RYDGES HOTEL, WELLINGTON

This project is a seismic strengthening and refurbishment of the Rydges Wellington for our client, NZ Hotel Holdings.

The project’s innovative design included the construction of a new lift pit and the installation of a 700-tonne shear wall below sea level. One of the most remarkable features of this installation is that the work has been sequenced to ensure the existing tower structure remains supported while the lift pit was removed and excavated a further 3.0m.

Work on the Hotel was carefully planned and engineered to ensure successful outcomes, despite the challenge of working in a busy CBD location with a limited building footprint and restricted space.

Dominion successfully navigated project challenges, including the need for vibration control to minimise disruption to neighbouring buildings and traffic management to limit interruptions on the city streets.

Works covered a seven-month period, with the hotel re-opening in December 2022. Remaining refurbishment continued through to April 2023.

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