Midrise Design Taps Redcliffe Peninsula’s Natural Heritage

Midrise apartment tower plans have been filed for Redcliffe with design nods to the “geological and historical fabric” of the coastal peninsula north of Brisbane. The proposal before the Moreton Bay Regional Council is for a nine-storey building comprising 67 two, three and four-bedroom apartments. It has been lodged by Sam Hanna &amp; Co for a 2168sq m site at 77 Sutton Street that has sat vacant since mid-2017. To be known as Sutton Views, each floor would accommodate between five and eight apartments above a three-level basement with parking for 153 vehicles. Its apartment mix consists of 40 two-bedroom, 26 three-bedroom and 1 four-bedroom unit. The ground floor also includes a foyer, communal open space with an artificial turf area and a meeting room featuring a reading corner. On the corner of Sutton and Dix streets, the proposed development would rise 28.8m—exceeding the site’s maximum building height of 21m. But according to a planning report, it would be “generally consistent and compatible with other established and approved developments in the surrounding area…many of which are 9 storeys or above”. The proposed scheme has been designed by Mark Williams Architects with a built form that “steps in and out across all sides of the building”—prioritising the views from the site and “adding a dynamic, fluid element to the facade”. “The building draws inspiration from the geological context of the Redcliffe Peninsula,” a design methodology statement said. ▲ Renders of the nine-storey apartment building proposed for 77 Sutton Street. “Geological maps of the Moreton District indicate that the underlying bedrock consists of Ecogene Age mudstone, shales, and sandstones, specifically from the Petrie Formation, which was formed around 65 to 45 million years ago. “To connect to this natural heritage, the design incorporates sandstone at the base of the building and within the landscape, echoing the local geology. “Additionally, rusted corten metal is used to reflect the red pigments of the soil, as well as to pay homage to the area’s maritime history and sailing ships.” The plans include art panels, crafted from perforated metal screens, to feature images inspired by historical Redcliffe beaches that would be featured prominently as part of the development. “This artistic reference subtly connects the building to its cultural heritage, while also aligning with the building’s name —Sutton Views—imbuing the site with a sense of place and history,” the statement said. Lighting to illuminate and enhance the artistic elements is designed to create “a landmark within the streetscape” and seating is proposed to be integrated into the area. “The design evokes a dynamic, evolving relationship with the environment—one that is both rooted in history and forward-looking, offering an enriching experience for both residents and visitors alike.”

Midrise Design Taps Redcliffe Peninsula’s Natural Heritage

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