Art Gallery of Western Australia
Art Gallery of Western Australia
The lift
The offset of the lift, creates a new tension between the existing building and the landscape. A new and exciting experience is provided for the visitor. The sharp triangular form of the lift can be read against the sky as both a singular and a connected element, enticing the visitor to explore further — the impact of this simple move is powerful.
A greener roof terrace
In contrast, the softening of the edges of the roof terrace extends the concept of a greener urban landscape which has been recently introduced into the PCC — aligning with the original design for the gallery and introducing a more inclusive response to the precinct. Working with the Whadjuk Noongar knowledge holders, the selected planting represents their six seasons and reinforces the setting of the AGWA in the cultural landscape of the Whadjuk Noongar.
The timber deck
The timber deck is subtly lifted to enable views across the precinct, providing a safe and inclusive design, cleverly concealing precinct wide roof top services.
A new layer
Working with an existing building which has undergone many ‘add ons’, the intent was to provide a new layer, clearly identified but strongly referencing the original architecture. The material palette is deliberately restrained, acknowledging the original materials of sand coloured concrete blocks, bronze aluminium and stainless steel.
A new phase for the precinct
Although modest in budget and scope, the proposal is impactful and ‘elevates’, as was the intent, AGWA into the new phase of the wider precinct and a new experience for the gallery.
Explore the interiors of Art Gallery of Western Australia.
Awards
| 2022 | Australian Institute of Architects (WA Chapter) | Commendation for Public Architecture (AGWA Elevate) | |
Press
| 6 Nov 2021 | ABC News | WA’s state art gallery reopens with new rooftop space, improved lighting and hundreds of new commissions | |
| 21 Jul 2020 | ArchitectureAU | TAG Architects and FJMT design ‘vibrant’ gallery space for Art Gallery of WA rooftop | |
| 20 Jul 2020 | Government of Western Australia | Art Gallery rooftop project to feature giant Aboriginal artwork | |
