As offsite construction continues to gain momentum, precision is becoming increasingly important to both building performance and construction efficiency.

Nero Tapware is proud to announce that the Zen Collection has achieved Global GreenTag Certification, reinforcing its position as one of Nero’s most innovative and sustainable premium tapware collections.

How a Louvretec Slimline Roof turns changing weather into a non-event — for coffee, and everything else

Backed by EPDs and Global GreenTag certification, Billi streamlines specification for low-carbon, compliant interior fitouts.

Steel & Tube’s Christchurch Roofing Supply and Install team managed the project from quote to installation, delivering a cohesive roofing package for Kennedys Bush House that brought together pitched metal roofing, low-slope membrane areas and coordinated finishing elements.

In August, New Zealand Steel achieved a major milestone with the first steel production from its new Electric Arc Furnace (EAF) at Glenbrook, just over two years after construction began.

Explore how the right flooring can help hospitality venues balance durability, safety and atmosphere across front- and back-of-house spaces.

Architectural Home Elevators provides architects with the technical expertise, documentation and product options needed to integrate vertical access into new builds and retrofits.

New magnesium oxide flooring board solving problems in moisture, fire, movement, chemicals and sound.

The technically complex front façade for Hamilton Central Library incorporates 495 LED lights for visual displays and extra night-time illumination on the building’s pedestrian-only Garden Place frontage.

As New Zealand moves towards lower-emission buildings, reducing the energy required to heat water presents a practical opportunity to lower operational carbon while supporting energy-efficient, all-electric design.

Architect Hugh Tennent’s Kāpiti Coast home combines passive house principles with an all-timber structural approach. Prolam glulam is integral to both its performance and architectural expression.

Dulux has revealed its annual Colour Forecast for 2027, showcasing the palettes, colours and trends set to shape interiors in the year ahead.

The landmark venue at Te Kaha in Christchurch required protective flooring and waterproofing systems that deliver long-term durability, safety and performance.

For concrete and masonry fixings exposed to coastal, industrial and other corrosive environments, material selection and long-term durability are important considerations alongside installation and performance.

General New Zealand's office transformation showcases how thoughtful product selection can enhance everyday workplace functionality.

Nuralite worked closely with Patterson Associates throughout the developed design phase to provide a complete waterproofing solution across all three areas of the building.

A bespoke aluminium louvre system by Altech Systems gave the Woodside building in Northcote a new architectural identity while improving solar shading and thermal performance.

In thinking of a locally manufactured product, the importation, or local sourcing, of raw material means a far more efficient supply to the manufacturer.

A look at how Techlam's precision-manufactured timber portals provided a low-carbon, fast-assembled alternative to steel in Rangiora.

Colour, form, sound and ease of upkeep all shape the washroom experience. Jet Towel offers specifiers two design options with practical benefits for users and building owners.

Does permeable concrete really cost more? The answer changes when you consider the complete stormwater solution.

With a construction schedule of around 200 homes a year, Canterbury’s Today Homes relies on UNI PLUS Flexible Air Barrier to keep its builds weatherproof while work continues inside.

Solar adoption is accelerating across New Zealand. Learn how Viking's solar-ready membrane roofing systems simplify installation while maintaining watertight integrity.

Burger King restaurants across New Zealand rely on Fenta Ceiling Tiles from Bates Surfaces to help maintain operations day in and day out.

Belgotex Landform carpet tiles with ProBac backing are designed to help reduce the carbon footprint of commercial interiors while delivering comfort, durability and a contemporary aesthetic.

The project's full lifecycle carbon footprint (A1-A5) comes in at -1,547kg CO2e. Contributing to overall lower net carbon is 400m² of saveBOARD Paperfaced wall and ceiling linings, with custom perforation and a raw texture for ceilings, and a bold pink colour adding flair to walls.

Technoform's research shows that whole-of-life carbon outcomes are influenced by more than thermal performance alone, with manufacturing location, freight, and product transparency all playing an important role.

The uncomfortable truth is that not all cladding warranties are created equal, and the fine print of some popular products might surprise you. As specifiers, we must look deeper than the bold headlines.

Handleless furniture design continues to be a popular choice for contemporary interiors, offering a clean, light and streamlined aesthetic across kitchens, laundries, wardrobes and living spaces.

A purpose-built hospice in Christchurch designed to provide comfort, dignity and peace for patients and their whānau. Flooring played an important role in supporting this vision.

Making Industrial switchgear that works hard but goes easy on the planet might sound like an uphill battle. But at Vynco, they’re up for the challenge. The Kiwi company is on an eco journey and wants you to come along...

PSP's Archi-Line aluminium batten system is a concealed-fix, low-maintenance alternative to timber, manufactured from 100% recyclable aluminium.

Resene Principal Advisor, Evie Haverkort, breaks down the methods behind the company’s sustainability milestone.

JSC Thermally Modified Timber (TMT) is treated by a heat-and-steam modification process which imparts performance qualities of durability and dimensional stability to sustainable timbers by improving their response to moisture.

A well-designed tubular daylighting strategy can bring natural light deeper into a building, helping reduce the need for electric lighting during daylight hours.

With flexible design options to ensure seamless incorporation into architectural homes, General’s Airstage VRF systems provide high-performance multi-room climate control without compromise.

Dyson's Airblade V was chosen for IKEA Auckland, helping to ensure greater hygiene and streamlined maintenance in the store's high-traffic washrooms.

Two 13-metre-long sliding door systems that disappear completely into wall cavities are at the heart of this award-winning Northland home.

When DGSE designed the new Merivale Community Centre in Tauranga, creating a calm, acoustically isolated environment was critical to the building's success.

This is what a high-value use for New Zealand strong wool looks like.

Heirloom’s collection of heated towel ladders, bars and poles are available in a wide variety of sizes, styles and finishes, giving designers options for maximising space and comfort in bathrooms. 

Zenith Water has released its 2025 Sustainability Report, highlighting significant progress across its environmental, social and governance priorities, including powering its Australian manufacturing operations with 100% renewable electricity, achieving 90% waste diversion from landfill and advancing the electrification of its vehicle fleet.