Regional architecture award win for Toitoi Municipal Building

Toitoi Municipal Building was one of a number of Hastings district winners at this year’s Gisborne & Hawke’s Bay Architecture awards, held at the Assembly Room in Hastings on Friday night (June 14).

Designed by Matthews & Matthews Architects, the Municipal Building won the heritage category of the local Te Kāhui Whaihanga New Zealand Institute of Architects awards.

The judges noted that the Municipal seismic upgrading and redevelopment project was an exemplary fusion of heritage preservation and seismic resilience.

“Celebrated as one of Hastings’ cherished landmarks, the project brilliantly reintegrates the building into the community fabric by revitalising its original essence while enhancing safety measures.

“Skilfully blending vital enhancements with the restoration of its architectural charm, the design invites natural light and fosters connection within the vibrant urban landscape.

“By reactivating pedestrian spaces and preserving local heritage, the project epitomises the commitment of Hastings District Council and community to their urban heritage.”

Hastings mayor Sandra Hazlehurst said it was a thrill that the Municipal Building had secured an award, joining a line-up of amazing public and privately owned buildings across Hastings and Gisborne.

“We are very proud of what has been achieved with the redevelopment of the entire Toitoi – Hawke’s Bay Arts and Events Centre, including the Municipal Building.

“These structures reflect the activities of our community over the years and our thanks go to Matthew and Matthew Architects for capturing, enhancing and preserving that legacy for generations to come – this award is very well deserved.”

Mrs Hazlehurst also congratulated all the other award winners for their creativity and commitment to creating extraordinary structures and spaces.

“These talented architects are transforming our district - from Maraekākaho to Havelock North – it’s really exciting to see.”

Full list of Gisborne & Hawke’s Bay winners by category

Commercial Architecture

• Kaweka Hospital - Stage I by Architecture HDT Hawke's Bay (Hastings)
• Tribune by RTA Studio (Hastings)
• Joll Road Laneways - Stage 2 by RTA Studio (Havelock North)

Education

• Te Whare Te Manukura by Atkinson Harwood Architecture (Hastings)
• Heretaunga Intermediate School by DCA Architects of Transformation (Hastings)

Heritage

• Toitoi Municipal Building, Hastings by Matthews & Matthews Architects (Hastings)

Housing

• Black Beech House by Bonnifait + Associates Architects (Haumoana)
• The Woolshed's Sibling by Chloe Coles (Tangoio)
• Bone / Moroney House by Clarkson Architects (Maraekakaho)
• Punakerua by Designgroup Stapleton Elliott and Crosson Architects, in association
• Tākapu by Daniel Marshall Architect (Hastings)
• Haumoana House by Glamuzina Architects (Haumoana)
• Mahia Retreat by Hoogerbrug Architects (Mahia)
• Westshore House by Three Sixty Architecture (Napier)

Housing — Multi Unit

• St Aubyn Village Estate by Designgroup Stapleton Elliott (Hastings)

Interior Architecture

• Joll Road Laneways - Stage 2 Interiors by RTA Studio and AGD in association (Havelock North)

Public Architecture

• Kiwa Pools by Architecture HDT (Gisborne)
• Waiohiki Marae Wharenui by Designgroup Stapleton Elliott (Waiohiki)

Small Project Architecture

• Windsor ZS 11kV Switchboard Upgrade by Charissa Snijders Architect (Hastings)

19 June 2024

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