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August 6, 2012
Issue 1
Artist’s impression released for Lakeside Plaza redevelopment
Photo courtesy of Ben Dunnet
he artist’s impression of the proposed Lakeside Plaza redevelopment released by architectural firm, Architectus, depicts an expanded Coles Supermarket along with speciality fashion and food retailers to serve The Entrance Community.
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“Stages two and three of the development will include a residential tower and hotel tower, all on the one site that covers
some 21,000 sqm. The development has been designed by one of Australia’s leading architectural firms to reflect its seaside position and provide outstanding views of the ocean and lake. The development would also provide for substantial undercover basement parking for shoppers and visitors alike. The lofting of the towers would create an ‘Oasis’ floor protected from the sun and rain on the fourth level, providing pool facilities,
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a day spa, restaurant and bar, surrounded by a landscaped and treed roof garden environment. The position on the fourth floor of the building would offer uninterrupted views out to the lake and coast, yet would enable the roof garden to still feel part of the town. At ground level, the piazza has been designed to become the town square, providing open space and amenities, surrounded by restaurants, cafes, hospitality venues and specialist retail that would make it popular
for day and night time entertainment and relaxation. A proposed Novotel Hotel would comprise 220 plus rooms, an 800 seat conference and function centre, introducing The Entrance to thousands of visitors. Both towers would be in an elliptical shape, designed to offer 360 degree views, allowing wind to pass, avoiding the down drafts associated with more conventional designs. Lakeside Plaza proprietor Mr Bob Dunnet said “The design has been
influenced by studies from around Australia and internationally whereby best practice architectural designs have been ‘cherry picked’ and integrated into the design”. The Entrance Chamber of Commerce president Mr Wes Newman said the development was positive for The Entrance. “To get this far has been a great achievement and is very positive for The Entrance,” said Mr Newman. “We have been working closely with the owners and their representatives
for over a year now in the development of the concept for the site”, said a spokesperson for Wyong Council Media. “The recently adopted master plan for the entrance town centre was prepared in conjunction their concept.” “Council has received a planning proposal for spot rezoning of the lakeside plaza site, which is currently being assed.”
Magazine, 1 Jul 2012 Edgar Adams, Central Coast Business Review 8 Aug 2012 Wyong Wy Council Media
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