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News and updates on New Zealand architectural products.

May 2023

Allegion New Zealand Keeps it Local

Manufacturing many of their key products locally is a competitive edge for Allegion New Zealand.

Create a Visual Statement with Bare Concrete Basins

Create a Visual Statement with Bare Concrete Basins

Elementi Bare concrete basins combine warm pastel colours with the natural harsh elements of concrete to create a focal point in any bathroom.

Continuous Insulation Ticks H1 Box for Low-Rise Multi-Unit Developments

Continuous Insulation Ticks H1 Box for Low-Rise Multi-Unit Developments

Now that clause H1 updates to insulation requirements are mandatory, architects and construction teams are adjusting their practices to build better-quality buildings. H1 means change, but change is a good thing when it means New Zealanders can enjoy homes that are warmer in winter, cooler in summer and drier all-year-round.

Creating Safe and Stylish Projects with Silica-Free Staron Solid Surfaces

Creating Safe and Stylish Projects with Silica-Free Staron Solid Surfaces

Austaron Surfaces' silica-free building materials provide a safe and beautiful solution for the fit-out industry.

Code Compliance Has Never Been Easier for You to Reach

Code Compliance Has Never Been Easier for You to Reach

ACO NZ has got you covered with the most relevant facts of the E2 Building Code and their selection of code-compliant threshold drainage products.

Level Threshold and its Interaction with H1 Insulated Slabs

Level Threshold and its Interaction with H1 Insulated Slabs

Insulated slabs have created a new design facet to achieving compliant level threshold systems to the acceptable solution outlined in Fig 17B and Chapter 7.3.2.1 of E2/AS1.

Specifying an H1 Compliant Membrane Roof on a Residential Project

Specifying an H1 Compliant Membrane Roof on a Residential Project

With the new changes to NZBC Clause H1, many designers are wondering the best way to specify a compliant membrane roof on a residential project? As flat roof experts with over 55 years experience in the industry, Nuralite offer a system solution that makes achieving H1 simple.

Celebrating Bold and Innovative Designs: APT Innovation in Design Awards 2023

Celebrating Bold and Innovative Designs: APT Innovation in Design Awards 2023

Submit your projects and win a trip to Palm Springs Modernism Week 2024 with APT. Entries close 31 May!

Viking Warmspan² Developed to Exceed H1 Requirements

Viking Warmspan² Developed to Exceed H1 Requirements

With an R-value of R-6.7, the WarmSpan² system can exceed all new residential roof R-value requirements.

Maximising Natural Light in Compliance with H1: A Holistic Approach Using Solatube Skylights

Maximising Natural Light in Compliance with H1: A Holistic Approach Using Solatube Skylights

Solatube skylights can help architects achieve both sustainable designs and abundant natural light, while complying with H1 energy efficiency standards in New Zealand.

Solid Wood: Calculating Timber Fastening Connections

Solid Wood: Calculating Timber Fastening Connections

Solid Wood is a web-based tool that designs timber connections with nails and screws according to Eurocode 5 (EN 1995-1-1).

Passive Ventilation with DriSpace for H1

Passive Ventilation with DriSpace for H1

DriSpace incorporate passive ventilation, high vapour permeable underlays, vapour control layers and airtight membranes to provide condensation control and air barrier solutions.

COLORSTEEL AWARDS 2023: Calling New Zealand’s Best Designers, Architects and Roofers

COLORSTEEL AWARDS 2023: Calling New Zealand’s Best Designers, Architects and Roofers

Entries are now open for the COLORSTEEL Awards, including two categories specifically designed to recognise excellence in architectural design.

New State-of-the-art Facility Planned to Produce Thermally-Efficient Cladding and Roofing Panels

New State-of-the-art Facility Planned to Produce Thermally-Efficient Cladding and Roofing Panels

The international Metecno Group is expanding their operations into New Zealand with a $30 million, 8500m² manufacturing facility in Te Rapa, Hamilton, supported by United Industries Group.

Colour Blocking Inspiration from Dulux

Colour Blocking Inspiration from Dulux

The expert colour and specification team at Dulux are here to provide you with inspiration on the latest colour and style trends.

HI-MACS: A Silica-Free Solid Surface that Offers Endless Design Possibilities

HI-MACS: A Silica-Free Solid Surface that Offers Endless Design Possibilities

With HI-MACS Acrylic Solid Surface you can achieve stunning seamless interiors — with options for backlighting to create extra wow factor.

Meet H1 with New R7 Single Layer Ceiling Insulation from Knauf

Meet H1 with New R7 Single Layer Ceiling Insulation from Knauf

Knauf Insulation introduces new R7 single layer ceiling insulation range with cutting-edge technology to keep New Zealand homes H1 compliant.

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