaging. Now the focal point of this world-class sport and leisure environment, it invites students and staff to climb, exercise, socialise, and recharge — all within a vibrant, inclusive setting that prioritises wellbeing and sustainability.

Four children climbing on a colorful outdoor rock climbing wall at a park with palm trees, blue sky, and some buildings in the background.

UNSW wanted a standout piece that could engage a broad mix of users — from first-time climbers to experienced athletes.

Working with UNSW Student Life, the Outdoor Sport Club, and active student climbers, our team designed an installation that ensures inclusive access, broad engagement, and long-term value for campus life.

Colorful outdoor climbing wall with blue, green, black, and red holds on a blue rubberized ground, surrounded by tall palm trees and a bright blue sky.
A person climbing an outdoor bouldering wall with various colorful holds, with a background of palm trees and buildings, under a bright blue sky.

The wall provides ~70 sqm of climbing area with ~650 holds. At 8m long, nearly 4m wide, and 3m high, it can accommodate up to 23 climbers at once across ~20 different routes, from beginner to advanced.

The custom bridge and training wall allow students to build strength and refine skills, while carefully considered colours and finishes integrate seamlessly into the Village Green landscape.

A person climbing an outdoor artificial rock wall painted in green, blue, and gray sections, with various colored holds, under a partly cloudy sky.

IN THEIR WORDS

“Sport, active recreation, and physical activity has the ability to build communities, develop a strong sense of belonging and celebrate culture. The transformed Village Green embraces and connects with all these elements. The new facility takes a holistic approach to student well-being and mental health for all our students and reflects the changing needs of the student population.”

— Mark Wright, Head of Sport & Local Community, University of New South Wales

People rock climbing on an outdoor artificial climbing wall with colorful holds, situated on a blue surface near a sports field with trees and buildings in the background.

Like every BOULDERING® structure, the UNSW wall was designed and manufactured in Melbourne. Fabricated using precision CNC-cut materials, industrial-grade steel, and UV-stable components, it is engineered for durability, built with recyclable elements, and designed to minimise environmental impact — a true legacy piece for the campus.

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