We’re proud to share that our Wainui Church project, a heritage restoration and adaptive reuse initiative designed in collaboration with Warren and Mahoney Architects and Objects in association, has been awarded Best Small Project Architecture at the 2024 Canterbury Architecture Awards. The project involved converting a weather-worn church into a contemporary, thoughtfully detailed space that honoured its heritage while meeting modern design standards. Taurus was responsible for the fabrication of the mezzanine floor’s support structure, the distinctive spiral staircase, and custom window shrouds—all integral components in realising the architects’ vision and ensuring the building’s functionality and visual impact. Each element demanded a high level of precision and craftsmanship. The spiral staircase, a centrepiece of the design, required complex geometric fabrication to meet both aesthetic and structural requirements. The mezzanine support structure was fabricated to exacting specifications, enabling the creation of a new usable space within the church’s original structure. Completed in collaboration with RnP Homes and a committed team of consultants and craftspeople, the project has been recognised with the Best Small Project Architecture award at the 2024 Canterbury Architecture Awards, highlighting the strength of collaboration, craftsmanship, and the transformative power of adaptive reuse. Taurus is proud to have contributed to a project that blends heritage conservation with modern innovation and reflects our commitment to quality, precision, and delivering on ambitious architectural visions. Scope of Work by Taurus Taurus manufactured and installed a new elegant spiral staircase, enhancing the building’s functionality while adding to its visual appeal. To ensure the stability of the spiral staircase, we also installed a steel framework inside the church, providing robust support for the staircase and a mezzanine floor for an additional bedroom. To date, all tasks assigned to Taurus have been successfully completed. The following images showcase the before-and-after transformations, highlighting the remarkable changes. Taurus would like to thank Armitage Williams for their trust and the opportunity to contribute to this project. Reference Link: https://www.instagram.com/the.peninsula.project/
