O'Connell's Pavilion - Commercial Roofing in Queenstown

Nuralite Waterproofing
Jul 14
2 min read

Updated: Aug 29

O'Connell's Pavilion Building in Queenstown New Zealand.

Product used: Nuraply 3PM, Nuratherm with 3PM Finish, Nuraply 3PTM, Nuraply TPO

Applicator: Rhino Waterproofing Systems

Architects: McAuliffe Stevens Architects

The Situation – Redeveloping a Local Landmark

Overlooking Lake Wakatipu in Queenstown, O’Connell’s Pavilion is a striking commercial building with a long history. Originally a meeting place for gold miners, later a hotel, and eventually the resort’s first major shopping centre in 1988, it has always been a hub for the community.

The recent redevelopment, designed by McAuliffe Stevens Architects, introduced a bold, contemporary design with copper cladding and expansive mountain views, redefining the building’s presence in the town centre.

The Challenge – A Roofing System for Performance and Design

The pavilion’s most distinctive feature is its roof design, consisting of angular planes that create a dramatic architectural statement. Delivering a roofing system that could withstand Queenstown’s alpine conditions while supporting the design intent required a careful approach.

Key challenges included:

Ensuring long-term watertightness and protection in harsh weather.
Providing a system suitable for a high-profile commercial building.
Integrating multiple systems for roof, deck, and underground tanking.

A Tailored Queenstown Commercial Roofing Solution

To meet the performance and design needs, Nuralite provided a tailored roofing package:

Nuratherm with 3PM finish on the roof, delivering both insulation and watertight durability.
Nuraply 3PTM for underground tanking, ensuring moisture protection below ground.
Nuraply 3PM and Nuraply TPO for the deck, combining resilience with flexibility in design.

This integrated solution ensured that O’Connell’s Pavilion achieved both architectural impact and long-term durability, setting a benchmark for Queenstown commercial roofing projects.