Cities around the world are turning to sophisticated virtual environments to improve planning and efficiency and to spot issues before they become expensive mistakes.
An ambitious research programme in Aotearoa into transforming our construction sector using an Industry 4.0, data-driven approach that also considers indigenous views will have an impact globally.
A BRANZ success story and one that has moved with the times since its first publication in 1995, the BRANZ House insulation guide was most recently updated in 2023 to provide an interactive digital solution that meets the new higher thermal performance requirements under the h1 Energy efficiency requirements.
Many New Zealand homes are shabby and underperforming, and effective and affordable solutions seem elusive. However, digital tools, increasing in aptitude by the day, can deliver smart solutions that raise the quality of all buildings.
