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

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​

Address: 109 Edward Street, Brisbane, QLD

Architect: Cameron & Co Architecture

Builder: Aria

Year Built: 2020 (refurbishment)

Material: Brick, timber, concrete, and steel

Address: 181 Mary Street, Brisbane, QLD

Architect: Conrad Gargett

Builder: Unknown

Year Built: 2024

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

Address: 198 Edward St, Brisbane, QLD

Architect: Thomas Adsett Architects

Builder: Unknown

Year Built: 2018

Material: Brick and Glass

Address: 12 Creek Street, Brisbane, QLD

Architect: BVN Architecture

Builder: Broad Construction

Year Built: 2019

Material: Glass, steel, concrete​

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.

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.

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.

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.

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).