May 2023
Sustainable Viewpoints
The drive to be green is growing for many businesses. A recent survey done by the CMS Group revealed that 44% of respondents suggesting this is ‘very’ significant for their business and the products they market. But what sustainability means for a construction business varies dramatically depending on your place in the supply chain and the clients you’re supporting. We asked four key companies to discuss what it means to be sustainable in the current marketplace and to take a look into the future….
FEATURED PRODUCTS
INTEGRA Central Barrier Intertenancy Walling System from Resene Construction Systems
Designed for multi-unit residential developments, the INTEGRA central barrier intertenancy wall system is a high-performance lightweight concrete wall system that provides superior protection against fire and noise. See the details..
Make it Matt with new Resene Lumbersider Matt
For the past decade, lower sheen finishes have been the preferable choice for interior surfaces among clients and designers alike. But lately, we have been seeing the same trend affecting exterior finishes, too. Read how the Resene Technical Team successfully formulated a new waterborne option for outdoor surfaces…
REHAU PINC – Push in Connect
Unlock the secret to secure tool-free plumbing with REHAU PINC! Easy and efficient to use, even in very tight spaces, without breaking the bank. Learn why …
Charging Towards a Sustainable Future
Thanks to increased awareness of climate change and the Government’s Clean Car incentives, the tide is turning for EVs. Learn how Legrand’s GREEN’UP Premium EV Chargers provide safe and efficient car charging solutions for everything from office carparks to exposed carports…
Introducing New Zealand’s First R32 Mini VRF System
Panasonic is excited to announce their new line of Panasonic Mini VRFs. A mini VRF system is a heating and cooling solution that uses a single outdoor unit and multiple indoor units. It provides superior comfort, efficiency, and flexibility compared to traditional air...
Light and Linear
When this two-storey home demanded an attractive cladding that met strict earthquake engineering standards and wouldn’t be noisy in the wind, they chose Oblique™ Weatherboard. Read the full case study…
GIB® Rondo®: Your Gold Standard for a Flat Ceiling
If you’re after a perfectly flat ceiling, Dave Twigg, Managing Director of Agility Builders, reckons you can’t go past GIB® Rondo®. He’s been using the metal batten ceiling system for 20 years, and as a Registered Master Builder who’s worked in Wellington,...
Introducing the EXO Louvre Roof System: The Ultimate Outdoor Solution for Seamless Indoor/Outdoor Living
Adjustable in seconds at the touch of a button, the EXO louvre roof offers seamless indoor/outdoor living all year round. Read why it’s the perfect replacement for pergolas, shade sails, and umbrellas to expand the outdoor area and extend the outdoor entertaining season…
Planet-Friendly Foundations
The Cupolex EcoDomeTM is an eco-friendly alternative to rib raft foundations. Learn how its Italian-designed structural domes replace hard-fill or polystyrene in the concrete foundation and are 100 per cent recycled from industrial waste…
Thermally Superior Pink® Superbatts® Meet New H1 Requirements
Comfortech’s new Pink® Superbatts® range of glass wool insulation is specifically designed to meet the 5th edition of H1/AS1 and H1/VM1 thermal insulation requirements for new homes. Read how it closes thermal gaps and maximizes thermal performance…
Introducing SlateForma™: A Seamless, Grout-Free Alternative to Tiled Shower Floors by Athena Bathrooms
Athena Bathrooms’ SlateFormaTM, one-piece composite shower tray provides a seamless, grout-free alternative to a tiled shower floor that doesn’t require additional waterproofing – making it a cost-effective and time-saving solution.
INTERNATIONAL PROJECTS
Continuous Loops
New York, Continuous Loops – The Richard Gilder Center for Science, Education, and Innovation is a perfect example of how architecture can encourage visitors of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities to engage with science education and the natural world. The project creates more than thirty connections among ten different buildings, replacing former dead ends with continuous loops and an intriguing landscape ready to be explored.
Snøhetta Beijing Sub-Center Library
Beijing, Library Landmark The Beijing sub-centre library, designed by Snøhetta in partnership with ECADI, is set to become a landmark project that sets new standards for library design in China and beyond. Due to complete in early 2024, the library is not only a space for learning and knowledge-sharing but also a celebration of Beijing’s rich cultural heritage and artistic history.
