Objectspace

By RTA Studio

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This building is the home of Objectspace, a public gallery dedicated to craft, design and architecture. The building has been repurposed to contain two galleries, four exhibition spaces, function space and office area.

The former 1980’s warehouse has been transformed through the addition of an illuminated aluminum cube façade which has in turn become a cohesive part of the Objectspace identity.

The simple box structure is composed of modular forms that highlight the simplicity and beauty of objects within space. Backlit at night the exterior geometry references the transformation of everyday objects and forms when utilizing light.

Awards

  • 2018 Property Industry Awards - Order of Merit
  • 2018 NZIA Auckland Architecture Award - Small Projects Category
  • 2018 Architizer A+ Awards Finalist - Cultural-Gallery
  • 2018 Best Gold Award - Public and Institutional Spaces
  • 2018 Best Gold Award - Colour Award Spatial
  • 2018 Best Silver Award - Lighting Design
  • 2018 Best Silver Award - Repurposed Spaces
  • 2018 Best Finalist - Value of Design Award

Grey Lynn,  Auckland,  380sqm

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RTA Studio has received more than 60 New Zealand and international awards, including Home of The Year, a World Architecture Festival category win and the New Zealand Architecture Medal.

Richard Naish founded RTA Studio in 1999 after a successful career with top practices in London and Auckland. We are a practice that focuses on delivering exceptional design with a considered and personal service. Our work aims to make a lasting contribution to the urban and natural context by challenging, provoking and delighting.

Our studio is constantly working within the realms of public, commercial and urban design as well as sensitive residential projects. We are committed to a sustainable built environment and are at the forefront developing carbon neutral buildings.