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JLC Construction

Project Partners

JLC Construction (Construction Company), JLC Construction Limited (Construction Company), LMS Drafting and Design (Architect/Designer), Mooi Design (Interior Designer/Architect), Prostruct (Structural Engineer)

Owned By

Haywood Property

Combining functionality with industrial elegance, 63 Hynds Drive is a 450-square-metre warehouse and 298-square-metre office space with a high-end interior fit out. The office showcases LMA Timber finishes, polished concrete floors, and bespoke multi-stop wall features, all enhanced by custom joinery and floor-to-ceiling glass doors that bring in natural light. Designed for optimal logistics and storage, the warehouse features large roller doors, ensuring seamless accessibility and efficiency. Close collaboration between the project team, architect, and interior designer ensured a high-quality finish while meeting budget and timeline constraints. Precision planning enabled the seamless procurement of premium materials, while digital collaboration tools facilitated efficient coordination among contractors. The result is a thoughtfully executed space that balances practicality with exceptional craftsmanship.

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Cohesive Construction Canterbury

Project Partners

Cohesive Construction Canterbury (Architect/Designer/Construction Company), ENGCO (The Engineering Company Limited) (Engineer)

The Cochranes of Canterbury project delivered a striking custom-built dealership to showcase sizeable agricultural machinery. Located on State Highway 1 in Ashburton, the building features a spacious showroom with salt-and- pepper polished concrete floors, a mezzanine, offices, purpose-built warehouse, wash bay, and service areas. A key highlight is the innovative glass door system, developed through early collaboration with suppliers to provide structural integrity and unobstructed views of the showroom floor. Cohesive Construction overcame significant challenges, including contaminated soil on the brownfield site and proximity to a dusty racecourse. Proactive planning and environmental measures minimised costs and ensured groundwater protection. Delivered on time and within budget, this landmark building combines functionality, sustainability, and aesthetic appeal to meet the client’s vision.

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Apollo Projects

Project Partners

Apollo Projects (Construction Company), ESR Australia & New Zealand (Client Representative), Gauss Ltd (Structural Engineer), Williams Architects (Architect/Designer)

Owned By

Apollo Projects

Designed to redefine large-scale logistics, the ESR Building 7 at Wiri Logistics Estate is a 22,000-square-metres dry store paired with a two-storey office space. Engineered for efficiency, the warehouse features a soaring 17.5- metre apex height, a 12,000-square-metres yard, dual 15-metre-wide canopies, and vanQuish fire sprinkler systems supported by a v600,000L backup water tank. Sustainability was a driving force behind the design, earning a Green Star 5 certification through features such as a 150kW solar panel system, rainwater harvesting, EV chargers, and acoustic ceilings for noise reduction. Delivered two weeks ahead of schedule, this project sets a new benchmark for industrial developments, seamlessly blending functionality, sustainability, and modern logistics innovation.

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Calder Stewart Construction

Project Partners

Calder Stewart Construction (Construction Company), Engenium (Structural Engineer), WSP (Architect/Designer)

Owned By

KiwiRail

Transforming Dunedin’s historic Hillside Mechanical Workshop, the KiwiRail Hillside project is designed to service locomotives and wagons. This mechanical hub includes internal tracks, servicing pits, and a traverser to streamline operations. Calder Stewart’s expertise ensured seamless delivery of the mechanical workshop, network hub, office spaces, and extensive site works while upgrading and restoring the heritage-listed Building 1820. The project overcame challenges like interfacing the new building with live rail and traverser structures, tight construction timelines tied to KiwiRail’s wagon assembly schedule, and extensive technical requirements. Innovative track installation methods were developed with fine tolerances, setting new standards for KiwiRail’s network. Calder Stewart optimised designs, utilised in-house supply chains, and met tight deadlines, delivering an exceptional facility aligned with regional development goals.

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Calder Stewart Construction

Project Partners

Calder Stewart Construction (Construction Company), Chow:Hill Architects Ltd (Architect/Designer), Engenium (Engineer)

Owned By

Tainui Group Holdings Limited

Covering 40,000-square-metres, the Kmart Distribution Centre at Ruakura Superhub is one of New Zealand’s most extensive industrial facilities. Built on a 10.1-hectare site, the $82 million project faced extreme weather, tight timelines, and supply chain disruptions. Calder Stewart navigated these challenges through robust planning, continuous water management, and a collaborative Design-Build approach that streamlined procurement, cost control, and scheduling. The facility features advanced logistics capabilities, including high-bay and narrow-aisle racking, an automated parcel delivery system, 31 receiving docks, and a fully enclosed outbound canopy. Sustainability was a key focus of the project, with solar panels generating 300kW of power, rainwater harvesting, and low-VOC materials contributing to a 4-star Green Star rating, with an ongoing target of 5 Stars. A standout aspect was the strong partnership with Tainui Group Holdings and Calder Stewart built over years that was instrumental in securing Kmart as a tenant and ensuring the project's seamless delivery.

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Macrennie Commercial Construction

Project Partners

Bluewater Project Management (Project Manager), Macrennie Commercial Construction (Construction Company), MSC Consulting Engineers (Structural Engineer), Woodhams Meikle Zhan (Architect/Designer)

Owned By

Goodman

This large-scale development comprised two warehouses with accompanying office spaces, including a 15,500- square-metre warehouse with an enclosed canopy and a 6,500-square-metre warehouse featuring a 2,000- square-metre breezeway. With early tenant access required due to lease expiry, the project was delivered through carefully coordinated staged handovers. To enhance safety and efficiency, the structural steel roofs were assembled at ground level and lifted into place using tandem cranes, which significantly accelerated installation. Achieving a Green Star 5 rating, the project incorporates key sustainability features such as rainwater reuse and solar energy systems.

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Cohesive Construction

Project Partners

Cohesive Construction (Architect/Designer), Cohesive Construction Central Otago Ltd (Construction Company), ENGCO (The Engineering Company Limited) (Civil Engineer/Structural Engineer)

Cohesive Construction successfully delivered the new Redpaths warehouse and showroom as a high-quality turnkey project, completing the build on time and within budget. The team managed the entire process, from design and groundwork to the internal fit-out, including wall linings, plumbing, and suspended ceilings. The main structure features a combination of hot and cold rolled steel portals, concrete tilt panels, and a large, cantilevered lean-to for covered loading. Standout features include schist stonework on the ground floor and refined cedar detailing around the upper-level apartment. This smooth, well-executed build reflects Cohesive Construction’s strength in delivering high-performance industrial spaces.

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iLine Construction

Project Partners

Stiles & Hooker Engineering & Architecture (Engineer), iLine Construction (Construction Company)

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Riverlea Group

This 8,000-square-metre manufacturing and office facility in Horotiu was delivered three months ahead of schedule despite tight timeframes and evolving design requirements. The facility showcases Riverlea’s proprietary Driptex roofing and Armorsteel® cladding, a 6.3-tonne gantry crane, and a refined interior fit-out featuring polished plaster finishes, a glass lift, and preserved moss walls. Sustainability was a key driver, with initiatives including a GIB recycling programme, REBRI-compliant waste management, and the use of durable, energy-efficient materials. By combining waste minimisation, resource efficiency, and forward-thinking design, the project delivers a high-performing facility that meets operational needs in an environmentally responsible manner.

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Waikato Construction Management

Project Partners

AD Construction (Construction Company), APG Architects LTD (Architect/Designer), Waikato Construction Management (Project Manager), Waikato Construction Management Limited (Construction Company)

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Waikato Asset Holdings Ltd
Waikato Asset Holdings

This project brings Roofing Industries’ operations together under one roof, delivering a manufacturing facility and office space in Te Rapa, Hamilton. The 4,910-square-metre development showcases the company’s own cladding products alongside innovative Coresteel Donobeam structural technology, cutting carbon emissions by up to 40%. This facility includes a 3,074-square-metre factory, a 1,086-square-metre coil store, and a 750-square-metre two- storey office featuring a striking mezzanine with exposed timber flooring. With futureproofing in mind, the design accommodates large truck movements and includes two 6.3-tonne gantry cranes.

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Carmody Construction

Project Partners

B H Raitt (Electrical Engineer), Bgates (Electrical Engineer), Carmody Construction Limited (Construction Company), Entire Electrical Solutions (Electrical Engineer), Petersen Construction T/A Total Span North Canterb (Architect/Designer), Security Specialists (Electrical Engineer)

The Storage Options Ravenswood project delivers a secure, adaptable, and sustainably designed storage facility that meets growing regional demand. Despite tight timeframes and budget constraints, the team achieved an efficient, high-quality outcome by integrating modular, prefabricated components, streamlining construction and minimising waste. The 32-unit facility is designed for long-term flexibility, offering dual-access options and advanced security features including key fob entry, remote-controlled alarms, 360-degree CCTV coverage, and motion-sensor lighting. Sustainability was also prioritised, with energy-efficient systems, green roofs, and carefully considered landscaping contributing to both environmental performance and visual appeal.

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Cohesive Construction Canterbury

Project Partners

Cohesive Construction Canterbury (Architect/Designer/Construction Company), ENGCO (The Engineering Company Limited) (Engineer)

The Tru Group Limited Building was delivered through a fast-tracked warehouse build and phased office fit out, meeting urgent operational needs while maintaining a cohesive and adaptable design. The team prioritised early warehouse completion to allow immediate use while concurrently designing the office spaces and navigating complex challenges including live site conditions and post-fire stability issues. Custom aluminium louvres in the company’s branding, a flexible façade designed for future rebranding, and a generous open-plan kitchen with balcony access contribute to a strong visual identity and a positive, people-focused work environment.

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Rahopara Cabra Joint Venture

Project Partners

Ashton Mitchell (Architect/Designer), MSC Consulting Engineers (Engineer), SAM Property (Client Representative/Construction Company)

The Windowmakers Building in Wainui is a standout example of adaptive reuse, transforming a former horse arena, later used as a film studio, into a fully operational window manufacturing facility. The project consolidates Windowmakers’ operations into one efficient site, complete with a cafeteria and an on-site apartment to support staff in its remote location. Delivered under a tight timeline, the project required a staged consent process and careful coordination. A 175mm floor slab was poured over a clay subgrade to support industrial operations, while late-stage changes to storage height limitations were resolved through an alternative fire engineering strategy. The result is a smart, functional space that demonstrates versatility, problem-solving, and purposeful design.