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Benefits of modern cohousing

By James Berghan 1 December 2021, Build 187, Feature article

As development in Aotearoa’s cities intensifies, so too does the need to encourage diverse building and living solutions. While cohousing remains a relatively niche housing model in Aotearoa, what could it look like if it was the norm?

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A tale of two cities

By Mark Southcombe 1 December 2021, Build 187, Feature article

Young Europeans enjoy the security of affordable city dwelling, while in Aotearoa New Zealand, housing is prohibitively expensive with few options. The difference lies with cooperative housing – a model that should urgently be introduced here.

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Building to thrive at density

By Ruth Berry 1 December 2021, Build 187, Feature article

The shape of our neighbourhoods is set to change even more with recent announcements making it easier to build multiple dwellings up to 3 storeys. How we do this will contribute to the ability of our communities to thrive rather than just survive.

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Embracing intensification

By David Hindley 1 December 2021, Build 187, Feature article

Higher-density housing is transforming our cities and towns. The construction of townhouses and apartments could soon outnumber stand-alone homes. It isn’t a smooth change, however, with the pressure on to improve perceptions, lift quality and shrink carbon footprints.

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Strong growth

By Matthew Curtis 1 December 2021, Build 187, Feature article

Increasing densification is seeing a proliferation of multi-unit housing in our cities. This looks set to continue and is a typical trend when urban areas consolidate their space rather than continue to sprawl.

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A better view

By Ian Pike 1 December 2021, Build 187, Feature article

Ian Pike, CEO of UDINZ, says that, while our natural environment is beautiful, the same can’t be said for our urban development. He imagines what life would be like if our cities were green, compact, diverse and connected.

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Quality medium density

By Haylea Muir 1 December 2021, Build 187, Feature article

The benefits of medium-density housing such as connectedness, a sense of wellbeing and diversity should be celebrated as we move away from mostly building stand-alone homes in far-flung suburbs. The key is well-designed developments done well.

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