Portrait Building Project in Melbourne, Autralia by ARM Architecture
Grocon, construction group has unveiled the design for its latest project for Melbourne: a 32-storey residential tower designed by local architects Ashton Raggatt McDougall. The project is scheduled to be completed by 2014.
The façade is a symbol of Victoria’s indigenous heritage, a homage to the first Australians. The building’s façades have two distinct sides, and two distinct stories. The visage of William Barak (Beruk) the last traditional ngurungaeta (elder) of the Wurundjeri-willam Clan is transposed on to the building, representing the deep history and presence of Aboriginal nations in this land.
The cultural resonance of William Barak gazing down the civic axis of Melbourne towards the post federation Shrine of Remembrance, stands to unite the city’s modern heritage with its ancient history.
“Something like this has been a long time waiting, and I think it’s wonderful. My great-grandfather would be so proud.”
Aunty Doreen Garvey-Wandin
Wurundjeri Elder and great-granddaughter of William Barak
