Te Rimutahi

Located on Ponsonby Road, Te Rimutahi is a brand-new civic space developed through over a decade of collaboration between Auckland Council, the Waitematā Local Board, Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei, and the local community.

Named after “the lone Rimu tree,” Te Rimutahi provides Ponsonby with a much-needed public gathering space. The project features an open-air event area, gardens, seating, and public bathrooms, all designed to serve the diverse needs of the community. It also integrates existing infrastructure with new, sustainable, and energy-efficient elements to minimise environmental impact while maximising social value.

Haptix was engaged to help ensure the space is not only beautiful and functional, but also safe and accessible for everyone.

As part of our scope, we:
-Installed stainless steel tactile indicators to support safe navigation for people with visual impairments
-Supplied and installed stair nosings to reduce the risk of slips and falls on public steps

The Hamptons

Haptix recently completed the first stage of a tactile installation at The Hamptons, a new residential subdivision in Prebbleton developed by Urban Estates.

This stage of the project focused on improving accessibility at pedestrian crossing points within the subdivision, ensuring all residents and visitors can move through the area safely and confidently.

Urban Estates approached us seeking a solution that would not only meet accessibility and compliance standards but also deliver a premium, visually appealing finish that suited the contemporary look of the development.

To meet this brief, the Haptix team supplied and installed custom Stainless Steel Tactile Indicators, PVD coated in black. This coating offers a bold contrast against the surrounding pavement and is significantly more durable than traditional powder coating, making it ideal for high-traffic environments.

Tauhara College

Tauhara College is making safety and accessibility a priority with a series of recent upgrades designed to support safer movement throughout the campus. These improvements ensure that students, staff, and visitors, regardless of visual or mobility challenges, can navigate school spaces with greater ease and confidence.

In learning environments, accessibility isn’t just a compliance box to tick, it’s an essential part of supporting every student’s right to participate fully in education. By upgrading key areas across the campus, Tauhara College is demonstrating its commitment to inclusive design and student wellbeing.

Key accessibility enhancements included:
-51.44m² of THISS25 Polyurethane tactile indicators for clear, durable wayfinding
-44.48m² of TMPL300HZ tactile mats to improve hazard awareness and pedestrian safety
-12 linear metres of TKR016 anti-slip strips for enhanced surface traction
-12 linear metres of DKR103 aluminium stair nosings for improved visibility and slip resistance on steps

Queenstown Food Court

As part of ongoing urban upgrades in Central Otago, Haptix was engaged to deliver accessibility solutions for the newly constructed Queenstown Food Court, built by Cook Brothers Construction. Located in one of New Zealand’s most vibrant and visited destinations, the project called for a safety-focused solution that would complement both the food court’s modern architecture and the surrounding town centre design.

To meet the brief, the Haptix team installed a combination of:
-Stainless Steel TacStuds
-Stainless Steel Directional Bars
-Entrance matting for a clean and slip-resistant entry

The tactile indicators provide critical navigational cues for visually impaired pedestrians, helping create a safer and more accessible environment for all. Their stainless steel construction ensures both long-term durability and resistance to corrosion, making them ideal for Queenstown’s high foot-traffic outdoor spaces.

Baypark to Bayfair Underpass

The Baypark to Bayfair Link in Tauranga sees around 38,000 vehicles travel through it daily. But not everyone has the option of driving. For the 1 in 25 New Zealanders who belong to the blind and low vision community, including over 30,000 legally blind individuals, safe, accessible infrastructure is essential.

As part of our commitment to creating inclusive spaces, Haptix worked alongside CPB Contractors and Jacobs Engineering Group to help make the new Baypark to Bayfair underpass safe and accessible for all users, including those with visual impairments.

We supplied and installed a range of accessibility products, including:
-Stainless steel tactile indicators with yellow carborundum inserts
-LKR127 aluminium stair nosings
-Concrete tactile pavers

All products used in this project feature a P5 slip rating, ensuring the highest level of safety in both wet and dry conditions. These tactile solutions provide clear cues around hazards such as road crossings and staircases, helping those with low or no vision move through the space with confidence.

Te Kahu O Waipuna

Since opening in June 2023, Te Kahu o Waipuna has become a cornerstone of the Blenheim community, with over 430,000 visitors through the doors in its first year.

The $20 million project is one of the most significant public projects in Marlborough in the past few years.

Haptix contributed to the accessibility of this iconic space by supplying and installing black stainless steel tactiles throughout the interior.

These tactiles aren’t just a sleek addition to the architectural design, they’re a vital accessibility feature that helps people with vision impairments move safely and confidently through the space.

Waikanae School

Waikanae School has made key safety enhancements to create a secure environment for students and staff. This includes installing GKR017 and TKR016 stair nosings, made from long-lasting, non-slip fiberglass, to handle the wear and tear of daily use. These nosings provide exceptional slip resistance, ensuring safe passage on busy stairways. The school also upgraded its walkways with anti-slip strips, replacing yellow strips with black ones to meet specific needs, turning previously slippery ramps into safe, accessible pathways for all.

Sylvia Park apartments

At the new Resido apartments in Sylvia Park, we collaborated with Flooring Junction, Lovich Floors, and Hills Commercial Floors to enhance accessibility with nearly 1000 meters of Tredfx SBR103 stair nosings and TacStud SH10N stainless-steel tactile studs. The Tredfx nosings provide reliable slip resistance on busy stairways, while TacStud tactile indicators offer essential guidance for visually impaired residents, seamlessly blending into the modern design. This project exemplifies a union of functionality, durability, and understated elegance.

The Pā

The Pā at Waikato University is now open, embodying the university's commitment to an inclusive campus. Our Haptix team contributed seamless accessibility solutions across various surfaces, enhancing multiple stairways with safety upgrades. We supplied SH60N stainless steel tactile indicators with black carborundum and a new luminescent insert, ensuring visibility in low light. The rebated nosings perfectly complemented the wooden staircase design, merging safety with aesthetic appeal to create a welcoming environment for all.

Aquinas College Dunedin

At Aquinas College, University of Otago, we provided tactile safety solutions in collaboration with Naylor Love. Custom terracotta tactile pavers were designed to blend heritage colors with modern functionality, offering guidance for those with visual impairments across campus pathways. For the stairs, Tredfx DKR103 black stair nosings were installed, adding a refined, durable finish that enhances slip resistance and complements the college’s timeless design.