The Official Journal of the Australian Institute of Architects: WA Chapter

2012 Awards Issue: Results Inside 2012 ISSUE 002 2012 The Official Journal of the Australian Institute of Architects: WA Chapter

Editor Andrew Murray Editorial E: [email protected] Welcome to this special awards issue I had the fortune of visiting this project Magazine Design of The Architect for 2012. The decision and it left quite an impression; it is a Peter McDonald was made to incorporate the usual fantastic, rigorous project and a well- Public Creative winners’ catalogue into a regular issue deserved win in a field of excellent www.publiccreative.com.au of The Architect this year, as a potential projects. Publisher model for the future which hopefully can Australian Institute of Architects WA Chapter continue. Finally, it is with sadness that I leave the editorial position after this issue, but am Advertising Along with this year’s Award winners happy, having achieved what I set out to Kim Burges do with the magazine when I took it on Australian Institute of Architects WA Chapter and other reviews, the issue discusses in T: (08) 9287 9900 detail Presentation day. The day was a in late 2010. I look forward to the new E: [email protected] resounding success, and points towards era of the magazine, and wish the new a new and exciting direction for the committee best of luck. Produced for awards, and the Institute. Australian Institute of Architects WA Chapter Thanks again to everyone who helped 33 Broadway Nedlands WA 6009 out with the production of this magazine T: (08) 9287 9900 My congratulations also to Bernard over the last year and a half. E: [email protected] Seeber Architects on winning the George www.architecture.com.au/wa Temple Poole award this year for the Hilton Community Centre. Andrew Murray Cover Image Hilton Community Centre Bernard Seeber Pty Ltd

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Important Disclaimer: The material contained in this 17 Hilton Community Centre - Review by Jonathan Lake publication is general comment and is not intended as advice on any particular matter. No reader should act 21 Cultural Centre Amenities - Review by Carly Barret or fail to act on the basis of any material contained herein. Readers should consult professional advisors. The Australian Institute of Architects, its officers, the 25 30 Aberdeen Street, Central Institute of Technology. Lyons and T&Z editor and authors expressly disclaim all and any liability - Interview by Andrew Murray to any persons whatsoever in respect of anything done or omitted to be done by any such persons in reliance 29 WA Architecture Awards - 2012 Results whether in whole or in part upon any of the contents of this publication. All photographs are by the respective contributor unless otherwise noted. 62 Book reviews WA State President Message

to benefit the community. Architects program is an opportunity to share with Editorial are motivated by the responsibility that the community our pride in the work comes with public architecture and the we do, and to illustrate the breadth of quality of this year’s public architecture project types and locations that we, entries demonstrates a high level of as a profession, work in with equal commitment and talent. endeavor. This year’s awards are no exception. As always, this year’s ten Commercial category entries represent a wide As always the awards program is a huge range of project types and sizes, yet undertaking for the Institute. Thank Last year the WA Architecture Design all are examples of how the architects you to everyone who has participated, including all of the entrants. In Awards received a record number of have strived to achieve excellent built particular, thanks to our WA staff Kim, entries (141) including some major public form outcomes at the same time as Meino and Voula for an enormous works that went on to receive national responding to their clients’ commercial effort. Thanks to our jurors, ably led by recognition. This year we have received imperatives. Patrick Beale as chairman of juries, and 123 entries across 10 categories. This The “normalisation” of sustainable to our awards committee members. And was an expected reduction considering design expectations from Clients of course, a huge thanks to our sponsors the significant slow down experienced and incorporation by architects has for continued support of the Institute in the development sector over the last resulted, I believe, in this year’s lower and the profession generally - we can’t few years. Whilst the number of entries number of entries in the sustainability deliver without you! and the scale of the projects entered category. This does not suggest any has reduced, it is pleasing to see that reduced emphasis on sustainability This year saw the first ever the quality of work certainly has not. by architects. In recognition of the presentations to juries day held at This year’s entries are evidence of our requirement for sustainability to be an UWA in March. Feedback has been profession’s commitment to achieving extremely positive and we already have integral factor in all design, next year the excellence regardless of the scale and improvements in mind to make the awarded projects for this category will be nature of the projects we undertake, and day run even more smoothly and to selected from the entire pool of awards despite increasingly difficult economic encourage increased participation. entries. circumstances. The release of our mid-year edition of Once again the Residential categories Projects in this year’s awards are located The Architect magazine concurrent with – single houses, multi-residential, and in all corners of our vast State – from the awards announcements is also a new residential alterations and additions, Esperance in the south to Kununurra initiative. I hope you all enjoy reading represent a large proportion of this year’s in the north. The proportion of entries about the awards whilst the news is still 3 awards entries. Perhaps these projects from regional WA is likely to grow current. Thanks again to Andrew Murray are considered by many to represent the over time as increased private and who has been editor for The Architect most direct relationship between the government investment bears fruit. during the transition back to hard copy, work architects do and the way people Most of WA’s architects are located and we wish Andrew well in Melbourne. in Perth, yet we have become skilled live, but what I think the Architecture at developing appropriate designs for Design Awards really do is to highlight I wish you all the very best for the second projects in remote locations which have the breadth of influence architects have half of 2012. unique climatic, cultural and construction on all aspects of daily life – from home 2012 ISSUE 002 THE ARCHITECT challenges. to work, to places of learning, healing, worship and play. Architects restore our This year the Public Architecture category heritage places and seek to protect our David Karotkin has the largest number of entries (23). environment. The work architects do State and local governments continue ranges from big picture urban design to to be critically important sponsors of very small projects and interiors. Each projects that have the greatest potential year the Architecture Design Awards State Manager’s Message

The Peter Hunt Prize and E G Cohen 28th February Prizes were announced on that night. NSS Fee Negotiation The Architecture Awards night was held 8th March on the 6th July at the Burswood. ISS Alberto Campo Baezo 12th March Next year the committee proposed an Timber Design and Durability “Oscar” night performance at the Perth 26th March Concert Hall. They are working hard to Ferrari World make sure the event is slick and exciting 18th April for all those attending. Building Legislation Reforms Welcome to the Awards edition of ‘The Sponsors 30th April Architect’ especially printed for the Building Legislation Reforms Awards night. We hope you like this way We warmly welcome HomeGuard, Bravvo 9th May of doing things. (formerly Ital Marble & Granite), BADGE Contracts Act President’s Cocktails Construction, Austim and iGuzzini as new 28th May & 6th June sponsors of the Institute and we look Building Legislation Reforms On the 15th March 2012 we held the forward to working with them for many 30th May President’s Cocktail Party to announce years to come. CCAA Tom Kundig Architects directions that the Institute is taking 13th June in 2012 and greeted incoming new A special welcome back to our existing NSS New Futures for Heritage Buidings councillors Philip Griffiths and Peter sponsors Colobond BlueScope Steel, Mondoluce, AECOM, The laminex Group, Hobbs. Our previous councillors Rod Tours Mollett, Ralph Hoare, Maxine Canning, Total Project Solutions, Dulux, Corporate Bill Hames, Tony Ednie-Brown, Carolyn Theatre, SCOOP Publishing and Public 27th Feb Marshall, Brian Wright, Dean Wood Creative Brand Design Consultants. It Tour of Arena and Trent Woods were welcomed back. has been a pleasure working with you 7th March Andrew Murray, our retiring editor who all and we hope the relationship can Tour of Arena is going to Melbourne, was awarded a continue indefinitely. 23rd May President’s Award for all the hard work Tour of Fiona Stanley CPD he has contributed. 7th June Tour of Fiona Stanley Awards Task Force The Continuing Professional Development Programme for the first 4 Administration An Awards task force was set up to half of the year has been quite extensive introduce a Presentation Day which with exceptional numbers attending. With the advent of changes of Work Safe allowed architects to talk about their Building Legislation Reforms was so Legislation the staff at the Institute awards entries to their respective popular we had to run it 4 times and the have been advised of situations they juries. The profession and allied groups rest of the programme consisted of: need to be aware of as well as having attended to trial the day on the 31st Fire Extinguisher Training and First March at UWA. The day allowed PALS programme of 5 sessions Aid course updates. In July we will be architects to get together and share undertaking evacuation procedures.

THE ARCHITECT 2012 ISSUE 002 THE ARCHITECT 13th February ideas. It was not a day for shortlisting. Film “Life Architecturally” featuring architect Rob Between the 22nd March and 29th May McBride and interior designer Debbie Ryan - at Staff have also been involved with the juries travelled to sites to check out the State Library Theatre Operational Plan; the Strategic Plan, 123 projects. The opening night of the 20th February budgets, CPD, Awards, Committee Awards Exhibition, in QV1 Foyer, was held Sarawak Assembly meetings and consequent office duties on the 3rd July with the exhibition open 21st February plus the myriad of duties associated with until 14th July. Waterfront Forum all events. Committee Meetings who is retiring as editor after this issue. So far Brad Ladyman is joining them and The committees which have been they will be starting from the 1st of July. meeting in 2012 are: Chapter Council, We wish them all the best. Merge, Practice, Access, Education, Heritage, Urban Design, Sustainable, and Thank you to all members involved in the Honours. above our State President David Karotkin and our staff Kim Burges and Voula TaskForces Kaplanis – we couldn’t do it without you.

Taskforces have been specially set up to Until next time cheers, undertake Architecture Month, Awards, BIM, Small Practice, Communications and the newly arranged Large Practices Sub Committee. Meino Mirkva

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Presentation to Juries Day Review by Patrick Ford

The last few months in the Australian Weaknesses in projects were often architecture press has seen lively conspicuous by an absence of discussion debate about the role of criticism between jurors and presenters – a within the profession. A cogent view kind of convenient entente. There is made that a profession which were moments however when more encourages robust criticism is one that critical lines of inquiry would have been will make better buildings. There is no appropriate. Poor sites - a frequent claim pretence at causality here, but rather of presenters - could have encouraged acknowledgement that pre-conditions a greater exploration of site planning for high-quality work and robust criticism issues. Whether projects ‘came in’ on are mutual: a profession that is self- budget was an unnecessarily persistent confident, engaged and articulate. In line of questioning in the Public Category this context the WA Architecture Awards – inevitably all projects met the budget ‘Presentation to Juries’ should be seen as – whereas the inquisitorial format an important and positive step. would seem to offer an opportunity to interrogate the more substantial issues This is the first time formal of long-term value so often overlooked presentations of built work by (or denied) by clients and the public. nominating Architects have been included as part of the awards process A notional concern leading into the in Western Australia. Entrants were event might have been that the format allocated 7 minutes to give a digital would expose the awards process to presentation, followed by 3 minutes to ‘talk-itecture’ – that style might prevail answer questions from the jury and 5 over substance. However presentations minutes for changeover. In the course were on the whole pragmatic, reflecting of the day a total of 123 projects were architectural responses that were very presented across 10 categories. Several much of the brief, programme and site. projects were entered in more than one There was no margin for exogenesis. category and many practices provided No manifestos. No poetry readings multiple presentations across the day. to Rachmaninov’s 5th while charcoal The management of the tight schedule sketches scrolled by. A pity perhaps, but was in itself an achievement. The format nonetheless the best presentations were followed very closely that of the Victorian those that clearly illustrated a process Architecture Awards jury presentations for making good architectural decisions. 7 which have proven very successful over a Bernard Seeber’s presentation for the number of years. Hilton Community Centre project in the Urban Design category was exemplary Contrary to instructions, jurors in this regard. Layered and analytical, it often gave the gathered audience moved efficiently from an examination an opportunity to ask questions of of macro settings to an unassuming presenters where time permitted. yet elegant response. By revealing a Audience participation was generally precision and depth of thinking, not THE ARCHITECT 2012 ISSUE 002 THE ARCHITECT very good and their questions often immediately evident within what was revealed more about schemes than a modest brief, it showed precisely the enquiries from jurors. value of the presentation format.

It was appropriate that juries didn’t Other presentations were less refined. see their role as needling schemes It was curious for example to see one or attempting to skewer presenters. presenter insist on a scheme’s urban The WA Chapter’s inaugural Jury Day, from the slightly jaundiced eye of one of its proponents, seemed to be judged a success by most participants on the day. It was always intended, from my perspective, to be predominantly a day of shared ideas, techniques, enthusiasms and (dare I say it), camaraderie, amongst what some dare to suggest is a most jealous of professions. I certainly enjoyed seeing the work of various practices in a relatively informal context and to hear from the authors and proponents of the projects. All of the venues, including design credentials to the commercial There is obvious scope to improve its the largest lecture theatre space, were architecture jury, only to use an promotion and increase the number of intimate enough, and the exchanges opportunity before the urban design attendees. Coordinating a presentation between architects and jurors were jury to gloss over its contribution day with other Institute activities or professional and personal in equal and to urban design and emphasise its design advocacy events could see more appropriate measure. commercial qualities. participation from the profession, broader industry and public. There are strong and well put conclusions Overall the day’s attendance was modest from some jurors and participants that but enthusiastic. The spontaneous There is a change taking place the day can run as a complementary discussions that broke out as crowds around how we acknowledge our best element to the awards without change moved and mingled between presenters architecture and present it to the public. to the current regime – including the WA was one of its highlights. Maybe it was Along with this year’s presentations to Chapter’s principle that every project the academic venue – inviting us all to the award juries, next year’s Architecture (within geographical reason) should re-enter the stupor of our undergraduate Awards Night will feature a new format be visited by the relevant jury. The days – which contributed to the and venue, making it more accessible experiential imperative of architecture enthusiasm of discourse. Attendees to the rank and file of the profession. is a simple and compelling basis for swapped opinions, observations and The change is evolutionary rather than both the principle and its ongoing notes - Who are you going to see next? revolutionary but while there is much endorsement. What categories are you interested in? It to admire in this first step there is still 8 is great to see someone paying homage more scope for renewal and innovation. I see no reason why it should not become to Lewerentz in the 21st Century! Do you Developing a process to recognise the Institute’s and the profession’s think that was really a ‘public’ building? architectural excellence post-occupation, premier annual event in Perth. It gave the day a real energy often as suggested in a recent report by the missing from typical Institute events and Sincere thanks to the Institute Grattan Institute, would be an initiative suggested that there is a strong appetite and Chapter team, particularly the worth looking worthy of investigation. for more. phlegmatic Kim Burges, the sceptical This would seem an obvious necessity in Meino Mirkva, the enthusiastic Trent the case of the Sustainability category. Credit should go to the members of the Woods, and the diplomatic Patrick Beale. THE ARCHITECT 2012 ISSUE 002 THE ARCHITECT Formal presentations for state nominees Institute’s Awards Taskforce for the Thanks also to all presenters, jurors and of the New and Emerging Architects prize event’s success and in particular David attendees who entered into this little but would also seem to be a positive step Karotkin, Fred Chaney, Caroline Hickey, important adventure with good spirit to shine a light on new design talent. Patrick Beale, Trent Woods and Jarrod and optimism for the day and for WA Motherway. Hopefully jury presentations Finally, could there also be room to architecture. will continue to be at the centre of specifically acknowledge the best project the awards process in the future. procured by the State Government? Fred Chaney Mondoluce is driven to explore the a well lit passion life that light brings through providing Where Tel: +61 8 9321 0101 the world’s most innovative lighting Web: www.mondoluce.com.au therE s solutions for urban landscapes, Web: www.metalight.com.au ’ architectural and commercial spaces. With Perth as our home, Mondoluce light, is using lighting as a catalyst for re-interpreting function. Light creates, therE’s highlights, delineates and illuminates: it breathes new life. Partner with us as life. we create a place of life and light. MOND10263_ THE GLOBE Projects for Brick People

selected Fremantle projects, the place most strongly associated with Klopper’s work, an essay by practitioner and UWA academic Jennie Officer and an interview with Klopper by Officer and Murray. The catalogue also includes a complete survey of the exhibition drawings along with the addition of both archival and commissioned photographs, as well as a full project list that records client, project address, building type and status. Importantly it also notes the projects that were completed as ‘Hands on Construction’, another hallmark of Klopper’s practice. What is missing from A review of Brian Klopper catalogues, provide an important record the catalogue, however, is any Architectural Projects, an for architects, architectural historians and explanation of the selection criteria for the broader community. the projects exhibited and we are left to exhibition held at Cullity More so than previous exhibitions, speculate on how this was carried out, Gallery, 19 March – 13 Brian Klopper Architectural Projects was what part Klopper may have played in April 2012, Faculty of predominantly an exhibition of drawings the selection of work and the bias that of selected projects. The decision to Architecture, Landscape and undoubtedly exists. Visual Arts, The University of focus on drawings may have limited the accessibility of the exhibition to Western Australia. For those who visited the exhibition, some; however read in conjunction with many would have already been familiar the catalogue it provides an excellent with Klopper’s projects and for them it Brian Klopper Architectural Projects is overview of Klopper’s work. The projects the most recent of a series of exhibitions provides another perspective and way were arranged in a chronological manner and catalogues of the work of Western of considering the work. For those not and it is impressive to see the scope of Australian architects produced by the familiar, I hope the exhibition prompts Klopper’s practice over a forty-year period Faculty of Architecture, Landscape and them to seek out and visit this important ranging from small single houses through Visual Arts at The University of Western body of Western Australian architecture to larger scale warehouse conversions and Australia. The first of the series was to experience it first hand. Architectural 10 unit developments. What is most evident drawings may tell us many things about held in 1992 with the exhibition and through the exhibition is the common buildings, but as Jeremy Till points out: catalogue, Jeffrey Howlett: architectural link found in all of the projects’, Klopper’s ‘plans, sections and elevations of things projects, curated and edited by Peter enduring commitment to the local that resemble the bare bones of potential Brew and Michael Markham. Subsequent tradition of building in brick. There is also architecture…[can] never approach the exhibitions include the work of Geoffrey something magical about the drawings temporality, or corporality, of the flesh of Summerhayes (1993), Gordon Finn (1995), themselves from the marks on the paper, buildings.’ However, ultimately the value Krantz and Sheldon (1996), Julius Elischer marks that reflect an earnestness in their of this exhibition and the accompanying (2003) and Raymond Jones (2011). Brian making, as well as a certain quirkiness THE ARCHITECT 2012 ISSUE 002 THE ARCHITECT Klopper Architectural Projects is the and wit, along with the materiality of the catalogue of Klopper’s work lies in its second exhibition curated and edited by drawings themselves, ‘the real thing’. capacity to contribute to the ongoing Simon Anderson and Andrew Murray, project that is the construction of an following last year’s successful Raymond The catalogue provides an excellent architectural history of Western Australia. Jones exhibition. These exhibitions are reference both for reading the exhibition valued for providing a significant focus as well as for extending an understanding Leonie Matthews on local architecture and, along with the of Klopper’s work. It includes a map of Curtin University Advocating Architecture Article by Stephen Neille

A monthly column with the wisdom that helps us to know engaging key figures in this conversation. published through the what to make of such things, to gauge Individuals who consistently promote the the value and meaning of the built greater role that architecture can play West Australian Newspaper environment. We considered a role for in society, who support and encourage created and curated by regular and informed local reporting on thinking and doing, and those who care Pendal and Neille. architecture and decided to approach the about the profession and its greater West Australian Newspapers Limited development. During the final weeks of 2010 we were to promote the idea of a monthly discussing ways to advocate for and column addressing contemporary Fourteen consecutive articles have been engage the general public in our driving issues, criticism, innovation and quality published describing topics including; passion for architecture, and to share within Perth’s and Western Australia’s the contribution made by new urban our understanding of how good building architecture and urban environment. buildings, the role of significant city design makes a significant contribution We found a champion in John Horner streets, small and intense city buildings, to the community generally and to users and Marissa Lauge who agreed to and the civic city. Proposals describing and occupants specifically. Architecture create a regular column within the new futures include; the propulsion of requires visible, audible advocates- The Property section of The West Australian Big Thinking to imagine the configuration AIA, the Office of the Government newspaper. of high density / high rise Perth, versus Architect, the Schools of Architecture the fine grain changes that are possible as well as civic-minded individuals and A charter to be associated with the with minor by-law amendments that practices. Arguments for design need column was outlined whereby the column allow individuals to create higher to be substantiated and sustained. Real should consider: density through desired accretion world problems need to be solved along and small additions such the ‘granny Urban qualities of the City of Perth: with the construction of an architectural flat. A broader media discussion was Expose, describe and champion the urban culture that provokes thought and helps sparked due to one author’s intelligent qualities of the City of Perth. Engage the us to dream of possible futures. questioning of the recent changes to public in a considered conversation about As advocates we have a responsibility the Building Act that, if interrogated the city as a physical and cultural entity, to ourselves and to sustaining our appropriately, may potentially unlock and a place of experience. (i.e. - the city practices. Equally so we have an added unused city spaces that are currently as more than a place of work, property responsibility within society to the relegated to the ‘too hard’ basket speculation and development). cultivation of our city, cultivation of our by building owners and property managers. Others have articulated the discipline and a responsibility to hand New and Emerging Architecture of importance of affirmative architecture, this on to the generation that follows, significance: To openly and critically the phenomenal joy that architecture which includes practitioners, emerging discuss and champion the quality brings, the real-world benefits of 11 architects, graduates and students of of Perth’s built environment as an good design, and the role that story architecture. As Leon van Schaik has indication of its aspirations as a place telling plays in structuring meaningful argued, the architectural profession both for now and into the future. A social places. In recent months new needs to be the guardian of spatial question of legacy- what was, what is thinking has been raised: how might we thinking on behalf of society and all that and what is yet to come. it entails. structure urban futures that consider Procurement and ensuring design the possibility of an ecological city where Tired of the manner in which excellence of public or private buildings: indigenous landscapes play a defining architectural reporting typically appears Discuss strategies available to embed role in characterising the city? What THE ARCHITECT 2012 ISSUE 002 THE ARCHITECT in local public media, usually through design excellence in the procurement solutions can be posited to create High sensational headlines relating to cost, process for new buildings, articulating Street density that intelligently address we were looking for something more. long-term benefits over short-term social and economic benefits without We understand that commerce and expenditure concerns. dismissing real health concerns caused business provide us with useful markets, by the high volume of motor vehicles economies and lifestyles but equally Local architecture and key figures: To that inevitably use streets and what it is the humanities that provide us gain a voice for local architecture by might Perth look like if we considered THE WEST AUSTRALIAN WEDNESDAY, JULY 20, 2011 THE WEST AUSTRALIAN WEDNESDAY, JUNE 15, 2011 thewest.com.au the way that rain water is captured Wednesday, March 21, 2012 PROPERTY 13 WestProperty 23 WestProperty 15 High-density residential development along busy roads poses a longer-term problem thewest.com.au/business thewest.com.au/business A city centre is common ground that belongs to the people Reconstruction lifts Japan’s economy There needs to be a rethink on how to house the world’s increasing population in the 21st century The Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors says increased activity in the con- struction sector due to reconstruction work following the March earthquake is Human habitats require thought supporting key parts of the Japanese economy. In its Global Real Estate Weekly report, the RICS says housing starts rose 6.5 per cent in May from a year earlier In a previous era, habitation residential precincts that compound of hostility. At the future costs of inappropriate and non-dwelling starts increased by 8.3 per cent. The quarter one Bank of Japan and distributed through the built near urban centres used to thrive comprise most of the urban fabric. human scale it becomes easier to housing configurations is not survey, which measures sentiment among lenders, suggests that demand for along main roads. This shift in emphasis from sites understand why balconies gather without precedent. Where are we going to live? STREET WISE loans from firms in the construction and real estate sector is coming from small- The inn or store located with of exchange to instruments of an unswept film of insidious In this instance, however, er firms as opposed to larger companies. new city in the north of Australia ■ Anthony Duckworth-Smith sufficient advantage catalysed the traffic-carrying capacity is ultra-fine particulate matter and research can be ahead of practice Finding common is a compelling idea...... so-called “high street” and these nowadays entirely evident in the the building occupants defend and presents an opportunity to Street But what about little old Perth? were, for a time, important sleeves impenetrable, abandoned and their interiors with roller effectively capitalise on the Wise Perth is predicted to grow to of economic and social exchange neglected frontages of buildings shutters. undeniably unique advantage of FOR SALE about four million people by Rapid metropolitan population and production. along their length — evidence of Traditional unco-ordinated these sites, and attempt to avoid 95 SOUTH PERTH ESPLANADE SOUTH PERTH mid-century. Current policy is that expansion in Perth and other The mass production of the urban blight, the harbinger of approaches to housing in these cementing a costly health and RICHARD WELLER 47 per cent of this growth will Australian cities (and an suburban template and the redevelopment. settings do little to address these social burden into the future ground in the city by offers to Purchase closing here are now seven billion occur inside our existing urban awareness of the predicted cost of pursuit of unrestrained vehicular This reprogramming all seems aggressive contexts. fabric of our cities. 4pm Tuesday 30 August, 2011. people on Earth and this is areas. But it will be hard to environment? unchecked suburban sprawl) has mobility that accompanied this, good and sensible until you hit the It seems highly problematic if, ...... Street Texpected to rise to 10 billion achieve for two reasons: one, we sent well-meaning urbanists off in however, overwhelmed the ground and start looking at the as appears to be the trajectory of ■ Dr Anthony Duckworth-Smith is by mid-century. Then, for the first have lots of land to sprawl into; search of opportunities to customary role of many of these resulting residential urban planning, these typologies a research associate at the Wise time in history, population growth and two, politicians are finding intensify habitation of the existing locales. environments. Loud and are continually realised. Australian Urban Design will stabilise. Why? Because most that density is a hard sell. city fabric. These high streets are now in confusing soundscapes (noise), Short-sightedness Research Centre in Perth of the 10 billion will live in cities. Developers and architects need to There appears, however, to be fact primarily understood as visual complexity, intimidating on the part of BERNARD SEEBER Urban living puts a dampener on focus on achieving affordable only a handful of potential options conduits for channelling motor pedestrian settings and harmful decision-makers civic experience is a shared experience in a reproduction rates. housing and the regulators need to achieve this, particularly given vehicles to and from the toxins mingle in an unavoidable in regard to the city. What does increase in cities, to facilitate greater the nature of our steadfast and A It is about finding common ground and however, is the quality of life experimentation. predominantly residential meaning and contact in places and spaces and people expect and the resources Yes, increased density will settlement pattern. objects that are designed and built by us for us and they consume. Consequently, create a bit of friction and some One such option recognised by others. cities are sucking the life out of congestion but, ultimately, if it is city planners is the land next to Riding the trolleybus in from Joondanna in the the planet. well designed, then higher density busy roads. This supports mid-50s through Mt Hawthorn and Leederville, Rare 991m2 vacant R80 development site with stunning north orientation in the The big question then for this in certain areas will have well-connected, high-frequency past the markets and then the city and the suited prestigious cul-de-sac end of South Perth Esplanade in close proximity to Mends St, century is whether we can design beneficial cultural and economic street-based public transport. photographer in front of the bank and the General Ferry, shopping, restaurant precinct. sustainable systems of food, water Hard sell: Curtailing Perth’s urban sprawl will be hard because of the increasing population. effects for the whole city. 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There is sensitive new-age suburbs (SNAS) big homes and their big carbon and better cultural facilities. therefore any successful strategy It is in our city centres that public squares and For its part in this 21st century also a political backlash building linked to food production, water footprints for well-designed If it is well designed, Perth will can be realised en masse. They are * 13000sq (approx) * 6000sqm hardstand art houses and railway stations were the finest, phenomenon of global in most Australian cities. harvesting and habitat urbane environments. become a great city, not just a nice well serviced by public transport, warehouse facility * Available now and commercial houses and churches the most urbanisation the population of So where will these extra restoration. Thirdly, people will shift to suburb. subject to blight and one of the few * 150-300sqm offi ce demonstrative, and assembles of those Australia is predicted to reach Aussies live? There are four likely The second place where regions that present work and conceivably neutral sites that 61 million by 2100. Historically, places. The first is of course in Australians will live is in new lifestyle opportunities. Richard Weller is the director Luke Pavlos commissioned to represent us, the most important. could be annexed from the fiercely Mal Ashton this kind of growth is the norm new suburbs. But, if suburbia is to apartments inside our current Finally, we will need to create of the Australian Urban M: 0417 655 555 M: 0408 932 321 It is these spaces and places that presented who we culture by contributing to the consistent defended residential enclaves of P: 08 9388 6600 P: 08 9325 5880 were more than any other place; the height of our but whereas growth used to be a survive the 21st century, as I city limits — ideally apartments entirely new cities. For example, a Design Research Centre the urban mosaic. Accordingly, E: mal.ashton@ E: [email protected] culture in streets and facades and special places. local planning schemes often naiharcourts.com.au The city centre offered civic experience while the cautiously promote higher density NAI Harcourts WA suburb was a dormitory, supportive and Joint ownership: Civic space at Council House in Perth. Cape View Assets, Bussell Highway, Busselton in these locations. Car conduit: Relegating high-density housing will have a costly long-term impact on our city. subservient. Perhaps a simplistic view and EXPRESSION OF INTEREST #12W1218353-22/2 definitely well and truly dated. in redevelopment and recent development. Welshpool site on offer Where does the city end and the suburb begin? For Perth, bookended by the demolition of the A sale price of $7.9 million or a leasing factory/workshop and a 350sqm Where does the suburb end and the city begin and Barracks and the retention of Council House, a price of $480,000 per annum has been administration building,” he said. Rare Swan River development Variety Club benefits from Bibra deal in any case, does transport, cyberspace and optic period of development may be closing. There is an placed on a factory complex suited for “The eastern side of the factory has WA’s industrial property market con- oped to raise funds for the charity cable render the dichotomy irrelevant and dead awareness of opportunities for new approaches to heavy engineering in Welshpool. a large canopy as well as a lunchroom, opportunity revealed. tinues to strengthen, with Knight Variety Club. The modern building on There’s nothing like and buried in the 20th century? development. Change need not be dominated by an The site at 2-4 Granite Place is being workshop and workshop offices.” formation of the built environment then, Are our city centres now central business imitation of other cities and places; rather it can marketed by Martin Vogt of Ray White Mr Vogt said the property would Frank completing some significant a 1590sqm site at 64 Bushland Ridge sales and leasing deals in the Bibra sold for $2.35 million. districts with filing cabinets of workers at the be an augmentation of what exists, a building on Commercial Perth, and has been sig- appeal to any large engineering works, intersections of primary transport routes? Is the the patterns that make and communicate nificantly improved by its owners. manufacture, assembly and construc- Lake and Cockburn commercial pre- The land for the development was Under Instructions From Receivers And Managers cinct. donated by the WA Land Authority, the a major artery to get civic experience to be had at the beach or farm familiarity through a history and that include Mr Vogt said the property has excel- tion business given its size and facil- In the most significant sale, local building was built and donated by Des- where porpoise and kangaroos are real rather than special spaces. This is in contrast to the 7 Holiday Units Development Lots 40 and 42 lent exposure and fronts Orrong Road, ities. It has a five-tonne gantry crane, a bronze? monologue of anonymous boom building that does Felspar Street and Granite Place. It 10-tonne crane and big bituminised ar- owner-occupier Magellan Power mar Properties and Knight Frank • Completed to roof cover • Combined Land Area 5092m2 PERTH CBD Cities from Geraldton to Albany are planning not give to the ‘civic’ and that results in occupies two lots and the area is about ea and hardstand, quarantine wash bought a newly constructed industrial agents Scott Bailey and Mark Swale • Various stages of completion • Possible Development 36 Holiday units business pumping. 11,400sqm. bay and oil separator as well as heavy- building in Bibra Lake that was devel- donated their resources to sell it. and undertaking significant civic works and in disconnection and poor experience. • Two storey design • Full drawings and costs available Perth there is a persistent self-conscious debate An open corner, a seat, an art form, and a tree; • QS report on cost to complete • On Broadwater Holiday strip “The main features of the property duty concrete flooring. Prestige Parade about what is wrong and why the city needs the best paver, the best orientation the best shape include an approximately 1250sqm MARISSA LAGUE For Sale by Expressions of Interest. change. and access for all, and the rest will take care of in order to be generally understood, it All off ers considered either in one line or as individual units and lots. Current generations see the city as a place itself. www.colliers.com.au/2867152 for finding common ground and meaning and Nick Di Lello Inspiration Drive contact in places and spaces and objects and Bernard Seeber is director, Bernard Seeber Pty Ltd 0434 650 853 Closing Date Thursday 4th August at 4:00pm New Lease CERTIFIED they are asking where these places are. Some have Architects, and an adjunct professor, 08 9261 6655 been removed, and some have not been provided school of the built environment, Curtin University [email protected] enables CTI PRACTISING www.colliers.com.au P97514 to expand VALUER Vision Street gara Road Expanding transport Gnan Glendinnings is seeking the services of a and logistics group The above image shows the outline of the structure plan area. Outstanding Investment CTI Logistics has Certifi ed Practising Valuer. requires discussion and description at a leased a big hardstand Opportunity Accelerating success. facility with a ware- Our main offi ce is located in Como and we 5 shares remaining in Exceptional house at Bibra Lake. have additional offi ces in Northam, servicing First call for developers at Land Syndicate The property, at 71 the Wheatbelt, and Karratha, servicing the Howson Way, was Pilbara. Springs Rivervale now open. Atwell St Buy into this property before Jurien Bay – Prime Beachfront Site CBD Development Site leased in a deal nego- anticipated rezoning tiated by John Cowan, We will consider contract work FOR SALE FOR SALE This is your chance to build at the edge of the Swan River in Perth. Located just fi ve kilometres from the reet $100,000 per share - 3 Year time frame of Ray White Commer- cial Perth. For a confi dential discussion, please call Perth CBD, the Springs Rivervale estate encompasses 14 hectares within easy walking distance of train Gnangara Road Very Low risk Mr Cowan said the Ross Sharp direct on 0403 589 995 or and bus routes, cycle and walking paths, all linking to the city. 1) No borrowings - so no interest payments or new property offers a email your details to public level. Our intention for the column lenders involved s Three townhouse/medium density residential s Two commercial/mixed use lots High-exposure commercial release in Enterprise Park, land area of 12,397sqm 2) Includes option to investors to sell back share [email protected] with a 450sqm ware- lots centrally located on Hawksburn Road - Facing Great Eastern Highway Wangara - two lots now selling. for $150,000 at the end of 3 years if desired 2 2 (guarantees 31% profi t after all costs as a worst house and was needed - Sizes from 2,230m - Sizes from 3,168m Strategically located in the rapidly growing northern corridor, Enterprise Park in Wangara is one case scenario) by CTI Logistics as it Subdivision Site Mandurah Area - Maximum four storeys 3) Buy at the bottom of the cycle for development required additional of Perth’s most successful and innovative industrial estates. Two large, highly visible lots, which land enjoy the upside space after winning FOR SALE This is a rare offering with fl exible opportunities. Construction of buildings is expected to begin in 2012. will form a commercial centre for local workers, are now available for sale by private treaty. Outlines indicative only Outlines indicative only By Expressions of Interest Very High Potential Profi t new contracts. Submissions close 2pm WST Thursday 28 July 2011. Glenn Brown, logis- Closing 4pm July 4th For more information contact Ian Mickle 0434 659 800 or • Lot 478 is 5,863sqm and Lot 479 is 5,132sqm Huge potential Capital Gain from 1 Casuarina Crescent, Jurien Bay 609 Wellington St, Perth WA tics manager at CTI, • Potential 80 lot residential subdivision after rezoning development Nick Di Lello 0434 650 853 at Colliers International. To download • Prime location on the corner of Prestige Parade and Gnangara Road 2 said the company oper- Prime location - Ideal Timing • 4.03 hectares • Directly adjacent to foreshore reserve and beach front • Land Area of 1,391m (approx) • Short term holding income • Adjacent to the Serpentine is to develop and publish a regular • Selling by private treaty • Multiple development ated from a Bibra Lake the Expression of Interest document visit springsrivervale.com.au • Zoned “Tourist” • WAPC approval for survey strata development • Zoned Citiplace Precinct (C5) - Experienced reputable sellers will retain location near the new- River • Site works have been completed opportunities City Centre • Outline development plan For more information, contact Jarrad Grierson 0413 242 240 or approximately 50% of syndicate and ly leased property and close to fi nal adoption manage the project through to completion For Sale by EOI Closing Thursday 11 August 2011 at 4pm (WST) For Sale by Off ers to Purchase has now leased three Mark Swale 0411 225 251 at Knight Frank or visit landcorp.com.au/enterprisepark www.colliers.com.au/2869615 www.colliers.com.au/5787709 • Subdivision application For further detail Contact: properties in the area lodged LAND2698 Roger Whalan 0412 027 333 Erwin Edlinger Brett Wilkins because of increased • All the hard work has been Brett Wilkins Nicholas Agapitos done email [email protected] 0434 659 810 0411 333 955 0411 333 955 0434 659 808 demand. Dale Deeks 0412 424 494 08 9261 6658 08 9261 6602 08 9261 6602 08 9261 6647 CTI Logistics will Darren Blowes lease the property for 0412 945 251 #11W832067-8/6 P97336 [email protected] and informed commentary on local www.colliers.com/perth P97655 $247,940 per annum. LAND2254 architecture, to engage the public and

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As citizens we should ★ ★ up and finding itself ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ • 2 x Gantry Cranes & loads of power Wise wide spine that binds a diverse exposure. It is the role of the urban design recognise the importance of Asking Price $8.65 Million + $865,000 GST range of essential urban functions- Moving towards the city centre, authority of the city to establish Wellington Street. Mike Dunsmore WestProperty today launches a monthly column exploring Perth’s urban qualities, emerging residential, commercial, retail, passing beneath the Mitchell clear and enforceable rules for any 0413 754 110 STEPHEN NEILLE health, government, parkland and Freeway the striking Perth Arena development along Wellington Dr Stephen Neille is co-founder of Offers Invited Offi ce: 9495 9999 architecture and WA’s built environment. It will discuss the city’s role as more than a place of work, transport interchange, into a linear is taking shape adjacent to the Street to ensure its success as a Pendal and Neille Architects and chair Closing 2.00pm (WST) Wednesday, 16 November 2011 www.oneilrealestate.com.au 11W701317-9/3 property speculation and development, the legacy of our buildings and the quality of architecture. he City of Perth is structured urban collective. former Perth Entertainment grand city boulevard. of Architectural Design at Curtin by an elongated urban grid Starting at the western and Centre. It is a venue that played an Astute property observers would University’s Department of Simon Pendal, co-founder of Pendal and Neille Architects and a lecturer at Curtin University’s Tthat follows the alignment of eastern ends, both sides are lined important role in hosting be aware of the key role that Architecture and Interior Department of Architecture and Interior Architecture, begins the series the Swan River foreshore. This with fine-grain, low-rise large-stage shows during the 1970s Wellington Street will play in the Architecture expertise on a wide range of topics. We street pattern, first laid out by commercial, civic and residential and 80s. Crossing Pier Street from Surveyor-General John Septimus buildings. Descending towards the the east, the railway kisses 16 Lot Industrial Land Roe in 1829, included two major city, Harold Boas Gardens to the the boulevard to form Perth’s Sub-division Geraldton Street continuous east-west “boulevards”, west and Wellington Square to the major public transport Wise St. Georges Terrace and Wellington east create an important parkland interchange. SECURELY LEASED The Perfect Retail Investment Now Is The Time To Invest Street. focus for the medium-density It is here at the centre of FOR SALE INVESTMENT 59 Arpenteur Drive, Baldivis WA St. Georges Terrace is well housing in their respective Wellington Street that it – Modern neighbourhood shopping centre SIMON PENDAL known as Perth’s premier city precincts. Crossing Sutherland develops an essential role as – Six tenancies fully leased “boulevard”. However, Wellington Streets to the west, bigger retail the northern-most civic edge LOT 24 SOUTHBANK CENTRAL MEDICAL CENTRE – Building GLA 641m² Three moments in the city. Street — named after Arthur structures such as Harbour Town to the “city proper”, where – Land area 4,103m² Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington — – Long leases plus options If you walk up William Street from our and medium-rise commercial medium-rise buildings of 38 Meadowvale Ave, – Excellent depreciation allowances believe that myth making is important city’s centre to Aberdeen Street in North- forms Perth’s backbone and headquarters such as the RAC high architectural merit line South Perth Shane Isaacs 0408 883 987 bridge you would be right to think that deserves focused attention in order establish a Wellington Street the south side to form the [email protected] something is afoot in Perth. to understand its place as the other address that makes commercial Wellington boulevard. • New 10 year lease Level 7, 221 St Georges Terrace For decades we have used the blinkered city boulevard. sense and develops the boulevard’s This civic edge defines the • Comprises Southbank Day Surgery Perth WA 6000 term “central business district” instead of From a distance we know the civic scale. northern face to the city and 08 9288 0288 “city”, which supports a fundamentally city via its silhouette, but once At Hill Street, in the east, Royal is arguably its second • Full fl oor strata 1554sqm* www.burgessrawson.com.au different understanding of this important inside we understand the city by its Perth Hospital provides vital defining characteristic after • Net income $636,906pa* place. streets. So what is the character of infrastructure and a collection of the Swan River silhouette. We have been forced to consider this a Wellington Street? important historical buildings and Such civic edges must be Offers to Purchase invited close place solely for working and shopping Wellington Street forms the useful courtyard gardens. On the consciously designed and Thursday 12 May at 4.00pm and that a shared spatial intelligence For Sale rather than as a place that supports the northern boundary of the “city south side west of the freeway, built with a sense of 3 Edward Road, Narngulu WA richness of daily life. proper”; it is a two-way vehicle and astute enterprises have chosen to continuing purpose. Too For further details contact: Ambitious: A then relatively unknown architect Iwan Iwanoff designed this Dianella home, now WA’s youngest heritage-listed building, in 1974. Building our city has been governed Beautifully made: The new State Theatre uses materials of specific qualities to create atmosphere. pedestrian boulevard that runs retain a series of refined works of often cities lose their Peter Arnautovic 0412 757 556 Offers Invited D Lots ranging in size from 2,007m² - 3,341m² Shane Isaacs 0408 883 987 more by important but myopic financial between Perth Modern School, modernist architecture that attain distinguishing character Michael Milne 0403 466 603 Closing 5.00pm (WST) Wednesday, 26 October 2011 D Rob Selid 0412 198 294 Titles expected April / May 2011 models than by the production of quality I refer to contributions made via three es invite visitation while its exterior is D Each of us should be advocates of quality architecture Suit owner occupiers, developers, investors environments for both private and public wonderful new public buildings linked by carefully scaled to the street. It D Strong growth corridor D 5 sold / 4 under offer benefit. Good cities rely on civic minded- their William Street addresses — the 140 responds to and enriches its surrounds. then government architect Professor urban space for the public. D Only 7 lots remain D Below market prices Leach Hwy ness and generosity to make places worth William Street buildings above the Perth The new State Theatre Complex is subtle, Street Geoffrey London. Each will become Every citizen is an advocate of 9320 0000 *Approx For Sale by Private Treaty visiting. Underground station, the State Theatre quiet and perfectly formed to its corner Wise significant civic buildings highly valued architecture. The single residence is Orrong Rd Recently, because of the considerable Complex on Roe Street and the new B2 location. Rather than colour and formal www.realcommercial.com.au/5768062 by generations. where our next generation of talented yne Rd Ballant James Condon effort of many, our city appears to be wak- building at Central TAFE on Aberdeen extravagance it uses materials of specific State Government should not be the architects find a voice. In 1974, the can be fostered through such regular 0417 585 474 ing up and finding itself. The city worker, Street. qualities to create atmospheres. ADRIAN IREDALE only advocate for public space –– local Marsalas commissioned a relatively [email protected] savills.com.au day tripper and resident are being offered In addition to their address, these recent- Internally, its gold foyer and twin perfor- council must play a significant role in unknown architect, Iwan Iwanoff, to generous and intelligent spaces to work, ly completed city projects have something mance spaces are beautifully made and Architecture is for all. A walk through the realising quality designed buildings and design their home in Dianella. The design shop, enjoy the arts and to learn. else in common; design excellence was a almost sublime. This building lingers in city and suburbs is an experience in the places. Unfortunately, many local council was ambitious and challenging and mandated requirement the mind. 32.288 HA OF URBAN ZONED DEVELOPMENT LAND shared domain of architecture. The cities buildings are commissioned based on low embraced sustainable architecture. The throughout their design and The 140 William Street project is perfor- FOR SALE we love to visit exemplify this. In Perth, professional fees and up-front home was recently restored and adapted *Approximate boundary only eldersre.com.au construction. Each was mance-based, so its shapely exterior keeps we should expect individual works of construction costs. This translates into by Donaldson and Warn Architects for ‘Gateway Site to Kewdale’ required to delight its occu- the sun’s heat at bay, reducing energy con- architecture to collectively make our city minimal time and effort on design and new owners and added to the State One of Kewdale’s Most Exposed Properties Vital: Wellington Street’s key role in the future of the city should be acknowledged. Picture: Gerald Moscarda “PRESTON RIDGE” Donnybrook WA pants, the city and its public. Cli- sumption and makes a large building intri- and its suburbs generous and joyful. We construction with cheap buildings of little heritage list as the youngest-ever listed – Ideal as a development site or for an owner occupier ents, architects, consultant cate. This shapeliness is its founding expect only the best from our sporting civic value the outcome. This is amplified building. – Land area 1.3417 hectares and sustained discourse. The series is teams and end-users were given success. teams. Let us expect the same of the places when we understand that the cost of Our cities and suburbs are complex – Functional office/warehouse with a large area of hardstand REBATE OF just enough room to move to Its extensive and dynamic glass walls Andrew McKerracher 0411 611 919 % PAID TO we inhabit daily and from those who make quality-based professional expertise is entities with multiple layers that may be 1½ deliver inspiring and engaging increase each floor’s exposure to daylight, FOR SALE Wellard land for auction the decision to build. less than one per cent of a project’s total individually irrelevant but collectively [email protected] OUTSIDE AGENT city buildings. This is a sign that views of the sky and surrounds, enclosed CB Richard Ellis will auction eight parcels of land Let’s value and understand what lifecycle cost and rapidly pays for itself significant. New additions must be Robin Hammond 0407 070 441 Perth has the capacity to leave a gardens and external terraces. Great Commercial 3 Lots on the Corner in Wellard that may offer buyers future develop- [email protected] of Lord Hobart Drive already exists in our city and embrace the many times over via considered and tested carefully procured with criteria that INTRODUCING SUCCESSFUL BUYER legacy of buildings equal to City buildings of this quality cost a little ment potential as the surrounding areas move diversity of the built environment, new or design for climate. promote sensitivity to the context and Level 7, 221 St Georges Terrace Opportunity and Mandurah Road Madora Bay Perth WA 6000 those from the close of the 1890s more up-front but far less in the long term, through the rezoning process. old. Our city is developing at an Council House (1962) was the result of a long-term quality. We all have a WA, Byford: Lot 2 South Western Highway C gold rush. that’s an indisputable fact. We would do hildcare The blocks front Wellard Road, about 35km south Cen unsustainable pace. Our tendency is to 08 9288 0288 tre MAJOR HIGHWAY competition. It was threatened with responsibility –– State Government, local • 35 km south east of the Perth CBD • Landholding in the heart of www.burgessrawson.com.au Approx 250ac 2 titles in the heart of the beautiful Preston Valley. Home of the renown Karakara Murray Grey Stud. Huge What makes each so much well to expect all city buildings and land- LORD H EXPOSURE of Perth, and range in size from 5.4ha to 13.6ha, remove buildings that have not reached demolition in the 1980s but has since council, developers and individuals –– to OBARTOBAR DRIVE 3 more than the status quo? The scapes to achieve this level of quality for RD making them big enough for hobby farms, despite a • 32.288 ha of Urban Development zoned land Byford Town Centre 300,000m Dam approx 3/4 km in length, bore other dams some spring fed, water system set up for assured year round 20 To be sold individually or m the age of significance and replace them become a significant and highly valued expect this and make it happen. 2 m 4 42. 0 LOT 5 1 m large portion of each lot including part of Wellard plentiful supply all over property. Dual side Preston River frontage and highway frontage. Very good infrastructure B2 TAFE building is playful and the contribution that they make to our . as a package, this 3320m site • LSP approved for retirement and lifestyle village • Work with Shire to maximize 6 3 103 with bigger, cheaper and more landmark building. QV1 on St Georges Intelligent and generous societies 2 m AM BLVD AM 747m .562 8 throughout including 4x2 homestead situated to take full advantage of views. joyous. daily lives. 3 LOT has 62.5m of street frontage. Lake, which will ultimately be protected should 20 .13 102 • Alternate option for approximately 340 residential lots development potential environmentally destructive buildings. Terrace is an important example of how cultivate the minds of the young and offer ongoing, authors are being cultivated 7m 1706m2 m 6 So much on offer at “Preston Ridge”. For sale by Tender on a bare basis or W.I.W.O (full excellent plant and equipment .58 Internally, it is exceptionally Go for a walk at lunch or after work and 43 further residential development eventuate. 40.7 77 This column previously drew attention developers benefited by making a them opportunities so that they will foster m OFFERS TO PURCHASE BY 5TH MAY 2011 For Sale by Offers Invited closing 29th April 2011 at the offi ces of CB Richard Ellis Perth.

plus Murray Grey Stud) email link www.walandbank.com/karakara Seller Terms Considered. ADDINGH 18. 5m CBRE selling agents David Kennedy and Ryan generous and lively. Its entranc- see how you respond. 8m 01 2. m to recent civic buildings, 140 William desirable address that contributed to the 3 the generation emerging below them. .4 Tender close Thursday 28th April 2011 for full details, tender documents and inspection arrangements. LOT 8 m 107 4 Zoned R15 5 ᔡ 0 2 6. 867m Ryan McGinnity David Kennedy m McGinnity said the land would be auctioned on 4 4 32 . Street, The State Theatre and Central city. Here, Harry Seidler designed a . 22 552m RE0337/R ᔡ Zoned Commercial 0417 719 712 / 08 9320 0045 0439 038 006 / 08 9320 0087 John Wilson 0428 866 033 MANDURAHMA June 4 under instruction from KordaMentha as TAFE. Each building was thoughtfully building that embraced sustainable design Adrian Iredale is a Offers Invited For further details Call Bryan Cusick on 9582 0489 * Boundaries are approx only. Level 2, 216 St Georges Terrace, Perth Elders 08 9791 0985 | Web Id 448814 Tender #11W740975-13/4 receivers and managers. procured through competitions under the while generously providing a unique director of iredale pedersen hook architects Closing 2.00pm (WST) Thursday, 3 November 2011 www.madorabay.com.au cbre.com.au Under Instruction from Receivers and Managers

Prime industrial Closing 2.00pm (WST) Wednesday, 26 October 2011 GOING GOING At the office of Burgess Rawson Offers to Purchase Lvl 7 221 St Georges Tce, Perth and ongoing topics discussed. Articles OFFERS TO PURCHASE OFFERSO TO PURCHASE Exciting Tavern Opportunity sites snapped up BLUE CHIP RETAIL INVESTMENT Significant sales in Perth’s prime The property was bought by Hei Hu FOR SALE industrial areas of Welshpool and Pty Ltd, a Chinese steel company, for FOR SALE Kewdale have been negotiated by Col- $4.55 million. Hometown liers International in what is being Colliers International’s Andrew Mandurah WA seen as a further sign of the growing Fife, who brokered the deal, said the *Approximate boundary only • 5,843sqm* Buildings strength of Perth’s industrial market. sale was a clear demonstration of the Beachfront Development Site With Vacant Tavern The properties were snapped up by return of bigger buyers and overseas • 12,446sqm* Land Seabird WA, 44 McCormick Street Pig & Whistle Tavern, Swan View WA a major overseas buyer and a local players to the Perth industrial • $1,080,000* Net Passing – Land area 1.4367ha are published in the West Australian owner-occupier respectively. market. • Leading National Tenants – Freehold & Business – Prime redevelopment site – Development Approval for 57 holiday units, two caretaker – Prominent location – Thriving business units, restaurant, cafe and small bar, shop and managers Both deals are unconditional and “Those offshore buyers are very 98 & 100 Guthrie St OSBORNE PARK and are due to settle next week. much back in evidence and having – Site area 7,682m² – Bars, Bistro, Alfresco, Drive-Thru, Pub TAB office WA, Perth: 278-282 Beaufort Street WA, Leederville: 301 Vincent Street 4, 6 & 8 Ruse St OSBORNE PARK – 100km north of Perth CBD The Welshpool property, at 134 the reach of a global agency means Graeme Clarke 0413 732 053 – 118 metres of beach frontage • Site area 1523sqm* • Site Area 536sqm* Selling Together or Separately [email protected] Sheffield Road, is a large engineering we’re across the different players who Offers to purchase Rob Selid Graeme Clarke facility that came to market following are looking for assets in Perth,” he • Zoned ‘Commercial’ • Zoned ‘District Centre’ Combined land – 4124m2 Combined building – 3127m2 Level 7, 221 St Georges Terrace, Perth WA 6000 closing Friday 0412 198 294 0413 732 053 a move by one of WA’s most prominent said. • Short Term leaseback • Short Term leaseback 98 Guthrie St 825m2 Land and 738m2 offi ce / warehouse [email protected] [email protected] engineering consultancies. The Kewdale deal consisted of two 13th May 2011 at 3.00pm 100 Guthrie (4 Ruse st) 1649m2 Land & 1080m2 offi ce / warehouse 08 9288 0288 Level 7, 221 St Georges Terrace The move by Abesque Engineering lots — 33 and 169 Chisholm Crescent, For sale individually by offers to purchase invited closing Michael Milne 6 Ruse St 825m2 Land and 715m2 offi ce / warehouse www.burgessrawson.com.au Perth WA 6000 Ltd, which specialises in providing which were sold to a local owner- Friday 13th May 2011 at 3.00pm 0403 466 603/(08) 9320 0040 8 Ruse St 825m2 Land & 594m2 warehouse/ workshop 08 9288 0288 engineering design, construction and occupier. The adjacent lots — a Offers to Purchase closing 27 Oct 2011 (if not sold prior) www.burgessrawson.com.au on the 3rd Wednesday of each month; project management to the booming 2092sqm lot with 700sqm of office/ Michael Milne * All sizes are approx resource sector, to bigger premises warehouse and hardstand and a 0403 466 603/08 9320 0040 Level 2, ADAM SMITH 0434 216 575 left the 10,940sqm Sheffield Road 1708sqm vacant site — were sold for * approx Level 2, 216 St Georges Terrace, Perth *approx 216 St Georges Terrace, Perth #11W1000598 - 28/9 facility vacant. $2.5 million. cbre.com.au/2826502 cbre.com.au 2 St Georges Terrace, Perth www.alessandrino.com.au 9221 1966 if you happen to miss one all past and

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Commercial society. suburbs, urban fringe, country towns and remote contribute to the revitalised urban environment Street level: 100 St Georges Terrace creates a new mall to Hay Street. Picture: Gerald Moscarda In Australia, the global financial crisis was locations. Then Wolf Lane — boutique shops, small cbre.com.au be high on aspiration and low responded innovatively, with A common reaction to the Burswood and the innovative and modern vision held for offices and a couple of bars. Here small on detail, leaving local council recently unanimously charge of “Dullsville” is the call this location. quickly followed by the Black Saturday bushfires Curated as a series of interactive lectures and interventions make a difference. Detail in Off the courtyard an inviting passage government responsible for voting to allow small secondary to provide vitality through and floods in Queensland. In this context the panel discussions, the speakers will describe their • Total land area 1,834m2 (approx) the paving gives scale, and new apartments leads up to the Perth Institute of Contempo- implementing broad objectives dwellings on lots of 450sqm or question is not necessarily about disaster relief but predominantly built work and real projects that more cafes and bars. Fremantle • Permitted uses: Residential, Commercial, Offi ces more about how to deal with the everyday address real problems. The critical question here is Pendal and Neille supply a local population. This is a start, rary Art and the “cultural precinct”. SEARCHING FOR AN IDEAL — often a challenge. Urban more where there is already a on a weeknight is proof that and Short stay accommodation but could go a lot further. Despite the dreary 1980s urban design, design is a delicate balance house. These are not granny those alone do not make an Now Selling Investments challenges of rebuilding a community. what contribution architects and architecture can Why not tiny towers in these backstreets today it is sunny, the old buildings look between pragmatism and flats as we know them; they do animated place. Port Hedland, 1 Trig Street Cnr Pinga Street Selling on behalf of Expressions of Interest closing Affirmative Architecture is an exhibition and make in each situation and how their research, — one apartment on each floor, a San terrific and small groups of people mingle BUSINESS LOCATION? provocation. not have to house a family Instead, this quiet alternative, Tuesday 13 September at 2pm (WST) symposium that seeks to define an emergent trend strategies and skills might make a real difference – Rent $265,950 pa www.colliers.com.au/2877963 Gimignano in Perth? The added pop- or cross purposefully. It looks alive. People Planning is fundamentally member, be connected to a road applicable to approximately among young architects and designers to to everyday life. – Improvements 1,125m²* www.busselton.wa.gov.au ulation would cause these signs of life to pause, sit on the steps and check each concerned with change, yet the or require car bays. 5000 lots in Fremantle, is a real – Land area 5,956m² Long Secure Leases to Covs re-engage; it’s about the capacity of architecture proliferate. other out. very idea of change creates And crucially, if certain harbinger of change. Inherently – $2,995,000 (GST Going Parts Pty Ltd a wholly owned Nick Di Lello and design to make life better. Affirmative Architecture Perth is on this Saturday On to Forrest Place — long an example of Small, cheap additions — brightly paint- tension. requirements are met, they do sustainable, it can populate, Concern) subsidiary of and guaranteed by 1300 133 173 The symposium draws together international and Sunday at The Bakery in Northbridge. [email protected] what was wrong about Perth, driven by ed metal boxes and planks for sitting — Public sentiment towards not require planning approval. reinvigorate and dispel fears of and Australian architects who have demonstrated For details or booking, go to Kalgoorlie, 29 Boulder Road private commercial interests and with enliven the area, and hint at what a great broad objectives of greater With prescience, Fremantle density. commitment to a social agenda and have made a www.affirmativearchitecture.com (Simon Pendal and Stephen Neille little sense of public ownership. Things are place this could become. Here there are housing diversity, recognises that the very It recognises, formalises and – Rent $153,000 pa significant contribution to the public realm. changing here, too. The adjacent 140 Wil- plans afoot for both the public spaces and environmentally and socially existence of statutory encourages an enduring – Improvements 1,630m²* – All with new 5 year leases In a contemporary context, these practitioners Associate Professor Martyn Hook is head of the – Land area 3,019m² liam Street complex has created a network sustainable growth and more – Commenced 2 July 2011 have a positive consideration of social engagement, School of Architecture & Design, RMIT University, the museum. complexities can create indigenous dwelling type found – $1,725,000 (GST Going – Annual rent reviews from July 2013 careful analysis of existing conditions and a and director, iredale pedersen hook architects of new lanes and arcades including a court- Let’s hope the designers have the skill to affordable housing is highly objections. By removing a in truly diverse cities. Concern) www.colliers.com.au P98253 yard designed by Lovell Chen, that provide create more than just a statement, instead sympathetic, yet the way these regulatory barrier, the – 2 x 5 year options pleasant diversions from the traffic and a new urban territory, complex and invit- might be implemented is seen constraints of our planning Jennie Officer is co-director of the Geraldton, 150 Flores Road – Tenant pays outgoings – 5 sold, only 3 left noise. It seems that Perth is finally starting ing. Sounds like a good opportunity for an as more problematic. system are minimised. architectural practice Officer – Rent $158,850 pa to change as we begin to discover its latent For example, one key target of Woods and assistant professor in architectural competition! By allowing independent – Improvements 1,777m²* Rob Selid 0412 198 294 qualities. Directions 2031 is to ensure that occupation of the small architecture at UWA – Land area 4,326m² [email protected] Accelerating success. Cities need diverse spaces. At the new Associate Professor Nigel Westbrook – $1,695,000 (GST Going State Theatre Complex, you can simply teaches in the faculty of architecture, Concern) Robin Hammond 0407 070 441 are founding directors of Pendal and walk in off the street and find yourself in a landscape and visual arts at the University of *Improvements approx only [email protected] Western Australia and is a director of kind of public room, a space that feels dig- Level 7, 221 St Georges Terrace, Perth WA 6000 nified, and leads into a courtyard that de Villiers Westbrook Architecture, Planning Offers Invited Well Located, Double Supermarket Anchored, Neighbourhood Shopping Centre with Signifi cant Potential (STCA) seems to invite ideas for its use. & Urban Design Closing 5.00pm (WST) Wednesday, 26 October 2011 08 9288 0288 FOR SALE 12 www.burgessrawson.com.au Altone Park Shopping Centre, On site 11.00am – WST 161 Altone Road, Beechboro, WA Leach Hwy Tuesday, 27 September 2011 • LC1426 Offers Invited Equipment Auction follows Modern and well designed convenience based Shopping Centre anchored Orrong Rd Closing 2.00pm (WST) Wednesday, 5 October 2011 Auction immediately after by Woolworths and Supa IGA Supermarkets, 19 specialities, 5 ATM’s lantyne Rd Bal together with freestanding McDonalds and beeches Tavern incorporating Neille and teach at Curtin University, Rockingham Industry Zone - land now selling. Food Processing Facility a total GLA 8,024m² (approx) Prime industrial land with high exposure Dixon Road frontage. 33.84m 1,161m² Davenport (Bunbury) • Strong tenancy mix featuring Australia Post, Nando’s and Subway as well Strategically located close to some of Perth’s major industrial zones 34.42m 17 Palmer Crescent Pier St as providing a full range of food and convenience based uses to attract – Sought after locality such as Kwinana, Latitude 32 and the Australian Marine Complex. customers to this vibrant local Centre *Approximate boundary only – Facility includes freezers, blast freezers and Brewer St chillers Access to major transport routes. *Approximate boundary only ‘Gateway Site to Kewdale’ – Previously operated as a chicken processing • Major tenancies contributing over 54% of Net Income Prime Inner City Opportunity One of Kewdale’s Most Exposed Properties facility Light Industry zoning. 65 - 67 Brewer Street, Perth – Ideal as a development site or for an owner occupier – Land area 5,843m² approx • Abundant and convenient ‘At-Grade’ car parking for 418 car spaces Eight lots now selling - sized between 1,982m2 and 6,010m2 and priced – Land area 1.3417 hectares – Suits various redevelopment or refurbishment possibilities – Large area of hardstand providing easy access to all main entry points Department of Architecture and Interior – Functional office/warehouse with a large area of hardstand – Landmark inner city location Under instructions from – Land area 1,161m² Dermott McVeigh and Gary Doran As Agents from $530,000. Andrew McKerracher 0411 611 919 • High profi le, main road site of 26,702m², with only 30% site [email protected] – Corner site with two street frontage plus ROW access for Mortgagee in Possession Andrew McKerracher 0411 611 919 Opportunity to amalgamate lots for development. – Existing office/warehouse [email protected] coverage (approx) Robin Hammond 0407 070 441 – Zoned ‘Residential/Commercial’ [email protected] John Saunders 0419 972 000 Brodie Keay 0403 552 809 • For more information contact Matthew Lyford at Watchtower Property Shane Isaacs 0408 883 987 [email protected] [email protected] Fully leased Net Passing Income: $1,530,000 (approx) [email protected] 149 Victoria Road Level 7, 221 St Georges Terrace Level 7, 221 St Georges Terrace Bunbury WA 6230 Perth WA 6000 on 9478 5777 or visit landcorp.com.au/rockinghamindustryzone Perth WA 6000 Level 7, 221 St Georges Terrace For Sale by EOI closing Thursday 8 September at 4pm (WST) 08 9288 0288 Perth WA 6000 www.colliers.com.au/5809708 www.burgessrawson.com.au 08 9288 0288 www.burgessrawson.com.au Mark Werrett Lachlan MacGillivray 0434 650 860 0413 053 919 08 9261 6615 03 9612 8831 Architecture) 08 9288 0288 www.burgessrawson.com.au www.colliers.com.au P98152

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WestProperty 17 thewest.com.au thewest.com.au thewest.com.au/business Wednesday, January 18, 2012 PROPERTY 13 Wednesday, April 25, 2012 PROPERTY 13 Alive RAISED EXPECTATIONS with opportunity Historic Port Hedland Codes inhibit revival hotel hits the market Quality design for work and play equals quality life environments with significant ■ Marissa Lague few people over the past few years and It’s important because it affects our sense of levels of background noise. two months ago was entertaining offers who we are and delivers value for money Importantly for West of our old buildings Port Hedland’s historic Pier Hotel is with an advertisement but I have since Australians, the evidence for good officially for sale and with a location been engaged by her to put the sale out design is having a positive impact offering unobstructed views across the more broadly,” Mr Hale said. account the full cost of a building on the next generation of our port where much of the mineral wealth “The owner is looking to sell because STREET WISE over its lifetime. Good design can public buildings. The new Fiona leaves Australia’s shores, strong buyer she has been involved with the Pier increase workplace productivity, Stanley Hospital will feature a interest is expected. Hotel for a number of years and is hop- ■ Melinda Payne enhance service delivery, reduce higher ratio of single-bed rooms Michael Hales, the North West spe- ing to pursue a lifestyle change.” ...... energy consumption and water than multiple-bed wards, cutting cialist for William Porteous Properties The seven titles straddled by the hotel use and maintenance and rates in secondary and For Sale: Riverside Terrace Lots - 12 in one Line. International, said two key outcomes create a development area totalling We interact with the built operational costs. cross-infection, increasing patient could result from the sale. 5687sqm in the heart of Port Hedland, environment every day. The Well-designed hospitals for recovery times and wellbeing, and The Workshops at Midland is a vibrant, urban development on the historic site of the “Because the hotel is built across where there is a severe shortage of resi- homes we live in, the streets we example, have been shown to lowering operational costs. former government Railway Workshops. seven titles, someone might look to buy dential and visitor accommodation be- walk down, the offices we work in, facilitate a reduction in the use of Recently completed WA high and develop the existing hotel and its cause of the influx of workers to service the public spaces we enjoy are all analgesics and lengths of stay for schools have greater integration For an astute developer or builder, this line of 12 green titled terrace lots presents an improvements or the entire site could the nearby iron ore industry. part of what we call the built patients, as well as increasing of information technologies, more exciting opportunity. Develop 12 individual residences overlooking the Helena River be redeveloped with the hotel’s busi- The hotel has a town centre zoning, environment and they have all staff efficiency, reducing staff flexible teaching areas and good Parkland within the vibrant Workshops precinct. ness components providing a good cash which Mr Hale said cleared the way for been designed. Why is good design turnover and lowering operational access to light and external Design will complement the adjacent award-winning Woodbridge Lakes estate, flow that would cover interim holding a number of development options. important? Because the quality of costs. There has been Everyone benefits: We should expect more from the design of our spaces. spaces. The benefits of good and will express The Workshops’ authentic urban flair. costs,” Mr Hale said. “The Town of Port Hedland was the places in which we live, work, confirmation of the importance of design are substantial and well “We are expecting an extremely high proactive and keen to promote town learn and recreate affect our good access to light, views, fresh US study indicated that students productivity, retention, documented. For sale by public tender: level of interest. Several hotels that developments but buyers need to make quality of life and our sense of air and the integration of gardens, with good classroom daylight recruitment and general It is time to expect more from have come on the market in the last few their own investigations to the coun- who we are. nature and art to improved patient progressed 20 per cent faster in well-being of workers. In one our places and spaces and to enjoy Infill: The Women’s Health and Family Services building in Northbridge is a good example of a ’layered’ infill project. • Lots 900 – 911, to be sold in one line. years in Port Hedland and Karratha in cil,” he said. Good design is about how things well-being and recovery times. one year on math tests and 26 per study, individuals working in the benefits good design can bring • Lots range in size from 179m² to 222m². the past few years have had a high level The hotel will be sold using an expres- work; not just how they look. Good Better design in schools has cent faster on reading tests than spaces where acoustics were to everyone. The lots are perfectly located for contemporary living: of inquiry and quite high sale prices.” sions-of-interest campaign. design is about functionality, been linked to improved students who learned in carefully considered achieved 16 with Patrick Ford The hotel is owned by Port Hedland “In the next four weeks or we expect • Walking distance to Midland city centre and train station. performance and build quality, as educational outcomes, retention of environments with the least per cent higher performance ...... business woman Lynne Taylor and its to have identified two or three buyers much as innovation and creativity. skilled staff and improved morale. amount of natural light. scores in memory tests and almost ■ Melinda Payne is the Associate and Building today for tomorrow • Short stroll to future Railway Square at The Workshops’ heart. listing follows an unofficial marketing that we will deal with to see if we can Good design delivers better value Careful management of The workplace has also changed 40 per cent higher in mental Patrick Ford is the Senior • Close to new Midland Health Campus and GP Super Clinic. campaign to gauge buyer interest. come to a successful conclusion,” Mr for money as well as better environmental factors has been courtesy of new design initiatives arithmetic tests by comparison Architecture Officer at the Office of Good architecture can help share our story with future generations • Quick walk to beautiful Coal Dam in Woodbridge Lakes. “The owner had discussions with a Hale said. buildings — especially taking into recognised as critical. A respected that have improved the with others working in office the Government Architect • Short drive to Perth domestic and international airports. Since Federation, WA has been additions to existing significant • Close to the Roe and Great Eastern Highways. THE ARCHITECT 2012 ISSUE 002 THE ARCHITECT tackling the issue of its identity and buildings. This is a chance to tell a th how this is represented through a story and embrace today as a part of Tenders close at 2.30pm (WST) Tuesday 6 December 2011. built form. the history of tomorrow. For further information and a copy of documentation, please contact: Paul Conti at Time Conti Sheffield on 9362 5333 or 0411 073 777 Aboriginal jobs deal UCTION As a mining State, our cities and In Fremantle, “tomorrow’s A Brad Carey at DTZ (WA) Pty Ltd on 9325 5880 or 0418 932 321 towns have been formed, built up history”, realised through .OON7EDNESDAYRD-AY\/.3)4% and, in some cases, closed as a contemporary architecture and A recent deed signing officially linked employers are already has come to an end, the Abor- result of the minerals that come out urban design, has the potential to sealed an agreement between effectively employing Aboriginal iginal workers involved will of the earth around us. Things re-make the city and re-affirm its LandCorp and the Civil Contrac- workers — and often with sus- have played a key role in building happen fast when resource prices are position as WA’s second city. tors Federation to boost employ- tained success,” Mr Miller said. their own community,” Mr Marra ment for Aboriginal and Torres “Civil Start is not just another said. high and there is often not time to All architecture was contemporary Strait Islander people in the civil training program but rather a The program aims to train consider the bigger question of “Who once. It doesn’t have to be scary or Expressions of Interest construction industry. pathway to real employment. about 300 Aboriginal people are we?” The boom of the late 19th weird. theworkshops.com.au MRA000102 The Civil Start program is run “It will build on existing indus- across the State. century gave rise to fantastic The century-old question of by the CCF’s training arm, which try strengths to drive even higher Trainees are then made avail- buildings such as His Majesty’s “What should we build here now?” provides mainstream training levels of employment and engage- able to LandCorp’s registered con- Theatre, the Treasury Building and remains but the formation of design services to the civil construction ment.” tractors and CCF members for on- SUPER INVESTMENT much of the superb west-end of advisory committees set up by the Expressions of Interest are sought for one or more key industry. LandCorp general manager going employment. 'REAT%ASTERN(IGHWAY-UNDARING Fremantle. cities of Perth, Fremantle and It aims to generate a bigger finance and strategy Frank Where possible, the training development sites within Ellenbrook’s special Urban Centres s,ONG4ERM'ROUND,EASEs,AND!REASQM But we also have a legacy of Vincent, to name a few, will ensure group of Aboriginal people ready Marra said the agreement meant programs will be targeted to align s!S.EW3ERVICE3TATIONAND#ONVENIENCE3TORE demolishing important buildings that buildings can be elevated from precincts. This is an outstanding opportunity for experienced for employment. young Aboriginal men and with LandCorp projects and allow s"LUE#HIP#OVENANT  PANET during boom times only to see the meeting basic criteria to really developers to participate in the expansion of Ellenbrook’s CCF chief executive officer Jeff women would be given the oppor- its civil contractors and land- rush slip away and the earth lay bare contributing to a positive experience Miller said the civil construction tunity to train and work in their scapers to maximise Aboriginal growing Urban Centres. For details contact the Auctioneer until the next upswing in the market. of the built environment. industry was already an active local community — the town employment and engagement Bob Perman 0413 754 755 The metropolitan area is Good architecture can do this and employer of Aboriginal workers. where they and their families live. opportunities. Prohibitive: There is no incentive for landlords to let space beyond the ground floor. Picture: State Library of WA Note: Conditions of Sale shall not be read in full on the day. experiencing unprecedented growth the public should demand it. Contact Natalie Keating to register your interest and to obtain “Research conducted in mid “Long after LandCorp’s invol- LandCorp has committed IM and Conditions available upon request. on the back of our current mining In the North West, good a copy of the EOI document. 2010 demonstrated that civil con- vement in any residential, indus- $450,000 over a three year period boom and this will naturally architecture has the capacity to ground floors, so in many cases there is neither tractors and other industry trial or commercial development to CCF’s Civil Start program. the civic commitment nor the financial impetus to translate into the need for more shift FIFO towns from transient open up more floor space. And when the expense Email [email protected] or call 9297 9900. buildings. We must embrace this mining camps to sustainable STREET WISE and logistics of doing the requisite works are so opportunity to continue the story of communities. ■ Beth George prohibitive, owners require a prime tenant in EOI closing date is 5pm Friday 3 February 2012. WA is diverse and culturally rich. WA’s growth through its ...... order to make up their loss. architecture. We need to tell our stories. We The keenest contenders for these upper floors, Rather than demolishing existing need to create buildings that will tell he first article in this series posited basements and back pockets of the city are those in stock we should seek opportunities these stories in a way that our that change is under way in this town. creative industries and small business. These are to create dense, layered and rich children and grandchildren will find And rightly so. A series of new precisely the kinds of tenants who can initiate experiences. Good architecture from meaningful and want to protect. projects have emerged into our genuine change and they are the same tenants who several periods can coexist and tell streetscapes and skylines, and with are unable to claim any territory in the city as it Emma Williamson is a director of CODA, their stories in a way mock- reference to one40william, the new stands. And we often lose them, unfortunately, to ellenbrook.com.au Designed historical architecture cannot. a Fremantle-based architecture practice central TAFE and the State Theatre other cities as a result. IRUWKH In Perth, this can be imagined specialising in community infrastructure Centre,T the terms for their emergence have But building owners, letting agents and desirous ELL1677_R ENTERPRISE PARK – through the infill of vacant sites and projects and urban design We’re looking for partners to develop changed. city-dwellers, take note. Karratha living... Each of these projects stipulated design Change is afoot and our old building stock and ZD\RI Karratha’s bulky goods site. excellence in their briefs — we are beginning to our cohort of home-grown practitioners and New Homes Coming Soon – Register Now demand high quality in our urban environment creatives stand to gain. for lease davenport FINAL LOTS NOW SELLING. and to legislate for it. Under the new Building Act, compliance can be ENTERTAIN THIS INVESTMENT But while at every turn new work is under way privately certified. This means that building Enterprise Park in Wangara is one of Perth’s most successful and This brand new neighbourhood will offer spacious 3 in the city, a keen eye will find a different story surveys can be undertaken by independent Bunbury and 4 bedroom homes that are complete and ready FOR SALE underfoot and overhead. Much of the city’s older consultants and be approved, rather than established industrial areas. Expression of Interest Closes 8 December 2011. Prime to move into. building stock is empty. While codes seek to conducted, by councils. The ability of private The estate’s premium location offers excellent access to major We’re seeking EOIs from visionary developers or consortia to help us develop a bulky engender positive outcomes, in the case of old companies to make performative readings of the Industrial goods retail site in Karratha. The development will fulfil Karratha’s demand and allow buildings, they can inhibit. Codes develop and are building codes is greater than that of councils, who transport routes including the Mitchell Freeway via the recently Get the laid back lifestyle you love with: existing businesses to relocate to more appropriate premises. amended constantly; they are contemporaneous are logically risk-averse. 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SHOPPING CENTRE backyard alfresco. • 13.45ha As stationary objects in a changing field, they get changes amount to reductions in the extent and Zoned: Industry ■ Buildings: 2225m2 ■ Land area: 7900m2 left behind. cost of construction associated with bringing new sç 3IZESçRANGEçFROMç MçTOç M. • Walking distance from public open space, early • 6.5km from Karratha town centre The Site: Two main buildings of approximately 2225m2 with large laydown and internal access 2 learning centre, Primary school and sporting fields FARRIER ROAD A development approval for a space that has life to old buildings. and parking approximately 5500m . Includes 2 x 10t and 1 x 5t overhead cranes, 8 x pillar sç !LLçLOTSçAREçFULLYçSERVICED • Located on the corner of Dampier Hwy and Madigan Road, Gap Ridge been vacant for six months or more entails a A pairing of extraordinary space and mounted small gantry cranes, 1t monorail and internal offi ce of approximately 85m2. of Tambrey. 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Bunbury bypass via new Brittain Road extension providing direct road links, north to Perth and • Homes complete with the highest quality interiors The Karratha Primary Trade Area Retail and Commercial Strategy is also now available is a costly thing. Because many old buildings are We have the potential to shift the monoculture of south to Busselton, Manjimup and Albany etc. For more information visit landcorp.com.au/enterprisepark or contact Land Area: 8,379sqm Asking Price $5.55 million and landscaping. on the website. constructed with masonry, it is no small matter to the city, to make it wakeful and prolific. For full details and further information contact: Net Lettable Area: 3,560sqm Jarrad Grierson 0413 242 240 or Mark Swale 0411 225 251 at Knight Frank. make changes to their structure. To put a lift into Let’s welcome this opportunity with open arms. 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A quick round up of that if you just squint a bit, you could 1 House in Mt Hawthorn residential works currently be in Perth or maybe somewhere else. Matt Stack (architect) & Annghi Tran These ideas are grounded in a strident in progress. materiality and innovative response (landscape architect) to environmental performance, The house derives from spatial planning and building codes. The experiences of our life and travels, house is also marked by the owner- an experiment in re-imagining the build narrative of DIY experiments, characteristics of memorable locations recycled components and general or fragments - ancient, curious, exotic, opportunism. beautiful, primal… stuff we like. This is taking form in a somewhat-odd new 2 7+9 Jackson St, North Fremantle house in suburbia, with the notion Morq & spaceagency

1 This is a personal project for Andrea Quagliola of Morq and Michael Patroni of spaceagency, comprising of the restoration and addition to a pair of old timber semi-detached cottages. The additions were inspired by the material quality of the existing building, which is constructed entirely of timber.

The exterior envelope has been designed in collaboration as a single coherent form. Different timber claddings were selected for the old and the new then painted with the same dark colour, referencing the aged timber cladding of the original house. Randomly doubled, vertical timber studs to the rear addition 2 2 playfully engage with traditional timber frame construction. 14 The internal layouts of the residences represent individual projects, but both engage with timber as a theme. Interestingly, both residences are being built with little formal documentation, favouring hand drawn sketches and on site discussions. THE ARCHITECT 2012 ISSUE 002 THE ARCHITECT Constructed from limestone, the house 3 5 has a consistent solidity, low embodied energy footprint and strong material relationship to its locality. The house is due to be completed in June 2012.

5 Grosvenor Street House, Mt Lawley A Workshop

A new addition to a suburban home in 4 Perth, this project creates open living spaces around a double height loggia.

This project retains the existing house to the street, with the new work ‘attached’ to the rear with ROW accommodating car access.

The new entrance to the house from Grosvenor Road is up the eastern side of Demolition has just begun and the existing house, separating the old and 3 55 Ellesmere St, Mt Hawthorn builders have promised completion by new and reconfiguring the approach to Christmas. each section of the house. Nathan Steele So the project stands at the threshold The new work sits a little uncomfortably Alterations and Additions to existing of construction. A cautious optimism is within the suburban framework and residence. adopted amongst the hovering thrill of indentations in the plan appear. impending creation. The addition of extra bedrooms and The core of the house is the double clarified shared living spaces for this height loggia to the north facing 4 Gold Street, South Fremantle family residence makes little connection courtyard. A space within the body of the to the existing structure. The only cue Officer Woods building but open to the air on one side, being taken is the shrouding of existing serving as an open air room. eaves touched gently by clerestory Currently under construction on a small The surrounding spaces feed this area on 15 glazing which exploits an opportunity for lot in South Fremantle, this compact house is built to three boundaries. The both levels, in a space where climate is northern light. form and volume of the house responds allowed to participate and blur the line between internal and external. This shroud is a homogenous zincalume to the northern orientation of the front skin, which opens at the threshold of an of the lot, admitting sun to living areas The internal spaces are designed to open whilst affording street level privacy. alfresco to reveal a softer introduction to up and to allow Perth’s moderate climate to circulate all year round. the pragmatic and open interior spaces. The ground floor is designed to be universally accessible, with sliding doors,

It’s an exciting moment when your first 2012 ISSUE 002 THE ARCHITECT retrofittable wet areas and smooth floor truly independent project begins on site. thresholds. At the upper level, a bridge Even after many years of experience over the dining area modulates scale and within the offices of others, the volume and provides interaction between knowledge that the entire responsibility the public areas. A deck over the carport on is now yours doesn’t come without the south side provides a raised outdoor trepidation. living area, protected from the wind. Cool

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The Precinct of Hilton lies within the eastern portion of the City of Fremantle. 17 Its urban development originated in the late 1940s and extended through to the early 1960s.

The ‘Garden Suburb’ heritage of Hilton is primary to its character and (we proposed) a key to its sustainability.

Planned as a low-density residential suburb with a centralised reserve for 2012 ISSUE 002 THE ARCHITECT community use, the landscape was open with positive interaction between public and private spaces. Fences were low or absent and openness supported a treed environment and promoted security and community interaction. Over time a partial loss of the clarity The conservation and refurbishment of Review by Jonathan Lake promised in the original Hilton this and other existing features connects Garden Plan has occurred through the the community in time and adds to the The new Community Centre in Hilton by development of disjointed access and continuum of occupation. a lack of access in some locations to Bernard Seeber Architects (BSPL) is a work of significant achievement. and through the reserve enclosure, Master planning was a social planning segregation, barriers and egocentric uses exercise with the intention to I accepted an invitation to review the with the reserve “tablet”. reinvigorate community use through recently completed Community Centre the provision of a connected and shared by Bernard Seeber Architects without Master Planning prior experience of the project. This was occupation. primarily because of their established A public school occupies the eastern record for consistent, thoughtful and portion of the reserve tablet, while City Architectural Resolution intelligent architecture. I was also of Fremantle developments in the main intrigued to see what had been created The existing infrastructure of the occupy the western portion. Recognition because of the reputation of Hilton as Community Centre was made up that much of the latter was in need of a tough suburb with more that its fair revitalisation formed the basis of the primarily of Progress Hall and the PCYC share of social issues. Gymnasium. These have distinctly commissioned master planning. What role would architecture play in such different inherent building technologies. an environment? Planning set out to achieve a community Architectural resolution of the vision of a sustainable future for the refurbishment and integration of these Hilton as a suburb shows the influence of Ebenezer Howard’s Garden City principles reserve through its shared coordinated and the provision of new works differed development. We proposed that the loss albeit with the surrounding garden belt accordingly. of clarity of the originally planned open inverted to a central garden ‘tablet’. Originally it was intended for this green and accessible reserve was detrimental In keeping with budget provisions, space to be maintained, with allowance to community wellbeing as was the low cost technology was adopted. The for the development of a community presence of built ‘barriers’ within the implementation of the Master Plan primary school. Over time this green reserve. to date has included building and civil space was slowly consumed by the needs of the suburb with the invasion of a works: The adopted Master Plan set a Community Hall, Police and Citizens framework that consolidated facilities Youth Centre Gynasium (PCYC), group • Re-establishment of access through and developments on the reserve in housing and public health facilities along line with the potential of the original and across the reserve with associated car parking. The outcome planning which suggested a consistent, has been loss of openness and usable 18 • Conservation and refurbishment of the open and accessible environment through community open space. Compounding hall the overcrowding of this space was the and within it. The re-establishment lack of interaction between the facilities of the reserve’s east-west access axis • Refurbishment and extension of on site which manifested itself in the and the removal of significant internal gymnasium and related activity spaces form of cyclone fencing separating the barriers enabled connections and shared various facilities. By the time BSPL were development. • Provision of a common connecting engaged to review the overall site there foyer and administration was considerable distrust between the Planning set out to achieve a Community various stakeholders and limited if any THE ARCHITECT 2012 ISSUE 002 2012 ISSUE 002 THE ARCHITECT Centre that included appropriate existing • Provision of a multipurpose arts community interaction. development retained and integrated workshop Central to the Architect’s ideas for the with new. The site’s heritage includes a site was to re-establish continuous open hall with its own history of adaption and • Provision of new and upgraded toilet access across all boundaries, removing re-location with an origin in the town facilities. the segregation that existed between of Northam, a time in the suburb of buildings. Because of the fragmented Melville, and now Hilton. • Site planting and access and piecemeal development of the MASTERPLAN CONCEPT two existing buildings and the larger site area.

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HILTON COMMUNITY CENTRE other materials are clear finished. The 4 concrete paving to the walkway link is broom finished: no honing or grinding. You can clearly see the connection site there was duplication of facilities enclosed space. Once inside, the foyer between earlier works by BSPL such as and any new work had to rationalise is intriguingly ambiguous; it’s clearly a the Fremantle Cemetery and the more this. Further to this, the new work space where many things could happen. recent Margaret Street House. needed to unify the formal and spatial It is definitely a link between the two This project demonstrates a lot of diversity that existed as a result of its existing buildings, but it also houses what architecture does, but is rarely a kitchen that is visible and a sitting development over time. The Community celebrated. It is an inventive and creative area. Much like a kitchen in a house this Hall is a former Armed Forces hall that solution to a complex set of functional is heritage listed and was transported to area acts as a space for engagement problems. It is budget conscious, but in the site. Its strong double pitched roof and interaction. It’s a clever use of a way that does not compromise quality form and weatherboard cladding creates architecture to encourage socialisation. and delight. It is spatially memorable a distinctive contrast to the adjacent A skylight between the junction of the and formally engaging, without being PCYC building. This is a tough red brick new link and the PCYC building roof shouty and ‘”look at me!” It is technically building with flat roof and overhanging accentuates the new and the existing masterful, without being complex and fascia that sits low against the site, and ensures a general lightness in the difficult to build. It is intelligent without 19 reminiscent of many community centres foyer. needing to prove it. from the ‘70s. The existing PCYC building is a long Reconciling the relationship between building and the architects have used these two buildings is one of many this to their advantage by running a significant and sophisticated moves that light covered verandah along it. This new the architects have made in this project. walkway runs all the way through to the site boundary with the existing primary BSPL are not ‘money shot’ architects. school. Along this they have added an

Their entry foyer space is a subtle extra bay to the existing building and 2012 ISSUE 002 THE ARCHITECT insertion between the two existing then created a multi-purpose studio buildings. A simple concrete paved and arts workshop at the end. Adjacent forecourt creates space in front of the to all of this are a number of external new foyer and allows the form of the sports surfaces for community groups. existing to be read as a whole elevation. The long walkway creates procession The foyer has large bifolding doors that and movement, but more importantly suggest the foyer is more verandah than creates a strong connection between the At BAdge your The future of Timber Vision is our is in Black and White! Business

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Practice surfaces is designed to enhance the play Coniglio Ainsworth Architects of natural and artificial lighting in the spaces. Builder Palace Homes The project also includes nine artworks selected from the WA State Art collection Photographer and City of Perth art collection with Robert Johnson, Johnathan Trask and all images being generously provided Coniglio Ainsworth Architects courtesy of the artists or their estates. By injecting a unique spatial event, this Architect Statement project enables the revitalised facility Opened in October 2011 by the Rt Hon. to play a more significant part of the Lord Major Ms Lisa Scaffidi on behalf of experience of the Perth Cultural Centre. 21 the City of Perth, this public amenities Nicknamed the “Loouvre” by the design upgrade project evokes a sense of team the project represents an excellent surprise and delight, adding a vibrant collaboration between the City of Perth, unexpected layer to the Perth Cultural the Art Gallery of Western Australia and Centre Precinct. Coniglio Ainsworth Architects.

Coniglio Ainsworth Architects saw a greater design opportunity than the

initial upgrade brief suggested and 2012 ISSUE 002 THE ARCHITECT have facilitated a sense of connection with the Cultural precinct beyond by carefully sculpting views the surrounding site and funnelling of natural light into the spaces. The faceted geometry of the wall, ceiling, bench and skylight Review by Carly Barrett There is often a tendency to view as the functional becomes poetic and public toilet commissions as purely light becomes spatial, artwork becomes utilitarian design projects. The “Loouvre” accessible through Laminex Customart The commission for the Perth Cultural is a delightful departure from this toilet cubicles where nine artworks were Centre Precinct public restrooms was norm, where light assumes an almost selected from the Western Australian awarded following an open public tactile experience. Andrew Ainsworth State Art Collection and provided tender, Andrew Ainsworth comments lists Tadao Ando’s “Church of Light” courtesy of the artists and their estates. that “Coniglio Ainsworth Architects and Le Corbusier’s “Chapel of Notre The opposition between function and saw a greater design opportunity than Dame Du Haut” as inspirations, and architecture provides opportunity the initial upgrade brief suggested and their influences become clear as one for positive public interaction and, have attempted to facilitate a sense of negotiates between threshold space, as Andrew Ainsworth states “Public connection with the Cultural precinct…” contextual setting and outlook. Light amenities can often be overlooked as becomes a spatial tool, superlatively – I submit they have been exceptionally being simply utilitarian facilities. This crafted into sculptural form. successful in that endeavour. project challenges these perceptions and attempts to demonstrate that such Tucked away in the heart of the Perth Juhani Pallasmaa writes about the Cultural Centre Precinct, the public toilet intuitive connection, the connection amenities can be attractive, unique facilities are quite literally a concealed a sculptor makes in the act of making spaces that warrant the same level gem. As a typology, the public restroom beyond theorisation and intention where of design rigour given to larger scale gained popularity during the Victorian theory opposes making. He quotes projects”. Era with local councils competing for Tadao Ando as expressing a desire for This project establishes new benchmarks 22 the best facilities. Nicked-named the opposition between utility and the for civic utilitarian commissions in Perth “Loouvre”, the project responds to this ineffectual where he states “I like to see with folding planes spatially enticing the Victorian tradition of civic pride fostering how far architecture can pursue function occupier to engage with more perceptible a culture of high quality design, superior and then, after the pursuit has been materials, attention to detail and an made, to see how far architecture can be complexity. A high quality design opportunity to demonstrate technology removed from function. The significance response to pragmatic constraint and in public bathrooms. of architecture is found in the distance function, the vision to make this project between it and function”1. The significant excels both in execution and The project officially opened by the Right “Loouvre” project personifies a tangible intent; no mean feat for a public toilet

THE ARCHITECT 2012 ISSUE 002 THE ARCHITECT Honorable Lord Mayor Lisa-M Scaffidi expression of this distance where in the previously underutilised Perth’s on behalf of the City of Perth in 2011, dynamic cavernous form disconnects Cultural Centre Precinct. embodies several principal opportunities the nature of public restroom from an in public architectural commissions by exceptional architectural experience. enhancing experience and setting. The Materials selected pragmatically such 1 existing facility lacked legibility and as the Cameo White Matt Satin Corian Pallasmaa, J (2009) The Thinking Hand; belonging was prone to vandalism, cladding seamlessly blur the boundary Existenitial and Embodied Wisdom in defacing and homeless occupation. between benchtop, wall and ceiling. Just Architecture page 141 Standing ovation THE COMPLETE ONLINE DESIGN RESOURCE FOR RESIDENTIAL AND COMMERCIAL BUILDING SCOOP.COM.AU For the full guide, subscribe, or read online

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Andrew Murray spoke to Subiaco and Mount Lawley to the new Did you find working on a project in Perth Neil Appleton, Director at B2 Building site in Northbridge. This different to Melbourne and the East involved the collocation of strangely coast? Lyons about the recently disparate but fascinating teaching In short, not really. We work all up and completed central TAFE programs of architectural technicians, down the East coast of Australia, so building. engineering technicians and beauty working in Perth was no different other technicians. The programs are co-located than the time change. The educational with Central TAFE’s Central Library and clients, particularly contemporary ones, Firstly, can you just give some student learning areas. One of the key background as to how and when this drivers of this project was to connect the tend to all approach their facilities in project came about? existing buildings on Aberdeen Street the same way; reasonably optimistic, and their convoluted 1970’s landscape generous and looking to the future. Lyons in association with Perth across Aberdeen Street to make a larger The Central TAFE client was particularly architectural company T&Z were urban space with the new building. The forward-looking, and in many ways, shortlisted in April 2006 to undertake a idea of the ‘social heart’ as a connecting liberated. They wanted to create a limited design competition sponsored by device across the street became a critical highly distinctive project, one which Central TAFE and judged by Central TAFE would be engaging, challenging and design driver for the project. This space 25 Senior Executive and Geoffrey London, became a focus for the campus but also appreciated by staff and students alike Government Architect at that time. Upon a major entrance foyer to the learning as an investment in their future. Their winning the design competition our commons and other educational spaces enthusiasm for the project in many ways commission commenced to formulate within the building. Another key driver made it a very enjoyable experience. the brief and develop the concept design of the project was to provide a sense What are your thoughts on the ideas in consultation with the Central of identity for the different programs; immediate context, and to what extent TAFE Senior Executive. beauty technicians on William Street did this inform the design? shopfronts, engineering a large skills

Can you explain the project brief and 2012 ISSUE 002 THE ARCHITECT bay area on the Ground Level and We thought of the context at a few discuss some of the main drivers for the architectural technicians on the Level 2 different scales. Working in WA, we project, in terms of program and the design? and 3 studio spaces. Critical to the design thought about the state as a whole from was how to connect these different an ‘outsider’s’ perspective. We thought The project brief was fundamentally to programs seamlessly and make them of the context of the indigenous natural co-locate a range of programs from three apparent and evident to the passing environment and the highly invasive (but Central TAFE campuses at Leederville, public and students visiting the centre. in some ways not unnecessary) mining used as a registration or marking on this territory.

How is the approach to an urban TAFE, different to suburban/rural sites?

We approached this TAFE in a reasonably urban setting as a challenge of activating as many street frontages as possible given the scale of the building and nature of the teaching programs. In previous work on suburban or rural sites these buildings tend to be a little more in the round and consequently their shape can tend to conform more to the natural conditions (trees or hills or cul-de-sac entries) rather than pushed hard up against the street boundaries. One interesting constraint we battled with on this site in particular was the fact that the underground road tunnel runs to the north of the site requiring us to curb and set back the North façade striations to limit the structural loading over the tunnel lid.

The grand staircase hard up on the culture as a tension worth exploring in Can you elaborate on the indigenous street, individual shop fronts along centre, and how it relates to the rest of the project, both aspects of which are William Street and the awnings along B2? represented in the functions within the Aberdeen are all very ‘civic’ moves. Was building (engineering technicians for this the intention? The indigenous centre is an embedded the mining industry and the indigenous program within the B2 Social Heart centre). In terms of the immediate We conceived of the building in the context we found again the idea of the space. It provides a focal/gathering point early design stages as very much a for indigenous members of the TAFE 26 local indigenous population inhabiting civic project, connecting to the existing Northbridge and the way that the TAFE population as a stepping stone to the buildings to the south across Aberdeen is supporting their culture through broader TAFE environment. The centre Street, down past the State Library and education as being something worth is located in the Social Heart in a way finally past the new Cultural Centre to thinking about when we explored a that gives it a degree of autonomy whilst the City. The massive ‘excavated’ entry narrative for the building. It is this also providing high levels of integration. porch and the grand stairs attempt to tension of the two cultures meeting in The project team consulted with create a large urban forecourt across the building that informed our design. students and teachers at Central TAFE to the existing TAFE buildings. The We thought of such things as stratified to better understand their requirements. canopies connect from this large civic THE ARCHITECT 2012 ISSUE 002 THE ARCHITECT open cut mines, precious metals, turtle For instance, within the centre is an entry along Aberdeen Street mimicking, shells, black sticks, metal mining bridges, outdoor recreation space contiguous and in line with, the prominent shopfront black and white striped shadows in with the broader meeting environment. canopy culture prevalent in Northbridge the atria, termite mounds in the red Importantly the indigenous centre has particularly along William Street. The desert as a rich visual and programmatic a quasi reception point as a welcoming significant entry also on the corner of narrative to inform the aesthetics of the address for anyone who wishes to use William and Aberdeen Streets provides building. the facility. Again, the turtle icon is a highly articulated gesture to signal its ‘civic-ness’ in contrast to the more Certainly our office continues to be more valid strategy. Essentially we prosaic single-storey shopfronts on the interested in architecture having the believe all architecture is ‘making’, we other three corners. possibility of creating fantastic fictions just have the courage to admit this and and thought-provoking stories that are enjoy the wilful creative aspects of this In many of Lyons’ projects, the interior ‘thin’ and ‘thick’ - it’s not really a theory ‘making’. We celebrate the idea that program is directly manifest on the anymore. In the early days when working ‘making’ something, as an architect, exterior, for example the Automotive on extremely tightly budgeted buildings Centre for Excellence, and the ANU can be a valuable, ‘long lasting’ gift to a John Curtin School of Medical Research. the veneer of fiction tended to be thinner broader community and that this is one Did the program for this building, than thicker whereas in our more recent important tenet of ‘sustainability’. Architecture, Engineering and Beauty, work we are tending to find that the There are a lot of interesting materials inform the end result? fictions are less of a veneer and more a ply – built up layers of veneer to create a throughout the project: the ceiling treatments, the black pipework and the In various ways the program of the deeper fiction on which to reflect, ponder amazing patterned concrete near the building did manifest itself externally and hopefully engage. entrance. Can you explain some of the but more in a loose, associative way material choices and their application? rather than any particular reference. The Have the ideas explored in previous TAFEs informed or evolved into the indented canopies along William Street Our approach to materials is to mix up current TAFE work of the practice? for instance that provide an awning to rawness, pattern and decoration. The the beauty technician areas are rendered On reflection these previous projects library/learning centre ceiling is flat in red rebate picking up on the ‘highlight’ have evolved and informed our current off form concrete decorated in split nature of beauty technician work. The work, although it’s hard to necessarily circular acoustic panels, thought of as a engineering technician cultures are draw the lines between the work. We massive dot painting on a bare surface, loosely represented in the precious continue to be fascinated with ‘making both functional and sublime. Scharoun’s metal panelled striations of the façade over finding’, poor materials over Library in Berlin resonated here! The cladding material joining together expensive, literal over abstract, seeking black pipework is a mash-up of a kind of with the psycho-industrial black pipe ‘beautiful ugliness’ rather than ‘beautiful Dali-esque propping structure, a curious structural devices and culminating beautifulness’ and generally running industrial (read mining industry) dream in a kind of excavated public space against anything that has elegance and meeting a notion about a burnt country, at the social heart. The architectural minimalism as its core idea. blackened trees, dark sticks, not elegant technicians’ design studios are evidenced in any way - at least not intentionally. Could you expand on the idea of ‘making most strongly on the upper levels. At The patterned concrete which is the over finding’? the highest point an architectural house external wall of the small lecture theatre frame is rendered as a massive scale When attending the AIA conference under the stairs is an idea about a turtle 27 window, its mullions offset by noggings in Sydney in 2008 directed by Richard shell which is an enduring symbol of the bracing at cross studs. Throughout the Francis Jones we perceived a moralistic local indigenous culture, their talisman, building a range of exposed finishes stance posited many times throughout their grounding animé. This turtle shell and ‘arty’ junctions are contrived to the conference by various speakers, pattern is also repeated above the continually demonstrate the constructive that in some ways ‘finding’ architecture library one-stop-shop reception desk – a nature of the building as a kind of (whatever that means) was somehow floating shell adjacent to the dot-painted living, heuristic tool for the architectural more morally conscionable than the ceiling. The reception desk is also a mini- technicians. Again, loose visual wilful act of ‘making’ architecture. This scaled outback Wave-wall, the bridge link associations rather than rigid, process was all couched in terms of sustainability across the atrium is a brightly painted 2012 ISSUE 002 THE ARCHITECT outcomes. and the environmental crisis of the yellow metal cage extracted from the ‘Architecture is a thin veneer of fiction’ planet. Our (in some ways reactionary) mine shaft and turned around and laid is something Lyons explored in earlier position is one where we reject the horizontal across the gap. The atrium works. Does this apply here, and is the notion that ‘finding’ architecture (again, walls are clad predominantly in white development of the idea a continuing whatever that means) over ‘making’ contoured metal sheet folding across concern with the office? architecture is somehow a better or the internal stairs and staff offices, ‘white for light’, the black stripes are like clients are approaching their new myriad of structural, formal and material shadows in this white world laid into the building facilities. Suffice to say it keeps languages to create a larger urban space. space as a kind of orienting device. things interesting for us. The social heart was conceived of as an open-cut mine along the Aberdeen Can you explain the swimming pool? Was the ‘Social Heart’ something Lyons Street face, a kind of gigantic cave, an developed, or was it outlined in the brief? The swimming pool is a piece of art by extraordinary artefact, gigantic and Stephen Neille and Jurek Wybraniec The ‘Social Heart’ was a term given to wondrous, hovering in the mind as half commissioned by Central TAFE/ us by the TAFE to point towards the constructed, half natural. Department of Housing Works in notion that the campus as it existed When I think about B2 being part of an their percentage of budget for artists before new B2 came along had no centre integrated urban campus, rather than programme. Stephen and Jurek were or identifiable social place for students an isolated TAFE building, it makes a selected from a range of artists’ to congregate. Consequently they were lot of sense, it really seems to want to submissions on the basis of a captivating interested in creating a highly charged be ‘bigger’ than the site. You mention notion, a cloud, a chrome swimming pool, space off which students could access closing off Aberdeen Street and it makes a suburban symbol, a piece of nature. a library, café, indigenous support unit sense. I think B2 sets up the beginnings There is also a kidney-shaped cobble and other TAFE facilities to create a of a grand civic space. Are you involved stone inset in the social heart foyer, each true public student gathering place. with the plans to do this, or with the cobble engraved with place names and The TAFE college had even allowed further planning of the city TAFE to make it more ‘campus’ like? moments in TAFE history. These cobbles for a reasonable area within the space are grouted up with ‘super-blue’ grout, schedules that we formulated upon Our initial reading of the competition again, probably a strange idea connecting winning the commission. This was an design brief in November 2006 noted the old world with the suburban incredible liberated and erudite client a strong desire for the college to make swimming pool surround. group who appreciated the value of a more integrated campus. The idea of student culture existing and thriving Over the years have you seen a change the Social Heart was explicit within the particularly in classrooms and in the in attitudes/approaches towards the brief, our feeling was that rather than informal spaces and outdoor areas within design briefs, teaching requirements, locating the Social Heart in the centre of the college. Our concept was to locate planning,layouts in educational projects? the building that we’d place it very much the social heart directly across Aberdeen at the top of the hill to form a larger Street from the existing informal space There has been a definite change in courtyard across Aberdeen Street with made by the current TAFE buildings that attitude in the last ten years, possibly the existing TAFE building. It was one of are oriented to the solar grid rather than not a paradigm shift but certainly our first key drawings in the competition the Northbridge street grid. The Social a natural progression from the rote design to mark the broader collective Heart foyer in effect triples the size of 28 learning style teacher standing at the space within the campus - the idea of the implied urban space and connects front of the classroom imparting wisdom closing Aberdeen Street and connecting the old building and the new building to a disengaged student body, towards the two spaces as a fundamental design a more engaged student cohort working together. The plan is that eventually idea. The judges of the competition in project teams on practical applications Aberdeen Street will be closed to traffic (including the Government Architect of theoretical ideas in a more open, such that significant landscaping from Geoffrey London) acknowledged this as flexible and informal environment. In the new social heart can be run across a successful strategy in our scheme. I many ways TAFE led this revolution the road and up into the courtyard of the was told recently by the project manager before major universities got on board. old building to create a much large entry

THE ARCHITECT 2012 ISSUE 002 THE ARCHITECT from TAFE that plans to close Aberdeen Also primary schools, particularly in focal point for the TAFE. We can see the Street are being considered at high levels WA we understand, have led the way in social heart as being half inside and half within the government and Council and this area. Team teaching, project based outside, barely separated visually by a EPRA so hopefully the vision will come to assessment, hands-on application (as large clear glazed façade wall running fruition in the near future. witnessed very clearly in the beauty diagonal to the street grid. The space therapy areas) very much the key is designed as one space, both indoor Interview originally published in The changes in the way most education and outdoor, connecting together with a Weather Ring, Issue 4. 2012 Awards Results

Contents

30 Named Award Winners Gallery 45 Heritage

32 George Temple Poole Award 47 Urban Design

34 Public Architecture 48 Commercial Architecture

40 Residential Architecture – 51 Interior Architecture Houses 53 Small Project Architecture 42 Residential Architecture – 55 Sustainable Architecture Alterations & Additions 29

44 Residential Architecture – 56 Colorbond® Award for Steel Multiple Residential Architecture 57 Mondoluce Lighting Award

58 Sponsors THE ARCHITECT 2012 ISSUE 002 THE ARCHITECT Named Award Winners Gallery

Augusta Margaret River Shire Civic and Administration Centre House in Cottesloe Public Architecture Residential Architecture - Houses

Kinder Shophouse 58 Stevens Street Residential Architecture – Alterations & Additions Residential Architecture – Multiple Residential

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Marsala House Hilton Community Cente Heritage Urban 167 Westralia Plaza VENN Commercial Architecture Interior Architecture

Cultural Centre Amenities 58 Stevens Street Small Project Architecture Sustainable

31 THE ARCHITECT 2012 ISSUE 002 THE ARCHITECT George Temple Poole Award 2012

Hilton Community Centre This foyer leads to the re-stated axis running between and 34 Paget Street, Hilton beside the new and upgraded facilities to the Community Park Practice and playing fields to the east of the street front complex. Bernard Seeber Pty Ltd This is quiet architecture, and an architecture that makes a Builder Oostveen Pty Ltd difference to the Hilton community, making people’s lives better by its accommodation of the diverse needs of a maturing Photographer community with clarity and a robust elegance. Marion Treasure

Selecting the George Temple Poole award project is always a difficult process. From the great range of project types and the range of architectural ambitions represented, the selection committee must work to a set of criteria that can be fairly applied to all of the category winners – which are all examples of excellence in themselves.

In selecting this year’s winner, the jury focused on the ambitions and successes of projects that delivered to clients and the community demonstrably more than was asked and more than can be delivered by a simple building.

Judging on the well-established classical principles of Commodity, Firmness and Delight, the jury began by considering the conceptual underpinnings of each project. In ‘Commodity’ the jury looked for an economic, clear and articulate functional exposition, in ‘Firmness’, the jury looked for enduring, robust and elegant detailing and in ‘Delight’, a clear indication that the architecture was generating an ease of use, a joyful interaction 32 and a level of beauty appropriate to its class. In looking at environmental factors and sustainability, the jury focussed beyond the necessary technology-based solutions to the potential for social and cultural sustainability - a building well used and well-loved will be well cared for.

All of these qualities were identified in the Hilton Community Centre by Bernard Seeber Architects. This project successfully

THE ARCHITECT 2012 ISSUE 002 THE ARCHITECT revives the ambitions of the original planning of the Community Centre complex of this early Australian Garden Suburb. The architects have artfully crafted and executed a contemporary layer of organisation and design upon a set of tired facilities, restoring them where appropriate and carefully inserting new elements including an all-important foyer building - a simple layered urban porch. 33 THE ARCHITECT 2012 ISSUE 002 THE ARCHITECT Public Architecture Sponsored by Mondoluce

Jeffrey Howlett Award for Public Architecture Architecture Award

Augusta Margaret River Shire Civic and Administration Centre Trades North at Clarkson 41 Wallcliffe Road, Margaret River Harmony Avenue, Clarkson

Architecture Practice Architecture Practice Bollig Design Group JCY Architects and Urban Designers

Builder Builder Cimeco Pty Ltd Pindan Pty Ltd

Photographer Photographer Michael Conroy Damien Hatton

Jury Comments Jury Coments The Augusta-Margaret River Shire Civic & Administration is a work of The Jury was immediately drawn to this project, intrigued by the dynamic architecture which speaks clearly and confidently of its regional location and roof forms, the strong image created by the repetitive multi-coloured façade fulfils the client brief to be an example of “the Margaret River Brand”. The panels and the sophisticated integrated public art sculptures which echoed Shire sought a built statement of quality, innovation, sustainability and to be the built form. uniquely of the south-west, reflecting that brand. The experience of the building itself confirmed that this was a highly The building makes a bold and modern civic gesture with its form, materials, competent design exercise which had extended the trades training brief to quality and use of colour, yet when analysed, it is still a building which be a literal demonstration of material detailing and construction technology. essentially is of a rural origin, with an inherent sense of modesty, community The linear planning resolution and inter-connected training spaces cleverly and deliberate purpose and delivered within a tight budget. optimised enclosed areas while making an event out of merely circulating The Jury was impressed by the Architect’s handling of a complex brief with through the complex. The native landscape treatment was not evident an elegantly simple planning resolution whilst optimising the multiple in post completion photography but is now taking shape and offers a functions inherent in a civic administration facility. The external form is harmonious setting for the building. 34 engaging from all sides and describes the building’s functions. The civic spaces are welcoming, way finding is obvious and use of space is optimised The overall result is a sophisticated trade training model which is an with a multi-functional approach. The interior design theme is unifying and exemplar to both Government and Industry. It is quite foreseeable that references the local environment, the informality of a laid-back lifestyle and it could be replicated on either a smaller or larger scale without loss of its is a nod to the surfing culture. The office areas are energising, light-filled contextually appropriate functionality, design intent or motivating image. open planned studios complete with centralised retreat pods – a workplace Trades North at Clarkson is an important work of design for the training retention lesson to local government at large. sector. The informality of the colourful interior palette, the extensive integration of local materials, the use of quality local trades and the overall high order of finishes as well as locally referenced public art all reinforce the distinctive south-west regional character of the complex. The horrific Margaret River fire in November 2011 put the facility to the THE ARCHITECT 2012 ISSUE 002 THE ARCHITECT ultimate test as an emergency co-ordination hub whilst the external civic spaces offered sanctuary for an anxious community. The Architectural team and the builder should be congratulated for maintaining the purity of design intent throughout with a very high quality of finish that certainly makes this project a design benchmark for the South-West. It is a building which will be distinctive of its time, with a sense of optimism and confidence for the region, its quality and functionality will continue to serve the South-West community very well for several generations. Architecture Award Architecture Award

University of Notre Dame Australia, Fremantle - Tannock Hall Katitjin Centre, Australian Institute of Management of Education 76 Birkdale Street, Floreat 44-48 Cliff Street, Fremantle Architecture Practice Architecture Practice Cox Howlett & Bailey Woodland Marcus Collins Architects Builder Builder PS Structures W Fairweather & Son Photographer Photographer Alison Paine Marcus Collins Jury Comments Jury Comments The Jury was impressed by the commitment and skill shown by the Architect The Jury considered Tannock Hall to be an exemplary work of new in delivering a highly resolved work of architecture, meeting the client brief architecture within the heritage West - End precinct of Fremantle. The and achieving the highest rating offered by the Green Building Council of building’s façade treatment is informed by meticulous research and the study Australia – a 6 Green Star Design Certification. It is currently submitted for of the surviving adjacent heritage buildings. It is contextually sympathetic the as-built equivalent. and respectful with its fundamental proportions, material selections and The building points the way to a carbon-neutral future for both educational sense of utilitarian purpose. This is a distinct work of modern architecture and commercial buildings, demonstrating that even projects of a modest from an experienced hand. The expert execution of external architectural scale can offer the highest order ESD performance. The highly resolved and detailing and quality of finish belies the overall simplicity of the building’s sympathetic form of the building ties together the previously disparate AIM image. The planning is efficient and functional, and structurally anticipates Campus and cleverly optimises its constrained site, abutting a busy road. The continuous evolution of use over time. The modest expenditure represents image offers an appropriate blend of an office park corporate headquarters excellent value. with a high-end tertiary centre of excellence. The interior design continues It should be acknowledged that Tannock Hall of Education is an architectural the sense of premium quality and design resolution and the planning 35 highpoint for the Fremantle Campus of the University of Notre Dame resolution flows seamlessly. Australia, and that the Architect is largely responsible for creating The Katitjin Centre is a highly competent essay in modern architecture and a the essential design consistency which has bound together a series of lasting benchmark for environmental sustainability. disconnected buildings with a unifying identity. THE ARCHITECT 2012 ISSUE 002 THE ARCHITECT Public Architecture Sponsored by Mondoluce

Architecture Award Architecture Award

Belmont City College Hospitality Trade Training Centre Presbyterian Ladies’ College, Peppermint Grove Middle School, 106 Fisher Street, Belmont Science & Creative Arts 14 McNeil Street, Peppermint Grove Architecture Practice Gresley Abas Architecture Practice Marcus Collins Architects Builder PACT Construction Builder Badge Construction Photographer Ben Price Photographer Marcus Collins Jury Comments The Jury was delighted by the Hospitality Trade Training Centre at Belmont Jury Comments City College – a project which has taken the brief for a contextually The Middle School, Sciences & Creative Arts at PLC is a triumph over a appropriate hospitality venue and, through design and collaboration with the complex brief, a constrained site, a sensitive streetscape context and a user group, created a lasting gift to the school. school with high expectations. The functional planning is highly resolved, the essential training kitchen was The design result is a dynamic and exciting building for both students and well detailed, the wide format of “restaurant” space uses was considered teachers with a true sense of inter-connected learning which is apparent and there is an economical use of materials with attention to refined as one circulates through, up and around the spaces. There is a controlled detailing throughout. The design approach has extracted maximum benefit quality of light via the connecting atrium spaces and a sense of continuous from a modest budget. unceasing activity. Self-directed learning is at the heart of this building and, The built form is a simple glazed pavilion which comfortably sits adjacent to being a middle school, the independence given to young learners is further the school’s green space. The abundance of natural light and views create facilitated by the design. Through containment of functions the design promotes the freedom for students to take ownership of the entire facility. 36 an authentic hospitality experience – it is a sophisticated venue and a profoundly positive innovation for Belmont City College. The external façade treatment is informed by the architecturally stronger, memorable statements on the Campus. The Architect has deliberately arranged the form to be an emblematic image for the school with a sense of arrival and entry that it always had lacked and reinforces the character and sense of permanence of the school within the community. THE ARCHITECT 2012 ISSUE 002 THE ARCHITECT Commendation Commendation

30 Aberdeen Street, Central Institute of Technology, Pam Buchanan Family Centre Northbridge 51 Gardugali Drive, Karratha 30 Aberdeen Street, Northbridge Architecture Practice Architecture Practice CODA Lyons and T&Z Builder Builder Pindan Cooper & Oxley Photographer Photographer Kieran Wong Peter Bennetts Jury Comments Jury Comments The Pam Buchanan Family Centre is an important work of architecture as The Jury considered that 30 Aberdeen Street – Central Institute of a model for addressing the social and early childhood educational needs of Technology, Northbridge to be a highly commendable work of architecture rapidly growing communities in the north west regions of WA. The Architects with a complex programme of functions brought together with design have undertaken considerable research of the issues and brought to the skill, coherent planning and a range of exciting spaces which showcase design a sensitivity and understanding for the climatic extreme of the Pilbara the training and learning opportunities on offer. It provides socialisation as well as the human needs of young families. The overall form and ethos is opportunities and promotes independent learning. There is a range of about affording protection and comfort. A new project for a new community sustainability measures which contribute to the environmental comfort of – already integral to the lives of those it is intended to assist. users as well as reducing the carbon footprint of the development. The overall experience of the building is motivating and the design will clearly continue to contribute to the enthusiasm and output of the students. 37 THE ARCHITECT 2012 ISSUE 002 THE ARCHITECT Public Architecture Sponsored by Mondoluce

Commendation Commendation

Serisier Building and Coady Centre Mercedes College Roseworth Primary School & Education Support Centre Mercedes College, Victoria Square, Perth Stebbing Way, Girrawheen

Architecture Practice Architecture Practice Site Architecture Studio TAG Architects

Builder Builder Cooper & Oxley Builders and Sizer Builders Universal Constructions Pty Ltd

Photographer Photographer Robert Frith Robert Frith

Jury Comments Jury Comments Mercedes College is an extremely challenging inner-city campus on which to The Architects were required to adhere to the Department of Education’s undertake any project.At 4,665sqm the Serisier Building and Coady Centre is standard pattern primary school planning footprints but were fortunately a feat of lateral thinking and thorough understanding of the site context. permitted to undertake their own interpretation of the third dimension – all within the standard pattern budget. The result is a surprising and inspiring The Jury was impressed by the Architect’s handling of the acute site departure from the same old image across the state. The new Roseworth constraints, the extensive facility brief for both wet and dry recreation, as Primary School, born out of the amalgamation of two aging schools, has well as multiple levels of teaching spaces. This is a work of considerable been a remarkable turn-around for a community which had previously had a merit with attention to detail, form and sensitivity to the heritage site. The very challenging proposition. The school attributes much of the significant Architect has maintained a connection with the past through the use of improvement in attendance, student performance and behaviours, as well masonry and considered visual connection and has given scope for future as the new found social engagement of parents, directly to the design team. buildings by introducing a palette of new materials and forms. This is a The collaboration produced a unique school which has been wholly embraced strong and confident work. by its community. 38 THE ARCHITECT 2012 ISSUE 002 THE ARCHITECT Commendation

Mirrabooka Hospitality Training Centre Nollamara Avenue. Dianella

Architecture Practice Armstrong Parkin Architects

Builder Arccon (WA) Pty Ltd

Photographer Tony Nathan

Jury Comments The Mirrabooka Hospitality Trade Training Centre is a thought provoking work of architecture – a contextually appropriate training venue which offers students a real-world experience in front-of-house café dining as well as back-of-house commercial kitchen training. The siting cleverly neutralises an adjacent busy road whilst providing a public image for the venue. The clean simple forms are matched with minimalist detailing that offers a sophisticated café dining experience. The training kitchen provides Certificate III standard facilities and is linked and supported by the school’s existing Food Technology areas. It is a highly competent design solution which will have a lasting benefit to its school community.

39 THE ARCHITECT 2012 ISSUE 002 THE ARCHITECT Residential Architecture – Houses Sponsored by SCOOP Publishing

The Marshall Clifton Award for Residential Architecture Award

Architecture – Houses Norfolk Farm House in Cottesloe 176 Rendezvous Road, Vasse, WA. Architecture Practice Architecture Practice Blane Brackenridge Architect CODA

Builder Builder A T Brine & Sons Noel Smith

Photographer Photographer Robert Frith Bo Wong

Jury Comments Jury Comments Cottesloe House by Blane Brackenridge is a remarkable achievement and a Norfolk Farm by CODA Studio is a project that demonstrates significant masterful creation of form and space. It demonstrates a conceptual clarity architectural outcomes can be achieved within limited means. The project is and execution that was thoroughly transferred throughout the house. highly considered and beautifully crafted. Its placement defines a series of special places within a fairly ordinary rural environment. The balance between Externally the house is striking in the streetscape providing an electric the whimsical ‘half a farm house’ and the more specifically crafted residence counterpoint to the conventional surrounding housing. The restrained use of creates a loose courtyard space. The main residence is a strict square that external materials distill light and shade to great effect ensuring that time has been carved out to allow light and living spaces. This simple carved will play a significant role in the experience of the house. gesture allowed the architects to introduce delight through the use of timber Internally the use of a split level and a glazed courtyard created separation cladding, colour and skylights. The outcome is moving and memorable. It between private and public areas while also preserving the connection to the encourages investigation that is rewarded at all levels of enquiry. views and site. This balance of private and public spaces is further elevated through the controlled use of a limited palette of materials and a refined 40 approach to detailing. Above all else this house is a celebration of architecture and an extension of the modernist tradition to embrace the informality of Australian culture and the uniqueness of its landscape and location. THE ARCHITECT 2012 ISSUE 002 THE ARCHITECT Commendation

Eagle Bay Architecture Practice Wright Feldhusen Architects

Builder Tallwood Constructions

Photographer Robert Frith

Jury Comments The jury felt the Eagle Bay house by Wright Feldhusen Architects was a significant achievement in residential architecture. It demonstrated a clear architectural concept about the holiday house and distilled it into a simple cluster of pavilions arranged around a courtyard. The strength of this was reinforced by the use of robust heavy rammed earth walls that emphasised the separation between pavilions. Between the walls the architects inserted a combination of glazed and timber clad walling. Glazing is strictly located on the north/south elevation creating a surprisingly transparent experience. The outcome is an entirely informal house that is intimately connected to the landscape.

41 THE ARCHITECT 2012 ISSUE 002 THE ARCHITECT Residential Architecture – Houses Alterations & Additions Sponsored by SCOOP Publishing

The Peter Overman Award for Residential Architecture Award

Architecture – Alterations + Additions Gresley Monk Additions Kinder Shophouse 86 Grand Promenade, Bedford 27 Richmond Street, North Perth Architecture Practice Architecture Practice Gresley Abas Chindarsi Architects Builder Builder H S Hyde and Son Master Builders Alliance Builders Photographer Photographer Ben Price, Justine Monk Emma Van Dordrecht Jury Comments Jury Comments A project that is genuine, with an impeccable attention to detail and a keen sense of restraint that allows the project to breathe. Delivering a clarity of Negotiating the existing fabric with sophistication, the additions regard spaces with material honesty that genuinely expresses the character of the original forms with a gentle reverence. Weaving between them the client, the Architects sensitive and thorough response reveals a home that careful consideration of solid and void in volumes and surface provides respectfully and sympathetically resides within its already established and excellent planning of circulation and spaces, while opening access to views, rich context. Contextual respect was shown from the projects onset, through which engage the inhabitant in their inner suburban fabric. Lively facade maintaining the design principle of the existing building to the appreciation composition generated in concert with the interior offers a generous of both macro and micro scaled elements both on site and adjacent. The contribution to this neighbourhood. The result is playful, revealing delight planning was generously efficient, clear and without sacrificing any amenity in the novel use of materials and elements to express this, but rigorously to deliver a family home that is perfectly suited to the occupants both today compact and dense with ideas. The project exceeded clients expectations, and into the future. all accomplished within a lean budget.

42 THE ARCHITECT 2012 ISSUE 002 THE ARCHITECT Commendation Commendation

North Fremantle Residence Melvista House 22 Melvista Avenue, Claremont Architecture Practice Grounds Kent Architects Architecture Practice Chindarsi Architects Builder Cordoba Constructions Builder Alliance Builders Photographer John Chisholm Photographer Emma Van Dordrecht Jury Comments A well composed and volumetrically beautiful home with fluid connections Jury Comments between inside and outside. Contributed to the idiosyncratic nature of the neighbourhood. Dealt with an imposing scale of Ford Factory and existing An imaginative approach to dealing with existing house is demonstrated streetscape well. Large volumes were masterfully dealt with for a domestic setting up multiple connection points at a lowered level making clear project. A good understanding of the clients needs moving through the distinction of old and new. This also created a unique sense of existing project at varying levels of public and private opportunities. Unique use of central ‘island’ space experienced in an almost theatrical arrangement. industrial materials internally whilst still maintaining its elegant form. An The most overt arm of this extension locates kitchen and study spaces amazing light quality moving through the space but unfortunately to the boldly on the lot corner, providing a distinct alternative to surrounding fabric. detriment of solar efficiency and internal environment comfort. The jury felt Though doing so with exquisite composition of volumes, heralded by an that restraint could have been used here. arresting billboard of artfully perforated, weathered steel, which might have been connected to the structure more seamlessly. Pool area felt somewhat compromised within a high level context of finish and materials, which generally utilised a comfortable budget well. Giving the clients a fine project with attention to detail amongst moments of creative delight. 43 THE ARCHITECT 2012 ISSUE 002 THE ARCHITECT Residential Architecture – Multiple Residential Sponsored by DULUX

The Harold Krantz Award for Commendation

Multiple Residential East Kimberley Development Package Stage 2 Kununurra for 58 Stevens Street the Department of Housing 58 Stevens Street, Fremantle Architecture Practice iredale pedersen hook architects Architecture Practice Officer Woods Architects Builder Rapley Builder Imagin Constructions Photographer iph architects Photographer Robert Frith Jury Comments This remote project in the East Kimberly region of WA illustrates the ongoing Jury Comments commitment of the practice to engage with a complex and demanding The jury found this project to be well considered in all its facets, carefully context, a restrictive and conservative design brief and stringent time addressing context, siting, orientation, materiality, formal resolution, expectations. planning and spatial configuration with apparent ease, economy and Through the design of these Stage 2 houses, the architects continue to conviction. experiment with and examine subtle differences in siting and planning, The design of this group of modest houses strives for excellence in exploring ideas on private and public division. Through the use of basic environmentally sustainable practices without compromising architectural elements such as shading devices, breezeways, colour and materials the resolution. These two considerations are brought together by Officer Woods dwellings are given identity and respond to the harsh environmental in simple, effective ways resulting in delightful spaces and well resolved conditions. detailing. The jury found this project commendable not only for its architectural This four dwelling development is an outstanding example of how a endeavour but also for its social commitment. 44 significant increase in density can be achieved on a relatively tight sub-urban site without compromise on architectural and environmental considerations. THE ARCHITECT 2012 ISSUE 002 THE ARCHITECT Heritage

The Margaret Pitt Morison Award for Architecture Award

Heritage Cathedral House Conservation and Adaptation Marsala House, Dianella Hay Street, Perth Architecture Practice Architecture Practice Donaldson + Warn Architects Griffiths Architects

Builder Builder Dave Walling Building Services Pty Ltd Colgan Industries

Photographer Photographer Andrew Pritchard Johnathan Trask

Jury Comments Jury Comments Marsala House is a commanding and distinctive residence that clearly Cathedral House is a landmark heritage building that was first constructed demonstrates the idiosyncratic explorations of the highly-regarded Western in 1855 as the Episcopal Palace for Bishop Serra of Perth. Progressively Australian architect, Iwan Iwanoff. Faced with this significant heritage altered and added to over the years, this project is the first major work since building - in bad repair and no longer functional for its purpose - this project the 1930s and demonstrates the consummate skill of Griffiths Architects in skilfully combines the conservation processes of preservation, restoration, heritage architecture. reconstruction and adaptation, to ensure that Marsala House will continue to survive as a benchmark of high quality residential design and of sensitive The judges were impressed by the architect’s success in resolving the restoration. complex problems posed by the existing building. Of particular note is the introduction of new services with minimal impact on the spatial qualities Guided by extensive research, through the engagement of heritage inherent in the building and the careful attention to the restoration and specialists to prepare the conservation management plan and through both refurbishment of not only the building fabric, but of significant furnishings detailed archival and onsite investigations, the work of Donaldson+Warn and features. shows a particular attention to detail and a subtlety to the contemporary interventions that exemplify the best in heritage architecture. The enhancement of the setting of this important building and the re- 45 establishment of the visual connection with the Cathedral, as well as the The architects applied an exceptionally well-resolved conceptual framework range of interpretative devices that reveal hidden layers of meaning provide a to the challenges of restoring and upgrading a mid-1970s house in the spirit heightened level of interaction with the place for users and visitors alike. of the original design intent. Like the original work, this project extends the response to the clients’ needs in a way that brings delight to the users and to Guided by a conservation plan and demonstrating a profound understanding those lucky enough to visit this remarkable house. of architectural responses and building methods over time, the end result is a deeply fulfilling and fascinating experience. THE ARCHITECT 2012 ISSUE 002 THE ARCHITECT Heritage

Commendation

Fremantle Railway Station Architecture Practice Bernard Seeber Pty Ltd

Builder Colgan Industries

Photographer Marion Treasure

Jury Comments Fremantle Railway Station, which has an impressive street frontage and a rare train-hall roof, was constructed in the port city in the early 1900s and is a fine example of the Federation Free Classical style of architecture. With its Donnybrook stone and timber joinery substantially deteriorating, this project forms part of a long-term conservation program that aims to preserve this important heritage building. The work of architectural practice Bernard Seeber demonstrates significant architectural skill through a high level of technical research and expertise and diligent attention to the preservation, reconstruction and restoration of the station building. The jury was particularly impressed by the methodical approach applied to the project and the strategic documents that will enable the client to program ongoing works in a way that will continue to safeguard the building within procurable resources. 46 The architect’s appreciation and undoubted enthusiasm for the traditional trades and methods of construction has been combined with a vision for the future that will go a long way to restoring this highly significant civic asset in Fremantle’s West End Conservation Area. THE ARCHITECT 2012 ISSUE 002 THE ARCHITECT Urban Design Sponsored by iGuzzini

The John Septimus Roe Award for Commendation

Urban Design Claremont Quarter Hilton Community Centre Architecture Practice 34 Paget Street, Hilton Joint Venture Architects CHRISTOU Design Group and HASSELL

Architecture Practice Builder Bernard Seeber Pty Ltd Brookfield Multiplex

Builder Photographer Oostveen Pty Ltd Acorn Photo

Photographer Jury Comments Marion Treasure The Claremont Quarter project provides a new working model for creating shopping developments within Western Australia- one which places these Jury Comments within complex, dense, existing high-street or neighbourhood centre A project that embodies civic-mindedness at its very core. By resurrecting environments rather than in deserts of bitumen. Internally this project the long-compromised principles of its original ‘tablet landscape’ the site draws upon the 19th Century top-lit arcade inviting vast sky views into the is being re-made, providing access for all within a shared, civic, garden project’s core. Externally its attention is to fabricate new streets and lively setting. Humble in origin and limited in means this project masterfully external squares. While the site’s northern edge has been compromised by draws neglected and modest but dignified public buildings into a new bus laybys (which were external to the project’s remit) the architects have ensemble. The new buildings are a delight and clearly the result of patient designed this face to be easily retrofitted should this traffic infrastructure and dedicated practice. These new insertions work in three ways- to be simplified. But it is this new working model, as well as the immediate accommodate extensions to the site’s functional programme, to hold the physical environment the project creates, that will be the legacy of this existing buildings in a superior formal arrangement and to substantially scheme; potentially convincing developers to take on the more complex reshape and clarify the public realm into a forecourt-entry-spine sequence legal, political, approvals and procurement task of densifying existing civic which in turn holds further buildings, courtyards, playing surfaces and environments than continuing to focus on its more ubiquitous cousin. landscapes. The result is a truly civic neighbourhood environment- inner, 47 peripheral and landscape. THE ARCHITECT 2012 ISSUE 002 THE ARCHITECT Commercial Architecture Sponsored by AUSTIM

The Ross Chisholm Award for Architecture Award

Commercial Architecture Alluvion 167 Westralia Plaza 58 Mounts Bay Road, Perth 167 St Georges Terrace, Perth Architecture Practice Architecture Practice The Buchan Group, Perth JCY Architects and Urban Designers Builder Builder Broad Construction Services (WA) Pty Ltd Doric Photographer Photographer Silvertone Photography Damien Hatton and Darryl Peroni Jury Comments Jury Comments Alluvion is a large office building having an area of 35,000 square metres. The 22 storey building has a wide frontage to Mounts Bay Road. A A sensitive and seductive ribbon gesture beautifully resolves complex and pedestrian network on the adjoining site provides a connection for the contradictory site contexts. Its soft forms reach out to St Georges Terrace, building to St Georges Terrace. A pedestrian covered way also provides inviting the visitor/ pedestrian to engage with its entry foyer and acting as a access for buildings fronting Mounts Bay Road to the bus and train stations. ‘portal’ to City Square development and the Convention Centre beyond. Car and bicycle parking are provided with access from Mounts Bay Road. The successful ground plane planning has creatively merged private The complexities of integration with the adjoining urban fabric have been and public place. Both scale and proportion reflect appropriate hierarchy well resolved. A three storey entry lobby with gallery and artworks links with culminating in the soft and generous entry foyer for this development. an outdoor located café. The deck to the outdoor area has been designed The base building floor plate is efficient with the building geometry, to screen a service area of an adjoining building. The office floors allow for responding clearly to its eclectic site. The A Grade commercial space efficient planning and have an outlook over the Swan River. The project has contained is ably supported by Western Australia’s first 4 Star Green Building achieved a 4 Star Green Star Rating. 48 Council of Australia’s rating. Overall the urban and building design has been well received. The complex is considered to contribute positively to the Perth urban fabric. THE ARCHITECT 2012 ISSUE 002 THE ARCHITECT Architecture Award Architecture Award

Women’s Health and Family Services Southern Seawater Desalination Plant 227 Newcastle Street, Northbridge Lot 32 Taranto Road, Binningup

Architecture Practice Architecture Practice CODA Parry & Rosenthal Architects

Builder Builder Firm Construction Southern Seawater Alliance

Photographer Photographer Robert Frith Robert Frith & Corey Littlefair

Jury Comments Jury Comments Coda has expertly merged a complex array of social and medical operations This project demonstrates the synergy between engineering and on a site inscribed by time and memory. The existing conditions of the site architecture, and how the two disciplines marry together perfectly. presented significant obstacles to a brief that required the unification of several separate agencies and groups – Coda has managed to distil a series The site was once a quarry, which has now been transformed into a truly of delightful spaces by giving form to the coalescence of people and space. world class desalination plant. New interventions ascribe new meaning to the existing buildings on This project showcases the best of both worlds, from meeting the site, with variance of gentle interaction and compelling reformation. stringent environmental requirements of the site, overcoming the Simultaneously robust and delicate, the project navigates a palimpsest strong environmental concerns of the local community and meeting the of material, colour and light, establishing a unique project that lives and performance objectives from various Government Departments. breathes people, place and time. All of this had to fit within the engineering challenges of an industrial desalination plant. The architectural merit of this plant is meeting all of the objectives perfectly. 49 THE ARCHITECT 2012 ISSUE 002 THE ARCHITECT Commercial Architecture Sponsored by AUSTIM

Architecture Award

Station Street 1 Station Street, Cottesloe

Architecture Practice JCY Architects and Urban Designers in Association with Rodrigues Bodycoat Architects

Builder MAEK Pty Ltd

Photographer Damien Hatton

Jury Comments An exemplar for increasing commercial density in Perth’s suburbia, Station Street forges new territory. Its simple elegant form and black and white theme is aesthetically accentuated through the material texture and detail resolution. Burdened with a small site that is geotechnically challenged, the architectural response ingeniously incorporates retail activation at street level, parking and an array of flexible commercial office tenancy environments. All spaces are directly engaged with the site contexts via strategically placed window elements – enhanced with deep reveals, often operable with relevant shading forms. 50 Attention to detail and its execution both inside and out, provides an elegant continuity of ideas as well as evoking building integrity. Simplicity and generosity underpin material selection and details. The 3 storey development has been cleverly conceived to minimise scale and mass – with the entire complex skilfully cradled within the working heart of Cottesloe. Adding real value to its community, Station Street strongly promotes architectural leadership. THE ARCHITECT 2012 ISSUE 002 THE ARCHITECT Interior Architecture Sponsored by The Laminex Group

The Julius Elischer Award for Architecture Award

Interior Architecture Cultural Centre Amenities VENN 2 Roe Street, Northbridge 16 Queen Street, Perth Architecture Practice Architecture Practice Coniglio Ainsworth Architects Matthews Architecture Builder Builder Palace Homes Matera Construction Photographer Photographer Robert Johnson, Johnathan Trask and Coniglio Ainsworth Architects Joel Barbitta Jury Comments Jury Comments The refurbishing of a small public amenities block in the Cultural Precinct has been done with great care and attention given to every detail. The design is The Venn achieves a great deal in a small space - retail, hospitality, gallery robust with all elements working together to create a unified outcome. The and studio spaces that occupy and revitalise turn of the century building use of artwork from the neighbouring gallery gives not only a context to the stock. In doing so it has overcome many technical challenges not the least work, but helps prevent vandalism. The inclusion of windows provides natural of which are structural and fire protection. The solution involves a number light and gives greater safety through passive surveillance. of spaces (some new, some existing) with crafted glimpses between each of them. The result challenges the occupant to explore and discover. The faceted interior is deftly handled and its continuity to the exterior around the windows is convincingly done. The restrained and raw palette of brick concrete, steel and timber has provided an effective canvas on which (with the collaborative efforts of Guyer) a curious retail space has been crafted and a new office mezzanine has been ‘inserted’. The cleverness of folded steel beams, allowing views to the basement studio space, and the folly in which the original staircase has 51 been preserved and extended typify the level of detail and consideration that the design team have applied to this site. Collectively it seems to take great pleasure in preserving some history of the building and at the same time building a new future by bringing to life uses that will provide pleasure for the public and reward for the owners. THE ARCHITECT 2012 ISSUE 002 THE ARCHITECT Interior Architecture Sponsored by The Laminex Group

Commendation Commendation

CODA Studio Air Nightclub 10 Elder Place, Fremantle Upper Level, 139 James Street, Northbridge

Architecture Practice Architecture Practice CODA Chindarsi Architects

Builder Builder Interstruct Developments DeFrancesch Builders

Photographer Photographer Peter Bennetts and Bo Wong Emma Van Dordrecht

Jury Comments Jury Comments The interior fit-out for the new CODA studio has been inserted into an As you approach what appears to be a giant aircraft cargo door (fabricated existing building with thoughtfulness and purpose. The studio operates from stainless steel and pop-riveted for a desired effect); you know you are over two levels connected by a new central staircase that also provides a about to embark on a journey. Glamour air travel of the 60s awaits. mechanism to order the spatial planning. The most striking feature of the fit-out is the careful selection and assemblage of new and recycled materials, After an extensive refit, what was an existing nightclub made way for re- vintage objects and furniture, along with a collection of books and art works. invention by Chindarsi Architects into the Air Nightclub. Red padded leather The quality of the spaces created in the design of CODA Studio reflects a interior and heavy red velvet curtains lead you to aircraft portholes featuring committed philosophical approach to both a way of practising as well as an LCD screens displaying the view from 20,000 feet up. expression about ways of making architecture. A variety of interior spaces give flexibility for management and clientele, allowing for fire separation and detection. All materials used within the fitout were selected for their tactile or reflective qualities. Are you ready to board? 52 THE ARCHITECT 2012 ISSUE 002 THE ARCHITECT Small Project Architecture Sponsored by Total Project Solutions

The Iwan Iwanoff Award for Architecture Award

Small Project Architecture Westbury Crescent Residence Cultural Centre Amenities Architecture Practice 2 Roe Street, Northbridge David Barr Architect in collaboration with Brett Mitchell

Architecture Practice Builder Coniglio Ainsworth Architects Interstruct Builder Photographer Palace Homes Bo Wong

Photographer Jury Comments Robert Johnson Photography, Johnathan Trask and Coniglio Ainsworth This project juxtaposes a contemporary expansion of the family home Architects against its traditional conception. The planning, material choice and three dimensional experience draws from the existing building and is reinterpreted Jury Comments to create a dramatic space with access to light and external extension within a confined site at the rear of the property. The project contains further A stand out project that encapsulates the scope of the Small Project delight which is discovered as you move through and explore the spaces. Category showing invention, creativity and craftsmanship. The architects have worked with the client to reveal the potential of the brief and extend it beyond expectation. The project draws on the site’s location linking the space to the Perth Cultural Centre Precinct. The crystalline, internal form, with thoughtful use of light, material and linkage to the external environment, itself becomes an art piece.

53 THE ARCHITECT 2012 ISSUE 002 THE ARCHITECT Small Project Architecture Sponsored by Total Project Solutions

Commendation

Princess Margaret Hospital Psychological Medicine Waiting Room Architecture Practice CODA

Builder Subiaco Men’s Shed

Photographer Kieran Wong

Jury Comments This project brings delight and engagement to a waiting room in a hospital - a most unlikely location to experience these feelings. The three dimensional reading, hiding, play space caters to all ages who visit the waiting area. The project is a culmination of the involvement of communities within and external to the hospital environment deftly managed by the Architects to bring a satisfying outcome to all on a miniscule budget.

54 THE ARCHITECT 2012 ISSUE 002 THE ARCHITECT Sustainable Sponsored by AECOM

The Walter Greenham Sustainable Architecture Award

Architecture Award Katitjin Centre, Australian Institute of Management 58 Stevens Street 76 Birkdale Street, Floreat 58 Stevens Street, Fremantle Architecture Practice Architecture Practice Cox Howlett & Bailey Woodland Officer Woods Architects Builder Builder PS Structures Imagin Constructions Photographer Photographer Alison Paine Robert Frith Jury Comments Jury Comments Cox Howlett & Bailey Woodland has received this Architecture Award for an exemplary demonstration of good design in the WA Australian Institute of 58 Stevens Street Fremantle brings design excellence and sustainable Management building. architecture together in a cohesive and seamless demonstration of environmental, social and technological innovation. Rigorous passive and The design integrates a wide range of sustainability initiatives in an environmental design initiatives provide an integrated platform for future understated and elegant manner. Design excellence is also evidenced by adaptability and flexibility in a powerful demonstration of sustainable design a certified six star Green Star design rating from the Australian Green excellence.’ Building Council, the first education building in WA to achieve this high level international standard recognition.

55 THE ARCHITECT 2012 ISSUE 002 THE ARCHITECT Colorbond® Award for Steel Architecture Sponsored by BlueScope Steel

Colorbond Award For Steel Architecture Commendation

Trades North at Clarkson Melvista House Harmony Avenue,Clarkson 22 Melvista Avenue, Claremont

Architecture Practice Architecture Practice JCY Architects and Urban Designers Chindarsi Architects

Builder Builder Pindan Pty Ltd Alliance Builders

Photographer Photographer Damien Hatton Emma Van Dodrecht

Jury Comments Jury Comments The Trades North Clarkson building is awarded the Colorbond Award for Steel, Melvista House has been awarded the commendation in the Colorbond Steel due to its innovative use of steel from design inception through to final category for its innovative use of steel in the facade panelling surrounding completion. The use of steel governed the design and drove both form and the exterior of the building. The steel cladding has been used in a way that function of the building. The rolling and folding steel elevation dances along makes a heavy material appear light and graceful to give a lace-like quality the circulation space that runs the length of the building, and guides the to normally heavy fabric, tying the heritage narrative of the existing building rooflines. That not only allows large spans and light into the building, it also into the new extension. The architect undertook significant research and drives the building to be much more than just the industrial shed initially spent considerable time to investigate the possibilities of tying the two requested in the client’s brief. The use of steel was carried through into the elements together through the use of the graphics in the steel wrapping large steel swathe sculptures that also run the length of the building, helping element. Overall this a very successful scheme utilising a traditional material to ground the structure as a whole to the initial design concept. in a modern approach that is crucial in providing a clear narrative between old and new structures in the project.

56 THE ARCHITECT 2012 ISSUE 002 THE ARCHITECT Mondoluce Lighting Award Sponsored by Mondoluce

Mondoluce Lighting Award Mondoluce Lighting Award

Cultural Centre Amenities Westbury Crescent Residence Architecture Practice Architecture Practice Coniglio Ainsworth Architects David Barr Architect in collaboration with Brett Mitchell

Builder Builder Palace Homes Interstruct

Photographer Photographer Robert Johnson and Johnathan Trask Bo Wong

Jury Comments The jury would like to comment that from the initial list of 21 entrants, 11 were shortlisted and from that shortlist there were a number of projects that displayed a high standard of lighting design particularly the Binningup Residence by Paradigm Architects and also the Katajin Centre by Cox Howlett and Bailey Woodland, the Binningup Desalination Plant administration by Parry and Rosenthal, and the Air Nightclub by Chindarsi Architects. Then there were two projects that stood out by the manner in which the lighting was clearly utilised to create atmosphere and support function. Mondoluce Lighting have again been very generous in agreeing to a dual award to firstly the Cultural Centre Amenities by Coniglio Ainsworth Architects and secondly to the Westbury Residential Additions by David Barr Architect in collaboration with Brett Mitchell. In both these projects the lighting philosophy was a primary generator of the design concept in which the natural and artificial lighting strongly interacts with the form to define and augment the architectural space. The faceted geometry at the Cultural Centre Amenities is enhanced by the play of natural and concealed artificial lighting and at the Westbury Residential Additions the project is formally sculptured by exploiting natural and artificial lighting opportunities.

57 THE ARCHITECT 2012 ISSUE 002 THE ARCHITECT 2012 WA Architecture Awards Sponsors

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AECOM is a leading provider of advanced design, engineering, environmental, management, planning and advisory services in Australia, New Zealand and around the world. AECOM is a strong network of approximately 45,000 professionals in more than 130 countries. This network of professionals mobilises worldwide THE ARCHITECT 2012 ISSUE 002 THE ARCHITECT resources and experience to bring together the right teams to deliver John Rosette challenging and influential projects. National Business Development Manager, AECOM thrives on finding smarter and more efficient solutions to some of Commercial and Industrial the world’s most challenging infrastructure projects by sharing knowledge, insights and experience globally to apply to projects locally. In Australia and New Zealand, AECOM has more than 4,000 professionals across more than 25 offices working together and collaborating with their clients to understand how its teams can create solutions that bring their clients projects to life. Guzzini, established in 1959, makes indoor and outdoor luminaires, and is now the leading Italian company in the lighting design sector and one of the leaders in Europe. Dulux provides Architects and Specifiers with total product and colour solutions to ensure every project is perfect according to specification. Our headquarters are in Recanati, in Italy’s Marches region, and extends over 150,000 square metres. From Decorative to Powder and Protective Coatings, to Texture and Timber finishes, Dulux offers the widest range of protective, high performance and Our mission is to improve the quality of light, and therefore people’s quality corrosion resistant finishes ensuring your vision becomes a durable reality. of life, by making luminaires with top technical quality. Our latest colour release, Dulux World of Colour, offers a whole new world Since the early years, products were designed in collaboration with leading of possibilities, with the release of 245 new colours, palettes and new and architects and designers, such as: Giò Ponti, Rodolfo Bonetto, Bruno improved colour tools designed to make choosing the right colour even easier. Gecchelin, Renzo Piano, Norman Foster, Gae Aulenti, Piero Castiglioni, Jean Michel Wilmotte, to name a few. Discover the new Dulux World of Colour Atlas, bringing together over 4,600 colours from across the globe, including Australia and New Zealand. Explore And, since designing lighting requires knowledge of all aspects linked to the passions and places that colour Australia in the Red Heart, Blue Shore the quality of the lighting environment, on these subjects iGuzzini also spectrum, journey through the Colours of New Zealand selection, and venture collaborated with researchers, doctors, sociologists, physicists, from major amongst the Whites & Neutrals, Bolds & Brights and more. international research bodies around the world. Hold a world of colour in the palm of your hand with the extended Fandecks, Good lighting has to be created with the awareness that it has to integrate including new standalone Fandecks for Whites & Neutrals and Red Heart with its environment, taking care not to invade it, darken it, or violate it. Blue Shore. Light must be respected, and light has to, in turn, respect the nature of people and things. www.dulux.com.au/specifier. iGuzzini’s aim is to study light, to know light and to make it known; improving the integration with architecture through industrial design.

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Total Project Solutions (TPS) was established in 1998 by Harvey Symmons. We are honoured to support this years awards, an event we believe TPS is a wholly Western Australian owned and operated registered Building recognises and showcases innovative thinking and clever solutions at the Company. As a Sponsor of the Australian Institute of Architects Awards and highest level. the Sponsor of the Small Projects Category we would like to congratulate all Congratulations to all the participants and winners in this years awards. entrants in this category. TPS has developed an excellent reputation in the commercial building industry and has won several Master Builders Association awards. TPS focuses on commercial building refurbishment, interior fit outs and construction of various types of buildings, including Education Facilities, Glasshouses and Laboratories with PC & QC requirements. The Laminex Group is a leading marketer, distributor and manufacturer of premium decorative surfaces in Australia and New Zealand. Their strong TPS prides itself in working with other Professions in ensuring that the end portfolio of brands include Formica, essastone and Laminex, Australasia’s result for the Client is achieved with minimum disruption to the workplace. leading brand of decorative surfaces. 59 TPS listens to what the Client is trying to achieve and then uses the best team to exceed the Client’s expectations. The company, backed by an extensive national distribution network, remains at the forefront of global colour and design trends and is dedicated to The value of the project management that TPS offers, assists our Clients by providing inspiration and product innovation. co-ordinating all facets of the project therefore taking the stress away from the Client of running a business and undertaking a project, whether it is a small fit out, or a new building. TPS has worked with a number of Architectural Firms in transforming their concepts and designs into reality. These include PDM House (now 72 Melville Parade), Murdoch Library, CSIRO and the Australian Institute of Architects building in Nedlands. THE ARCHITECT 2012 ISSUE 002 THE ARCHITECT TPS has completed projects to the high standards that have won Architect Firms awards. TPS is a member of the Master Builders Association and meets best practice in the industry under the MBA Code of Ethics. To view photographs of completed projects and to find out more information about the services that we offer go to our website: totalprojectsolutions. com.au or by contacting Harvey Symmons on email hsymmons@ totalprojectsolutions.com.au or mobile 0417 755 377. 2012 WA Architecture Awards Sponsors

FMC is a proud sponsor of the Australian Institute of Architects 2012 The future of Timber is in Black and White! Architecture Awards. For centuries, Timber has been used in construction, it’s one of the most As an innovative research and development based company, FMC Australasia versatile, durable, sustainable and beautiful elements in construction. Pty Ltd has always been committed to improving that our products do not impact on the living and built environment. Over time this has been reflected Most people, consumers and specifiers alike, enjoy using timber, but are in our successful interactions with respected industry bodies including the; confused by the diverse range, features versus benefits and environmental consequences. • Australia Pesticide and Veterinary Medicine Authority (APVMA) It’s now easier to source, sample, specify and supply timber products, all • Building Code of Australia (BCA) from one company. • Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research organization (CSIRO) Since 1985, Australian Timber Products, trading as Austim, have built their reputation as one of WA’s most innovative timber supply and importing • Master Builders Association (MBA) companies. • Housing Industry Association (HIA) To further consolidate our position in the WA market, Austim is excited to More recently FMC has set new benchmarks with the introduction of our announce the launch of the new corporate brand of: SOLIDS. ultimate termite management commitment to the Australian consumer – The SOLIDS range consists of 50 of the most unique and widely specified • The FMC One Million Dollar 25 years Manufacturer’s Warranty against timber products, from Australia, Africa, Canada, North America, Europe and termite damage. Asia Pacific. Our products and systems are:- We have aligned ourselves only with producers who share the same vision as we do, and are passionate about timber. • Safe & Eco-Friendly – non- scheduled, non-hazardous, non-toxic, non- invasive As a point of difference we aim to source products only from responsibly managed resources and sustainably certified producers. • Effective – Scientifically proven to block, repel and kill termites Austim can provide full “Chain of Custody” certification on a range of • Enduring – designed to last at least 50 yrs. products, so as to ensure your next project meets your environmental expectation. • Accredited – Codemark, HIA GreenSmart and approved by the government’s Australia Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority Incorporated into the SOLIDS range, is a full range of certified recycled Australian Hardwoods, re-engineered from power poles, wharf and bridge FMC will always be a company that backs its products and supports its timbers. customers. You can trust us and our accredited operators to be here for you today, tomorrow and for the lifetime of your building project. To coincide with the launch of SOLIDS, new marketing tools are available to support specifiers, with distinctive and comprehensive sample folders, For more information regarding the suitability of our products and systems samples for colour boards, and a brand new website. for your projects: To experience SOLIDS, visit our website, or contact Austim on 08 9409 6111. Visit our website: www.fmcaustralasia.com.au Contact me directly: [email protected] I look forward to discussing your projects with you. Congratulations to all the participants and winners in this year’s awards.

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Living Streets: Strategies for Crafting Public Space Norman Foster: A Life in Houses of the Sundown Sea: Architecture Lesley Bain, Barbara Gray and Dave Rodgers The Architectural Vision of ISBN 9780470903810 Wiley, 2012, hardcover Harry Gesner Deyan Sudjic $105.00 ISBN 9780753828571 Today, society is moving toward a more Phoenix, 2012, softcover Lisa Germany, new photography by Jergen Nogai sustainable way of life, with cities everywhere $35.00 aspiring to become high quality places to live, ISBN 9781419700491 Norman Foster is a phenomenon – as an work and play. Streets are fundamental to this Abrams, 2012, hardcover architect, but also as an individual. He is shift. They define our system of movement, $100.00 responsible for a dozen or more of the most create connections between places, and offer opportunities to reconnect to natural systems. Casual observers and architectural aficionados recognisable buildings of the last thirty years. alike have for decades strained to catch glimpses Deyan Sudjic explores Foster’s impact on Living Streets provides practical guidance on of Harry Gesner’s spectacular houses. For more architecture and on the contemporary city. the complete street approach to sustainable than sixty years, maverick architect and California He traces his remarkable journey from the and community-minded street use and design. native Harry Gesner has been designing homes backstreets of Manchester, the determination Written by an interdisciplinary team of authors, inspired by his lifelong muse, the mythical with which he has built a global architectural the book brings insights and experience from landscape of Southern California – the land of the practice and his huge creative influence. urban planning, transportation planning and sundown sea. Amongst many other buildings, Norman Foster civil engineering perspectives. It includes examples from many completed street design Houses of the Sundown Sea is the first book to is responsible for the design of Beijing’s new examine Gesner’s work, tracing his long life and airport, one of the world’s largest; for the Rossiya projects from around the world, an overview of the design and policy tools that have been career through fifteen of his most intriguing, tower in Moscow; one of the towers at Ground highly unorthodox, and dramatic houses, which Zero; and a crop of new towers in London. He successful, and guidance to help get past the predictable obstacles to implementation: Who were built, for the most part, during the 1950s also designed the Reichstag, the new Wembley through the 1970s. Throughout his career, Gesner stadium and the British Museum’s new court. makes decisions in the right-of-way? Who takes responsibility? How can regulations be changed was drawn to unusual, challenging sites – the Sudjic’s insightful and elegantly written to allow better use of the right-of-way? kind that most architects turned down as impossible to develop – and tapped into a broad 62 biography charts the remarkable life of one of the world’s most influential architectural figures. If you’re an urban planner, designer, streak of invention and innovation that courses transportation engineer or civil engineer, Living through both himself and his houses. Though Streets is the ultimate guide for the creation impossible to categorise, his eccentric houses of more humane streetscapes that connect display signature style characteristics, such as neighbourhoods and inspire people. copious use of natural materials, especially wood and Santa Barbara fieldstone; soaring rooflines; circular rooms; and enormous beams that travel across ceilings, plunge through glass walls, and reach out into the stratosphere. Gesner’s personal archive offered an abundance of material – from his own elaborate and detailed

THE ARCHITECT 2012 ISSUE 002 THE ARCHITECT renderings, plans, blueprints and drawings to vintage photography of both his private life and many of the featured houses. Juergen Nogai was specially commissioned to photograph the houses for this book and his spectacular images depict them in a new light. Lisa Germany’s text captures the essence of Gesner as both man and architect. He is still inventing, still creating, still designing. More: the architecture of Lyons 1996-2011

Format: Hardcover Lyon Mathieson, which I think is vital in Publisher: Thames & Hudson Published: 24 May 2012 creating a thorough understanding of ISBN-13: 9780500500286 the practice. But nothing is explained Price: $120.00 before 1996. The history building up More is a thick, well designed and to the practice is not touched on at beautifully presented cloth bound book all, and significant projects, like the that covers 15 years of work. The book Telecom Corporate Centre (1992) and presents over 50 projects, broken up the Moorabbin Industry Training Centre with varying, colour coded text elements. (1996) are ignored. One coming cold to The text is divided into guest essays on this book, must assume that straight beige paper, Lyons own words on red off the bat they were getting significant paper and what appear to be notes from TAFE and cultural commissions, resulting a lecture on black. The parts written in a disjointed history. by the office are the most useful and It is fascinating to see these Avant-garde insightful here, with the lecture notes practices translated to a coffee table provide interesting snippets to piece book a decade or so down the track, and together. Reference images, newspaper how they handle the presentation of clippings and sketches are scattered their work to a wider public. With a new throughout the book, and is rounded monograph on Edmond and Corrigan The latest monograph to out with a comprehensive project list also due out on Thames and Hudson, focus on Australian practices and a summary of works currently under and a retrospective on ARM surely long is More, focusing on construction. overdue, it will be interesting to see how Melbourne based Lyons. It Lyons have made a significant their work is presented. I just hope they is a well-timed assemblage, contribution to an understanding and don’t skip the early work! with the practice producing exploration of our relationship with some large and well discussed Australian built culture and modes of Andrew Murray projects, including the Perth practice. Their work is uncompromising Central TAFE project and and like the best of their contemporaries, often difficult and confronting. So much the immense RMIT Swanston of the key to their work can be found in Academic building. early texts like Carey Lyons’ Towards a Brand New City and various discussions published in Transition and Architecture 63 Australia. The essays within touch upon these early, pivotal ideas but are not expanded or developed upon in a sufficient manner to develop a continuity or thread to follow through the work. To a reader with a casual interest in the firm, or completely new to the practice, it seems a lot of these important ideas and discussions might elude them. 2012 ISSUE 002 THE ARCHITECT

The absence of early work and the foundations of the practice follow through the whole book. While Lyons as a practice commenced in 1996, the work has its genesis in family practice Perrott The Official Journal of the Australian Institute of Architects: WA Chapter