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Add a touch of glamour to backyards with the PoolHouse’s Regal Series Pools — made with Graphene nanotechnology for greater strength in NZ’s conditions.
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Understanding future demand for residential and commercial construction
Issue #12 ⋅ February 2026
The Building Agency brings Barracuda to NZ, a brick slip system offering flexibility, precision, and fully tested performance for architects designing across New Zealand.
Despite the importance of informed material selection, significant knowledge gaps persist — particularly regarding the differences between stainless steel grades, such as 304 and 316L, and their varying levels of corrosion resistance.
Bringing the essence of New Zealand’s great outdoors inside with Polyflor’s durable vinyl flooring that captures the beauty of timber and stone.
Solis T Series blends the old-school feel of robust toggles with modernist, perfect square edges and thin, flush covers available in Brushed Brass, Platinum Aluminium, Ebony Aluminium, and White Ceramic.
Belgotex Aqua Elite underlay provides a high-performance solution for impact sound insulation beneath floating flooring, providing a lightweight, cost-effective alternative to traditional rubber underlay.
In residential construction, time efficiency and material reliability are increasingly important factors when specifying products. Shadowclad Ultra from CHH Plywood offers an effective solution for timber cladding, with the added advantage of a factory-applied pre-priming system designed to improve efficiencies around coating application and provide a level of early-stage weather protection.
The Moderno Heater is quickly becoming the go-to upgrade for homeowners who want to enjoy or elevate their outdoor experience — whether it's for delightful alfresco meals, evening barbecues or simply enjoying a peaceful evening on the patio.
A new era of kitchen innovation — combining motion-sensing intelligence, dual functionality, and elegant design to make every task simpler.
ModePanel Arc is a fully welded aluminium fin panel fence system engineered for strength, precision, and architectural appeal.
Designed for wood gates and screening structures up to 70kg, this hinge combines strength, resistance to NZ conditions and a subtle design.
A look at the key design considerations for incorporating steel joist mid-floors into medium density design.
OTC Projects showcases Triboard’s strength and style in a landmark Whangārei development, delivering durability and design excellence.
Tauranga City Council's building at 90 Devonport Road sets a new globally relevant benchmark for sustainability. Entrance matting and carpets from Advance Flooring were specified to contribute to comfort, healthy interiors and durability over time.
From glass panoramic elevators and machine-room-less systems, to compact models designed for minimal floor area, Savaria Elevators offer smart solutions for assisting mobility and supporting long-term accessibility in residential projects.
A well-insulated classroom plays an important role in enhancing focus, comfort, and air quality — key elements for an effective learning environment.
ACMF screens filter sunlight, create privacy, and define space, and are perfect for introducing texture and depth without adding bulk in smaller settings such as townhouse courtyards or apartment balconies.
Overlooking the ever-changing estuary, this modern yet memory-filled home is the perfect place to watch the world drift by.
A conversation with Jonathan Mountfort, creative director at Autex Acoustics.
How BiForm’s Solid Composite Decking brings sustainability and long-term performance to outdoor spaces without compromising on style.
EQUITONE’s fibre cement façade materials offer designers a robust, design-flexible solution for modular construction projects.
Viking Roofspec's structural grate floating deck system allows the use of tiles as thin as 15mm, enabling true indoor-outdoor continuity while reducing deck weight.
With engineered timber beams, posts and rafters — and a free design service — Prolam makes it easy to create pergolas that are strong, stylish and made for life outdoors.
The House of Illusions showhome in Milldale features a bold, sculptural kitchen design brought to life with Hettich AvanTech YOU soft-close drawers, delivering both striking aesthetics and seamless functionality.
A look at the key design considerations for specifying translucent roof systems that can stand up to the rigours of increased rooftop services, higher wind loads, and stricter operational safety requirements.
An award-winning terrace housing project in sought-after Pt Chevalier is raising the bar for high-end brownfield developments in Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland.
Asona's Ultratone perforated plasterboard was chosen to effectively manage sound while achieving a clean design aesthetic.
Nuralite's single layer Nuralite TPO system proved ideal for integrating with existing details and complex penetrations, meeting both performance and aesthetic goals.
"DriSpace offers a wide range of innovative, high quality products I was genuinely excited to incorporate into my project."
Dekton surfaces bring elegance, durability and design continuity to this outdoor kitchen by Modi Design and Three-Sixty Architecture.
A well-specified balustrade preserves outlook, supports natural light, enhances perceived space, and contributes directly to mental wellbeing, particularly in high-density developments where every square metre matters.
Built on European Birch plywood and finished on both faces with a premium, hard-wearing decorative laminate produced by Unilin, Futura Evolve brings together durability, sustainability, and design freedom.
Summer’s coming — and so are the decking deadlines. Stay ahead with Millboard: the decking solution that installs fast, looks great, and is built for tough New Zealand conditions.
As an historic site of community value, the landscaping design needed to be considerate but also reflect a new forward-looking city evolving from the 2011 earthquake.