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The rear (northern) extent of the site represents the living areas of both units, with outdoor entertaining and
living areas, decks and a pool at each level. These areas interact and overlook Chaplain Park and the foreshore
walk whilst retaining sufficient privacy for residents of each unit. A gated pedestrian entrance is provided for
each unit representing an informal address to the property from the rear.

6.2 Built Form
Sparks Architects have approached the building design with absolute consideration to the unique
position of the site, being located between the historical Noosa River Slipway and Noosa River Yacht
Club. These key landmarks and the immediate views of yachts both sailing and moored on the Noosa
River have been inspiration for the architect to pursue a building design that emulates their sleek,
streamlined characteristics.
The width and depth of the site has naturally contributed in creating a slender, long building which combined
with the with a range of lightweight cladding elements, sun sails and bold architectural steel outriggers and
tension cables, portrays a style reminiscent of the Noosa River yachts.
The building has been designed as a reflection of the surrounding natural environment, creating a highly
engaging project to the public eye whilst maintaining privacy and the ultimate living experience for the residents
of each unit.
The floor plate of each level has been designed to take maximum advantage of the sunlight and breezes with
central landscaped atrium on the upper floor unit and living areas directed toward the views afforded by the
Noosa River.
Each dwelling retains embellished private open space in the form of open decks at the rear, enjoying a northern
aspect towards Chaplain Park and the Noosa River. The ground floor dwelling has a kitchen and living area
that open fully to a rear deck which overlooks an inground pool, with endemic coastal themed landscaping.
The upper floor level similarly has living areas with cascading doors that open entirely onto the rear deck and
marginally raised upper level, cantilevered pool with views outwards to the Noosa River.
Sub-tropical design principles have been relied upon in minimising each dwelling’s energy demands, including
lightweight screening materials, appropriate building orientation to optimise solar access and capture
prevailing breezes, extended boxed window eaves and outdoor balconies which open directly onto living areas.
The building’s environmental footprint is further reduced with the use of solar and battery storage for their
energy needs.
Incorporated as part of the Architectural Plan Package is a range of perspectives which provide an indication
of the built form outcome that will be achieved. Sparks Architects have also prepared an Architectural
Statement forming Attachment D to this report.




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