Development
The Project
Lopdell House Redevelopment Trust
The Architects: Mitchell & Stout
The proposed upgrade of Lopdell House will include:
- larger exhibition spaces
- internationally agreed standards of lighting and humidity control
- significant increase in parking
- structural upgrading to strengthen its response to earthquakes
Design
In 2004, Mitchell Stout Architects Ltd were commissioned to produce concept drawings for the redevelopment of Lopdell House. Independent consultants have advised on gallery design, geotechnical conditions and seismic upgrading of the present building. A full site survey has been carried out and boreholes drilled to assess site conditions. The brief has been driven in part by the needs of the community and in part by the potential and limitations of the exiting building and site.
The proposed new building is stylistically distinct and contemporary in accordance with presently accepted conservation policy in relation to old buildings. By locating a new addition to the western existing service end, the view and outlook to the south from Lopdell House is maintained.
Funding
The redevelopment will only proceed if funding can be sourced from trusts and foundations. The Portage Licensing Trust have pledged a significant sum and Waitakere City Council have recommended to the Annual Plan Committee that funds be set aside for 2007/08.
Community Support
Lopdell House Gallery welcomes your feedback and letters of support.
director@lopdell.org.nzOpening hours The gallery is open daily from 10am - 4.30pm, except Good Friday, Christmas Day, Boxing Day, New Years Day, Anzac Day morning and during exhibition installation. Admission is free thanks to the support of Waitakere City Council.