To fully understand the context, purpose and meaning of the site I thought it would be a good idea to research its history. The Story Bridge was built in the late 1930’s as a connection between Kangaroo Point and Fortitude Valley. The Howard Smith Wharves was originally established as Queensland's prime shipping port, where the two sheds that were used for this purpose still remain on site. first port. The site is also home to a one of the last intact series of air raid shelters that were used during WW2.These shelters were used in WW2 and have since been abandoned. I thought this was an interesting aspect of the site and could be used in my design concept.
The Story Bridge during construction.
One of the tunnel-type air raid shelters present on site.
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