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CASE STUDY
Boathouse Bay: A Showcase of Sustainable Community Living
- Year: 2021
- Location: Snells Beach
- KOROK System: Intertenancy Terraced Housing Systems
- Product Used: 51mm KOROK panels
- Architect: Crosson Architects
Located at Snells Beach, just north of Auckland, Boathouse Bay by Crosson Architects has set a new standard in environmentally-conscious design, winning the prestigious title of Home of the Year 2024. This award-winning project offers a perfect blend of architecture and nature, creating a community-focused environment that celebrates New Zealand’s coastal lifestyle.
Innovative Design with a Coastal Influence
Inspired by the traditional Kiwi bach, Boathouse Bay reflects simplicity and connection to nature. The development embraces natural materials, muted tones, and open communal spaces, fostering a sense of unity among its residents. The layout encourages interaction, with thoughtfully designed pathways connecting homes to shared outdoor areas, reinforcing the idea of community living.
KOROK’s Role in Enhancing Safety and Sustainability
Central to Boathouse Bay’s design is the use of 51mm KOROK Intertenancy Terraced Housing Systems, which offer superior fire protection without compromising the project’s environmental goals. Our fire-rated systems ensure that the development remains safe, durable, and sustainable. The aluminum brackets included in the KOROK system safeguard the structure in the event of a fire, reinforcing both safety and structural integrity for terraced housing.
Setting a Benchmark for Future Living
Boathouse Bay is more than just a residential development—it’s an example of how modern, community-focused living spaces can integrate sustainability, safety, and social interaction. As the Home of the Year 2024, it stands as an inspiration for future projects that aspire to merge contemporary design with environmental stewardship.
KOROK Systems used in this project
Intertenancy Terraced Housing 
In terraced housing and town houses, conventional framed wall systems rely on the internal linings for fire-resistance. Penetrating these linings potentially destroys the fire-rated barrier.
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KOROK® 51mm Galv Panel
KOROK® 51mm Galv Panel
High Performing and Lightweight
51mm KOROK® panels are rollformed from zinc coated steel strips. The steel from which the shells are manufactured conforms to AS/NZS1397:2001. Steel shells have a base metal thickness of 0.4mm B.M.T. with a Z275 zinc coating. These panels have an aerated concrete core and weigh nominally 10.2kg per lineal metre.
KOROK® produces 51mm panel. KOROK® 51mm panel provides a -/60/60 FRR and is perfectly suited for terraced house intertenancy walls and apartment intertenancy walls. The narrower gauge allows you to keep more floor space as it isn’t taken up by walls.
Performance and Features
- Fire Rating: KOROK® 51mm panels provide a fire resistance rating of -/60/60 FRR, meeting stringent safety requirements for intertenancy walls in terraced houses and apartments.
- Acoustic Efficiency: Designed to reduce sound transmission, these panels ensure quieter living environments, making them an excellent choice for densely populated or high-traffic areas.
- Space-Saving Design: The 51mm thickness allows for slimmer walls, helping to maximize valuable floor space without compromising structural integrity or performance.
KOROK® 51mm galv panels are used for:
Applications and Systems
- Vertical Orientation: Panels are installed vertically and secured to timber or steel framing with aluminum brackets.
- Versatility: Compatible with wall framing, insulation, and linings specified within the system appraisal, ensuring seamless integration into your building project.
- Scope of Use: Appraised for all buildings of all importance levels as defined by AS/NZS 1170.