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The Star to build luxury hotel tower

Written by Ben Blaschke

Sydney’s The Star is set to receive a spectacular new 200-metre tall hotel and residential tower after design firm FJMT’s impressive design was chosen by a special five member selection panel.

“FJMT presented an elegant, international-standard design with a refined, distinctive and visually interesting built form considered unique to its place as part of both The Star Entertainment complex and the broader Sydney environment,” the panel explained.

“The design responds sympathetically to environmental considerations – for example, by maximizing solar access for the surrounding area and by incorporating a facade and materials in keeping with the waterfront location.”

The tower will include a Ritz-Carlton hotel with more than 220 rooms and will be located at the northern end of the property – adding a touch of luxury aimed at competing with James Packer’s upcoming Barangaroo project nearby.