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Planning for a better future

By Susan Houston 1 February 2016, Build 152

Climate change, an ageing population and the need for a resilient built environment are some of the challenges we face. Susan Houston, Chief Executive Officer of the New Zealand Planning Institute, says good planning now will prepare us for the future.

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Phase change materials

By Mohammed Farid 1 February 2016, Build 152, Feature article

Phase change materials that store then release energy could one day be incorporated into homes, cutting energy costs and reducing system load. This sounds futuristic, but the technology is well advanced.

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Constructive ideas

By Dael Climo 1 February 2016, Build 152

Mike Olds, General Manager at Resene Construction Systems, could be said to have been born into the industry. He knows its challenges, embraces them and remains excited about what lies ahead.

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