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BOXed Quarter

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Laneways and an overhead walkway within BOXed Quarter in Christchurch.
Brazilian Kitchen on a corner entrance to BOXed Quarter in Christchurch.
Large artworks up the walls of the open-air internal courtyard at BOXed Quarter in Christchurch.
People dining in the shade outside and inside Miss Bing in BOXed Quarter in Christchurch.
Looking down a laneway into BOXed Quarter in Christchurch.
People dining in the shade of a cantilevered floor in BOXed Quarter in Christchurch.
Looking in the open glass door of Monotone, a preloved fashion boutique in BOXed Quarter in Christchurch.
A man dines at the bar inside Seoul Chicken Club in BOXed Quarter in Christchurch.
Looking down a laneway with bulb lighting strung overhead in BOXed Quarter in Christchurch.
The view from an upper level exterior walkway of BOXed Quarter; metal mesh panels line the balustrade and large format artworks are visible on walls that are not glazed.
View from an upper level of BOXed Quarter down to an empty laneway; large format artworks line the vertical and horizontal square building faces beyond.
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Saint Asaph Street, Christchurch Central City, Christchurch

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Courtyard Casual Bike friendly Dog friendly

A melting pot of art, music, food and culture, BOXed Quarter is a hub of innovation nestled in the city.

On the ground floor of this stunning multi-layered precinct, you’ll find a range of eateries, bars and cafés sitting alongside music studios and gallery space. Look up at the above levels and you’ll find light-filled office spaces harbouring everything from accountants to IT start-ups. There’s even a resident hairdresser tucked among modern, loft-style apartments. Already feeling spoilt for choice?

Allow us to talk you through the options for eating – in true BOXed Quarter style, there’s no chance of being uninspired in this department. From Thai, Filipino and Korean through to Italian and Brazilian, BOXed Quarter’s food offering is diverse but always guaranteed to be delicious. And if it’s coffee you’re after, Day Good will sort you out.

Take a seat in the courtyard and admire the artworks dotted around the precinct or take a moment to explore what’s around each corner of the intriguing quarter.

BOXed Quarter is a truly out-of-the-box place and an experience not to be missed – a visit here is bound to leave you feeling inspired.

Words by Jane Lyons & Photography by Nancy Zhou

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Saint Asaph Street, Christchurch Central City, Christchurch

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