BNZ Building

Nick-named Darth Vader's pencil box, 1 Willis Street had a troubled construction history. Although it was designed in the late 60s it was not occupied until 1984. Boilermakers working on its steel box frame must have seen it as a symbol of capitalism; disputes halted construction for long periods. The cladding is prefabricated pre-finished Brazilian granite/glazed panels. The building provides a focus for the Wellington CBD.

LLTM p223