Objectives

To provide a new Gallery and open space around it that is welcoming, vibrant and attractive to the community of Christchurch and other visitors

To provide a Gallery that helps create a sense of Christchurch identity and belonging to a community

To embrace people in an exciting and stimulating manner

To provide a landmark building that reinforces the cultural precinct while stating its function clearly

To provide a facility for the community not just for viewing art but also as a meeting place

To provide underground parking which meets the long term operational needs of the Gallery

To provide an open space to meet the requirements of The Community Trust grant

To provide a facility that is flexible, and one that allows for future needs, both spatially and technologically