By Nick Helm
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1 August 2012, Build 131, Feature article
Not only is technology changing building design, it’s changing product development. Build talks to Dave Stampa, National Manager for Steel & Tube Roofing, about the process involved in the development of their latest roofing profile.
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By Greg Baker
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1 April 2012, Build 129
In a New Zealand first, a fire engineering computer program being developed by BRANZ will automate design fire generation and change current design practices with their inherent inconsistencies.
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By Alide Elkink
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1 December 2012, Build 133
External timber steps can feel a bit wobbly or springy, especially as they get wider. We review the design rules and offer some ideas for building strong stairs.
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