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Case Studies

How other designers are using architectural products around New Zealand.

April 2025

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.

Terracotta Roof Tiles Repurposed as Striking Wall Cladding for Pocket House

Terracotta Roof Tiles Repurposed as Striking Wall Cladding for Pocket House

The Terracotta Tiles from Monier bring durability, sustainability and thermal performance to this residential project — all while creating a unique low maintenance exterior facade. 

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

Asona Triton 25 Provides a Dramatic Ceiling Design at Stride Property Offices

Asona Triton 25 Provides a Dramatic Ceiling Design at Stride Property Offices

Integrated into three adaptable tenancies, the tiles enhanced open-plan layouts, collaboration spaces, and modern meeting rooms.

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