Raine Square | Deep Green URBAN DESIGN

The combination of exposed aggregated concrete, steel and glazed brickwork creates a clean, streamlined ambience, complemented by the buildings glass exterior, which emphasises the sense of light and openness of the area. A Corten steel water feature, large potted trees, striking outdoor furniture and an innovative living wall of bright foliage interject a natural element, which is harmonised by accents of raw and polished cedar timber furnishings. A geometric mural by Woods Painting unifies the citrus and magenta tones found throughout, perfectly fusing the modern simplicity and invigorating the character of the space. The concrete and steel shade structure provides an aspect of seclusion from the city, while delivering an aesthetically pleasing solution to solar infiltration. The mix of vibrant artwork and painting schemes with earthy accents and pragmatic functionality provide a sophisticated modern twist to the urban breakout space.

esigned by Plan E as an outdoor revitalisation area for Bankwest staff, this podium level landscape acts as a space for entertaining. The brief required an area with a completely outdoors feel, where staff could relax and reinvigorate before returning to work. With a barbecue, ambient lighting and multiple seating areas, the space successfully offers both social and peaceful functionality. However, the location a busy city centre offered particularly difficult construction logistics, with all material having to be craned into position from three stories above ground level. With requirements including a high level of finish, quality furniture and a simple use of space, the contemporary, open-air design offers up a refreshing urban escape.

PROJECT PROFILE

RAINE SQUARE
DESIGNER | Plan E.

LandscapeR | Deep Green.

BRIEF | Provide a high level of finish, emphasising the simple use of an outdoor entertaining area for an invigorating and revitalising space for Bankwest staff. BUDGET | $1.4 million. BUILD TIME | Six months. FEATURES | A barbecue with entertaining and seating areas, an innovative living wall, colourful artwork and glazed brick planters. LOCATION | Murray Street, Perth.

SCOOP Commercial Building & Design 2013