Profile

Architecture - Interior Design - Planning

Tectura is a multi-disciplined architectural practice based in Melbourne, Australia. Established in 1991 by Serdar Baycan, the practice specialises in the design of public and private buildings that are expressive of and responsive to human needs within their cultural context, in Australia and internationally.
The practice’s focus is to collaborate with its clients and project stakeholders, as well as bring creative and technical expertise to projects, with particular attention to the application of sustainable design principles.

 


 

Areas of design expertise include:

  • healthcare and hospitals
  • education for primary, secondary and tertiary learning
  • cultural and arts projects
  • recreation facilities
  • community projects
  • aged care facilities
  • residential projects
  • commercial projects
  • urban design


The Principals, Serdar Baycan, Elizabeth Grigg and Simon Gebbie have a dedicated interest in understanding the policy background and social, cultural and operational context for its public projects. The practice also has a culture of research and innovation and consistently develops new approaches to bring successful solutions to projects.

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Portfolio

Reflecting a holistic model of care, the Wantirna Health Service meets the physical, social and spiritual needs of patients by providing 24 hour, specialised inpatient services, rehabilitation facilities and a regional health education and conference centre.

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A convergence of research, science and education, the Victorian Gene Technology Access Centre in Melbourne is a research education and study facility that brings together scientists and VCE students throughout Victoria, offering an incubator for the development of Australia’s future scientists.

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A former school building in Stawell has a renewed life as a vibrant community centre that operates a unique, integrated model for coordinated health, community services and social development programs.

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Currently in the final stages of construction the Alexandra District Hospital offers a regional integrated surgical and acute medical service, with co-located community health services and ambulance base.

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News

Integrated Health Care - Community Planning

Opening of community dental service

23 08 2011

Officially opened on April 20, the new Dental Health Clinic in Melton compliments an integrated approach to healthcare. The clinic is family-orientated and offers a professional environment in which dental students can develop as professionals while providing a much needed community service.


Wednesday 20 April 2011: Minister opens Melton Dental Health Service


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