Infrastructure

Infrastructure
Strategy
The project proposed is an extension on the existing building fabric of Parliament House. It sits directly above the two chambers where the location of existing lifts and stairs will be extended above 3 levels for users to access the new spaces. The new spaces are for new parliamentary function: Public Consultation, which is what the architectural entity is embody. The form of it is intended to be bold and catch attention so viewers will take the opportunity to wonder and find out and voice their opinions. Since the stairs, lifts, amenities area have been replicated up, it will seem as the metal structure is emerging out from the existing.

Logistics

Flexibility

Transformation & Interaction – Shading Device
A series of uniquely shaped cells retract back into the structural profile of the roof to allow natural daylight to enter into the chambers and views to the above sky that was once hidden in the previous structure. This system also reduces solar gain and glare. The cells also shade the interior by computerised control through an algorithm that involves historic solar gain data with real-time light level sensors.
Other windows on the centres utilise the same system but inhabitants can request to control each window.

Adaption – Flexible Space
Future change can be easily adapted through interior spaces that require utilising movable partitions rather than a permanent wall. Spaces are open to enable diverse range of function from workspace, relaxation, and entertainment.