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I'm Kelsey Jean Thompson, formerly known as Kelsey Jean Sheekey. I'm an Australian by birth, with my father hailing from Melbourne, Australia, and my mother from San Diego, California. Growing up as an expat, my accent is a unique blend of the places I've lived. By the age of four, I had already lived in four different countries, each shaping who I am today. This manual is a comprehensive guide to understanding the many facets of my personality, interests, and experiences.

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Piccadilly Arcade Photo Taken by Kelsey Sheekey 24.07.24 (Week 1)

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Address: 340 Queen Street, Brisbane, QLD

Architect: Blight Rayner

Builder: Evolve Constructions

Year Built: The original structure dates back to the 1890s; the most recent refurbishment was completed in 2024.

Material: Timber, concrete, brick, metal and glass

340 Queen Street - Evolve Constructions. (2024, April 3). Evolve Constructions. https://www.evolveconstructions.com.au/project/340-queen-street/

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Dough Craft Photo Taken by Kelsey Sheekey 24.07.24 (Week 1)

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Address: 181 Mary Street, Brisbane, QLD

Architect: Conrad Gargett

Builder: Unknown

Year Built: 2024

Material: French and Italian inspired; timber, brick, metal finishes​

Edition, W. (n.d.). Doughcraft’s new inner-city expansion is a bakery, deli and aperitivo bar all in one | The Weekend Edition. The Weekend Edition | What’s on in Brisbane. https://theweekendedition.com.au/food-drink/doughcraft-brisbane-city/

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Cos Store Photo Taken by Kelsey Sheekey 24.07.24 (Week 1)

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Address: 198 Edward St, Brisbane, QLD

Architect: Thomas Adsett Architects

Builder: Unknown

Year Built: 2018

Material: Brick and Glass

Boulus, A. (2021, April 12). Unforgettable Retail Spaces | Brickworks. Brickworks. https://www.brickworks.com.au/articles/architecture/unforgettable-retail-spaces/

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The Annex Photo Taken by Christopher Frederick Jones 24.07.24 (Week 1)

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Address: 12 Creek Street, Brisbane, QLD

Architect: BVN Architecture

Builder: Broad Construction

Year Built: 2019

Material: Glass, steel, concrete​

The annex by BVN | ArchiPro AU. (n.d.). https://archipro.com.au/project/the-annex-bvn

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Ulster Lane Photo Taken by Kelsey Sheekey 24.07.24 (Week 1)

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Address: 109 Edward Street, Brisbane, QLD

Architect: Cameron & Co Architecture

Builder: Aria

Year Built: 2020 (refurbishment)

Material: Brick, timber, concrete, and steel

Projects — Cameron & Co. (n.d.). Cameron & Co. https://cameron-co.net/projects#/ulster-lane/

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Team Members:

Kelsey Sheekey - N11712945

Gavin Buchmasser - N11772905​

Alia Cvetinovic – N12015733​

Roz Grattan - N11786493​

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Site location options

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Central Plaza Annex Taken by Kelsey Sheekey 24.07.24 (Week 1)

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Week 2: Exterior Final - Central Plaza Annex

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Week 2: Exterior Final - Central Plaza Annex

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I was drawn to the central annex exterior when I first viewed it walking past Eagle Street; it represents how contemporary architecture and the domineeringly brutalist architecture in Brisbane CBD can coexist within the city. Modern materials such as corten steel and timber are part of its innovative design, yet it does not overshadow neighbouring heritage buildings or concrete on adjacent buildings; the exterior represents growth and progress within the Brisbane, with modern architecture in an already compact skyline that does not sacrifice the character or history of Brisbane.

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Ulster Lane Photo Taken by Kelsey Sheekey 24.07.24 (Week 1)

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Ulster Lane struck my interest with its large wrought iron gates at the front leading down to the contemporary laneway with a beautiful blend of greenery, which creates a private, peaceful environment, allowing an escape from the hustle and bustle of Brisbane city. It has a unique charm, with one side of the laneway being a historical brick building with contemporary and industrial elements on the facade adjacent to a concrete facade, along with the cobblestones throughout the laneway and the subtleness of landscape within this urban setting provided a quirky place within the Brisbane CBD.

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Piccadilly Arcade Photo Taken by Christopher Frederick Jones 24.07.24 (Week 1)

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Week 2: Interior Final - Piccadilly Arcade

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Week 2: Interior Final - Piccadilly Arcade

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Picadilly Arcades showcases how a once historical building can be transformed into a space that gives a new life; the Art Deco interior architecture is striking; however, one key element that I think elevated the space was that the substantial arcade skylight which flooded the interior with natural light softening all of the textures of the interior space. I chose this interior due to the blend of materials used and the historical element attached to this commercial space, which is still very prominent through the existing brick wall.

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Note: I was not at the studio, but the group sent through activities.

Group Studio notes:

Campus trail experience

empathy map

Think about the following when viewing sites:

Sound

Smell

Light/Shadow

Views

People

Vegetation/Surfaces/Art

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Note: I was not at the studio, but the group sent through activities.

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Central Plaza Annex Photo Taken by Kelsey Sheekey 24.07.24 (Week 1)

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Address: 10 Eagle Lane, Brisbane, QLD

Architect: Kurokawa Kisho (original design), Cameron & Co Architecture (redevelopment)

Builder: Various contractors, including Schiavello Construction for recent upgrades

Year Built: 1988 (original), 2019 (redevelopment)

Material: Monolithic concrete, copper-clad forms, marble, chrome, polished steel, and granite​

Central Plaza Annex - Good design. (2021, October 11). Good Design. https://good-design.org/projects/central-plaza-annex/

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Photo Taken by Kelsey Sheekey 01.08.24 (Week 2)

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Week 2: Contextual Significance - Piccadilly Arcade

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Week 2: Contextual Significance - Piccadilly Arcade

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Picadilly Arcade at 340 Queen Street is a historical gem of Brisbane showcasing the city's growth and cultural evolution. It was initially built in 1926 and opened in March 1957. It originally housed various boutique shops, including a tailor, a milliner, and a jewellery store catering to the city's more fashionable elites (Cotterell, 2024). In the 1950s, it was also the epicentre of the Brisbane Jazz scene in the Primitif Café, owned by Peter Hackworth, who was considered one of the leaders of Brisbane's hospitality industry (Hackworth, 2009). During World War II, the arcade became a lively spot for American soldiers stationed in Brisbane, contributing to its rich history of social and cultural exchanges (Feeney, 2012).

The renovation of the Piccadilly Arcade was undertaken by Evolve Constructions and designed by Blight Rayner, which was completed in early 2024 (Evolve Constructions, 2024). The renovations foster the original charm of the space and keep with the Art Deco style of the building with contemporary elements that do not take away from the history of the building.

References:

Cotterell, L. (2024, August 7). The Primitif Coffee Shop: young, hip and gorgeous in 1950s Brisbane. State Library of Queensland. https://www.slq.qld.gov.au/blog/primitif-coffee-shop-young-hip-and-gorgeous-1950s-brisbane

Evolve Constructions. (2024, August 8). Evolve Constructions. https://www.evolveconstructions.com.au/project/340-queen-street/

Feeney, K. (2012, July 2). Piece of lost Brisbane history changes hands. The Sydney Morning Herald. https://www.smh.com.au/business/companies/piece-of-lost-brisbane-history-changes-hands-20120702-21ch1.html

Hackworth, P. (2009, July). Primitif Café, Brisbane. ABC Radio, Brisbane, Australia. ABC Radio. http://mpegmedia.abc.net.au/local/brisbane/conversations/200907/r403534_1898785.mp3

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Ulster Lane Photo Taken by Toby Scott 24.07.24 (Week 2)

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Week 2: Contextual Significance - Ulster Lane

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Week 2: Contextual Significance - Ulster Lane

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Ulster Lane, located at 109 Edward Street, underwent construction in 2021 to create a small-scale pedestrian-only laneway that houses dining, retail and upper-level workspaces (Ulster Lane - Good Design, 2021). Historically, it was an underutilised space used for delivery and waste disposal for the adjacent buildings; however, it was reimagined by Cameron and Co-architecture in collaboration with Aria Group to celebrate local creativity and provide an urban space to enhance Brisbane culture in art and urban living (Development, 2019). Whilst the existing two-story brick building did not fall under formal heritage planning controls, Cameron and Co-architecture chose to preserve and utilise the bricks in their original conditions and elevate the space by introducing more modern and contemporary materials (Projects — Cameron & Co, n.d).

Ulster Lane is a prime example of how the Brisbane CBD can be revitalised and transformed into more cultural hotspots where art, history, and modern urban life intersect.

References:

Development, B. (2019, March 3). Redevelopment plans lodged by Aria for Ulster Lane in the CBD. BrisbaneDevelopment.com. https://brisbanedevelopment.com/redevelopment-plans-lodged-by-aria-for-ulster-lane-in-the-cbd/

https://origin.yourneighbourhood.com.au/ulster-lane-brisbane-city/

Projects — Cameron & Co. (n.d.). Cameron & Co. https://cameron-co.net/projects#/ulster-lane/

Ulster Lane - Good Design. (2021, October 11). Good Design. https://good-design.org/projects/ulster-lane/

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Central Plaza Annex Photo Taken by Toby Scott 24.07.24 (Week 2)

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Week 2: Contextual Significance - Central Plaza Annex

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Week 2: Contextual Significance - Central Plaza Annex

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The Central Plaza annex at 10 Eagle Lane was redeveloped in 2009 by Cameron and co-architectures as part of a broader urban renewal initiative aimed at preserving Brisbane’s historical character while accommodating contemporary needs (Central Plaza Annex - Good Design, 2021). This redevelopment aimed to transform the area from a functional service lane into a vibrant, pedestrian-friendly space that reflects the city’s evolving needs. The Annex is conjoined to the rear of Central Plaza, formally a blank facade built in 1988 by internationally renowned Japanese architect Dr. Kisha Kurokawa. Central Plaza is home to commercial office spaces and dining facilities on the ground floor (Office Space, Reimagined | Central Plaza, 2024).

Historically, Eagle Lane was a service lane, much like many others in Brisbane, primarily used for deliveries and back-of-house operations for the buildings on the main streets (Development, 2017). The construction of the Annex, now hosting a coffee shop and a restaurant, has transformed Eagle Lane into a more pedestrian-friendly area, revitalising this historically utilitarian space.

References:

Central Plaza Annex - Good design. (2021, October 11). Good Design. https://good-design.org/projects/central-plaza-annex/

Development, B. (2017, September 24). Central Plaza one Annex to get new redevelopment. BrisbaneDevelopment.com. https://brisbanedevelopment.com/central-plaza-one-annex-to-get-new-redevelopment/

Office Space, Reimagined | Central Plaza. (2024, April 16). Central Plaza. https://www.central-plaza.com/discover/

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Write down 1 thing you learnt from Owen Cafe’s lecture (minimum 50 words).

Reflect on what you learnt during the guided peer-discussion (minimum 150 words).

Reflect on how what you learnt may influence your approach to design (minimum 150 words).

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Option three is the most promising map idea. It is unique, and it’s not a direct map. However, we will place it in the order of our sites on the trail, with site one at the bottom and leading up to our final site twelve.

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Overview: This trail zigzags too much on the riverside, which would be inefficient. However, the benefit is that you can see 10 Eagle Lane in the right direction.

Drawbacks: The approach misses the opportunity to capture some sites from optimal angles, particularly those with significant architectural or historical views.

Conclusion: This route lacks a natural flow and can make it challenging to appreciate the sites thoroughly.

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Overview: The Red Map overlaps certain streets, leading to repetitive views and missed opportunities to explore more diverse parts of the CBD.

Drawbacks: The overlapping streets mean you're revisiting the same areas, which can feel redundant. This route also fails to fully showcase the Brisbane River, a vital aspect of the city's landscape, especially concerning Gavin's sites and the exterior views that Roz and Alia's sites offer.

Conclusion: Although this route covers the necessary sites, it does not maximize the trail's potential. Its repetitive nature and missed opportunities for riverside make it less ideal.

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Overview: The Blue Map avoids overlapping paths and offers a well-thought-out route that captures the sites from the best angles, including a comprehensive view of the Brisbane River.

Strengths:

Efficient Routing: The lack of overlapping streets ensures a smooth and coherent flow, allowing for a more organised and enjoyable experience.

Optimal Views: This route is designed to show the sites from their most impressive angles, including historical buildings on Charlotte Street and the scenic Brisbane River. The Blue Map allows visitors to appreciate each site's architectural beauty and historical significance fully.

Scenic Appeal: The trail includes a walk along the Brisbane River, providing a complete experience that highlights Brisbane's natural and urban landscapes.

Conclusion: The Blue Map is the most balanced and thoughtful option, offering a comprehensive and visually appealing exploration of Brisbane's CBD. It effectively combines historical depth with scenic views, making it the ideal choice for a walking tour and the video.

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Overview: The Pink Map suffers from too much overlapping and frequent changes in direction, which detracts from the overall experience.

Drawbacks: The route's disjointed nature means that it's easy to miss key perspectives of the sites. The frequent changes in direction disrupt the tour flow, making it difficult to appreciate the sites' surroundings and significance fully.

Conclusion: This option doesn't offer a cohesive or comprehensive experience. The overlapping paths and lack of a clear narrative direction make it the least favourable option.

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Corner of Alice & George Street 12.08.24 (Week 4)

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A team selfie was taken before the video of the trail started at the map's start and finish points.

Note: No studio due to Ekka Holiday.

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Ulster Lane Site Visit 12.08.24 (Week 4)

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Piccadilly Arcade Site Visit 12.08.24 (Week 4)

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Central Plaza Annex Site Visit 12.08.24 (Week 4)

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This audio recording captures the surrounding noises of the landscape site; the exposed site was quiet, with only hearing rain dropping on copper drain pipes can be heard in the background as it was a rainy day, however can hear cars passing in the background faintly the outside cafe that occupies the space was empty, so no human noises unlike other occasions when visiting the site.

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This audio recording captures the surrounding noises of the interior site; the site was quiet and calming, with no human traffic until the sliding glass door opened towards the end of the recording, and you could hear the busy street.

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This audio recording captures the surrounding noises of the exterior site ; it highlights noises from the local coffee shop under neither the annex, where you can hear people talking and the coffee machine running, construction works across the road putting away scaffolding and a delivery van dropping off supplies to the neighbouring buildings.

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We arranged the collage in the D block stairwell to show off the pre-printed photos, drawings, and polaroids. The first site visited is Gavins Interior, 40 Charlotte Street, located at the bottom of the collage, leading toward the last site visit, Alia Exterior, 71 Eagle Street, located at the top of the collage.

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The collage is arranged using pre-printed photos, drawings, and polaroids. Our team photo was taken at the trail's start point in the middle of the collage. The next step is to edit the photo taken in Photoshop and overlay our trail map and a few other features until the whole group is happy with the format and presentation of the Map/Poster.

Note: High-resolution will be used for Photoshop editing.

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Polaroids captured a team effort of assembling the collage on the stairwell of D Block.