Nowadays, public facilities are no longer single-purpose and must cater to a range of needs such as medical care, transportation and leisure activities. In order for these spaces to fulfil their intended functions, architects must focus on creating inviting and functional designs that are also sustainable.
This project, designed by DesignInc Melbourne, was one of four finalists in the Public Building category of the 2022 Sustainability Awards, and went on to win the prestigious award.
In an interview with Dezeen, Foster + Partners Founder Norman Foster says there are many myths that surround certain materials, with the celebrated architect indicating it is down to how a material is utilised, as opposed to the contents of the material itself.