Construction sequence. The new circulation building occupies the courtyard creating connections between the two historic buildings without disrupting the architectural heritage.
Posted 24 Apr 2020 15:13
Valentine LDS
Perspective long sections. The incorporation of a greenhouse enables the gin distillery to grow and harvest their own spices, herbs, fruits and flowers that are normally used to flavour gin. Aligned to the bottom of the parapet to ensure the floating greenhouse benefits from maximum solar gain.
Posted 24 Apr 2020 15:07
Main entrance. A recessed copper entrance within the modern white block addition creates a protected threshold within a simple facade that contrast without overpowering the existing buildings.
Posted 24 Apr 2020 15:06
Elevations. The lightness of the modern material palette, concrete and polycarbonate, dilutes the solidity of the massing and uplifts the heaviness of the historic stone facades.
Posted 24 Apr 2020 15:06
Exterior view. At night, the gin distillery is enlivened by the restaurants and bar. The glowing greenhouse illuminates the old library to draw people in.
Posted 24 Apr 2020 15:05