CSI Auckland

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The former College dates from 1926 and was built to provide accommodation for candidates for the Methodist ministry.  The project involved the refurbishment of the Former Methodist Theological College for Church of Scientology International.  

DPA Architects acted as heritage consultants for the project and assisted the client in understanding and mitigating the impact of seismic upgrading and retrofitting of services in a multi-storeyed heritage building.

The refurbishment will ensure the ongoing protection and enhancement of the heritage fabric contained within the buildings.  DPA Architects also prepared a Construction Management Plan for the proposed work.

The project was the recipient of a Gold Award in the Heritage/Restoration Category at the recent New Zealand Commercial Project Awards, 2018.

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Auckland
Church of Scientology
Church of Scientology
Church of Scientology
Church of Scientology
Church of Scientology
Church of Scientology
Church of Scientology
Church of Scientology

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DPA Architects was founded by Dave Pearson in 1996 with the aim of providing clients with expertise in heritage architecture.

Since that time, DPA Architects has become one of New Zealand’s foremost architectural practices specialising in that area. The practice continues to strive for excellence in architecture and seeks to provide the best possible outcome for its clients.

DPA Architects has also developed a high level of technical expertise through involvement with a large number of projects ranging from large commercial projects to small domestic alterations. Projects have included restaurants, churches, educational facilities, town halls, railway stations, dwellings, historic military buildings, museums, theatres, office buildings, community facilities, cemeteries, old hotels, and courthouses.

The practice has been closely involved with the Christchurch rebuild since the earthquakes in 2010-2012. As a result, we have developed considerable understanding of building behaviour during earthquakes as well as extensive experience in retrofitting buildings to resist seismic forces. 

Heritage buildings are often required to meet current design standards. DPA Architects are experienced in the upgrading of these buildings including the provision of disabled access.