Convention Centre Precinct

The Christchurch Convention Centre Precinct is located in Christchurch Central City, New Zealand. It includes Te Pae convention centre. The construction of the precinct was funded by the Crown as part of the Christchurch Central Recovery Plan following the 2011 Christchurch earthquake.[1][2]

Christchurch Convention Centre Precinct
LocationChristchurch Central City, Christchurch, New Zealand
Coordinates43.52969°S 172.63557°E / -43.52969; 172.63557
OwnerŌtākaro Ltd
OperatorASM Global
ArchitectWoods Bagot & Warren and Mahoney
Opened17 December 2021 (2021-12-17)
Construction cost
NZ$ 450 million
Theatre seating
1,400
Enclosed space
 • Exhibit hall floor2,800 square metres (30,000 sq ft)
 • Breakout/meeting1,600 square metres (17,000 sq ft)
Website
https://www.tepae.co.nz/

The precinct has an area of approximately 1.7 hectares (4.2 acres).

Te Pae (Christchurch Convention Centre)

Ōtākaro Ltd. opened Te Pae convention centre on 17 December 2021, following several delays, primarily due to a delay in construction and commissioning caused by COVID-19 restrictions as the original date was supposed to be in 2017. At a price of $450 million NZD, it came in slightly under budget.[1]

Construction of the precinct shown across the Avon River

Facilities and design

Te Pae was designed by Woods Bagot & Warren and Mahoney.[3]

Exterior tiles of Te Pae

The 43,000 exterior tiles reflect the Canterbury region's braided rivers; the river concept is extended throughout the building, influencing the shape of the windows and the carpet design.

The Avon River, Victoria Square, and Cathedral Square are visible from the building, and the route of Gloucester Street was interrupted for a block by the site.

The reception area contains a marble reception desk, timber columns, and an illuminated artwork named Hana, designed by sculptor Loni Hutchinson. It includes a 1400-seat auditorium that can divide into two 700-seat areas. There are numerous conference rooms downstairs and a 2800m2 exhibition hall that can be partitioned or enlarged to 3300m2. The banquet hall has a capacity of 1000 people used for gatherings and seminars. The River Rooms, which overlook the Avon River, can accommodate up to 500 people apiece. They can be joined to accommodate 1,000 guests for major banquets and gala events.[1][4][5]

Management

ASM Global, an American company, will manage the building, which will employ 200 people. Fifty people will be employed full-time, while 150 will be employed part-time to provide technical, hospitality, and security services for events.[1]

References
  1. "Te Pae opens in Christchurch with 100 events booked for 2022". Stuff. 17 December 2021. Retrieved 19 December 2021.
  2. "Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre". Woods Bagot. Retrieved 19 December 2021.
  3. "Christchurch Convention Centre » Otakaro Ltd » Otakaro Ltd". www.otakaroltd.co.nz. Retrieved 19 December 2021.
  4. "Sneak peek inside Te Pae reveals river-inspired curved lines". Stuff. 19 February 2021. Retrieved 19 December 2021.
  5. "River Rooms". www.tepae.co.nz. Retrieved 19 December 2021.
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