Buchan’s design for The Court marks the next phase in the transformation of Wellington’s former Courtenay Central into a renewed entertainment destination.

Our architectural and interior design teams are leading the redevelopment, which incorporates a comprehensive seismic upgrade and an adaptive reuse strategy that reimagines the existing structure, reducing embodied carbon.

A new façade simplifies the existing frontage with a two-tone colour palette and introduces a perforated metal keystone screen that unites the two façades, acting as a subtle feature by day and a bold illuminated marker at night.

With a mix of cinemas, retail, dining and hospitality, The Court will reconnect the precinct with the city’s cultural heart and re‑establish it as a vibrant day-night hub within the CBD.