Meet Design Alchemy: Elevating the Design Industry with Expert Advice and Mentorship
The Build Review is excited to welcome three new guest authors, all professional interior design experts, to our…
Is it Time for a National Design Code?
Many countries have a building code, but these often lack any provision for, or consideration of, a building's design appeal. So, here's my question: Is it time for nations to consider implementing a National Identity Design Code?
Home Living Design in 2024 is Evolving
What forms has contemporary living adopted? How has the concept of home evolved over the last few years? How have domestic habits changed? How are they likely to change over the next few decades? What challenges do domestic spaces face right now in order to become more “habitable.” What influence is the housing crisis and the cost of building having on what we deliver as designers?
Navigating Real Estate: Our Buying and Selling Property Tips.
My buying and selling property tips is a subject I should have written about many years ago because I'm far too regularly amazed how many people make so many simple mistakes. Of course buying the right parcel of land to build on, or buying an existing property at the right price, has always been a challenge, but never more so than today.
2023 – Insights from New Zealand’s Building Industry and Changes I Hope to See in 2024
2023 Highlights I was fortunate enough to visit Europe’s biggest building Expo BAU, in Munich in 2023. I…
Unravelling the Mystery of Paper Roads: A Guide for Property Buyers
Known as Paper Roads in New Zealand, Ghost Roads in the United Kingdom, and Paper Streets in the USA, the concept of "paper roads" may initially sound confusing. Despite their enigmatic nature, New Zealand is littered with them.
Cut Building Costs: Get Better Results for Less.
Why does it seem so challenging to cut building costs whilst still building good quality houses? The unfortunate truth is that every trade in the building industry is scurrying for money, ‘clipping the ticket’ as products and materials find their way through the supply chain to the customer.
Real Estate Red Flags: A Lesson in Property Data, Security, and Privacy Concerns
As a youngster, I was taught that if I didn’t have anything positive to say, then I shouldn’t…
Housing Intensification – Friend or Foe?
During a conversation this morning with a senior New Zealand police officer, the topic of housing security arose.…
Buy or Build in 2024 -New Zealand Edition
To Buy or Build in 2024, that is the question. Kelvin Davidson, who is the Chief Property Economist at Core Logic. Kelvin helps provide invaluable insights for those questioning whether to build their first new house in 2024, or to buy existing.