Creative Spaces Pilot Program

Braemar House is a heritage property, and an arts and culture facility managed by Blue Mountains City Council’s Cultural Development Team. It forms part of the Blue Mountains Theatre and Community Hub precinct in Springwood. The historic building is home to a volunteer-run community gallery supporting Blue Mountains visual artists and three new Creative Spaces co-working studios.

Braemar House Creative Spaces are for desk-based artists, designers and producers and as a way of connecting individuals, building networks and exploring opportunities for the creative community.

PILOT PROGRAM

In October 2024, we are inviting local creative people to apply for the Braemar House Creative Spaces Pilot Program where we will be trialling co-work space usage and seeking feedback from participants to help shape a formal program in 2025. Selected participants will receive a co-working space free of charge until the end of the pilot period. Following that trial, we will formally launch the program with a fee structure from mid-2025.

To ensure a co-work environment is established, we will not be accepting ad-hoc hot-desking and meeting bookings.

AVAILABLE SPACES (images below)

• Banksia (4.42m x 4.5)
  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 and includes 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. Banksia is available as a co-work space.

• Eucalyptus (3.75m x 4.5)
  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 is available as a co-work.

• Waratah (2.95m x 4.5)
  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 a common table. It will be repainted and decorated in early 2025. Waratah is available as a private studio space.

INCLUSIONS

All selected 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 on request.

APPLICATION FORM

To apply please read and complete the Overview & Application Form. Completed forms should be submitted to culturaldevelopment@bmcc.nsw.gov.au by 11.59pm on Sunday 10 November.

Braemar House Creative Spaces Pilot Program Overview & Application Form (Word Format)

Braemar House Creative Spaces Pilot Program Overview & Application Form (Fillable PDF Format)

We welcome the opportunity to answer any questions regarding the application form or process. Tours of the studios are also available on request.