Guringai (Kuringgai) people
New South Wales
qubec is a cluster of eighteen, three bedroom townhouses, grouped around a landscaped courtyard. Located in the Northern Beaches suburb of Newport, qubec combines urban style with bayside living.
Formerly occupied by six private homes, the 3700m2 site with significant falls in two directions, is also flanked by single residential dwellings set in landscaped gardens to its east, and a small but vibrant neighbourhood corner shops which is anchored by a popular waterfront hotel to its west.
The townhouses, with a bold and distinctive architectural language, form and materiality, are stepped to follow the natural site topography and act as the physical and visual link between the two contextual bookends. The simple forms and bold aesthetic add visual interest to the two street frontages and at the same time remind us of the close proximity to the stunning waters and bays of Pittwater through individual vistas and views from each townhouse.
qubec aims to recognise the inherent quality and potential of the site, to create a place that enhances the living experience by embracing the natural beauty and lifestyle of Newport, blending urbanity and surf culture. With simple forms and a bold aesthetic, the architecture creates a distinct living environment. The planning takes advantage of the dual street frontage and topography around a central courtyard, offering ample open spaces and communal areas. Sustainability and smart living are prioritised with solar arrays and EV charging systems. qubec offers a premium living experience, with a vibrant energy that captures Sydney’s Northern Beaches.
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.
