6 Carr Road
6 Carr Road enjoys impressive road frontage and easy access via the nearby State Highway. The new retail area, including big brand stores along with food outlets, was designed to provide Mt Roskill residents with easily accessible amenities that are considerably closer than the shopping centers at New Lynn or St Lukes.
The development included new builds and the refurbishment of existing industrial units. To make these buildings more attractive and consumer friendly, the architects wanted a canopy which would provide a sheltered walkway for shoppers, allowing them time to slow down and dwell (if they like) before entering the store. This aids the transition from the outside to the decompression zone immediately within store entrances, which is an important design element in influencing buyer behavior and maximizing retail sales.
Such a refurbishment is perfectly suited to Insol’s new Equinox Canopy System. Designed to be the most architect friendly canopy solution available, it removes the need for multiple subcontractors and complicated installation sequencing, acting as a single solution canopy option that can include glazing, lighting, signage and other customizable options.
With Equinox Canopies, Insol progresses the canopy from the initial design, through to PS1 and then installation. There’s no need to involve subcontractors typically required in canopy projects, such as; structural, waterproofing, cladding, plumbing, carpentry and glazing.
The cantilevered solution has been fully engineered and tested, ensuring structural integrity and compliance with all applicable NZ Building Codes and regulations. The canopy is pre-assembled and the modular design speeds up installation time on site, making it quicker and easier than ever before.
Multiple standard product variations are available to offer simple visual and functional differences. However, the canopy design itself is completely customizable, so architects can design with freedom, knowing there is a tried and tested means of bringing their architectural intent to life.
At 6 Carr Road, the design included 4mm aluminum canopies, 2m deep, with strengthened laminated glass canopies at each end. Integrated lighting and signage adds to the retail branding opportunity and extends a warm welcome to customers after dark.
Looks aren’t deceiving at Carr Road. The Equinox Canopies look simple and that’s exactly what they are. They are simple for the architect, the builder, and they are simply effective for customers. They are simple because we've removed the complexity of canopy design and installation, designing a single-source canopy solution that really works.
Client Jargonel Property Limited Architect RCG
Contractor Macrennie Commercial Construction Location Auckland
