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New Interlocking Metal Cladding System for Creating Eye-Catching Negative Detail Designs

Eurostyle Panelok is a cost-effective and aesthetically pleasing cladding system that is designed to be self-supporting on cavity battens. 

Papanui High School: A Striking Facade with High-Performance Cladding

Trespa Meteon & Profix PXF ensured a durable, low-maintenance cladding solution that withstands high-traffic use while maintaining its aesthetic appeal.

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Cladding Systems

High-performance rainscreens and cladding systems that meet the compliance requirements for medium-density and low-rise commercial projects.

Luxury Victoria Lane Residences Enhanced by Symonite’s Full Façade Cladding System

The recently completed luxury Victoria Lane residences in Remuera enhanced by Symonite’s Full Façade cladding system.

Proprietary Cavity Battens Enable Installation of JSC Timber Weatherboards on Concrete, Masonry and Steel Framing

Proprietary Cavity Battens Enable Installation of JSC Timber Weatherboards on Concrete, Masonry and Steel Framing

Unlike standard 20mm cavity battens that require traditional timber framing, JSC’s 45mm Structural Cavity Battens create a structural fixing layer that works not only over timber framing, but also over concrete, masonry, or steel framing.

Non-Combustible, Low Maintenance Vertical Cladding for a Social Housing Development

Non-Combustible, Low Maintenance Vertical Cladding for a Social Housing Development

The Panelux Aluminium Facade Panels installed on a custom hook and pin rainscreen system provided a striking vertical weatherboard look at a cost-effective price.

A Low Maintenance, Carbon Neutral Façade for Residential and Commercial Projects

A Low Maintenance, Carbon Neutral Façade for Residential and Commercial Projects

Featuring exceptional weathertightness, durability and low maintenance, Dekton is a smart design option for standalone homes, apartments and large commercial buildings alike.

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Introducing QBT450: Steel & Tube's New High-Performing Tray Roofing

Stunning European-inspired tray roofing meets modern and innovative thinking to bring a competitive and high-performing roofing system.

Free H1 Calculation Service for Achieving Compliance via the Modelling Method

Ensuring a building meets H1 compliance isn't just about adding more insulation — it’s about smart design choices. Mammoth Insulation offers a free H1 calculation service for architects, providing expert thermal modelling and calculation methods to optimise energy efficiency.

Groundscrew Foundations for a Challenging DOC Hut 1200m Above Sea Level

StopDigging’s groundscrews offered a smart solution for minimising weight and reducing ground disturbance while providing a stable foundation for this remote DOC hut in Taranaki which is only accessible on foot or by helicopter.

Shaker-Style Doors See a Resurgence in Popularity

NKBA designers pick this as a key interiors trend for 2025.

Bremworth Launches Specifier Platform

Bremworth is excited to introduce their new Specifier platform, created exclusively for industry professionals. Gain seamless access to everything you need to bring your projects to life.

Considering the Review of NZ Building Code Clause H1 Energy Efficiency

In 2024 the Minister for Building and Construction, the Hon. Chris Penk, “… instructed MBIE to review the recently implemented H1 energy efficiency standards to ensure that the compliance costs were not unreasonable and were well balanced with the health and efficiency gains.”

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COLORSTEEL Awards 2025 Entries Now Open

Submit your entries now for the 2025 COLORSTEEL Awards.

Hardwearing HPL with an Attractive Ply Edge Perfect for Kitchen and Bathroom Cabinetry and Interior Fit-Outs

Plymasters HPL Italia is a smart alternative to melamine that ensures long-lasting low maintenance thanks to its hardwearing surface and moisture-resistant glue-line.

Escea’s Freestanding Wood Fireplace Offers the Best of Both Worlds

Situated on a five-acre block, nestled between the mountains and the sea — at the heart of it all is the Escea TFS1000 Freestanding Wood Fireplace.

Lockseam on Rail Provides a Compliant System with an Attractive Tray Look for Buildings Over 10m

Lockseam on Rail Provides a Compliant System with an Attractive Tray Look for Buildings Over 10m

Architectural Metalformers' Lockseam profile can be installed over a non-combustible aluminium rail, making it suitable for commercial buildings over 10 metres, where it complies with NZBC C3.5: Limiting vertical fire spread. 

Selecting Balustrades for Public Spaces: Balancing Safety, Compliance and Design

Selecting Balustrades for Public Spaces: Balancing Safety, Compliance and Design

Balustrades in public spaces must meet strict safety standards while enhancing architectural design. Learn how to balance compliance and aesthetics with expert insights from UNEX.

Masons’ Complete AAC Cladding System with Premium Mineral Plaster

Masons’ Complete AAC Cladding System with Premium Mineral Plaster

Masons’ Enviro AAC Panel Cladding System delivers a complete, high-performance cladding system based on 50mm autoclaved aerated concrete panels and a three-coat mineral plaster finish — all backed by expert support for a flawless finish.

New Te Ao Mārama Whare Bridges Culture and Sustainability at Rangiora High School

New Te Ao Mārama Whare Bridges Culture and Sustainability at Rangiora High School

Techlam's fully prefabricated glulam structure sped up construction, to help deliver a culturally significant, multi-functional learning hub that blends natural aesthetics with modern design.

The Smart Façade Screw from SPAX

The Smart Façade Screw from SPAX

The SPAX facade screw works with the timber when it expands and shrinks which eliminates the common problems of the past such as splitting and protruding heads.

Heavy Duty Entrance Mat Meets High Demand of Mānawa Bay Outlet Centre

Heavy Duty Entrance Mat Meets High Demand of Mānawa Bay Outlet Centre

The entryways are all protected by ExtraTread, a premium aluminium and carpet strip mat with extra-wide infills engineered for 37% greater water absorption compared to similar mats.

A Complete New Zealand Cladding System for Every Build

A Complete New Zealand Cladding System for Every Build

A New Zealand-made complete cladding system built for everything from coastal homes to commercial projects, offering architects and builders a durable, high-performance solution.

ZinaCore: Protect What Matters Most

ZinaCore: Protect What Matters Most

For specifiers looking to balance performance, aesthetics, and budget, ZinaCore presents an ideal solution.

Advanced Membrane Technology Ensures Comprehensive Deck Protection

Advanced Membrane Technology Ensures Comprehensive Deck Protection

Viking Dec-K-ing is an all-in-one hard-wearing, aesthetic waterproofing membrane, providing the ultimate underfoot finish and waterproofing for decks above living areas.

Meeting NZBC Compliance with the Finn Contour Panel

Meeting NZBC Compliance with the Finn Contour Panel

Explore the innovative design and compliance features of the Finn Contour Panel, the perfect solution for challenging landscapes.

Simpson Strong-Tie’s Composite Strengthening Systems Now Meet NZ Building Code

Simpson Strong-Tie’s Composite Strengthening Systems Now Meet NZ Building Code

Simpson Strong-Tie's Fiber Reinforced Polymer (FRP) systems gain ICC-ES approval for NZ Building Code compliance.

Econa: Luxurious and Sustainable Broadloom Carpet Made in New Zealand

Econa: Luxurious and Sustainable Broadloom Carpet Made in New Zealand

Econa is a luxurious cut-pile broadloom carpet, made locally in New Zealand from ECONYL 100% recycled nylon yarn — offering a premium, sustainable flooring solution for residential, multi-residential, and light commercial projects.

Create Your Own Bespoke Stone Facade as a BRANZ Appraised System

Create Your Own Bespoke Stone Facade as a BRANZ Appraised System

Installed on thousands of homes and commercial buildings, there are now 24 stone options and more than 250 possible colour blends to choose from with Craftstone Select to deliver the aesthetic of full-thickness stone in a lighter weight BRANZ-appraised system.

Keeping a School Renovation on Track with Saniflo Drainage Solutions

Keeping a School Renovation on Track with Saniflo Drainage Solutions

With limited access to gravity drainage, the plumbers turned to Saniflo for a pump solution that would enable installation of all the wet amenities needed.

Melteca Aged Walnut Unifies a Warm and Inviting Office Fitout

Melteca Aged Walnut Unifies a Warm and Inviting Office Fitout

Workplace design and strategy company 4WoRK used Melteca Aged Walnut to create a warm and inviting environment for Stride’s head office in Auckland, including a striking feature wall.

Territory Pre-Finished Fibre Cement Cladding System by Cemintel Delivers on All Fronts

Territory Pre-Finished Fibre Cement Cladding System by Cemintel Delivers on All Fronts

Depending on the size of the project, you can usually install a full cladding system in just 3-5 days.

ALPOLIC NC/A1 Receives CodeMark Certification

ALPOLIC NC/A1 Receives CodeMark Certification

ALPOLIC NC/A1 is a fire-safe, non-combustible mineral core aluminium cladding that contains zero polyethylene, making it a smart aluminium cladding alternative.

Coastal Home Features Aluminium Cladding with a Low Maintenance Woodgrain Finish

Coastal Home Features Aluminium Cladding with a Low Maintenance Woodgrain Finish

The Nu-Wall aluminium cladding with a Metwood Dusky Chestnut woodgrain finish provides lasting durability for this coastal home, while minimising maintenance for the clients.

UltraClad by Vulcan Building Systems: A High Performance Cladding System that Endures the NZ Elements

UltraClad by Vulcan Building Systems: A High Performance Cladding System that Endures the NZ Elements

The innovative design, ease of installation, and superior performance in durability, weather protection, fire resistance, and structural integrity make UltraClad an ideal choice for residential and commercial projects.

Fire Rated Group 1-S Floc Outperforms Synthetic Alternatives

Fire Rated Group 1-S Floc Outperforms Synthetic Alternatives

Having achieved a Group 1-S rating under BRANZ testing, Floc is proven to offer a natural, safe, and carefully developed option for interior spaces.

Energy-Efficient Hot Water and Heating Solution for Large Apartment Building

Energy-Efficient Hot Water and Heating Solution for Large Apartment Building

Solar thermodynamic domestic hot water and central heating for Wellington Apartments.

EPDs: The Blueprint for Sustainable Building with Pro Clima

EPDs: The Blueprint for Sustainable Building with Pro Clima

Pro Clima has emerged as an industry leader by being the one of the first manufacturers in the weather and airtightness sector to provide EPDs for their range of products.

Introducing REGEN Eco-Friendly Carpet Tiles

Introducing REGEN Eco-Friendly Carpet Tiles

Each tile is crafted from either Regenerated Nylon (Second Life) or Sorona (Corn Fibre), to provide architects with an environmentally responsible, durable, and versatile solution.

How Vynco is Creating Indoor-Outdoor Flow with Fittings

How Vynco is Creating Indoor-Outdoor Flow with Fittings

The Vynco X range gives architects the ability to create a fully cohesive outdoor lighting design with switches, powerpoints, ventilation grilles, lights and sensors designed to match the home's design. 

Sophisticated Wall and Ceiling Heating Systems for Year-Round Comfort

Sophisticated Wall and Ceiling Heating Systems for Year-Round Comfort

Variotherm Module Wall and Ceiling systems provide radiant heat while seamlessly integrating into the fabric of buildings. There's even an acoustic ceiling panel option that's perfect for office meeting rooms.

Renovated for the Future with Klima uPVC

Renovated for the Future with Klima uPVC

Renovating a 160-year-old building came with its own set of challenges, requiring a pragmatic, sensitive approach that focussed on the fundamentals of making the house fit for purpose.

Kiwi Made: An Important Priority for APL and Profile Group

Kiwi Made: An Important Priority for APL and Profile Group

A commitment to ‘New Zealand Made’ and maximising local employment are proud defining features of APL Window Solutions.

Cutting Corners Investigation: Base Metal Thickness and Compliance Concerns in New Zealand

Cutting Corners Investigation: Base Metal Thickness and Compliance Concerns in New Zealand

The Cutting Corners investigation covered multiple imported light-gauge steel products, finding that many fail to meet the Base Metal Thickness requirements necessary for compliance.

Lightweight Concrete Facade System Brings Greater Efficiency to Medium Density Homes

Lightweight Concrete Facade System Brings Greater Efficiency to Medium Density Homes

The light weight of the BRANZ appraised INTEGRA Facade System ensures easier transportation, handling and install to minimise labour costs and improve efficiency on site. 

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