Sto NZ

22/10/2026

Beachside minimalism in Mount Maunganui. 🌊✨

Crisp white rendered façades, warm timber and sweeping coastal views. This family home by Carnachan Architecture brings together comfort, privacy and beachside living.

Bringing the exterior to life, a lightweight concrete StoArmour (AAC) Facade was beautifully installed by Precision Rendering and finished with a StoArmat Render System, Stolit K 1.0 mm texture and StoColor Maxicryl Facade Paint. The result is a clean, monolithic aesthetic that complements the architecture while delivering long-term durability and lasting protection. ✨

Tested and proven:
✔️ Weathertightness: E2/VM1 + AS/NZS 4284
✔️ Face load tested: up to 4.5 kPa ULS
✔️ Fire spread: BS 8414-2 + ISO 5660-1
✔️ Fire Resistance Rating (FRR): 120/120/120
✔️ 20-Year StoArmat Warranty

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Sto Contractor: Precision Rendering Limited

30/09/2026

From the former Calais Apartments to 6 on Adams ✨

Just a short walk from the beach, this Mount Maunganui apartment hotel has been given a fresh coastal look as part of an extensive transformation by Creative Space Architecture. Thanks to the team for bringing Sto on board!

“We pushed for Sto to be used on this project as the building had many complex junctions and cladding interfaces which needed a durable and high-performing cladding system,” says Regan Little of Creative Space. “The licensed Sto applicator was Grant McLean – he did an outstanding job.” 💛

The reclad features a StoArmour (AAC) Facade Panel System, a StoArmat Render System over fibre cement and a StoArmat Refurbishment Render System over existing masonry. Stolit K 1.0 mm finishing render and StoColor Maxicryl complete the finish.

A beautiful result!

6 on Adams, Mount Maunganui
Architect: Creative Space Architecture
Construction: Canam Construction
Sto Contractor: McLean Solid Plastering

24/09/2026

Meet the Team 👋

A passion for the trade and quality workmanship.

Meet Ben from Auckland Block & Plaster. From getting his start in plastering in the Bay of Islands to spending more than 15 years working in London, his career has taken him a long way — including more than 25 years working with Sto products along the way. Now back in New Zealand, he shares his journey, what he enjoys about the trade and life beyond the tools. 💛

👉 Swipe through to meet Ben and read his story.

08/09/2026

It’s all go in Suva, Fiji 🇫🇯

A StoArmat Render System is being applied by FICAL to the exterior of the new Rev John Hunt Centre, a major mixed-use development in the heart of Suva.

Set across 10 storeys of office and retail space, the development is shaping up to be an impressive new addition to Suva’s C*D and a significant commercial and community hub.

👀 Keep an eye on this one as the façade takes shape, with Stolit K 1.5 mm finishing render now being applied, followed by StoColor Dryonic — we’re looking forward to sharing the finished result. 👍

Rev John Hunt Centre | Suva, Fiji
Architect: Architects Pacific
Construction: Fortech Construction
Sto Contractor: FICAL

19/08/2026

Old Choral Hall 🏛️

Built in 1872. Restored for generations to come.

As part of the extensive restoration, its iconic portico has been faithfully rebuilt more than 90 years after its removal following the 1931 Napier earthquake, with Sto Contractor Allied Exteriors helping to bring its gable, columns, plinths and intricate mouldings back to life. 💛

A StoArmat Render System was applied over reinforced concrete, the new StoArmour (AAC) Panel gable, the columns, plinths and the tops of the Accumen mouldings, all finished in a Stolit MP texture to recreate its historic character while delivering modern façade performance.

We’re very proud to have played a small but mighty part in reviving this piece of Auckland’s history. ✨

Old Choral Hall, Auckland
Architect: Architectus and Archifact
Construction: Aspec Construction
Sto Contractor: Allied Exteriors

13/08/2026

Meet the Team 👋

Some careers have a way of finding you—even when it wasn’t the original plan!

Meet Jason from Glamacote in Hamilton. From boat building to plastering, becoming an LBP, and going on to take ownership of the business. Jason’s journey has been all about getting stuck in and taking on new challenges—with plenty of rugby and speedway in between. 🏉🏁

👉 Swipe through to read his story.

30/07/2026

Project Spotlight: BNZ Theatre ✨

We're proud to share this recently completed project and case study, highlighting our collaboration with Simon Diplock, Project Manager at Foster Construction, and Sto Contractor MaxBuild.

Built on the site of the historic Hamilton Hotel, the BNZ Theatre brings together a carefully restored 1923 heritage façade with a state-of-the-art performing arts centre.

Sto render and coating systems were used across both heritage and new elements, including a StoColor Refurbishment Coating System with StoColor Dryonic technology, helping restore, preserve, and protect the building for years to come.

👉 Read the full case study >
https://tinyurl.com/BNZ-Theatre

BNZ Theatre, Hamilton
Architects: Jasmax, Archifactnz and Charcoalblue
Main Contractor: Foster Group Limited / Foster Construction
Sto Applicator: Maxbuild Ltd

Case study: Eboss
Photos: Jasmax, BNZ Theatre | Live Nation

28/07/2026

We’re proud to have played a part in delivering the solution for this beautiful home. Great to see the finished result. Thank you for the kind words Wunderbar Passive House 💛

Wishing you many happy years enjoying your beautiful home! 🏡

Sto NZ supplied the interior and exterior plaster finish for our home (StoArmat with Lotusan) a system that requires virtually zero maintenance, as dust simply washes away with the rain. 👏

Our project was challenging because the first builder failed to deliver level surfaces of the ICF block system and STO stepped in with special anchors, additional mesh, and a plaster build‑up of up to 50mm on the exterior (normally only 10–15mm). In numbers, that meant three times more material than originally planned. 🤯

A massive thank you (Matthew, Sarah, Peter, Ben) for your extraordinary support, your problem‑solving, and to Jens and his crew from German Master Design for delivering a flawless finish (inspired by the spirit of my hometown region). Since completion, people regularly stop to admire the exterior, and those who’ve seen the interior are amazed that such a plaster finish even exists in New Zealand. It’s truly unique. Thank you! 💛

German Master Designs website: https://www.germanmasterdesigns.co.nz/

STO, a major German manufacturer specializing in exterior facade insulation, building coatings, and acoustic systems: https://www.sto.co.nz/

The exclusive wall imprint design was created by Andreas R., a man so talented even the wall said “Danke, Bruder!” 🙏

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23/07/2026

Meet the Team 👋

Behind every quality finish is a craftsman who takes pride in getting the details right.

Meet Shane from INEX Plastering Services in the Hawke’s Bay. From starting out straight after school to building a career founded on quality workmanship, Shane shares his journey and why doing the job right the first time matters. 💛

👉 Swipe through to read his story.

19/07/2026

Wow! Super excited to be involved in this standout project by Jon McAlpine Architecture!