Formardå designed and documented this industrial function space in Fortitude Valley, converting an existing industrial shell into a versatile commercial venue suited to a range of functions and events. The project involved full building design, drafting, and both Development Approval (DA) and Building Approval (BA) documentation, guiding the space from concept through to construction-ready drawings.

The Brief

The client wanted a raw, industrial-style shell transformed into a functional, flexible space capable of hosting a variety of commercial functions and events, while retaining the character and warehouse feel that made the original building appealing in the first place.

The Approach

Converting an existing industrial shell brought its own set of design and compliance challenges — working within the constraints of the original structure while meeting current building code and commercial use requirements. Formardå managed this process end-to-end, from initial concept design through to the full suite of documentation required for both planning and building approval, coordinating with consultants where required to keep the project moving through Brisbane City Council's assessment process.

The Result

The finished design delivers a versatile, efficient function space that makes the most of the building's existing industrial character, giving the client a venue that works for a range of commercial and event uses in one of Brisbane's most distinctive inner-city precincts.