2025 Wellington Architecture Awards Winner
The Majestic Centre (1991)
Completed in the early 90s, the Majestic Centre continues to stand as Wellington's tallest building, its distinctive crown a prominent feature of the city’s skyline. Embracing the post-modern architectural style of its era, the tower's bold forms and striking composition showcase a confident departure from preceding minimalist trends. The use of high-quality materials, stone cladding and meticulous detailing reflect a commitment to enduring design. At street level, the building thoughtfully addresses the challenging topography of Willis and Boulcott Streets, with cascading canopies that provide both visual interest and practical wind protection. The generous, light-filled atrium foyer, notable for its scale and material richness, is an uncommon feature in Wellington’s commercial architecture. As the building undergoes refurbishment it is hoped that the original character and bold use of colour and materiality in the foyer will be respected, preserving the design intent that has contributed to the Majestic Centre’s significance in Wellington’s architectural landscape.
- Practice
- Jasmax and Manning & Associates Architects Ltd
- Category
- Enduring Architecture
- Location
- Wellington
