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Architects behind the project, Peddlethorp, report that the Passive House public housing development in South Auckland is the first public housing project funded by Central Government in Australasia.
With sustainability, the pandemic and climate and biodiversity crises front of mind, this year’s Brick Bay Folly entries tackled issues beyond those of simply translating whimsical computer renders into constructed reality.
This free, fully online, media arts festival will offer installations situated at the intersection of art, technology, and society from 8-12 September.
The last three stages of the design include widened footpaths, a zone for essential vehicles only and further prioritisation of pedestrians in some areas.
See how Boffa Miskell used geographic information system (GIS) software to evaluate likely visibility from certain structures to bolster the resource consent application for a client.
Dulux has released its colour forecast for 2022 with three palettes for a changed and changing world, informed by year-round research and engagement with specialists around the world.
The design for the new Social Sciences Building has been recognised as setting new benchmarks for carbon use and general sustainability.
The company has announced that the former chair of their Melbourne studio has been selected to lead their team in Auckland.
Three projects across two categories from the Auckland-based team have been named finalists in this year’s Eat Drink Design awards, including Interior Awards finalist Hotel Ponsonby.
Continuing on the medium-density trend, developers Lamont & Co (also behind recent projects like SKHY, Fabric and The Onehunga Mall Club) have announced a new $35 million project in Epsom.
Te Poari Kaihoahoa Ngaio Rēhita o Aotearoa, New Zealand Registered Architects Board (NZRAB) has appointed Dougal McKechnie as their new Chief Executive, effective 26 August.
Submissions are open until 10 October 2021, and entrants will be judged on how their creative ideas anticipate, innovate and captivate.
Artist and arts and design manager Mei Hill has been appointed to the newly created role of cultural design executive at Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei Whai Rawa, the commercial arm of central Tāmaki mana whenua Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei.
Held at a gala evening in Auckland’s Cordis Hotel, this year’s ceremony saw public health projects, high-density housing projects and more named as winners.
Previously employed as an associate at Australia’s Grey Puksand, mixed-use specialist Kevin Adasko has been appointed to the firm’s specialist commercial team at their Auckland offices.
The deadline for entries has been extended to 29 September. Winning pieces can receive up to $2000 in prize money, and this year’s competition is open to all types of writing including poetry, fiction, comics and more.
The new airport terminal, designed by Beca Architects, has been selected as a finalist for the Prix Versailles, which recognises works that honour cultural heritage.
On 14 and 15 August, this special event will give access to houses that are both energy efficient and healthy, with all participating projects being designed and built to the Superhome Movement’s standards.
The New Zealand Institute of Landscape Architects (NZILA) discusses the upcoming replacements for the RMA saying they welcome the changes, but they do have some concerns.
Rachel Venables, Fellow of Te Kāhui Whaihanga NZIA, steps into a new role as principal architect and associate director. She is also a winner of multiple industry awards for residential and furniture design.
Open Christchurch – which sees the public gain access to spaces across the city – will return in 2022, and event organisers are now seeking building nominations for next year’s programme.
The firm, which now operates multi-nationally, has appointed Australian-based Lisa Chung as independent director of the board of directors.
Hear from winners, judges and more; plus, peek inside the sold-out event, attended by over 350 guests, at the 2021 Interior Awards.
See social snaps from the tenth annual Interior Awards, which was held at Webb’s Auction House and attended by over 350 industry professionals.
Bremworth worked with the current owners of this iconic example of 1970’s Kiwi modernism to revitalise the interiors with natural, sustainable carpets.
Eight projects from New Zealand have been included on the shortlist for the 35th Dulux Colour Awards including bold hotels, bright schools and more.
The demand for inner city-living and development around the new City Rail Link station is transforming the neighbourhood.
Te Pūtahi Centre for Architecture and City Making hosts this event exploring homes and buildings that are better for people and planet at Tūranga on 29 June 2021.
By popular demand, we’ve made the we’ve made the 2021 Interior Awards finalist presentations available to re-watch. See them here.
The New Zealand architect and prominent figure in modernist architecture passed away at home surrounded by family on 11 June 2021.
The end of four years of City Rail Link-related closure, construction and restoration was celebrated on 6 April, with Auckland’s historic Chief Post Office (CPO) being ‘returned to the city’.
The architecture firm is in the running for this year’s Diverse Talent prize in this awards programme, which aims to recognize companies at the forefront of inclusion.
After months of delays, the 17th International Architecture Exhibition of the La Biennale di Venezia has officially opened and New Zealand’s Learning From Trees installation has arrived at the Italian pavilion.
The firm has announced a new lot of 21 associate principals, senior associates and associates calling them the “next generation of leaders”.
Two new associates and six associate directors have been appointed across the firm’s New Zealand studios.
Judith Taylor FNZIA set to take over from the current president of Te Kāhaui Whaihanga New Zealand Institute of Architects, Judi Keith-Brown, in 2022.
Bastions of modernist architecture and newly-built residences with grand designs alike were opened to the Cantabrian public last weekend, with attendants saying it helped them re-engage with their city.
Organisers say this boutique architectural event connects design professionals with industry leading products, technologies and suppliers.
Designed by Chow:Hill architects, The Electric will house over thirty separate units in Auckland’s city fringe upon completion, including a 667m2 penthouse.
The 2021 Brick Bay Folly programme is now open for entries until 28 June for students and recent graduates to create a design that explores the intersection of sculpture and architecture.