At Alberts, we believe great spaces have stories – and those stories are worth preserving. Heritage buildings offer more than just charm and character; they also hold the key to a more sustainable future.
As highlighted in The Greenest Building report, restoring and reusing existing buildings significantly reduces environmental impact by avoiding the carbon costs of demolition and new construction. The carbon already “embodied” in these structures is a resource we can’t afford to waste.
Our work at 1 Albert Street is a case in point. By honouring its original ‘70s architecture while upgrading to meet today’s standards, we’ve struck a balance between past and progress.
The result? A space that feels both familiar and forward-thinking.
Formery follows the same ethos. With careful restoration and smart updates, we’ve kept what matters while creating something new – proof that adaptive reuse delivers both design integrity and performance.
Research shows older buildings can play a big role in revitalising cities. At Alberts, we’re proud to lead by example. Because when we restore the best of what we’ve built, we’re not just saving the past – we’re shaping a better, more sustainable future for New Zealand.