Doutta Galla Hotel – Commercial Hospitality Venue

Project Summary

Location: Flemington, VIC

Client: Eave – trusted building partner, 30+ projects delivered together

Type: Commercial

Services: Design, supply, installation and commissioning of a tailored HVAC commercial system.

Timeline: Project commencement: July 2025
Hotel Reopening: October 24, 2025

Client Brief

Long-term building partner, Eave, engaged the PHACS team to not just provide and install a HVAC system, but to partner with for our expertise in designing and building a fully integrated commercial system, suitable for their facility. Their requirements included:

Reliable climate control for dining and function spaces, to ensure year-round comfort for guests.

Commercial kitchen ventilation systems to provide make-up air and exhaust capabilities that comply with industry standards.

Energy efficiency and performance, ensuring the system supports the hotel’s long-term operating costs.

An integrated solution that respects the heritage character of the building while aligning with the modernised interior design.

Complimentary Advisory Session

First established in 1889, the Doutta Galla Hotel is a well-renowned landmark in Flemington, north of Melbourne. As part of an extensive refurbishment that will give the tired building a modern and fresh new look, CoreTemp Australia (CoreTemp AustraliaS) was engaged to deliver a large-scale commercial HVAC system for the busy pub.  

This was not a simple installation. Working alongside Eave, our experienced team played a key role in the design, supply and commissioning of a tailored commercial HVAC solution that would deliver energy-efficient climate control over three levels of this busy hospitality venue that includes a bistro, multiple functional spaces and a high-demand commercial kitchen.


Services Provided

With over 20 years of experience delivering complex commercial HVAC projects, we provided the Doutta Galla Hotel with a whole-of-building solution.

Our scope included the combined design, supply, installation and commissioning of a tailored HVAC commercial system including:

  • System Design and Coordination
    Working with the builder Eave, the CoreTemp AustraliaS team designed a complete energy-efficient HVAC system for the refurbished hotel, balancing load capacity, compliance and interior design requirements.
  • Daikin VRV Air Conditioning System (150 kW)
    Tailored to provide zoned comfort in multiple hotel zones across three-levels, with centralised control for ease of management.
  • Commercial Kitchen Ventilation System
    Designed with Fantech to ensure safe, efficient and high-performance air extraction and make-up air for the venue’s kitchen, especially during peak service.
  • Exposed Sheetmetal Ductwork
    Both functional and impressive, exposed ductwork throughout the ceilings with exposed timber beams, maintain airflow performance and contribute to the industrial character of the building.
  • Electrical, Control Systems and Commissioning
    Delivering a full turnkey solution that was ready for immediate operation in the busy hospitality venue.
  • As-Installed Drawings and Operation & Maintenance Manuals
    Full documentation and ‘as-installed’ drawings are provided at the end of every commercial project, ensuring ongoing ease of management for the Doutta Galla hotel operators.  
Outcome

The Doutta Galla Hotel project highlights CoreTemp Australia & Cooling Solutions’ role as a specialist in large-scale commercial HVAC design and construction. Our team brought together technical expertise and design insight to deliver a solution that will ensure both patrons and staff are comfortable across every space. For the client, it’s the assurance of a project delivered on time, on budget and to the highest industry standards.

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