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The design for the new offices of Gensler Chicago celebrates the history and architecture of the original heritage building and the people who work there

420 George Street, Sydney's new centrepiece, is a contemporary mixed-use development with an historical context and an eye to the future

With a strong emphasis on sustainable design the Autodesk fit-out proves an apt inclusion

A new precious jewel sparkles along the banks of the Huangpu River, a safe harbour for visitors and a public park for Shanghai residents

Creating a paragon of green architecture, a band of vegetation spirals up the exterior of the Solaris building

Named after a dramatic thundercloud formation, the new mixed-use Anvil building combines form and function to powerful effect

This refurbished civic building sets a precedent on many levels it's the first building to achieve the New Zealand Green Building Council 6-Star Green Star Built V1 rating, and the first iwi-city council joint venture

Educational architecture is putting into practice lessons on providing children with an holistic environment where learning and development can flourish

In the beautiful but sometimes chill Queenstown mountainscape, the new Remarkables Primary School offers a dynamic yet sheltered environment

The design of this new bank office underscores a desire to embrace new technologies and ideas, while creating a sustainable workplace model for the future

In redeveloping this inner-city precinct, the design team has celebrated the existing heritage architecture and activated a civic square defined by its near-perfect classical proportions

This staff kitchen, used by up to 150 people every day for lunches and social occasions, is fitted with Smeg appliances

With many years of experience in dealing with stone suppliers and quarries around the world, Italian Stone managed its part in the Britomart East complex on time and within budget.

Painting the interior and exterior of Britomart East called for a company with a large skilled workbase. Target Painters fitted the bill

JFC undertook infrastructure works for the revitalised Takutai Square

The next generation of laminates and solid surfaces has been created to transform perceptions of surface design

A Dynalite lighting control system was specified for the Westpac offices

Carpet tiles from Interface feature throughout the Westpac building.

A dated, poorly insulated 1990s building has been transformed into a fully sustainable, eco-friendly office for the Department of Conservation

The cladding system for this building was supplied by Unicast Cladding Systems to create the look required by the project architect

The new prison is constructed in the architectural vernacualr of concrete, glass and steel Dominion Contractors provided the broad skill set required

A Maori whakairo stands tall at the entry to the Westpac building.

For the base build and tenancy fit-out of the Britomart East complex, Norman Disney & Young provided mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, lift, fire and acoustic base building design services.

The lively mix of heritage buildings and new developments, and the central downtown location all helped influence Westpac's move to the revitalised Britomart precinct

Ensuring tenancy fit-outs were completed seamlessly and met the needs of the developer, owners and tenants was the role of Hawkins Interiors

Security at Britomart East is controlled by a SpeedStile entrance control system, supplied by Gunnebo Australia

To grow and prosper, the mindset of the New Zealand business community needs to change, says the business marketing team at Westpac

A raft of new buildings and the integration of two existing prisons result in the advanced Mt Eden Corrections Facility

Penetrated by light-flooded canyons, the Boston University Student Residence, Sydney, offers innovative, environmentally responsive accommodation

A complex glass solution has ensured a safe, light atmosphere at the new Mt Eden Corrections Facility Glasshape created the custom glazing

A custom fire engineering design was required for the new mixed-use Anvil Chester Consultants provided the adroit solution

The double-skinned facade on the new Christchurch City Council office building was constructed by Alutech Windows & Doors

A heritage coin collection is encased in custom-designed Plexiglas acrylic.

Inscape is responsible for the supply and maintenance of plants in the Westpac office.

Remarkables Primary School is extending the classroom boundary to include its new green roof.

For a project to be considered successful, cost management must be well controlled. Rider Levett Bucknall achieved this for Christchurch City Council's new premises

This vibrant outlet achieves the inviting, relaxed ambience of a surf shack the complex fit-out was by Cape Interior Construction

Assembling and installing the facade on the renovated Christchurch City Council premises was one of the largest projects ever undertaken by Alu-fix

Specialist stainless steel solutions contributed to the safety and untarnished look of the new facility Tata Steel International provided the fabricated material

Mitigating the effects of train vibrations was just one of the challenges for structural engineering company Holmes Consulting Group, which has had a long involvement with the Britomart precinct

To ensure the balustrades on the staircase are hardwearing Resene SpaceCote Low Sheen paint was specified.

Components to help keep the Christchurch City Council's new premises comfortable all year round were supplied by Temperzone

Wall and ceiling panels were supplied and installed by Forman Building Systems.

Making the most of existing features and combining them with innovative design ideas were part of Powell Fenwick's contribution to this building