MADE

2023

Typology: Commercial Refurbishment
Completion: 2023
Location: Hamilton East
Contractor: Stark
Photographer: Simon Wilson
Collaborators: Designwell & Stark

Seamlessly blending modern aesthetics with market-like ambiance, MADE is a visionary refurbishment project by Stark that represents urban regeneration at its best. Nestled in the centre of Grey Street, MADE has redefined the retail and hospitality community of Hamilton East. In order to reconnect people with the river, the architecture intended to create a sense of immersion in the riverside landscape. A steel spiral staircase acts as both a visual anchor and a means of connecting the street level market with the 'sheds' below. Inherent in MADE's character, timber joinery adds warmth, innovation, and a sense of heritage that reflects Hamilton East's past. Through a thoughtful blending of materiality, MADE emerges as a vibrant space for Kirikiriroa.

This wonderful new development in Hamilton East repurposes an old council building into a vibrant village hub. A curated selection of artisan vendors culminates in an exciting shopping experience and brings together some of the Waikato’s most creative makers and doers. The spiral staircase builds a connection from the street to the river, while the open balconies provide sweeping views across Hamilton’s CBD to Pirongia. This development is a celebration of the city and it’s creative talent.

 - Te Kāhui Whaihanga NZ Institute of Architects
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