Posted by Amanda, Friday, November 19, 2010

82 Selwyn Street - Onehunga








Everyone that visits our office asks what the building originally was used for & our space is much admired.

Our working environment is a tall building which was constructed in 1920, it's original function was as the Boy's Woodwork class (located adjacent to the original Onehunga School). With a twin building next door which was the Girl's Cookery class, pupils would bus from across the Auckland region -  schools as far away as Papakura to take classes here. At some later stage the buildings were utilised as an orphanage & beyond that sat dormant for many years.

When we took the building on it resembled an abandoned bunker, over-run with shrubbery & un-loved. We were fortunate enough to win over the landlord & convinced them that we would give the building a new lease of life. After many hours of hard work, scouring second-hand shops & a clear vision of what the building was to be has paid off - We have a beautiful place for our clients, friends & peers to visit in the heart of Onehunga.

Our inspirational space has gained attention from local creative industry voice ProDesign & Officeal who have featured stories on our unique office.

Take a look at some of the photographs, some of the before & after which show the transformation of our space or call in & see us to take a look around.

2 comments

2010 12 10

mariciabydesign.co.nz

Hey amanda,

82.co.nz office space looks fantastic!
What a difference a bit of sprucing can do.
WOWEEE!!!

And great attention. Well done!

Will see if this posts ok on our design page.

Maricia x

2011 03 20

efisia

excellent refurbishment. grin

efisia.
architect, ec_studio milano, italy.

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