The Blyth Performing Arts Centre, Havelock north

Coffey Education and Arts Property Award – Excellence Award – Best in CategoryThe Blyth Performing Arts Centre is a 400-seat concert chamber and assembly hall at Iona College, Havelock North. The strong sculptural language of sinuous curves and angled planes reference musical instruments and the landscape of Te Mata Peak. Judges' CommentsThe sculptural form, stunning interior spaces and world-class acoustics create a valuable asset for the school and wider community. OWNERIona CollegeARCHITECTStevens Lawson ArchitectsSTRUCTURAL ENGINEERHolmes Consulting GroupSERVICES AND MECHANICAL ENGINEEReCubed Building WorkshopQUANTITY SURVEYORRider Levett BucknallCONSTRUCTION COMPANYMackersey Construction Ltd Acoustic consultantsMarshall Day Acoustics; Theatre Advisory Services