32 BUILDING AUSTRALIA 2014
WINNER
National Commercial/Industrial Construction Award – $20 million to $50 million
Manteena
Australian Capital Territory
Project Garangula GalleryThe Gallery is sited to follow the natural topography of the rural landscape. The building is both beautiful and functional in its scale and form. The stone
for the extensive stone walls was excavated on site, as was the earth used in the rammed earth walls. Substantial quantities of recycled timbers from
the old Hornibrook bridge in Queensland feature throughout the building. Reworking of the second hand timbers was an arduous task which required
patience and technique to achieve the required effect. Extensive use of Corten steel on the external elevations required careful preparation to produce
a consistent patina. The completed project is highly detailed and the workmanship is outstanding.