The public space overlay of the 3 International Towers lobbies in the highly acclaimed Barangaroo.
Taking cues from the existing curved geometry and developing a meaningful linking narrative, the project was predicated on a sense of respect for the base building designed by Rogers Stirk Harbour and was approached in a similar way to a heritage building.
The design is composed of a ‘kit of parts’ to create a quality and authentic space that is cohesive with the lobby design. A monolithic sculptural concierge desk is the main point of arrival for guests. It’s curved and enclosing edges are a signature throughout, exploiting the warmth of natural timbers and imbuing the space with pockets of containment.
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A centrally hung staircase links the ground floor to the mezzanine levels and the adjacent food hall, while the VIP areas behind reception offer a comfortable cocooning space, with an adjacent private area offering individual workstations. Large-scale planters are used throughout the lobby space as focal points. By pulling nature in such a significant form into the lobby, the distinction between indoor and outdoors is blurred and the space is expanded.
This permanent kiosk was designed in conjunction with the lobby space, the boutique-scale project was conceived to reflect the grandeur of the interior architecture and invite the public from the outside.
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