Biscoe Wilson Architects wereengaged by the Qld Department as Principal Consultant for a new accommodation building to allow for ongoing expansion of the school population. A 2 storey building with an “L” shape plan was proposed to suit the sloping terrain. A large Covered outdoor Learning area with colourful screens and translucent panels links the building to an existing Science block adjacent.
The project was designed in 2021 and is expected to be complete late 2023A lift and covered linksenable the accessible access network of the school to be expanded.A central circulation corridor is topped with clerestory windows to introduce natural and light into the building. A central void at a trancept provides visual connection to the lower level.
The project also included an addition to the existing Industrial Technology building F Block to incorporate a Design Graphics and Computer laboratory
The GLC building incorporates:
Science Laboratories x 4
GLA’s x 11
Multi media rooms x 2
1 Covered Outdoor learning area.
Stafff room
Amenities and change rooms.
Architectural Team | Marion Wilson, Robert Biscoe, Joelie Clark, Tori Goldsmith, Monique Pousson, Winson Leung, Steph Stockwell D&C Contractor | Bryant Constructions