Tākina Wellington Convention & Exhibition Centre
Tākina Wellington Convention and Exhibition Centre is a large-scale development located near the Wellington Waterfront, adjacent to Te Papa National Museum.
Designed as a world-class venue, it is adaptable for hosting conferences, exhibitions and various events. The centre spans three floors, offering a range of spaces including exhibition halls, meeting rooms, hospitality areas, and a large auditorium. Tākina symbolises Wellington’s commitment to biculturalism, sustainability and accessibility. It is envisioned as a hub for public, business and tourism activities, contributing to the city’s vibrant cultural landscape.
CLIENT
Willis Bond for Wellington City Council
LOCATION
Wellington, NZ
COMPLETED
2023
Images
Jason Mann Photography
Our Scope
Marshall Day Acoustics was involved in the project from concept design phase through to commissioning. Our scope included sound insulation, an extensive review of mechanical services (both internally and externally) and design of reverberation control.
CHALLENGES
Given the large, flexible internal spaces at Tākina, which can accommodate events of varying sizes and simultaneous bookings, sound insulation between floors was critical, while maintaining an open and accessible flow. The lobby spaces, which serve as public circulation areas, were designed to balance the need for a vibrant and welcoming environment, while preserving the comfort and privacy of users in other parts of the building. Achieving acoustic performance without compromising on sustainability or architectural vision, required close collaboration with the project team.
Awards
Best Design Awards - Gold Pin (Public, Private & Institutional Spaces), 2023
Wellington Property People Awards - Winner (Best Team Award), 2023
Wellington Property People Awards - Supreme Excellence Award, 2023
New Zealand Commercial Project Awards - Gold Award (Tourism & Leisure), 2024
PCNZ Property Industry Awards - Excellence (Civic, Health & Arts), 2024
PCNZ Property Industry Awards - Best in Category (Civic, Health & Arts), 2024
NZGBC - 5-Star Green Star Design-certified and Custom Built Rating
NZIA Wellington Architecture Awards - Winner (Public Architecture), 2024
NZIA Wellington Architecture Awards - Winner (Resene Colour Award), 2024
INDE Awards - Shortlisted (The Building Space), 2024
PROJECT TEAM
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