Helensvale state school library

Family Place

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Value

$1.5m

Status

Completed, 2025

Client

The Salvation Army

Helensvale state school library
Helensvale state school library

Project Info:

A second home and gathering space for local families to come together. The large open kitchen sits at the heart of the centre, anchoring a space that brings people together, surrounded by consulting rooms, areas for children’s play and learning, and spaces designed to support parents too.

A second home and gathering space for local families to come together. The large open kitchen sits at the heart of the centre, anchoring a space that brings people together, surrounded by consulting rooms, areas for children’s play and learning, and spaces designed to support parents too.

Project Info:

A second home and gathering space for local families to come together. The large open kitchen sits at the heart of the centre, anchoring a space that brings people together, surrounded by consulting rooms, areas for children’s play and learning, and spaces designed to support parents too.

Helensvale state school library
A place for everyone. A place that feels like home.
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Concept

A project we’re proud to share. Family Place feels like home because that’s exactly what it was designed to be. Inspired by the feeling of home, the design creates a safe and welcoming environment where families can gather, build connections and access support. Warm materials, open shared spaces and thoughtful planning foster comfort, belonging and a strong sense of community.

A project we’re proud to share. Family Place feels like home because that’s exactly what it was designed to be. Inspired by the feeling of home, the design creates a safe and welcoming environment where families can gather, build connections and access support. Warm materials, open shared spaces and thoughtful planning foster comfort, belonging and a strong sense of community.

CONSULTANTS

Structural and Hydraulic: Builder: Photography:

Mark Traucnieks Magnes Projects Jeff Livingston

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we acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of Country throughout Australia and their enduring connection to land, waters and community.

Our studio is located in Beechmont, on the Country of the Wangerriburra people of the Yugambeh language region. Our work extends across South East Queensland and northward — including the Countries of the Kombumerri and other Yugambeh families on the Gold Coast, the Turrbal and Yuggera peoples of Brisbane, and the Wulgurukaba and Bindal peoples of the Townsville region.

we acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of Country throughout Australia and their enduring connection to land, waters and community.