2021 Western Architecture Awards Winner
Te Hono - New Plymouth Airport Terminal
Te Hono provides an elegant gateway to the Taranaki whenua. The celestial and terrestrial narrative of the embrace of Tamarau (descending from the sky) and Rono-ue-roa (ascending from the earth) generates a powerful geometry and architectural language that runs throughout the terminal. The partnership of the client and design team with mana whenua has driven the creation of this unique building, which begins a process of healing, and addresses a need to right wrongs that were committed on this land. Opening towards an apron to the north east, the structure successfully integrates all of the technical functions of an airport terminal, while its soaring, cloudlike ceiling, extensive carvings and artworks tell the story of the land it inhabits.
- Practice
- Beca Architects
- Category
- Public Architecture
- Location
- Western
