Why
asBuilt were engaged as a part of Council’s due process of research, destructive testing and analysis to determine the condition of the building, in detail, and the damage sustained during the earthquake.
What
asBuilt used 3D HD Scanning technology to assess and to assist the analysis of the structural integrity of the museum.
Through asBuilt’s point cloud data capture and creation of a highly detailed digital model of the museum, structural engineers were able to make better informed decisions and plan their methodology to save the building.
In turn, the museum gained an important record of this landmark structure. Some parts, such as the Rotorua Bath House, date back to 1908.
The future of Rotorua Museum:
- Detailed seismic assessment was completed which rated the building at 19% of new building standard. (Buildings below 34% are considered earthquake prone, while those under 67% are considered earthquake risk).
- In 2017 four structural strengthening options were evaluated, and the preferred option selected.
- In mid-2020, resource consent was granted, and construction is about to commence on a restoration and strengthening project.
