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Tried and True: Futura HPL — Now in Matt Finishes

From Tim Webber furniture to schools and commercial fit-outs, Plytech's Futura range has stood the test of time.

Frameless Glass Balustrades: What are the Options?

It can be hard to keep up with the options for frameless glass balustrades, with top rails and without, so here’s a quick overview of what is available.

July 2019 feature

Timber Innovations

Innovative timber products that enhance buildings structurally and visually.

Innovative Engineered Timber Creates Unique Results

Techlam recently supplied the structural glulam for a building that can withstand a one-in-2500-year earthquake, demonstrating their expertise in providing impressive structural solutions.

Sustainable NZ Radiata Pine Decking Enhances Lifestyle Village

Sustainable NZ Radiata Pine Decking Enhances Lifestyle Village

The sustainable Key Deck met all the requirements for an attractive, barefoot-friendly, high-performing outdoor area for residents of the 60-villa complex at Whitianga Waterways. 

Moso Bamboo Provides Sustainable and Hypoallergenic Flooring

Moso Bamboo Provides Sustainable and Hypoallergenic Flooring

Moso bamboo is hard-wearing, low maintenance and perfect for hypoallergenic indoor spaces.

Sustainable Timber Alternative Solutions for Commercial Interiors

Sustainable Timber Alternative Solutions for Commercial Interiors

Innoceil systems give designers exciting options for residential and commercial timber ceilings, with excellent acoustic performance and options for curves, waves and shadow effects. 

Introducing a Simple New Clip-in Aluminium Screening Kit

Available from PSP, EliteScreen is an easy-to-install modular aluminium screening kit with a patented no weld system that saves on time and costs.

Track My Tree Initiative a First for the Veneer Industry

NZ native veneer panels bought from Prime Panels can be tracked right back to the trees they were cut from.

Matt Laminate Ply Creates Striking Contrast in Mount Maunganui Home

Cabinetry in Plytech Polaris HPL white creates contrast to cedar ceilings and oak floors of the home, while a bespoke dining table in Polaris HPL black adds texture with its beautiful edge detail.

New Self-Adhesive Vapour Permeable Membrane for Commercial Rainscreens

In a recent theatre refurbishment, Proctor Wraptite SA vapour permeable membrane prevented moisture ingress and provided a second layer of protection behind the rainscreen. 

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Vantage Products Feature in Sustainable Preschool Centres

Vantage windows and doors in large sizes and expanses feature in two recent preschool centres where they contribute to light and airy designs.

Homestar Ratings: Moving Beyond 6 Stars

While in the normal course of events, most newly constructed homes in an urban setting can achieve a 6 Homestar rating, if there is an aspiration for higher ratings, then there is value in looking at where points can be gained at an early stage in the design process. 

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Smart Locks Prove Ideal for Museum Heritage Doors

Auckland War Memorial Museum has finally retired their mechanical door lock system for the flexible and affordable smart lock system designed by ASSA ABLOY.

Reduce Risk of Penetration Failure with a BRANZ-Tested Inter-tenancy System

The Metra Panel Inter-tenancy Wall System recently passed BRANZ testing for fire resistance of pipe and cable penetrations — a result which increases design freedom while lowering build costs.

ARDEX Provides System Solution For High Geothermal Activity in Rotorua

An effective waterproofing solution for moisture affected substrates in a geothermal location.

The Warmth of Timber and the Durability of Aluminium Louvres Combined

The Warmth of Timber and the Durability of Aluminium Louvres Combined

Selecting a wood grain finish when specifying Louvretec's range of sun louvre systems provides durability with the look of timber.

Two-for-One Approach to Wood Look Acoustic Ceilings

Two-for-One Approach to Wood Look Acoustic Ceilings

Asona provides excellent customisability for specific projects, with two options for timber look ceilings, matched with reliable acoustic performance.

ModWood: An Innovative Planet-Conscious Decking Solution

ModWood: An Innovative Planet-Conscious Decking Solution

With all the talk about reducing landfill waste, ModWood made from recycled plastic milk bottles and sawmill wood residue presents a strong case for a planet-conscious decking solution. 

Solutions for Comfortable Living: Sliding and Folding Doors

Solutions for Comfortable Living: Sliding and Folding Doors

With space at a premium in today's compact living environments, sliding doors are an ideal solution. 

Timber Composite Decking Enhanced for Improved Stability

Timber Composite Decking Enhanced for Improved Stability

With ResortDeck, designers can achieve the look and texture of a natural timber deck with the added enhancements of structural stability, longevity and low maintenance properties.

Create a Sophisticated Interior Space with Timber Veneer Slats

Create a Sophisticated Interior Space with Timber Veneer Slats

The real timber veneer of Décortech DécorSlat is ideal for creating beautiful panelised slat features. 

Meeting Fire Performance for Existing Wooden Structures

Meeting Fire Performance for Existing Wooden Structures

Tech Coatings offer AS/NZS tested solutions for cost-effective treatment of existing timber, whether exposed, concealed or in penetrations. 

Crimp Curved Roof Adds Detail to Family Home

Crimp Curved Roof Adds Detail to Family Home

The Hi Five roof in Permanent Green ColorCote ZinaCore has been crimp curved to follow the roofline and features a trapezoidal profile for a more modern feel.

Increase Insulation Values for Windows with Climate Control Film

Increase Insulation Values for Windows with Climate Control Film

Enhance comfort and efficiency year-round with Thinsulate Window Film from 3M.

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Dulux Colour Awards: 
Inspired Use of Colour in Winning Projects


Dulux Colour Awards: 
Inspired Use of Colour in Winning Projects


The winner of the inaugural NZ Grand Prix category was the Wains Hotel, Dunedin by Yellow6 which features subtle use of colour blocking for the historic Victorian-era hotel. 

Striking Industrial-Style Tapware from iB Rubinetti

Striking Industrial-Style Tapware from iB Rubinetti

The Bold Collection from iB Rubinetti encompasses tapware for both kitchens and bathrooms to suit a range of designs.

Create Beautiful Designs with Grooved Interior Panels

Create Beautiful Designs with Grooved Interior Panels

Plankwall Grooved Wall and Ceiling Panels provide architects and builders with an efficient and robust option for creating eye-catching walls and ceilings. 

Improve Indoor Air Quality with Desso Airmaster Carpet Tiles

Improve Indoor Air Quality with Desso Airmaster Carpet Tiles

With six new colours available in the Desso Airmaster carpet tile range, it is now even easier to design to each client’s style while creating a better indoor air quality.

Introducing Bentley Mills Carpets to New Zealand

Introducing Bentley Mills Carpets to New Zealand

Introducing the newest addition to the Heritage Carpets family: Bentley Mills.

Sturdy Partitions Provide Long-Lasting Solution for Tauranga Airport

Sturdy Partitions Provide Long-Lasting Solution for Tauranga Airport

Resco recently provided hard-wearing compact laminate partitions for the Tauranga airport extension. 

Protect Wood in Interiors from UVA Rays with Laminated Glass

Protect Wood in Interiors from UVA Rays with Laminated Glass

Viridian's VLam Silence enables light to enter while eliminating 99% of UVA radiation to protect furniture and flooring from fading. 

Curved Glass Facade Welcomes Customers to Koda Salon

Curved Glass Facade Welcomes Customers to Koda Salon

Provided by Glasshape, the TemperShield Curved glass facade maximises light and space for the popular Bondi hair salon. 

The Use of Carpet in Tertiary Entrance Design

The Use of Carpet in Tertiary Entrance Design

For tertiary buildings, continuous entry carpet offers a high-performing and cost-effective solution for water absorption from the soles of shoes.

Grande Toilet Suite Offers New Design Options for Bathrooms

Grande Toilet Suite Offers New Design Options for Bathrooms

Kohler has introduced a new generation of ultra sleek, exceptionally hygienic toilets that can be tailored to a consumer’s personal preference and bathroom design.

Porcelain Tiles Offer Durable Alternative to Natural Timber

Porcelain Tiles Offer Durable Alternative to Natural Timber

Innovative design and technology demonstrate why porcelain timber tiles are a viable alternative to natural timber flooring options.

Declare and Red List Free Viking Roofspec StrandSarking Substrate

Declare and Red List Free Viking Roofspec StrandSarking Substrate

Not only is StrandSarking BRANZ appraised and CodeMark certified, but it also carries the Declare Label and is certified as Red List Free. 

Space-saving High Speed Doors Provide Security for Apartment Tower

Space-saving High Speed Doors Provide Security for Apartment Tower

The EFAFLEX SST High Speed Door features an oval spiral tracking system to reduce head clearance while offering speed, safety and durability for users of the Swanston Square apartment tower.

Eye-catching Ceiling Panels Improve Acoustics for Les Mills Hamilton

Eye-catching Ceiling Panels Improve Acoustics for Les Mills Hamilton

The black Ecoplus Acoustic Cloud Panels reduce reverberation for the gym’s newest studio while providing a striking feature for the ceiling. 

State-of-the-art Clip-in System for Timber Walls and Ceilings

State-of-the-art Clip-in System for Timber Walls and Ceilings

The Austratus timber ceiling and wall system provides the sophisticated look of an architectural wall or ceiling, with the ease of an off-the-shelf product.

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