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Punawai Music Studio
Punawai Music Studio
Albany, Auckland, New Zealand
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Punawai Music Studio
Albany, Auckland, New Zealand
The building nestles into a small shady tree lined site where it looks to blend into this natural setting becoming a treehouse with curving form, green roof and soft timber cladding. The form of the building responds to the site, curving around the trees, with the studios looking out into nature with floor-to-ceiling glass windows and a large circular skylight in the centre of the building capturing the leafy canopy and dappled sunlight. The name Punawai, crafted by Kereama Nathan, reflects the buildings purpose as a source of musical knowledge and refers to the flowing of music from performer to listener. The six individual music studios are designed to ensure optimal soundproofing, allowing for simultaneous use without interference from competing sounds; this is complemented by the building's large central atrium, a welcoming space with comfortable seating where students can gather, relax, and prepare for their lessons. The Head of Performing Arts, speaks to the impact of Punawai: "The opening of our stunning new building has instantly transformed the music teaching and learning experiences taking place in our itinerant programmes. The attention to detail and investment in a combination of contemporary interior design with future-proof technology, soundproofing, natural light and climate control means that teachers and students can work with focus and comfort, leading to the very best outcomes. The space itself allows for transparency, collaboration, and connection between the students and teachers who work in each of the six rooms. The students love seeing who's playing what and also dreaming about which instrument they might pick up in the future." The building features a ‘green roof’ planted with native vegetation, adding an aesthetic appeal and contributing to sustainable water management by allowing for slow runoff. The entire construction process was guided by environmental responsibility.
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