“The project team has worked together to influence every part of the supply chain and think differently for the benefit of the environment, community, employees and future economic benefit.”

What the Judges Said

Rising out of the landscape on the outskirts of Cambridge, Profile Group’s Hautapu Manufacturing Facility is the first stage of the new APL campus that will consolidate multiple Hamilton sites to one fully-self-serviced location. The flagship sculpture is strikingly simple. The commitment to deliver on APL’s pledge to sustainability is evident from the design stage through to construction and ongoing operation.

The project team has worked together to influence every part of the supply chain and think differently for the benefit of the environment, community, employees and future economic benefit. This development is part of a long-term strategy to accommodate business growth and set a benchmark for sustainable development in Aotearoa, while focussing on supporting delivery of an industry-leading approach to employee health and wellbeing.

Judging criteria

Each nominee is assessed against the following criteria

• Economic and financial criteria 30%
• Project vision and innovation (includes degree of difficulty) 20%
• Design and construction 20%
• Owner and user satisfaction 20%
• Sustainability and efficiency of operation 10%

About Property Council New Zealand 

Property Council New Zealand is the one organisation that collectively champions property, bringing together members from all corners of the property eco system to advocate for a reduction in the red tape to enable development.

Property is New Zealand’s largest industry, making up 15% of economic activity. As a sector, we employ 9% of New Zealand’s workforce and contribute over $41.2 billion to GDP. A not-for-profit organisation, they connect more than 10,000 property professionals, championing the interests of 550 member companies.