The architectural and design contract for Rototuna’s new library and community hub, has been awarded to a talented team of local designers by the Hamilton City Council.
The $1 million crement and supervision has been awarded to local architects Chow:Hill, supported by sub-consultants Designwell and AECOM.
Council’s Key Projects Programme Manager, Natasha Ryan said the new library and community hub is about providing a ‘cultural heart’ for the Rototuna community.
“One thing that was really attractive about the Chow:Hill pitch was they really understood the importance of listening to the community and providing spaces for that voice to be reflected in the design.
“The people of Rototuna have told us they would like a unique and buzzing community village and Chow:Hill are committed to reflecting this through their design elements.
“Chow:Hill ‘s pitch drew inspiration from the rich cultural heritage of the local whenua in the area, while also weaving in modern requirements to create a dynamic, vibrant library and community hub that we hope both reflects, nurtures and inspires the Rototuna community,’ Ryan said.
The library and community hub will be next to the new village square.
Over the coming weeks people in the northeast of the city will be invited to help shape the preliminary designs via the Council’s website and Facebook.
The Rototuna Village construction will get under way next year (2021). Plans include the library with community hub, outdoor spaces and car parks as well as a village square with an open area for community events and spaces to play, relax and enjoy community life. The village square also provides access to toilets, walkways, buses, cycleways and Korikori Park. Cafes, shops and other businesses are also proposed by a private developer.
– from NewsViews
