Brisbane tower inspired by Queenslanders

An apartment tower proposed for Brisbane has been designed to reference surrounding Queenslanders that appear to be perched on top of each other in hilly Toowong.

Designed by DKO, the 14-storey apartment block at 24-28 Lissner Avenue captures views of the city and river to the north-east and towards Mount Coot-tha to the west.

“The tower form is inspired by driving around Toowong and seeing Queenslanders perched on top of each other as they nestle within the hilly landscape,” DKO states in planning documents.

“A tapestry of balconies, column grids and battens are interspersed with landscape and birdsong. The tower reflects this structural discipline, expressed as a series of posts, columns, slabs and beams.”

The podium would also make reference to the local heritage-listed Regatta Hotel, the veiled masonry podium recalling the fine, intricate fretwork of that famous hotel.

The development would deliver 101 apartments across its 14 levels and would include a rooftop recreation deck with pool.

At ground level, the design prioritizes pedestrian experience of by providing a light and airy lobby. Balconies are designed as outdoor rooms, positioned on corners where possible, to take advantage of the breeze.

Landscape architecture for the project will be by Cusp.

Published online via Architecture AU

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