Location :
Guildford, Western Australia
Collaborators :
Fratelle Froup of Architects
Ultimo Design and Construct
Value:
Less than $5 million
Completed :
December 2017
Awards :
2017 Master Builder’s Association Australia Excellence in Construction Awards
Best Commercial/Industrial Building under $5 million
2017 National Association of Building Designers
Best Heritage Design
Best Non-Residential Interior Design
Best Alteration/Addition Commercial Design
2017 Building Designers Association of WA
Best Heritage Design
Best Sustainable Design – Commercial
Best Public Building Design
Best Commercial Alteration/Addition over $1M
Best Non Residential Interior Design
This site suffered enormous fire damage and was subject to careful redevelopment that championed the key heritage features and functionality to the hotel. The restoration process for this project took two years and blended the best of modern design and contemporary feel with the landmark history of the building – which dates back to the 1880’s.
Airey Taylor were appointed Structural Engineers to the project. Wherever possible the original structure was used, although attrition through concrete cancer was remediated. The integrity of the original external walls was not compromised. Temporary stability measures were removed and replaced with permanent stabilisation – including lateral supports. A new feature dome was fabricated and erected in place.
Historic drawings of the site were utilised to ensure adherence to the original architecture, while all modern facilities were introduced. The restoration proudly displays original exposed brick, repurposed timber and brass finishes to recapture a timeless colonial feel that restores the heart of Guildford to the people.
All images courtesy : Ultimo Design and Construct
