OPEN CHRISTCHURCH 2024: College House

Architects: Warren and Mahoney, 1964-67; restoration and alterations: Wilkie & Bruce, 2022

Sir Miles Warren deemed College House their best building. Through the application of modernist materials (concrete block, exposed concrete beams and lintels) and his ability to create order out of a complex system, W&M designed not just a dormitory, but a community, complete with chapel, library and dining hall, grouped together to encourage connection. The Oxbridge tradition of quads and halls melds with modernism in an effortless display from the masters, with a nod to Gothic Revival in the reverse pitched copper roofs.

Sunday 5 May: 10am, 11am, 12pm, 1pm, & 2pm

You can find the Saturday 4th of May opening times here: https://events.humanitix.com/open-christchurch-2024-college-house

Tours on the hour with limited numbers, bookings essential

Important things to know when visiting College House:

This site has steps and pavers that may make it inaccessible to some visitors
This site has a lift to access upstairs areas
There is mobility parking on-site
For more information regarding accessibility, feel free to contact us at openchch@teputahi.org.nz.
Photography is permitted at this site

About Open Christchurch:

3-5 May 2024

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.

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Photography by Sarah Rowlands