Design Tasmania
Corner Brisbane St & Tamar Street, Launceston, lutruwita (Tasmania)
Photographer: Chris Crerar
Photographer: Emily Dimozantos
Photographer: Emily Dimozantos
Photographer: Chris Crerar
BOOKINGS OPEN 12 NOON, FRIDAY AUG 13, 2021
Not just for the archi-nerds, the Design Tasmania building is a true celebration of contemporary Tasmanian culture. An extension to the existing heritage listed Price Hall, this adaptive re-use and addition – designed by architects David Travalia, Richard Leplastrier and team – houses the Tasmanian Wood Design Collection. A concept envisioned by Gary Cleveland, the building intends to promote exquisite Tasmanian timbers, and an understanding of the importance of design – it does this in spades and is one of Launceston’s pride and joys!
A celebration of good design and reliable craftsmanship, this building is something that embodies all the ideals of civic pride. Come along and chat to architect David Travalia, or wander at your own pace and check out the detailed concrete gutter beam, the intricate and clever timber ceiling, the courtyard under the Chinese elm tree, along with checking out the current exhibition.
Architect: 2001 extension and refit: David Travalia, Richard Leplastrier and team
Highlights: Adaptive reuse of an existing hall with additional gallery space, timber ceilings and concrete gutter beams
Building Specs: Type: converted church and gallery space. Extension and refit: 2001
Tour Times: 10 am, 11 am, 1 pm and 2 pm
Duration: 30 – 45 minutes
General Open: 10 am – 3 pm
BOOKINGS OPEN 12 NOON, FRIDAY AUG 13, 2021
Location
Launceston
Building Types
Cultural
Retail and Offices
Architectural Period
Contemporary (2001-current)
Features
Architectural Design
History of Launceston
Sustainable Design
Accessibilities
Pram Friendly
Wheelchair Friendly
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Share your pics of your favourite places and the stories that go with them on Instagram or Facebook, using the hashtags #oh_hobart and #oh_launceston to enter this year’s photo competition. Stay tuned for a host of prizes.
![Open House Hobart and the Emerging Architects and Graduates Network (EmAGN) Tasmania @emagn_tas would like to thank everyone who kindly bid in this year's annual Sheltered [Ground] Silent Auction.
We watched the last-minute bidding war on some items (looking at your chair, @other_furniture_) with absolute glee; because, together, you helped raise over $8000 for the Hobart Women's Shelter @hobartwomensshelter. Legends. THANK YOU!!
If you missed out on an item, but you'd still like to support HWS, please head to the link in bio to make a donation. Your financial help plays a critical role in supporting service delivery and therapeutic programs, and fund strategic projects such as building long-term homes. Such programs provide opportunities for women and children to lead independent and fulfilling lives.
Finally, congratulations to those who outbid everyone else – enjoy your beautiful pieces, knowing there's a string of jealous individuals who missed out. Don't worry! We'll do it all again next year.
Image: Isabel and Elsie, prototype houses for Hobart Women's Shelter, by Christopher Clinton Architect @christopher__clinton with Core Collective Architects @core_collective | Photographer: Nina Hamilton @nina.hamilton.photo](https://openhousehobart.org/wp-content/plugins/instagram-feed/img/placeholder.png)