Rose Chapel

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Rose Chapel (formerly St Mary’s Convent Chapel) in Christchurch was constructed in 1910 in an early English 13th Century Gothic architectural style.  The building was designed by the Lutrell brothers and is constructed of Oamaru stone and Hoon Hay basalt.  The building was substantially damaged in the Canterbury earthquakes and DPA Architects was appointed as heritage architects for the restoration of the church.

Work involved the extensive reconstruction and strengthening of the primary gable end and the restoration of the circular stone window.  The original internal spiral staircase was damaged in the earthquakes and a suitable replacement spiral stair was acquired from another church.  Original decorative timber work was reinstated over new concrete walls and new interior timber panelling was replicated to match the original.

 

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DPA Architects was founded by Dave Pearson in 1996 with the aim of providing clients with expertise in heritage architecture.

Since that time, DPA Architects has become one of New Zealand’s foremost architectural practices specialising in that area. The practice continues to strive for excellence in architecture and seeks to provide the best possible outcome for its clients.

DPA Architects has also developed a high level of technical expertise through involvement with a large number of projects ranging from large commercial projects to small domestic alterations. Projects have included restaurants, churches, educational facilities, town halls, railway stations, dwellings, historic military buildings, museums, theatres, office buildings, community facilities, cemeteries, old hotels, and courthouses.

The practice has been closely involved with the Christchurch rebuild since the earthquakes in 2010-2012. As a result, we have developed considerable understanding of building behaviour during earthquakes as well as extensive experience in retrofitting buildings to resist seismic forces. 

Heritage buildings are often required to meet current design standards. DPA Architects are experienced in the upgrading of these buildings including the provision of disabled access. 

At ArchiPro we recognise and acknowledge the existing, original and ancient connection Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples have to the lands and waterways across the Australian continent. We pay our respects to the elders past and present. We commit to working together to build a prosperous and inclusive Australia.