Initial planning stage

Initial plan for the community centre.
I wanted verge towards a more dynamic plan, one which 'reaches' out towards the oval and the adjacent park.

1:20 Section (Attempt 1)

A 1:20 section of the community centre showing the THRESHOLD of an edge between the large multi-purpose hall and outdoor cafeteria area which faces the Coogee Oval.
Steps down on the right is the tiered seating area for spectators.

Different plan options

Red shaded rectangle = grand stand

Shows the possible plans of the community centre in relation to the grand stand

ARCH1202 Plans & Concept Model (Ideas)

Concept plans: Program




Concept model - Opaque objects represent solidity, Perspex cube represents transparency, Semi-transparent objects represent a combination of the two.

* Open/closed concept
I am looking very much into solid/massing and transparent structures as the form and structure of my community centre. This idea is derived from wanting the centre to be open to all, welcoming and having a sense of place; an identity where people can gather (transparency).

Yet at the same time, the solid/massing portrays a sense of substance, and presence. It is to be like an anchor where the community can rely upon for health, rejuvenation and encouragement from others in their own community. This would be similar to a resting place, bringing about a sense of comfort and safety.

ARCH1202 Architecture & Landscape (Coogee Community Centre) Mapping

Road map + Contours // Reciprocity

Heritage buildings/areas + Building (Inset/Flat/Balcony) Map // Materiality Insertion

Religion/Belief & Church Location Map // Insertion

Transportation map // Infrastructure


Tree Species + Landscape Section Diagram // Threshold Materiality

Visitor travel-tracking map // Insertion Infrastructure

Building levels + Shadow diagram (10:00 - 11:00am 15.08.08) //

3D Conceptual model of the site analysis of the 5 words

Site model (1:200)