Broken Silence

Hi all! Apologies for the long silence….however, you can be sure that work on the redevelopment did not stop, it is full steam ahead.

Besides the new guestroom block we are getting a whole new contemporary façade, just to refresh your memory, here is an artist’s impression of the new Reception/Lobby. Well, work has started on this and this morning bright eye and bushy tail, contractors were pouring concrete at 5am! Watch this space to see the progress on this.

The Icing is on the Cake

That crane is putting the roof on the new block. It is exciting to be right here watching these significant progress happening. And another progress which is equally thrilling - the interiors are being planned. Just like the plot of a good film, it will be revealed in good time to you. Watch this space.

First Sneak Peek on the inside ….

We have finally been allowed inside the build and we can’t wait to share this with you…. We will leave it to your imagination to see the final product, with the elegant corridors and guestrooms offering state of the art technology!

Coming soon ……. View from the top floor, don’t go anywhere.

Spot the Difference?

Can you help us spot the progress in the development? The first photo was taken end of September and the second photo was taken early October. 

Help us identify the progress made and  get a drink* on us at the Bar in Sudima Christchurch Airport. E-mail your answer to reneeg@sudimahotels.com.

*House Wine, Tap Beer or Soft Drink. Valid until 31 October 2014

From out of concrete and bricks….

And so the character of the new block is emerging, from out of all the project meetings, ideas, plans, concrete and bricks, the third story is now very much evident. Well done to the project team.

Fast as the Flash, well almost!

It may not seem to be any different from the outside but look carefully and you can see the walls of each room in the new block coming up. Wow, that’s what I call progress. We will have to keep taking these snapshots so that we don’t miss anything!

Clearing way for the New!

We get gold in exchange for silver…… we were sad to see the old reception and administration block demolished and cleared, but see what we have got in exchange…… the new block is looking better and better each day as the internal walls are coming up.

Out with the Old!

Farewell Thee Well Old Girl, you have served us well for over 40 years, you stood up even against the powerful quakes. No looking back now, the whole team is looking forward to the new look Sudima Christchurch.

The Silhouette

After many project meetings involving architects, contractors, builders, designers, cabling specialists etc, the new block is taking shape. The silhouette of the blocks against a new dawn holds a special meaning in that it is the beginning a new era for Sudima Christchurch Airport. The demolition of the old frontage tells us to let go of the old and embrace the new!

Last week we changed the door lock system of 2 wings to the Kaba system, this system interfaces to our Property Management System. The key is cut as we check in guests thus maintaining accuracy in guestroom numbers and validity of the key on the number of nights that the guests are staying for, we are definitely moving forward with the times!

Hotel facade getting a brand new look

Our Reception has moved to a temporary location to make way for the construction crew to get on with giving us a brand new Reception/Lobby area and a new façade.

 In addition, we have a new hotel entrance by way of container at the front entrance of the building – Very Christchurch don’t you think!

We’re all looking forward to seeing our new look in months to come.

Moving Upwards

Things are moving upwards at Sudima Christchurch Airport this week, the exterior walls are being erected - this will be followed by slab foundation. The exterior work comes together rather quickly so we are looking at having an exterior fame complete next month. We are also pleased to advise the work is all on track.

The Pool

As the redevelopment continues the outdoor pool is now closed and filled in. This will make way for a landscaped courtyard (available on completion of redevelopment)

The Demolition

Phase 1 - Demolition & rebuild of the Washington wing  - 03rd March 2014  -  09 June 2015

Demolition of Washinton Wing  - 01 September 2013 to 31 October 2013 - COMPLETED

Rebuild /expansion of Wahington Wing - 01 November 2013 to 15 October 2014 - In progress

• Work will commence between the hours of 8am and 6pm, Monday to Friday
•  Heavy machinery, including Bull Dozers and Cranes will be used from September to June
•  False walls (Hoardings) has been erected to cushion noise levels and dust through out the hotel
• Inventory has been reduced from 208 rooms to 159 rooms
• Hotel pool facility will be indefinitely closed from 01 September 2013
•  Contractors will have minimal access to hotel public areas.

 Washington wing about to be demolished.

Washington wing demolished

 

        Demolition of Washington Wing

       Demolition and clearing of site almost complete.