When mould was discovered in the walls of this mid-2000’s Piha home, a standard upgrade evolved into a complex renovation with the aim of achieving Passive House EnerPHit Certification.
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Leading nationwide balustrade provider, Provista Balustrade Systems, has installed Semi-Frameless Glass balustrades to the 46 masonry decks of a new Premier Retirement Lifestyle development in Huapai, Northwest of Auckland.
Te Rau Aroha Museum on the Waitangi Treaty Grounds is a building with two contrasting frontages — one giving entry to quiet, interior spaces for display and thoughtful contemplation, the other a function centre that looks outwards, rimmed by a wide verandah and tall panes of glass to capture light and bushy views.
Products that contribute to the design of functional and welcoming spaces in early childcare centres, schools and tertiary institutions.
Fuelling student and staff achievements with natural light in education facilities.
Biophilia is the subconscious connection to nature, promoting wellness and an optimised atmosphere, especially in learning environments.
Stunning on-trend terrazzo-effect tiles with a timeless aesthetic. This full-body porcelain series maintains the highest technical features, character, and functionality.
The design for this urban child care outdoor space had a number of challenges including multiple heights that required a flush finish between the turf and decking spaces, curved details and soft fall areas.
Spectrum’s cost-effective and modular manufacturing process ticked all the boxes for Kainga Ora.
Introducing IBuilt GL Posts — new H5-treated glulaminated posts designed to keep verandas, carports, decking and roofing looking sharp.
Cosentino shares their top tips for seamless indoor-outdoor kitchen design.
Designed specifically for architects and designers, it features panels across the melamine, laminate and veneer ranges and engineered stone slabs in large format.
With a continued focus on product improvement, COLORSTEEL now offers a unique matte paint finish and a new solution for condensation management.
A rare chance to design a new school in Christchurch presented a fantastic opportunity to enhance the educational experience with VELUX skylights.
Paint finishes have moved far beyond just being pretty into a whole range of practical applications to help you make the most of school spaces.
Educational facilities from early childhood centres through to tertiary institutions often consist of five distinct environments: learning spaces, sports areas, bathrooms and changing rooms, entryway and circulation areas, and stairways.
For generations, Kiwis have relied on Dulux products in their homes, businesses and projects in both residential and commercial settings. Today Dulux extends its capabilities with an industry-leading suite of products and services in the diverse New Zealand education sector.
A new type of surface treatment for porcelain tiles has resulted in a smooth surface tile with amazing anti-slip properties — meaning it can be used indoors and out.
The new DriSpace website offers vented roof and wall systems combining high vapour permeable underlays, air and vapour tight ceiling and ventilation products.
When a builder and an interior designer created their own home, the result was a considered house rich in details.
Viking Dec-K-ing provided a safe and low-maintenance decking option for the playground of this new childhood learning centre.
Kingspan Insulated Panels offer a simple and cost-effective warm roofing solution that meets Ministry of Education requirements: Kingspan’s trapezoidal roofing panels (KS1000 RW) have been used extensively on schools around New Zealand to provide a high-performance roof solution.
A look at how Marshall Innovations Construction Solutions are suitable for use in new learning environments.
Adaptability of spaces is a major bonus for a learning environment; discover how Louvretec Opening Roofs and Sun Louvres can assist with this.
The only sheet membranes produced in New Zealand with CodeMark Certification confirming compliance of use at pitches of 1:100.
Trespa Meteon cladding panels bring vibrant facade options to school design, while offering durability and ease of maintenance.
More than just wardrobe doors, customisable sliding doors can be used to transform educational spaces.
From the ground to the roof, Thermakraft integrated product solutions work across all aspects of the Ministry of Education Guidelines.
Whiteboards are arguably one of the most iconic tools associated with education, and research suggests that students have a higher level of engagement with information presented through multiple teaching methods.
Not only does Rondo supply the sub-structure for wall and ceiling linings, but it also partners with the manufacturers to ensure that the surface for the linings works for each system.
Whether speccing for an early childhood centre, school or university, the required core features are the same: educational facilities need materials that are hygienic, durable, easy to clean and aesthetically pleasing. Corian ticks all of these boxes.
The new Dulux BIM Solutions offer provides easy to use BIM content and Add-Ins so users can add Dulux colour and product ranges to Autodesk Revit and GRAPHISOFT Archicad models quickly and simply.
Seratone’s highly impervious surface provides the hygiene and durability required for an active and creative education setting.
The sustainable alternative to MDF and Particle board.
Keeping learning environments safe and healthy while providing adequate access for all user groups.
In bringing all of Manukau Institute of Technology’s trade and engineering schools under one roof, ASC Architects looked to Advance Flooring to supply a total flooring solution.
CS OvertakingDoors cavity sliders from CS For Doors provide multi-purpose room dividers.
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