Perspectives

Reworking the Facade

Reworked Facade


Through reviewing the model it became clear that the King St facade had not been properly addressed and was not welcoming. The view from the rear laneway was far more interesting and it felt as though the building was turning its back on King St. I have reworked the facade in an attempt to create a more welcoming building as viewed from King St. Small slit windows have been added, allowing a limited view into the lower gallery from the street. I have also added a circular South-West facing skylight that is visible from King St. This allows diffuse light to enter the space and also give a hint of the circular geometry of the interia. I have also added a sculptural tree to the cut away section on the facade and added rounded overlapping awnings to give a sense of continuity with the surrounding buildings.

The Rear Lane

The Model: Sectional

The sectional model illustrated the spacial volumes, especially the double height foyer and the courtyard. It also shows the materiality, note the reflective foyer floors and grey tile courtyard.

The Model: In Situ

This image shows the skylight system for the exhibition space, as well as the rooving.

The gallery fits into the site, addressing King St, and also the rear lane access.

Elevated view from King St.

Elevated view from, the rear laneway showing the car port and roof system.

The central courtyard and progression of spaces.

The King St. facade.