Minderoo Group is again calling for public feedback on the latest series of architectural renders for the Indiana site at Cottesloe Beach.
In August, after a month of
community consultation, the competition narrowed to two possible new designs
for the site; Kerry Hill Architects (KHA) and Durbach Block Jaggers (DBJ).
Refitting the existing Indiana building is also an option.
KHA and DBJ were asked to
provide new architectural renders and additional supporting documentation to
expand on their proposals for the site. The architects have made improvements
to their submissions based on the judges’ feedback and the public’s
suggestions.
The new images can be viewed online or in person at a series of community consultation sessions Minderoo will be running across Perth in coming weeks.
Minderoo Group co-founder
Nicola Forrest AO said the next stage of the process is another opportunity for
the people of Western Australia to provide their vision for the future of a
well-loved location in Cottesloe Beach.
“We understand that many
West Australians are keen to have their say on the future of the Indiana site
and we are pleased with the engagement in this process so far,” Mrs Forrest
said.
“People have told us they
want to walk straight off the sand to grab something to eat with their kids.
Others want to have a drink while enjoying our famous sunset.
“We’re working with the
community and the Town of Cottesloe to provide options that showcase our
beautiful coastline and reinvigorate the area for locals and tourists alike.”
“This is the final stage of
the competition before the jury makes its decision, so we’d like to encourage
everyone to get involved and tell us what they think.”
Both of the new designs
include swimming pools, improved public facilities and a host of hospitality
offerings. Given the design and positioning of the existing building, the
amenity provided by a refit would be limited.
The competition jury, led by
renowned WA architect Geoffrey London, will meet in October to consider the new
information provided by the finalists. A decision on the future of the site
will be announced next month.
Minderoo Group will then begin work on the planning process with the Town of Cottesloe. This will involve further community consultation.
Please note that as of 13 May 2020, Minderoo Group formally changed its name to Tattarang.
