Revised land development standard
The recently revised NZS 4404:2010 Land development and subdivision infrastructure is about building better urban amenity and places for people to live.
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Residents’ perceptions of Talbot Park
By Kathryn Scott – 1 February 2011, Build 122
Resident involvement was valuable in making the Talbot Park community renewal project a success, but more could have been done to ensure people understood the implications of low-impact design.
Central city recovery
By Susan McLaughlin – 1 October 2011, Build 126, Feature article
The Christchurch City Council has drafted the Central City Plan to guide the redevelopment of Christchurch urban core. The process highlighted the community’s passion to make Christchurch a great city once again – perhaps even better.
Integrating landscape into the built form
By Craig Pocock – 1 October 2010, Build 120, Feature article
The landscape is more than just a complex natural system. It should be treated as part of the complex building support system, which can deliver a range of benefits.
Is build-to-rent the answer?
By Niall Bennett – 1 December 2021, Build 187, Feature article
Build-to-rent is hailed in some circles as a solution to New Zealand’s housing crisis. In practice, there could be some pitfalls along the way.
Tackling carbon emissions in urban areas
By Dr Vivienne Ivory – 1 February 2022, Build 188, Feature article
A new research project will look at international and local examples of how carbon emissions can be reduced in urban communities while also improving community wellbeing and functionality.
Emerging collective urban housing
By Mark Southcombe – 1 October 2018, Build 168, Feature article
As the global cohousing movement takes root in New Zealand, collective housing groups are forming. There is great diversity, so interested parties should ask some key questions to find the right connections.
Inclusive, safe and resilient cities
By Dr Casimir MacGregor – 1 October 2018, Build 168
Continuing the series on the UN’s sustainable development goals (SDGs) and their importance to the construction industry, this Build looks at SDG 11 – Making cities inclusive, safe, resilient and sustainable.
Pros and cons of high-density urban environments
By Miko Betanzo – 1 April 2007, Build 99, Feature article
The benefits of higher density environments are worth pursuing as they give us more choice, argues a student of architecture.
Community for the future
By Katja Lietz – 1 October 2010, Build 120, Feature article
The development of the former Hobsonville Air Base in northwest Auckland into a sustainable coastal community highlights the benefits of a comprehensively planned urban development that takes a partnership approach.
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