By MODE Design
This is a landmark project delivering both a high security correctional facility and a forensic mental health facility for the New Zealand Government. The project has an approximate total value of NZ$750 million, with early works already commenced on site.
Client: Department of Corrections NZ
Location: Waikeria, NZ
The new facility is set to commence operation in 2022. The project comprises the design of a new purpose built correctional centre delivering accommodation for 500 prisoners with an integrated secure mental health treatment precinct, providing world class care for an additional 100 prisoners. The new facility is located on the existing Waikeria Prison site in the Waikato region of New Zealand’s North Island. With this project, MODE are providing a coordinated design consultancy of Architects, Landscape Architects, Interior Designers and Graphic Designers. MODE have also engaged with Chow Hill Architects as local consultants in the Waikato region. MODE are keenly working with the CIP team and the New Zealand Government to deliver a world class facility that delivers on the Department of Corrections key priorities and long-term goals.
With eight studios and over 130 staff, MODE is an international design practice, delivering world-class multidisciplinary outcomes for clients and partners throughout Australia, New Zealand and Asia.
Derived from the very definition of ‘mode’
“A manner, way, or method of doing something, experiencing something, or acting.
A particular form or kind.”
From the very first stages of design through to project completion, MODE's work is underwritten by our core values, derived from the very definition of “mode” itself. Exploring the three principles of manner, method and form, MODE ensures that each project is undertaken with a clear, consistent and cohesive approach. This allows MODE to achieve mutual vision of the client’s goals and see this grow into something that exceeds expectations. It’s the MODE way, a signature style, which sets MODE apart and adds value to everything MODE do.
MANNER
MODE believes a collaborative approach is paramount to enabling effective communication throughout every project.
METHOD
As a multidisciplinary design practice, MODE's process is solution-focused, based on an innovative design-led approach that is informed through using best practice tools, learned knowledge and research.
FORM
MODE design outcomes are adaptable, flexible solutions that meet clients needs and fulfil their sustainable objectives. The overall form is reflective of MODE's approach.
MODE specialises in the provision of consulting services in the areas of Architecture, Interior Design, Master Planning, Urban Design, Landscape Architecture and Graphic Design. MODE provide innovative and high-quality design solutions for clients in the areas of multi-residential housing, community services, education facilities, law and order, health, defence, industrial, hospitality venues, commercial and retail projects, aviation, transport and infrastructure. MODE also specialises in providing design ingenuity in remote, rural and tropical locations.