By Novak + Middleton
This project is located on the fringe of the Wellington CBD, at the interface between low rise commercial development and the residential character of Te Aro. The site acts as a transition between the central city and its surrounding residential properties.
The development consists of 100 apartments contained in four separate buildings. Individual spaces are orientated around a large centrally located courtyard, creating a communal space that is used to facilitate interaction and allow a sense of community to develop within the complex. The overall design of the development provides a strong contribution to its immediate and wider context.
Articulation of the building’s façade through use of cantilevered decks, expressed fins and strong shadow lines modulate the overall size and shape of the building envelope acting to reduce its visual scale. Through innovative design and the use of a range of materials the built form is seen as a series of individual elements rather than as a single whole.
Novak+Middleton were engaged to deliver the project from conception through to completion, leading the design team and coordinating all aspects of the project throughout.
Novak+Middleton is an NZIA award-winning architectural practice. We specialise in creating innovative and quality architecture, offering a comprehensive personalised service to our clients. The thirty year working relationship of the practice directors has grounded Novak+Middleton with extensive experience in all aspects of residential and commercial architecture, including large scale multi-unit housing, new homes, additions and alterations, and interior architectural design.
As an architectural practice we believe the strength of good design stems from a sensible and honest use of materials and space, combined together with a thorough understanding of a client's objectives. These can then be integrated in a contemporary manner that is appropriate to each individual client.
Our team has considerable experience, offering design and technical excellence. Our professional service covers all facets of the build, from the initial meeting through to completion of the project.
While our experience is essential, so too is our commitment to each individual client and their community. The ability to provide a quality service with an outstanding result is paramount in the philosophy of our architectural practice.