THE KEITH NEIGHBOUR AWARD FOR COMMERCIAL ARCHITECTURE
MEALS ON WHEELS SA HEAD OFFICE JPE DESIGN STUDIO An architectural expression of the organisation’s operations and social values, the Jury believes the Meals on Wheels SA Head Office thoughtfully unites staff and visitors by bringing together administration, commercial production, storage and distribution facilities into a single home worthy of the Named Award. Responding to its city fringe context in a considered yet bold manner, the building’s robust and articulated form works to hold its corner street location providing moments of interest, relief and expression. The care in formulating a refined palette of highly crafted brickwork is offset through incorporation of translucent and porous materials that respond to use and orientation. As a multi-purpose commercial facility, the design demonstrates a sophisticated level of resolution between home, workplace, and production to blur traditional lines of separation and create a contemporary commercial environment for staff and visitors. The project showcases an exemplary level of considered design and architectural craft, striking an elegant balance between commercial imperatives and design flourish. The Meals on Wheels SA Head Office provides an outstanding platform to support the organisation’s efforts long into the future. PHOTOGRAPHY DAVID SIEVERS
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