The Australian Institute of Architects South Australian chapter has launched a competition for the design of a creative community hub in Adelaide.
The competition seeks ideas for a permanent or temporary building or transportable urban element which could act as “a stimulant, generating exciting public spaces that help establish a creative environment/atmosphere in the city of Adelaide.”
Suggested functions for the structure include spaces for workshops, exhibitions, performances, conferences and leisure, as well as a cafe, reception and management office.
The proposed site is currently a car park space adjacent to the historic General Post Office building on Franklin Street in Adelaide, near Victoria Square.
The site will soon be home to a 20-storey office tower designed by Hassell and Fitzpatrick and Parters as part of the Precinct GPO development, which also includes a 15-storey tower atop the GPO building.
Submissions will be assessed by a panel of jurors comprising Rachel Hurst (University of South Australia), Anthony Balsamo (Walter Brooke and Associates and winner of the 2017 National Emerging Architect Prize), Brian Parkes (Jam Factory), Kaare Krokene (Snøhetta), Lise Van Dun (Valode et Pistre Architectes), Barbora Gezeova (Agence RVA) and Collin Anderson and Sara Goiria (Renzo Piano Building Workshop).
Winners and selected entrants will have their entries displayed to the public during Adelaide’s Festival of Architecture and Design from 5 to 8 October 2017. A total prize pool of US$6,000 (A$7,595) will be awarded.
The SA chapter would consider discussing with the winner possibilities for future collaboration.
The competition is organized in partnership with Bee Breeders. Registrations close 24 August. For more information, click here.