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ACP cladding

ACP cladding

Principal Craig Birch is Context’s remediation and retrofit lead. He has been working on multi-unit residential developments and commercial buildings for over ten years, finding ways to make them weathertight and fire safe. In this article, he discusses issues with...
Build-to-rent

Build-to-rent

The government and media have recently been talking about build-to-rent (BTR) as a solution to New Zealand’s housing problems. But what does the term BTR mean, and how will it benefit Kiwis when the housing market is facing one of its most challenging times? A...
The benefits of retrofit landscaping

The benefits of retrofit landscaping

Context’s Landscape Architect Rafael Miranda discusses the benefits and advantages of retrofit landscaping in Aotearoa. As a landscape architect based in New Zealand, I have the privilege of working in a country known for its stunning natural beauty. From the...
Homestar certification

Homestar certification

At Context, we’re committed to excellence and sustainability; we understand the value Homestar brings to homeowners and developers alike and offer specialist Homestar assessments and design services. Administered by the New Zealand Green Building Council (NZGBC),...
Building back better

Building back better

Remediating or retrofitting a commercial building affords the perfect opportunity to utilise sustainable initiatives to future-proof your asset. Ben Frost, Associate at Context, talks about the benefits to your bank balance and the planet. Architectural remediation...