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The Lichfield Carpark project involved the earthquakerebuild of a central Christchurch carpark, strategically designed to integrateand enhance pedestrian connectivity via the expansion of Plymouth Lane. Thisredevelopment significantly contributed to the urban landscape by establishinga vibrant retail and hospitality edge along this critical pedestrian linkbetween the Justice Precinct and Cashel Street Retail Precinct.
Structurally, the project consists of seven suspended,ramped parking levels constructed using screw pile foundations, in-situconcrete ground beams and footings, structural steel frames, compositesteel-concrete floors, precast spandrels, stairs, and lift walls. DHC'sinnovative ramped design maximised parking capacity, ultimately accommodating 805 spaces—surpassing the initial tender requirement of 700.
The building's seismic system incorporates BucklingRestrained Braces (BRBs) and screw piles, providing a cost-effective andefficient solution tailored to Christchurch’s challenging seismic environment.Despite logistical challenges following the Kaikoura Earthquake, closecollaboration with architects, engineers, and subcontractors allowed foreffective reprogramming, timely delivery, and minimal construction-phaseadjustments.
Architectural elements, such as a sculptural façade andtranslucent stair towers, enhance the aesthetic appeal, creating an engaging,pedestrian-focused public space that successfully avoids the typical carparkappearance.
