DEM collaborated with the Department of Justice and Juvenile Justice for their relocation from Kippax Street to Cooper Street, Surry Hills. The initial schematic design layouts were developed through a series of stakeholder meetings and aimed to provide a space for youth which was relatable and broke away from traditional standards set by Juvenile Justice NSW. 

Light, ceiling and wall treatments were selected to provide a unified, robust design with a focus on scale of space to reinforce varying functions. The standard branding and finishes palettes were challenged by incorporating innovative colour and lighting to signify utilisation of space. In the initial stages, complex security requirements were integrated into the space planning to ensure that clear security was provided between the public reception/lounge/meeting areas and secure office and meeting spaces at back of house.​