CASE STUDY
Metlifecare Gulf Rise
Metlifecare Gulf Rise in Red Beach is a standout example of modern retirement living — open, connected, and community-focused. With architectural input from Warren and Mahoney (Stage 1), Ignite Architects (Stages 1–4 of Precinct Two), and landscape design by Boffa Miskell, the project is a masterclass in designing for wellbeing and longevity.
KOROK proudly supplied our fire and acoustic wall systems throughout the development, helping deliver on the vision of safe, peaceful, and efficient living for older New Zealanders
- Year: 2022
- Location: Auckland
- Market Segment: Intertenancy Apartment Systems
- Product Used: 78mm KOROK panels
- Architect: Warren and Mahoney & Ignite Architects
- Installer: Watts & Hughes Construction
Why KOROK is a Smart Choice for Retirement Villages
Retirement living comes with specific design and performance requirements – safety, acoustic comfort, fast build times, and minimal disruption. KOROK delivers on all fronts:
- Superior acoustic separation – essential for resident privacy
- Fire-rated protection – compliant and reliable for high-risk occupancies
- Quick, clean installation – ideal for staged builds and live sites
- Low-waste, lightweight system – supporting site safety and sustainability
Whether in intertenancy walls, lift shafts, or service corridors, our systems helped the Gulf Rise team maintain build speed, reduce on-site disruption, and meet NZBC requirements with confidence. Gulf Rise is a bold, forward-thinking village — and we’re proud our systems helped make it a safe, quiet, and welcoming place to call home.
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