Norwood Manawatu Palmerston North

Built in the Agri-hub of the Manawatu, the new Norwood Manawatu Building stands tall and proud on its El Prado Drive site. 

Drawing inspiration from the rural roots and Norwood’s high reputation within the farming industry. The finished result created a state-of-the-art showroom, workshop, and office space.
Aorangi Specialist Centre

Broadway Radiology Ltd, Palmerston North

Inspiration for this design comes from a simple leaf. From there the seed
was planted and the project grew organically.

The main leaf greets you from the road frontage with herringbone paving leading you up to the entry doors. The leaf continues inside until you are met by the open and spacious reception with views out to the court yard beyond.

The natural theme has been continued inside with the use of colours, textures and indoor planting. Each space is designed to create its own Individualised customer experience.

The precast concrete is imprinted with a natural grass pattern, which has been continued onto the glass façade, providing filtered light from the high level windows into the passageways. LED lights have been installed to enable the client to display various colours commemorating events such as Breast Cancer Awareness Week. Cedar weatherboards add texture and warmth. Extensive planting and landscaping make the exterior look inviting from the street.

Energy efficiency has been well considered in all aspects of construction including above code insulation, double glazing, LED lighting and highly efficient HVAC systems with heat recovery.

This state-of-the-art building will house various medical professionals for years to come. With positive response from the community and a grand street presence, what started as a brief has grown into a landmark.

Big Chill

Palmerston North

Designed to support the growing demands of a nationwide logistics operation, the Big Chill Distribution Centre delivers a purpose-built facility that combines scale, efficiency and functionality.

The client required a large-format warehouse capable of accommodating multiple trucks and high-volume product movement, while ensuring daily operations could run smoothly and efficiently, with office and administration spaces integrated in the design to create a practical and future-focused workplace. Careful consideration was given to circulation, loading access and workflow, allowing vehicles, staff and freight to move seamlessly throughout the site.

Designed to accommodate the demands of a growing logistics network, the development delivers the scale and flexibility required to support Big Chill’s ongoing success.

Higgins Hawkes Bay

Napier

From completion, to disaster, and back again – Higgins Contractors Hawkes Bay has been a journey!

PAK Design was awarded the contract to master plan the Higgins Contractors facility in 2017, encompassing a new office, workshop, bituman plant, laboratory, chemical store buildings, and improved yard workflow, spanning two sides of the road in Awatoto, Napier. After completion in 2022, the site was hit by devastating floods in February 2023, one of the many tragic effects of Cyclone Gabrielle. All infrastructure on site was damaged beyond repair. A massive clean-up task took place, refurbishment and construction began, and the Higgins team were back in and operating 9 months later.

The result is a future-focused facility that strengthens Higgins’ presence in Hawke’s Bay and stands as a testament to the region’s recovery, providing a purpose-built headquarters designed to support the business for many years to come.

Kalós Windows & Doors

Palmerston North

As one of the Manawatū’s leading aluminium window and door fabricators, Kalós required a purpose-built facility that would support continued growth while reflecting the quality and craftsmanship behind their products.

The development combines a large-format workshop with modern office and administration spaces, creating an efficient environment for both production and customer interaction. Careful consideration was given to workflow, allowing materials and finished products to move seamlessly throughout the facility.

Designed with functionality and future growth in mind, the result is a modern industrial headquarters that reflects the quality, precision and craftsmanship synonymous with the Kalós brand.

ADA

Palmerston North

Australian Defence Apparel were looking for a central NZ location to situate themselves and the Manawatu was chosen.

Security and workflow were the main design considerations. Taking the nature of the clients along with inspiration from the Manawatu drove the design aesthetic. Elements of Concrete and square Linea forms were used to help define and anchor the building. Treatment of concrete surfaces breaks up the harshness whilst still providing a sense of strength and rooting the building to the land. The Manawatu wind was used to draw inspiration, and a repetitive sand blasted pattern was used on the precast.

Mediaworks

Palmerston North

Designed to create a modern and professional workplace, this MediaWorks office fit-out focuses on connectivity, functionality and staff wellbeing.

A combination of open-plan workspaces, private offices and meeting rooms provides flexibility for a range of working styles. Extensive use of glass throughout the fit-out allows natural light to penetrate deep into the building while maintaining clear lines of sight and a strong sense of connection between teams. Thoughtfully integrated breakout and social spaces complement the workplace, creating a welcoming environment that balances collaboration with focused work.

The result is a contemporary office fit-out that reflects the dynamic nature of the MediaWorks brand.

Terra Cat

Porirua

Designed to support the servicing and maintenance of Caterpillar equipment, this purpose-built Terra Cat facility combines modern office spaces with a large-format workshop tailored to the demands of heavy machinery.

The scale of the workshop was a key driver in the design, with generous clear spans, oversized access doors and dedicated service areas allowing for the efficient movement and maintenance of large equipment. Supporting office and administration spaces provide a professional environment for both staff and customers.

Designed to meet the demands of heavy equipment servicing, the facility provides the capacity, flexibility and operational efficiency required to support Terra Cat and its growing customer base.

Allan McNeil

Feilding

This office transformation combined earthquake strengthening with a contemporary office fit-out, creating a modern workplace while preserving a strong connection to its local roots.

A welcoming reception and client-facing spaces were a key focus of the design, with reclaimed timber features adding warmth, character and the use of exposed structural elements celebrating the building’s renewal. The result is a professional and inviting workspace that balances functionality with local pride, providing a modern home for the business well into the future.

JA Russell

Palmerston North

Designed to support both retail and trade customers, the new J.A. Russell Palmerston North facility combines a modern retail showroom with expansive warehouse and storage spaces.

Careful consideration was given to customer experience, product accessibility and operational efficiency, creating a seamless connection between the retail and warehouse environments. The large-format facility provides ample storage capacity while allowing staff to efficiently service the demands of a busy electrical and data supply operation.

Delivering a balance of functionality, efficiency and customer experience, the facility provides J.A. Russell with a modern distribution and retail hub designed to support the Manawatū region for years to come.