BIC Reserve

Modus Australia delivered a custom Yarra 3 toilet building for the Town of Bassendean at BIC Reserve, featuring custom pic-perf artwork celebrating local flora and fauna, vandal-resistant design, and a community notice board as part of a $200,000 federally funded reserve revitalisation.

Principal:: Modus Australia
Client:: Town of Bassendean
Product/s:: Yarra 3
Year:: 2025

BIC Reserve Amenity Upgrade – New Public Toilet Facility & Lighting Improvements

BIC Reserve serves as a vital community hub in Bassendean, hosting diverse activities including the Bassendean Markets, cultural events, and civic gatherings. The reserve features active zones adjacent to tennis courts, a memorial and reflection area honouring local war veterans, and open spaces for community engagement. The existing concrete toilet building had become worn down, non-compliant, and inadequate for the reserve's growing use. As part of a comprehensive revitalisation plan funded by a $200,000 Federal Government grant, the Town of Bassendean identified the need for modern toilet facilities to replace the outdated structure and enhance visitor experience across the reserve's distinct zones.

Challenges and Project Needs

The Town of Bassendean, working with Plan E architects, identified several key requirements for the new facility.

The building needed to reflect local identity, celebrating Bassendean's natural environment and community character through meaningful design elements. It required vandalism resistance to ensure longevity in a busy public park setting with diverse users.

The facility had to support community engagement by providing infrastructure for communicating local events and activities. Accessibility for all users was essential, ensuring the facility served families, individuals with disabilities, and elderly visitors. Finally, the design needed to integrate seamlessly with the broader reserve revitalisation, complementing new landscaping, mature tree plantings, and upgraded pathways.

BIC Reserve Toilet Building Developer | Custom Public Amenity Bassendean

Our Solution

Modus Australia worked with the Town of Bassendean to replace the old concrete building with a custom Yarra 3 toilet building that addresses both functional and aesthetic requirements. This prefabricated modular design enabled efficient installation whilst the reserve remained operational, minimising disruption to community activities.

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Celebrating Local Identity

The building's verandah features custom pic-perf panels showcasing local flora and fauna, creating a distinctive design that celebrates Bassendean's natural environment. This perforated artwork allows light and air to pass through whilst providing visual interest and a strong sense of place. A custom community notice board integrated into the building's exterior provides dedicated space for promoting local events, leisure activities, and community announcements, supporting ongoing engagement with reserve users.

Vandalism Resistance

Multiple design features enhance durability and resist vandalism. Mini-orb internal cladding with its ribbed profile resists impact damage and makes graffiti tagging difficult. Concealed cisterns within service ducts prevent deliberate damage, eliminating the risk of smashed fixtures that plague many public facilities. Through-wall sharps dispensers prevent tampering and needle access, a critical safety feature in public amenity buildings. These thoughtful details reduce maintenance costs and ensure the facility remains functional and presentable.

Accessibility and Comfort

The building includes one Universal Access Toilet and two ambulant cubicles, ensuring accessibility for all visitors including elderly users, families with young children, and individuals with disabilities. Baby change tables support families using the reserve's playgrounds and event spaces. Natural ventilation through louvres and gaps under walls creates a fresh, comfortable environment. LED lighting with motion sensors and day/night switches provides excellent visibility whilst minimising energy consumption.

An Outstanding Result

The BIC Reserve toilet facility enhances the reserve's role as a community hub. The custom pic-perf artwork creates a distinctive landmark celebrating local character, whilst the integrated notice board supports ongoing community engagement. The vandal-resistant design ensures reliable service for years to come, reducing maintenance demands and operational costs. This public amenity building demonstrates how thoughtful design can balance functionality, durability, and community identity in a single facility.