The kōwhaiwhai patterning at the entrance references the waxing and waning of the moon, the ebb and flow of tides, and a journey of learning that has many seasons. PHOTO: SUPPLIED : Uni’s newest hall ready to open

Though out of shot here, a picture of Te Rangihīroa takes pride of place at reception. PHOTO: SUPPLIED : Uni’s newest hall ready to open

As well as standard rooms like this one, the college has accessible and en suite rooms. The furnishings include 11 pallets of linen. : Uni’s newest hall ready to open

The distinctive script on the outside of the college mirrors Te Rangihīroa’s handwriting. : Uni’s newest hall ready to open

Proverbs etched into Timaru bluestone at the entrance are attributed to Te Whiti o Rongomai, a Māori spiritual leader and founder of Parihaka village in Taranaki. : Uni’s newest hall ready to open

The large media room will be used for movies and tutorials. PHOTO: SUPPLIED : Uni’s newest hall ready to open

A tukutuku knot motif, baked on to the windows, creates interesting patterns inside. PHOTOS: LINDA ROBERTSON : Uni’s newest hall ready to open

Corridors were designed to be wide enough to allow students to hang out and have conversations while still letting other people past. : Uni’s newest hall ready to open

Features of the land and sea are depicted in the perimeter fencing. : Uni’s newest hall ready to open

Students will be welcomed to Te Rangihīroa College in February. PHOTO: SUPPLIED : Uni’s newest hall ready to open