LOCATION:  Christchurch. Warren & Mahoney Architects. Cory Bedford structural design  on behalf of CCC. CHALLENGES:  Innovative design with several individual steel-framed elements combining to create one building with high level glazing and ventilation. SOLUTION:  Extremely detailed and intricate steel structural design work to protect the integrity of this wonderful architecture.  

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.

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.

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.

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.