Project

EXTERIOR works at Namgook Korean Buddist Temple (Oct 2023 - April 2024)

Project description

The Namgook Temple project was one of the largest and most challenging projects we have ever undertaken, as it is a symbolic Korean Buddhist building and the only Korean Buddhist temple in New Zealand.

One of our major challenges was the temple’s exterior, which is designed to represent the "sacred lotus," a significant Buddhist symbol.

While the steel structure was already in place, our task involved erecting the massive, curved wooden beams onto the steel framework. With over 50 beams to install, we invested substantial time in preparation. This included drilling holes in the beams for bolting them to the steel structure, applying oil to the beams more than three times, and cutting them to precise measurements.

The beams were lifted into position using a crane, and we employed a boom knuckle EWP to access high locations for installation.

After successfully installing all 52 curved wooden beams, we proceeded with the battens, which presented another complex aspect of the project. Each row required more than 70 battens, each approximately 1.8 meters long, totaling around 4,000 battens.

We completed the installation of all battens with meticulous alignment, achieving a highly professional finish.

Last updated on 05-09-2024