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    The rise of the skyscraper: An icon of 20th century American architecture
    The rise of the skyscraper: An icon of 20th century American architecture

    Nothing says '20th century American architecture' more that the skyscraper, last centuries greatest success stories.


    Taking the classroom outside
    Taking the classroom outside

    In educational settings, the lessons don’t have to end the minute students step outside. Here is a selection of the latest outdoor & landscaping products that help extend the learning experience beyond the classroom.


    Australia is failing on electric vehicles
    Australia is failing on electric vehicles

    Among the many similarities between California and Australia, both are impacted by bushfires and climate change, and both are home to larger cars and trucks than is the norm in developed countries. They are dissimilar, though, when it comes to electric vehicles and vehicle regulations.


    Does 7-star housing really cost more?
    Does 7-star housing really cost more?

    The required energy-efficiency rating of new housing in Australia will increase from 6 to 7 stars from October next year. Some claim this will greatly increase housing costs. But is this true?


    Building costs have soared. Is it time to abandon my home renovation plans?
    Building costs have soared. Is it time to abandon my home renovation plans?

    Australia’s appetite for home renovations remains strong, with around A$1 billion worth of alterations and additions to homes approved in July.


    A few lessons in school flooring
    A few lessons in school flooring

    The design of educational spaces should enrich and support the learning process. When looking specifically at flooring choices, the product needs to be able to withstand the wear and tear of daily use and support good acoustics whilst also being cost-effective and achieving the desired aesthetic.


    How heat pumps can cut your energy costs by up to 90%
    How heat pumps can cut your energy costs by up to 90%

    Heat pumps are becoming all the rage around a world that has to slash carbon emissions rapidly while cutting energy costs. In buildings, they replace space heating and water heating – and provide cooling as a bonus.


    Planning a renovation or new build? Here’s the outlook for skyrocketing steel and timber prices
    Planning a renovation or new build? Here’s the outlook for skyrocketing steel and timber prices

    It’s a tough time to build or renovate a house in Australia. Prices are up, well above inflation. Finding materials and getting them on time is a challenge.


    Seeking Resonance: The life-architecture of Gregory Burgess
    Seeking Resonance: The life-architecture of Gregory Burgess

    Award-winning Australian architect Gregory Burgess has brought a new exhibition to the University of Melbourne as part of the Alumni Survey Series at the Faculty of Architecture Building and Planning.


    The surprising history of how electric vehicles have played the long game and won
    The surprising history of how electric vehicles have played the long game and won

    Electric vehicles, we are often told, are the future. A whole range of carmakers and nations have plans to go electric.


    Research shows more time in the office results in happier employees
    Research shows more time in the office results in happier employees

    A new report by design practice Hassell, The Magnetic Workplace – 2022 Workplace Futures Survey reveals that workers who spend more time in the office are more engaged and have a better sense of belonging and trust than those who predominantly work from home.


    Walking the fine line between safety, security, liberty, and learning
    Walking the fine line between safety, security, liberty, and learning

    While Australian schools and educational institutions all understand their safety and security responsibilities, most want to avoid turning themselves into fortresses when acting upon them. These products are designed to help them do exactly that.


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