92 | Open spaces with rural outlooks The homes have been thoughtfully designed, with a focus on maximising natural light and orientation to the sun. T T from page 90 Arvida Group: Whai Mauri Ora LIFESTYLE The design primarily focused on retaining open spaces and preserving rural outlooks to ensure the community will seamlessly merge with the natural landscape while providing residents with captivating vistas of Mt Pirongia and Mt Kakepuku. As a key part of the Whai Mauri Ora project, the Ngāti Apakura elders blessed the site before construction commenced, performing a ceremony reserved only for buildings of great significance. The Mauri stone placed during this sacred ritual encapsulates the essence of Whai Mauri Ora, representing the pursuit of wellbeing. With the commencement of earthworks in mid-2022, the community started taking shape. Despite facing challenging weather conditions over the past year, progress has been steady, and the completion of the first 16 homes will be completed by the end of October. An additional 24 homes are currently under construction, with completion scheduled for mid-2024. Dino says that Arvida’s approach to creating unique communities involves catering to the interests and preferences of the residents, ensuring that no two communities are the same. “This resident-led approach will also extend to Whai Mauri Ora, where the inaugural residents will have the privilege of influencing the development of the community,” says Dino. “Drawing inspiration from successful Arvida communities like Waimea Plains near Nelson, which boasts an e-bike group and craft beer brewing club, and Te Puna Waiora in Kerikeri, where residents care for an area of native forest and enjoy a share boat, Whai Mauri Ora will be moulded to embrace the local interests and desires of its residents.” Throughout the course of several years, Dino says that Whai Mauri Ora will evolve into a thriving community, comprising approximately 185 villas, a state-of-the-art Care Centre with care suites, as well as exceptional shared amenities. Among these amenities are a Clubhouse, fostering camaraderie and social engagement. At the heart of Whai Mauri Ora’s Care Centre is Arvida’s wellness approach called the Attitude of Living WellTM that follows five pillars of living well – eating, moving, resting, thinking and engaging well. Arvida has 35 communities located all over New Zealand and its excellence has been recognised with a Canstar Blue 5-star rating for atmosphere, facilities, accommodation and location. Ranked number one in New Zealand for overall satisfaction in retirement villages, Arvida’s mission is to improve the lives of New Zealanders by transforming the ageing experience, which is clearly reflected in its communities, says Dino. The homes have been thoughtfully designed, with a focus on maximising natural light and orientation to the sun. The diverse range of one, two, and three-bedroom villa designs, ranges from 108sqm to 237sqm, catering to a variety of needs. Each villa comes with its own landscaped courtyard and most with a garage with internal access. He says there are still opportunities to become part of the early stages of the Whai Mauri Ora community. For those interested in Whai Mauri Ora, a sales office has been established at 61 Alexandra Street in Te Awamutu and is open from Monday to Friday, 18.30am -4.30pm The sales team will be moving on-site in early November as the first residents move into their new homes in the community. “Whai Mauri Ora is a testament to Arvida’s dedication to creating spaces that enable residents to lead lives that embrace every aspect of their individuality and preferences. From its picturesque location and thoughtful design to its resident-led approach, Whai Mauri Ora is set to redefine the notion of country town retirement living. As a testament to Arvida’s commitment to transforming the ageing experience, this community is poised to become a haven of wellbeing, where residents can live with purpose, passion and soul.” Proud to work with Arvida Group With ZB Homes the possibilities are limitless, there are no set plans. Every home is customised according to your budget, your vision and your needs. We create something new. Something just for you. Visit www.zbhomes.co.nz to view our amazing packages. 0800 ZB HOMES info@zbhomes www.zbhomes.co.nz www.geeves.co.nz | Phone 0800 GEEVES • Scaffolding • Propping • Shrink-wrap Proud Suppliers of
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