Long Reef Beach and Surf Life Saving Club Amenities

Location: Long Reef Beach, New South Wales, Australia

Client: Surf Life Saving Club and Local Council

Architect: Adriano Pupilli, Manly, NSW

Value: Confidential

Products Used: Products Used: Aqualoo, Maica

Project Overview:

The Long Reef Beach and Surf Life Saving Club amenities project aimed to provide high-quality, durable, and functional public restrooms and showers for beachgoers and club members. The design focus was on creating a seamless and hygienic environment using robust materials that could withstand the harsh coastal conditions. The project included the public amenities near Long Reef Beach as well as the Surf Life Saving Club facilities, with distinct but cohesive styles for each.

Objectives:

• Provide high-quality, durable, and hygienic restroom facilities for beachgoers and club members.
• Enhance privacy and user comfort through functional partition systems and effective layouts.
• Use materials and finishes that could withstand the coastal environment while maintaining aesthetic appeal.
• Deliver a cost-effective and efficient installation process, ensuring the amenities were ready for public use on time.

Product Selection:

1. The Aqualoo Latitude toilet & shower partition systems were chosen for the male and female public amenities due to their innovative privacy rebate feature, which ensures a higher level of personal privacy. For the Surf Life Saving Club amenities, the Aqualoo Latitude partition systems with privacy rebate were used for the toilet and shower cubicles, ensuring both functionality and privacy.
2. The Aqualoo Royal privacy panels were selected for the male bathroom urinals at both the public facilities and the Surf Life Saving Club, enhancing privacy and comfort. Paired with Maica Kabuki White, a durable and versatile material, the combination created a bright and fresh atmosphere. For the club’s urinals, Maica Maineivera Solid Whitecore was specified, further complementing the space’s modern and cohesive design.

Installation Process:

The installation of the partition systems and finishes was carried out by AqualooVIC, working closely with the project’s contractors. The installation process was planned to ensure minimal disruption to beachgoers and club activities. Detailed scheduling allowed for phased installations, ensuring public amenities were available during peak beach season. The partition systems were designed to be easy to maintain, and the installation team made sure to provide thorough training on maintenance protocols, ensuring the systems could be kept in top condition over time.

Challenges:

Coastal Environment: The harsh coastal conditions posed challenges in ensuring that the materials used could resist corrosion, moisture, and the effects of salt air. The selected products from Aqualoo and Maica were specifically chosen for their durability in such environments.

Design Aesthetics vs. Functionality: Balancing the need for functional privacy with aesthetic appeal was key. Ensuring that the partitions provided optimal privacy without compromising on the modern design elements was a challenge that was successfully met through careful product selection and design coordination.

Installation Timeline: Given the project’s high visibility and usage, maintaining the timeline to avoid delays was essential. Phased installation and coordination with local authorities and the Surf Life Saving Club ensured the timely completion of the amenities.

Outcomes:

The project successfully delivered both high-quality public and club amenities that are functional, aesthetically pleasing, and durable. The Aqualoo Latitude and Royal partition systems have provided an effective solution for privacy and hygiene, and the Maica surfaces ensure that the amenities remain visually appealing for years to come.

The Surf Life Saving Club members now have access to modern, efficient facilities, and beachgoers enjoy a comfortable and private environment. The project also contributes positively to the local community by improving the overall public amenity experience at Long Reef Beach.

Conclusion:

The Long Reef Beach and Surf Life Saving Club Amenities project demonstrates the importance of selecting the right products to meet both functional and aesthetic requirements. The use of Aqualoo Latitude and Aqualoo Royal partition systems, along with Maica’s durable surface materials, ensured that the project was both successful and sustainable in the long term. By carefully addressing challenges related to coastal conditions and user privacy, the project team created a highly functional and user-friendly space that continues to serve the needs of the public and club members.