Kaikōrua: Sea, land & sky: An architectural research project addressing the lack of awareness of Kaikōura’s marine biodiversity through architecture
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Rondel, Marinah
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Master of Architecture (Professional)
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Unitec, Te Pūkenga - New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology
Date
2023
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McConchie, Graeme
Hall, Min
Hall, Min
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Masters Thesis
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Aotearoa
New Zealand
Kaikōura District (N.Z.)
marine conservation
public awareness of biosecurity
eco-tourism
eco-resort
nature centres
New Zealand
Kaikōura District (N.Z.)
marine conservation
public awareness of biosecurity
eco-tourism
eco-resort
nature centres
ANZSRC Field of Research Code (2020)
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Rondel, M. (2023) Kaikōrua: Sea, land & sky: An architectural research project addressing the lack of awareness of Kaikōura’s marine biodiversity through architecture (Unpublished document submitted in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Architecture (Professional)). Unitec, Te Pūkenga - New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology https://hdl.handle.net/10652/6289
Abstract
RESEARCH QUESTION
how could an architectural proposition raise awareness of the marine biodiversity of Kaikōura’s coast?
ABSTRACT
Aotearoa (New Zealand) features an array of unique, pristine environments. These environments attract masses of tourists to the country, of which small coastal towns have based their economy on. Kaikōura is no exception and has a long history relying on the marine eco-system formed by the Hikurangi sub-marine trench. In 2016, the top of the South Island was rocked by an earthquake that would change the dynamics of Kaikōura. The coastal town was isolated and ultimately lost its aquarium and research laboratory. The result is a loss of education about the marine system and a lack of awareness of the wildlife that depends on it, such as the Kaikōura titi (shearwater titi), which is only found within the region and is not well known to visitors. The local council has hinted at developing an area (Wakatu Quay) to educate visitors about wildlife, but the development has stalled. This research project, ‘Kaikōura. Sea, Land & Sky’ addresses the absence of awareness of marine biodiversity off the coast of Kaikōura. A hypothetical architectural proposition is oriented around providing an educational experience to a broad spectrum of comprehension. The research will investigate Ngāti Kuri’s connection to the area, contextual history, animal biodiversity, aquarium dynamics, and hybridisation. This includes a typology-driven site selection, examination of precedents and development of a programme to produce a responsive architectural outcome.
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