Summerhill Community Hub

New build - Papamoa

Set high in the Papamoa Hills, this thoughtfully crafted community hub is a celebration of local heritage and purposeful design. Built for the Summerhill Charitable Trust, the structure integrates locally milled timber and farm-grown wool, paying tribute to the land it stands on. The building’s sculptural form connects to the original woolshed via a shared deck and central utility block, blending old with new. This project was an opportunity to bring an architectural vision to life combining our passion for craftsmanship, sustainability, and a deep respect for place.

Designed by University of Auckland architecture student Leith Macfarlane, with guidance from Professional Teaching Fellow Matt Liggins

Project managed by Tim Walton

Timbers by Summerhill Timbers

Photos by Nicole Troost Photography

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