“..King’s ransom for Queens Wharf..”
“..The Government’s $100 million proposal for Queens Wharf is dominated by a “long house” that will serve as a cruise-ship terminal and multi-purpose public space.
The Herald has obtained images of the proposal to revamp the central Auckland wharf for a tourist-liner terminal and “party central” venue for the Rugby World Cup 2011.
The $100 million revamp - a fine-tuned version of last year’s contest-winning design by architects Jasmax and Architectus - is one of four options for Queens Wharf.
It is unclear what the others are, although Prime Minister John Key said last month that a short-term development for the cup could cost $15 million to $20 million.
The $100 million revamp, shown to the region’s mayors last week, removes the two 1912 cargo sheds and divides the wharf in two.
The eastern side is dominated by the “long house”, a building with four layers.
The first is at the wharf level, with cruise-ship facilities and active edges, such as cafes.
The second layer is a promenade providing public access to the third layer, the long house, a multi-function hall.
The fourth layer is a distinctive angled roof.
The hall remains partially open to the elements.
The dominant nature of the long house leaves little room for a major public building in future..”
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