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Integrated Windows - Never compromise, get the performance and aesthetic your project deserves.

We've designed a family of window platforms from residential to commercial that blend seamlessly together, allowing architects greater freedom of aesthetic choice without the need to compromise.

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How to use collaboration to improve your smart windows fitting

Collaborating with your Kiwi construction suppliers can help reduce material and time waste for building professionals in the field.  

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Four techniques and examples of building sustainably in NZ

In this article, we explore examples of good sustainable building technique in New Zealand. We feature the most sustainable container home in the country, gorgeous office building 20 Customhouse Quay, a highly thermal efficient Queenstown home and Auckland's sustainably conscious Hobsonville Point development.

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Taking a look at the 2017 Auckland Architecture Awards

For the last eight years the NZIA has awarded the country's most exceptional design and innovation efforts. Here are some of this year's winners.

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How to make the most of your New Zealand home windows

Do you want to make the most of your home windows and the stunning views of New Zealand in your backyard? Then you should make your windows a feature.  

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How to make the installation process of windows and doors faster

Communication and the quality of your window and door materials are at the heart of more effective installation processes. Here is what you need to know.  

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What's new in house window technology?

Innovation in windows is more common than you may think. Samsung have released a new window design that is based on a smart device.

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How installing the right windows will warm winter homes

How do you keep out those chilly winds and survive the approaching winter? Install thermal efficient windows that keep the heat inside.  

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NZ Supreme Award

'The Remarkables Base Building' picked up the coveted 'Top National Commercial Project Award' for 2017. Altus Window Systems 'Oakley Suite - Thermal Curtain Wall' was an integral part of the project.

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Why is Smartfit® Window Technology the smart choice for your next build?

Altus Window Systems offer innovative products that can cut build time and reduce the costs. Smartfit is a clear example.

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Is your new community sustainable? Look for these 3 traits

If you're a home owner looking to move to a sustainable community, you need to understand what actually defines a development as such. This article covers the basics, from housing quality to land use, and what you need to know about sustainable communities in New Zealand.

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4 earthquake-proof skyscrapers to inspire Kiwi architects

New Zealand is a growing nation, with buildings getting taller every year. But earthquakes are a major threat to our security, so how do we protect our Kiwi skyscrapers from the power of the earth? Consider these designs from four overseas tower examples for inspiration.