Entries by Coen Lammers

Rolleston Square

January 25, 2019 in /by

LOCATION:  Rolleston. Weir Walker Architecture. Structural design by Cory Bedford on behalf of Structex. CHALLENGES:  Multiple component structure required a pragmatic, cost-effective solution for the developer. SOLUTION:  Structural engineering expertise came through in this project to achieve efficient standardisation of elements to create an economical outcome for the client PARTNERS:   Weir Walker Architecture.

Upper Riccarton Community & School Library

January 25, 2019 in /by

LOCATION:  Christchurch. Warren and Mahoney Architects. Structural design by Cory Bedford on behalf of Christchurch City Council. CHALLENGES:  Multiple needs from multiple clients and organisations using this building which includes a council service centre, a library and classrooms for Riccarton High School. SOLUTION:  Very detailed structural steel design to protect the architect’s vision and close […]

EBOS Office Building

January 25, 2019 in /by

LOCATION:  Christchurch. Athfield Architects. Designed by Cory Bedford on behalf of OTS CHALLENGES:  Polished concrete feature stairs. SOLUTION:  Hidden steel structure to create the strength that protects the polished concrete aesthetic of the stairs.

New Lynn TOD Station

January 19, 2019 in /by

LOCATION:  Auckland. Designed by James Knight on behalf of Beca. CHALLENGES:  Designing a large canopy structure to be constructed adjacent to a temporarily relocated railway line, while the new trench was constructed. SOLUTION:  Detail the steel frame to be prefabricated as much as possible, so it could be erected quickly during scheduled rail closures. PARTNERS:   […]

Fonterra Head Office

January 18, 2019 in /by

LOCATION:  Auckland. Refit of interior stairway. CHALLENGES:  Detailing a new stair handrail to an existing stair structure with extensive existing timber joinery installed. SOLUTION:  Multiple site visits during construction to alter connection details as existing as-built details were discovered.

Quad 7

January 18, 2019 in /by

LOCATION:  Auckland. Designed by James Knight on behalf of Harrison Grierson. CHALLENGES:  Design bespoke exposed steel connections to the large V-columns. SOLUTION:  Worked closely with architect and undertook 3D modelling/rendering to solve the complex 3D interface of the connections. PARTNERS:   Harrison Grierson.

TVNZ Television Centre

January 18, 2019 in /by

LOCATION:  Auckland. Warren and Mahoney Architects. Designed by James Knight on behalf of Harrison Grierson. CHALLENGES:  Building around operational satellite systems, critical to national broadcasting service. SOLUTION:  Close liaison with the client to remain within very strict working parameters. PARTNERS:   Warren and Mahoney Architects.

Mason Steele House

January 9, 2019 in /by

LOCATION:  Wanaka. Thom Craig Architects. CHALLENGES:  Large curved roof cantilever created unusual engineering challenges because of the limited number of weight-bearing points to support the roof. SOLUTION:  Creating an intricate steel structure to support the curved roof while protecting the aesthetic of the architectural design. PARTNERS:   Thom Craig Architects.

Smith House

January 9, 2019 in /by

LOCATION:  Christchurch. Matz Architects. CHALLENGES:  Earthquake prone TC2/TC3 land piled foundations with large, heavy two-storey structure. SOLUTION:  Combined steel and concrete panel structure to provide required strength while maintaining the vision of the architect. PARTNERS:   Matz Architects.

Shotover River House

January 9, 2019 in /by

LOCATION:  Shotover River, Queenstown Thom Craig Architects. CHALLENGES:  High-end intricate architectural features demanded detailed structural design. SOLUTION:  Close working relationship with the architect resulted in structural solutions that maintained the integrity of the architectural design. PARTNERS:   Thom Craig Architects.