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Christchurch, Kaikoura, Wellington - earthquakes have the power to literally reshape the land, and we humans can only crawl beneath a desk and wait out the ride, right? Well, maybe this was once the case, but no longer.
Read moreIf you could 3D-print a building, would you?
Printing a building is just one example of how technology is changing the architectural space. As a result, it's undeniable that the skills architects need for the future of New Zealand's offices have changed, and will likely continue to do so.
If you're a soon-to-be homeowner building a new property, learning about wind zone requirements is very important - these could ultimately change your house design, which may have a knock-on effect on budget, scope, schedule, and whether you get council building compliance.
Read moreWith housing minister Phil Twyford announcing 12-15 new Hobsonville-style developments in early 2018, talk of sustainable communities is all the rage.
Read moreLight, ventilation, views - these are three vital components to a comfortable new home, and they can all be achieved with the perfect door. But each of these three factors can be acquired with two different door types: bifold and sliding.
Read moreThe world's tallest wooden skyscraper has been planned in Tokyo, and could be as high as 70 storeys. While a hybrid of wood and steel, Sumitomo Forestry's building (dubbed W350) will be 90 per cent timber and is slated for construction in 2041.
Read moreNew Zealand’s appetite for new construction cannot be sated. However, if we allow ourselves to get pressured by the unyielding stream of houses, high-rises and apartments, we risk creating a problem as damaging as - if not worse than - the leaky homes debacle.
Read moreAny New Zealand homeowner knows that there's more to a good window than simply providing a view. These features play a vital role in making your home comfortable, while also adding to its aesthetic value.
Read moreThere's a whole lot to love about New Zealand, and chief among them is the spectacular scenery.
Read moreAluminium is our business. We buy it, sell it, export it, extrude it, roll it, cut it, bend it, drill it, punch it, paint it, help our customers make great things out of it. And we do all this right here in New Zealand with our team of 500+ people. To do all these things requires a lot of energy. Consequently, we generate CO2 emissions.
As a responsible local business, we’re determined to manage our emissions downward through the application of scientific and technological based solutions.
There are houses, and there are Houses. New Zealand is home to a raft of stunning architectural art pieces, celebrating the craft and serving as an inspiration for the rest of the country.
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