The Turrbal and Jagera people
Queensland
Brisbane
11 Logan Road is a benchmark project for the adaptive reuse of existing Heritage buildings in Brisbane. The project includes mixed use development of an existing character commercial building, including retail, hospitality, and office spaces.
The buildings are of historic significance, occupying the site in some form since the late 1800’s.
This initial phase of site development represented a significant investment in restoring the existing character buildings back to their best version, with a broader view to reinvigorating the commercial / retail offer of this unique precinct.
The project evokes connection to our past and so deepens our understanding of our place in the present. By stripping back and exposing the existing fabric the building now has a distinct legibility, presented as obvious layers of old through to new. Old is not discarded but rediscovered and celebrated as part of a continuing evolution of the place.
The redevelopment of 11 Logan Road exemplifies the transformative potential of adaptive reuse for Brisbane’s commercial character buildings. Through a reductive approach and meticulous material selection, the project sensitively reveals the heritage fabric while introducing contemporary interventions with precision. The design showcases skilful detailing, particularly evident in the timber and glazed ground floor shopfronts that retain their original recessed entry form and character. Fostering a deeper connection to the community and its built heritage, this thoughtful blend of old and new serves as a catalyst for economic revitalisation.
The Australian Institute of Architects acknowledges First Nations peoples as the Traditional Custodians of the lands, waters, and skies of the continent now called Australia.
We express our gratitude to their Elders and Knowledge Holders whose wisdom, actions and knowledge have kept culture alive.
We recognise First Nations peoples as the first architects and builders. We appreciate their continuing work on Country from pre-invasion times to contemporary First Nations architects, and respect their rights to continue to care for Country.
