A satirical piece from one of our contributing online editorial assistants on the proliferation of branded sheds (consumer ‘icons’) and how they have come to dominate the cityscape of Australia’s rural cities and townships.
The new extension of the house negotiates between two buildings of different eras and allows the old house to open itself up to natural light and ventilation and provide a large open plan living and dining area.
The project comprises 47 one- and two-bedroom apartments split across a seven-level building on Smith Street and a five-level building on Little Smith Street, with both buildings separated by an expansive light well.
Improved way-finding and pedestrian flow has ensured that Collins Place is now equipped for the needs of both the office workers that reside in the buildings and the pedestrian traffic that frequents the thoroughfares.
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