Submitted by NZMRM Editors on Wed, 06/07/2011 - 12:00am
The best way to learn to love the land is to live on it. That’s exactly what Mike and Marcelle Waugh did when they purchased a cherished piece of land, with a large bush covenant overlooking the south Kaipara harbour, in 2002. A corralled yard previously used for deer farming proved the ideal...
Submitted by NZMRM Editors on Mon, 04/07/2011 - 12:00am
When the owners of this unique home briefed Mark Brown, Solutions Architecture Ltd, they came with some very specific requirements on the function of their new home but beyond this the brief allowed for a high degree of input in design and material choices. The overall concept was to create a...
Submitted by NZMRM Editors on Sun, 03/07/2011 - 12:00am
Wairakei International Golf Course was already rated one of the top courses in the world when owner Gary ane decided to make it even more special.
His vision was to create an environment where golf and the atural habitat work in harmony. He wanted a pest-free environment within the golf...
Submitted by NZMRM Editors on Fri, 29/10/2010 - 12:00am
By Graham Hepburn
Advances in technology over the years have meant that metal roofs have not only become more durable but also lighter.
Metal roofs have always been lighter than concrete tiles or slate but they have been refined to become progressively lighter over the years. The...
Submitted by NZMRM Editors on Wed, 27/10/2010 - 12:00am
Zinc and storm water run-off
Article supplied courtesy of Jenny Bain, Rooflink
The Auckland Regional Council (ARC) has done an about turn on its earlier claim that zinc-based roofs were responsible for increased levels of zinc in harbour sediments. The ARC...
Submitted by NZMRM Editors on Wed, 27/10/2010 - 12:00am
Whilst often referred to as retirement villages, Sanctuary Villas prefer to think the residents have done everything but retire. In fact the accent is on enjoying life without the stress and commitments of home maintenance, leaving village folk to pursue their individual pleasures.
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Submitted by NZMRM Editors on Thu, 21/10/2010 - 12:00am
The Trafalgar Centre, designed by Alex Bowman and built in 1972, has served Nelson well. For a number of years, however, it has been unable to meet the operational requirements of modern sports and entertainment events or to accommodate growing numbers of spectators.
This is Stage 1 of a...
Submitted by NZMRM Editors on Thu, 21/10/2010 - 12:00am
By Graham Hepburn
Metal roofs have long been recognised as one of the best ways to keep buildings weather-tight but most people probably don’t realise they are a shining example of waste reduction.
From manufacture to installation, metal roofing has come a long way – not only is it...
Submitted by NZMRM Editors on Wed, 20/10/2010 - 12:00am
Anyone visiting Devonport will be aware of the location of this highly visible landmark; The historic ST Francis De Sales Church building which was originally designed by Edward Mahoney and built in 1918, replacing the earlier church on the site. In 2008-2009 Phillip Hartley from Salmond Reed...
Submitted by NZMRM Editors on Wed, 20/10/2010 - 12:00am
Piha Cafe By Graham Hepburn
A combination of traditional looks and new technology means the Piha Café sits comfortably within its seaside environment and, more importantly, will be kind to it.
The wooden homestead-like structure of the café has been designed so that the timber will...
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