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Introducing Permacore: Allied Concrete’s Permeable Concrete Solution

Unlike traditional concrete, Permacore allows water to pass directly through the surface into the ground beneath, minimising strain on stormwater systems. 

Prefabricated Timber Pavilions Challenge Conventional School Building Design

A Wellington school is challenging conventional school building design with prefabricated timber classroom pavilions that are architectural, low carbon and repeatable.

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August 2026 feature

Pre-Cladding Solutions

The products we rely on to protect the building enclosure from the elements, both during and after the build.

Interior Trades Progress Uninterrupted Thanks to Masons' Wrap

Landmark Homes can run its interior fit-out programme independently of the building cladding, using Masons UNI PLUS Flexible Air Barrier.

ROCKWOOL Rainscreen Powers a Smarter Pre-Cladding Solution

ROCKWOOL Rainscreen Powers a Smarter Pre-Cladding Solution

Only one New Zealand pre-cladding system combines AS/NZS 4284-tested weather protection with ROCKWOOL Rainscreen to deliver superior building envelope solutions.

The Case for Custom: Why Cut-to-Length Rigid Air Barrier Makes Financial Sense

The Case for Custom: Why Cut-to-Length Rigid Air Barrier Makes Financial Sense

Every rigid air barrier on the market ships in standard sheet lengths, except one. 

RAB Board Pre-Cladding Creates High Performing Buildings

RAB Board Pre-Cladding Creates High Performing Buildings

James Hardie was the first to develop and manufacture a specific product for use as a rigid air barrier. RAB Board now sets the benchmark for pre-cladding. Made from Hardie fibre cement board, RAB Board helps create a stiffer building and improve comfort inside.

Haven Flooring Now Available in 240mm Plank Width

Forté's most versatile engineered timber flooring collection now offers even greater design flexibility.

New Acoustic Ceiling Wows in School Weathertightness Remediation Project

Specifically engineered for high-use environments where durability is essential, the Triton Sports 40 Cloud SR Panel was specified to provide acoustic control in the busy school hall. 

Overcoming Seismic Challenges with Smart Wall and Ceiling Systems at Flat Bush Pop-Up Library

Delivered in just five and a half months, this temporary community library features a range of systems from Potter Interiors, including a suspended ceiling grid, acoustic tiles, and ceiling studs installed horizontally to enable freestanding walls.

Preserving History with NZ's First 6 Green Star Heritage Redevelopment

The former Auckland Chief Post Office was one of New Zealand's most significant heritage restoration projects. Mapei Ultratop self-levelling cementitious flooring system was chosen to create the stair treads and landings with a terrazzo aesthetic, delivering the look and performance needed for the high-traffic building.

Your Building Materials Could Be Adding Years To Your Life...

Research from the University of British Columbia found that simply being surrounded by wood lowers sympathetic nervous system activity — your body's fight-or-flight response — even when you're not consciously aware of it.

Unlocking Yield and Infrastructure Capacity via Greywater Recycling

Find out how a developer in Hamilton has increased their housing yield and created a more sustainable approach to water usage through greywater recycling.

Preventing Roof Space Condensation: Treating the Problem, Not the Symptoms

Condensation in roof spaces is increasingly common, but the solution isn't just ventilation. This article explores why controlling internal moisture at its source, combined with airtight construction and above sheathing ventilation, is the most effective way to reduce condensation risk in modern New Zealand roofs.

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Aesthetically Integrated Height Safety Systems for Auckland Airport's New Car Park

Goleman Group supplied and installed comprehensive height access and fall protection systems for the newly developed car park and walkway canopies at Auckland International Airport, delivering compliant, discreetly integrated solutions that enable safe and efficient maintenance access while complementing the architectural design.

Delivering a Durable Translucent Canopy Roof on Wellington’s Windy Waterfront

The Clearspan Glazing Bar system was specified for a 400m² gable canopy roof at Wellington's CentrePort, resolving structural and corrosion challenges in one of New Zealand's most exposed coastal environments.

Prefabricated Timber Pavilions Challenge Conventional School Building Design

A Wellington school is challenging conventional school building design with prefabricated timber classroom pavilions that are architectural, low carbon and repeatable.

Why the Most Important Part of Your Façade Isn’t the Cladding

Why the Most Important Part of Your Façade Isn’t the Cladding

Taking a closer look at the FORTX and FORTX MELIOR, Pro Clima’s tested Pre-Cladding solutions that could (almost) be a cladding.  

Designing Better Learning Environments with Durable, Low-Maintenance Flooring

Designing Better Learning Environments with Durable, Low-Maintenance Flooring

Education spaces demand flooring that performs under pressure while creating safe, inspiring environments. Discover how resilient vinyl flooring supports learning through durability, acoustic comfort and contemporary design.

Delivering Roof Access Systems on a Membrane Roof for a 4 Green Star Cold Storage Facility

Delivering Roof Access Systems on a Membrane Roof for a 4 Green Star Cold Storage Facility

Designing a permanent anchorage system without compromising thermal performance or waterproofing required an innovative engineering approach.

A New Kind of Electric: Introducing the LR Series

A New Kind of Electric: Introducing the LR Series

Stripped back to its most minimalist form for maximum flame impact, the LR Series introduces a completely new kind of electric fireplace.

Pre-finished PlyPlay Transforms this Farm Shed

Pre-finished PlyPlay Transforms this Farm Shed

When a Hamilton couple imagined a ‘dream shed’ on their 10-acre lifestyle block, they meant it literally: a five-bay Versatile garage that restores vintage tractors at one end and serves as a warm, plywood-finished entertainment space at the other.

Zenith Water and Arup Partner to Support Living Building Challenge Projects Across ANZ

Zenith Water and Arup Partner to Support Living Building Challenge Projects Across ANZ

This partnership is demonstrated at Arup’s Brisbane office, where Zenith’s HydroTap ranges — which are backed by a Declare label — were specified across multiple kitchens, supporting the requirements of LBC certification.

Integrating Tubular Daylighting into Contemporary Interiors with Square Ceiling Diffusers

Integrating Tubular Daylighting into Contemporary Interiors with Square Ceiling Diffusers

Contemporary interiors demand more than performance alone. Solatube's square diffusers give architects and designers greater flexibility when specifying tubular daylighting systems.

Delivering a Level Finish on a Deflecting CLT Structure

Delivering a Level Finish on a Deflecting CLT Structure

SoundDown's systems-based approach utilises multiple flooring systems to overcome structural variability on a landmark commercial project in Wellington.

Belgotex’s Solution for Controlling ESD Discharge While Delivering Durability Underfoot

Belgotex’s Solution for Controlling ESD Discharge While Delivering Durability Underfoot

Gerflor GTI EL5 Connect tiles provide effective electrostatic discharge (ESD) control while delivering durability and underfoot comfort at ABB’s Napier manufacturing facility.

The Chain of Compliance

The Chain of Compliance

Compliance is not a document, it is a process of verification. The real question our industry should be asking is: Does the available evidence prove that the product being installed is suitable for the project conditions in which it will be used?

A Durable Semi-Gloss Finish with Built-In Protection from Bacteria and Mould

A Durable Semi-Gloss Finish with Built-In Protection from Bacteria and Mould

Lustacryl Kitchen & Bathroom provides a durable enamel-like finish with the added assurance of anti-bacterial silver protection and MoulDefender — all in a waterborne formula. 

A Custom Flooring Solution Delivering Design Intent at Scale

A Custom Flooring Solution Delivering Design Intent at Scale

One New Zealand Stadium has been designed as a landmark venue for Christchurch, delivering exceptional sporting, entertainment and hospitality experiences.

A Quick Guide to Balustrades and Handrails on Stairways

A Quick Guide to Balustrades and Handrails on Stairways

Designing compliant stairways requires more than selecting a balustrade or handrail. This guide outlines key New Zealand Building Code requirements for stairway barriers, handrails, accessibility, and child safety.

Specifying Posi-Strut Rafter Trusses with Confidence

Specifying Posi-Strut Rafter Trusses with Confidence

To support industry adoption, MiTek has developed a practical Design Navigator guide that outlines the correct input parameters for specifying Posi-Strut Rafter Trusses and explains how designers can maximise thermal performance when non-rigid ceiling insulation is incorporated.

From Indoors to Outdoors: Hettich Introduces Sophisticated Outdoor Hardware Solutions

From Indoors to Outdoors: Hettich Introduces Sophisticated Outdoor Hardware Solutions

Outdoor living has become an extension of the modern home, with alfresco kitchens, BBQ areas and entertaining spaces now designed with the same level of detail, functionality and finish as interior spaces.

Designed for an Open Door Policy

Designed for an Open Door Policy

On sunny days, this young family's Auckland home becomes the ultimate example of indoor-outdoor flow.

One Blade, Two Roof Systems: WSAA Product Innovation Award Winner

One Blade, Two Roof Systems: WSAA Product Innovation Award Winner

Louvretec's 220/45 Alpine Louvre Blade has taken home the Product Innovation Award at the 2026 WSAA Awards, and here’s why it stood out.

Early Close-In With GIB Weatherline Helps Keep 226-Home Queenstown Development on Track

Early Close-In With GIB Weatherline Helps Keep 226-Home Queenstown Development on Track

GIB's Weatherline Rigid Air Barrier system allowed for early close-in for this entry-level housing development in Frankton, fast-tracking interior trades to keep the complex construction programme on schedule. 

Beyond the Cladding: Why High-Performance Wall Assemblies Start with the Sheathing System

Beyond the Cladding: Why High-Performance Wall Assemblies Start with the Sheathing System

How the ENCLOSURE Sheathing System can improve airtightness, moisture management, structural performance, and long-term durability within modern wall assemblies.

Thinking About Solar? One Simple Decision Can Make All the Difference

Thinking About Solar? One Simple Decision Can Make All the Difference

One of the projects ACMF are currently working on has reinforced something that's often overlooked. A little planning today can save a lot of time, money, and disruption tomorrow.

Whole-Wall Performance Starts with Smarter Framing

Whole-Wall Performance Starts with Smarter Framing

While insulation R-values attract much of the attention, reducing thermal bridges through smarter framing and cavity batten selection can significantly improve whole-wall thermal performance.

Pre-Cladding Systems: The Critical Foundation Behind High-Performing Facades

Pre-Cladding Systems: The Critical Foundation Behind High-Performing Facades

The Cemintel Rigid Air Barrier can be used independently, or to complement CSR’s complete solutions package for the building envelope achieving E2 and H1 requirements under a single supplier warranty — CSR New Zealand.

Promenaid Evolves: Modular Aluminium Handrails with Enhanced Installation Flexibility

Promenaid Evolves: Modular Aluminium Handrails with Enhanced Installation Flexibility

Promenaid 2.0 builds on the proven modular aluminium handrail system with the introduction of SprocketLock bracket technology and optional Channelux integrated lighting, delivering greater installation flexibility and expanded design possibilities.

Hidden Function in a High-End Alpine Retreat

Hidden Function in a High-End Alpine Retreat

The new Concelo entro waste system by Hideaway Bins was specified to ensure functionality could be completely concealed within the joinery.

Designing a High-Performance Retrofit with a Continuous Warm Roof

Designing a High-Performance Retrofit with a Continuous Warm Roof

The warm roof system, featuring Nuralite’s Nuraply 3PM membrane over Flat Enertherm PIR insulation, provides robust waterproofing and thermal performance, while accommodating integrated solar PV and thermal panel fixings.

KOROK External Wall Systems Offer Integrated Facade Performance

KOROK External Wall Systems Offer Integrated Facade Performance

Unlike traditional wall build-ups that require multiple products to achieve compliance requirements, KOROK offers a consolidated approach that can reduce installation complexity and improve overall project efficiency.

DriSpace Pre Cladding Systems That Help Buildings Dry

DriSpace Pre Cladding Systems That Help Buildings Dry

As New Zealand buildings become more airtight, managing moisture within the building envelope is increasingly important. Preventing water ingress remains critical, but allowing moisture to dry out of the structure is equally important for long-term durability.

CodeMark Certified Rigid Air Barrier and Bracing System for Timber Construction

CodeMark Certified Rigid Air Barrier and Bracing System for Timber Construction

IBS RigidRAP is a CodeMark-certified rigid air barrier and bracing system designed that offers temporary weather protection for up to 90 days.

Marshall Delivers an Integrated Decking Solution in Central Otago

Marshall Delivers an Integrated Decking Solution in Central Otago

Marshall Pro Foot Adjustable Pedestals paired with the Marshall EVO Deck System provides an integrated decking solution. 

Designing School Boundaries With Safety and Access in Mind

Designing School Boundaries With Safety and Access in Mind

From perimeter supervision to playground safety and accessible entrances, education fencing needs to respond to how each part of the site is used.

Bremworth Expands its Beloved Galet Wool Carpet Palette

Bremworth Expands its Beloved Galet Wool Carpet Palette

Bremworth's updated Galet palette pairs grounding neutrals with richer, more expressive hues, making it easy to layer personality into a space without overwhelming it. Inspired by nature, these tones include soft greens, warm browns, and gentle caramel shades, colours designed to feel both calming and quietly uplifting.

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