DRAFT BASIS FOR TESTING There are multiple ways to configure the uses and space requirements on the civic area described on the previous pages. A testing process using the criteria set out in Table 2 has been used to evaluate five different options for civic area. The better of these will move forward to being further considered to the preferred option (section 4).
5 different high level options
testing by criteria
best high level option proceeds
design best option (see section 4)
TESTING PROCESS
The criteria reference back to the Civic Precinct Framework values. It is noted that the criteria are based on differentiating factors - all options considered provide for the use and space requirements outlined on the previous page. The options that have been tested against these criteria are described in further detail in Appendix 2. A summary of the testing is set out on the following page.
DESIGN DRIVERS
CRITERIA FOR TESTING PLAN
CIVIC PRECINCT FRAMEWORK REFERENCES
PARTNERSHIP ENABLING
• generates opportunity for expressions of partnership
Expression of community leadership
• p resents democracy transparently/accessibly
Foster collaboration and cohabitation
• enhances inter-governmental cooperation
Maori heritage and presence
• dynamic and vibrant local presence
Maori heritage and presence
• complementary to existing city structure and connections
Outstanding design that compliments the city
• enabling of local narrative and activity
Multi-modal connectivity
• intuitive to find and see civic functions
Expression of art
• comfortable, sunny, sheltered inclusive spaces
Flexible spaces
• inside and outside visibility and activity relationship
Outstanding design that compliments the city
CONTEXT RESPONSIVE
POSITIVE INTEGRATED BUILDINGS AND OPEN SPACE
• mix of indoor/outdoor spaces - scalable for different size groups/activities STAGEABLE + FLEXIBLE
ENABLING + VALUE CONSCIOUS
CARBON CONSCIOUS
• stageability to address known and unknown needs for NCC
Flexible spaces
• leaves useful site areas to enable utilisation by future uses
Foster collaboration and cohabitation
• staged work provides positive space for transitional activities
Safe and inclusive place for all
• provides for/catalyses private and other public investment
Economic stimulus
• provides proportionally effective, efficient building spaces
Enhancing social connection
• provides value to community and recognises affordability
Outstanding design that compliments the city
• e ncourages transport accessibility by active modes
Expression of community leadership
• reuses existing structure • e nables low energy use buildings Table 2. Criteria for Testing BOFFA MISKELL + ATHFIELD ARCHITECTS + JACOB SCOTT │ DRAFT AHURIRI/NAPIER LIBRARY AND CIVIC AREA PLAN | AUGUST 2021 22
