SkyCity Production Kitchen
sKYcITY production KITCHEN
Client: SkyCity
Location: Auckland
Type: Fitout
Value: $14.6M
Size: 1,400m²
Timeframe: 29 Weeks
The SkyCity Production Kitchen refurbishment involved a complete demolition of the existing kitchen, a full services upgrade, and installation of a new kitchen to meet updated client requirements.
The project required phased delivery due to the complexity and duration, compounded by cast-in drain manufacturing delays, which necessitated sub-phasing to maintain progress and ensure a high-quality epoxy flooring finish. New refrigeration systems were installed, with plant procurement adjusted mid-delivery due to freight limitations.
Upgrades extended to the loading dock and hotel services, meticulously scheduled to minimise disruption during peak occupancy. Full services upgrades (electrical, mechanical, fire, refrigeration, etc.) required intricate planning, including high-level installations above an operational car park and precinct-wide service isolations impacting gaming floors.
Despite significant design changes and reworks, BLACK collaborated closely with clients and stakeholders to re-map the programme, adjust phasing, and achieve the original completion date without disrupting operations or relocation plans.
SOLUTIONS
Successfully recycled 84% of waste, equating to 433,559 kilograms removed from the site.
Maintained a strong health and safety record, with only a single first-aid treatment reported over more than 30,000 labour hours.
Delivered the project on time, meeting all programme deadlines.
Maintained critical path activities by re-scheduling other workstreams to accommodate design changes and site constraints.
Engaged in continuous consultation with project partners to achieve objectives in a dynamic and evolving project environment.
