Ecosciences Precinct

Brisbane, Meanjin, Queensland

This environmentally sensitive project for the University of Queensland involved the construction of a boardwalk around the lake at the St Lucia campus and to preserve the fauna habitats whilst providing for pedestrian access and recreation. The Lakeside Walk includes an elevated timber boardwalk through a bird breeding area, shelters, seating, drinking, lighting and security facilities. The project took special care to design the facility to standards for access by people with disabilities.

A second phase to this Project enabled the construction of an elevated boardwalk traversing over the lake features a sweeping curved form providing a intimate connection to the lake’s ecology with a series of sandstone seating walls and a focal timber and steel portal structure to the eastern edge of the lake. The boardwalk also provides a link to the Conifer Knoll Carpark and connections to General Purpose South, Sir James Foots Building and the Faculty of Engineering, Physical Sciences and Architecture.\

  • Environmental Stewardship:

    Elevated timber boardwalks were carefully designed to protect bird breeding zones and existing fauna habitats, minimising ground disturbance and integrating seamlessly with the lake’s ecology.

    Accessibility + Inclusion:

    The design meets universal access standards, ensuring people of all abilities can enjoy the lakeside environment.

    Experiential Journey:

    The boardwalk’s sweeping curves provide an intimate engagement with the landscape. A series of sandstone seating walls and a sculptural timber-and-steel portal offer moments of pause and reflection.

    Campus Connectivity:

    The boardwalk links the Conifer Knoll Carpark to key academic buildings including General Purpose South, Sir James Foots Building and the Faculty of Engineering, Physical Sciences and Architecture.

    Amenities:

    Shelters, seating, drinking fountains, lighting, and security features enhance comfort and safety along the walk.

  • Commendation in the Australian Institute of Landscape Architects Award Program 2007

Client
University of Queensland

Completed
2007

Key Personnel
Beth Wilson, John Harrison

Traditional Custodians of the Land
Turrbul Yuggera Nation

Photography
Christopher Frederick Jones

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