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River Rocks by David Luck Architecture, an entrant in the 2022 awards. Picture: Joe Grey Photography
FROM gorgeous homes to glamping rest rooms, social housing to a creative arts school, the best of the best is on show in the annual architecture awards.
This year’s Tasmanian Architecture Awards highlights the work of two dozen projects showcasing the range of diverse architecture produced across the state.
Australian Institute of Architects Tasmanian Chapter president, Stuart Tanner, said across all building types, an extraordinary level of precise work and design resolution was on show in the program.
“It’s heartening to see the skills of Tasmanian architects applied right across the spectrum of our built environment,” he said.
“It lifts everything up, and people are starting to understand why design matters and how it can contribute positively in society.
The Boathouse by Maguire and Devine Architects. Picture: Adam Gibson
Mays Point House by Tanner Architects. Picture Adam Gibson
Nettletontribe’s UTAS Melville St project. Picture: Adam Gibson
“It can foster a sense of civic pride and elevate how Tasmania is viewed on a national or international basis.
“It also goes a long way toward promoting Tasmania as forward-thinking, innovative and sophisticated.”
Knights Rest by Saxon Hall. Picture: Matt Sansom
Dolphin Sands Studio by Matt Williams Architects. Picture Adam Gibson
Casa Acton by Archier. Picture: Adam Gibson
While each of the projects stands on their individual merits, Mr Tanner said they were also part of the Tassie design language.
He said Tasmania’s environment was relatively unique and challenging, which influences the work architects produce.
“Buildings need to respond to our conditions that can be freezing cold or scorching hot in the same week,” he said.
“Architecture is driven by climate, context and landscape, and architects respond to that with their design, materials and the way a building performs.
“We are also blessed to have this amazing landscape to design amongst.”
Bluff House – Spring Beach by Preston Lane. Picture Adam Gibson
River Rocks by David Luck Architecture Picture: Joe Grey Photography
The Hedberg by Liminal Architecture and WOHA. Picture: Natasha Mulhall
The 2022 Tasmanian Architecture Awards presentation dinner will be held at Spring Bay Mill over the Queen’s Birthday long weekend.
An awards exhibition launch will be held at Brooke St Pier on Thursday, May 26. It will be open to the public through June.
People can vote in the People’s Choice Award at the exhibition, or online at architecture.com.au/awards/2022-awards/entrant-gallery-tasmanian-chapter-2022
