Creative Spaces Pilot Program
Introduction
Braemar House is an arts and culture facility managed by Blue Mountains City Council’s Cultural Development Department and part of the Blue Mountains Theatre and Community Hub precinct.
The historic building is home to a volunteer-run community gallery and three Creative Spaces co-working studios that will eventually be available to hire by creative industry or arts and culture professionals.
Creative Spaces is all about creating dynamic professional spaces for creative industry or arts and culture professionals, connecting individuals, building networks and exploring opportunities for showcasing the outputs of the creative community.
Pilot program
From September 2024, we are inviting people to express their interest in joining the Braemar House Creative Spaces Pilot Program where we will be trialling co-work space usage and seeking feedback from participants to help inform a formal program.
Co-work space usage will be for one month, three months or until the end of the pilot period and be free of charge.
From mid-2025, we will formally launch the program with a fee structure.
Available spaces are detailed below.
Inclusions
All occupants will have access to:
- high-speed internet;
- basic stationery supplies;
- kitchenette with mini fridge, hot water system, snacks, tea and coffee; and
- a unisex bathroom.
All rooms are fitted with air-conditioning and accessed via the heritage hallway shared with the gallery. Pin boards and white boards are available.
To apply please read and complete this Overview & Expression of Interest Form. Completed EOIs should be submitted to culturaldevelopment@bmcc.nsw.gov.au We also welcome the opportunity to answer any questions regarding the EOI document or process. Tours of the studios are also available on request.
Available spaces
This room is situated at the front of Braemar House with a view onto the verandah and sculpture garden. It is the largest of the rooms includes a three desk spaces and a common table and armchair. The room is flooded with natural light, features a heritage fireplace, and has been freshly painted and decorated.
This room has views onto the Blue Mountains Theatre and Community Hub forecourt. It is the mid-sized room and includes two desk spaces and a common armchair. The room is flooded with natural light, features a heritage fireplace, and has been freshly painted and decorated.
Banksia (4.42m x 4.5m)
This room is situated at the front of Braemar House with a view onto the verandah and sculpture garden. It is the largest of the rooms includes a three desk spaces and a common table and armchair. The room is flooded with natural light, features a heritage fireplace, and has been freshly painted and decorated.
Waratah (TBC x 4.5m)
This room has views onto the Blue Mountains Theatre and Community Hub forecourt. It is the mid-sized room and includes two desk spaces and a common armchair. The room is flooded with natural light, features a heritage fireplace, and has been freshly painted and decorated.
Eucalyptus (2.94m x 4.5m)
This room has views onto the Blue Mountains Theatre and Community Hub forecourt. It is the smallest room and includes four desks currently configured into one common table. It will be repainted and decorated in January 2025.
