The Hobart Youth Foyer, known as Youth 2 Independence, delivered 26 inner city, self-contained apartments and support services for 16-24 year olds who are, or are at risk of, experiencing homeless. A collaborative effort between Homes Tasmania and Anglicare Tasmania, who continue onsite management of operations, the youth foyer supports young people by providing foundations for a better future.

Working with Liminal Architecture and Howarth Fisher & Associates, Era not only achieved a planning permit for the project but provided planning support from early concept designs through the condition endorsement. Key planning issues included working with existing development and occupants on the site, including reallocation of onsite parking and providing improved pedestrian access and amenity.

Project Highlights

• Award-winning design and approach that delivers interwoven support and opportunities for lifelong learning for at-risk youth.

• Provided early advice to guide design process.

• Collaborated with architect, client and other technical subconsultants.

• Advocated on behalf of the client to elected members for an approval.