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The Science Place – James Cook University Townsville
The Science Place – James Cook University Townsville
This innovative design by Hassell Architects provides students with an inspiring space for both teaching and research education, in both the Biological Sciences and Molecular Sciences. Today’s campuses are designed for students to enjoy their learning environment both socially and educationally.
This stunning, contemporary rhomboid-shaped façade is created with two interweaving colours of anodised aluminium panels, connected with custom cruciform extrusion manufactured by Urban Facades, covering the northern elevation.
The southern façade consists of extremely large vertical blades in a random pattern.
The specified colours were Universal Anodisers Silver Grey & Slate Grey. Both greys are ‘interference colours’. Interference colours are created by pore modification, forming the illusion of colour variation due to the reflection and refraction from the modified pore.
The metallic lustre is enhanced by the pattern within the placement of the panels and by the sun. This beauty is dramatically enhanced at night with lights reflecting off the anodised surface.
The façade design offers shade without jeopardising light or views, also providing fabulous surroundings for this learning precinct.
