2023 Nelson/Marlborough Architecture Awards Winner
Motueka Public Library – Te Noninga Kumu
Essentially a building in the round, the Motueka Library responds effectively to its suburban setting. The exposed laminated timber structure activates the street edge, while the response to the public domain is more intimate. Punched window openings give glimpses through to the adjacent Japanese gardens and bi-fold doors lead to exterior reading decks. Toi Māori throughout brings visibility to mana whenua and enhances a sense of place and community connection. Robust external detailing, cladding and roofing reflect the nature of the community’s agricultural roots. Photovoltaic panels and natural ventilation are used effectively to manage operational efficiencies, and the judicious choice of materials has contributed to an uncomplicated interior finish.
- Practice
- JTB Architects
- Category
- Public Architecture
- Location
- Nelson/Marlborough
