The Kind Foundation, Papa Hou
Category
Location
Christchurch, NZ
Client
Papa Hou via Cook Brothers Construction
Contract Type
Design and Construct
Year
2023
The Kind Foundation's new three storey, 4000m² facility, Papa Hou officially opened in Christchurch in November 2023. Formerly known as the YMCA Christchurch, the rebranding aims to convey a more inclusive ethos.
Cook Brothers Construction engaged VAE Group to deliver the mechanical services for Stage 2 of the project. This phase entailed the construction of a dedicated building for the foundation’s community-based activities. The facility includes a black box theatre, preschool, health and wellbeing spaces, educational facilities for young people, dance and movement studios, and various support tenants, including a general medical practice and physiotherapy.
Papa Hou stands as a cross-cultural and cross-generational haven, a vibrant new home at the heart of Otautahi Christchurch for the local community.
VAE Group is honoured to have collaborated with Cook Brothers on this iconic project, contributing to the well-being of the people of Christchurch.
#Gallery
External
Foyer
Meeting Room
Main Gym - In Progress
Main Gym - Complete
Main Gym - In Progress
Wayfinding Signage
Main Heatpump Plantroom
Plant Deck
Black Box Theatre
