KOROK Systems for Aged Care & Retirement Projects

As New Zealand’s population ages, demand is growing for retirement and aged care facilities that deliver comfort, safety, and peace of mind. That’s where KOROK® Fire and Acoustic Rated Wall Systems come in – designed to meet the unique demands of healthcare and retirement village construction.

Why KOROK is a Smart Choice for Retirement Living:

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Metlifecare Gulf Rise – Red Beach, Auckland

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

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Summerset St John’s – Auckland

Summerset St John’s Retirement Village represents the pinnacle of modern retirement living—where luxury, location, and lifestyle converge. Set in Auckland’s eastern suburbs with sweeping views and proximity to beaches, cafes, golf clubs, and key amenities, it offers an unmatched standard of comfort and care.

KOROK is proud to have played a vital role in ensuring the safety, acoustic comfort, and performance of this flagship development by supplying our fire and acoustic rated wall systems across key areas of the project.

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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

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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CASE STUDY

Summerset St John’s Retirement Village

Summerset St John’s Retirement Village represents the pinnacle of modern retirement living—where luxury, location, and lifestyle converge. Set in Auckland’s eastern suburbs with sweeping views and proximity to beaches, cafes, golf clubs, and key amenities, it offers an unmatched standard of comfort and care.

KOROK is proud to have played a vital role in ensuring the safety, acoustic comfort, and performance of this flagship development by supplying our fire and acoustic rated wall systems across key areas of the project.

Why KOROK Was Chosen

Summerset’s vision for St John’s included high-rise apartment living with resort-style amenities and a continuum of care offering. This meant acoustic privacy and fire safety were non-negotiable—especially in a multi-level setting with diverse accommodation types, from premium apartments to memory care suites.

Our systems were chosen for their:

• Proven fire resistance across intertenancy, service risers, lift shafts, and stairwells.
• Superior acoustic performance, critical for resident comfort and privacy.
• Lightweight yet robust construction, ensuring ease of installation while supporting the structural design and seismic requirements of the buildings.

KOROK’s solution allowed Summerset to meet stringent compliance demands while achieving the architectural and operational goals of the project.

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Smart Wall Solutions for High-Performance Healthcare Environments

KOROK: There’s No Substitute for Tested Performance

Fire & Acoustic Wall Systems Trusted in Healthcare. KOROK® is a proven fire and acoustic wall system that delivers key performance benefits for healthcare construction. Hospitals demand the highest standards in safety, acoustic control, compliance and speed of delivery. KOROK delivers – with BRANZ-appraised, tested systems that are already trusted in hospitals, corridors, IT rooms, service risers, lift shafts, and more

Engineered for IL3/IL4 Resilience: Seismic Performance and Rapid Remediation Design

As the ultimate All-in-One solution for fire & acoustic-rated wall systems, KOROK® panels offer unmatched performance for high-importance structures. With strong seismic performance and the ability to withstand high drift limits, KOROK® panels are ideal for IL3 and IL4 buildings, such as hospitals, emergency response centres, and essential utilities. By undertaking this seismic testing, KOROK® reinforces its commitment to superior building resilience, helping to minimize damage, lower repair costs, and maintain operational continuity after earthquakes.

Core Benefits That Deliver Certainty in Fire, Acoustic, Seismic, and Programme Performance

All-in-one Solution for all Fire and Acoustic Rated Walls, Engineered for Complex Healthcare Builds

One system, multiple applications. From intertenancy walls to lift shafts, risers, ducts and corridors. KOROK panels provide comprehensive protection throughout your entire project.

LIFT SHAFTS

SERVICE RISERS & DUCTS

CORRIDORS & HALLWAYS

INTERTENANCY WALLS

STAIRCASE & ESCAPE PATHS

PLANT ROOMS & IT ROOMS

Save Time. Save Labour. Reduce Risk.

Need more info or want to present this to a client? We can help

At KOROK, we know that healthcare projects are high-stakes environments, with no room for delays, compliance issues, or uncertainty. That’s why we offer KOROK 360, a full-circle support package developed to give you confidence from concept to completion. Whether you’re in early-stage design or managing construction on site, KOROK 360 provides targeted, hands-on support tailored to your needs

Ready to Spec KOROK?

Let’s lock it in, and get your project moving with tested, proven performance. Whether you’re working on early-stage design, refining your specification, or needing trusted fire and acoustic systems that meet healthcare demands – we’re here to help. Get expert guidance, fast documentation, and the confidence that comes from working with systems already trusted in hospitals across New Zealand.

Talk to us today and bring KOROK certainty to your next healthcare build.

Paul Carrigan
Specification Manager
📧 paul@korok.com | 📞 0800 KOROK NZ

Andrew Hawkins
Specification Manager
📧 andrew@korok.com | 📞 0800 KOROK NZ