In a sustainable world the architectural profession as we know it will become irrelevant. Sadly architects are interested in artistic houses for the wealthy rather than a good environment for all. They sacrifice ethics to become the servants of exploitation. At the very bottom of the architectural heap the worst living conditions in New Zealand are endured by pigs. It is a tragedy. Pigs are not only very sensitive and concerned about their living conditions, they also love building. The students set out to give our pigs a helping hand.

It's a long way up

Easy does it

The first gate makes it up

Where does it go?

Lengths of pipe on their way up

Ballet with a pipe

Locating the hexagon

Assembling the hexagon of gates

Measuring

The first irreversable cut

Teamwork

Experimenting with tape

Assembling gables

Raising the gables

Securing the gables

The gate hinge forms a joint

The gable connection

Prototype junction

The first module on site

Three modules completed

Valleys supporting the ring

The satisfied customer

Tail end approval

Shadows enliven the roof

September rain and a dry home

Heading home - thanks to everyone