MAJOR redevelopment of the Cloud 9 Restaurant at Falls Creek is nearing completion, ahead of the 2025 winter season.

The iconic building on top of the mountain near Halley's Comet Chairlift has been undergoing redevelopment over the past three summers, as part of a partnership between Falls Creek Ski Lifts and Traverse Alpine Group (TAG).

This summer, the project is going through its third and final stage, delivering a new roof and high ceilings with huge windows all facing north to make the most of the spectacular views looking across to Spion Kopje.

There is also a large new semi-enclosed area to offer wind protection and shelter from the snow, and a new bar service area upstairs in the mezzanine level to provide additional room for all guests.

The external works are now complete, with work now focused on finishing touches indoors.

In addition to the restaurant, the building is also the resort's Snowsports School hub with lesson meeting areas right outside, and a Falls Creek Sports retail store located inside for all those last-minute winter essentials.

Several local firms have been involved in the redevelopment, including Duggan & Hanlon Constructions, Sendit Architecture and Kusch Consulting Engineers who are all from North East Victoria, as well as Melbourne and Sydney based NMBW Architecture Studio and Cave Urban Architects.

At 1600m above sea level, the Cloud 9 Restaurant is proudly one of the highest buildings in Australia.

Lee Duggan from Duggan & Hanlon Constructions, said the redevelopment also has a strong focus on the environment across all aspects of the project.

“We are utilising sustainable and recycled materials throughout the building fabric whilst maximising insulation through thermally broken windows and design to capture all that the sun can offer," he said.