National Category Winner: Civic Project: Lansdowne Sports HubEntrantRobinson Construction Project PartnersAPL Property Blenheim Ltd (Project Manager), Arthouse Architecture (Architect/Designer), Brendan Blackmur Consulting Limited (Quantity Surveyor), Robinson Construction Limited (Construction Company), Smart Alliances Limited (Engineer) Owned ByMarlborough District Council
This multi sports pavilion has been developed with the community in mind. It forms the central hub of fields and courts that cater for a range of sports including rugby, netball, touch, softball, and beach volleyball. The design encompasses old style sport dressing rooms in the form of brickwork and exposed ground floor ceilings but incorporates modern eye-catching materials and design to bring it into the 21st century.
The first-floor interior ceiling is the standout feature for the building. Complex and interesting, it also reduces noise levels with its acoustic design. Walkways feature large glass components, providing expansive views over the neighbouring fields.
One challenge encountered was working within the confines of active rugby fields and netball courts on either side of the site. During games balls would often enter the construction zone. For safety the project team ensured a tradesperson was always on site when games were being played, including on the weekends. |
Project: Chatham Islands Office and Museum EntrantApollo Projects Project PartnersApollo Projects (Construction Company/Project Manager), GHD (Engineer), GHDWoodhead creativespaces (Architect/Designer), Peter Somerville Building (Construction Manager) Owned ByNgati Mutunga O Wharekauri Asset Holding Company Ltd
Building the Chatham Island Office and Museum posed significant challenges due to the logistics of getting materials and labour to Wharekauri, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. The sourcing or manufacturing of items in Christchurch and transportation to Timaru and then Wharekauri caused significant delays, with materials often needing to be ordered three months ahead of time.
The facility's many uses, and harsh island environment presented further challenges that Apollo carefully considered in their design. To mitigate these challenges, early construction of perimeter foundations and roof support structures provided a weather-protected space for the construction team. The use of stainless-steel fixings, single continuous lengths of roofing iron, galvanized sub-floor steel and a Surefoot foundation system with a suspended LVL timber floor on a sloping site also helped to overcome these challenges.
For protection of people and taonga, Apollo added a 30-minute fire-rated wall, humidity sensors, museum track lighting and rainwater tanks for drinking water.
The facility also serves as an Emergency Operations Centre, featuring alarm and swipe card-controlled security access, and was built to be fully accessible. Despite the challenges, the project, due to be finished mid-October, was completed by mid-December and came in under budget.
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Project: Christchurch City Fire StationEntrantCook Brothers Construction Project PartnersAPG Architects (Architect/Designer), Cook Brothers Construction (Construction Company) Owned ByFire and Emergency New Zealand
The new Christchurch City Fire station can respond to a range of emergencies across the city. It features four fire truck bays, a 20-metre-high training tower, twelve bedrooms and a range of amenities designed to make the firefighter’s lives easier.
The station is built to IL4, meaning it can withstand severe earthquakes and keep operating after them. Despite its brute strength, the station was designed to be aesthetically pleasing and fit in well to its residential neighbourhood.
The team took an innovative approach to erecting the training tower, welding it horizontally together and craning it into its final position. This eliminated the need for extended periods working at heights, creating a safer working environment for all. Building during the height of the pandemic and amidst ongoing material shortages was a challenge, but efficient planning minimised the adverse effects. |
Project: East Coast Bays Fire StationEntrantN Cole Construction Project PartnersAPG Architects (Architect/Designer), N Cole Construction (Construction Company) This new fire station was created to improve firefighter response times and cater for the increasing densification in the area. It has been designed to cater for both professional and volunteer firefighters.
The standout feature of this build is that it has been built to a IL4 standard, while seamlessly blending in with the urban environment. Its strength means it can withstand disasters and operate as a community and emergency hub. The precast panels, terracotta tile cladding and weatherboards enables it to fit in nicely with its residential surroundings.
Working throughout the numerous Covid lockdowns presented some challenges during the building process, but effective management from the project team led to best case outcomes. |
Project: Cambridge Police HubEntrantAlaska Construction Interiors Project PartnersAlaska Construction Interiors (Construction Company), Paua Architects (Architect/Designer), Tainui Group Holdings (Developer) The Cambridge Police Hub, which has just opened, is unlike any other in New Zealand. It has been designed to meet the requirements of the police force, while also being open and inviting to the local community and reflecting the cultural identity of the local iwi. The station's unique blend of materials includes brick, stone, aluminium, and Corten steel.
The project faced significant challenges, as it needed to be completed before the lease on the current station expired. Despite disruptions to the supply chain, lockdowns, and complicated building work, the team successfully completed the project within the tight time frame.
The team emphasised sourcing local materials wherever possible, to support the local economy and prioritise sustainability. The project was centred around the community, aiming to foster a sense of community ownership and pride. |
Project: Constellation Bus StationEntrantBrosnan Project PartnersBrosnan (Construction Company), WSP (Architect/Designer/Engineer) Owned ByAuckland Transport
The Constellation Bus Terminal upgrade delivered a full renovation of the existing building as well as a new northbound platform, glass passenger bridge and other relevant amenities. Despite work being carried out in a fully operational station, the contractual requirement to not impact the bus timetable was always honoured.
Design changes were made throughout the build, which significantly increased the scope of work. The project team kept the client informed of the effects of this on the budget and timeline.
Sustainability was key to this project, with unused aluminium being taken to a recycler, excavated material being given to the Northern Corridor Improvements Project, and different skip bins for alternative waste products. |