Woburn Masonic Care wins major sustainability award

We're delighted to share that our Woburn Masonic Care project has won the Spaceworks Environment Award at the 2024 ACA/EBOS Healthcare Excellence in Care Awards. The project was also named a finalist in the ACA Built and Grown Award category. This marks TEAM Architects Wellington's third NZACA award, and we couldn't be prouder of this achievement.

The Spaceworks Environment Award recognizes excellence in sustainable design for aged care facilities, and our team at TEAM Architects Wellington created something special here. Working alongside Masonic Villages Trust and BECA, we've transformed a 1960s building into a modern care facility that's both sustainable and a wonderful place to live.

Here's what makes it special:

• Natural light
  We've maximised sunlight throughout the building with thoughtfully placed box windows and angle bay windows, making the most of northern, eastern and western aspects.

• Connected green spaces
  The courtyard gardens help natural light reach deep into the building and create peaceful outdoor spaces for residents and staff to enjoy.

• Smart repurposing
  Rather than starting fresh, we gave parts of the original building a new purpose. The former admin wing became a welcoming reception area, while the 1990s building was transformed into an inviting recreation room.

• Energy Efficiency
  Advanced lighting automatically adjusts throughout the day and night while maintaining safety and visibility. Solar panels contribute to reduced power consumption.

• Sustainable materials
  Our material selections balanced initial costs with long-term maintenance, ensuring the building will serve its community well into the future.

This project demonstrates how thoughtful renovation can transform an older building into a modern, sustainable facility that works for everyone - residents, staff, and the environment.