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Altus Window Systems Health Project Results

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National Category Winner: Project: Allevia Hospital Epsom – Gilgit Wing Entrant Leighs Construction Limited Project Partners Leighs Construction Ltd (Construction Company/Project Manager), RCP Ltd (Engineer) Owned By Allevia Hospitals Constructing the four-storey Gilgit Wing within a live hospital environment required careful planning and constant coordination. Positioned metres from active operating theatres and an MRI suite beneath Mt Eden, the team maintained uninterrupted clinical services throughout delivery. Early contractor involvement and co-located project teams enabled rapid, informed decision-making at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic. BIM-led coordination supported the integration of complex clinical systems, while dust, noise, and vibration controls protected sensitive hospital environments. A hybrid operating theatre was delivered and commissioned without downtime. More than 200 workers contributed to the build under rigorous infection control and safety protocols, resulting in no serious harm incidents. The completed facility enhances clinical capacity and reflects disciplined collaboration in a high-stakes healthcare setting. Judges comments Built on one of the most complex health sites in the country, the Gilgit Wing at Allevia Hospital Epsom is a standout achievement by Leighs Construction. Delivered within one of New Zealand’s oldest and largest private hospitals, the project was completed over 30 months in a tightly constrained urban setting, alongside 24-hour operating theatres, heritage requirements, and strict site limitations, all without disrupting patient care. The judges emphasised the close working partnership between the client, designers, and contractor, which helped keep this complex build moving. Just as impressive was the speed of the final result, with the first surgery taking place only six weeks after practical completion. The Gilgit Wing is a world-class facility that sets a new benchmark for healthcare construction in New Zealand.
Project: Reform Radiology Entrant Elite Built Ltd Project Partners Attainable Ltd (Quantity Surveyor), Elite Built Ltd (Construction Company), FocusPlan (Interior Designer/Architect/Project Manager), Inline Architecture (Architect/Designer), Reform Radiology (Client Representative), Romulus (Structural Engineer) Owned By Elite Built Ltd Reform Radiology transformed a former language school into a specialist imaging facility, delivered to align with the arrival of new CT equipment. The existing concrete floor came with strict weight and penetration limits, meaning services had to be carefully planned without cutting channels or adding unnecessary load. Elite Built coordinated closely with physicists, engineers, and specialist trades to meet the demanding requirements of a radiology environment. Concrete-lined rooms were constructed to safely contain radiation, while lead-lined walls and ceilings were installed with meticulous detailing to maintain shielding integrity. Major electrical upgrades and tightly integrated mechanical systems were threaded through the building without compromising structure. By reworking and retaining the existing shell, waste was reduced and programme certainty maintained. The result is a precise, high-performing clinical space delivered under significant time pressure.
Project: Beyond Radiology Hamilton Entrant Edge Interiors Project Partners ACEPT NZ (Client Representative), Edge Interiors (Construction Company/Project Manager/Quantity Surveyor), MA Studio (Architect/Designer) Owned By Beyond Radiology Beyond Radiology Hamilton was delivered on Kirikiriroa Pa, a site of deep historical significance along the Waikato River. Sensitivity to the whenua shaped the project from the outset, with early engagement guiding design decisions to minimise ground disturbance. The clinic opened with a dawn blessing led by Ngati Wairere and Tainui, acknowledging the site’s cultural heritage. Construction presented its own challenges. Excavation for the lift shaft and MRI foundations was undertaken within confined internal spaces, requiring careful staging, air quality monitoring, and strict safety controls. Midway through delivery, a second tenancy fitout was seamlessly integrated into the programme without disruption. The result is a technically precise facility delivered with genuine cultural awareness and strong collaborative execution.
Project: Endoscopy Auckland – Kipling Avenue Entrant Naylor Love Project Partners Aurecon (Civil Engineer/Electrical Engineer/Engineer/Structural Engineer), Holmes (Engineer), Jasmax (Architect/Designer), Naylor Love (Construction Company), Oculus Building Science and Facades (Engineer), RCP (Project Manager) Owned By Evolution Healthcare Vital Healthcare On a tightly constrained suburban site, Endoscopy Auckland at Kipling Avenue delivered a high-spec medical facility within a sensitive residential setting. With the building footprint occupying most of the land, detailed staging and just-in-time deliveries were essential to maintain programme certainty. A major early challenge involved redirecting century-old public waste lines dating back to 1919, while compact clinical rooms required careful coordination of services to meet strict healthcare standards. Noise-intensive works, including rock breaking, were carefully managed to minimise disruption to neighbours. Through early contractor involvement and disciplined sequencing, the project achieved a 5 Star Green Star rating and diverted more than 90% of construction waste. The completed facility enhances community healthcare while respecting its tightly held surroundings.
Project: The Rutherford Clinic 167 Thorndon Quay Entrant Focus Projects Limited Project Partners Beca (Electrical Engineer), Cubro (Interior Designer/Architect), Designgroup Stapleton Elliott (Architect/Designer), GHD NZ (Engineer), McAlpine Hussmann (Engineer), SpencerHolmes Limited (Structural Engineer), The Building Intelligence Group (Project Manager), Warren and Mahoney (Architect/Designer), WTP New Zealand Ltd (WT) (Quantity Surveyor) Owned By Kupe Properties Limited The Rutherford Clinic Bringing The Rutherford Clinic to life meant navigating a web of constraints: tight timelines, dual clients, seismic upgrades, and a heavily restricted site. Focus Projects Limited managed both the landlord’s base-build strengthening and the tenant’s specialist fit-out, aligning multiple scopes while maintaining progress and budget. A key highlight is the installation of New Zealand’s first Cubro modular glass-walled procedure rooms, requiring six months of overseas fabrication and intricate coordination. Creative solutions resolved power limitations, access challenges, and services integration, without sacrificing usable floor area or encroaching on a heritage pohutukawa. Strong collaboration, early contractor input, and agile problem-solving delivered the clinic safely and on time. This project is a standout in urban health fitouts, balancing innovation, compliance, and precision within a compact commercial setting.
Project: Kurawaka: Waipapa Entrant HRS Construction Project Partners Bryn Matin Limited (Engineer), Cosgroves now Stantec (Electrical Engineer), Health New Zealand (Client Representative), HRS Construction (Construction Company), Noordanus Architects Ltd (Architect/Designer), Powell Fenwick Consultants (Engineer/Structural Engineer), Rider Levett Bucknall (Quantity Surveyor) Owned By Health NZ Kurawaka: Waipapa transforms a former central-city police station into Canterbury’s first co-designed primary birthing unit of its kind. Developed in partnership with mana whenua, community midwives, and Health NZ, the facility embeds Te Ao Maori principles within a contemporary clinical setting. Birthing rooms are shaped with natural materials, dimmable lighting, and integrated pools, while engineered skylights introduce daylight into what was once a windowless shell. Delivery required careful management of unexpected asbestos, ageing services, and the integration of complex clinical systems within the existing structure. Early contractor involvement supported risk management and coordinated decision-making as challenges emerged. Through adaptive reuse, retained plant, and extended building life, the project delivers a culturally grounded, environmentally responsible healthcare facility designed for whanau and community.
Project: Endoscopy on Clarence Entrant Construct Limited Project Partners APG Architects (Architect/Designer), Egis NZ Limited (Structural Engineer), Innerscape Limited (Electrical Engineer), Kingstons (Quantity Surveyor) Owned By Clarence Endoscopy Limited Built boundary to boundary on a constrained central Hamilton site, Endoscopy on Clarence delivers a three-storey IL3 medical facility with no room for error. Basement parking, steep ambulance access, and proximity to neighbouring properties required careful staging and close coordination from the outset. A tailored fire engineering solution preserved the openness of the main lobby, while complex tanking works alongside sheet piling and hydro-excavation around existing services demanded precision in tight conditions. Aluminium sun-shading panels and a light-filled atrium introduce natural light deep into the building, balancing clinical performance with a calm, welcoming environment. Despite programme pressures, the project was delivered without compromising design intent, resulting in a technically rigorous facility that strengthens specialist healthcare provision in Hamilton.
Project: Tooth Fairy Dental Clinic Entrant Totara Construction Ltd Project Partners Carnachan Architecture (Architect/Designer), Totara Construction Ltd (Construction Company) Owned By Toi Moana Property Delivered under a strict deadline, the Tooth Fairy Dental Clinic required precise coordination to ensure the client could relocate on time. Deep 1800mm foundations were constructed in sandy ground, posing a key technical challenge early in the build. Totara Construction completed the full structure, fit-out, carpark, and landscaping, also managing the installation of specialised dental equipment. The interior showcases thoughtful detailing, including solid oak doors, timber screens, and sleek glass cavity sliders that add warmth and functionality to the clinical environment.
Project: Royal Terrace Clinic Entrant W Hamilton Building Limited Project Partners DKArchitecture Ltd (Architect/Designer), Electrical Design Solutions (Electrical Engineer), W Hamilton Building Limited (Construction Company) Owned By Royal Terrace Clinic Royal Terrace Clinic reimagines a restored 1950s brick and plaster home as a purpose-built surgical facility within Dunedin’s historic precinct. The design carefully balances clinical performance with a calm, residential feel, creating a setting that supports both patient comfort and operational precision. The internal layout was planned to allow smooth movement of staff, equipment, and procedures while maintaining privacy and acoustic control throughout. Window placement frames views to the town belt and nearby Olveston House, reinforcing a quiet connection to place. Sustainability guided key decisions, with original floorboards, windows, and fill materials retained wherever possible. The result is a thoughtfully delivered medical space that respects its heritage surroundings while meeting the rigorous standards of modern-day surgery.
Project: Town and Country Vets Richmond Entrant Jennian Nelson Bays Project Partners Jennian Nelson Bays LTD (Construction Company/Quantity Surveyor/Site PM), PSL LTD (Architect/Designer) Owned By Town and Country Vets Town and Country Vets Richmond is a purpose-designed, 1,400m² veterinary facility that balances high-performance construction with empathetic, animal-centred design. Built on a compact site with 7-metre tilt panels and complex service integration, the project demanded precision coordination across all trades. Its standout features include a private euthanasia room with discreet exit, cat-only consultation area, underfloor-heated kennels, and dual surgical suites. Jennian’s in-house team collaborated closely with the client from concept to completion, ensuring the build reflected every functional and emotional detail. Sustainability was embedded through a 100kW solar array, rainwater harvesting, and the use of eco-friendly materials including carpet made from recycled bottles. This innovative, thoughtfully executed clinic sets a new benchmark for veterinary care environments—combining durability, efficiency, and compassion in every detail.