RFI - Attachment 2 - Architectural Statement

Key points of inspiration have been drawn from these areas and more generally the local
flora of Northern Queensland, which is evident with the proposed high degree of green
integration into the project. Key views toward these areas are maximised for the user with
timber decking and pools edging out onto the horizon, whilst allowing greenery to spill out
into to the park and creep into the built form enabling a greater sense of connection.

Architectural details and materiality were taken from the surrounding context such as yacht’s
sailing by on a daily basis forming a distinctive relationship between land and water, for the
dweller and the passerby.

A crisp and clean palette of whites and greys allow for greenery to be celebrated whilst
creating a distinctive reminiscence of yacht masts sitting still in the distance behind the
treetops.

Furthermore, we have also taken careful consideration into ESD through the use of various
sustainable methods.

Tensile membrane sails and window hoods will provide passive solar shading for the
summer and winter months. Large operable windows throughout and an internalised garden
on the first floor will allow natural light and ventilation to channel through the two units.
Summer breezes will be evaporatively cooled naturally from the two pools as they draw into
the Northern living spaces. And photovoltaic arrays will be maximised on the roof to service
both units, significantly reducing the carbon footprint of both units.

With this and all of the above in mind, we have aspired to achieved the best possible
outcome for the client and also as a means significantly contributing to the quality of Noosa’s
built environment.

Basic Information:

Applicant/Owner: Michael Cullen.
Independent Planner: Ben Walsh, Malee Group.
Project Architect: Alex Hunt, Sparks Architects Pty Ltd.
Traffic Engineer: DME Projects.

Property Information:

128-132 Gympie Terrace, Noosaville 4566 QLD.
LOT 1 on MCH 3881.
Noosa Plan 2020.
Site Area: 556m2

Note: There is no intention to proceed with the existing approval over Lots 1, 2 & 3
(MCU13/0211).

Development Permit for MCU (Dual Occupancy) - 2 storeys, plus basement carpark. Access
via easement BSP305586 accessing from Mill Street over Lot only.

Proposed Building Height:
7.5m from pad level 2.4m (as legally changed).
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