EBOSS and the BIM Acceleration Committee are pleased to announce the findings from the second survey of our five year programme that will follow the progress of the introduction of Building Information Modelling (BIM) into New Zealand.

Apartments and terrace buildings are now included in this comprehensive residential sustainability rating scheme which is rapidly being adopted throughout the country. 

Slip resistance is necessary to safeguard people from injury during movement into, within, and out of buildings.

An airtight building envelope helps prevent hot air from escaping and can significantly reduce the costs of heating a building.

Unlike vapour barriers, intelligent airtightness and vapour control layers have a humidity-variable function, ensuring protection from mould and moisture damage.

As the population ages, durable paint finishes that meet the demands of residential aged care facilities, health care practices and hospitals are required. 

Written by Jerome Partington, JASMAX: If we aren't sure about a chemical or product's toxicity or health impacts, we shouldn't use it. 

Timber movement is caused by changes in environmental conditions and can be affected by and have an effect on paint. 

A wall is not a ventilation system, therefore airtightness is not the enemy.

Thermal Mass is often presented as the magic ingredient to ensure that the passive solar gain within a building is maximised, but the importance and usefulness of Thermal Mass can vary depending on the purpose and location of a space, along with glazing and insulation.