The Mangatawa Tari offices embody the local legend of the three whales: Kopukairoa, Mangatawa, and Hikurangi. Inspired by the form of baby Kopukairoa's tail, the building reflects the culture and people of the land. Strategically sited on Mangatawa Maunga's northern slope, it overlooks the lands and the sacred mountain Mauao. The facility has received multiple awards, including three at the New Zealand Commercial Project Awards 2017 and the NZIA 2018 commercial architecture award.