The project ‘rescued’ an unremarkable building from demolition by addressing planning and structural constraints with thoughtful spatial rearrangement and creative removal of fabric to open opportunities to repurposing. The result delivers a comfortable and stimulating early learning environment for the children to learn through experience.
Jury Citation, G.H.M Addison Award for Interior Architecture
The journey of the first five years of life is mapped out along the meandering axis through the building with continuous and strong connection to the generous landscaped outdoor spaces.
Commendation for Educational Architecture
The attention to detail, open spaces and additional specialist rooms gives us the opportunity to really put the value of play into learning at our Early Learning Centre. The tones are both welcoming and relaxing, enabling the children, their families, and our staff to feel calm and to display our resources in an engaging way. The environment fosters adventure and creativity which is easily embedded into our programs.
Clare Nugent, Former Operations and Enrolments, Mary Rice Early Learning Centre
