Ferntree Gully Early Learning Centre

By R ARCHITECTURE

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ABOUT

Ferntree Gully Early Learning Centre is a start-up centre for the owners-operators who come with backgrounds and experience in the education sector.

Located on a corner site off Burwood Highway in Ferntree Gully, the centre is sited amongst a diverse mix of commercial developments, schools and residential hinterland.

DESIGN

The site has considerable fall towards the street intersections which warrants a design that is responsive. The building is terraced into the ground with a 2-storey presentation to the street corner whilst fading away into a less significant form to the rear and dispersing out onto the outdoor play spaces. Prevailing building types and varied built forms in the vicinity encourage a non-conventional design language. The proposal provides a subtle interface to the public realm with regard to the human scale making the centre safe, active and inviting.

The architecture of this centre is an expression of the mountain ranges in the backdrop. The material pallet allows the building to sit comfortably within its surroundings. Taking into consideration the surrounding landscape and the mountains in the backdrop, a colour pallet of natural earthy tones has been applied- timber cladding, white brickwork and eucalypt green cladding mirrors the rich vegetative nature of the locale and pays respect to the indigenous background of the area.

Landscaping forms a vital part of the design of this centre. ‘Bush landscape’ with native vegetation, meandering paths, miniature bridges and amongst those play spaces for structured activities-  provide unique educational opportunities for the children, whilst blending the centre in its larger natural surroundings.

DETAILS

STATUS

Current

LOCATION

Ferntree Gully, VIC

SERVICES PROVIDED

Architecture & Interior Design

RENDERINGS

R Architecture

R ARCHITECTURE
Victoria
Ferntree Gully Early Learning Centre
Ferntree Gully Early Learning Centre

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R ARCHITECTURE is an Australian architecture practice with a passion for bringing great design to suburban contexts.

We work hard to understand your requirements and share your aspirations. By demonstrating a willingness to listen and collaborate, being accountable and solutions focused, we aim to build a strong, trusting relationship as we guide you through the design and construction process.

Our approach to design is really flexible to your preferences and budget. We don’t pursue a particular style or aesthetic. The only thing we insist on is a great design outcome.

While our project work is diverse, every project delivers on our clients’ dreams and makes an exemplary contribution to the community.

At ArchiPro we recognise and acknowledge the existing, original and ancient connection Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples have to the lands and waterways across the Australian continent. We pay our respects to the elders past and present. We commit to working together to build a prosperous and inclusive Australia.