Employing "softness" via flexible shading and boundaries, this Homebush centre functions as an adaptable cooling refuge and social hub, connecting the diverse community through responsive, breathable, and caring architecture.
The plans layer natural ventilation, radiant cooling, and targeted AC across floors. Spaces shift from open gathering zones to quiet rooms, forming a soft, climate-responsive environment for diverse community needs.
Parents and children play on soft green mats, surrounded by gentle light, warm timber tones, and scattered toys—an airy, cushioned space offering cool, relaxed comfort despite the heat outside.
On hot-wave nights, soft lighting, misted lawns, and the warm timber glow of the wavy roof create a calm, breezy walkway where people stroll in cool, gentle comfort.
A softly lit outdoor corridor where children run, crawl, and explore plants, while warm timber and greenery create a relaxed, layered space for families to gather and play freely.