 Street ViewThe original commerical building was given a cost effective update to maintain durability of finishes |  Exterior AwningThe original concrete awning was reclad in Alucobond with Salvation Army signage to clearly delineate the buildings entry point |  Exterior CrossNew exterior Crosses were designed using galvanised steel & recycled hardwood, with concealed LED strip lighting |
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 Reception CounterA modern & durable reception counter & Salvation Army signage welcomes visitors at the entry point |  Balustrade screenA screen was designed of timber, stainless steel & powdercoated steel to provide additional safety to the existing balustrade on the main stair access to the worship hall |  Worship centre Reception & HallWide corridors allow pedestrian flow at peak times, and allow people to congregate without disrupting flow |
 Worship Hall Entrythe large sliding door maximises the opening for pedestrian flow, and graphics provide privacy & identification of rooms |  Worship HallSeating was arranged to maximise viewing of the stage area within the constraints of the existing building |  Worship HallBlack painted soffit & services provide a feeling of space, and suspended plywood panels assist acoustics |
 Worship Carpet TilesCarpet tiles were custom designed to aid location of removable seating |  Worship CeilingsSuspended plywood panels combined with black painted soffits & suspended lighting |  Worship Parents RoomA parents room is separated from the worship hall by glazing, and allows parents to participate in services without concern of disruption |
 Worship Parents Room |  Accessibility & Durabilitymaintaining safe access throughtout the building was paramount, and hard wearing carpet tiles provide a comfortable & durable finish |  Commercial KitchenA commercial kitchen was provided to facilitate catering for functions |
 BathroomsExisting bathrooms were upgraded to provide bright, clean & durable spaces |  BathroomsAccesible bathroom & shower is provided for the use of both the public & occupants |  Graphics & SignageGraphics were designed to identify & provide privacy & passive surveilance of spaces |
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 Office CorridorGenerous corridors were provided to serve the office suites, maintaining a feeling of space |  Office CorridorOffice suites were delineated by coloured graphics to entry doors |  Office InteriorsA vibrant colour pallete was used throughout the office spaces |
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The Salvation Army - Auburn
2012 Building Designers Australia (NSW) Design Awards COMMENDATION - Commercial Alterations/ Additions
Designed by Jason Klumpp for Tyrrells Architects, This exciting but complex building combines a church, welfare and community services, Divisional Headquarters and three other business units. Working with a team of more than 10 consultants we fast tracked a high quality outcome for the client. There was extensive collaboration between the various Salvation Army Officers, business managers and their property team.
The design has achieved ‘people friendly’ spaces with good flow and ease of way finding while working within the existing structure and retaining existing service areas. The Worship Hall was strategically located to maximise the ceiling height, and with a wide corridor incorporated at the entry point to facilitate pedestrian flow during peak times, it allowed people to congregate without disrupting flow.
Offices are located centrally, and open plan areas around the building perimeter capitalised on natural lighting, while extensive use of operable walls allows flexibility and adaptability of spaces. A six-metre high backlit steel and distressed timber cross to both street frontages completes the structure.