Sprawling some 7500sqm, the hotel includes four levels, eight bars, and a 2500 person capacity rock arena. Project architect Keith Hudson said they had focused on “trying to get away from that air conditioned, sealed box” feeling typical in buildings like this, by “introducing more of a subtropical Queensland architecture.”
In keeping with this architectural design intent, Recycled Timbers were the natural choice. Premium Classic Aged Timbers were chosen specifically and used extensively throughout the development.
Timber employed included over 18,000 lineal metres of decorative timbers and over 2000 lineal metres of structural feature timbers, faithfully supporting the architects vision, while maintaining the client’s budget. Impressive design and the extensive use of recycled timbers have created a range of spaces that are comfortable, stress free, and very typically Queensland.
A central feature of the hotel is an enormous 150-year- old Fig tree. Thousands of dollars were spent saving the tree by building around the old Fig. No more impressive than from the rooftop bar where it steals the show.
- Beautiful hardwood cladding lines the ceilings in parts, accompanied by rich Spotted Gum Eco Lay flooring, creating wonderfully relaxed spaces undeniably meant for dining and enjoying the company of others.
- Feature posts and beams, crafted from redundant power poles, enhance open air spaces and continue the thoughtful use of natural elements throughout.
- Recycled Timbers K-FAB laminated timber provides beautiful robust and functional main serving bar tops and dry bars throughout the hotel.
- At every turn, Recycled Timbers’ handcrafted tables (internal, external, and coffee), all fashioned from hand selected recycled timbers with superbly rich patina and warm colour palettes, enhance the relaxed and hassle-free decor of this quintessential Queensland pub.
Timber used
Spotted Gum Eco, K-FAB laminated timber, recycled timbers
Architect
KP Architects
