| Client: | Rapaki Property Group |
| Location | Level 7 and Level 8, 85 The Terrace, Wellington |
| Architect | Wright & Gray Architects Ltd |
Having previously converted Level 3 at 85 the Terrace from tired building stock into a habitable, fresh and vibrant office space, the building owner had confidence in CCi and again asked us to convert a further two floors to house a tenancy for MSD.
MSD was faced with the challenge of finding alternate tenancy space after the Kaikoura earthquake and had strict occupation dates. CCi came on board early, during the negotiation phase, and provided valuable feasibility and construction advice. This ensured both MSD and the landlord could proceed with the project in confidence.
This fitout was custom-designed to suit MSD requirements. CCi worked with: the landlord’s Architect; MSD’s Architectural Advisor; the building owner; and other key MSD stakeholders. This ensured we were able to manage the landlord’s expectations, while also following the tenant’s specific brief. MSD had high specification details that required thought and careful planning. This included: acoustic rated walls; new security systems; corporate design requirements; and feature lift lobby linings. CCi also co-coordinated PS1 designs for seismic wall and ceiling bracing and worked with the tenants’ nominated contractors to meet their technology needs.
The solution to meet the specified time-constraints was to run a combined landlord basebuild and MCHF. Work ran to a tight schedule, with floors handed over a month apart. Stage One had a programme of just eight weeks, which also included design of the mechanical ventilation system.
This has only been achieved by working on both floors at the same time, monitoring the site on a day-by-day basis (sometimes hour-by-hour) and making timely request for information from the project team and the City Council.
A great rapport was developed between the project team and any technical questions or construction queries were handled efficiently and effectively. The finished fit-out is quiet, comfortable and modern and both the landlord and tenant are very happy with the space created.