OPEN CHRISTCHURCH 2022: Hurst Seagar Office/Red House

Architect: Samuel Hurst Seager, 1899

This small timber structure, packed with Arts & Crafts details, makes full use of its urban site, and marks the beginnings of a new architectural tradition: it was the first New Zealand colonial building to specifically reference another work of New Zealand colonial architecture. Its entrance porch, which breaks up a long windowless facade, cites the Palladian windows of Mountfort’s Christchurch Club. Once Seager’s work base, Red House is now a luxurious home – the new extension, with a deliberately minimalist exterior, is also open for exploration.

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Sunday 1st May, 10am, 11am, 1pm & 2pm

Tours on the hour with limited numbers, bookings essential

This building is also open on Saturday 30th April. Please see here for booking details.

(Address and building information will be sent to registered attendees only closer to the date of event)

Important things to know when visiting Hurst Seagar Office/Red House:

This site has stairs/steps that make it inaccessible to some users
Vaccine Pass required for entry
Masks to be worn

About Open Christchurch:

30 April & 1 May 2022

Open Christchurch is a one-weekend-only festival of exceptional architecture. It’s for everyone in Ōtautahi Christchurch. Building owners/kaitiaki will literally open their doors so you can experience great design from the inside, for free.

Uncover new spaces or get up close to the buildings you love. With 40+ buildings and 5 guided walks to choose from, you’ll discover your city in a new way.
For full programme, visit openchch.nz.

Photo by Peanut Productions