Landscape Architecture Award

Sunset Heritage Precinct by Hassell

Aboriginal Nation

Whadjuk

Location

Dalkeith, Western Australia

Client

WA Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries

Sunset Heritage Precinct — Hassell JURY COMMENT

The refurbishment of Perth’s Sunset Heritage Precinct – once a men’s hospital – has respectfully addressed the culture of the place, with “landscapes of memory” thoughtfully revealed for the benefit of present-day patrons. The repurposed site, which had been closed to public access for decades, offers abundant green space for active and passive recreation while nestling comfortably into the surrounding bush and suburban fabric. The project illustrates restraint, design composition, consideration of existing place qualities and a respectful interpretation of cultural heritage.

Landscape architect Hassell Electrical, civil, fire, hydraulic, structural engineer and lighting consultant Jacobs Wayfinding Turner BCA/ universal access John Massey Group Irrigation LD Total Landscape contractor Phase 3 Landscape Construction Photographer Robert Frith