Site Analysis

Context Plan

Contours

Movement Axis

Green Space

Activity Areas

Major Transportation Routes

Typical Residential Queenslander Theme of Paddington

Paddington is historically an area synonymous with a diverse subculture and a strong identity which is celebrated and encouraged by the local individuals. Currently, Paddington is a strong focus on community residential, and I forecast that for 2030, it will remain much the same. Although it’s close proximity to the CBD, Paddington at the moment has remained somewhat of a low density residential suburb. With future population growth and the desire to live close to the CBD, I see it becoming a medium or even high density residential neighbourhood. 

The site itself is a local landmark within the suburb. The context plan show how clusters of commerce and entertainment stem around the site. Much of the commerce within Paddington is through residential homes transformed into retail storefronts. The large amount of these shops creates a driving force of local traders, with the main thoroughfare rich in history of residential storefronts and retail areas. These fundamental social and economical driving factors of the suburb make Paddington a somewhat microcosm of Brisbane city.