Early Childhood Centre

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Guys Homestead is a 19th century Victorian villa associated with early European farming activity in Auckland.   The homestead was extensively damaged by fire in 2012.

The project involved the restoration of the homestead and the development of a country style inspired childcare to the rear of the building.

Two contemporary barn structures were constructed to the rear of the homestead forming a partially enclosed courtyard.  A central verandah connnected all three buildings. 

The homestead and barn structures were linked by a recessed glazed wall and entry canopy. 

The surviving front section of the homestead was salvaged and repositioned and the aesthetic value of the original brick chimneys were restored.

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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.