The Victorian Space Science Centre is one of three Innovation Projects commissioned by the State Government to support a new approach to teaching Science. The Centre is held within two spiralling wall-arms which act as noise buffers from the surrounding freeway and railway. At their centre is a soaring volume of deep indigo from which all other spaces are accessed. From its stellar apex light plays dramatically into the depths of the building. Conceptually, the building forms and their energetic convergence and divergence mirror the transformative forces of spiral galaxies. The architecture is devised through its unique spatial formation, sequencing and ambience, to support the space education program by immersing participants in a challenging world of space travel, experiments, problem solving and teamwork. An educational experience both memorable and inspirational.
Strathmore, Victoria2006
VSSEC (VicGov)