The MLC Centre, Sydney - Concrete Brutalism, Brutalist Architecture Model: Mini 049

Model 049_The MLC Centre – Miniature Concrete Model
Hand-cast in fine concrete. Shaped by memory.

Some towers redefine the scale of a city. The MLC Centre in Sydney, designed by Harry Seidler and completed in 1977, was once the tallest reinforced concrete building in the Southern Hemisphere. Its crisp white form, circular shaft, and flared crown gave it a futuristic profile that still dominates the skyline. Both a commercial tower and a public place, it stands as one of Australia’s most important modernist landmarks.

This model captures its pure geometry. The slender octagonal tower, the rhythm of its vertical lines, and the elegant proportions were carefully refined to keep the miniature true to its sculptural clarity. I wanted the cast to hold the same sense of balance and ambition that defines the original.

A small cast of one of Sydney’s most iconic high-rises.

Features
• Solid cast concrete, individually hand-poured
• 9.5cm high, 3.5cm wide, 3cm deep (approx)
• Laser-etched cork base with building name
• Comes gift-boxed for the perfect concrete gift
• Designed, modelled, and finished in the UK

Made for those who live with it on the horizon, worked within its walls, or admire Seidler’s vision for modern Australian architecture. This model is a keepsake of a tower that brought international attention to Sydney’s skyline.

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Building Information

Location: Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Architect: Harry Seidler & Associates
Completed: 1977
Status: Still in use, office tower and retail centre
Brief Overview:
The MLC Centre was designed by Austrian-born Australian architect Harry Seidler. At 228 metres, it was a record-breaking tower when completed and remains a striking presence in Sydney’s CBD. Its clean cylindrical form, flared crown, and innovative engineering made it a landmark of Australian modernism and an enduring part of the city’s skyline.



Please note:
My concrete sculptures are individually hand cast in solid concrete. This means that each piece will have distinctive markings and minor blemishes due to air bubbles in the concrete. This is a natural part of the material and will mean that no two pieces are ever exactly the same.

Shipping:
I aim to make and ship your artwork within 30 days. If you require your order by a specific date before this please let me know.