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The new Professional Development Unit for Victoria University’s Faculty of Business aims to prepare graduates for life after studies.
November 3rd, 2011
Victoria University’s Building P is an innovative learning hub, designed to resemble a corporate rather than an institutional space.
Students are encouraged to prepare themselves for the ’real world’ and given the ability to work in teams, think critically and independently, analyse and present.
“Creating a series of spaces dictated by task, the new building includes collaborative spaces such as technology enabled meeting rooms for group projects, preparation for presentations and dedicated workstations for individuals or groups undertaking focused work,” explains Sarah Ball, Principal, Woods Bagot.
In conceiving the design, it was imperative that the project team rethink traditional notions of classroom settings and learning areas.
The interior features visual elements referencing the corporate world – such as pinstriping and suiting details, in a playful nod to the corporate stereotype – but incorporates bold block colours for a bright, contemporary feel.
“The injection of solid blocks of bright colour provides the much-needed visual engagement and stimulation into the subterranean space,” said Isabel Letham, Senior Interior Designer, Woods Bagot.
What was originally a dark, cavernous basement is now a lively and bright space for learning and development.
Photography: Shannon McGrath
Woods Bagot
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Sydney’s newest celebration, Smart Light Sydney, is currently calling for expressions of interest from artists and designers from around the country and region to create “smart light and sound installation” for the evnt to be held from 26 May – 14 June 2009.
The event will form part of the newly created Vivid Sydney festival – aimed at delivering a focus on light and sound during the city’s winter.
“Vivid Sydney will transform the city into a unique living canvas of music and light with the Opera House, the Rocks and Circular Quay as its focus,” say the organizers.
Artists are invited to submit their EOI to contribute installation for the Smart Light Sydney ‘Light Walk’ along the CBD foreshore, taking in Observatory Hill, the MCA and Customs House. Submissions can include pavement, wall, façade and foyer treatments.
“We’re looking for artists who are using digital technologies to provide creative solutions in urban design and light, as well as for installations which are stimulating and engaging for the public,” says Smart Light Sydney Founder and Festival Director Mary-Anne Kyriakou.
“Smart Light Sydney will play an important role in demonstrating the potential for low energy lighting to Australian and international audiences through unique and creative displays.”
Stay tuned for more on indesignlive.com in 2009
Round 1 Proposals for Smart Light Sydney Artist EOI submissions close Monday 26 January 2009. For full details on artist submissions and to receive an artist EOI form for Smart Light Sydney, contact info@smartlightsydney.com
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