ARCT5536 Photo Real Rendering

ARCT5536 Photo Real Rendering Unit Coordinator: Craig McCormack and Chaz Flint Teaching Staff: Chaz Flint and Dev Mawgee

LUCA FRAGOMENI AND MATTHIAS WIDJAJA

Matthias Widjaja ‘Nulaki Cabin’

Perth NRM is a highly regarded for-purpose organisation in the natural resources management (NRM) sector with a vision to empower people to positive ecological impact. They have successfully operated and supported numerous agricultural, coastal and land-care programs for decades – collaborating with industry, communities and all levels of government (federal, state and local) to deliver solutions to ensure future generations can enjoy the natural resources that make our region special. The getaway cabin located on the Nulaki Peninsula, Denmark, will provide a place of respite for the workers and volunteers of Perth NRM. Gently framing the surrounding context, its rich biodiversity and stunning views, the structure is a manifestation of the organisations value – a self-sustainable cabin utilising natural ventilation, rainwater harvesting and natural sunlight to passively warm and cool the cabin during different seasons of the year.

Luca Fragomeni ‘Cullen’s at Wilyabrup’ Cullen’s at Wilyabrup is a secluded cabin located within the densely vegetated forest west of the Cullen homestead. The cabin provides short-stay accommodation, utilising high quality finishes, integrating sustainable design principles and a material palette suitable for high Bushfire Attack Level (BAL) requirements.

The project is comprised of a steel structure clad in composite timber, metal roofing and wall cladding, and fibre cement panels. The north oriented cabin has generous openings maximising solar access in winter, natural light and enhancing the visual connection with the surroundings. A raised concrete floor slab provides thermal mass and double-glazed operable windows allow for cross ventilation.

These considerations ensure that the cabin can provide high-quality accommodation while advocating for contemporary materials and construction methods that prevent loss of life and property in high-risk areas.

Image: Matthias Widjaja. Nulaki Cabin exterior perspective – south.