Can higher density enhance liveability?
Higher-density housing requires quality urban development to deliver liveable, walkable communities. A National Science Challenge funded survey in Auckland showed this is what people want from where they live.
National Science Challenges
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Investing in affordable homes
Up to the 1980s, New Zealand enjoyed a steady supply of affordable housing, but now there is a serious shortage in many centres. A National Science Challenge project seeks new ways to address this issue.
Building solutions for changing needs
New Zealand has struggled to deliver new builds that are accessible to all ages and abilities. Now, a research project is looking at ways to deliver affordable functional housing, particularly for older people.
Wind damage and resilience
As New Zealand has just experienced its worst year on record for weather-related losses, an engineering consortium is investigating ways to improve our resilience to severe windstorms.
Preparing for the future
One of the strategic research areas in NSC 11 is Transforming the building industry. What will this look like? Focus groups have shared their insights and ideas on how best to address issues facing the construction industry.
Gauging the appeal
A National Science Challenge study has looked at why some places are better to live and do business in. Lessons from this could help other towns and cities improve their economic viability and liveability.
Coastal adaptation and managed retreat
Attention is being given to how managed retreat from the coast can be achieved as rising seas will make some coastal communities unliveable
Building to thrive at density
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.
Supporting regional settlements
Three smaller South Island towns are under the microscope in a project examining the successful regeneration of regional settlements.
Putting knowledge into action
While it’s agreed the construction industry needs root and branch transformation, for this to happen, government will need to take the lead and companies will need to be incentivised to do things differently.
