mDocs allows the specifier to quickly access the latest version of a document uploaded by the manufacturer or supplier. Importantly, these detailed documents are created and maintained by specialist technical content authors engaged by the Manufacturer or Supplier.

The development will have 19 units, including studio, office, and retail space. The residential units will have balconies with views of the city center. The front of the development will have a custom-made screen. The name “Taharoto” means “beside the lake” in Maori, and the design of the screen is inspired by the ripples of a calm lake.

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 with a double-height space that opens out towards the view. The kitchen wall is with textured formwork and the stone island bench complements the white kitchen cabinetry. The home won the Regional Award for Resene Colour in Design at the Waikato and Bay of Plenty Architectural Design Awards 2023.

Recently, Hallmark Group turned to Masterspec, a trusted name in compliance solutions, for guidance on their BPIR for fire doors. In this article, we delve into the collaboration between Hallmark Group and Masterspec, exploring how this partnership is not only ensuring compliance but also elevating their industry knowledge.

In the heart of Abu Dhabi's skyline, two iconic towers stand as shining examples of innovative architecture and sustainable design. The Al Bahr Towers, also known as the Abu Dhabi Investment Council Headquarters, are a testament to the ingenuity of modern architecture, combining traditional aesthetics with cutting-edge technology to create a truly unique and sustainable structure.

Over recent months, we have had several enquiries from designers in relation to industry concerns with silica-based building products and the potential for serious health risks including lung diseases such as silicosis. The intention of this article is to provide a better understanding to designers of the products containing silica, increasing the awareness of the risks when handling these products (and for that matter any products that generate airborne dust) and ultimately managing the risk appropriately.

The Building Regulation Act 2022 comes into force on 11th December 2023, requiring building product suppliers in New Zealand to provide baseline product information (BPIR) that must be publicly accessible. This information should be provided for both products or systems, which are further defined as Class 1 and Class 2. Failure to comply could lead to financial penalties for suppliers.

Masterspec, has been working with the New Zealand Construction Industry Council (NZCIC) and the Construction Sector Accord (CSA) in an exciting new collaboration, we are currently in the process of digitising the NZCIC guidelines. This digitisation will be integrated into our current platform, with the aim to enhance accessibility and ease of use for the construction sector.

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, designed and documented with precision using ArchiCAD and Masterspec.

In the fast-paced world of architectural design and documentation, avoiding errors is paramount to the success of any project. Michael Pepper, from Pepper Architects, highlights the key reasons why Masterspec is their preferred specification software.