ArchiPro’s Home Design Evening Auckland 2025 - Shed 10 Venue Details

This article will provide you with information about the venue you are exhibiting in, and will help you to plan the pack-in and pack-out of your stand. 

1) VENUE INFORMATION

2) EXHIBITOR DELIVERIES AND STORAGE

3) EXHIBITOR SERVICES

4) ACTIVITIES REQUIRING APPROVAL (MUST READ)

5) HEALTH AND SAFETY (MUST READ)

6) SECURITY

 

1) VENUE INFORMATION

"Built in 1910, Shed 10 is the only original building remaining on Queens Wharf in downtown Auckland.
This heritage-listed Category 1 Historic Place building underwent a thoughtful restoration, providing facilities for visiting cruise ships as well as the ambience and amenities you would expect in a premium events space. 
The Ground Floor retains Shed 10's robust industrial character with a concrete floor, steel columns and exposed beams.
Level 1 is warm and rich in character, detailed with timber flooring, exposed steel trusses and a gable ceiling with occasional skylights.
Both floors offer natural light and convenient access. 
Shed 10 is wonderfully New Zealand in character and quintessentially Auckland."

Contact details
Name: Shed 10
Address: 89 Quay Street Auckland 1010
Telephone: +64 (0)9 309 2677
Website: https://www.aucklandlive.co.nz/venue/shed-10-queens-wharf 
Email: online@aucklandlive.co.nz

VENUE AND HOUSEKEEPING SERVICES

To ensure your experience at Shed 10 is both memorable and safe, we would like to make you aware of the following:

• Washrooms are located at either end of the venue on both levels.
• In the unlikely event of an emergency, please remain calm and follow the instructions of venue staff.
• All emergency exits are clearly identified with illuminated green signs.
• In the unlikely event that an evacuation of the building is required, all venue staff will assist in guiding patrons out of the building via the nearest emergency exit. The assemply area is up towards the ferry building and will be made clear by venue staff in high vis.
• Smoking and vaping is prohibited inside the venue, please exit the building should you wish to smoke.

Wi-Fi / ICT

SSID: Auckland Live or Auckland Conventions
Password: Aotea111

 

 

2) EXHIBITOR DELIVERIES AND STORAGE

Loading Dock
Dimensions of the external Loading Zone doors are:  
• North Loading Door- 4.8m (H) x 4.8m (W) 
• Eastern Loading Doors– 4.1m (H) & 5.4m (W) and 8.9m from Wharf edge 

Lift Measurements
• Pack-in Lift (North end):
• Capacity - 35 persons & 2500kg
• Door dimensions - 1.6m(w) x 2.6m(d) x 2.2m (h)
• Inside dimensions 1.8m(w) x 2.5m(d) x 2.4m (h)

Staffing: It is the responsibility of the exhibitor to supply or hire sufficient staff for unloading and loading of transport vehicles in the loading zones in a timely, safe, and non-disruptive manner.

Loading Access 
Address: 85 – 89 Quay Street, Auckland CBD, Auckland 1010 
➢ Please drive up and advise Security of your name, the name of your event and the reason you are here. 
➢ Please drive down the wharf and proceed to the Loading Door as advised by the EVP 
Due to other events that we have packing in and our expected internal deliveries, the Loading areas are strictly a drop off zone. Once you have unpacked your items into the venue / Bay Area you will need to remove your vehicle from the wharf. 

 

Storage on Site
➢ Storage is strictly limited. If any storage is required prior, during, or after your activation this must be arranged with the event’s manager (Zoë - event@archipro.co.nz) and will be entirely dependent on space availability. 
➢ Transfer and storage of all items is the responsibility of you the exhibitor.

Incoming Deliveries
Please ensure all items are clearly identified so that they can be accepted. We recommend you use the Shed 10 Delivery Label (page 22) for incoming goods as this captures all information we need. Shed 10 will not take responsibility for any incorrectly labelled or damaged goods. Shed 10 will accept and sign for deliveries, however, upon receipt, Shed 10 will not be responsible for checking the status or condition of goods delivered and will not be responsible for any payment to delivery companies.

Please alert us of any items you anticipate will be delivered or if you have any special deliveries requiring planning.

Outgoing Deliveries
Please ensure all items are clearly identified so that they can be accepted. We recommend you use the Shed 10 Delivery Label (page 23). PLEASE NOTE items left on the loading dock after the conclusion of the event will be deemed to be abandoned and will be disposed of accordingly unless arranged prior with the event’s manager (Zoë - event@archipro.co.nz). 

Motorised pallet jack and trolleys are available

Should any exhibitor hire an external forklift under their own arrangements, the details must be shared with us to ensure Shed 10's Security Department is aware of the delivery.

 

 

3) EXHIBITOR SERVICES

Rigging and Hanging

For any exhibitor rigging requirements, please contact the event’s manager (Zoë - event@archipro.co.nz) .

In some areas of the centre, rigging bars are not available above every stand. Please check with your Event Manager before confirming your rigging requirements. Ceiling height is 3.5M.

 

Cleaning Services

Exhibitors are responsible for keeping their exhibition stand or space clean and tidy. Venue staff will not clean an exhibitor’s stand unless prior arrangements have been made.

 

 

4) ACTIVITIES REQUIRING APPROVAL

Via your exhibitor portal please inform us;  

• If you require gas cylinders or have any naked flame/combustible items (for this you will need to arrange a hot works permit with the venue).
• If your stand exceeds 3.5m in height
• If you are planning to bring any heavy items (20 > kg) 
• If you would like to hang anything from the rafters / require any AV assistance
• Exhibitors may not permanently mark, paint, drill or otherwise deface any part of the venue or make any alterations to the structure, fittings, decorations or furnishings of the venue. 
• Do not attach any damaging items, including gaffer/duct tape, pins, nails, staples, markers or blue-tac to any part of the venue.
• Do not provide, fix or install any fittings, decorations or furnishings to or in the venue space, except with prior written approval.

Factors to be considered by any person wanting to install heavy items in any area of Shed 10 include:

• Weight of the item (including any point-loading dispersal weight allowances)
• Dimensions of the item
• How it will be transported within the venue
• Weight of any handling device (e.g. forklift)
• Raised floor, steps and ramps considerations

Stand construction and access must be constructed as per the requirements outlined in the Building Act 2004. The following is a summary of additional requirements, which must be met by designers and builders to ensure adequate access, mobility, and to reduce the likelihood of slip and trip incidents:

• All raised floor sections or ramped edges are to be free of sharp or dangerous edges and anything that poses a trip hazard.
• Edges of thin decorative flooring such as carpet, vinyl, matting, wood or the like, are to be taped down or firmly secured.
• Flooring that is between 32mm and 115mm high requires a bevelled edge that does not exceed an angle of 30 degrees. This bevelled edge is to be incorporated within the stand space and not encroach into the aisle. All flooring exceeding 115mm in height is deemed to be a step; for stands with a floor height exceeding 115mm that is occupied by the general public or exhibition attendees, a ramp must be provided within the allocated stand space.
• Any loose materials are to be steady underfoot and not present a hazard. The base layer floor must be protected, and regulations apply to the installation and removal of these materials from the venue floor. 

On the day of the event, a final safety inspection will be carried out by the Shed 10 Safety Team ensuring all safety regulations have been observed. Shed 10 reserves the right to remove anything identified as unsafe. It will be the responsibility of the exhibitor to source appropriate replacements.

 

 

 

6) HEALTH AND SAFETY
Shed 10 believes health and safety is paramount for you, your guests, and our team.

Te Pae pack-in requirements 

• You must wear covered shoes
• You must wear identification at all times
• No children are allowed on site
• You must provide and wear your own safety hi-vis vests - You will not be permitted onsite without.

Defibrillators

There is a defibrillator located at the security hut between Shed 10 and The Clouds.

First aid

Shed 10's first aid-trained staff can be contacted via any of our front-of-house, food and beverage and security staff.  

Further professional first aid service providers i.e., St John, can be organised and on charged by the venue. 

Emergency and evacuation procedures 

• In the event of an emergency situation the Shed 10 Duty Operations Manager (DOM) is the Chief Warden.
• You will be briefed by the DOM on the venue evacuation procedures prior to the opening of the event. You are responsible for ensuring your staff and third parties are advised of these procedures. 

While at the venue you and your third parties shall: 

• Ensure that all fire exits, fire hoses, alarms, and switches always remain visible and accessible and that items used for display purposes are fireproof. 
• Not obstructing or obscuring emergency exits and exit signs (you must maintain a 3-meter clearance in respect of any egress). 
• Ensure that all fire hoses, fire extinguishers, EDR switches and manual call points always remain visible and accessible.
• All events must have a 4(h)x4(w) metre clearance for a fire truck route around the exterior of the venue.
• Obtain our approval in writing to use naked flame or pyrotechnics, which must be supervised by us. 
• All permanent and temporary suspended fabrics, including black out curtains, drapes, stage back drops, etc. are to achieve a flammability index of not greater than 12 when tested in accordance with AS 1530 methods for fire tests on building materials and structures – Part 2: Test for flammability of materials. 

Smoking 

Shed 10 is a non-smoking and non-vaping venue. Smoking is permitted at clearly signed designated areas outside the venue.

 

 

7) SECURITY

Shed 10 has roaming venue security as part of our Venue Hire.

 

For any questions please check the FAQ page here or contact me:

Zoë Crosland                    

Event Manager – ANZ

event@archipro.co.nz