Sustainable building

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Aorangi House revitalisation

By Ben Masters 1 August 2019, Build 173, Feature article

An award-winning commercial building, once earmarked for demolition, is now a high-performing environment for tenants. It’s proof of how well an expertly upcycled building can perform, even surpassing new buildings.

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Winner ready for the big one

By David Hindley 1 August 2019, Build 173, Feature article

The PwC Centre, the big winner in the 2019 New Zealand Commercial Project Awards, is ready for Wellington’s next big shake. The building includes continuous flight augured piles – a first in New Zealand.

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Building for net-zero carbon emissions

By Niall Bennett 1 August 2019, Build 173, Feature article

With the government committing to net-zero carbon emissions, it’s time for the building industry to act. The NZGBC is making a move, soon launching a net-zero verification standard for existing buildings and one for new construction next year.

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