Architecture and design

119 Redfern Street wins sustainability award with ‘enoughness’

The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander knowledge centre was recognised for its adaptive reuse.

Red metal gate with the phrases "Have a good day" and "Bujari gamarruwa" partially open. Blurred person walking past on a paved path. 119 Redfern Street. Photo: Anthony Geernaert

This month, 119 Redfern Street won the adaptive reuse award at the Sustainability Awards, dedicated to acknowledging and celebrating excellence in design and architecture.

It was also shortlisted in the public building category.

We worked with Aileen Sage, Djinjama, Jean Rice and Noni Boyd to make the heritage-listed building accessible and welcoming for the community.

Sustainability is interpreted through the concept of ‘enoughness,’ a value in Aboriginal cultures, emphasising the use of existing resources and taking only what is necessary.

By revealing, respecting and reusing materials from the site, 119 Redfern provides a dedicated space for community to use.

Photo: Anthony Geernaert
Photo: Anthony Geernaert

119 Redfern Street. Image by Hamish McIntosh
119 Redfern Street. Image by Hamish McIntosh

Photo: Anthony Geernaert
Photo: Anthony Geernaert

Photo: Hamish McIntosh
Photo: Hamish McIntosh

Published 28 November 2024