Sector: Precincts
Three new appointments across global design studio Buchan have expanded the practice’s health, sport, and leisure and entertainment capability. Lynn Van Dievoort has been appointed a senior associate. With qualifications in urban and spatial design, Van Dievoort has a strategic focus and is adept at managing concurrent projects across all stages from concept to delivery. […]
The relocatable, modular system was proposed by Buchan using its retail expertise to assist in re-establishing retail amenities in the CBD following an invitation by the city’s Re:START The Heart Trust. Our team had previously designed a home using shipping containers, which inspired a concept that could be used for single or multistorey formats to […]
Think Precinct Buchan hosted ‘Think Precinct’ in Perth this month, an interactive conversation on the creation of successful mixed-use precincts, that harness liveability, sustainability and new thinking in construction opportunities and materiality. The event brought together influential design voices from across Buchan and international design firm Nikken Sekkei including Phil Schoutrop, Sector Lead Precincts, Buchan;Harvey […]
Inspired by the historic Molonglo River, the design reflects themes of movement and connection, with sweeping ETFE canopies and structured landscapes reinforcing the concept of ‘crossing.’ This interplay of organic and geometric forms seamlessly bridges history and innovation, shaping a dynamic, people-focused public realm. With traffic diverted underground, the space is now a thriving, year-round […]
An exciting, mixed-use precinct that will become the heart of Clyde North in Melbourne’s south-eastern growth corridor is an ‘anti-mall’ that turns the traditional shopping centre inside out. Designed by architecture practice Buchan, Meridian Village provides retail, commercial and entertainment tenancies and is located between existing industrial and residential areas. Buchan Principal, Grant Withers, says […]
Buchan is celebrating 30 years of design in Aotearoa New Zealand this year. Buchan’s beginnings in New Zealand was steeled by The Christchurch Art Gallery design competition win in 1998; a contemporary landmark embraced by the city that has won numerous design awards. It also led Buchan to open a studio in Christchurch in 2000. […]
Sydney’s heritage-listed South Eveleigh Locomotive Workshop has been transformed from an Industrial-era building into a captivating multi-use commercial and community precinct that honours the site’s rich history. The revitalisation includes large public and exhibition spaces, a specialty grocer, eateries, gym and education facilities, and the original blacksmith forge, in full working order. The inner-Sydney Workshop […]
Sydney’s heritage-listed South Eveleigh Locomotive Workshop has been transformed from an Industrial-era building into a captivating multi-use commercial and community precinct that honours the site’s rich history. The revitalisation includes large public and exhibition spaces, a specialty grocer, eateries, gym and education facilities, and the original blacksmith forge, in full working order. The inner-Sydney Workshop […]
Buchan recently hosted a Design Talk lunch to celebrate the appointment of Leah Lang, Queensland’s newly appointed State Government Architect. Joining Leah as Buchan guests were James Hepburn, Chairperson Retail Development Committee, Ipswich City Council; Andrew Colling, Architect; Chris McCluskey, General Manager Development Services at ISPT; and Peter Hyland, Regional Director at Cistri (an Urbis […]
Perron Group has secured development approval from the Western Australian Planning Commission for Cockburn Quarter – a 20-year $1 billion community transformation project that aims to deliver a vibrant community heart for Cockburn. Designed by Buchan, the masterplan prioritises lifestyle and connectivity envisioning a modern urbanscape where locals can live, work, rest and play. Consultation […]