dab510ap: Folie Submission

For this project I observed the site of Howard Smith Wharf and after analysing the condition I reasoned that the materials and simple forms of my Folie should be inspired by the context of the site. These can be seen more predominantly in the wooden materials inspired by the striking appearance of the interior of the wharf sheds, as well as the use of galvanised steel to represent a relationship with the Story Bridge.

The concept has been thought out to create a usable space for as little as one person to experience the unique sensations that this site offers to the user. The tectonics of this project were designed to create a space to pause on the journey from the City to New Farm. The aspect of the river, from underneath the bridge with a back drop of cliffs and the CBD creates a wonderful excuse to pause on your journey.

The recognition of the top flood heights is a link between the Folie and its context. It connects to Howard Smith Wharves through resilience and is a monument to what has beaten the floods in the past. From this the Folie also aims to connect to the user though the use of height, the higher up the structure a person travels, the more they understand just how high and devastating the floods were.
The design qualities used in this structure come from very sound design principles. These include tension, heaviness, and just like the wharves themselves, a lasting impression that this structure will not be washed away. The shape and uniqueness of the design is an interesting way of viewing the world, hopefully to challenge with viewer opinion of structure, as well as making them aware of where they really are in Brisbane, and how they can relate to it.