Stephenson & Turner Architects
Project Location:
Wallaceville, Upper Hutt
Categories:
Commercial Architectural Excellence, Sustainability
Project Description:
The MAF multipurpose building is a place of reception, gathering and collaboration for the National Centre for Biosecurity and Infectious Disease at Wallaceville and the larger scientific community.
The Five-Star Green Star building sits amongst three mature Totara and a line of Oak trees. Its use of timber throughout reflects this setting and the clients association with forestry.
There is a strong contrast between exterior and interior. The exterior is darker reflecting its protective role and the Totara. The interior is light to accentuate the feeling of space with careful use of glazing filling the building with daylight.