By Oamaru Stone (Parkside Quarries)
With Ōamaru stone at its core, The Otago University’s Central Library has been recognised as one of the world’s 25 Libraries Every Voracious Reader Must Absolutely Visit by American social news and entertainment company BuzzFeed.
The Central Library is an uplifting building, designed by architects Hardy Holzman Pfeiffer and Associates (HHPA) from Los Angeles, in partnership with OCTA and OPUS International Consultants.
"The design remains just as exciting today as it was when the building was first opened."
“The design is reflective of the local Otago environment. The fawn coloured, wave patterned carpet has links with Otago’s tussock lands, while the stacked carrels were inspired by the sea birds’ rookeries on the Otago peninsula. The magnificent Ōamaru stone wall was designed to create an inner streetscape and as a useful orienting device to users to locate themselves within the building,” Mrs Miller, the Otago Associate University says.
Product: Split and bolstered Ōamaru stone
Size: Custom
Colour palette: White base tones with naturally coloured stones
Architect: Hardy Holzman Pfeiffer and Associates (HHPA) from Los Angeles, in partnership with OCTA and OPUS International Consultants.
Stone mason: Dooleys Masonry, Oamaru
Looking for a natural, high-quality limestone for your next building or landscaping project? Look no further than Ōamaru Stone, sourced responsibly from our family-owned quarry in the Waitaki district of New Zealand's South Island. Our limestone boasts exceptional quality and versatility, with custom cutting, carving, and shaping available to bring your unique vision to life. Let the elegance of Ōamaru Stone enhance your next project.
As professionals in the construction industry, you understand the importance of using high-quality, naturally occurring materials in your projects. That's why we want to introduce you to Ōamaru Stone - our architectural limestone sourced responsibly from the abundant, natural limestone deposits found in our family-owned quarry: Parkside Quarry, located in Ōamaru, North Otago. Our family has been involved in farming and quarrying for six generations, resulting in the establishment of Parkside Quarry, Parkside Limeworks, and Ōamaru Stone.
When it comes to constructing modern and sophisticated buildings, you know that the material used makes a significant impact. Since the 1860s, limestone has been quarried from various sites around Otago to construct some of New Zealand's most iconic buildings, including the Oamaru Opera House. Today, Parkside Quarry is the only remaining quarry in Otago, making our Ōamaru Stone limestone a unique and desirable choice for architects and builders alike. Our state-of-the-art facilities utilise advanced machinery, including our 5 Axis CNC Machine, the largest of its kind in New Zealand and one of only two in Australasia. Plus, our low-emission production process and zero-waste policy reflect our commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility.
When it comes to constructing elegant and sophisticated buildings, choosing the right material is crucial. That's why we invite you to turn to Ōamaru Stone for high-quality, responsibly sourced limestone for your next project. Contact us today to learn more about our products and services.