Te Aratai – Linwood College

Related Systems: Ultratherm MSR
Project Size: 10,500 m2
Location: Christchurch
Project Date: May 2022
Architect: Architectus
Main Contractor: Southbase Construction
Installer: Graham Hill Roofing

Te Aratai College is a secondary school for Year 7 to Year 15 students located in Christchurch. It underwent a comprehensive reconstruction as part of the Christchurch Schools Rebuild program, with construction being finalized in May 2022.

The reconstruction effort entailed the complete demolition of all pre-existing structures on the premises, followed by the construction of several new facilities, including a Creativity & Innovation Building, Learning Hub Building, Gymnasium and Multipurpose Hall.

Starting from its inviting entrance and extending to its well-designed outdoor spaces, which are bordered by sheltered overhangs reminiscent of Oxbridge quadrangle architecture, this school actively connects with its local community.

Formerly known as Linwood College, the school received a new name gifted by Ngāi Tūāhuriri Rūnanga. The name, Te Aratai College, signifies the pathway to the sea.

Te Aratai has a RoofLogic Warm Roof, namely the Ultratherm MSR system with PIR board.

System Details
  • RL LinerDeck, (Zincalume,0.55BMT)
  • RL Vapour Control Layer
  • RL PIR Board (100mm)
  • RL Underlay
  • RL TopDeck T, (Zinacore, 0.55BMT, Ironsand)

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