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Towering above Auckland city’s streets is a ruggedly beautiful coastal garden that pays homage to its Waitemata environment. This rooftop garden is a hybrid space, combining the main plaza, garden, and social space flanking the main tower.

Upon arrival, guests step through grand glass doors out onto an open paved courtyard surrounded by picturesque city and harbour views. Verdant coastal gardens anchor these views and are home to rare and endangered native vegetation. Many of these species would have called this harbour fringe home before the waterfront was reclaimed.

The terrace is designed to accommodate various social gatherings from lunch breaks to large scale events. Therefore, the design utilises various hard surfaces from architectural frames, moveable furniture, lighting and technology. Six bespoke seats are situated around the terrace, referencing the crafted timber forms of both indigenous and post-settlement boat building technologies.

Due to the elevated location, installation proved challenging with limited elevator access. A tower crane and mobile crane were essential in transporting materials from the ground up to the site. Natural Habitats worked closely with Fletcher Construction throughout the process to ensure an on-time, seamless delivery for the client.

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Established in 1978, Natural Habitats is New Zealand's most-awarded landscaping company across the sectors of design, construction, horticulture and garden maintenance.

Our portfolio comprises the full range of landscapes including:

  • High-end residential gardens
  • Green walls 
  • Green Roofs
  • Commercial landscapes
  • Civil projects
  • Business precincts
  • Playscapes
  • Revegetation & environmental

We are proud to have build a foundation of trust with our clients, working with leading Architects, Landscape Architects, Engineers, Property Developers and Government Agencies to deliver many of New Zealand's iconic landscapes. 

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.