OPEN CHRISTCHURCH 2023: He Puna Taimoana

Architects: AW Architects & Select Contracts, 2020

Architecture Tours with Andrew Watson (AW Architects) & Mark Huxtable, landscape architect

Join Andrew Watson and Mark Huxtable to find out more about the design drivers behind He Puna Taimona. Learn about its role in rejuvenating New Brighton, how community engagement informed the building and how the cultural narrative has been woven through it. Hear about its adaptive design strategies for coastal inundation and sea level rise, and how the architecture, landscaping and materials respond to the unique challenges of being in a coastal environment.

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.

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Saturday: 9:15-9:45am

Sunday: 8:30- 9:30am

There is also General Admission available

The He Puna Taimoana Team is hosting tours for this building

(Meeting point details 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