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A selection of useful and thought-provoking articles authored by subject area specialists in our studios.

Building Remediation: Why “Patch and Repair” Can Make Things Exponentially Worse
Here is why the ‘patch and repair’ strategy is now the fastest route to asset value destruction.

Building Remediation: How to Build a Business Case Owners Can Say Yes To
Too many necessary projects stall at the AGM, not from lack of funds, but from fear of the unknown.

Building Remediation: How to Choose the Right Investigation Before You Choose a Solution
I’ve seen too many Body Corporates rush into pricing before understanding the problem.

A Practical Roadmap for Apartment Complex Building Retrofit & Remediation in Occupied Buildings
Here is my roadmap for navigating the ‘discovery gap’ and protecting your community during delivery.

Building Remediation: After Handover – How to Maintain Compliance and the Resilient Premium for 30 Years
My view is the true value of a retrofit isn’t realised at handover, it’s secured in the years that follow.

ACP cladding
Is your building at risk?

Build-to-rent
What’s it all about?

The benefits of retrofit landscaping
The benefits and advantages of retrofit landscaping in Aotearoa

Homestar certification
A win-win for developers and homeowners

Building back better
Sustainable retrofitting for environmental resilience