Merge in Takapuna
Merge in Takapuna is a mixed-use development / residential skyscraper currently (2008) going through the resource consent process in Takapuna, North Shore City, New Zealand.[1] At about 100 m, it will be the second tallest building in Takapuna, next to the Sentinel tower already built directly adjacent to the future site.[2]
The building is to 'merge' a wide number of uses, including a high-rise residential tower of approximately 30 stories[3] containing around 110 apartments, a lower office section with four very large levels providing 360 degree city and harbour views, which sits atop a multi-level public car park for 750 cars, which the developer will build for North Shore City Council.[3] The ground level of the building is to contain shops and restaurants and in turn sits atop another four levels of basement car park.[1]
The public car park, which is a central element of the Council's plan for the future parking strategy for Takapuna, will cost around NZ$ 30 million, offset partly by the NZ$ 12.5 million that the developer will pay for the site (previously the 'Gasometer') at the corner of Auburn Street and Huron Street [3][4]
After being stalled for some years by the Global Financial Crisis, the project proceeded to recource consent stage in mid 2010.[5]
References
- ^ a b Merge in Takapuna (official building website from Location Group. Accessed 2008-02-23.)
- ^ 30-storey tower will be 'catalyst for change' - The New Zealand Herald, Thursday 26 April 2007
- ^ a b c Car park for Takapuna a major step closer - North Shore City Council press release, Thursday 19 April 2007.
- ^ New complex e-Merges - North Shore City Council press release, Thursday 20 September 2007.
- ^ Tower plans unfold North Shore Times
External links
- Merge in Takapuna (official building website)
- Merge in Takapuna (perspective drawing of the building)