Business North November 2023

| 67 Blank Space Architectural Blank Space Architectural offers high quality design for residential alterations and additions through to new home projects. ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN Civil, Structural , Geotechnical Level 1, 17E Greenmount Drive, East Tamaki | 09 962 6232 | 022 4444 243 Info@prudentengineers.co.nz CONSULTING ENGINEERS Providing innovative & cost-effective solutions for over 8 years Residential Buildings | Subdivisions | Renovations | Project Management Proudly supporting Blank Space Architectural GEOTECHNICAL ASSESSMENT STORMWATER DISPOSAL DESIGN EARTHWORKS MONITORING & CERTIFICATION Pukekohe-based engineering consultancy GCL is well-established as a regional leader in ground investigations and engineering reports, with extensive local experience fromNorthland to Coromandel, Pukekohe and Hamilton. Working with surveyors, architects, developers, structural and civil engineers, GCL’s ground engineering team provide the understanding needed to accurately assess geotechnical ground conditions and interpret potential risks prior to construction and development. The team can also support the client beyond the report phase to ensure their project meets geotechnical and consent requirements. In addition, GCL is equipped to provide stormwater and wastewater assessment services for residential and commercial developments. Their wide range of professional services is extensive: geological and geomorphological mapping; geotechnical site investigations; geological ground modelling; slope stability, settlement and liquefaction analyses; professional reporting; earthworks, foundation and construction monitoring, testing and certi ication; geotechnical completion reports (GCRs) and provision of PS1 and PS4s; site walkover and desktop studies; and independent peer reviews. GCL’s founding director, engineering geologist Fraser Walsh, started the company in 2005, with wife Anna joining the business three years ago as o ice manager. Fraser passed away last year, with Anna now running the business and continuing to build on her late husband’s vision. GCL a specialist engineering partner in housing and land development Two of the company’s senior engineers – Luke Kennedy and Kevin Hiha – are quali ied as chartered engineering geologists, whose 10-strong team also includes ield technicians, along with junior and intermediate level engineers, and two Queenstown-based sta . GCL has a positive work culture with a focus on clear communication and respect. “Our sta are recognised and appreciated and we provide a supportive culture with a commitment to problem solving, moving forward, and with good opportunities for personal and professional development,” explains Anna. GCL has strong working relationships with local professionals, such as Pukekohe architectural designer Puka Te Rangi, of Blank Space Architectural, who describes GCL as one of their preferred specialist consultants. “We have a good relationship with GCL,” says Puka. “I irst worked with them when I was an employee and have continued working with them since starting my own business. As a company that has done extensive geotechnical work in this region, they have a good understanding of local geotechnical requirements. They assist us by providing a full range of geotechnical services, stormwater and wastewater designs for our clients. GCL takes pride in being approachable and serving as a proactive problem solver. “We like to identify potential issues early to avoid problems down the line. It ultimately saves so much time and money for clients.” 09 239 2229 pukekohe@gcltech.co.nz 09 379 0777 auckland@gcltech.co.nz PROUDLY SUPPORTING BLANK SPACE ARCHITECTURE

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