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Routeburn Track Shelter and Toilets

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Not the usual karaka green corrugated iron building that one might expect, the brief was for an architecturally adventurous design that would blend perfectly with the regions natural features.

The main roof covering the shelter is purposely pitched upwards to relate to the dramatic spur that is the standout feature of the site itself. Other design features include the skylights over the toilet block that are sharp triangular forms which allow ample light into each toilet space.

Due to the relative isolation of the construction site, additional emphasis was required in the planning of the project including ensuring delivery of materials and the coordination of sub-contractors without a normal phone link. This project was completed in time for the christmas holiday period in 2007.

CONTRACT VALUE: $582,000.00

CONTRACT PERIOD: 5 months

CLIENT: Department of Conservation

PROJECT MANAGER : Department of Conservation

ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN: Michael Wyatt Architects

STRUCTURAL ENGINER : Lewis Bradford

SERVICES ENGINERS : MWH New Zealand

REFEREES : Michael Wyatt 03 442 8709, Richard Struthers 03 442 6487

ACCOLADES : Registered New Zealand Master Builders Federation Regional Bronze Award 2008 in Allied Tourism and Leisure Category.