Hunter Building
University building in Wellington, New Zealand / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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The Hunter Building is the original building of Victoria University of Wellington's Kelburn campus in Wellington, New Zealand. It is a major landmark in the Wellington region and closely associated and considered a symbol of the university.[1] The distinct architecture of the building is a notable example of Edwardian Gothic-revival, with red brick and Oamaru stone façade, along with grand internal entrances, staircases and original university library. The building is a noteworthy example of work from the Wellington architectural practice of Penty & Blake.[2] While opened on 30 March 1906, the building was not completed to its original design, but was progressively added to as the college grew. The building is named after Sir Thomas Alexander Hunter, a well regarded professor of mental science and political economy. Following the end of the Great War, northern and southern wings were added to the building, providing new teaching areas, recreational spaces and a new library.
Hunter Building | |
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General information | |
Type | University building |
Architectural style | Gothic revival |
Location | Victoria University of Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand |
Construction started | 27 August 1904 |
Completed | 30 March 1906 |
Owner | Victoria University of Wellington |
Design and construction | |
Architect(s) | Penty & Blake |
Designated | 26-Nov-1981 |
Reference no. | 221 |
The Hunter Building once housed the entire university, and some of New Zealand's most respected academics along with thousands of students have taught, worked and studied in this building. It is now the administrative centre of the university, being home to the offices of the Vice-Chancellor, the university Council Chamber and the Victoria Room, and a number of pieces of the Victoria University of Wellington Art Collection.