Australian Silicon Valley
An intelligent, climate-adaptive facade system for a futuristic tech hub in Brisbane.
Year: 2021
Type: Architectural Concept
Building Type: Office Building
Client: Liral Group
Role: Concept Design, Climate Analysis, Modeling, Rendering
Tools: 3ds Max, Lumion
Status: Concept Proposal
Location: Brisbane, Australia
Context
This project redefines the architectural identity of the Australian Silicon Valley (ASV) headquarters. The goal was to transform an existing three-story office building into a technological landmark that embodies sustainability and innovation.
The Challenge
Deep floor plates and limited solar orientation required a solution that could maximize natural light while mitigating the harsh Australian sun. The client sought a "living" facade that communicated their tech-forward mission.
The Solution & Impact
I designed a parametric kinetic skin composed of adaptive aluminum modules. Driven by a solar-tracking algorithm, these rhombus-shaped elements rotate to regulate heat gain and glare dynamically. Behind this envelope, I introduced a "green buffer zone" — a vertical oasis for employees that improves the microclimate and provides a restorative break space. The result is a high-performance building envelope that functions as an interactive, energy-independent architectural system powered by rooftop PV panels.