Earlier this month, AECOM won an Australian Institute of Architects North Queensland commendation
in Townsville for its work on the lagoon's built form, including the amenities
block, plant room, administration building, kiosk and shade structures.
The local identity played a major part in the design of the lagoon and its
buildings, which aims to reflect elements of the environment, such as the
beach, river and rainforest.
"The lagoon's built forms extend into the landscape like fingers, or
promontories, creating complete engagement between the buildings and the
landscape," says AECOM project architect, Josephine MacLeod.
"The simple forms of the pavilions create a gateway into the site, framing
the views to the lagoon, and this composition, coupled with a contemporary,
relaxed architectural aesthetic provides a unique local identity for the
precinct.
"A filigree of cantilevered roof purlins has also been integrated into the
shade structures to create distinct palm-like shade patterning, a response to
the region's tropical landscape."
Located adjacent to Mackay's Caneland Shopping Centre and overlooking the Pioneer River, the Bluewater Lagoon covers an
area equivalent to three 50m swimming pools. Source: Building Products News
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