Keybridge House
Keybridge House by Chapman Taylor and Allies and Morrison for Mount Anvil The concept design, by architects Allies and Morrison, includes a rich mix of
Location and
Siting
Scale and
Massing
Massing
Plan and
Layout
Layout
Boundaries and EdgesBoundaries and edges are an integral part of the urban design process, defining the limits and transitions between different spaces, providing a sense of place through visual, social, and physical cues. More
Elevational Treatment
Tall Buildings
Elevational Treatment
Introduction
Alongside the building form, scale and massing, the inclusion of an appropriate facade treatment is integral to animating tall buildingA tall building is defined as one that is six storeys or more. More elevations. Elevations should be visually interesting with rhythm and articulationArchitectural composition in which elements and parts of the building are expressed logically, distinctly, and consistently. More, using formal elements such as fenestration patterns, recessed and projecting elements, balconies and terraces to provide life and animation to larger elevations.
Variation in facade treatment, materials and detailingThe details of a building are the individual components and how they are put together. Some are a deliberate part of the appearance of a building, including doors, windows and their surrounds, porches, decorative features and ironmongery. Others are functional, although they can also contribute to the appearance of a building. These include lighting, flues and ventilation, gutters, pipes and other rainwater details. Detailing affects the appearance of a building or space and how it is experienced. It also affects how well it weathers and lasts over time. More is encouraged to provide visual breaks in the form, animating elements of the building effectively from all aspects.
Features of tall building elevational treatment
- Rhythm and articulationArchitectural composition in which elements and parts of the building are expressed logically, distinctly, and consistently. More of building facades
- Include elements of architectural detailingThe details of a building are the individual components and how they are put together. Some are a deliberate part of the appearance of a building, including doors, windows and their surrounds, porches, decorative features and ironmongery. Others are functional, although they can also contribute to the appearance of a building. These include lighting, flues and ventilation, gutters, pipes and other rainwater details. Detailing affects the appearance of a building or space and how it is experienced. It also affects how well it weathers and lasts over time. More
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TBET 1
Articulation
CODE
Description
Compliance
CODE
Tall buildings must articulate building facades with projecting and recessed elements.
Description
The articulation of building facades with projecting or recessed elements, fenestration patterns such as grouping floors and windows, window reveals, and balconies will soften larger building forms, break down the appearance of building mass and provide rhythm and visual interest. Attention must also be paid to detailed design. The incorporation of art or sculptural elements can create a unique image for the building or its context. The night time appearance of a building must be considered. Lighting can assist the building to continue its function after dark (for example, landmarkA building or structure that stands out from its background by virtue of its design and architectural quality, height, size or some other aspect of design. More structures or sites which maintain their visual prominence through lighting) and can be used to create striking night time compositions
Compliance
Applicants should demonstrate in their submission how this element of the Code has been complied with.
Documents required:
- Facade design analysis
- Floorplans, site plans
- Elevation and section drawings
- Code requirement signposted in the Design and Access Statement.
Examples
TBET 2
Architectural detailing
CODE
Description
Compliance
CODE
Tall buildings must introduce architectural detailing to add interest and expression.
Description
The use of appropriate high quality materials and appropriate architectural detailingThe details of a building are the individual components and how they are put together. Some are a deliberate part of the appearance of a building, including doors, windows and their surrounds, porches, decorative features and ironmongery. Others are functional, although they can also contribute to the appearance of a building. These include lighting, flues and ventilation, gutters, pipes and other rainwater details. Detailing affects the appearance of a building or space and how it is experienced. It also affects how well it weathers and lasts over time. More, having regard to the site context and characterCharacter includes all of the elements that go to make a place, how it looks and feels, its geography and landscape, its noises and smells, activity, people and businesses. This character should be understood as a starting point for all development. Character can be understood at three levels; the area type in which the site sits, its surroundings and the features of the site. More of buildings in the local area will help to integrate tall buildings with their surroundings and ensure that they age well over time. Avoid monotony of colour or texture on the building elevation, although equal care is required to avoid facades appearing too “busy”.
Compliance
Applicants should demonstrate in their submission how this element of the Code has been complied with.
Documents required:
- Facade design analysis
- Floorplans, site plans
- Elevation and section drawings
- Code requirement signposted in the Design and Access Statement.
Examples
TBET 3
Material quality
CODE
Description
Compliance
CODE
Proposed primary materials must reference the dominant material palette from the surrounding context.
Description
Material qualities which can work well at this scale include lightness, reflectivity and transparency as this can help reduce the visual bulkiness and add elegance. The use of glass and traditional materials such as brick, stone and terracotta are preferred. Cladding materials and materials that weather poorly must be avoided.
The appearance of materials used in the façade should be seamless, where possible minimising the visual impact of vents and joints unless exaggerated as part of the elevations composition.
Whilst materials with a traditional appearance are preferred, the use of modern methods of constructionA fast way of delivering buildings by maximising the efficiency of material and human resources and focuses on off-site construction techniques, such as mass production and factory assembly, as alternatives to traditional building techniques. More and innovative materials is encouraged, providing they make reference to the traditional colours, texture, bonding and brickwork used within the contextThe context includes the immediate surroundings of the site, the neighbourhood in which it sits and the wider setting. The context may include the physical surroundings of topography, movement patterns and infrastructure, built form and uses. An understanding of the context, history and character of an area must influence the siting and design of new development. More of the site.
Compliance
Applicants should demonstrate in their submission how this element of the Code has been complied with.
Documents required:
- Facade design analysis
- Floorplans, site plans
- Elevation and section drawings
- Code requirement signposted in the Design and Access Statement.
Examples
Tall building elevational treatment case studies
Dockley Apartments
Dockley Apartments by Studio Woodroffe Papa for Matching Green Ltd The redevelopment of the Dockley Road Industrial Estate is part of a wider scheme transforming the railway
ARC, Sydney
ARC, Sydney by Koichi Takada Architects for Crown Group Arc is made up of two 26-storey, 80-meter high towers. The mixed-useA well-integrated mix of different
