Features
Each Build offers in-depth insights into two topics of interest to the building and construction industry.
Feature section: Technology
Technology is transforming the building and construction industry. Where
do the possibilities lie?
Feature section: Waste management
Increasingly, construction waste is being diverted for reuse.
It's a change that recognises the importance and value of the
circular economy.
Feature section: A look back
Floods seemed to dominate 2023 but there were plenty of other concerns for builders.
Articles in this section
Feature section: Legislation update
2023 saw plenty of legislative changes with more to come in 2024.
Feature section: Mātauranga Māori
Māori design elements and cultural mores are increasingly being considered in building construction, particularly significant commercial projects.
Articles in this section
Feature section: Retrofitting
What is the optimal approach to retrofits? BRANZ is investigating.
Feature section: Fire
Urban densification is causing problems for firefighters as
access becomes an issue.
Feature section: Innovation
There’s no time to stand still as innovative new technology changes the face of the industry, with AI the new big thing.
Feature section: Building resilience
Industry and communities are coming together to prepare for the future.
Feature section: System transformation
Change is never easy, but it’s essential to future-proof Aotearoa’s building and construction industry.