OPEN CHRISTCHURCH 2023: He Puna Taimoana - Team Tours

Architects: AW Architects & Select Contracts, 2020

Enjoy a guided walk through this recreational oasis. Hear about what considerations went into the design process - from cultural narratives to wind mitigation - and how the complex meets the needs of its users. Find out how the coastal environment is acknowledged throughout the timber structure, materials and design and learn more about He Puna Taimoana’s role in New Brighton’s regeneration.

A carved gateway marks the entrance to this New Brighton legacy project - an oasis protected from the easterly winds. This recreational area comprises saltwater hot pools, a sauna, steam room and plunge pool. As a catalyst build He Puna Taimona is set to activate both the connection between the suburb and its watery eastern edge, and the suburb of New Brighton to wider Christchurch. The coastal environment is acknowledged throughout the timber structure, materials and design. Find out more on the tour.

Bookings are essential

Sunday: 8:30- 9:30am, 12.05-12.25pm

There is also General Admission available

Architecture Tours are being run for this building

(Meeting point will be sent to registered attendees only closer to the date of event)

Important things to know when visiting He Puna Taimoana:

This building is step-free
For more information regarding accessibility, feel free to contact us at openchch@teputahi.org.nz.
Photography is permitted at this site
This tour does NOT include use of the pools - You are able to book use of the pools at other times of the day through the He Puna Taimoana website.

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About Open Christchurch:

6 & 7 May 2023

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

Uncover new spaces or get up close to the buildings you love. With 50+ buildings and 4 guided walks to choose from, you’ll discover your city in a new way.

Visit openchch.nz for more information.

Photo by Baptiste Marconnet