Scientia Terrace

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Client

Monte Sant’ Angelo Mercy College

Services

Interpretation/Art

Sector

Commercial

SUPERSENSE developed a Heritage Interpretation and Wayfinding Strategy for a new Science facility at the Monte Sant' Angelo Mercy College Campus, implementing concepts outlined in the document and contributing to the site’s initial masterplan and placemaking.

The interpretation strategy enriches the connections between learning topics such as science, social enterprise, well-being, and collaboration, and integrates them with the College’s heritage, core values, and achievements. Through thoughtful integration into architecture and landscape, interpretation aims to humanise spaces and engage students and visitors with stimulating and motivational themes, creating a distinctive and memorable experience for the college community.

A standout feature is an architectural interpretation of stained glass windows, which honour the school’s religious foundation while reflecting the purpose of the new campus building. Glazed panes in the 4-level stairwell atrium showcase microscopic scientific images of organisms and cells, illuminated in the evening to enhance their impact. In the gymnasium, large-scale historical images of Monte students engaged in sports activities add a nostalgic touch.

Additionally, landscaped areas feature machined bronze inlays that highlight Mercy values and connections to Aboriginal culture. These interpretive elements collectively contribute to fostering a deeper understanding and appreciation of Monte Sant' Angelo Mercy College’s heritage and values among students, staff, and visitors alike.

Architectural collaborator

Hayball

Scientia Terrace

Signature interpretation for a learning environment

SUPERSENSE authored a Heritage Interpretation and Wayfinding Strategy for a new Science facility at the Monte Sant' Angelo Mercy College Campus, implemented concepts from that document, as well as contributing to the site’s initial masterplan.
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Heritage interpretation embedded within Monte Sant' Angelo Mercy College's open space and seating supports experiential design
A key feature is a contemporary take on the stained glass window, which reflects the religious underpinnings of the school whilst evoking the purpose of the new campus building. Glazed panes in the 4-level stairwell atrium feature microscopic scientific images of organisms and cells.
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The College atrium's stained-glass panels blend public art with interpretation strategy
Glazed panes featuring microscopic scientific images blend religious themes with modern purpose through artistic art curation and multimedia design
Upward view of varying transparencies in the façade's stained-glass interpretive artwork enhances the immersive design
Each glass interpretive panel combines different colours, textures, and symbolic meanings, inviting interactive art installation engagement
Bronze inlays in Monte Sant' Angelo Mercy College's courtyard embed significant moments of heritage interpretation
Bespoke wayfinding interpretation aligned with the school's colour scheme and rich history enhances urban activation
Historical photographs memorialising the school's rich heritage through artistic art curation
Interpretation strategy of waypoints at Monte Sant' Angelo Mercy College encourages a cultural immersion experience
Heritage interpretation of the campus embeds connections to Aboriginal culture in contemporary space through experiential design
College sporting history displayed through large printed panels, graphic design, and perforation within a multimedia context
College sporting history displayed through large printed panels of students playing sports, graphic design, and perforation within a multimedia context
SUPERSENSE authored a Heritage Interpretation and Wayfinding Strategy for a new Science facility at the Monte Sant' Angelo Mercy College Campus, implemented concepts from that document, as well as contributing to the site’s initial masterplan.
+ Read More
Heritage interpretation embedded within Monte Sant' Angelo Mercy College's open space and seating supports experiential design
A key feature is a contemporary take on the stained glass window, which reflects the religious underpinnings of the school whilst evoking the purpose of the new campus building. Glazed panes in the 4-level stairwell atrium feature microscopic scientific images of organisms and cells.
+ Read More
The College atrium's stained-glass panels blend public art with interpretation strategy
Glazed panes featuring microscopic scientific images blend religious themes with modern purpose through artistic art curation and multimedia design
Upward view of varying transparencies in the façade's stained-glass interpretive artwork enhances the immersive design
Each glass interpretive panel combines different colours, textures, and symbolic meanings, inviting interactive art installation engagement
Bronze inlays in Monte Sant' Angelo Mercy College's courtyard embed significant moments of heritage interpretation
Bespoke wayfinding interpretation aligned with the school's colour scheme and rich history enhances urban activation
Historical photographs memorialising the school's rich heritage through artistic art curation
Interpretation strategy of waypoints at Monte Sant' Angelo Mercy College encourages a cultural immersion experience
Heritage interpretation of the campus embeds connections to Aboriginal culture in contemporary space through experiential design
College sporting history displayed through large printed panels, graphic design, and perforation within a multimedia context
College sporting history displayed through large printed panels of students playing sports, graphic design, and perforation within a multimedia context

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