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05 Apr 2024
Understanding Project Scope and How to Specify Window Systems
It is vital that Movement and Deflection criteria are correctly defined in the Specification. We cannot over emphasize the importance of correctly...
04 Apr 2024
MBIE Building Consent System Review - Overview and Update
In July 2022, MBIE commenced a review of the building consent system, as part of the Building System Reforms to improve the consenting process. The...
07 Feb 2024
Building Code Updates 2023-2024
On 02 November 2023, MBIE announced updates to the Building Code Clauses relating to Protection from Fire, Plumbing and Drainage and Structure-...
30 Nov 2023
NZCIC Guidelines Responsibility Schedule Goes Digital
The new online tool enables real-time collaboration among multiple stakeholders, fostering efficiency and innovation in construction processes.
10 Nov 2023
BCA Requests to Modify Manufacturers Technical Content
mDocs allows the specifier to quickly access the latest version of a document uploaded by the manufacturer or supplier. Importantly, these detailed...
27 Sep 2023
Masterpec Specified: Award Winning Taharoto Lane by X Studio Architects
The development will have 19 units, including studio, office, and retail space. The residential units will have balconies with views of the city...
27 Sep 2023
Masterpec Specified: Award Winning Soaring Box House by Turner Road Architecture
The house’s unique design fits into the rural landscape. The house has a cantilevered structure and a soaring angular volume. The interior design is...
13 Sep 2023
Hallmark Group Opens Up About BPIR
Recently, Hallmark Group turned to Masterspec, a trusted name in compliance solutions, for guidance on their BPIR for fire doors. In this article, we...
06 Sep 2023
Al Bahr Towers in Abu Dhabi: Kinetic Architecture, Innovation and Sustainability
In the heart of Abu Dhabi's skyline, two iconic towers stand as shining examples of innovative architecture and sustainable design. The Al Bahr...
05 Sep 2023
Silica - Understanding the Risks
Over recent months, we have had several enquiries from designers in relation to industry concerns with silica-based building products and the...
18 Aug 2023
Masterspec: Your Partner in BPIR Product Review Compliance
The Building Regulation Act 2022 comes into force on 11th December 2023, requiring building product suppliers in New Zealand to provide baseline...
27 Jul 2023
Masterspec Partners with NZCIC & CSA to Digitise the NZCIC Guidelines
Masterspec, has been working with the New Zealand Construction Industry Council (NZCIC) and the Construction Sector Accord (CSA) in an exciting new...
24 Jul 2023
How Specifiers Reduce Risks by using Masterspec's Work Section Support
In the construction industry, collaboration is one of the keys to success. Masterspec, as a leader in providing specification solutions, has long...
24 Jul 2023
Belle View House Waiheke: An Innovative Design Response
The plan is for Belle View House to be situated on a Waiheke Island headland, the Belle View House will be an architectural marvel when completed,...
21 Jul 2023
Streamlined Documentation and Error Prevention with Masterspec
In the fast-paced world of architectural design and documentation, avoiding errors is paramount to the success of any project. Michael Pepper, from...
19 Jul 2023
Introducing New Building Product Information Requirements: Ensuring Compliance and Transparency
Leverage on Masterspec's expertise to meet the new Build Product Information Requirements (BPIR) requirements effective December 11, 2023. Our...
09 Jul 2023
Building Law Reforms 2022
Did you know that the Building Regulations 2022 will introduce new requirements for building products?
06 Jul 2023
Preparing a Specification
The specification is a fundamental part of the documentation set provided for the delivery of a construction project. The Building Act 2004 states...
06 Jul 2023
What is a Specification?
Some of the world's leading national specification bodies met at conference earlier this year. Representatives from twenty influential nations,...
13 May 2023
Enhanced User Experience (UX) with Two New Masterspec Features: Clause in Review and Clause Action & Date Stamp
We are pleased to announce the incorporation of two new features that are designed to enhance your user experience. Firstly, we have integrated the...

HOW MUCH DOES MASTERSPEC COST?

03 Jun 2021

With seven different libraries to choose from, Masterspec has all you need to create a quality, New Zealand construction specification for any design affordably.

So, how much does it cost to start using Masterspec? The price is based on the size of your architectural, engineering or design practice. It also ranges depending on how many staff you have. Masterspec’s pricing begins at just $195 per annum for practices sized 1-2 staff for the Minor Library.

Subscribing to Masterspec not only provides you with relevant, up to date specification documents, but it also allows you to collaborate online with anyone, anywhere, at anytime. With easy to edit specification documents, you will manage your risk and save time.

 

Here is a breakdown of the starting costs of each Masterspec library.

Library

Annual Cost*

Entrance Fee

Standard Library (Architecture)

$725.00

$500.00

Basic Library (Architecture)

$450.00

$200.00

Minor Library (Architecture)

$195.00

$0.00

Services Library (Engineering)

$500.00

$250.00

Structural & Civil Library (Engineering)

$725.00

$500.00

Landscape Library

$450.00

$200.00

Interior Library

$450.00

$200.00

*Starting from 1-2 Staff Practice - Price depends on the size of your practice. 

When subscribing to Masterspec, you not only receive access to a wealth of information within the libraries, but you also gain access to an intuitive workflow and editing platform. Extended features include collaboration with real manufacturers and access to efficiently attach their technical documentation. You can also add on extended features to assist you with keynotes and New Zealand Standards OnlineBuilding your specification documentation has never been so easy.

Unsure of which libraries you need? Learn more here.

 

What is Masterspec?

 Masterspec is an innovative specification company with a maintained online platform to assist the New Zealand construction industry. Specification writing is made easy within Mastesrpec’s intuitive cloud-based platform and includes up to date New Zealand building Codes and Standards. Owned by the New Zealand Institute of Architects (NZIA) and Registered Master Builders, Masterspec is an industry owned body. With over 1200 sections to choose from you will have everything you need to create a quality commercial or residential building, interior, landscape, or engineering designs.

Reach out to Masterspec for training, a live demonstration or instantly subscribe online today.