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Mittagong Maltings
SUMMARY
Mittagong Maltings reimagines the Co-housing model, catering it towards younger families in order to reverse the diaspora currently faced by the Southern Highlands community. Additionally, address the slowing agricultural sector in the region through the inclusion of a farm to table produce shop that acts as an attraction point – drawing people outside of the residency into the historical Mittagong Maltings site.
PROJECT IMAGERY
FINAL WORK
The overall theme of family, agriculture and connection were used to shape the design. Leading to the concept of ‘Networks in Nature’ allowing for an interaction between the site and users through the engagement of agriculture. Functionality of space and bright coloured materials were key to make this project cater towards younger families.