104 | Tawera Group T T Nicki Woodlock A pioneer in modular construction Numerous Tawera Group projects have earned recognition for exceptional design and execution. DEVELOPMENT With over 30 years of property development experience in New Zealand, Tawera Group has harnessed its expertise – alongside a diverse, highly skilled, and accomplished team – to become a pioneering leader in cutting-edge modular construction. Located in Freeman’s Bay, Auckland, the company has a mission to transform traditional construction by providing advanced, sustainable volumetric modular housing with fully integrated, turnkey, end-to-end solutions. “Tawera is the only volumetric modular construction provider to successfully complete fully compliant multi-level projects in New Zealand. Our solution is more cost-effective and quicker, particularly at three levels and above,” says general manager Andrew Todd. As a true end-to-end provider – covering design, certification, manufacturing, compliance, logistics, and on-site construction – Tawera Group gives clients the confidence of working with a trusted, experienced, and reliable team dedicated to delivering quality and results under one roof. Tawera follows a seven-step, end-to-end process for its modular builds, covering design and consent, manufacturing, transport and shipping, holding yard, cranage, on-shore construction, and final completion. By managing every stage, from digital design to final delivery, Tawera minimises risk, enhances certainty, and ensures consistent, high-quality outcomes. Its integrated DfMA (design for manufacturing and assembly) and OSM (off-site manufacturing) approach can deliver projects up to 40% faster, with greater cost certainty, superior build quality and finish, reduced site disruptions, and a lower carbon footprint with less construction waste. In the past 24 months, Tawera has delivered more than $100 million worth of modular housing projects, earning recognition as a market leader in this construction method across New Zealand and Australia. Clients range from community housing providers in New Zealand and Australia to private hospital operators, healthcare developers, hotel groups, and student accommodation providers. Tawera has worked closely with Kāinga Ora to develop solutions that deliver community housing to vulnerable Kiwis more efficiently and effectively. Modular build solutions encompass midrise, multi-level buildings from three to 16 storeys, fully finished studios to three-bedroom units for hotels and apartments; hospital and healthcare facilities; two-level multi-dwelling terrace houses; as well as high-density, scalable social and student housing. Tawera’s approach integrates international best practices in DfMA with detailed BIM (building information modeling), rigorous quality control, strict compliance standards, and seamless coordination between offshore and onshore teams. Detailed BIM coordination ensures all architectural, structural, and services components are fully resolved and ISO 19650 compliant before construction begins. By prioritising a digital-first approach, potential issues are addressed early, ensuring all products and components comply with local building codes and reduce construction risks. Comprehensive testing and third-party verification are completed for all elements required to meet compliance standards, with every project stakeholders – from clients, to consultants, to contractors – aligned from day one. Numerous Tawera Group projects have earned recognition for exceptional design and execution. The Hereford Residences in Auckland received multiple accolades, including the New Zealand Property Council Award of Excellence for Best in Adaptive Reuse, the Apartment Building of the Year 2017 at the Trends International Design Awards New Zealand, and the Asia Pacific Property Award for Best Residential Development New Zealand. Additionally, several other projects have won prestigious awards such as the NZIA Award, New Zealand Property Council Award, New Zealand Rider Levett Bucknall Property Industry Award, James Hardie NZ Institute of Building Award, BOMA Awards. Recent projects include a 61 one-bedroom apartment complex in Point Chevalier, Auckland, completed in May 2024. 76 two- and three-bedroom terrace houses across eight sites in Hamilton for Kāinga Ora, finished in September 2024; and 13 two- and three-bedroom terrace houses in Waterview for Kāinga Ora, completed in January 2025. p: +64 9 801 0373 e: info.nz@nauticashipping.com www. naut i cash i pp i ng . com Global Freight Forwarding Boat & Yacht Shipping Vehicle Shipping Project & Specialised Logistics Warehousing & 3PL Proud to support Tawera Group
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