Alexandra Headland Surf Life Saving Club Visual Story

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Arrival

Alexandra Headland Surf Lifesaving Club is a two-storey building with a white finish, nestled on Alexandra Parade. Drop off is available directly in front of the building and parking is available on the left and right sides, including four accessible car parking spaces. A courtesy bus is also available upon booking, allowing members to fully enjoy their visit.

From the car park, a step-free concrete pathway leads to concrete steps with handrails and further into the building via an automatic glass sliding door. For accessibility, a concrete ramp with handrails on the right side of the building provides easier access to the entrance and there are bench chairs outside the building for those waiting for the courtesy bus.

Hearing

Sounds

  1. Vehicle & traffic sounds
  2. Birds chirping
  3. Trees rustling
  4. Footsteps on concrete
  5. Distant conversations
Smell

Smells

  1. Fresh air
  2. Vehicle exhaust (occasional)
  3. Ocean breeze
  4. External weather conditions
  5. Pine trees
Touch

Feel

  1. Smooth pavement
  2. Cool breeze
  3. Warm sunlight
  4. Changing floor surfaces
  5. Excitement
Sight

Sight

  1. Parked vehicles
  2. Glass door
  3. Concrete ramp
  4. Tall residential buildings
  5. Trees & grass

Entrance

Upon entering the building, there is a reception desk to the right and a seating area to the left. Directly ahead is access to a lift. Walking forward, there is merchandise on display behind a glass cabinet, with a memorabilia display on the left and the lift to the first floor on the right. Further around to the left, through a large doorway, leads to the Bluff Bar function room and toilets.

The floor is timber, and the walls are adorned with timber elements, large murals, photos, and historical items about the Club. To the right of the reception is a timber stairwell and a fridge filled with beverages for sale. Adjacent is a flatscreen TV and an Automated Teller Machine (ATM).

Hearing

Sounds

  1. Sliding doors
  2. Passing traffic (distant)
  3. Distant music
  4. Staff directions
  5. Clinking of glasses
Smell

Smells

  1. Fresh air
  2. Cleaning products
  3. Ocean air (distant)
  4. Wood polish
  5. Controlled air environment
Touch

Feel

  1. Smooth tiles
  2. Soft carpet
  3. Cool air
  4. Changing floor surfaces
  5. Money handling (ATM)
Sight

Sight

  1. Large murals
  2. Glass cabinets
  3. Memorabilia
  4. Timber elements
  5. TV screen

Bluff Bar & Bathrooms

Moving from reception to the left leads through a doorway to the toilets. Moving inward, the first door on the left is the female toilet with five bathroom stalls, and the second door on the left is the male toilet. Directly ahead is an accessible toilet with grab rails, a mirror, and a hand basin. Moving back into the corridor, the next door on the left is the entrance to the Bluff Bar function room, accessible through an inward-opening glass door.

Continuing down a small corridor leads to a large, open area where the floor transitions from vinyl and tile to carpet. High tables and chairs are arranged with the bar on the right, the dance floor on the left and directly ahead leads to the beach.

Hearing

Sounds

  1. Background music
  2. Footsteps on timber
  3. Chatter
  4. Toilet sounds (bathroom)
  5. TV playing
Smell

Smells

  1. Liquor aroma
  2. Cleaning products
  3. Ocean breeze (distant)
  4. Controlled air environment
  5. Bathroom odours (occasional)
Touch

Feel

  1. Smooth vinyl
  2. Soft carpet
  3. Cool air
  4. Changing floor surfaces
  5. Smooth counter top
Sight

Sight

  1. Wooden accents
  2. Modern lighting
  3. Spacious bar
  4. Stage
  5. Views towards ocean

Bluff Function Room

The Bluff Function Room is located to the left of the reception, accessible via a manual inward-opening glass door next to the amenities. Inside, there is a large and open space used for functions, with multiple seating options including high tables and chairs, couches, and movable tables and chairs. High chairs are positioned near the large windows, offering views over the ocean, gardens, and parks.

The area is bright and well-lit, with a floor that transitions from vinyl to carpet. The ceiling is white, with air conditioning and slit accents. On the right is a door that leads to the Bluff Bar.

Hearing

Sounds

  1. Music
  2. Cheering
  3. Chatter
  4. TV playing
  5. Clinking glasses
Smell

Smells

  1. Fresh air
  2. Air conditioning
  3. Liquor aroma
  4. Cleaning products
  5. Food aroma
Touch

Feel

  1. Soft carpet
  2. Cool air
  3. Changing floor surfaces
  4. Breeze from windows
  5. Smooth tables
Sight

Sight

  1. Garden view
  2. Bright, natural light
  3. Timber elements
  4. Large glass window
  5. Dark carpet

Sports Bar

From reception, take either the lift or veer to the right up the timber stairs with handrails. At the top of the stairs, veer left past a vending machine on the left. Continuing to the left leads to the Lookout Bistro and directly ahead and around to the right is the Sports Bar.

Moving into the Sports Bar, along the left wall are high tables and chairs and windows with views over the beach and ocean. There are TV screens, down lights, and reflections from the water and sunshine. Moving to the right towards the bar are low-set movable tables, chairs, and couches along the windows. Large TV screens showing sports are along the wall on the right. Moving ahead is the bar, with a timber front and a range of drinks on display.

Hearing

Sounds

  1. People talking
  2. TV sports commentary
  3. Cash register beeping
  4. Scooping of ice
  5. Clinking of glasses
Smell

Smells

  1. Liquor aroma
  2. Fresh ocean air
  3. Cleaning products
  4. Air conditioning
  5. Carpet
Touch

Feel

  1. Calm & relaxed
  2. Soft carpet
  3. Close proximity to others (when busy)
  4. Changing floor surfaces
  5. Cool air conditioning
Sight

Sight

  1. Ocean view
  2. Tv screens
  3. High tables
  4. Promotional materials
  5. Timber features

Lookout Bistro

At the top of the stairs, move left along the carpet. The first entrance on the left leads into the Lookout Bistro, where the floor transitions to vinyl and timber. On the right is a reception desk for seating, and on the left is the bar with trays of glasses and staff serving drinks. In the dining room, the bar for ordering drinks is on the left, and to the right is a kids' playroom.

Directly ahead is the food ordering area; have your table number ready. There are tables, chairs, and bench seating along large open windows overlooking the ocean. Veer left past the kitchen and order station on the left and the dining area on the right. Past the cutlery and condiment station is the Lookout Bistro Function Room.

Hearing

Sounds

  1. Clinking glasses
  2. Whirr of fridges
  3. TV playing
  4. Children talking
  5. Waves crashing
Smell

Smells

  1. Food aroma
  2. Fresh sea breeze
  3. Coffee brewing
  4. Cleaning products
  5. Liquor aroma (occasional)
Touch

Feel

  1. Calm & relaxed
  2. Hungry & thirsty
  3. Anxiety (when busy)
  4. Cool air conditioning
  5. Changing floor surfaces
Sight

Sight

  1. Ocean view
  2. Wooden panel designs
  3. Large indoor plants
  4. People queueing
  5. Bright, natural light

Lookout Bistro Function Room

The Lookout Bistro Function Room adjoins the dining area, where the floor transitions from vinyl to carpet. Moving into the function space, there are long white tables with black and white chairs. The room is well-lit with windows that can be opened and closed, offering views of the street, neighbouring establishments, and pine trees.

The ceiling is white with a slat design, featuring air conditioning, recessed lights, fairy lights, and ceiling fans. TV screens are installed on the walls.

Hearing

Sounds

  1. Clinking cutlery
  2. Chatter
  3. Air conditioning hum
  4. Street & traffic sound (distant)
  5. TV playing
Smell

Smells

  1. Food aroma
  2. Fresh air from open windows
  3. Liquor aroma (occasional)
  4. Cleaning products
  5. Air conditioning
Touch

Feel

  1. Calm & relaxed
  2. Hungry & thirsty
  3. Anxiety (when busy)
  4. Cool air conditioning
  5. Changing floor surfaces
Sight

Sight

  1. Bright, natural lights
  2. TV screen
  3. People dining
  4. Tables & chairs
  5. Carpet

First Floor Amenities

At the top of the stairs, veer right. The door on the left leads to the gaming area, while moving around to the right is an ATM. Following the corridor, the toilets and baby change are on the right, and to the left is the smokers' deck. The first door on the right leads to the male toilets. The next corridor on the right leads to the ladies' toilet, and directly ahead is the accessible toilet with handrails and a slight step up to the tiles.

To the right is the baby change with a toilet, and to the left is a hand basin. In the ladies' toilet, there are hand basins and multiple bathroom stalls. Back to the corridor and moving around to the right is the men's toilet, equipped with multiple stalls and urinals.

Hearing

Sounds

  1. Toilets flushing
  2. Hand dryers
  3. Muffled voices
  4. Water running
  5. Air conditioning hum
Smell

Smells

  1. Bathroom odours (occasional)
  2. Cleaning products
  3. Air freshener
  4. Disinfectant
  5. Controlled air environment
Touch

Feel

  1. Cool tiles
  2. Changing floor surfaces
  3. Anxiety (when busy)
  4. Relief (after using the bathroom)
  5. Warm hand dryer
Sight

Sight

  1. Mosaic walls
  2. Toilets & urinals
  3. Reflections
  4. Black tiled walls
  5. Signages
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