Hundertwasser Art Centre Whangarei
By Equus Industries
The Hundertwasser Art Centre has been on the drawing board for years and finally came alive last year but was only officially opened last month following months of COVID restrictions. This centre, which was built as a legacy to the well-known Austrian artist and visionary, Friedensreich Hundertwasser, was designed to include the man’s particular artistry and architecture. The centre represents Hundertwasser’s art, just as the famous Kawakawa public toilets have done for years.
The design for this architectural work of art took many years, with Equus Industries involved with the architects all along the way, working to provide a waterproofing solution for the structure. This included a roof garden which ended up being insulated at the same time as being waterproofed. Other areas such as the ramp were also waterproofed. The Duotherm Green Roof system – using the DuO Landscape membrane - was installed over several months by our applicators in Whangarei, resulting in an impressive garden.
This system complies with the New Zealand Building Code, and the DuO Landscape membranes hold current BRANZ appraisals.
Architect: HB Architecture
Applicator: Whangarei Waterproofing Ltd
Photo: Supplied by Hundertwasser Art Centre
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Equus Industries Limited is a private limited liability Company (#120201) incorporated in Blenheim New Zealand in 1982.
The company commenced business, immediately after formation, as a manufacturer of specialist coating systems for commercial buildings. This remains the main thrust of the operation to this day, with additional high quality complementary products introduced extending the range to encompass a full range of coating and waterproofing materials for all types of construction.
In addition to supplying the New Zealand market, Equus started exporting specialist lines from late 1983 to Australia, the South Pacific and South East Asia. More recently developing strong links with distributors in both Australia and South East Asia.
Since formation, growth has been steady and continuous at an average 15% annual compound rate. The company now has a multi-million dollar turnover and is respected as a supplier of qualityprotection materials to the construction industry.
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