Trinity College, Sculptform Click-on Battens

Click-on Batten Features in Marnkutyi Parirna Theatre

Trinity College

The Marnkutyi Parirna Theatre at Trinity College is a space designed to inspire creativity and performance, featuring Sculptform’s Timber Click-on Battens prominently throughout its rehearsal, recording, and theatre spaces. From the rehearsal studios to the main auditorium, our battens played a crucial role in bringing the warm, natural aesthetic envisioned by the architects at Detail Studio to life. 

Product

Click-on Battens

Materials

Australian Ash

Feature Batten Linings

Internally, the theatre’s facilities cater to a broad range of creative pursuits, from a 520-seat auditorium to rehearsal spaces, recording studios, and state-of-the-art teaching areas. The timber Click-on Battens play a pivotal role in defining the aesthetics of these spaces, not only adding to the warmth and natural feel but also reinforcing the flow and rhythm essential to a performance-driven environment. 

In the Rehearsal and Recording Studios, as well as the Café, the use of the battens in block profile forms a cohesive look, beautifully installed using a combination of curved and straight tracks. The sweeping lines create a sense of movement and continuity, seamlessly integrating into the design’s organic, nature-inspired themes. These battens echo the natural fluidity of the emu and the rivers, subtly reinforcing the overarching narrative of the theatre’s connection to the land. 

Specification Details – Recording Studio Battens
Product Click-on Battens
Material Timber
Species Australian Ash
Profile Block, 30mm x 19mm
Coating Clear Oil
Mounting Track Slimline & Curving

For the more intimate spaces like the Green Room vestibules and foyer, our flute profile battens were preferred. Mounted on a slimline track, the battens provide a refined, clean look, creating contrast and enhancing the sense of depth in these transitional areas. 

Specification Details – Green Room Battens
Product Click-on Battens
Material Timber
Species Australian Ash
Profile Flute, 30mm x 30mm
Coating Clear Oil
Mounting Track Mounting Track – Slimline

The theatre’s most striking design feature, however, lies within the main auditorium. Here, Sculptform’s timber battens, in both block and flute profiles, were installed in a breathtaking wavy pattern across the interior walls. This unique design not only visually mirrors the flowing river motif central to the building’s concept, but it also evokes the rhythm and energy of the performances the space was built to host. The result is an immersive environment where architecture and performance converge. 

Specification Details – Theatre
Product Click-on Battens
Material Timber
Species Australian Ash
Profile Block, 30mm x 19mm, & Flute, 30mm x 30mm
Coating Clear Oil
Mounting Track Standard 

Ease of Installation

Beyond their stunning visual appeal, Sculptform’s Click-on Battens excelled in simplifying the construction process. The installation team at Capstone Construction highlighted the simplicity and speed of Sculptform’s system, which contributed to the project’s overall success. 

“In our opinion, Sculptform’s products are the best on the market. We’ve worked with many other systems, but Sculptform stands out for its quality, reliability, and ease of installation. Their click-on system is phenomenal - there’s nothing else out there like it. We never have issues, and we never get callbacks.”

Jesse Graham

Capstone Construction

This ease of installation was critical to achieving the curved and wavy batten patterns in the theatre, particularly in a project where precision was paramount. The click-on system allowed for seamless transitions between straight and curved battens, enabling the team to bring complex design elements to life with minimal disruption or rework. 

Sculptform Trinity Theatre

A Seamless Blend of Design and Function

The Marnkutyi Parirna Theatre at Trinity College showcases what can be achieved when cultural significance, architectural vision, and technical precision are aligned. Our Click-on Battens provided the architects with the visual impact and versatility needed to bring their vision to life, while delivering on the practical demands of installation. The result is a theatre that not only looks extraordinary but also functions seamlessly as a creative hub for students, performers, and the broader community. 

This project exemplifies Sculptform’s ability to collaborate on complex, meaningful projects that require both technical precision and design flexibility, making it a standout success for architects and builders alike. 

Project Summary

Architect

Detail Studio

Builder

Mossop Construction + Interiors

Installer

Capstone Construction

Photographer

David Sievers

Completion Date

2023

Location

Evanston South, SA

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