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The new free standing Circa Gallery annex is a functional extension of the existing gallery, located in Rosebank. The building consists of a single flexible gallery space, storage, business lounge, offices and patio roof. It is designed to display modes of art such as video installations and large scale sculptures and can host global art auctions.
Courtesy of StudioMAS – Photographs : Tristan McLaren, John Hodgkiss
In addition the building may be made available as a multipurpose space for public and private functions or events that will elevate its public stature.
Courtesy of StudioMAS – Photographs : Tristan McLaren, John Hodgkiss
Rationale :

The building responds to the global resources debate in that will be largely self servicing. Electricity is produced on site using solar voltaic panels, harvested rain water is used for all but drinking water, and solar heated hot water will be used for space heating. Courtesy of StudioMAS – Section
Council energy and water is connected only as a backup measure. The oval shape of the building renders the most floor space for faade and gives it its distinctive form. Various aluminum extrusions resembling reeds give the building its unique architectural character.
Courtesy of StudioMAS – Plan
Project Info :
Architects : Studio MAS

Project Year : 2009

Main Contractor : Murray-Dickson

Structural Engineers : Vela VKE Consultin

Photographs : Tristan McL...