Te Pae Convention Center

360° Virtual Guided Walkthrough

The COVID-19 pandemic delayed the Christchurch Convention Centre, Te Pae, by 14 months, leaving them struggling to engage customers and inform employees remotely. Traditional design visualizations proved inadequate for stakeholder decision-making.

JIX
created a platform-agnostic360° virtual guided walkthrough of the half-builtTe Pae space using 2D architectural designs. This true-to-scale model was deployed as an interactive 360° video, iPad application, and VR experience, keeping stakeholders engaged and informed.JIX created a platform-agnostic 360° virtual guided walkthrough of the half-built Te Pae space using 2D architectural designs. This true-to-scale model was deployed as an interactive 360° video, iPad application, and VR experience, keeping stakeholders engaged and informed.

Te Pae Christchurch is a premier gathering place and architectural landmark in the heart of the city, purpose-built to meet diverse event needs. It features a 1,400-seat tiered auditorium, 24 meeting rooms accommodating 20 to 2,000 participants, and expansive exhibition space of 2,800m², expandable to 3,300m². With a 960-seat banquet space overlooking the Ōtākaro Avon River and adaptable design spanning 28,000m², Te Pae offers a world-class venue for any occasion.

The 360 Hub is an interactive app created by JIX that allows users to explore 360-degree photos of various venues and halls. This innovative tool provides an immersive experience, enabling users to virtually navigate and engage with different spaces. With the 360 Hub, users can easily discover the unique features and layouts of each venue, making it an invaluable resource for event planning and venue selection.

Description of GIF

Showcasing a stripped-down version of the Te Pae 3D model for better understanding of its structure and layers through a simple interactive visualizer. This tool allows users to easily explore the venue's architectural elements in an engaging and intuitive way.