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“In music theory, counterpoint is the relationship of two or more simultaneous musical lines that are harmonically interdependent yet independent in rhythm and melodic contour”

Counterpoint

Pinched amidst the industrial backdrop of Sydney Harbour, Berry Island stands out as a tranquil haven, shielded from the encroaching industrial presence of the Coal Loader and Viva Energy. The theatres serve as a subtle symbol of humans' innate impulse to imprint our presence on places, a testament to our existence and a longing for legacy that transcends time. Related to evidence of the Gadigal and Gamaragal people dwelling within the area, the theatres serve as a contemporary touchstone, to serve as a poignant reminder of humans tendency to prioritise materialistic pursuits over the significance of preservation. This illuminates our intrinsic desire to leave a mark, underscoring the interplay between human ambition and environment.

The intended purpose of the theatres is to have a profound interaction with the site, but, instead adopting a temporary existence, leaving behind memories and experiences rather than a lasting physical footprint.

The intended purpose of the theatres is to have a profound interaction with the site, but, instead adopting a temporary existence, leaving behind memories and experiences rather than a lasting physical footprint.

The theatres are draped in a semi-transparent fabric to provide an allusive theatrical play to the people of Berry Island. Appearing as organic glowing pods to contrast the mechanical nature of the surrounding infrastructure.

The theatres are draped in a semi-transparent fabric to provide an allusive theatrical play to the people of Berry Island. Appearing as organic glowing pods to contrast the mechanical nature of the surrounding infrastructure.

The structure of the project complements the temporal nature of the theatres. The theatres adopt a raw scaffold aesthetic to create a light suspended structure which can be manipulated to serve the desired layout of the theatres. It further allows for disassembly when the theatres are no longer required on the site.

The structure of the project complements the temporal nature of the theatres. The theatres adopt a raw scaffold aesthetic to create a light suspended structure which can be manipulated to serve the desired layout of the theatres. It further allows for disassembly when the theatres are no longer required on the site.

The theatres can be exhibited to the public of Berry Island, opening towards the open green space of the bay. Alongside the potential different arrangements and orientation, the sequence of arrival is unique with the interaction of tides to the structural ring.

The theatres can be exhibited to the public of Berry Island, opening towards the open green space of the bay. Alongside the potential different arrangements and orientation, the sequence of arrival is unique with the interaction of tides to the structural ring.

Once the theatres have served their purpose all that remains is the wharf to serve the public domain and the underwater structural components to serve marine life. Leaving behind memories and experiences, a counterpoint to the surrounds of Berry Bay.

Once the theatres have served their purpose all that remains is the wharf to serve the public domain and the underwater structural components to serve marine life. Leaving behind memories and experiences, a counterpoint to the surrounds of Berry Bay.