The final concept design for the multi-million Central Coast Quarter has been selected following a design competition by the developer.
DKO and Furtado Sullivan took out the top gong in a competition run by developer St Hilliers for their design of the mixed-use precinct, which is set to be located in the heart of Gosford.
As per Architecture AU, the successful concept will see two towers set “alongside a central pavilion that will activate the area with retail and hospitality venues.”
The south tower is set to be home to approximately 100 apartments with water views and “scalloped balconies” to complement its coastal setting.
Meanwhile, the eastern tower is set to consist of 18 stories of commercial floors set above a terrace space for the public “designed to offer a flexible and accessible space designed to maximise liveability, work and leisure”.
The public space is set to feature both retail and commercial spaces, which will be connected via laneways from Baker Street to Mann Street.
Designers have also included an outdoor dining and function space within the public pavilion.
A panel of independent judges praised DKO and Furtado Sullivan’s designs for their “elegance”.
DKO Director Nicholas Bryne said the design would create a unique place for Gosford.
“This was a huge opportunity for the practice to work on a large-scale, multi-staged development in the rapidly growing Central Coast region,” Byrne said.
“We hope the series of buildings and spaces in the precinct will create a unique place for the City of Gosford, reflecting the broader landscape and respecting Country.”
The Central Coast Quarter received concept approval in August 2020 for the development, with the latest designs set to be worked into a development application to be lodged before the end of the year per the Central Coast Express Advocate.
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Images: DKO and Furtado Sullivan
By Bek Lougher
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