Brisbane Architect and Academic (and Gold Medal Winner) Brit Andresen was the designer of this building in Glasgow- a gallery and museum where the old is blended with the new.
The Burrell Collection Museum at Kelvin Grove Glasgow by Brit Andresen
Although built several years ago, the building is timeless with lots of light and space which creates and experience of awe and wonder for visitors and enhances the pieces being exhibited.
Light and Space
Mixture of timber, concrete and glass
Blend the old and the new
Congratulations Brit, this building has stood the test of time and receives many visitors. A truly successful building in many ways!
Catherine Baudet
In my recent trip to Glasgow, Scotland, I came across an article in The Herald about the Royal Incorporation of Architects in Scotland not short listing The Riverside Museum in Glasgow by Zaha Hadid in their recent awards. As Zaha Hadid is one of the most famous female architects in the world, I was anxious to see the building and assess it myself, particularly as I was jury co-ordinator of our own Australian Institute of Architects Brisbane awards. I understand the deliberations and the many differences of opinion that can occur during the awards judging process, having served many times on our own juries here in Brisbane.
I loved the exterior form with its undulating roof, and I loved the pale green interior and the fabulous sculpted stair. The forecourt was bland and seemed to be incomplete- almost like they ran out of money. It had a few cheap picnic benches scattered about and plenty of black rubbish bins.
As this was the main entry to the building it was terribly disappointing, but maybe there is a Stage 2.
The forecourt- rubbish bin and picnic benches
Always curious about how architects handle the design of amenities, I had to visit the ladies room. Somehow, I think amenities design tells a lot about the architect’s focus. Is it about overall form? Or is it about the experience of the whole building even the toilets?
Sadly, in this case the amenities were rather ‘ordinaire’! The architect could have had such fun with them!
Please check out the amenities in our public buildings- some are great, but many are pretty ordinary, and in some way, that compromises the success of the whole building.
In the meanwhile I am waiting for the ‘inside gos’ on why the building was not short listed. I am hoping my Glasgow friends will keep me posted.
Catherine Baudet
Note: for more details on the Riverside Museum have a look at: http://www.dezeen.com/2011/06/10/riverside-museum-by-zaha-hadid-architects/
Many architects generally design with the philosophy that less is more. But I was delighted to stay in a small hotel in Paris called Hotel Bourg Tibourg where the interiors are designed along the lines of “ more is more” and ‘over the top’ colors, textures and scent blend seamlessly to create a welcoming and memorable experience.
Interior designer Jacques Garcia has designed many hotels in Paris and Hotel Bourg Tibourg is delightful, from its tiny courtyard with deep red walls, to the gorgeous dining room in the basement with stone walls, tapestries, and sumptuous chairs in contrasting patterns.
Equally memorable were the breakfasts, with silky yoghurt in tiny glass bottles, fragrant berries and perfect globe grapes, flaky croissants and pain au chocolat, served alongside French Vogue and Le Figaro!
The perfect breakfast
Elegant opulance
Where do you find carpet like this? Or fabrics like this? And who created the signature scent that wafts through the building?
Only the French can do this opulent style with such elegance.
( Note found this Hotel through the blog French Essence- written by Australian Vickie Archer, living in the South of France- where Roland comes from. She writes about all beautiful things French.)
Catherine Baudet
Ferrier Baudet Architects are finalist in the Dulux Colour Awards 2012 with the colourful new multipurpose hall at Holy Family Primary School.
The project, completed last year, was selected out of 104 entries for the Commercial Exterior Category.
Check out the Dulux Colour Awards website for more colourful buildings: http://www.dulux.com.au/colourawards/2012-winners/commercial-exterior
The ‘Clarendome’, as Clarendon State School fondly named their new Covered Outdoor Learning Area, was officially inaugurated on November 9th.
This project was part of the Building the Education Revolution program (“P21 – Primary Schools for the 21st Century”) and one that was particularly close to our heart. Over the months, we developed a great relationship with the Principal Ashley Wilson and we are all very happy with the result! The builder, Roger Giles Builders, took great care in the execution and the simple structure is well finished. ’Clarendome’ has become a focal point for the local community.
"Clarendome"
The children under 'Clarendome'
The School Captains, Mr Ashley Wilson-Principal & Mr Shayne Neumann-MP
Clarendon State School Choir
Have a look at this little article about the opening in the Gatton Star: http://www.gattonstar.com.au/story/2011/11/15/kids-set-to-have-fun-in-the-new-clarendome/