Te Iwitahi Whangarei Civic Centre North East at night Mark Scowen Photography 1 16x9 award x 2

Te Iwitahi Whangārei Civic Centre

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Auckland

8,330 M2

$45.0 Mil

Under Construction

TEAM Auckland

NZIA WESTERN ARCHITECTURE AWARDS 2024 - WINNER (Commercial ARCHITECTURE) ; NATIONAL COMMERCIAL AWARDS - Supreme winner, National category winner, GOLD AWARD & Value award 2024

This design evolved in response to the client's inspired brief for a vibrant and dynamic work environment for the full gamut of Council activity.

Te Iwitahi Whangarei Civic Centre Meeting Room XL Mark Scowen Photography  Intr 3x2 v3
Te Iwitahi Whangarei Civic Centre Building Atea Entry Mark Scowen Photography 7 3x2 v2
Te Iwitahi Whangarei Civic Centre Soffit Pattern Mark Scowen Photography 6 3x2 v2
Te Iwitahi Whangarei Civic Centre Atrium Lobby Mark Scowen Photography  Intr 3x2 v2
Te Iwitahi Whangarei Civic Centre Quiet Room Mark Scowen Photography  Intr 3x2 v2
Te Iwitahi Whangarei Civic Centre Central Staff Cafeteria Mark Scowen Photography  Intr 3x2 v2

The gateway project for the Whangārei Civic Centre reflects multicultural themes and Tikanga Māori; the building has a transparent exterior to demonstrate democracy in action.

After an extensive preliminary building form study, a tee form was chosen as the most efficient way to reduce the number of support columns in the building. Large floor plates spread over 4 levels are arranged around a 4-storey height atrium, which serves as an anteroom for the Council Chamber.

All spaces for publicly accessible activities and services are located on the ground floor, along with additional rooms for community and hapu use.

Up to 470 staff will work across the three upper levels, in flexible open plan clusters. Biophilic principles will enliven the workspace and the building, anchored by two open air green wall stairs, enjoys extensive views over the surrounding hills and adjoining park.

Te Iwitahi Whangarei Civic Centre Building Atea Mark Scowen Photography 2 3x2 v2
Te Iwitahi Whangarei Civic Centre Council Chamber Mark Scowen Photography 3 3x2 v2
Te Iwitahi Whangarei Civic Centre Atrium Stair Mark Scowen Photography 5 3x2 v2
Te Iwitahi Whangarei Civic Centru Lobby Mark Scowen Photography 6 3x2 v2
Te Iwitahi Whangarei Civic Centru Lobby Mark Scowen Photography 4 3x2 v2
Te Iwitahi Whangarei Civic Centre Meeting Room XL Mark Scowen Photography  Intr 3x2 v4
Te Iwitahi Whangarei Civic Centre North Elevation Mark Scowen Photography 2 3x2 v2

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