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Cubro Warehouse 

Designed to house over 5,000m2 of warehouse, workshop spaces, retail showrooms and offices the client required a building that could serve multiple functions yet still provide them with a recognisable and unique identity in the area.

While the overall form is based on the simple and efficient warehouse portal it was important that the office and showrooms were articulated in a way that set them apart from not only the functional warehouse section but also the surrounding industrial neighbourhood. The office envelope has been wrapped with bronze zinc cladding and glazed curtain walls giving this area more prominence on the street front, while the balcony elements have been expressed as Corten steel ‘cubes’ that open to reveal a softer timber internal skin.

Location: Tauranga

Year Completed: 2017

Awards:

  • NZIA Waikato Bay of Plenty: Architecture Award

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Creating places that truly matter, Wingates is an award-winning Architecture & Interior Design studio, offering expert design solutions across commercial, residential, workplace, retail, hospitality, healthcare, and education sectors. Established in 2004, we have offices in Auckland, Tauranga, Hamilton, and Christchurch, delivering thoughtful and innovative design outcomes that meet the needs of clients, users, and communities alike.

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At Wingates, we see design as an investment—one that shapes spaces, enhances experiences, and creates enduring value. Our evolving skillset and passion for innovation drive us to craft environments that inspire, connect, and truly matter.

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