Skytower
FaçadesWindow CleaningHeight Safety

Skytower

222 Margaret St, BrisbaneMarch 2024

Client
Navaska FM
Facilities Manager
Property Manager
Navaska Facilities Management
Building Type
Residential Supertall Tower
Duration
4 weeks
Project Overview

Allied Commercial completed the external window cleaning of Brisbane's tallest tower — Skytower at 222 Margaret Street. Building management had experienced extended cleaning timeframes with previous contractors, causing significant resident dissatisfaction. Allied broke down each individual problem technicians on the tower faced, developed multiple solutions for each challenge, and worked through a trial-and-error process before committing to the clean. Navigating the heights with confidence, the dedicated team completed the external window cleaning in record time using innovative techniques and meticulous planning, breathing new life into Brisbane's iconic landmark and setting a new benchmark in external window cleaning.

Scope of Works

Full external window cleaning — all façades

Rope access and BMU operations at extreme height

Problem analysis and solution development for each façade zone

Specialised cleaning methodology for different glass types

Safety management for Australia's tallest residential tower

Resident communication and access coordination

Challenges

  • Brisbane's tallest tower — extreme height and wind conditions
  • Previous contractor delays had caused resident dissatisfaction
  • Multiple façade zones requiring different cleaning approaches
  • High-wind shutdown protocols affecting scheduling

Outcomes

  • Completed in record time — significantly faster than previous contractor
  • Innovative problem-solving for each façade zone
  • New benchmark in high-rise window cleaning efficiency
  • Full resident satisfaction restored

Property Details

Address222 Margaret Street, Brisbane City QLD 4000
Building TypeResidential Supertall Tower
Floors89
Year Built2018
Total Area74,000 m²
Use

Premium residential apartments — Brisbane's tallest building (274m)

Project Team

ClientNavaska FMFacilities Manager
Property ManagerNavaska Facilities Management
Delivered ByAllied Commercial Pty Ltd

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