A national design competition to establish a new mixed-use facility at the Suttons Beach precinct on Queensland’s Redcliffe Peninsula has launched.
The competition, commissioned by City of Moreton Bay and overseen by Citylab, will be open to expressions of interest from architects from November.
Mayor Peter Flannery said the objective of the competition was to create a new hub with potential for hospitality offerings, rooftop areas, and bathroom and changeroom amenities.
“Citylab will plan the competition including the design brief, competition structure and jury selection criteria. Council has also consulted with the Australian Institute of Architects to ensure industry best practice and is currently seeking their endorsement for the final competition guidelines and model,” Flannery said.
“We understand the significance of the previous Suttons Beach Pavilion to the local community, and the new building design will consider the history of the site, as well as extensive community feedback.
“The Sutton’s Beach precinct plays a key role in the Redcliffe Peninsula’s tourism offering and once revitalised, will bring new opportunities for employment and economic development to our city, ensuring City of Moreton Bay continues to be a popular place to live, work, visit and invest into the future.”
The 2023/2024 Moreton Bay Council budget has already allocated $1.25 million for the demolition of the existing 1937 beach pavilion and interim landscaping to return the park to community use, with planning for the new precinct occurring simultaneously. Council is hoping to repurpose bricks from the original pavilion in the new structure.
Moreton Bay councillor Karl Winchester said the design competition will ensure the new building has a unique presence, while also providing the most appropriate solution for the popular Redcliffe destination.
“We know the Redcliffe community wants to see this public space brought back to life, while still recognising the history and character of the space,” Winchester said.
“This design competition will consist of two stages – first we will take expressions of interest (EOI) from the architecture community, followed by a concept design development stage.
“We can’t wait to see the Suttons Beach precinct evolve into a vibrant new community space allowing a new generation to enjoy its place in the community.”
Architects on the shortlist will be notified in early 2024, with shortlisted candidates granted funds to advance their concept designs. A jury comprising independent and qualified design experts will announce the project winner in mid-2024.
See the City of Moreton Bay Council’s website for project and competition updates: Suttons Beach Public Space project.
Source: Architecture - architectureau
