Pounamu Apartments

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This was one of the first two multi-residential projects that brought Koia Architects to Queenstown. This was the first of a multi-staged commercial development, to include 72 two bedroomed, multi-keyed apartments. Thirty-four, 1,2 and 3 bedroom apartments, twenty, two-bedroomed apartments plus a one hundred and fifteen room, Hilton Hotel.  

These twin keyed units provided a major and a minor apartment, to increase letting options. To maximise views, the apartments utilise a split level design to allow the main bedroom to look over the living space and out to the lake views. Basement car parking elevates the ground apartments. Large shutters were used to the ground floor to provide greater privacy and improve the reduction of road noise if required. They give the development a unique appearance that saw them endearingly nick-named, 'the wardrobes'. The upper floor apartment steps back to allow a small terrace, which in turn also allows screening of the rd and possible noise.

A high level of detail was able to be achieved within a price-sensitive market and this has seen this accommodation being well-reviewed on accommodation web sites.   

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Koia Architects has been practising the art of architecture for over 20 years. Established in Auckland in 1995 by architect Tony Koia, a second office was opened in Queenstown in 2004. Having offices in both the city and the mountains gives this boutique practice the unique ability to offer a personal and tailored full architectural service, with a commitment to 'Total Design' using sustainable 'Whole of Life' best practice.

“Your home should be a reflection of you, the site and the space in between.”

To reflect this commitment Koia Architects Auckland Ltd and Koia Architects Queenstown Ltd were created in 2006 to provide better service to both regions.Initial projects included all types of residential and apartment fit-outs including their integrated interiors, and landscaping design. This quickly expanded to include townhouses, terrace houses, apartment buildings, office fit-outs, commercial projects and hotel design. 

As part of the maturing New Zealand residential market over, we have enjoyed providing creative solutions for different types of living environments and seeing our clients appreciate the benefits of these.Working in a wide range of residential and commercial projects keeps us fresh and always provides aspects that enrich future projects – regardless of the size or type.Each commission is special and unique.

Every client brings a different hierarchy of requirements and we identify these at the outset - whether they be aesthetic, quality, time or budget constraints - so a successful outcome is achieved. We encourage our clients to be involved throughout the design process as this often brings about a more fulfilling result.