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ARCHITECTURE
AND DESIGN
TE WĀHANGA WAIHANGA-HOAHOA
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As a student of the Faculty
of Architecture and Design,
you’ll have the opportunity to
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work in our exciting studio sTUDENTS
environments and use our
40+
And welcome to the Faculty
outstanding support facilities.
of Architecture and Design at
Victoria University of Wellington
SUMMER
Wellington
2020
scholarships
New Zealand’s creative hub!
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of Wellington’s central business
Opportunities to engage
district. Join other creative
with the industries you
will enter
minds and prepare yourself for
the future!
schools
CONTENTS
5 WELCOME 42 ĀWHINA
6 SCHOOL OF ARCHITECTURE / TE KURA WAIHANGA 43 PASIFIKA STUDENTS
8 Bachelor of Architectural Studies 44 SCHOLARSHIPS
9 Architecture 44 VICTORIA ABROAD
12 Architecture History and Theory 44 VICTORIA PLUS PROGRAMME
14 Interior Architecture WHO TO CONTACT
16 Landscape Architecture Inside back cover
www.victoria.ac.nz/design
The BAS and BBSc share a common first year with core courses, so
you’ll have the option to choose a major that suits your interests
Architecture is much more than and aspirations before your second year.
just designing buildings. It is about In the first year, you’ll be introduced to a broad range of subjects
understanding what the building is that will give you a solid understanding of the built environment—
for, who is going to use it, how the including design, technologies, architectural history, environmental
science, and urban design.
structure works, and how it will fit in
with its surroundings. BAS majors
■■ Architecture
■■ Architecture History and Theory
At Victoria University of Wellington's School of Architecture you’ll
work in world-class design studios and exhibition spaces and use ■■ Interior Architecture
state-of-the-art tools and design software to become an innovator ■■ Landscape Architecture
in the design, construction, or science of buildings and spaces.
Your study will bring together history, theory, technology, and
communications, so you will be well placed to consider—and
contribute solutions to—today’s most pressing challenges around
contemporary architecture practice and the built environment,
locally and globally.
Our programmes span a range of disciplines at the core of the built
environment and have been developed to meet the growing needs
of the design and building sectors.
Study options
We offer two three-year undergraduate qualifications: the Bachelor
of Architectural Science (BAS) and the Bachelor of Building Science
(BBSc).
Exquisite Sense_Ethereal Hut, for SARC 455 House And Home,
by Ryan Western.
Where to next?
At the end of your Bachelor’s degree, you can stay on and study
for a Master’s degree or PhD that are recognised worldwide. We
offer a range of postgraduate qualifications in our six disciplines.
Our professional Master of Architecture and Master of Landscape
Architecture degrees will allow you to register as an architect or a Kerflamp on display in the student exhibition KRAFT,
by Brad Wyatt.
landscape architect.
Studio approach
The studio is central to the experience of our majors, where other
core subjects are integrated with architectural studies. In the
studio, you will actively explore the disciplines of architecture
and its role in addressing contemporary issues facing the
built environment—including changes in society, ecology, and
advances in technology. You will be encouraged to think and act
experimentally while addressing problem-based design projects
that range from the abstract and conceptual to authentic real-
world situations. In developing your studio work, you will interact
with and learn collaboratively from peers, senior postgraduate
students, academic staff, and practising designers in a critically
reflective and feedback-rich environment.
FlexiDesk in the student exhibition KRAFT, designed for SARC 412
Advanced Furniture Design, by Jasmine Tran.
Hearing Home, for SARC 455 House and Home, by Emily Dalley.
“I’ve always wanted to be an architect, “At Studio Pacific, I’m lucky enough to have access to a broad client
base. I work on everything from government building fit outs, to a
ever since I was a boy. As far back as I can 12-storey apartment block in Auckland, to heritage work with iwi.
remember, I’d sit outside and draw plans There’s no project too small or big if it engages my mind.”
for different ways my house could look.” His work has also included the He Tohu exhibition at the National
Library of New Zealand Te Puna Mātauranga o Aotearoa, which was
For Whare Timu, studying towards a Bachelor of Architecture at recognised with seven awards at the 2018 Designers Institute of
Victoria University of Wellington was the move that set up his New Zealand Best Design Awards.
future. “It was like the stars aligned. I always wanted to create my
“As public servants, architects are there to give their services to
own pathway. Architecture seemed so way out of there for anyone
the benefit of the community. There’s a lot that needs to be built
in my family, and I had that curiosity.”
across a wide spectrum, from a block of flats to a private home to
During his studies, Whare received the 2007 Australian Waves of a papakāinga.”
Change urban design award and was the student representative
Tikanga Māori plays a crucial role in Whare’s life, personally and
for Heritage New Zealand in documenting the John Scott’s
professionally. “I’m deeply rooted in my Māori culture. I express
Te Aniwaniwa Visitor Centre in Waikaremoana. The broad skills
that the best way I can through the work I do.” The support he
he learnt at the University allowed him to work as a freelance
received through the Āwhina programme (see page 42) while
architect around New Zealand after he graduated, before he
studying not only helped him succeed, but also helped him find
returned to Wellington for a role at Studio Pacific Architecture.
ways to express his culture within his field.
This major will allow you to investigate areas that really interest
you—whether it’s skyscrapers in 1900s New York or shaping the
built environment of societies such as New Zealand.
If you want to discover the origins of architecture and the influence
Pixel Home, for SARC 455 House and Home, by Phoebe Shilling.
it has on society now, and in the past, then choose Architecture
History and Theory. Careers
The undergraduate experience The skills you’ll gain will set you up for a range of careers, including:
Your first year will comprise core courses taken by all BAS and BBSc ■■ architectural conservators, who ensure that the historical
students. At the end of your first year, you’ll apply for a place in material and design of a building is protected during
one of the four majors offered in the BAS, including Architecture renovations
History and Theory. In years two and three you’ll develop key skills ■■ architectural historians, who inform our understanding of time
and knowledge, learning more about history and theory as well as and place through research and writing about the role of the
urban design and Pacific culture and heritage. built environment and how that reflects the values of the society
who built it
■■ archivists, who work within a range of institutions and are
responsible for ensuring materials, designs, models, digital
inventories, and more are protected
■■ curators, who look after the cultural heritage of an institution
and may oversee important acquisitions or installations and
exhibitions.
JESS McDONNELL
“I have always loved old buildings and
Student, Bachelor of Architectural Studies in discovering the history and stories
Architecture History and Theory
captured within their walls."
Jess McDonnell has a passion for history, creativity, and architecture. implemented within government and councils that protect heritage.
In choosing to study at the University, she’s been able to combine And I’ve been able to take what I have learnt to form a better
these three interests by majoring in Architecture History and Theory. understanding of what I want to achieve when I leave university.”
Victoria University of Wellington is the only university in New Zealand Jess has also been presented with unique opportunities in her field.
that offers a specialised Bachelor’s degree in Architecture History and “Through the connections I made with my lecturers, I was given the
Theory. The nature of the course allows you to take papers not only chance to do some work for Heritage New Zealand. To have got a
from the Faculty of Architecture and Design but also from the School foot in the door of my dream job and be able to graduate with some
of Art History, Classics and Religious Studies. practical industry experience is invaluable.”
“Through the Architecture History and Theory programme, I’ve been She views Wellington as the perfect city for both study and creativity.
exposed to different and dynamic ways of thinking about history and “Being in the heart of the city and surrounded by Wellington’s art,
the conservation and management of heritage buildings. culture, innovation, and heritage has had such a positive creative
influence on my work. I find that walking home through the city is
“I have had lectures from leaders within the building and construction
when I get most of my best ideas or figure out a solution to a problem.”
industry. I’ve learnt about the planning, policy, and guidelines
Faculty of Architecture and Design 13
Interior Architecture
Create indoor spaces that inspire as
you consider how colour, materials,
light, shape, and form can influence a
person’s mood or provoke a particular
response.
FRANCESCA DI LEVA
Student, Bachelor of Architectural Studies in Landscape
Architecture
(Right) Designs for a family of three for a site in Porirua, for SARC 362
Introduction to Practice and Management, by Francesca Di Leva.
(Opposite) Third-year Building Science students testing truss bridges they designed and built.
Specialising in Project Management will give you the skills to ■■ taking care of the building consents process for clients
manage a construction project, including contract management ■■ undertaking building research to provide expert knowledge to
and effective communication. You’ll also be able to navigate both the sector
construction and environmental law and understand issues around
supply, demand, and competition. If you like working with people, ■■ using your skills on a range of projects: residential, commercial,
enjoy organising things, and can keep a cool head under pressure, or industrial.
then specialising in Project Management is right for you.
(Opposite) A student at the Fire Service's training facility during a field trip for
SARC 224 Fire Safety Design.
Careers
Careers in this area of expertise include:
You’ll look at the environmental and socioeconomic impacts of
building and construction. You’ll also learn how to create and run ■■ acoustic engineer
simulations of design systems such as heating, lighting, and acoustics.
■■ consultant for city council building consent processes
This major will provide you with the practical and theoretical
knowledge you need to design and construct durable, healthy, and ■■ quantity surveyor
sustainable buildings.
■■ researcher in building materials performance, either in a private
If you’re interested in how buildings perform and in creating design company or a research institution such as the Building Research
systems to improve the quality of built environments, then specialising Association of New Zealand (BRANZ)
in Sustainable Engineering Systems is right for you.
■■ sustainable engineering systems designer
■■ technician in a structural engineering consultancy.
(Opposite) Digital Environments, created for MDDN 451 Creative Coding for
Digital Content, by Jackson Preston.
The Roast Whare, created for DSDN 151 Graphic Design, Ice Scream, created for DSDN 151 Graphic Design
by Carym Wharerau. by Jack James.
“Unless someone like you cares a whole awful lot, nothing is going to get
done. It’s not.” Created for CCDN331 Design Manifesto, by Simon French.
30 Victoria University of Wellington
Careers
Design for Social Innovation prepares students for one of the fastest
growing and widest reaching sectors in design. The skills gained in
this programme will equip you with unique capabilities and capacities
to design with empathy and foresight within constantly shifting
frameworks.
Study in this area can lead to a range of exciting careers:
■■ design researchers, who combine design research, thinking, and
critical practice to pursue creative solutions for today’s complex
challenges
■■ human-centred designers, who bring novel and participatory
design innovation approaches to their work—they are often
Design for CCDN 384 Welcome to the Future: Design in the Anthropocene,
involved in social innovation and healthcare industries and which challenges our readiness for disaster, by Havea Latu.
organisations
■■ service designers, who implement infrastructure,
communication, and design collateral to find ways to improve
interactions between end users and large systems providers
■■ strategic designers, who have opportunities across a range
of industries—this includes the design, facilitation, and
implementation of local and global brand strategies, art
direction, project management, user-research capabilities,
and user-experience design platforms
■■ transition designers, who design and implement interventions
and communication strategies, with a focus on future
forecasting and transitioning organisations and systems
networks towards positive social impact for both local and
global communities and users
■■ user-experience designers, who develop and lead experience
design and design research projects across commercial and
social innovation settings.
A design for CCDN 242 Speculative Design, which proposes a new way of thinking
about our futures to enable positive social impact, by Liliana Manetto Quick.
MOLLY LEISHMAN
Student, Bachelor of Design Innovation in Design
for Social Innovation
Molly Leishman has been inspired by the way her studies have brought “I’ve been encouraged to go beyond what I thought I could achieve.
her love of people and communities together with her creativity. Design staff have guided me to explore my creative abilities. Each
Her course is focused on finding opportunities to problem-solve course has certainly had its challenges, but at the same time, allowed
psychological issues with well thought-out design. loads of creative freedom and ended up being very rewarding.
“The University has given me great connections to industries and “I feel hugely proud to be studying design in Wellington! I’m constantly
people from the field of design. With guest lecturers coming into inspired by different art, music, theatre, fashion, and loads of exciting
classes, and events held at the Te Aro campus, I've networked with a things that make up the city. It’s definitely the perfect city to develop in
lot of professionals, and taken advice and inspiration from their work. as a designer.”
Photograph taken for CCDN 244 Expanded Photographics, by Molly Leishman. Storyboarder, an app to help movie directors visualise a scene before it’s shot,
designed for CCDN 332 Design Plus, by Molly Leishman and Helen Andreae.
LUCA RIBEIRO
Student, Master of Fine Arts (Creative Practice)
Upcycled art set made from discarded milk bottles, for INDN 241
Tangible Creation, by Huy Tim.
Aurelian is a luxury, wireless blue-tooth headset designed to break the norm of Physics and 3D printing combine in the generation of a fruit bowl. Created for
traditional music devices. Created for INDN 311 Digital Form, by Tiger Guo. INDN 204 Advanced Visualisation and 3D Modelling, by Jess Meadows.
Human-focused, interaction design involves the study of a variety ■■ app and game designers, who are in high demand—as smart
of physical and digital systems and interfaces that aim to improve phones become increasingly ubiquitous in our lives, apps
aspects of human life, from physical consumer objects to digital are an increasingly common way for people to interact with
interactions such as apps, games, and websites. Interaction companies and services, manage their days, and relax and enjoy
designers envision how people experience products and bring that entertainment
vision to life in ways that feel inspired, refined, and even magical. ■■ creative technologists, who bring together design and creative
As a student on this programme, you’ll gain a broad understanding ideas and technology skills to bring concepts to life
of the tools and concepts driving the discipline, ranging from topics ■■ design researchers, who play an important role in informing the
that question the human condition (design psychology and design process and considerations of design
physiology) to areas that incorporate cutting-edge technology
(web design, tangible interactions design, and game design). ■■ user-experience designers, who are concerned with improving
usability, accessibility, and satisfaction of products—digitally,
If you have an interest in improving the quality, health, and physically, and experientially
efficiency of human endeavours, Interaction Design is a great study
option for you. Interaction designers are social and empathetic, ■■ user-interface designers, who are concerned with maximising
they enjoy working in groups, and have an understanding of the usability and accessibility of machines, electronic devices,
people’s backgrounds, interests, and cultures. and their software.
STACEY WILLCOX
Student, Bachelor of Design Innovation in “My favourite course so far has been Mobile
Media Design Media, because it was the first time I was able
to make a real-world working application. I was
In studying a Bachelor of Design Innovation majoring in Media Design,
Stacey Willcox has found an area she’s truly passionate about. really proud of the final project, which was a
“After I finished college I knew I wanted to study something creative
safety app for trampers that allowed automatic
and pursue a career around design and digital technologies, but it delayed alert messages to be sent to saved
was hard to decide on a specific area. First-year design at Victoria contacts in emergency situations.”
University of Wellington offered a mix of classes from all the
disciplines. I knew I could try a class from all of the areas that I was Taking advantage of the University’s civic connection, a group project
interested in to help me choose a direction. from one of Stacey’s classes was presented to Wellington City
“I was initially trying to choose between three majors but in the end Council. “The Council helped to craft the brief and were looking at the
I stuck with Media Design. It turned out to be the right choice.” Stacey resilience of Wellington in the context of rising sea levels. This showed
was awarded a Victoria Excellence Scholarship. us that our work could be used in serious real-life situations and be
taken on by organisations like the Council.”
The opportunity to create practical designs with the potential to be
used in real life has been a highlight for Stacey.
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using the CareerHub ePortfolio.
By participating in the programme, you have the opportunity to:
ABROAD
■■ develop a range of skills and graduate attributes to enhance
your CV and employability
■■ build an understanding of social responsibility and leadership
■■ gain valuable experience and broaden your thinking and
Victoria Abroad offers you the chance to study overseas as part of learning
your degree at one of our 140 partner universities around the world. ■■ network, meet people, and connect with your community.
www.victoria.ac.nz/exchange www.victoria.ac.nz/victoria-plus
www.victoria.ac.nz/vilp
(Opposite) Toolkit for Transition, produced as part of CCDN 342 Advanced Topics:
Design in the Anthropocene, by Fenella Richards.
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