A boutique hotel was to be designed in an existing heritage building on Cockatoo Island. All external and as much internal fabric as possible was to be kept.

The concept Outre came from a photograph by Olive Cotton. For me it represented rebellion, individuality and fun.

OutrÈ then became weekend accommodation for risk takers, trend setters and rule breakers.

In a location that is a home to the arts, Outre will give guests the opportunity to create and live in their own masterpiece.

The furniture in both the communal and private areas is designed so it is stacked upon arrival inviting guests to beak it apart and arrange the pieces in the space however they please.

The hotel is a sensory experience. The spaces within it can either inspire or disturb. The noise of furniture being moved around can be uncomfortable but can also give an auditory trigger for freedom and movement.