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Understanding future demand for residential and commercial construction
Issue #9 ⋅ February 2025
Louvretec Bracket Fixed Louvres bring visual impact while providing sun and privacy control.
EFAFLEX Next Generation high-speed doors combine precision engineering with adaptable design to meet the demands of modern industrial environments.
Clever electric home design and inspired interior renovation have transformed a former lodge into a beautiful estate that the owners can control from anywhere at the tap of a screen.
Transform noisy, high-traffic spaces into calmer, more comfortable environments with Gerflor acoustic sheet vinyl from Belgotex New Zealand — combining standout acoustic performance, easy maintenance, and design-led durability.
Woolworths Supermarkets has taken a significant step toward corporate sustainability by incorporating saveBOARD's eco-friendly building materials in their refurbished stores across New Zealand and Australia.
Designed to endure extreme weather events, the 980m² Equus Soprema Duotherm Green Roof system provides thermal and sound insulation, rainwater filtration, and stormwater management.
Marley dBlue eliminates the need for additional acoustic lagging, streamlining installation and reducing costs on site.
DumaWall+ and DumaWall XL (DumaWall) are lightweight, easy-to-install, impervious wall panels that provide the look and feel of ceramic tiles.
SmartWall acoustic fencing helps create quieter, more private living spaces at Wallaceville Estate’s latest stage in Upper Hutt.
Forest View High School has replaced traditional key sets with electronic keys using eCLIQ by ASSA ABLOY. This modern technology gives each staff member access to the rooms they need and no one else. When a key goes missing, it’s a simple on-site reset.
Allproof’s MC Series Modular Stainless Steel Challenge ensures smooth operation of the busy commercial kitchen, and was a smart choice for meeting the tight construction schedule.
Discover how the Ōtautahi Superhome uses SPEEDFLOOR Suspended Concrete Flooring to integrate exceptional acoustic comfort, structural efficiency, and sustainable living in one innovative build.
The $80m Waikato Regional Theatre project, in central Hamilton, has passed an important construction milestone with completion of glazed curtainwall panels featuring the 175mm Structural Glaze commercial window system from APL Window Systems.
Available from Central Heating New Zealand, the Variocomp floor heating system features a slim profile for minimum height impact, making it ideal for renovations and new builds alike.
Dulux Colour Forecasters predict a gravitation towards more serene, muted colours that evoke a calm and subtle sense of luxury as we take time to reflect, unwind and enjoy simpler pleasures leading up to the cooler months.
Jasmax specified Comfortech acoustic panels in a custom wave design for the atrium of this shared office building, ensuring a comfortable acoustic environment.
Achieving certification through a well-established and highly respected independent organisation such as Toitū adds authenticity to Allproof’s sustainability commitments.
A user-friendly tapware choice for bathrooms that children or senior persons frequent.
The high rate of sound absorption in the 100kg/m³ Insulwool (Rock Wool) insulation makes it an ideal acoustic solution for multi-tenanted buildings where reducing noise levels and fire performance are critical in any project design.
Yourself is the latest must-have porcelain collection to arrive at the Tile Depot. Epitomising the beauty and quality intrinsic to Italian design, this cement-inspired collection captures the subtle nuances of cement in various formats within an exquisite porcelain range.
Warren and Mahoney deliver a meaningful, low-carbon interior with the design support and sustainability expertise of Heritage Carpets
This luxury resort-style retirement village features a range of Spectrum products including custom screens, timber-look aluminium louvres, and balustrading.
Moddex delivers essential safety solutions and seamless project support for a senior living development focused on community, health, and wellbeing.
The SRP Whisperwall System was developed and manufactured to achieve superior acoustic properties, and to ensure acoustic privacy in interior wall construction.
Warm roofs present a compelling, cost-effective H1 solution in New Zealand.
Understanding that no two projects have identical acoustic needs, KOROK has engineered adaptable systems that address distinct sound transmission concerns, such as minimising sound bleed, enhancing privacy, and optimising acoustic separation between spaces.
At a 200-metre elevation, the site has stunning sea views for 36km from the head of Queen Charlotte Sound, which are captured through generous use of large picture windows and sliding doors.
Featuring Bromic outdoor heating, the outdoor space is used for meetings, brainstorming sessions, or individual work, fostering a more relaxed and collaborative environment.
RoofLogic Warm Roof systems offer a range of benefits including superior thermal insulation, effective condensation control, and enhanced acoustic performance.
Whether you want to impart toasty warmth or keep things crisp and cool, these recent Resene Wallpaper Collection releases will set the right tone for your design.
The latest Resene Total Colour Awards winners have been announced at a colourful evening as part of Auckland Design Week celebrating winners across a range of categories including residential, commercial and landscape.
The 162mm AFS Logicwall intertenancy wall was specified to meet an STC rating of 55 with no strapping or lining required — with the space savings achieved meaning an extra unit could be added to the development.
As architects and designers continue to prioritise both aesthetics and functionality, the demand for high-performance acoustic solutions is growing. With the right combination of materials, installation techniques, and complementary design elements, tiles can play a vital role in creating acoustically optimised spaces.
Big River Panels offers a comprehensive range of acoustic products, and even has a "Build Your Own" design tool which allows designers to create acoustic solutions, with access to specifications, data sheets, and other essential documentation.
Marmox Multiboards provide a lightweight yet robust, waterproof, and thermally insulating solution for tiled floors and walls, and are compatible with undertile heating.
Sustainability starts with knowing the true impact of your materials. Allied Concrete’s EPD On-Demand gives architects and specifiers accurate, project-specific carbon data, making it easier to design low-carbon buildings with confidence.
In the quest for better acoustic comfort, flooring is a critical yet often overlooked part of the solution.
Arthurs is Bremworth's latest commercial wool carpet range, designed for durability, style, and performance.
Balancing superior acoustic performance with simplicity was why Wellington developers, Palmer & Cook chose to use the PhoneStar Lite acoustic system in their most recent apartment project, Kākāriki.