Architecture New Zealand has invited the New Zealand Institute of Architects (NZIA) editorial board to nominate and vote and what they consider to be the most ‘transformative’ projects in New Zealand this decade. The results are a display of some impressive architecture worthy of celebration. Have your say and vote for your favourite too!
More than 50 projects were nominated, and the NZIA has shortlisted this to 11 top voted projects. Out of these, Holmes Fire has proudly been the project Fire Engineer for 6 of the top 11 projects!
Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki
2011
Image Credit: Patrick Reynolds
Image Credit: Patrick Reynolds
Len Lye Centre (Art Gallery)
2013
Image Credit: Davor Popadich
Image Credit: Patrick Reynolds
Bishop Selwyn Chapel
2016
Image Credit: Patrick Reynolds
Image Credit: Patrick Reynolds
Transitional (Cardboard) Cathedral
2013
Image Credit: Dennis Radermacher
Image Credit: Dennis Radermacher
Waitomo Glowworm Caves Visitor Centre
2010
Image Credit: Patrick Reynolds
Image Credit: Patrick Reynolds
Britomart Precinct
2012
Image Credit: Jeremy Toth
Image Credit: Jeremy Toth
In no particular order, these projects have been voted most transformative architecture for New Zealand this decade, displaying a wide array of design styles, advocating advanced design innovation ranging from engineering, material type and overall architectural excellence.
Want to see more? See what other projects we at Holmes Fire have been busy working on around not only New Zealand, but Australia and the US!