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Toi MAHARA, Modesty and Verve by mark southcombe featured in 2024 issue 4 of Architecture New Zealand, and online at ArchitectureNow in case you missed it. "Toi Mahara really has come of age, remembering its roots, standing its ground and re-imaging a visionary future." link: https://lnkd.in/gBwKZWx5 Toi MAHARA Kāpiti Coast District Council Consultant Team: The Building Intelligence Group (project management) Dunning Thornton (structural engineer) 335_NZ (building services engineer) Holmes Fire (fire engineer) RLB (quantity surveyor) Boffa Miskell Limited (landscape architect) Catherine Griffiths (brand & graphic design) Crowe Construction (main contractor) Artists: Chris Gerritzen, Tracey Morgan and Jenny Shearer Photographer Andy Spain #athfieldarchitects #architecturenz

Toi MAHARA – Public Architecture Award Winner Te Kāhui Whaihanga NZ Institute of Architects Wellington Architecture Awards “The reworking of the original Waikanae Library building, designed in 1976 by Gabites, Alington & Edmondson, transforms it into a home for the gallery and archive, creating a cultural cornerstone that anchors Mahara Place. A series of architectural interventions deliver a new identity and acknowledge the geographic and cultural location. Central to the scheme’s success is a series of flexible spaces within a compact footprint. Despite its modest size, versatility allows the gallery to operate as a dynamic hub. The renovation supports operational cost efficiency, recognising the importance of financial sustainability for a small organisation. This thoughtful redesign not only revitalises the gallery, but also anticipates the rejuvenation of Waikanae’s civic heart, positioning it as a catalyst for urban revival.” – Award Citation. Read more on Architecture Now & Te Kāhui Whaihanga NZ Institute of Architects: https://lnkd.in/gsibrJYQ! https://lnkd.in/g27g6uXz Beginning in 2018 as a design competition, we have been thrilled to see this design progress into completion and being enjoyed by the Waikanae community. Congratulations to our design team, clients and project partners! Additional congratulations are due to Crowe Construction & Associates for receiving a Gold Award for Toi MAHARA in the Built Tourism and Leisure category at the Master Builders New Zealand Commercial Project Awards which took place last Friday. Toi MAHARA @kapiticoastdistrictcouncil Consultant Team: The Building Intelligence Group (project management) Dunning Thornton Consultants (structural engineer) 335_NZ (building services engineer) Holmes Fire (fire engineer) RLB (quantity surveyor) Boffa Miskell Limited (landscape architect) Catherine Griffiths (brand & graphic design) Crowe Construction (main contractor) Artists: Chris Gerritzen, Tracey Morgan and Jenny Shearer Photographer Andy Spain #localarchitectureawards2024 #athfieldarchitects #architecturenz

Kaipātiki Project EcoHub – Public Architecture Award Winner Te Kāhui Whaihanga NZ Institute of Architects Auckland Architecture Awards “Evocative of the welcoming and democratic refuge of a sophisticated tramping hut, this red beacon serves as a flexible office, classroom and community gathering space. Nestled into a rich and plentiful landscape, the modest form belies the complexity of thought underpinning the design and construction, which incorporates five of the seven Living Building Challenge Petals. This treasured and thriving space speaks with authenticity to the environmental imperatives of the community it serves.” – Award Citation. You can read more on Architecture Now https://lnkd.in/gGDy8_WV Beginning in 2017 as a “Council Renewal” project to replace a 1970’s former kindergarten that the Kaipatiki Project had occupied for almost 20 years, it has been incredibly gratifying to design this purpose built community hub Environment Centre for anchor tenant the Kaipatiki Project. Congratulations to our design team, clients and project partners! Auckland Council Kaipātiki Project Consultant Team: Enovate Ltd (Structural Engineers), eCubed Building Workshop (Environmental Sustainable Design, Mechanical, Electrical and Hydraulic Engineering), GWE (Civils and Stormwater), Crossfire (Fire Engineering), and, Carl Pickens (Landscape Architecture), with support from Barnes Beagley Doherr (Quantity Surveyors); Built by ASPEC Construction and their subcontractors; and Delivered by Auckland Council Parks and Community Facilities – all for the Kaipātiki Project EcoHub. Anchor Tennant: Kaipātiki Project Photographer - David St George

Massey Innovation Complex – Education Award Winner Te Kāhui Whaihanga NZ Institute of Architects Auckland Architecture Awards “Envisioned as a multi-disciplinary learning and research facility, this is the culmination of a long-term plan to relocate the Massey science community into purpose-built, state-of-the-art facilities. The strategically sited ‘Lab Box’ defines a new gateway and plaza. Following the existing contours of the campus, a strategy of internal and external terraces promotes connectivity within and to other buildings. Mass timber columns and floor and ceiling elements exude a warmth and tactile quality that permeates the circulation and collaborative zones. The philosophy of vertical integration is promoted with breakout areas incorporated into stairways and display windows to the laboratories, where steel and concrete were chosen for their control of vibration in these critical spaces. The result is a highly ambitious, successful and intensive programme in an energising and inspiring building.” – Award Citation. You can read more on Architecture Now https://lnkd.in/gGDy8_WV Congratulations go to our design team, clients and project partners! Massey University Consultant Team: • Specialist Lab Designer: L2D Architects • Structural Engineer: Holmes Structure • Electrical Engineer: NDY • Quantity Surveyor: RLB • Fire Engineer: Holmes Fire • Acoustic Engineer: Marshal Day • Façade Engineer: Mott MacDonald • Traffic Engineer: TCP • Landscape Architect: Boffa Miskell Limited • Dangerous Goods Consultant: ChemSafety • Marine Lab Specialist: Aquahort • Main Contractor: Southbase Group • Mechanical Engineer (Design-Build): Aquaheat NZ • Hydraulic Engineer (Design-Build): DL Good • Cultural Engagement Consultants: Māpuna Consultants • Mana Whenua Artist: Bernard Makoare Photographer David St George

Ōwairaka House – Housing Award Winner Te Kāhui Whaihanga NZ Institute of Architects Auckland Architecture Awards "This is a response to the realities of multigenerational living, downsizing and the desire to stay connected to a beloved family property. Where the suburbs are increasingly intensifying, the client’s brief was for “neighbourly infill”. – Award Citation. You can read more on Architecture Now https://lnkd.in/gGDy8_WV and Stuff https://lnkd.in/gXsaqufx This project was a joy to work on and it was fantastic to celebrate this recognition with our clients. Congratulations to our design team, clients and project partners! Photographer Patrick Reynolds #localarchitectureawards2024 #athfieldarchitects #architecturenz

Hayman Park Playground: Playtower & Kiosk - Planning & Urban Design Award Winner Te Kāhui Whaihanga NZ Institute of Architects Auckland Architecture Awards By Athfield Architects and Wraight + Associates Ltd We have been thrilled to see this project fully come to completion and being enjoyed by the Manukau community, from beginning as a design competition in 2010 Phase 1 was completed in 2019 and Phase 2 in 2023. Congratulations to our design team, clients and project partners! “Acting as an urban marker that’s visible from the city centre, the vertical arrangement is striking and inherently playful. At any one time it resembles a tower, a castle or a tree house. The parents’ stair winding up through the centre doesn’t dominate and the sense of adventure and opportunities to climb up the levels or cross between towers have been cleverly integrated. Safety and adventure are counterbalanced. The mix of colourful, tactile materials and the diverse scale of play elements in the tower and adjacent landscape offer accessibility to all ages.” – Award Citation. You can read more on Architecture Now here: https://lnkd.in/gGDy8_WV Client partners: Eke Panuku Development Auckland , Mana Whenua o Tāmaki Makaurau, Auckland Council Project Team and Collaborators: ARTIST: Amiria Puia-Taylor STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING: Enovate Ltd (Tower); Aireys (Tower Play Equipment); Structure Design (Kiosk) CIVIL ENGINEERING: CLC Consulting PROJECT MANAGEMENT: ATC (Phase 1); Bluewater (Phase 2) LIGHTING, ELECTRICAL, HYDRAULICS: eCubed Building Workshop PLAY SPECIALIST: Park Central (Tina Dyer) PLAY EQUIPMENT: Playground People Ltd CPTED SPECIALIST: Frank Stoks ARBORIST: ArbEco QUANTITY SURVEYOR: Maltbys (Phase 1); DVQS (Phase 2); PUMP TRACK SPECIALIST: Velo Solutions KEY CONTRACTORS PHASE 1: John Fillmore Contracting (JFC) & Cassidy Construction PHASE 2: HEB Construction Photographer Image 1: Eke Panuku Development Auckland Image 2: Lewis Ferris https://lnkd.in/ggs-Zf6C

On-site erection of The Court Theatre’s engineered timber foyer structure is now complete. Designed in collaboration with Haworth Tompkins and Ruamoko Solutions, the foyer celebrates the use of timber structures bringing with it a rich and inviting warmth to the front door of this new theatre. Keep up to date with this project by signing up to the Christchurch Performing Arts Precinct newsletter here: https://lnkd.in/gR9Mmg-j Christchurch City Council, The Court Theatre, Hawkins, Charcoalblue, KOBE CONSTRUCTION Image: Christchurch City Council #athfieldarchitects #architecturenz

2023 New Zealand Architecture Awards Winner - Commercial Architecture Site 9 Kumutoto Thank you to this year’s Jury we thoroughly enjoyed your site visit and are thrilled to receive a New Zealand Architecture Award on top of the Wellington Regional Award for Site 9 Kumutoto.  A complex site and rewarding project, joining neighbouring Site 10 as a central landmark in Wellington on the intersection between city, port, and waterfront.  We would like to acknowledge the work that Ath and the team (Penny Allen, Megan Wraight, Stuart Niven, Chris McDonald and Graeme Mcindoe) started in 1997 on the Lambton Harbour Masterplan, so much of which has now been realised 26 years later. Congratulations and thank you to Willis Bond, our design team and project partners! AAL Design team: John Hardwick-Smith, André Bishop, Martijn van der Tol, Solange Thorp, Nalani Gloor, Karly Houston and Katy Gibb Structural Engineer: Dunning Thornton  Consultants Services Engineer: Cora, WSP Opus  Fire Engineer: Holmes  Acoustic Engineer: Marshal Day  Main Contractor: LT McGuinness Ltd. Photography Simon Devitt Learn more on the project here: https://lnkd.in/gPCNyTta Te Kāhui Whaihanga NZ Institute of Architects #nzarchitectureawards2023 #athfieldarchitects #architecturenz

Architecture is a slow game - especially when under construction - so it’s nice to take a be asked by Property Council New Zealand to step back and assist with sharing what we are creating for The Court Theatre this Tuesday. https://lnkd.in/gpMjXY_n The Court Theatre Christchurch City Council Athfield Architects Ltd Haworth Tompkins Hawkins Ruamoko Solutions

Te Rau Karamu Marae has been awarded the New Zealand Specialty Timber Award at the 2023 Timber Design Awards for the innovative use of tōtara! This category celebrates innovative use of New Zealand grown timbers that takes advantage of the unique properties of the species. Podocarpus tōtara was used in multiple areas including the tomokanga, maihi, amo, cladding rainscreen, doors, windows, rau artwork to interior side walls and the pakiaka artwork on rear wall. The maihi is the largest of these – 20 x 1.2 metres and constructed of glue laminated tōtara lamellas fabricated by Techlam and CNC carved by Te Kahui Toi. A joint submission by Te Kāhui Toi, the artist/designer collective and Athfield Architects, we were thrilled to attend the awards gala to with Stuart Foster and Kura Puke from Massey University and Te Kāhui Toi to celebrate this acknowledgement for the project. Congratulations to Te Kāhui Toi, the project team, our project partners and all of the 2023 NZ Timber Design Awards finalists. Learn more about this project and view all the winners on Timber Unlimited here: https://lnkd.in/gp4Mt_VX Entered by: Te Kāhui Toi and Athfield Architects on behalf of the project team; Ngataiharuru Taepa, Kura Puke, Hemi Macgregor, Saffronn Te Ratana, Stuart Foster, Wi Taepa, Israel Birch, Robert Jahnke, Maihi Potaka and Te Kāhui Toi, John Hardwick-Smith, Nick Mouat, Ari Stevens Tohunga and experts: Te Huirangi Waikerepuru, Mereiwa Broughton, Inahaa Te Urutahi Waikerepuru, Kura Moeahu, Te Ngaruru Wineera. Mana whenua: Morrie Love, Kura Moeahu, Te Atiawa, Taranaki Whanui. Specialist timber fabricators: Te Kāhui Toi, Techlam NZ, Nelson Pine. Structural Engineers: @Sylvester Clarke, Clendon Burns & Park Ltd Massey University Photography by; Jeff McEwan