http://www.contentstudio.com.au content studio | architects & designers Fri, 15 Jul 2011 07:40:49 +0000 http://www.contentstudio.com.au en http://contentstudio.com.au/Brunswick-Townhouses http://contentstudio.com.au/following/contentstudio.com.au/Brunswick-Townhouses Fri, 15 Jul 2011 07:40:49 +0000 content studio | architects & designers 1732185 Current townhouses proposal fora narrow suburban block in Brunswick. The design looks to create a distinct presence and identity for each unit. <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/2/84679/1732185/content image 63.jpg" border="0" width="670" height="473" width_o="1024" height_o="724" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/2/84679/1732185/content image 63_o.jpg" align="left" /> <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/2/84679/1732185/content image 59.jpg" border="0" width="670" height="472" width_o="850" height_o="600" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/2/84679/1732185/content image 59_o.jpg" align="left" /> <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/2/84679/1732185/content image 62.jpg" border="0" width="670" height="502" width_o="800" height_o="600" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/2/84679/1732185/content image 62_o.jpg" align="left" /> <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/2/84679/1732185/content image 60.jpg" border="0" width="670" height="503" width_o="798" height_o="600" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/2/84679/1732185/content image 60_o.jpg" align="left" /> http://contentstudio.com.au/For-an-Active-City http://contentstudio.com.au/following/contentstudio.com.au/For-an-Active-City Thu, 14 Jul 2011 07:06:43 +0000 content studio | architects & designers 1725380 Our submission for the Design for an Active City competition in Melbourne, the Active Ground. A 20m array of led tiles embedded in the surface of the bridge can be programmed to alight in a pattern and by induction. The aim is to encourage pedestrian traffic, with the potential to become a game of hopscotch, a zumba class, twister, a game of memory. At night the path turns on by induction, creating a safer environment whilst conserving energy when not in use. <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/2/84679/1725380/content image 54.jpg" border="0" width="670" height="445" width_o="800" height_o="532" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/2/84679/1725380/content image 54_o.jpg" align="left" /> <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/2/84679/1725380/content image 55.jpg" border="0" width="600" height="406" width_o="600" height_o="406" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/2/84679/1725380/content image 55_o.jpg" align="left" /> }<img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/2/84679/1725380/content image 57.jpg" border="0" width="600" height="400" width_o="600" height_o="400" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/2/84679/1725380/content image 57_o.jpg" align="left" /> <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/2/84679/1725380/content image 56.jpg" border="0" width="600" height="400" width_o="600" height_o="400" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/2/84679/1725380/content image 56_o.jpg" align="left" /> http://contentstudio.com.au/Other-Residential http://contentstudio.com.au/following/contentstudio.com.au/Other-Residential Thu, 05 May 2011 06:04:01 +0000 content studio | architects & designers 1075026 Other recent and ongoing residential projects include: The design of a terraced courtyard linking the renovated living areas of a Victorian house in Northcote to this double storey guest house addition. The renovation of an Edwardian semi detached house in East St Kilda converting it into a family home. By sliding a lightweight upper storey addition over the rear of a period house in Fitzroy a second facade was created, re-orientating the house to the north and creating a 2nd entry. A Private library for a retiring professor of history required a library to house his collection of books. The library was designed as a pavilion at the rear of a residence. Floor to ceiling book shelves form the walls supporting the ceiling. Natural light breaks through the shelving to define circulation. <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/2/84679/1075026/private-library-lg.jpg" border="0" width="600" height="400" width_o="600" height_o="400" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/2/84679/1075026/private-library-lg_o.jpg" align="left" /> <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/2/84679/1075026/northcote-lg.jpg" border="0" width="300" height="400" width_o="300" height_o="400" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/2/84679/1075026/northcote-lg_o.jpg" align="left" /> <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/2/84679/1075026/fitzroy1-lg.jpg" border="0" width="533" height="400" width_o="533" height_o="400" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/2/84679/1075026/fitzroy1-lg_o.jpg" align="left" /> <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/2/84679/1075026/ivanhoe-lg.jpg" border="0" width="563" height="400" width_o="563" height_o="400" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/2/84679/1075026/ivanhoe-lg_o.jpg" align="left" /> http://contentstudio.com.au/Fitzroy-2 http://contentstudio.com.au/following/contentstudio.com.au/Fitzroy-2 Thu, 05 May 2011 06:03:44 +0000 content studio | architects & designers 1075007 A pool house perches on top of a residential warehouse overlooking the Fitzroy pool. The design opens up to take advantage of the light and cool breezes which reflect off the water in the summer, while closing to a protected snug during winter.<img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/2/84679/1075007/fitzroy3-2.jpg" border="0" width="308" height="400" width_o="308" height_o="400" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/2/84679/1075007/fitzroy3-2_o.jpg" align="left" /> http://contentstudio.com.au/Wharf-Building-Eden http://contentstudio.com.au/following/contentstudio.com.au/Wharf-Building-Eden Tue, 03 May 2011 12:30:56 +0000 content studio | architects & designers 1390166 Content was commissioned by the Sapphire Coast Marine Discovery Centre to masterplan the redevelopment of the wharf building at Snug Cove, Eden. The proposal looks to create a focus for visitor, recreational, and knowledge based activities in what is still a working port by using the concept of the ‘Base Camp’. The material palette and formal treatment of the buildings is in response to the industrial heritage of the site. <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/2/84679/1390166/content image 45.png" border="0" width="670" height="148" width_o="1062" height_o="235" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/2/84679/1390166/content image 45_o.png" align="left" /> <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/2/84679/1390166/content-image-46.jpg" border="0" width="600" height="400" width_o="600" height_o="400" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/2/84679/1390166/content-image-46_o.jpg" align="left" /> <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/2/84679/1390166/content-image-46sm.jpg" border="0" width="600" height="400" width_o="600" height_o="400" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/2/84679/1390166/content-image-46sm_o.jpg" align="left" /> http://contentstudio.com.au/Video http://contentstudio.com.au/following/contentstudio.com.au/Video Thu, 28 Apr 2011 21:42:30 +0000 content studio | architects & designers 1171094 The Eco-Cubby Project http://contentstudio.com.au/News-Articles http://contentstudio.com.au/following/contentstudio.com.au/News-Articles Thu, 28 Apr 2011 21:42:29 +0000 content studio | architects & designers 1135464 News July – Content are currently working with Tourism Victoria and the Department of Justice on the design of a Bushfire warning display system for regional visitor centres. June – Jo has successfully completed her Masters of Architecture at RMIT June – Content studio has won a Yarra Sustainability award for the Melbourne University ELC eco cubby project April – Content Studio have been appointed architects for a residential development in Davies St, Brunswick March – Content has moved. The studio is now at 44 Lt Napier st, Fitzroy February – Melanie Buettikofer has joined the studio as a graduate architect Articles Designing With Children An extract from an article published by ‘Artshub’ in March 2010. "They say you should never work with animals or children, as an architect you rarely get the chance but last year I had the opportunity to do the latter … " Read on › Follow us on Flickr <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/2/84679/1135464/content image 58.jpg" border="0" width="380" height="400" width_o="380" height_o="400" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/2/84679/1135464/content image 58_o.jpg" align="left" /> <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/2/84679/1135464/news01.jpg" border="0" width="300" height="213" width_o="300" height_o="213" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/2/84679/1135464/news01_o.jpg" align="left" /> <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/2/84679/1135464/news03-sm.jpg" border="0" width="300" height="200" width_o="300" height_o="200" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/2/84679/1135464/news03-sm_o.jpg" align="left" /> <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/2/84679/1135464/news02-sm.jpg" border="0" width="300" height="224" width_o="300" height_o="224" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/2/84679/1135464/news02-sm_o.jpg" align="left" /> http://contentstudio.com.au/Case-Studies http://contentstudio.com.au/following/contentstudio.com.au/Case-Studies Thu, 28 Apr 2011 21:42:27 +0000 content studio | architects & designers 1135470 MELBOURNE VISITORS CENTRE The Brief After initially working on the design of the building, 5yrs later Content was asked to: * Refurbish the look and feel of the centre and improve the working environment for staff * Increase visitation numbers * Create a dynamic and sustainable method of delivering information to tourists Our Approach Set up a master plan which allowed the centre to be refurbished over a period, without having to close, and as budgets became available. Interviewed staff and the executive of the Visitor Centre, and observed visitor behaviour both inside the Centre and within the Federation Square precinct. Key findings: poor awareness of Visitor Centre, over reliance on staff for information. The Solution Wrapped a signage band around the facade to give the MVC ownership of the building. Designed new way finding signage internally. Updated external shading systems, finishes, services , and joinery to make the space brighter, comfortable, and more welcoming. Inclusive Environment: improved access for the disabled and increased access to information for the visually impaired. Advertising: designed panels on the façade of the building to be used to promote major events. The Results Increased visitation to the Centre by 40% in the initial two months after signage was installed • Reduced pressure on staff and improved visitor satisfaction. Created a new, lucrative revenue stream for the City of Melbourne which now covers a substantial percentage of operating costs. Reduced brochure turnover by 30% since the internal refurbishment. Melbourne Visitors Centre Client: City of Melbourne Location: Federation Square Value: $450,000 Status: Ongoing Referee: Hedley Imbert, Program Manager, City of Melbourne, 9658 9521 or 0401 999137 <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/2/84679/1135470/01.jpg" border="0" width="300" height="199" width_o="300" height_o="199" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/2/84679/1135470/01_o.jpg" align="left" /> <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/2/84679/1135470/02.jpg" border="0" width="300" height="248" width_o="300" height_o="248" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/2/84679/1135470/02_o.jpg" align="left" /> <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/2/84679/1135470/03.jpg" border="0" width="300" height="220" width_o="300" height_o="220" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/2/84679/1135470/03_o.jpg" align="left" /> <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/2/84679/1135470/04.jpg" border="0" width="300" height="190" width_o="300" height_o="190" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/2/84679/1135470/04_o.jpg" align="left" /> <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/2/84679/1135470/01.jpg" border="0" width="300" height="199" width_o="300" height_o="199" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/2/84679/1135470/01_o.jpg" align="left" /> http://contentstudio.com.au/About-Mat-Foley http://contentstudio.com.au/following/contentstudio.com.au/About-Mat-Foley Thu, 28 Apr 2011 21:42:25 +0000 content studio | architects & designers 1099045 Prior to starting the practice in 2005, Mat was a design associate at Lab Architecture Studio for 7 years working on projects such as Soho Shangdu in Beijing and the interiors and initial exhibition design for NGV Museum of Australian Art at Federation Square in Melbourne. Before Lab Mat worked for Denton Corker Marshall in Singapore on commercial, retail and resort projects. Clients have included the National Gallery of Victoria, City of Melbourne, the Federal Department of Communication, Soho, ANZ, Bank of America, Lend Lease, Sheraton Hotels, Raffles Hotels, and Foxtel. Mat has run design studios in the department of architecture and design at RMIT and has also designed furniture under the marquee ‘Ball & Chain”. Mat Foley- Director Content Studio, Linkedin <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/2/84679/1099045/matfoley-09b.jpg" border="0" width="335" height="400" width_o="335" height_o="400" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/2/84679/1099045/matfoley-09b_o.jpg" align="left" /> <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/2/84679/1099045/matfoley-08.jpg" border="0" width="317" height="400" width_o="317" height_o="400" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/2/84679/1099045/matfoley-08_o.jpg" align="left" /> <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/2/84679/1099045/matfoley-06.jpg" border="0" width="600" height="400" width_o="600" height_o="400" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/2/84679/1099045/matfoley-06_o.jpg" align="left" /> <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/2/84679/1099045/matfoley-07.jpg" border="0" width="314" height="400" width_o="314" height_o="400" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/2/84679/1099045/matfoley-07_o.jpg" align="left" /> <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/2/84679/1099045/matfoley-01.jpg" border="0" width="600" height="400" width_o="600" height_o="400" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/2/84679/1099045/matfoley-01_o.jpg" align="left" /> <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/2/84679/1099045/matfoley-04.jpg" border="0" width="391" height="400" width_o="391" height_o="400" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/2/84679/1099045/matfoley-04_o.jpg" align="left" /> http://contentstudio.com.au/About-Content http://contentstudio.com.au/following/contentstudio.com.au/About-Content Thu, 28 Apr 2011 21:42:23 +0000 content studio | architects & designers 1066050 Content studio is the Melbourne based practice of architect and designer Mat Foley. Content interprets a client’s brief, aspirations and culture translating it into design for public, commercial, and residential projects. Content works seamlessly across the disciplines of architecture, interior design and spatial graphics. Observation and research into a client’s program, relationships, and site begins a discussion which leads to the process of design. Content designs a stage for the successful performance of a client’s roles and activities. Content Studio Pty Ltd 44 Lt Napier St Fitzroy 3066 Victoria, Australia mail PO Box 1372 Collingwood 3066 Victoria, Australia phone 61 3 9417 6763 email info@contentstudio.com.au <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/2/84679/1066050/news01.jpg" border="0" width="300" height="213" width_o="300" height_o="213" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/2/84679/1066050/news01_o.jpg" align="left" />