Australian Capital Territory
The Suburban Land Agency’s Whitlam Innovation Precinct, designed by Heyward Lance Architecture demonstrates industry best-practice for “Multi-Generational Living” & exemplar sustainable design – and includes a variety of floorplans to suit a diversity of occupants. A commitment to the reduction of the carbon footprint over time is highlighted through passive solar design principles coupled with sustainable innovation that conserve energy & natural resources.
The project forms the focal point to SLA’s Whitlam Display Village & is open to the public to learn about sustainable design & building innovation while enjoying the precinct’s services & place amenity.
The SLA’s Director for Built Form & Divestment, Nicholas Holt, said the Innovation precinct in Whitlam reflects the ACT Government’s commitment to showcase sustainable & livable designs that support ageing in place & innovative design. “The precinct showcases that people & place-led design is fundamental to create communities & look after the planet. It highlights the SLA’s commitment to delivering great places where communities thrive”.
The project has given the Suburban Land Agency the opportunity to demonstrate industry best-practice for “Multi-Generational Living” and exemplar sustainable design.
The project has sown the seeds for community connections by utilising the precinct temporarily as a display and community hub with a curated program of community activities and cultural events.
The project has created a focal point for the local community, a home for the Agency’s sales suite and community development spaces and the ability to demonstrate innovative housing solutions to potential home builders.
Adrian Lance, Design Architect
Christopher Heyward, Design Architect
Canberra Town Planning, Town Planner
Gradwell Consulting, Energy rating
Place Logic Urban Design & Landscape Architecture, Visitor place finding and signage
Redbox Design Group, Landscape Consultant
Sellick Consulting Engineers, Structural Engineer
SQC Group, Interior Designer
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We express our gratitude to their Elders and Knowledge Holders whose wisdom, actions and knowledge have kept culture alive.
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