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Traditionally pou, link us to the past, present, and future. They symbolise our connection – as well as our values, diversity, culture, uniqueness, and contributions to whānau – to the whenua, to the people, to those who are here, and to those who are yet to come.

This gives, but a brief description, of how and what a pou can  signify where it is erected, and by the iwi, and whanau that have created it. It would be way to easy to gloss over the intricate sections, the details and the forms that give depth and meaning, and so take your time when you find one to seek out the description and the explanation.

No two pou look the same, and while they commonly stand tall and are carved from timber, they can be formed with other materials, and ultimately be striking in the mix of media used.

Below find many of the pou we have had the privelege in being a part of bringing to life for our respected artists and visionary designers.