2016 Wellington Architecture Awards Winner
Walter Nash Centre (Taita)
This is a great example of a council- architect collaboration has resulted in a successful and obviously well-used community facility. Careful, pragmatic and well-planned - to make best use of hard-earned funding - the building is also infused with fresh thinking. The sports stadium, for instance, is open to the entry- foyer 'street' and forms a very positive relationship to the library. A large round 'pod' in the middle of the public area provides a soft counterpoint to the large, cuboid spaces, while very clear planning allows all spatial interactions to have a welcoming aspect.
- Practice
- Warren and Mahoney Architects New Zealand Ltd
- Category
- Public Architecture
- Location
- Wellington
