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Design Process - new library and councillor meeting space

The design process for the library and governance facilities took shape through discussions with mana whenua, stakeholders, councillors and the future users of the facility and the surrounding outdoor area.

The design team considered the environmental, built, social, and economic context of Ahuriri. They then tested design options with NCC, mana whenua, stakeholders and the public (Say It Napier People's Panel) to gain feedback on the design ideas. Input from mana whenua has been very important to the concept design principles, including the cultural narrative and other design elements such as the selection of native plants to be included.

The concept design was further refined after reviewing this feedback and identifying and addressing the key themes and issues raised. From that point, designs progressed through various stages, with detailed designs now complete.

Detailed designs

The following are visual representations of the Civic Precinct's detailed designs, including the new library, the office accommodation tower and the new council meeting space.

Concept designs

The following images are proposals that are indicative of spaces and layout, at the concept design or developed design phases. Click on the images to enlarge them.