Leatherfield Lodge Built on a hill at Brookfield, outside Brisbane, Leatherfield Lodge is a 900 sq m complex of four guest rooms attached to the owner s residence. Designed by Bud Brannigan to exploit new guidelines for multi-residence construction in timber, it has a steel and timber structure, timber framing and plywood cladding. The linear plan was generated from a 10 by 8 metre living room anchored to the ridgeline. The lodge is oriented to capture summer breezes, winter sun and distant views towards Queensland s southern ranges. After ripping out some undistinguished additions to give good buildings airspace and create courtyards, the architects planned a versatile fitout of one and two- bedroom suites, sharing a foyer, which can be combined for three bedrooms.
Marine imagery is emphasised by uplighters, green and white glass, and stainless steel accents.
Town Hall Alterations Ballarat s Palladian Town Hall, built 1868-72 with additions in 1912, has been refurbished by Melbourne s Peter Elliott to provide a new council chamber and reception rooms, and a refit of the offices. External materials are green glass, zinc cladding, cement render and painted steel columns and fascias. Reproduction without permission is prohibited.