54 | REGIONAL Foster Development: Union Square and the Village Omokoroa New spaces for business and leisure Union Square, a premium business precinct in the heart of Hamilton’s central business district, caters to businesses of all sizes. www.gwe.co.nz 1150 Victoria Street, Hamilton 3240 0800 933 727 | 07 838 3119 Geotechnical - Environmental - Land Development Water/Wastewater/Stormwater “GWE (formerly Mitchell Geocon Geotechnical) are proud to have provided Geotechnical Services to Foster Construction & the Union Square Project” Providing Expertise in Geotechnical and Environmental Engineering • Site Investigations, Slope Stability, Liquefaction and Lateral Spread Assessments • Foundation, Stormwater, Wastewater, Pavement, Retaining Wall Designs • Subdivision, Land Development, Earthworks Fill Control Union Square in Hamilton and The Village Omokoroa by developer Fosters are reshaping how communities in the Waikato region live, work and connect. At Union Square, a premium business precinct in the heart of Hamilton’s central business district, the development caters to businesses of all sizes. Executive meeting rooms that can be hired by the hour are attracting organisations seeking a quiet, high-quality environment for board meetings, strategy sessions and client presentations. The meeting room hire, managed by the Waikato Chamber of Commerce, has been designed to offer a world-class environment combined with state-of-the-art technology and seamless service. Each meeting room accommodates up to 12 people, and includes high-speed Wi-Fi, wireless casting and 65-inch smart displays, with concierge support available on request to ensure a smooth experience from start to finish. For businesses seeking a more permanent space, Union Square also offers premium office spaces for lease, designed as part of an ‘experiential workplace’ concept aimed at helping businesses attract and retain top talent. The development promotes itself as a full-day working environment, with on-site cafés, retail offerings, wellness services such as pilates, and regular thought-leadership events intended to foster connection and professional growth. The leasing spaces are designed with flexibility in mind, featuring open-plan layouts, abundant natural light and Green Building principles. Large floor plates can be taken as a whole or subdivided to suit smaller occupiers, with bespoke fit-out solutions available for businesses wanting tailored workspace design. The precinct is intended to be vibrant from dawn until dusk, blending work and lifestyle in a single location. On-site amenities include a central courtyard, café facilities and secure parking infrastructure. With 350 dedicated car parks and direct access to Hamilton’s public transport hub, Union Square is highly accessible for both staff and clients. Meanwhile, The Village Omokoroa, also delivered by Fosters, has been recognised for its contribution to community life, receiving silver in the 2024 New Zealand Commercial Project Awards. The mixed-use development’s design included consultation with residents to address the needs of a growing population on the Omokoroa peninsula. It features 22 retail outlets and five office spaces alongside landscaped gardens, seating areas and a playground, creating a welcoming hub for both locals and visitors. In a region experiencing sustained population and economic growth, developments such as Union Square and The Village Omokoroa are increasingly seen as indicators of how urban and suburban centres are evolving. Both developments reflect Fosters commitment to building environments that go beyond traditional commercial space, with a focus on community connection, innovation and long-term regional growth. Union Square is expected to draw further professional activity into the CBD, boosting foot traffic and strengthening surrounding businesses. In Omokoroa, the mixed-use village continues to provide essential services, while fostering a sense of local identity and connection. By integrating flexible workplaces, retail, hospitality and community amenities, both projects aim to support changing expectations around how people live and work. Together, the developments highlight a broader shift towards design-led, people- focused environments that prioritise accessibility, wellbeing and long-term resilience across the Waikato region.
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