Hawke’s Bay Airport Fire Station

Practice
RTA Studio

Category
Public Architecture

Location
Gisborne/Hawkes Bay

The jury valued the simplicity of this design and how well it supports both its function and the people who work within it. The project achieves clarity through a simple form that responds directly to its landscape and purpose. A tilted roofline and restrained materials give it a calm, confident presence. Inside, the balance between large appliance areas and smaller human-scaled spaces is carefully handled. The layout supports clear operations without feeling industrial. Raised above the flood plain and designed for emergencies, the building shows strong foresight and resilience.

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