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Passive House ideas becoming very active across Australia
When it comes to sustainable builds, the Passive House model is a great way to achieve maximum energy efficiency. The concept of a Passive House first emerged 30 years ago in Germany, and the standard means these homes are able to consume up to 90% less energy than the average home.
Changing the furniture in aged & health care
Aged care and health care furniture design doesn’t need to be beige, bland and clinical. Warmer designs with a focus on colour and comforting aesthetics can help residents and patients have a greater sense of wellbeing, as long as these pieces still fit the bill on cleanability, durability and comfort.
The sound of rest and recovery
Acoustic considerations are especially important nowadays when designing aged and health care facilities.
Commercial floors getting greener
When it comes to designing commercial spaces, there is a trend towards more environmentally-friendly designs, with a homely and inviting feel as opposed to colder, traditional business-like designs.
Size is everything when it comes to commercial windows
Bigger is better right now when it comes to windows and doors and in the commercial sector, according to National Marketing and Business Development Manager at Australian Glass Group, Michael Ward.
The bathroom as a living space
Residential bathrooms are evolving into more than just rooms purely dedicated to getting clean. Customers are wanting bathrooms that act as more of a living space, a sanctuary within their home where they can go to relax and unwind.