Burnham Regional Supply Facility

Though the buildings appear deceptively simple, “just” twelve 30m² glasshouses and a 110m² headhouse built on a standard slab with a seismic join between the two buildings, it was the first of its kind in New Zealand.

A modern, flexible industrial facility purpose-built to support advanced defence manufacturing, secure operations, and future growth, delivered with a focus on resilience, efficiency, and high-performing infrastructure.

The corrections environment demanded attention to detail and a considered selection of materials that would be guaranteed to withstand the tough and prolonged expected mistreatment. Bespoke solutions were required to meet security requirements.