New book: The power of architecture to express te ao Māori and transform
Rewi: Āta haere, kia tere is a tribute to the late New Zealand architect Rewi Thompson (Ngāti Porou, Ngāti Raukawa), a visionary thinker who believed that great architecture is crafted through careful consideration of people and place. This book brings together a breathtaking range of his projects, from conceptual dreamscapes to one-of-a-kind homes.
The book is written by New Zealand's Jade Kake, one of the rising stars of architecture, and well-known commentator on urban issues, Jeremy Hansen. It includes interviews with those who worked with Thompson.
‘The book bubbles with Thompson’s energy, optimism and wit. It’s a dazzling resource, ready for the next generation to pick up the mantle.’ — Oliver Wainwright, The Guardian
‘Likely the most beautifully, sumptuously designed book of the year, a publishing masterpiece’ — Steve Braunias, Newsroom
‘Visually stunning’ — Michelle Rahurahu, RNZ