Description

Barbara Chapman, ASB CEO:

ASB North Wharf is one of the most advanced commercial buildings of its type globally. The guiding philosophy behind the building’s unique design mirrors ASB’s focus on the principles of innovation, teamwork and sustainability. The interior of ASB’s new corporate headquarters has been specifically designed to promote a sense of activity and well-being for our people. For example, physical transparency offers unobstructed views into and through the building providing a spacious, naturally-lit working environment. At the same time, the expansive design breaks down traditional workplace barriers and offers new levels of flexibility and mobility. In addition, the building’s large open atrium and wide variety of informal gathering and meeting environments naturally draw people and teams together for the sharing of information and ideas. These features combine to enable ASB people to work with each other in new ways to deliver truly unbeatable service to our customers and communities. ASB has long been known for our desire to innovate and challenge convention. Our new home, ASB North Wharf, will undoubtedly play a major role in helping us to continue to build on this heritage long into the future.

The light reflector on the building’s roof captures and reflects natural light deep into the building.

The light reflector on the building’s roof captures and reflects natural light deep into the building.

A distinctive sunscreen on the north façade references the leaves of the Pohutukawa, a native New Zealand north island tree.

Designed from the inside out, the ASB workplace is based on a “village square” concept with themed “neighbourhoods” and a range of communal spaces. These provide a choice of work settings and inspire a sense of identity, community and transparency in line with the work culture aspirations of ASB.