University of Tasmania Executive Workplace Renewal
The transformative fit-out converted an outdated, ‘celled’ workplace of enclosed offices and dark corridors into an open, engaging, contemporary environment offering choice for different work modes, and encouraging collaboration and social encounters. Semi-transparent and sculptural in form, the bespoke timber spine at its core subtly guides and defines the varying zones for social, quiet, collaborative and public activities. Recognising the opportunity to create more than just a comfortable and productive workplace, the space is now seen as a prominent public face for the university, a showcase fit for local and international guests visiting the executive team. Materiality, process and design help to tell the story of the university’s ideals and values, promoting cross-disciplinary collaboration founded on a rich local heritage and geared towards a forward-thinking, globally connected future.
Architects
Consultants
Builder – Construction 3
Feature collaborator – Scott van Tuil
Joiner – AJB Furniture and Joinery
Structural consultant – Gandy and Roberts Consulting Engineers
Building surveyor – Holdfast
Lighting consultant – Southern Lighting & Distribution
Services consultant – Andrew Sutherland Consulting Engineers
UTAS Centre for Sustainable Architecture with Wood consultant – Gregory Nolan
UTAS furniture design liaison – Simon Ancher
Director of UTAS Conservatorium of Music – Andrew Legg
Categories
Commercial Architecture | Education | Heritage | Interior Architecture | Public Architecture | Residential Architecture – Houses (Alterations & Additions) | Residential Architecture – Houses (New) | Small Project Architecture