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The Future of Art, Design and Technology at Athelstone

EXTERNAL WEST

Architectural render of the Art, Design and Technology Building by Architects Ink

“I’m most excited about the sense of inter-connectivity that I believe the building will have. It will feel like an art community works in the space. This will foster collaboration and the emergence of new ideas and methodologies.”

- Mary-Anne Hobbs, Curriculum Coordinator Cross Disciplinary Studies

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Due for completion in early 2024, the Andrea Pozzo Centre for Art, Design, and Technology at the Athelstone campus will be the new hub for future generations of creatives and design thinkers.

Demonstrating our commitment to innovation, the modern, double-storey facility will facilitate cross-curriculum collaboration and the opportunity for students to work with the latest technologies. This exciting space will further foster creative and critical thinking and empower and inspire future entrepreneurs. Our students will benefit from deep, real-world learning experiences and the freedom to explore new ways of learning.

EXHIBITION

Exhibition Space

The simple but elegant design by Architects Ink takes direction from elements of our College’s existing architecture but with a fresh and thoughtful perspective. The functional design provides flexible working spaces and clear sight lines. The building will maximise natural light and provide views of the hills and surrounding nature. Heavy consideration was given to sustainability and designers have worked mindfully to incorporate sustainable building practices.

“The new Art, Design and Technology Building for the Senior School Campus is designed to ignite innovation. Intentionally refined, the building highlights the beauty in simplicity, allowing the creativity of the students’ work to be the focal point. It celebrates art, design and technology through a contemporary yet timeless building that showcases the College’s progressive thinking.”

Marco Spinelli (Class of 1981), Director Architect, Architects Ink
CERAMIC

Clay and Ceramic Learning Area

Keep us ever evolving in Art, Design and Technology

Give today

Ambitious projects like this are only possible with the support of our community and the bold vision of our leadership team.

Your support of this project will help the College complete this state of the art precinct while continuing to look to future building projects working towards our masterplan.

Donations can be made online or by completing a donation form. No gift is too small, whatever its size, it has the potential to make a direct impact on all of our students. Donations of $2.00 and over are tax deductible. To make a donation to the Building Fund today, click here.

Donating to the arts, design and technology building is an investment in our College and a lasting legacy for you and your family. Our students will benefit for generations to come.

Building Features

Facilities Sustainability
Machinery workshop Solar panels
Art & technology plaza Rainwater catchment system
Exhibition space Natural light to all learning areas
Clay and ceramics learning area Cross ventilation
Outdoor learning space Perforated screen (façade) provides shading
Courtyard Indigenous garden
EXTERNAL SOUTH

External façade south

“The new spaces will create opportunity for improved cross-curriculum collaboration between technology and design students, where the design process and initial concept can be finalised by design students and then be engineered and produced by technology students.”

- Rob Sturgeon, Teacher of Art, Design, Digital & Information Technology

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"Integrating Industry 4.0 technologies into the building will offer a range of benefits that can enhance the learning experience for students and prepare them with a range of skills for future careers in STEM fields"

- Alex Massy Gartly, Curriculum Coordinator Information & Digital Technology

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