H+H joined this project as construction had started on site, and took over as the Architect for the remainder of the works. This involved some changes to the floor planning, and overall layout of the building, with a primary focus on the interior fit out of the space. Natural timber was used as cladding and lining on both the exterior and interior, to bring warmth and texture to the spaces. Concrete floors and dark, matte finish cabinetry, along with the use of brass for door hardware and tapware were used to display a minimalist colour palette, and to create an industrial and contemporary feel. Recycled jetty timber was used to line the face of the bar, with a copper bar top as a key feature of the space.

Photos courtesy of Wauters Building Company.

Following an arson attack in 2016, H+H Architects were engaged by Realforce Pty Ltd to develop design and future use options for the old Premier Hotel, balancing substantial challenges relating the building’s deteriorated condition against new compliance requirements and the need to maximise future use flexibility. H+H Architects developed a range of different options for this historic landmark, investigation the feasibility of upgrading hotel and motel facilities against options for a new licensed function and dining venue. Negotiating with the City of Albany to ensure a positive outcome that greatly improved the aesthetic presentation of the Hotel, as well as the amenity of the rear carpark and proposed realignment of Grey Street to reinstate 2-way traffic, H+H Architects developed a concept which allowed for reconstruction of the original two-storey timber framed verandah, removal of the old motel units and first floor hotel rooms and substantial interior refurbishment to create a high quality licensed venue.

The community response to the newly completed Premier Hotel confirms the success of our strategy, which was to re-imagine the place as a vital and attractive landmark on the main street of the Albany CBD, and to maximise its amenity, outlook and future use options.

H+H Architects lead a team of specialist maritime engineering consultants, recently completing a three year project for the design, documentation and construction of the Replacement Jetty in Esperance. Extensive community consultation and stakeholder engagement was required due to the social and historic values of the original Tanker Jetty, and its longstanding contribution to the Esperance community’s sense of place.

H+H Architects were responsible for all phases of the project delivery including development of the concept design, obtaining heritage approvals, cost control, detailed design and documentation, as well as implementation of the heritage interpretation strategy, which resulted in the high quality and attention to detail that characterises the end result. H+H Architects lead the way in developing innovative and creative solutions on this challenging heritage site, achieving much needed community ‘buy-in’ at the completion of the project.

Six Degrees is a vibrant new Bar, Restaurant and Hotel on Albany's historic Stirling Terrace. The former Royal George Hotel has undergone a number of renovations over the past 100 years, and still retains its original heritage character and charm. New openings and windows were added to the facades to create a contemporary contrast to the heritage fabric, and to activate the adjoining Laneway as a beer garden and courtyard.  Large structural steel beams were cut into the 500mm thick walls, and were left exposed to highlight the structural elements and provide an industrial theme to the space.

Alterations and additions to a State Registered Heritage building to convert a workshop and Caretaker’s residence into a high end restaurant and destination Cafe. With panoramic views of the harbour and coastline, the building maximises glazing and seating in the new addition, and highlights the double volume existing shed space where the loft mezzanine was removed.

Alterations and refurbishment of a former Deli and short stay accomodation units to create a destination Cafe, Fine Food and Wine outlet together with a boutique wine bar. The bar makes reference to the existing building with exposed brick walls left untouched throughout.

Alterations and additions to a former petrol station and workshop to create a coffee roasting outlet and coffee distribution centre together with a vibrant cafe on Middleton Road.

The York Street Café project is the refurbishment of a typical York Street shop to create a 'City Style' café in the heart of Albany. The flexible layout and design enables the café to function effectively in the varying Albany climate.

The new Albany Hospital Cafe- Well Bean Cafe, was designed to operate in a pre-determined and small footprint within the Hospital. The fit out was delivered on a tight timeframe and provides a warm, welcoming and relaxing environment for visitors, staff and patients in the facility. 

The Lakehouse is a popular winery in the Denmark region, and the alterations and additions to the space allowed for expansion and increased space for production and storage, whilst minimising the impact on this iconic tourist attraction. The dining and retail areas were expanded to attract tourism, sales and dining to the existing winery. 

The Balneaire Seaside Resort is a sensitive beachside development nestled amongst the peppermint trees at the foot of Mt Adelaide near Middleton Beach. The two storey accommodation units cluster around tastefully landscaped Mediterranean style courtyards to create a calm, sophisticated holiday destination.

The Albany Waterfront Interpretation project is focussed on the site of the former Albany Town Jetty and adjacent foreshore.  The Jetty was demolished as part of the development. Our vision was to create a project with a strong community focus and ownership and one that utilised elements from the demolition of the old jetty.  To achieve this aim, in consultation with LandCorp we purposely set about assembling a team of mostly Great Southern consultants, artists and artisans that encompassed a wide range of creative skills.

The Three Anchors Restaurant involved a 'make over' of a tired beachfront restaurant and kiosk. The refurbished facility now has a bar, restaurant, kiosk, meeting room and gallery space. It also features an alfresco area that takes advantage of its unique location on Middleton Beach.