Selecting timber framing
A designer needs to select the right timber for their design. This means choosing the correct level of treatment for the situation and the right grade for the spans and loadings nominated.
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By Anna Smith – 1 October 2006, Build 96
A designer needs to select the right timber for their design. This means choosing the correct level of treatment for the situation and the right grade for the spans and loadings nominated.
By Jennifer Pelvin – 1 December 2006, Build 97, Feature article
The New Zealand Registered Architects Board replaced the Architects Education and Registration Board on 1 July 2006. Appointed in April, the new ceo has had to think on her feet to meet the challenges this has brought.
By Stan Abbott – 1 February 2007, Build 98, Feature article
Nothing could be as fresh and pure to drink as rainwater – could it? A Massey University study shows people must take care to ensure roof-collected rainwater is safe to drink.
By Ian Cox-Smith – 1 June 2007, Build 100
Current methods for adding insulation to slab-on-ground floors have some disadvantages. However, recent BRANZ research has developed more effective methods.
By Alan Barbour – 1 June 2007, Build 100, Feature article
Wellington’s waterfront will soon have New Zealand’s first Greenstar building, with plenty of ‘wow’ factor for its occupants.
By Trevor Pringle – 1 August 2007, Build 101
If not constructed correctly, decks can be the cause of significant concern.
By John O’Donnell – 1 August 2007, Build 101, Feature article
There has been a big growth recently in the installation of mechanical home ventilation supply systems. We are told they can solve many of our indoor environmental problems, but sometimes basic issues need tackling first.
By Brett Williams – 1 October 2007, Build 102, Feature article
Engineering as a whole is vital to the development and maintenance of New Zealand’s infrastructure. Attracting more young people into the industry is crucial.
By Greg Groufsky – 1 December 2007, Build 103, Feature article
There are a raft of measures being implemented by the Government to help address weathertightness issues and ensure houses are built right first time.
By Roger Shelton – 1 February 2008, Build 104
Calls to the BRANZ Helpline indicate that there is still confusion about the correct use of bottom plate anchors with concrete floor slabs.