Intricate restoration of existing fabric with the “embroidery” of new material has created an exemplar for adaptive re-use in rural Queensland. This commitment by the architects to act as custodians of architecture, sustaining the unique identity of this regional town with their design skill, restraint and intellectual rigour, is remarkable.
RAIA National Awards Jury Citation 2017
Astutely championing the significance of a main street corner pub in rural Queensland opportunity is made of the multi-layered patterns of timber, steel, translucent sheet’s light and shadow, whilst framing views within the building, the partially formed cloister and the streetscape to revive this significant place in Barcaldine.
RAIA Queensland State Awards Jury Citation 2017
Thank you for sponsoring an award at the Outback Queensland Tourism Awards. . . The Globe project is a smash hit. There have been an enormous number of favourable comments especially from those close to the history and past ownership of the old hotel. Yours and Brian's vision to transform the pub into an award winning public place was an absolute credit to you both.
Rob Chandler, Mayor of the Barcaldine Regional Council
Regional Australia is fighting back! This project is an example of how it can be done, a blueprint for thinking and action. Shifting the return-on-investment means this town now has a more robust future. Great example of re-lifting a regional site with the potential to catalyse a precinct and energising a town.
The Good Design Award's Jury 2018
