IKEA Auckland

The highly anticipated IKEA Auckland has officially opened its doors – marking the Swedish retailer’s first store in New Zealand and a major milestone for the Sylvia Park precinct.

Spanning 34,000 m², the store is the size of three rugby fields and was designed to deliver IKEA’s global retail experience while meeting New Zealand’s seismic and building performance standards. Developed by Kiwi Property Group and constructed by Naylor Love, the store opened in December 2025, just in time for the busy Christmas season.

KOROK’s Contribution

KOROK® was proud to play a key role in the construction of New Zealand’s first IKEA, supplying approximately 5,500 m² of our 78mm Gen 2 Fire and Acoustic-Rated Wall Systems.  Our panels were used as part of the KOROK® External Wall Systems (Factory & Warehouse System) – providing the strength, speed, and performance required for such a large-scale commercial facility.

Collaboration and Delivery

The project was managed and built by Naylor Love, who also oversaw mental health and safety initiatives on site through MATES in Construction accreditation – promoting wellbeing across the workforce. Designed by Australian architects, the Auckland IKEA incorporates enhanced seismic resilience, setting a new benchmark for large-format retail design in New Zealand.

Project Outcome

The completion of IKEA Auckland represents a significant achievement in New Zealand’s construction and retail sectors. The store showcases a blend of Swedish design principles and Kiwi engineering expertise, delivered through a collaborative effort across the project team.  KOROK® is proud to have contributed to this landmark development, helping ensure the store’s fire safety, acoustic performance, and long-term durability – all while supporting efficient construction and high-quality results.

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