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CONTENTS
Highlights from this issue of Commercial Design Trends
Waiariki Institute of Technology
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Ngoolark, Edith Cowan University, Perth
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The Blyth Performing Arts Centre
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Ravensdown offices, Christchurch
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Metro Performance Glass, East Tamaki
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Clariant Chemicals, Navi Mumbai, India
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Brookfield Multiplex, Melbourne
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Sunrise Kempinski Hotel, Beijing
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DoubleTree by Hilton, Melbourne
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COMMERCIAL DESIGN TRENDS To get a sense of how much education has changed in recent years, you only need to look at some of the new buildings that are appearing on school and university campuses around the world. These buildings not only have to project a distinctive image of the institution that will help attract students to enrol, they also need to accommodate new approaches to learning, and facilities for leisure and cultural activities. In this issue, we look at a range of responses to demands like these – from a large scale health sciences education building in Arizona, to the awardwinning Blyth Performing Arts Centre at Iona College in Havelock North. We also show two office designs that contrast in scale and location, while both encouraging a more collaborative approach in the workplace. And that contrast in scale is also very evident in our two featured hotels – Melbourne’s boutique Doubletree by Hilton and the grandly propotioned Sunrise Kempinski Hotel on Beijing’s Yanqu Island.
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SECTION FOCUS EDUCATION FACILITIES
TAKING SHAPE Four educational facilities each owe their distinctive form to a combination of functional requirements and their surrounding environment
Project Health Sciences Education Building
Location: Phoenix
Architect: CO Architects
ONLY IN ARIZONA The Health Sciences Education Building in urban Phoenix draws inspiration from surrounding mountains and canyons and responds to the intense desert climate
Look at the buildings in any city around the
The colour and patina of the mountains were
world and there would be few that truly have a unique sense of place. Most of them could have
abstracted by folding the building’s copper skin, creating a visual connection to its surroundings.
been built anywhere – and probably already have.
But it’s the form of the building in response to the intense effects of the Arizona desert climate
But CO Architects’ principal, L. Paul Zajfen, is sure that doesn’t apply to the Health Sciences Education Building the firm designed for a medical campus in downtown Phoenix. “The mountains surrounding Phoenix are a reddish colour and very striated,” says Zajfen. “I wanted to evoke the heaviness and solidity of those mountains and make it feel like it was only possible to build this in Phoenix.”
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that makes it so site specific, says Zajfen. “The form evolved from modelling how the sun moves around the building, and how it could be given as much shading as possible.” This was achieved by dividing the facility into two east-west wings and then determining the optimum position and sizes of glazed areas and shading devices to reduce the air conditioning load.
Preceding pages and below:For the form of the Health Sciences Education Building in downtown Phoenix, CO Architects drew on the solidity, colours and striations of the surrounding mountains. Facing page:A canyon-like space separating the two wings of the building brings light into the centre and is covered by giant shades to keep it cool.
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Facing page:Patterned copper panels form the building’s outer skin. On the southern face (top), overhangs shade the windows. The western face (lower) has no windows, but light can penetrate through controlled cuts. Below, left:Light entering one of the cuts on the western facade brightens the learning commons. Below, right:The canyon is a cool and shaded outdoor space between the two wings.
The windowless east and west facades are both
that of the ambient outside air, it helps to cool this
carved open to create deep crevices with shaded north and south glazing, bringing light right into the
outdoor space. Facilities at the Health and Science Education
centre of each of the wings. Plus the exterior space between the two wings is tall and intentionally
Building include three large lecture halls accommodating 130-140 students each, simulation operating
narrow – and is referred to as the canyon.
theatres with computerised mannequins, standard-
“Despite being very narrow, it’s not oppressive in this climate. It’s physically cool, clad in masonry to
ised patient examination rooms, and briefing and debriefing rooms for feedback sessions.
absorb heat and shaded by large sails above.” Exhaust air from the building’s heating and
The complex provides learning environments to train 1200 medical professionals and will also
cooling systems is also pumped into the canyon.
serve as a learning and teaching resource for the
Because the exhaust air temperature is lower than
research community.
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Left, top:The main circulation stair has a gentle rise to encourage students to use it, plus incorporates study spaces on the landings. This view looks out to the canyon, toward the street. Left, lower:The lobby connects with the bottom of the main staircase. The canyon to the left. Right, top:The second-floor learning commons includes the library, lounge space and study carrels. Right, lower:This breakout area is a completely exterior space. The nozzles in the ceiling exhaust cool, treated air making this a popular outdoor area despite the hot Phoenix climate. Below:1 lobby, 2 cafeteria, 3 student lounge, 4 lecture hall, 5 lecture hall (proposed), 6 learning hall (proposed), 7 high-end computer classrooms (proposed), 8 canyon courtyard
Project:Health Sciences Education Building, Phoenix, AZ Executive and design architect:CO Architects, Los Angeles Associate architect:Ayers Saint Gross, Phoenix, AZ Structural engineer:John A Martin & Associates Civil engineer:Dibble Engineering Mechanical and electrical engineer:AEI Engineers Climate engineer:Transsolar Energietechnik Fire consultant:Rof Jensen & Associates Lighting designer:Kaplan Gehrying McCarroll Lighting Construction company:Joint venture between DPR Construction and Sundt Construction, Inc Cladding:Masonry by Trenwyth Industries; metal panels by VM Zinc; metal and glass curtain wall by KT Fabrication, Inc Roof:PVC roofing by Sarnatil, Inc; PTFE tensioned fabric shade structure by Fabri-Tec Structures
Facade construction:Copper by Kovach, Inc Glazing:Viracon; windows by KT Fabrication, Inc Paints:Sherwin-Williams Awards:AIA CAE Design Excellence Award 2015 Story by Paul Taylor Photography by Bill Timmerman
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Project Health and Science Centre, Waiariki Institute of Technology
Location: Rotorua
Architectural design: Darryl Church Architecture in association with MOAA Architects
FORWARD THINKING Multi-purpose, transparent classrooms that can be reconfigured in moments ensure this learning facility makes the best use of available space and empowers students
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Below:Green mesh and patterned, pigmented green concrete envelope the new Health and Science Centre at the Waiariki Institute of Technology. Plans:1 Entry, 2 Lift, 3 Admin, 4 Social learning commons, 5 Whanau room, 6 Teaching space, 7 Clinical wards, 8 Simulation control room, 9 Store, 10 Bathroom, 11 Pharmacy, 12 Sluice, 13 Lecture theatre, 14 Experimental teaching space, 15 Void, 16 Laboratory, 17 Laboratory Prep, 18 Services, 19 Interview room, 20 Staffroom
Seated in rows, facing the front, fidgeting when no-one’s looking – this is the tired, space-
is also forward-looking in more fundamental ways.
hungry model of classrooms past. The future of
didactic and static classroom cell delivery to an interactive, student centric, self-tailored model of
learning, however, looks lighter on its feet – more adaptable, peer-focussed, and teaching-effective. The Health and Science Centre is a striking new building on Rotorua’s Waiariki Institute of Technology campus. The three-level facility that houses the Faculty of Health Education and Humanities is an is an early cornerstone of a planned pedestrian boulevard that will reorganise the campus. However, the highly researched and highly contemporary building, designed by Darryl Church Architecture in association with MOAA Architects,
The trend seen here is to move away from a
learning, says Church. “Most teaching spaces in the centre are transparent, with operable glass walls that can pull back to turn two classrooms into one larger gathering space, for example. Their see-through nature means students can watch other students learning. This is a positive model in two ways – students are inclined to stay on task when they know others are looking on. And, in turn, the onlookers are energised by seeing their peers in full learning mode.”
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1st floor
ground floor
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But the Health and Science Centre’s versatility goes beyond reconfigurable classroom walls.
they can easily be repurposed down the line.” With almost every space, even specialist areas,
Everything was considered with the future in mind. “The institute initially wanted the lecture hall to
designed to be flexible, the architects also found room to introduce large social learning commons,
be an auditorium with stepped seating, but we sug-
where students could pursue non-classroom
gested a flat-floored venue would be more versatile – potentially used for functions and other perfor-
aspects of their courses, such as study or reading. The dynamic learning centre is covered in a
mances as well as for speakers,” says Church. “And there may be a time where the building is
vibrant façade of glass with a green mesh overlay and patterned, green-pigmented concrete. The
put to other uses. With this in mind, laboratories
calming effects of green are well documented while
have their services linked in around the perimeters, rather than to static benches through the room, so
the colour and patterning also reference the huge forest plantations in the vicinity.
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Below:The centre’s open social learning commons are all part of helping students achieve a sense of self-governance and control in their learning environment. Facing page top:A complex wood design brings visual interest to the lecture theatre. Facing page middle and lower:The glass-walled rooms flood natural light through the interiors. Most work stations in the learning centre are mobile.
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Below:Changing perspectives – mesh screens to control the sun’s rays are barely visible or solid depending on the viewing angle.
Project:Health and Science Centre, Waiariki Institute of Technology, Rotorua Architecture firms:Darryl Church Architecture, lead architectural designer Darryl Church; in association with MOAA Architects, lead architect Tim Horne Construction:Hawkins Construction Structural and civil engineer:AECOM Mechanical and electrical engineer:E Cubed Building Workshop Quantity surveyors:Kingstons and Partners Earthworks:Hickeys Contractors Landscaping:Hawkins, Urban Green Fire consultant:OnFire Cladding:Aliclad Roof:Dimond DP955 Façade:Precast concrete panels from Stresscrete, oxide pigments by Peter Fell and Xypex waterproof additives Glazing system:APL 135 Flushglaze Hardware:Sopers Balconies and balustrades:Metroglass Flooring:Shaw carpet tiles, Tarkett vinyl, and ceramic tiling, supplied by Jacobsens; American white oak, from Rosenfield Kidson Wallcoverings:Composition and Cube, supplied by Autex Industries; plasterboard by Gib Systems; Macrocarpa t&g panelling Paints:Resene Systems Ceiling:Peakform, Vector edge Heating and air conditioning:Aquavent Mechanical Contractors, Mitsubishi Systems Award:ADNZ/Resene Supreme Design Award Story by Charles Moxham Photography by Graeme Murray
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Project Ngoolark, Edith Cowan University, Joondalup Campus
Location: Joondalup, Perth
Architect: JCY Architects and Urban Designers
LEARNING TAKES FLIGHT With its golden “plumage” and uplifting architecture, this new student building creates a dramatic and symbolic gateway to a modern university campus
Universities are like any corporate firm – they must compete for business in a tough market. But it’s not only the quality of the education that gives one university an edge over another. Increasingly, for students today, it’s the facilities that create that all-important point of difference. And it’s not just about the buildings – it’s also about the webs that link these together to create a vibrant student hub. These were key influences in the design of Ngoolark, a new student building at the Edith Cowan University (ECU) in Perth by JCY Architects and Urban Designers – a firm that has a long history working with the university. JCY project architect Will Thomson says the university, which was established in 1991, made a conscious decision to compete with more established universities.
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“The university looks to define itself as a cuttingedge campus that puts students first,” he says. “It recognises the role amazing architecture plays in achieving its ambitions.” Thomson says the site was at the confluence of several important campus pathways, but there were level changes that impeded the pedestrian flow. The new six-storey building needed to absorb these changes in level so they were no longer a barrier. “The inherent level changes also gave us exciting opportunities – to create formal and informal landscaped areas that would link to create a campus street filled with both active and passive spaces.” The building was consequently designed with a vast forum-marketplace level and an elevated podium level. These two areas are connected by generous stairs and by the building’s vertical spine, created by a lofty atrium on the east side.
Preceding pages and below:A golden canopy and veil enliven the exterior of Ngoolark, the new student building at the Edith Cowan University in Perth. Designed by JCY Architects and Urban Planners the building references the curved, overlapping feathers of the Carnaby’s black cockatoo, after which it was named. On this south face, vertical sunshades minimise direct solar gain from the sun in the late afternoon.
With the university’s desire for iconic architecture and a connection to the local “place”, JCY took
“This creates a rich patina externally, along with wonderful shadows and silhouettes on the interior
design inspiration from indigenous fauna of the region and cultural themes from the local Noongar
as they reflect light, colour and shade in myriad patterns around the building.”
Left:A change in ground level is successfully negotiated by two pedestrian precincts – one at the lower forum level and the other at the upper podium level. Lower left:The landscaping echoes the swirling patterns of a billabong, complete with columns shaped like eroded rock forms.
Aboriginal people of the South West of Australia.
These patterns are reinterpreted in the white
“The building takes its name from the Noongar word for the endangered Carnaby’s black cockatoo
ceramic frit on the external glazing behind the veil, while a local honey-eater, or jindee, is patterned
– the Ngoolark,” says the architect. “The materials reference this, and other elements
onto the frameless glazing in the five-storey atrium foyer. The pattern is also echoed in a bespoke
from nature. For example, the golden perforated
carpet design.
aluminium veil that wraps around the upper three levels of the building is based on the shimmer-
“There are further local references in the landscaping of the podium and forum,” says Thomson.
ing scales of a butterfly wing. The panels were designed as a continuous skin, which was folded
“The paving embodies the flow of water through the site, complete with eddies and eroding rocks.
and modulated as it was laid in place around the building. The fabric was then stretched and rolled
The silver granite pattern inlaid into dark charcoal concrete references the name Joondalup, which
to the east to become a floating sculptural roof of the café on the upper podium.” But while the veil itself references a butterfly’s wing, the perforated patterns on it are derived from the curved overlapping feathers of the Carnaby’s
translates to the silvery light of the moon reflected on water. “The podium’s folded and sculpted white concrete soffit and facetted columns appear eroded and opened up, just as they would be in nature. We
cockatoo. These are represented as solid and void in the gold veil.
also added seven eucalypts that will provide a leafy shade canopy and dappled light.”
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Below:The perforated golden veil, or skin, creates the sculptural form of the building, and gives it an inviting sense of transparency.
The architect says Ngoolark has not only changed the entire campus by introducing a integrally connected civic building and precinct, but it has also changed how surrounding buildings and precincts operate. There are new physical connections between the podium and library, coffee shop and lecture theatre, as well as direct links to other buildings, roads and car parks. On the inside, Ngoolark incorporates the Student Services Centre, a public zone, sophisticated office accommodation with open-plan workplace environments, collaborative spaces and breakout areas that open out to the atrium. The building has been designed so it can be converted easily into classroom and teaching spaces if required. ECU manager of asset delivery Clark Randrup says Ngoolark brings together all of the student services facilities, which were previously diffused and scattered around the campus. “Centralising these services has not only benefitted students and staff, but has also freed up former office space for other uses, such as research facilities. The guild – student union – has moved into the new building as well, which gives guild staff much easier access to students and vice versa.” Randrup says ECU also took the opportunity to raise the bar for disabled services. “We went well above the Australian disability standards throughout the building. It incorporates numerous special features for people with a range of disabilities.” Consultation with the local Noongar community was another key element of the design process. “We undertook a lot of workshops with the local community to ensure we were referencing the culture appropriately,” says Thomson. “This helped to create a real sense of place and ownership.” Sustainability was also a design driver – the building has been designed to achieve a 5 Star Green Star rating. Key features include double glazing, a high-performance curtain wall and displacement heating and cooling. A building management system integrated into a campus-wide management solution tunes and monitors the building. ECU has also added end-of-trip facilities, with 60 bicycle stands, showers, toilets and lockers.
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Left:A grand atrium forms a vertical spine on the east side of the building. The ceramic frit on the glass balustrading, which also references the overlapping features of the jindee honeyeater, provides a degree of privacy for the offices beyond. The sculptural artwork, titled Synapse, was a collaboration between Andrew Stumpfel and Sohan Ariel Hayes. Above right:Open stairs and offices provide plenty of opportunities for social interaction. Story by Colleen Hawkes Photography by Peter Bennetts and Rob Ramsay
Project:Ngoolark, Edith Cowan University, Joondalup Campus, Perth, WA Architect:JCY Architects and Urban Designers, Perth Project manager:NS Projects Construction company:Pact Construction Structural and civil engineer:BG&E Mechanical and electrical engineer:WGE Quantity surveyor:RBB Landscaping:Plan E Fire consultant:SPP BCA Consultant:JMG Safe access:Altura Acoustic consultant:Gabriels Environmental Design ESD consultant:Umow Lai Cladding:Alucobond Spectra; gold anodised perforated aluminium by Penguin International Roofing:Fielders TL-5 steel Curtain wall:Darley Skywall double glazed system atrium and glass balustrading from Penguin International Hardware:Parker Black Forest Paints:Dulux
Flooring:Forbo Marmoleum Concrete Black Hole and Concrete Moon Ceilings:Boral Echo Stop; Armstrong Metal Pan acoustic panels; timber batten by Top End Ceilings Lighting:Living Edge, Thorn, Lightworks, Klik, Plant Lighting, Iguzzini, Dimension 8 Public area furniture:Living Edge workstations, Design Collective Maxton fox workstations, Stylecraft Prisma lounge, ottomans, Polar lounge, Assaf Israel D&A modular sofa; external furniture – District Twig and Claps
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Project The Blyth Performing Arts Centre, Iona College
Location: Havelock North
Architect: Stevens Lawson Architects
SOUND DECISIONS Architecture and acoustical features are perfectly integrated to create a world-class sound experience in this concert hall with an asymmetric form
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Below:The Blyth Performing Arts Centre forms part of the welcome process to Iona College, Havelock North. Stevens Lawson Architects derived the form of the building from the asymmetry forms of nearby Te Mata Peak and also references the shape of musical instruments.
The best architecture is a perfect synthesis of form and function. Not only should a building be beautiful, it should also be beautiful to use. That’s the underlying principle architects Nicholas Stevens and Gary Lawson say they applied to their design of The Blyth Performing Arts Centre at Iona College. In this case, the functional requirement was a 400-seat concert hall specifically designed for non-amplified music, but which could also accommodate dance and theatre performances as well as school assemblies. “The college wanted the hall to have world-class acoustics, while the building itself had the potential to make a welcoming statement at the approach to the school,” says Nicholas Stevens. The form of the building had two main drivers – the asymmetrical shape of nearby Te Mata Peak, and sensuous, curvaceous shapes associated with musical instruments. The resulting asymmetric design carries through to the interior of the concert hall itself. And to get the sound right, Stevens Lawson called on the expertise of acoustic consultants Marshall Day. Stevens says the asymmetrical shape allowed the sound to be spread through the space in a more dynamic way that was ideal for the acoustics. “We’ve integrated the acoustical features so they’re become part of the architecture,” he says. “So the ceiling wraps around and fragments into ripples, or ‘clouds’, which disperse the sound. This required very precise measurements and calculations to ensure the correct dispersal occurred.” While the concert acoustics have already been acclaimed by a range of performers in the hall, it also needed to work for other types of performances. This is achieved through the variable acoustic wall at the rear of the hall. “This can modify the reverberation time in the room at the touch of a button, and dampen the sound for spoken word,” says Stevens. With the concert hall complete and fully used by the school and the community, the next phase will be to add a music room and dance theatre.
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Left:1 porte cochere, 2 entry, 3 foyer, 4 servery/bar, 5 reception, 6 toilets, 7 kitchen, 8 office, 9 green room, 10 stage, 11 plant room, 12 scene dock/assembly, 13 loading dock Below:The orientation of the building allows the foyer to overlook parkland and established oak trees. The stairs lead to the theatre control room and balcony seating on the first floor. Right:The foyer’s dramatic double-height space adds to the sense of occasion on arriving at The Blyth. Architect Nicholas Stevens says the extensive use of bandsawn pine here is an example of how modest materials can be used to great effect.
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Project:The Blyth Performing Arts Centre, Iona College, Havelock North Architect:Nicholas Stevens FNZIA and Gary Lawson FNZIA, Stevens Lawson Architects (Auckland) Construction company:Mackersey Construction Mechanical and electrical engineer:E Cubed Quantity surveyor:Rider Levett Bucknall Landscaping:Iona College Acoustics consultant:Marshall Day Cladding:LT7 from Dimond; Rustic Clad from JSC Timber; Lexan Thermo Click, Ampelite; pre-cast concrete Roofing:LT7 from Diamond Glazing:APL Vantage by Wight Aluminium Interior flooring:Polished concrete by Polished Concrete Ltd; stage sprung floor by Hardwood Technology; Marmoleum from Forbo; Vitex decking from Hermpac; carpet tiles from Inzide Commercial Timber panelling:Bandsawn pine from Herman Pacific
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Paints:Resene Ceilings:Fibrous acoustic diffuser panels from Atlans Fibrous Plaster Co; Aona Knauf Cleaneo; Gib Veneers:Melteca Sublime Teak; Bestwood Tasmanian Ash Public space lighting:Noguchi from Akari Auditorium lighting:Brightgreen, Kenderdein Electrical Auditorium seating:Merje Acoustic wall:Altair louvres in pine Story by Paul Taylor Photography by Mark Smith
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Previous pages:The concert chamber is a generous and elegant room with finely tuned acoustics, like a musical instrument. Its asymmetrical interior allows sound to spread through the space in a more dynamic way. Above:There’s seating for 300 in the centre of the hall and a further 100 around the perimeter balcony. Reflective panels on the ceiling are precisely designed to disperse the sound, while at the same time being integral to the architecture.
Bringing a world of imagination to life
Designed by Steven Lawson Architects, the Blyth Performing Arts Centre is a new place for music and theatre performance, an extraordinary amenity to gracefully serve Iona College and the wider community, and a legacy for generations to follow. Rider Levett Bucknall is pleased to have taken this ambitious project from page to reality.
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Project The Poynton
Location: Takapuna, Auckland
Construction: Haydn & Rollett
LIFESTYLE PLUS Situated in Takapuna, The Poynton is a premium retirement village – the design and construction, over ten years, has resulted in a social, welcoming place to be
Left:The final stage of the upmarket Poynton retirement village has been completed. Hadyn & Rollett provided project management services and design and build works for the developers, Metlifecare. The design comprises eight buildings set around a central square. Right:The apartment complex is finished to high specifications with natural, low maintenance materials used throughout.
Featuring outstanding facilities, upmarket apartments and unrivalled comfort, security and peace of mind, The Poynton retirement village offers golden years to aspire to. The carefully considered design ensures residents get the most out of life. Conceiving the high-end lifestyle village on a greenfield site provided the ideal opportunity to create a cohesive, resident-focused environment. The village has about 240 independent living apartments, 15 serviced apartments and five care suites. Facilities include a swimming pool, spa, gymnasium, billiards, arts, library, lounges, bar and café, all with the qualities expected of a five-star facility. The project has just recently reached fruition after 7.5 years of staged construction. Architects Steven Hill and Shaun Thompson were involved from early on in the piece while Haydn & Rollett undertook the multi-faceted construction. The design is a series of eight buildings wrapping around a central landscaped courtyard – a dynamic green oasis that forms the heart of the village. A
colonnade surrounds most of the square, linking the buildings and creating a sheltered linking space. Precast concrete walls and a modular design system were developed to maximise cost benefits while maintenance costs were reduced by the use of natural products and long life materials. Haydn & Rollett’s role went beyond construction. The company also undertook the project management and some design aspects of the complex, which was up to seven levels high over a full-site basement carpark. The site covers an area of 1.8ha. The elegant forward-looking development is driven by Metlifecare, a well-regarded provider with retirement villages located throughout the country. Metlifecare project manager for The Poynton Jase Bartram says Metlifecare has been ‘over the moon’ about the services provided by Haydn & Rollett. “The company worked closely with us and the architects throughout – providing a seamless product at a competitive price. The final word goes to our residents, though. The Poynton is well loved.”
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Developer Metlifecare, 20 Kent St, Newmarket, Auckland 1023 Phone (09) 539 8000 Web www.metlifecare.co.nz Architects Klein Stephen Hill, Shaun Thompson (now of Edes Ltd) Design and build, project management: Haydn & Rollett, 1 The Warehouse Way Northcote, Auckland Phone (09) 444 7379 Email info@haydnrollett.co.nz Web www.haydnrollett.co.nz see more images 47920 at trendsideas.com
Left:Extensive facilities include dining options, a generous sized swimming pool and a site-wide underground carpark.
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Project Orion Health Headquarters
Location: Auckland
Construction Canam Construction
FAST-TRACK EFFICIENCY Seismic strengthening and a multifaceted upgrade to the Orion Health building were carried out smoothly and to a tight time frame by Canam Construction
Having a broad understanding of all aspects
expansion on the global market, says Canam’s
of construction is only part of the skill-set required in today’s competitive environment – the ability to
managing director Loukas Petrou. “Orion selected Canam to carry out the works
pro-actively manage a job can be a deal maker.
based on our track record, ‘can do’ attitude and availability of resources. Importantly, we were able
Canam Interiors works closely with architects and designers, creating dynamic, modern fit-outs and ensuring seamless project flow along the way. This project is a case in point. Orion Health is a New Zealand-owned specialist healthcare IT provider which needed new headquarters and overflow space to cater for their rapid
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to demonstrate that we could effectively manage the works to allow the client occupation from day one of the construction. This was by carefully staging the works as well as separating access and egress points for client and contractors.” The client’s commitment to the well-being of staff
These pages:Above-compliance seismic reinforcing, a new four-level atrium, extensive repairs, and a replacement facade and new cafe and balcony were all addressed by Canam Construction for the Orion Health upgrade. Precision project planning by Canam underpinned the complex project.
meant it opted to carry out a seismic upgrade of the
new retail café and balcony on the ground floor.
structure that was over and above the standards required by the building code. The engineering
To fast-track the multi-faceted undertaking, Canam’s project team was active in promoting
solution called for 19m-deep driven piles, external steel pipe ‘K’ braces on three sides of the building
innovative, cost-effective solutions as well as maintaining the highest standards of quality and safety.
over two levels, plus internal lateral steel reinforcing, retrofitted under the concrete slab. However, this was only half the story. At the same time, Canam undertook a new central atrium
Archimedia was the architect on the project. For details, contact Canam Interiors, phone (09) 836 3069. Website: www.canam.co.nz
over four levels, extensive repairs, and replacement to the external façade. The company also created a
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CONSTRUCTION | INTERIORS | JOINERY
CANAM CONSTRUCTION LIMITED
87 Central Park Drive Henderson, Auckland 0610
www.canam.co.nz
P 09 836 3069 F 09 837 2449 E construction@canam.co.nz
SEEN BUT NOT HEARD Acoustic insulation can be as colourful or as quiet as you wish. These buildings all feature Heradesign acoustic wood wool panels from Potter Interior Systems Above:Heradesign acoustic wood wool panels from Potter Interior Systems can be painted to suit any commercial or residential interior. The panels are made from PEFC-certified timber, pure magnesite and water, and are emission free.
Large, open-plan spaces, hard floors and lots of people – it may seem like a recipe for amplified noise, but with the right acoustic insulation such spaces can be both comfortable and aesthetically pleasing. Heradesign acoustic wood wool panels for walls and ceilings provide a cost-effective solution for noise control. The panels, which are supplied by Potter Interior Systems, have a fine or superfine textured surface, and can be painted. This means they can be integrated into the design of a building, either as a special feature, or a neutral backdrop. Potter Interior Systems says this design flexibility is one of the key benefits of the panels – they can be coloured to match corporate branding, create a particular mood, or enliven a public space. The panels are available with different ratings for varying acoustic performance requirements. And
they can be installed in different ways – direct fixed, wall mounted, or as suspended ceilings, ceiling rafts or ceiling baffles. Heradesign acoustic wood wool panels are also a natural, eco-friendly option. Manufactured in Austria from sustainable, PEFC-certified timber, pure magnesite and water, the panels are emission free and use photocatalytic colour that actively reduces organic air pollutants under light. Potter Interior Systems says the panels have additional benefits, including an excellent fire rating and high impact resistance. For details, contact Potter Interior Systems, phone 0800 POTTERS. Email: specsupport@potters.co.nz. Website: www.potters.co.nz
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Project Ravensdown Corporate Office, Christchurch
Design and construction Naylor Love Construction and Stufkens + Chambers Architects
LVL structure and detailing Nelson Pine Industries Ltd
GREEN AND GROWING The new corporate offices of the Ravensdown Fertiliser Co-operative combine a low environmental impact with a distinctive, high-profile design
With a post-quake scenario of no premises,
Architects, we designed a building that responds
Christchurch-based Ravensdown wanted its new offices to offer a harmonious, practical working
intrinsically to the client’s brief and fulfils the design, operational and environmental objectives.”
environment for staff. The building needed to have
The resulting head office building is highly durable and easily maintained, with a mix of
high quality materials and detailing, while reinforcing the firm’s profile as a grass roots agri-business. Naylor Love was engaged to provide the design and build solution, says the company’s project manager on this job, Daryl Strawbridge. “In partnership with Stufkens + Chambers
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polished concrete, acrylics, natural timber finishes through to plywood and LVL portal frames. “Essentially, we achieved the aesthetic look required through a beautiful yet practical mix of traditional finishes and contemporary detailing.”
These pages:The head office for agriculture fertiliser company Ravensdown had to combine good looks with a green ethos. Vibrant contemporary facade elements and an ergonomic design are matched by the use of sustainable building materials.
Left: Stufkens + Chambers Architects designed the Ravensdown Corporate Office to have an understated, modern presence. Colourful perspex strips represent blades of grass and are also pleasing when viewed from the interiors without blocking out natural light. Below left:The four meeting rooms look out the front of the facility. There is also a central boardroom. All areas have a spacious, airy feel and are flooded with natural light.
As a flagship for Ravensdown’s rebranding, the building had to have a strong people focus – for both visitors and staff, says Marcus Stufkens, design director at Stufkens + Chambers Architects. “Their brand and product focus influenced both the building and interiors. We wanted to reflect the organic nature and vibrancy of the company and its values. The T-shaped building has reception at the junction, reinforcing that the customer is central to all they do. Here, farming imagery, and transluscent panels echo the coloured slatting to the exterior; a subtle reference to lush fields and grass – the heart
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of the business,” says Stufkens. “From the entry, staff or visitors move into hall-like interiors where the exposed wood portals reflect the building’s structural strength – a reassuring and pleasing sight given Christchurch’s post-quake environment.” These open, airy office volumes are high stud with sophisticated accoustics to optimise comfort for the 140 plus staff that comprise the company’s six plus business sections. The café seats over 50 and is on the sheltered side of the structure, with giant sliding doors gliding back to make the courtyard and indoors one.
Below:Structural and cosmetic engineered wood elements feature prominently on the interiors of the cutting-edge project. These were supplied by Nelson Pine Industries.
The interiors feature wood structure and detailing
to a high degree and exterior elements given a
that reflect a crafted input appropriate for a thriving
LignaGuard weather protection coating.”
grass-roots agricultural business, says Andrew Van Houtte, LVL projects manager for Nelson Pine
The LVL finishes were an important part of the look. The LVL portals are made from relaminated
Industries, the company that supplied and installed several engineered wood products for the project.
45mm billets of LVL. These are pressed together using resin-and-hardener resorcinal adhesive prior
“Our role was varied for Ravensdown. It included
to being CNC cut with Nelson Pine Industries’ K2i
the supply of the Laminated Veneer Lumber (LVL) structural components, portals, gussets and purlins
Hundegger joinery machine. These were shop drawn as 3D images prior to machining.
– all cut to shape. We also supplied the spray nail pattern for the gusset plates and the factory-fitted
“We used crossbanded LVL for the gussets for enhanced nailing capacity and dimensional stability
gussets to portal legs. Components were finished
when exposed to the elements,” Van Houtte says.
Architect: Stufkens + Chambers Architects Christchurch, Tauranga, and Auckland, phone: (03) 359 4033, Email: info@scarchitects.co.nz Web: www.scarchitects.co.nz Design and build: Naylor Love Construction, 286 Cashel St, Christchurch 8011, phone: (03) 374 6285 Web: www.naylorlove.co.nz LVL construction/finishing: Nelson Pine Industries Ltd, PO Box 3049, Richmond, Nelson, phone: 0800 800 438 Email: LVL@nelsonpine.co.nz Web: www.nelsonpine.co.nz see more images 47920 at trendsideas.com
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CELEBRATING EXCELLENCE Two new awards have been launched by Property Council New Zealand to recognise and celebrate leadership and innovation in the regions
Two regions in New Zealand have been singled out for special attention in one of this country’s most prestigious award programmes. Property Council New Zealand has announced the inaugural Wellington Property People Awards and the Property Council New Zealand Meridian Energy Southern Excellence Awards, which are both designed to raise the bar and celebrate excellence in the regions. The council says the announcement follows the huge success of the We Are Waikato Awards. “The Wellington Property People Awards provide a platform to pay tribute to the people in property who make Wellington a great place to live, work and play. It is these people, who have the courage and vision for bigger and better things, that deliver the projects that are transforming the city.” The council says these awards are a formal recognition and celebration of the hard work of these individuals who come from all industry sectors. “These people have a passion for a thriving capital city and have undertaken daring projects, investing their time, money and expertise.” The Property Council New Zealand Meridian Energy Southern Excellence Awards are designed to flaunt the crusaders of the South Island property industry – the people who have paved the way and whose vision will shape the region’s cities and towns for future generations. These awards will recognise and celebrate outstanding leadership and innovation. “There has never been a better time for this unashamedly parochial, unified and proud region to rejoice in its property industry pioneers – something that has never been done before,” the council says. For details, visit www.propertynz.co.nz
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Project UniMed Building
Location: Christchurch
Window supply and installation:and Fairview Systems, Canterbury Aluminium
IN THE FRAME State-of-the-art window frames optimise strength and outlooks in Christchurch’s flagship UniMed building – product by Fairview Systems, installation by Canterbury Aluminium Choosing the right window frames can bring added strength to a building project, while the right glazing creates a cool, low-e outlook for occupants. UniMed building in Christchurch is a case in point. The flagship building includes a mixture of frames from Fairview Systems – 100mm, 125mm and 150mm Commercial seismic frames and 40mm Architectural – installed by Canterbury Aluminium. All joinery is Mist Black Anodised and features frameless glass doors at the entry points, says Canterbury Aluminium’s Shaun Crawley. “Visually the building is impressive – the front
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façade is four storeys high with our joinery covering 3.8m x 21m on each floor. The glazing is N70 Climaguard Low E – which has a nice blue-green tinge.” The firm also installed joinery to the 14m internal feature stairs that rise to Fairview’s glazed roof light. For details, contact Canterbury Aluminium, phone (03) 388 5207. Web: www.canterburyaluminium.co.nz For information on Fairview Systems, phone (09) 574 2900. Web: www.fairviewwindows.co.nz
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Above:Architectural and seismic frames bring strength and good looks to the flagship UniMed building in central Christchurch.
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Project Metro Performance Glass
Location: East Tamaki, Auckland
Architect: Williams Architects
TRANSPARENT AGENDA The award-winning new office and processing factory of Metro Glass Highbrook is a gleaming advertisement for the forward-looking company’s stock in trade These pages:On the new Auckland Metro Performance Glass building, designed by Williams Architects, the facade has clear ends to admit natural light while the west facade shields occupants from the low afternoon sun and water glare.
Property Council New Zealand awards aren’t given out lightly, so when Metro Performance Glass (Metroglass) received the Excellence in Industrial Buildings award for its new head office and manufacturing facility in Auckland, the best in class accolade was well earned. The building, driven by developer Goodman and designed by Williams Architects, replaces Metroglass’ four existing buildings and plant with one large facility, using its own products throughout – both for practical reasons and to show off its broad range of glass products. Williams Architects’ design includes a flexible layout to accommodate the manufacturer’s new plant and uses efficient planning on the long, narrow site to allow for future expansion, says Nigel Rigby, chief executive officer at Metroglass.
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“While the factory layout is optimised for the glass production process, it can easily be reconfigured into two separate, high-stud warehouses down the line – future-proofing the building.” The open-plan offices are orientated to the street approach – at the same time making the most of the water views for customers and staff. Sustainability was a factor in the award result, too. A series of passive solar and energy saving features were introduced. These include high efficiency LED lighting to supplement the extensive daylight flooding through roof lights; passive roof ventilators for optimum air quality without energy use; thermal mass and stability from exposed precast concrete walls; and rainwater harvesting using four 30,000L rainwater tanks, which together bring considerable savings in potable water demand.
In the factory, the glass production process is
interior staff comfort; glass with an STC/Rw 34 to
set up to occur linearly, with inwards loading from
40 rating for noise control, and medium toughened
the southern yard, production process through the length of factory, and dispatch at the northern yard. Vertical clear cladding is utilised to maximise daylight levels for safety and visual comfort while at the same time reducing operational energy use. “The entrances to the site, factory and office are easily identifiable from the street,” says Rigby. “The office entry – directly facing the road – has an eye-catching glazed double height atrium stair and red-glazed lobby made using Metroglass’ own advanced glass products. Metroglass products featured include low VLT glass to control the western sun and water glare, high-quality light and thermal performance glass for
and laminated glass for security. “Our development team has delivered a
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design-build property solution that maximises the production and distribution efficiency of Metro Performance Glass, New Zealand’s largest glass processor,” says John Dakin, chief executive officer for developer Goodman New Zealand. For details, contact Metro Performance Glass, phone (09) 927 3000, 5 Lady Fisher Place, Highbrook, Auckland. Email: akl@metroglass.co.nz, website: www.metroglasstech.co.nz
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Below and facing page upper:A red-glazed wind lobby offers an example of the dramatic architectural glass possibilities available from Metro Performance Glass. Facing page lower:The expansive manufacturing facility is laid out to optimise internal comfort and plant efficiency.
SECTOR REPORT INFRASTRUCTURE
LOOKING FORWARD Spending on infrastructure is an investment in people and communities – Urbis chief economist Nicki Hutley discusses the benefits
Infrastructure is not just about economic
their budgets. So it is no surprise that there is a
enablement – it is also about the long-term social advantages.
reluctance among governments – at all levels – to invest in significant infrastructure that requires
The benefits of social infrastructure investment
increasing borrowings or raising revenues to meet the cost. However, this reluctance may be short-
will be maximised when planners and designers work with social researchers and economists up front to identify key outcomes desired. A holistic approach to assessing the benefits of infrastructure investment will enable better decision-making and deliver stronger communities. Australia, along with many other advanced economies, faces particularly challenging economic times. An uncertain economic outlook – both in the medium and long term – is the result of a confluence of factors: • The global economy in the wake of the financial crisis has yet to fully recover • A generational boom in commodity prices and mining investment is now well and truly waning • In a competitive global economy, we are increasingly reliant on the services sector for growth and export markets • The population is aging Together, these trends mean that it is becoming increasingly difficult for governments to balance
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sighted; firstly, because infrastructure creates opportunities for economic growth. But, just as importantly, infrastructure investment supports stronger, healthier communities. What do we mean by infrastructure? Most people think of roads, brides, ports or power stations. But that is just part of the story. It is also schools, universities and hospitals, playgrounds and parks, libraries and sports stadia. In other words, infrastructure is the skeleton that supports the economic, social and environmental body of our communities. To understand the value that infrastructure – whether social or economic – delivers to the community, in the past economists have taken a quite narrow approach to a Benefit Cost Assessment (BCA). Benefits are typically limited to any direct revenues resulting from the investment – think of library fees or train fares – plus the initial
Above:Nicki Hutley, chief economist at Urbis in Sydney, says investment in community infrastructure has numerous economic, social and environmental benefits. Lower left:Research shows that the benefits of children’s participation in sport are myriad and include both better health outcomes as well as improved educational outcomes. Right:Sydney’s ANZAC Bridge is one of the more readily recognisable infrastructure projects in the city, but there are many other types of infrastructure that are equally important to the community. Lower right:A well-designed playground can act as a catalyst to bring families together.
economic ‘multiplier’, or flow-on, impacts associated with the construction stage.
incidence of obesity and diabetes. Sport can play a very significant role in the region. Here are some of
Looking at social infrastructure in such a narrow way, it can be difficult at times to make a case for
the benefits assessed: • An increase in economic activity in and around
the investment.
the sports precinct through attendance at team
Better investment decisions will likely be made by taking a more holistic approach that accurately
events including training sessions, and trial games, attendance at community programmes, and
captures the economic, environmental and social value of the infrastructure for all stakeholders.
through community use of the facilities, including competitions that bring more people into the area
As an example, consider a regional sports
• Positive social and health impacts across the
stadium. This stadium will potentially draw crowds to demonstration matches from visiting recognised
community through increased participation in sport and community pride engendered by the presence
teams. It may even have a facility with rooms that can be rented out for functions and perhaps a café.
of a major sporting club • An increase in the productivity of regional
Benefits to communities
transport infrastructure as a result of attendance at Wests Tigers events and sporting competitions
But the real value of the facility may well come in other, less obvious, ways. For example, the NSW Department of Sport and Recreation highlights that “participation in sport and physical activity delivers benefits beyond improvements in physical and
• Enhancing the region’s attractiveness as a place to live and work, assisting the NSW Government’s vision of fostering economically efficient regional centres, with a focus on Western Sydney By capturing and valuing the social benefits,
mental health, with evidence that communities as a whole are strengthened. Healthy, harmonious communities have strong social connections and links, and exhibit a high level of inclusion, co-operation and participation across all community groups.
through a Social Return on Investment framework, Urbis was able to demonstrate a very strong return on investment for the council and to illustrate how the precinct will strengthen the community. The final design of the sports facility and precinct
If the local government can, together with sporting clubs, deliver after school sports programmes for kids, they can potentially improve the health of a generation and perhaps enable parents to work outside school hours.
will be critical to ensuring access and inclusiveness so that all the potential benefits are delivered. Embracing the idea that infrastructure delivers social outcomes, as well as economic and environmental ones, will help governments to optimise
Urbis recently assessed the economic and social potential of a new sports ground in Western Sydney. The 500-seat stadium and sporting facility is in an area of high cultural diversity, lower than average socio-economic well-being and high
investments and deliver better outcomes for people and communities.
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These pages:The new Wanangkura Stadium in Port Hedland, Western Australia, was designed by ARM Architecture to engender a sense of pride and belonging for the community, which comprises people of more than 70 different nationalities. The exterior is modelled on the isobars of a cyclonic weather system – it features blue vitreous enamel panels that resemble pixels. From a distance, these panels make the building appear as a shimmering mirage.
SECTION FOCUS WORKPLACE DESIGN
HENNING LARSEN, ARCHITECT, HENNING LARSENS TEGNESTUE
BREAKING DOWN BOUNDARIES Today’s offices are not just about putting on a good show – they’re an opportunity to enhance new workplace methodologies
Project Clariant Chemicals (India)
Location: Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Interior designer: Planet 3 Studios
MULTIFACETED A sculptural ribbon of wood winds through this new office, establishing a design vocabulary that’s in sync with the company’s vision
Previous pages:A sculptural wood wall forms the spine of the new Clariant Chemicals office in Mumbai. The reception area doubles as an exhibition space. Below The dramatic wood wall set the tone for the design of the entire office .
A move to a new, purpose-built office is a great opportunity to improve on what went before. And more often than not, that means an open, collaborative work space, and a more flexible environment that helps to futureproof the business. When Clariant Chemicals, a leading specialty chemicals company, moved into its new 9290m2 office in Airoli, Navi Mumbai, the operations base needed to reflect the company’s vision. Kalhan Mattoo, one of the principals at Planet 3 Studios – the company commissioned to design the new office – says the managing director was looking to make the organisation more open and connected. “They wanted a more fluid office, with less separation between activities and functions – they were looking to consciously break down boundaries. The design was to further that ambition.” Spread over four floors (8 to 11), the project came with complications right from the onset, as the multiple levels did not share a structural core. Additionally, there were concerns about how the open floorplan might impact the usability of floor space in the office. However, meticulous preplanning ensured the design best underscored the client’s vision. The problem of the multiple levels not sharing a single core was addressed by locating the main reception on the ninth floor. This serves as a holding area for visitors, as well as a connection between the two structural cores. Mattoo says the reception area was designed so it could also serve as a staging area for the client’s brand. At approximately 370m2, it is large enough to provide a major exhibition space to showcase the company’s installations. The area incorporates a dramatic backlit PVC ceiling, a sculptural central desk, and meeting rooms for visitors. But the real drama is provided by a multifaceted wood spine that winds its way through the building, unifying the different departments. At the same time it helps to separate private and public areas, and sets the tone for the design language of the entire office.
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Mattoo says the inspiration for the wall came from a need to counter the monotony that is inevi-
environment that was as neutral as possible. However, although grey and white are the dominant
table when designing large office spaces. “Large offices tend to minimise the human
colours, the designers remained sensitive to the local context and used brightly coloured cushions
scale, which can create a sense of aloofness. The
and chair covers to enliven the space.
wood wall becomes a connecting element; a visual marker that gives employees a sense of visual
As the wood wall winds its way through the staff areas, a dozen or so breakout spaces are formed
context and ownership of the space.” The design of the work space was driven by
along its spine. Screened from the workstations by acoustic panels, these breakout spaces also serve
efficiency. The designer says the nature of work
as the setting for informal meetings – they come
carried out at Clariant does not lend itself to exuberance, and it was essential to create an
equipped with monitors and desks, and staff are encouraged to use them as desired.
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Below:Full-height wood fins screen the managing director’s office while providing a sense of transparency. Right:The wave-like form of the long wood wall reinforces the circulation pathways through the office. The wood comprises dark smoked veneer.
Upper left Acoustic panels with linear groves are mounted on the walls and ceilings of the cafeteria, enhancing the sculptural look. Lower left:The monochromatic grey and white staff workstations are enlivened by bright splashes of colour. The wood wall and the furniture also add a touch of warmth to the office space. Below:Breakout spaces and informal meeting areas in the office are equipped with monitors so that employees can access data and make presentations even in a casual setting.
The company’s directors have their offices on the corporate floor. The managing director’s office
marble, leather and fabric panelling. “The materials we’ve used are often seen in
repeats the design language of the wood wall – a series of timber fins form a screen that echoes its
projects going for LEED certification. Not that we have applied for certification, but we’ve kept
sculptural form. The fins represent a convenient
those principles in mind,” says Mattoo.
halfway point between privacy and openness. The cafeteria also takes on a sculptural form,
Active sustainable measures include watersaving fixtures, adhering to norms on wattage per
with organic curved wall elements. To reduce noise levels, special acoustic panels were used on the
square metre, and the use LED lighting and lowVOC paint.
walls. These white panels, which resemble scales,
By smoothly incorporating the client’s brief into
are set against a bright yellow backdrop. The high acoustic performance of this space means the
the design, Planet 3 Studios has created an office that not only brings the client’s profile up to date,
cafeteria can also be used for large meetings. Most of the materials in the office are simple
but also leaves it in good shape for the future.
and devoid of excess adornment. In addition to the wood, the material palette comprises natural stone,
Location:Clariant Chemicals (India) Limited, Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra, India Interior designer:Kalhan Mattoo, Santha Mattoo, Planet 3 Studios Contractor:RP Interior Projects, Kaishar Interiors Doors:MTM Workplace Solutions Tiling:Marca Corno by SB Projects Solutions Flooring:United Group; MTM Workplace Solutions; Asia Pacific
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Project Brookfield Multiplex office
Location: Melbourne
Interior designer: Woods Bagot
LEADING BY EXAMPLE Moving into new premises gave this building contractor the opportunity to walk the talk with a future-proofed office designed to maximise collaboration
Left:From the reception desk to the ceiling, seating area and spiral staircase, curves are a feature of the new Brookfield Multiplex office in Melbourne. Special features of the reception area include solid timber-lined light wells, a multiscreen wall for video presentations and space for exhibitions and model displays. Lower left:A curved garden atrium brings the garden into the office. Lower right:The spiral staircase echoes the circulation pathway through the office, which is based on the principles of a mobius strip.
A commercial design and construct contractor has an intimate knowledge of modern trends in
meant traditional hierarchies could be removed.
office design, and is well placed to see what works
Multiplex to move senior management out of offices and back into open-plan work spaces,” she says.
and what doesn’t. So it’s especially interesting to see the design response to a constructor’s own new office fit-out. Brookfield Multiplex commissioned Woods Bagot to design its new Melbourne premises, which needed to reflect the collaborative nature of the modern workplace. Graham Cottam, Brookfield Multiplex regional managing director, says the company also wanted to showcase its business. “We had a perfect opportunity to establish a benchmark,” he says. “We wanted the workplace to show that not only do we build leading-edge office space, but we also practice what we preach.” Woods Bagot associate Kylie Holton says the size of the new building meant all staff could be accommodated on a single floor for the first time, and there was space to enable start-up site office teams to prepare for on-site operations. It also
“It has been a nationwide objective for Brookfield
“The company could see the relevance of activitybased work environments, and the flexibility this could provide for its own operation.” Holton says providing good circulation paths is essential for a collaborative workplace. The challenge for this new office was linking an existing octagonal floor to the new addition, which has an organic form. “When planning an interior, it is sometimes better to stay with the architecture than to fight against it. So we came up with the idea of a circulation route in the form of a mobius strip that weaves through the office, wrapping the social heart of the workplace. It generates an infinite loop of movement, creating energy and encouraging collaboration.” The form of the mobius is repeated in many curved elements, including ceilings, walls, furniture and a sculptural spiral staircase that leads to formal
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meeting and training rooms on the upper level. “The spiral staircase repeats the design language
between indoors and out, which was another key part of the brief from Brookfield Multiplex. The
of the mobius, and utilises the darker area on the floorplate,” the interior designer says.
company wanted workers to benefit from a parklike environment. On the upper level, meeting
Suspended ceilings mirror this curve, helping
rooms open out to a rooftop garden, creating an
to define the circulation path. The areas where the services are exposed reference the more practical,
area well suited to functions. The very heart of the office, where the old build-
industrial nature of the business. The curved form is also evident in the circular
ing meets the new, is a social space with a variety of seating options.
light wells and garden atrium that bring light into
“Everyone comes into this zone at lunchtime,”
the middle of the office. “Introducing a light atrium to the deepest part of
says the designer. “It’s a place where people can connect with each other and the outdoors. At any
the office, beside the reception area, determined the way we planned the rest of the space,” says
time of the day they can also pour over plans and documents.”
Holton. “We positioned meeting and gathering spaces around this, with work spaces radiating out.
Holton says the material palette needed to reflect the activity within.
Each space flows seamlessly to the next, creating a malleability of zones.” The landscaped atrium also maintains a link
“There had to be a balance – the company wanted keep things authentic and robust. It had to work for all staff, including site workers who
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Below:The plans show the main floor of the Brookfield Multiplex office (left) and the top floor (right), which opens to a rooftop garden. Social areas in the office are clustered around the light atrium. Right:Although all staff members have their own workstation, they also have the flexibility to work and collaborate in different spaces as required.
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Left:The mobius circulation pathway through the office is defined by the floor finish and mirrored by the curve of the suspended ceiling. Lower left:Workstations, mobiles and tables, walls and ceilings continue the clean white palette. Below:The communal hub provides an opportunity for staff to come together in a park-like setting to work and share meals. Story by Colleen Hawkes Photography by Shannon McGrath
come into the office in their work boots covered in concrete dust.”
solid timber and the veneer are closely aligned.” Holton says the office has been designed to
“We wanted the look to be highly professional, but not flashy,” says Graham Cottam. “It was
achieve 5-Star Green Star and NABERS ratings, with all materials chosen for their green credentials.
important to show we are grounded as a corporate,
Brookfield Multiplex says the move has been a
but not conservative. We also required a timeless look, much like quality cars – our office is above the
great success. Staff are happy, and the CBD location provides easier access to clients, who in turn
new Audi showroom, which sets the tone.” Holton says at first the design team explored the
are more likely to call into the office.
idea of a colourful interior, but it was decided that this would detract from the mobius and the curved walls, which are the key design features. “With this in mind we went with natural, more authentic raw materials and neutral shades. The floor is concrete, and the timber around the skylights and spiral staircase is solid stringybark oak. We chose a species where the appearance of the
Project:Brookfield Multiplex office, Melbourne Interior designer:Woods Bagot, Melbourne – leadership team Kylie Holton, Kok Leong Ho, Hazel Porter Fit-out company:Brookfield Multiplex Structural engineer:Meinhardt Mechanical and electrical engineer and ESD consultant for fit-out:Arup
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Acoustic engineer:Acoustic Logic Timber cabinetry:Oak stringybark; Schiavello Partitioning system:Oak stringybark boards in light atrium and staircase Carpet:Ege Micro WT in Grey; RC & S Rugs Carpet & Design; Tretford Goats Hair feature carpet tiles from Gibbon Group Perforated ceilings:Knauf Cleaneo circular
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Architect and specifier Bullock de Barbara Architects
Contractor: Lyons Projects
Painting contractor Eamonn Gallagher
INSPIRATION FROM ABOVE This contemporary Media Merchants Brisbane office fit-out combines artistic lines with a lively use of Resene colours to create a restful yet stimulating workplace
The manipulation of colour and perceived space are just two ways to achieve an eye-catching interior design on a relatively modest budget. Media Merchants recently collaborated with Bullock de Barbara Architects on the design of a Brisbane office that would more closely reflect a young, progressive work culture. The agency’s vibrancy and creative workings are enhanced through a number of design features, including the removal of an old suspended ceiling and then creating a colourful ceiling pattern for the concrete soffit and expressed beams. The existing three-storey entry foyer was retained and redesigned for a stronger visual link with the new office fit-out. Dynamic Resene Spotlight, a graphic yellow, was applied to the underside of the three-level staircase, creating a winding ribbon of yellow up to the first floor office and rooftop space. The palette was inspired by the dynamic team’s work culture, with Resene Spotlight used as a linking device for the foyer, reception and open-plan office space. Resene Black White, a grey white, was used throughout, the neutral finish allowing the ceiling to take centre stage. Resene Freefall, a light cerulean blue, was used to create a blue sky backdrop to the higher concrete soffit ceiling over the main office. This project won the Resene Total Colour Public + Retail Award. The judges said: “Colour is uplifting – anchoring what is going on at the ground floor. It’s such a clever manipulation of colour, highlighted by clever lighting. With limited wall space available, the design team has cleverly used the ceiling as the main feature for maximum impact.” For details of Resene’s paint systems, phone: 0800 RESENE (737 363). Web: www.resene.co.nz.
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BANKING ON THE FUTURE Recycling stations in the workplace are good for our planet and look good for clients, too. For the ASB head office fit-out, Hideaway Bins made the habit of green thinking easy
For a prestigious banking company, it’s vital to be seen to have the interests of clients at heart – and by extension the world that they inhabit. When ASB moved its head office to a new building in the Wynyard Quarter, Auckland, recycling stations were always part of the agenda. There are three kitchens per floor, over five floors, and these were constructed by Sage Manufacturing. Sage brought Hideaway Bins on board to supply the handy yet discreet recycling solutions required. Essentially, the integrated stations had to be very strong to withstand heavy daily use and at the same time be extremely easy to use so staff would fall into the habit of daily recycling. The company supplied a series of Soft Close 50L Hideaway Bin units for each recycling station. Tucked away under the counter and sliding out smoothly when needed, their use soon became second nature to banking staff using the kitchens. Hideaway Bins were ideal for the ASB project as they are made with the type of quality materials required to withstand a demanding commercial environment. The strong high grade steel framework is powder-coated for durability while the Soft Closing runners hold upwards of 47kg of weight dynamically. These over extend so the bucket can be easily removed from beneath the benchtop. The buckets are a food grade polypropylene and come with a liner holder to keep the standard-sized bin liner in place. A friction-fitted lid seals the bins when closed, for odour control. This has a Clinikill anti-bacterial powdercoating to fight bacteria, yeast and fungi, keeping the bins hygienic – vital in a high-use environment such as the ASB bank. For further information, contact Hideaway Bins, (09) 426 7456, website: www.hideawaybins.co.nz
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SECTOR REPORT PREFABRICATION TECHNOLOGY
FULL SPEED AHEAD Demand is sending the residential building sector into overload, but there is a way to speed up the process. Melissa Savage of Metrapanel discusses best efficiencies
Left and above:Metrapanel business manager Melissa Savage is an advocate for prefabrication technology, which has “exploded” this year as demand for housing in Auckland and Christchurch soars. Right:Savage says more builders need to find the time to investigate complementary options to enhance proven traditional methodology and become trained in prefabrication systems to meet the demand. The lower image highlights the ICS safe ceiling and weatherproof lid that keeps the house dry, even when the roof is not yet installed.
With the increased housing demand in our cities continuing to have an excessive impact on the building industry, we have heard repeatedly that business-as-usual just won’t cut the mustard. So why haven’t more building companies embraced prefabrication technology as an alternative construction solution? Can you tell the difference, on completion, between a prefabricated home and traditionally built home? Most probably not. What’s important is that your home is durable and warm, and there are no compromises on quality. Commercial projects utilise prefab components in a variety of projects, but residential builders in New Zealand are often perceived by European innovators as behind in their thinking – although we are ahead of Australia. In the residential housing sector Australia’s uptake of the technology is at 3% and New Zealand is currently sitting at 33%, which is mostly wall framing, roof trusses, windows and joinery (BRANZ 2013). In Sweden, prefab custom closed panels are the preferred construction technique, making up 90% of the housing.
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A report from the Productivity Commission indicates that one of the key barriers to productivity growth is the uptake of innovation – in particular partnering and collaboration. But while it can be difficult to find the time to investigate complementary options to enhance proven traditional methodology and processes, it is important to know that the design and construction industry in New Zealand is potentially at the tipping point of delivering better value to clients and, importantly, to embattled first-home owners. Approximately 30,000 houses are needed urgently in Auckland and Canterbury, and construction demand is expected to increase by 10% per year for the next four years. At the cusp of 2015 the uptake of prefabrication has been likened to an explosion, with a much wider range of prebuilt product entering the market. Economies of scale and standardisation Past booms have shown that when construction demand goes up, quality goes down. The greatest benefits of prefabrication occur when economies
of scale and standardisation are achieved. But this doesn’t mean that all buildings need to look
perfecting a six-week turnkey solution for an average 160-180m2 house with a team of three, and
the same. Good design facilitates desirable and sustainable urban environments with buildings that
no compromise on quality. Further efficiencies can be made in a factory-built environment, such as
are future proofed. The role of the architect and the
BuiltSmart, which produces 45-153m2 transportable
design team remain critical in providing a range of aesthetic solutions.
houses in just four to six weeks.
Pamela Bell of PrefabNZ says prefab technology is important to New Zealand because the building
Recent innovations in the prefab sector Some innovations over the past year include a
and construction sector is the fifth largest and
weatherproof lid. Bad weather can cause delays of
contributes approximately 4.3% to GDP. “It currently employs more than 175,000 workers
more than 13% of construction time. Saving time saves money and enables more houses to be built
nationally, including a large number of labour-only contractors. This sector also comprises predomi-
per year using the same labour resources. A solid ceiling provides a weatherproof lid over a build – as
nantly small firms that focus primarily on residential construction. Fostering and supporting greater
soon as wrap is installed the frames can begin the drying process, even before the roof is on.
collaboration across the sector through the development and use of prefab technology can deliver sustainable benefits to the New Zealand economy.” Prefab methodology can reduce the build cost on a new home by 15%, which is $32,000 for a
A new Laing Properties show home uses extrusions with 7.35m x 2.45m Metrapanel sheets to create a complete plaster-less house. The benefits of this system bring to light new possibilities for rental homes, apartments and motel complexes
157m2 house (PrefabNZ Impact Report 2015). Safety is another benefit. A recent report by BRANZ into prefabrication highlighted that 75% fewer fatalities occur in factory-based construction than using site-based processes. Using a solution
where low-maintenance solutions are a necessity. The demand is set to stay. As with other New Zealand prefab manufacturers, Waikato-based Metrapanel experienced its biggest year in 2014, with 420 houses, making a total of 9000 houses
such as ICS Innovative Ceiling Systems does away with the need to install nets and edge protection. This is suitable for a variety of hybrid methods.
over 25 years, built by the company’s installers using its prefabricated system. However, it is fair to say the Auckland market can be a struggle to tap into. While there are some incredible opportunities put our way, builders are
Six-week turnaround is key A strong prefabrication sector will deliver genuine benefits for the whole construction industry, encouraging innovation and improving efficiency, quality and affordability. Established panel system manufacturer Metrapanel, which has been in business for 25 years, has proved this statement with three of its Platinum Installers
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often too time-poor to take that step into prefabrication. More builders need to be trained in the systems to meet the demand – prefabrication is the way forward.
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Below:The sustainable solution – Laing Properties’ plasterless house built using the Metrapanel prefabricated system also features doors, shelves and cupboards made from Metrapanel offcuts. Right:The use of prefabricated technologies can speed up the building process. Metrapanel has three Platinum installers that have perfected a six-week turnkey solution for an average 160-180m2 house using a team of three builders – with no compromise on quality.
SECTION FOCUS HOSPITALITY
A NEW DAWNING ON PATRON LUXURY From sculptural hotels standing proud on private islands to boutique hospitality interiors – a new breed of venues favours individualism over conformity
Project Sunrise Kempinski Hotel Yanqui Island, Beijing
Architect: Shanghai Huadu Architect Design Co
Interior designer: DiLeonardo
RISING TO THE OCCASION An unexpected geometric form in an idyllic natural setting, the Sunrise Hotel Kempinski is one of 12 hotel experiences on a tranquil, private island – the interiors shine a light on high-end hospitality
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Below:Sunrise and stardust – the exterior of the Sunrise Hotel Kempinski evokes the sun rising on the waters of Yanqi Lake while the grand staircase rising from the hotel lobby features hundreds of suspended shimmering glass elements.
Luxury hotel developers have long made the most of the planet’s most beguiling locations. However, with competition for well-heeled guests and lucrative business conferences ever greater, some are taking the creation of unique, pristine environments to the next level. Featuring 12 boutique hotel destinations, Yanqi Island sits alongside Yanqi Lake – a beautiful, scenic site at the foot of Yanshan Mountains in Northern China. The Sunrise Kempinski Hotel is perhaps the most dramatic, rising 21 floors above the verdant landscape. The design evokes the shape of the sun – appearing from the distance to rise from the waters of Yanqi Lake – symbolising harmony, unity and infinity. From the side view, the building evokes a scallop, representing ‘fortune’ in the Chinese culture, while the main entrance, shaped like the mouth of a carp, symbolises prosperity. The hotel’s structure comprises concrete-filled tubular columns together with steel beams, and a concrete core. The whole building is supported vertically and horizontally by the core and steel beams. The resulting structure can withstand up to a level eight earthquake, and creates the ‘sunrise’ design. The interiors are no less thoughtfully rendered. Interior designer Giana DiLeonardo says the client expressed the importance of designing spaces to reflect the hotel’s natural surroundings and the concept of being at one with nature. “While geared for relaxing, it was also intended to accommodate large meetings that could be held throughout the year – such as the international APEC forum. “With this in mind, the hotel’s public spaces are grand in scale and are balanced with intimate seating areas for quiet conversation. Since this is a resort destination, amenities such as the pool and fitness and food and beverage outlets are dramatic spaces that have many moments of discovery. “As a homage to the landscape and architecture, the interior is largely inspired by the idea of framing the view – whether it is capturing the vistas of the mountainous landscape or contextualising internal areas,” says DiLeonardo.
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“We created vignettes of intrigue within the interior by experimenting with the juxtaposition of
feature set around the main staircase – made up of thousands of glass vessels hanging ceiling to floor
solids and voids, light and darkness, and natural versus man-made elements,” says DiLeonardo.
on stainless steel cables. The design of this grand, sculptural piece evokes the outline of the mountain-
Maintaining a balance of geometries within the
ous landscape beyond Yanqi Lake.
architectural shell was a significant challenge. To resolve this, the design team took every opportunity
“Intentionally set apart, the panels are layered behind each other within the lobby space, each
to infuse geometric forms into unexpected spaces, design elements or features.
with a unique design intended to create depth as the viewer looks from different angles.”
“This was accomplished in part by establishing a harmony between structural and organic spaces.” The centrepiece of the hotel lobby is the art
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The overall effect for the Sunrise Kempinski Hotel – from lobby to atrium to the myriad restaurants, gymnasium and pool is luxurious and enchanting.
Below:The wow factor runs through nearly every area of the hotel. The double-height spa and tea lounge on the top level features undulating light and dark wood panels, calling to mind the slopes of the mountains beyond the giant windows. Facing page:The contemporary lobby bar is set off by wire sculptures with colour-changing fibre optics suspended from the Chinese restaurant above.
Left:The sky lounge includes custom floating cloud lighting.
The luxury hotel offers 306 guest rooms and suites – all with views of Yanqi Lake. There are nine
crystal chandeliers. Translucent wall panels can be pulled out to divide the space.
This page:Clockwise, the Chinese restaurant, executive lounge and all-day dining venue all share strong lighting elements and a wealth of design detail.
restaurants and bars, meeting venues, spa and recreation facilities, a fitness centre, indoor swimming
In addition to its lavish presence, the hotel has a green agenda. The soaring glass facade reduces
pool, karaoke rooms and a kids club. There is also
energy consumption, there is a sophisticated indoor
an attached conference centre. At the top of the hotel, on the 19th floor, the Sky
air quality monitoring system, and natural gas is the main fuel to supply heating and cooling.
Lounge, like most of the design, hints at a Chinese motif through accent furnishing embedded within
The emphasis on Chinese culture, sumptuous design, and a spectrum of guest and business
a selection of contemporary, eclectic pieces. The
facilities make China’s Sunrise Kempinski Hotel a
focal point is the three custom-designed, cloud-like
landmark in terms of service as well as artistic form.
Project:Sunrise Kempinski Hotel, Beijing Developer:Beijing Enterprises Group Real-estate Co Architect:Shanghai Huadu Architect Design Co Interior designer:DiLeonardo Story by Charles Moxham First exterior image by LV Hengzhong; all other photography by Owen Raggett
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Project DoubleTree By Hilton
Location: Melbourne
Interior designer: Dreamtime Australia Design Mill Interiors
NEW KID ON THE BLOCK First redesign a boutique hotel to fit perfectly into a gritty urban landscape, then find an operator – that’s the reverse process that worked well for this project
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Below:Raw and industrial, the exterior of the DoubleTree By Hilton hotel reflects its edgy, urban location near the historic Flinders Street Station in Melbourne. The hotel, designed by Dreamtime Australia Design, features textural blackened steel panels, both outside and in.
There’s been a sea change in the experiences we expect in some of our big cities – imitation is out, one-of-a-kind is in. And Melbourne is a city leading the charge. This new hotel, near Melbourne’s Flinders Street Station, highlights just how much is changing. The hotel, formerly a Citigate, was bought by M&L Hospitality, which had the foresight to commission a design team to oversee a complete refurbishment from top to bottom. The new operators only saw the design once it was locked in, and liked what they saw. Designer Michael McCann of Dreamtime Australia Design says the plan was novel and clever. “The company was saying let’s design it up and then get an operator involved. Doing this meant a hotel chain could not try to homogenise the design or demand specific corporate looks that would have diminished the impact.” At the end of the day it was DoubleTree by Hilton that came on board to operate the hotel, which turns traditional hospitality design on its ear. Neil Maxwell of M&L Hospitality says the company was attracted by the great location in the heart of the city, and could see the potential. “We hired Michael McCann of Dreamtime because we have worked with him before and have an established history. We strongly believe in hiring the right people for the job and then just letting them get on with it.” And that is precisely how the job proceeded, with the designer given free rein. “There was no design brief,” McCann says. “But because we have worked together before, there was plenty of trust.” McCann says he took his cue from the edgy, urban location with its backstreet laneways and historic train station. “I thought why not make something equally gritty and raw, something that fits with Melbourne’s strong design ethos? The people of this city embrace good architecture and one-off design – it’s part of the backlash against chain operations.” With this in mind, McCann steered away from
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These pages:Stripped-back concrete walls and exposed services heighten the hotel’s raw, industrial look. The bar doubles as the reception desk.
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Left:The open kitchen introduces a sense of theatre. To contrast the exposed, raw elements, the designer specified a sleek, Cosmic Black granite countertop. The large table is used for breakfast buffets and groups. Lower right:Steelwork screens provide a degree of separation for diners and enhance intimacy.
polished marble floors and glittering lights, opting instead for an edgy, industrial look. Textural,
the bar counter features a more swept-up version of the textured steel panels – here the patterned
blackened steel panels and a reclad dark aluminium canopy highlight the entry, but there are even more
panels are in solid cast brass, which has been aged, and is backlit to highlight the texture.
surprises inside.
Stripping back the wall linings exposed the
“There is no reception desk,” says the designer. “Instead, guests check in at the bar where they
original concrete walls in the building. These too have been stained and sealed to age the look and
can see the restaurant and the open kitchen further back. Everything is on show. We even brought the
warm it up visually. The concrete wall behind the bar is enlivened by a graffiti artwork comprising
blackened steel panels inside, as a wall feature.”
thousands of matchsticks.
In one small concession to glamour, the front of
In keeping with the industrial look, the original
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ceiling panels were removed and services exposed,
cooking. People feel they are part of the action.”
which added an extra 1.5m to the height of the room. Black flocking was introduced for acoustic
The lighting plays up the drama. In place of regular downlights, the team went for a more theatrical
insulation, and all the ducting and services were spray painted black.
setting. Lighting washes the walls and highlights key features.
Black accents also appear in the restaurant
Dreamtime Australia Design also designed the
and kitchen, which features a sleek, Cosmic Black granite counter. Two black-framed wine towers
first floor, which incorporates function rooms and a gymnasium. The 180 guest rooms were designed
accommodate bottles and serve as room dividers. Black steelwork also wraps around dining booths
by Melissa Chen of Mill Interiors. “The hotel’s proximity to the historic train sta-
enhancing the intimate ambience.
tion also influenced Chen’s designs for the guest
“There’s a sense of peek-a-boo about this part of the interior,” says McCann. “You get glimpses
rooms, which offer a modern interpretation of grand train travel of the past,” says Edwards. “With
of things rather than a full-on view. This ensures guests checking in are not staring directly at the kitchen. We also introduced a central fireplace that helps to separate the bar and restaurant visually.” The open kitchen is all about drama, however,
15-20 different room types, this part of the project was challenging, but again the results speak for themselves.” “The entire hotel was a great vibe, and absolutely succeeds in what we set out to achieve.”
and providing a touch of theatre. “It is free entertainment,” says the designer. “There are always things happening to look at, be it the bartender mixing up a cocktail or the chefs
Project:DoubleTree by Hilton, Melbourne Client:M&L Hospitality, Singapore Interior designer:Michael McCann, Dreamtime Australia Design; Melissa Chen, Mill Interiors Fit-out company:Isis Group Australia Engineering consultant:WSP Structures Mechanical and electrical services:Norman Disney & Young Building consent authority; disabled access consultant:McKenzie Group
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Metalwork:Dua Lighting (Indonesia) Lighting:Opal Lighting Systems Stone benchtops:Cosmic black granite from Gitani Stone Matchstick art, buffet table:CDF Studio Upholstery:Pelle Leathers Artist wall finishes:Wallcandy Art and Paint Flooring:Grande engineered timber with Vecchio finish from Tongue N Groove Flooring Joinery:Germax Interiors Rug:Cadrys
Below:Guest rooms, designed by Melissa Chen of Mill Interiors, reference the early days of grand train travel. Story by Colleen Hawkes Photography by Paul Gosney
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INDEX Active Refrigeration Ltd . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Applico. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 Breezway Louvre Windows. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Brookfield Multiplex office. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72-77 Canam Construction Ltd. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42-43, 44 Clariant Chemicals (India). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64-71 CO Architects. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-15 Cottam, Graham . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72-77 Darryl Church Architecture. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16-21 DiLeonardo. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86-93 DoubleTree By Hilton . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94-100 Dreamtime Australia Design. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94-100 Fairview Systems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54, 55 Fletcher Windows and Doors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Haydn & Rollett. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38-40, 41 Health and Science Centre, Waiariki Institute of Technology . 16-21 Health Sciences Education Building, Phoenix. . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-15 Holton, Kylie. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72-77 Hutley, Nicki. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60-63 JCY Architects and Urban Designers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22-29 Kitchen King . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79 Kitchen Things Holdings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3 M&L Hospitality. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94-100 Marshall Day. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30-36 Mattoo, Kalhan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64-71 Maxwell, Neil. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94-100 McCann, Michael. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94-100 Merquip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Metrapanel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82-85 Metro Performance Glass. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56-59 Mill Interiors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .94-100 MOAA Architects. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16-21 myTrends . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51, 81, 101 Naylor Love. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46-49 Nelson Pine Industries Limited . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46-49 Ngoolark, Edith Cowan University . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22-29 Planet 3 Studios. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64-71 Potter Interior Systems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Property Council of New Zealand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52, IBC Resene. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78 Rider Levett Bucknall. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Savage, Melissa. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82-85 Shanghai Huadu Architect Design Co . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86-93 Smeg . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 Stevens Lawson Architects. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30-36 Stevens, Nicholas. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30-36 Stufkens+Chambers Architects. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46-49 Sunrise Kempinski Hotel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86-93 The Blyth Performing Arts Centre, Iona College . . . . . . . . . . 30-36 The Laminex Group. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . OBC Thompson, Will . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22-29 Urbis. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60-63 Woods Bagot. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72-77 Zajfen, L. Paul. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-15
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