| 75 T T Karen Phelps Commitment to sustainability enriches design PAUA Architects seeks to integrate environmental sustainability strategies within its designs. ARCHITECTURE PAUA Architects PAUA Architects has emerged as a versatile practice covering a broad spectrum of projects across the Waikato and Coromandel regions. With a commitment to sustainability in design and crafting environments that enrich lives, the firm has established itself as a leader in the field, leaving an indelible mark on the communities it serves for over twenty years, says PAUA Architects Business Development Manager Phil MacKay. PAUA Architects seeks to integrate environmental sustainability strategies within its designs. A good example is its work on the Clean Energy Centre in Taupō. By including technologies such as photo-voltaics, solar hot water, passive ventilation, ground-source and passive solar heating, rain water collection, grey-water recycling, concrete with recycled content, and straw bale insulation, the centre set a precedent for environmentally conscious design practices when it was built in 2010 and still serves as an example of innovation in clean energy solutions. “Sustainability is a key strength and on every project we’re thinking about what we can do in this area. A lot of innovative technologies, which were used on the Clean Energy Centre, are now being looked at today by companies keen to introduce aspects into their builds.” The firm’s collaborative approach has seen it place strong emphasis on working closely with Māori organisations. Phil says that by engaging clients as partners, PAUA Architects ensures that cultural values are seamlessly woven into the fabric of every project, fostering a sense of ownership and belonging within the communities it serves. In particular its expertise in urban design and masterplanning for neighbourhoods, subdivisions, marae and papa kāinga has been highly sought after. It has recently completed a successful master planning and design project for a whānau group on maori land in Tauwhare ensuring the papa kāinga was arranged so all the houses worked well together taking into account orientation, and outdoor spaces. Another example was the completion of the Cambridge Police Hub, a collaborative venture with Tainui Group Holdings and the New Zealand Police. Phil says this project exemplifies the firm’s ability to marry functionality with cultural sensitivity and sustainability. Drawing inspiration from water and Maori symbolism, the hub stands as a testament to PAUA Architects’ capacity to create spaces that honour heritage while embracing the future, he says. Under construction at the moment is a wharenui on a new marae at Hamilton Boys High School. Based in Kirikiriroa Hamilton PAUA Architects is proud to be an award-winning Te Kāhui Whaihanga (NZ Institute of Architects) practice providing a comprehensive range of design services for commercial and residential architecture, urban design, and heritage work. As the region braces for significant population growth in the coming years, Phil says that PAUA Architects stands ready to play a pivotal role in shaping the city’s future. “With a diverse portfolio and skillset the firm is uniquely positioned to address the evolving needs of a rapidly changing landscape.” TURNING THE ARCHITECTS’ VISION INTO REALITY. 027 308 4515 george@gdpringlebuilding.co.nz www.gdpringlebuilding.co.nz gd.pringlebuilding New Builds Architecturally designed home building the dream. The one off never replicated home, that makes you unique. We help you stand out and create the home you want to live in. Renovations Creating more space, levelling up an old home to a new home—we love the bigger jobs! We can add value from our years of experience. Commercial Commercial may be a hotel refurbish, building a new office, or a shop-fit-outs you name it we will give it a go. It all starts with a conversation. Passionate about building From high-end architectural homes, to renovations & light commercial Proudly supporting PAUA Architects • Architectural New Builds • Renovations • Additions • 20+ years experience www.murrayshawbuilders.co.nz Contact Todd Shaw 027 649 7200
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