Decode was proud to recently host the Queensgate, Potts Point Hackathon 2025 in partnership with the Sydney University Civil Engineers (SUCE), bringing together 40 Architectural and Civil Engineering students from the University of Sydney for a hands-on experience at our $100M+ Queensgate project.
Sarvesh Joshi, SUCE President, remarked: “I think these industry events are probably the most influential for students because everything you learn practically can be used. It’s good not just to learn, but to get your foot in the industry and make real progress and change.”
The hackathon was a platform for the students to engage and interact in a live construction site and understanding the challenges of heritage preservation of facades dating back to the 1890s and 1920s. Working in teams and guided by Decode’s project and design team, students were challenged to solve complex, real-world site-based construction problems, bridging the gap between classroom theory and onsite practical work.
Group C was announced as the winner for their solution to integrate internal vertical and horizontal propping systems into the current project, along with a creative architectural concept inspired by the geometry of the Sydney Opera House.
Ramzi Hoteit, Technical Director said: “It’s incredibly inspiring to see how these students approached the challenges we face every day with fresh ideas and a willingness to learn. Their creativity and problem-solving were impressive, and it shows just how important it is to keep nurturing these kinds of industry connections.”
Looking Ahead
At Decode, we believe in giving back to the community and supporting the education sector through initiatives like the Queensgate Hackathon, empowering future leaders and inspiring the next generation of builders by providing platforms to explore and consider careers in construction. We look forward to building more partnerships with leading institutions and universities as we continue to invest in the future of construction.
