Cultural Centre | Yuendumu, Northern Territory
Honoring Warlpiri Heritage through Design
Honoring Warlpiri Heritage through Design
This project envisions a Cultural Centre in Yuendumu, Northern Territory, as a sanctuary for reclaimed Warlpiri cultural artifacts and the renowned Yuendumu Doors. The design reflects the deep cultural significance of the Warlpiri people's traditions, inspired by their practice of choosing riverbanks or tree trunks as final resting places. Here, the Centre serves as a symbolic resting place for their heritage.
Sustainability and cultural sensitivity guided the design approach. The superstructure adopts a sawtooth roof form, evocative of flowing river waves, enhancing natural ventilation while harmonizing with the desert environment. Oriented to block cold winter winds from the east and harness cooling summer breezes from the south, the building offers a comfortable, energy-efficient interior.
The project includes a detailed construction documentation set and atmospheric renders, bringing the design vision to life and emphasizing its connection to place, culture, and environment.
Elevated View
Gallery Space
Yarning Space
Technical Drawings
Site Plan
Floor Plan
Elevations
Sections
Detail Drawings
Detail Section
Roof & Gutter Section
Interior Window Section
Structure Model
