CROSSING THRESHOLDS

Architectural graduate Fritha Powell finds the continuing tradition of Open Christchurch both progressive and inspiring, with examples of social sustainability and adaptive re-use offering valuable lessons for the future.

This year’s Open Christchurch, organised by Te Pūtahi Centre for Architecture and City Making, saw the opening of more than 50 notable buildings and three designed landscapes around Ōtautahi as well as more than 40 additional activities take place from Friday 3 to Sunday 5 May. Currently in its fourth consecutive year, the programme allows designed spaces to become porous, transparent and approachable. It is accessible; this is an event for anyone who has an invested interest in our past and future built environments. ‘Crossing thresholds’ has a twofold meaning. It represents the physical action of entering buildings and it also represents the concept of transgressing ideas: an apparent literary device that propels the plot forward. By opening the discussion and allowing for an honest, fully immersive experience, often guided by…

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Architecture NZ (Digital) - 1 Issue, July-August 2024

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