On 28th July 2025, MBIE's Building Product Specifications (BPS) document came into effect. This document, to be read alongside the Acceptable solutions and Verification Methods, contains standards for the manufacture, performance, testing, installation and maintenance of specific building products.

Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre stands as a landmark civic and cultural facility in the heart of Christchurch, New Zealand. Designed by Woods Bagot in association with Warren and Mahoney, the centre is a dynamic expression of place, culture, and community.

The project was designed to meet Green Star environmental standards and includes advanced cladding, roofing, and mechanical systems tailored for aviation operations.

At this year’s Constructive Conference in Auckland, we asked every delegate we spoke with: “What can we do to improve construction documentation and specifications for builders?” A recurring theme emerged—variability in the quality of ...

New Zealand’s construction sector has taken a major step providing New Zealand-centric carbon data with the launch of the first release of NECO₂ – the National Embodied Carbon Repository, now live at neco2.co.nz.

Tucked into a secluded rear site behind a mature, tree-lined driveway in leafy Bryndwr, this new family home forms one half of a pair of residences designed with a shared architectural language. Surrounded by lush planting and nestled into its established suburban setting, House One presents a confident vertical expression, softened by its green backdrop and careful massing.

Nestled in the remote Craigieburn Valley of New Zealand’s Southern Alps, Sugarloaf at Flockhill is more than a restaurant — it’s an architectural experience that redefines high-country hospitality. Designed by Hierarchy Group, this award-winning project is a masterclass in restraint, elegance, and contextual sensitivity.

In the heart of Taupō, a landmark civic building is redefining the relationship between architecture, culture, and governance.

Terrace 12C is a residential development located in Tauranga, designed to maximise site efficiency while maintaining architectural individuality. The project features a series of vertically stacked units with private outdoor spaces and a shared circulation spine.

In the heart of Auckland, the Miller Residences by Oliver Andrew Associates stand as a refined example of contemporary multi-unit housing — where architectural elegance meets urban practicality. Recently recognised at the 2025 ADNZ Resene Architectural Design Awards, this project showcases how thoughtful design and precise specification can elevate everyday living.