Winter - Australian Institute of Architects

Winter - Australian Institute of Architects Winter - Australian Institute of Architects

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Interior ArchitectureSponsored by The Laminex GroupCommendationCODA Studio10 Elder Place, FremantleArchitecture PracticeCODABuilderInterstruct DevelopmentsPhotographerPeter Bennetts and Bo WongJury CommentsThe interior fit-out for the new CODA studio has been inserted into anexisting building with thoughtfulness and purpose. The studio operatesover two levels connected by a new central staircase that also provides amechanism to order the spatial planning. The most striking feature of thefit-out is the careful selection and assemblage of new and recycled materials,vintage objects and furniture, along with a collection of books and art works.The quality of the spaces created in the design of CODA Studio reflects acommitted philosophical approach to both a way of practising as well as anexpression about ways of making architecture.CommendationAir NightclubUpper Level, 139 James Street, NorthbridgeArchitecture PracticeChindarsi ArchitectsBuilderDeFrancesch BuildersPhotographerEmma Van DordrechtJury CommentsAs you approach what appears to be a giant aircraft cargo door (fabricatedfrom stainless steel and pop-riveted for a desired effect); you know you areabout to embark on a journey. Glamour air travel of the 60s awaits.After an extensive refit, what was an existing nightclub made way for reinventionby Chindarsi Architects into the Air Nightclub. Red padded leatherinterior and heavy red velvet curtains lead you to aircraft portholes featuringLCD screens displaying the view from 20,000 feet up.A variety of interior spaces give flexibility for management and clientele,allowing for fire separation and detection. All materials used within thefitout were selected for their tactile or reflective qualities.52Are you ready to board?THE ARCHITECT 2012 ISSUE 002

Small Project ArchitectureSponsored by Total Project SolutionsThe Iwan Iwanoff Award forSmall Project ArchitectureCultural Centre Amenities2 Roe Street, NorthbridgeArchitecture PracticeConiglio Ainsworth ArchitectsBuilderPalace HomesPhotographerRobert Johnson Photography, Johnathan Trask and Coniglio AinsworthArchitectsJury CommentsA stand out project that encapsulates the scope of the Small ProjectCategory showing invention, creativity and craftsmanship. The architectshave worked with the client to reveal the potential of the brief and extendit beyond expectation. The project draws on the site’s location linkingthe space to the Perth Cultural Centre Precinct. The crystalline, internalform, with thoughtful use of light, material and linkage to the externalenvironment, itself becomes an art piece.Architecture AwardWestbury Crescent ResidenceArchitecture PracticeDavid Barr Architect in collaboration with Brett MitchellBuilderInterstructPhotographerBo WongJury CommentsThis project juxtaposes a contemporary expansion of the family homeagainst its traditional conception. The planning, material choice and threedimensional experience draws from the existing building and is reinterpretedto create a dramatic space with access to light and external extension withina confined site at the rear of the property. The project contains furtherdelight which is discovered as you move through and explore the spaces.53THE ARCHITECT 2012 ISSUE 002

Small Project ArchitectureSponsored by Total Project SolutionsThe Iwan Iwan<strong>of</strong>f Award forSmall Project ArchitectureCultural Centre Amenities2 Roe Street, NorthbridgeArchitecture PracticeConiglio Ainsworth <strong>Architects</strong>BuilderPalace HomesPhotographerRobert Johnson Photography, Johnathan Trask and Coniglio Ainsworth<strong>Architects</strong>Jury CommentsA stand out project that encapsulates the scope <strong>of</strong> the Small ProjectCategory showing invention, creativity and craftsmanship. The architectshave worked with the client to reveal the potential <strong>of</strong> the brief and extendit beyond expectation. The project draws on the site’s location linkingthe space to the Perth Cultural Centre Precinct. The crystalline, internalform, with thoughtful use <strong>of</strong> light, material and linkage to the externalenvironment, itself becomes an art piece.Architecture AwardWestbury Crescent ResidenceArchitecture PracticeDavid Barr Architect in collaboration with Brett MitchellBuilderInterstructPhotographerBo WongJury CommentsThis project juxtaposes a contemporary expansion <strong>of</strong> the family homeagainst its traditional conception. The planning, material choice and threedimensional experience draws from the existing building and is reinterpretedto create a dramatic space with access to light and external extension withina confined site at the rear <strong>of</strong> the property. The project contains furtherdelight which is discovered as you move through and explore the spaces.53THE ARCHITECT 2012 ISSUE 002

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