PROJECTS
Holy Spirit Seminary, Banyo
[Enrich Architecture] were selected by the Seminary for the Master Planning and Concept Design of the expansion of the existing Administration, Learning and Community facility.
The stage 2 design included Administration and Learning areas extension, a multi-purpose and flexible conference / function centre, catering facilities and support areas as well as additional car parking spaces. The stage 3 (unbuilt) work included expansion of the art gallery to include a Beacon (guiding light), a multi-purpose lecture hall and a landmark tower and gatehouse entrance from Earnshaw Road. Enrich Architecture led the cataloguing of the expansive art collection for incorporation into stage 3 layout.
The new buildings were carefully designed to integrate with the existing facility and levels.
Holy Spirit Seminary, Banyo
HBJ Architects were selected by the Seminary for the Master Planning and Concept Design of the expansion of the existing Administration, Learning and Community facility.
The stage 2 design included Administration and Learning areas extension, a multi-purpose and flexible conference / function centre, catering facilities and support areas as well as additional carparking spaces. The stage 3 (unbuilt) work included expansion of the art gallery to include a Beacon (guiding light), a multi-purpose lecture hall and a landmark tower and gatehouse entrance from Earnshaw Road. HBJ Architects catalogued the expansive art collection for incorporation into stage 3 layout.
The new buildings were carefully designed to integrate with the existing facility and levels.
DESIGN FEATURES
Legibility of Form
Emphasis on spirituality, careful consideration of the existing
Spaces That Nurture
Public and private spaces for group reflection or quiet retreat
Flexibility of Space
Flexibility for different types of functions were required including seated dining, stand up gathering, presentations and educational program
Awareness of Environment
Connection to the outdoors, visible Environmentally Sustainable Design solutions included
Following extensive collaboration with Monsignor Randazzo, the selection of natural / enduring external materials like the “Brisbane Tuff”, a reference the ACU buildings that once accommodated the facility, were considered to complement and pay respect to the award winning design of the stage 1 Architect’s Conrad Gargett.
The brief required the spaces in the facility extension to nurture the Seminarians and support their Formation journey. The concept considered fluid organic external wall shapes, as well as sustainable design solutions including cross ventilation, natural lighting and landscaping for sun-shading to enrich the new learning spaces.
The inclusion of the existing external sweeping colonnades, as well as extensive terraces and external public spaces for function/lecture spill out, together with the use of materials, used both internally and externally provide a seamless connection to the outdoors; between the private or public, the individual or community and the spiritual or social spaces within the community.
Following the acceptance of the Concept Design, ABM Architects were engaged to complete the construction documentation and contract administration of the project.
DESIGN FEATURES
Legibility of Form
Emphasis on spirituality, careful consideration of the existing
Spaces That Nurture
Public and private spaces for group reflection or quiet retreat
Flexibility of Space
Flexibility for different types of functions were required including seated dining, stand up gathering, presentations and educational program
Awareness of Environment
Connection to the outdoors, visible Environmentally Sustainable Design solutions included
The new buildings were carefully designed to integrate with the existing facility and levels. Following extensive collaboration with Monsignor Randazzo, the selection of natural / enduring external materials like the “Brisbane Tuff”, a reference the ACU buildings that once accommodated the facility, were considered to complement and pay respect to the award winning design of the stage 1 Architect’s Conrad Gargett.
The brief required the spaces in the facility extension to nurture the Seminarians and support their Formation journey. The concept considered fluid organic external wall shapes, as well as sustainable design solutions including cross ventilation, natural lighting and landscaping for sun-shading to enrich the new learning spaces.
The inclusion of the existing external sweeping colonnades, as well as extensive terraces and external public spaces for function/lecture spill out, together with the use of materials, used both internally and externally provide a seamless connection to the outdoors; between the private or public, the individual or community and the spiritual or social spaces within the community.
Following the acceptance of the Concept Design, ABM Architects were engaged to complete the construction documentation and contract administration of the project.
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