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    News Archive for February 2024

    Choosing the best fabric for outdoor blinds and awnings

    The only way to control the elements and ensure your personal privacy is to invest in a high-quality outdoor blind fabric at the outset.


    Invisi-Gard security screens enable safe environment for Perth student accommodation

    Invisi-Gard security screens have helped to create an attractive and safe environment for students living on campus at St Catherine’s College in Perth.


    Keeping trade spaces organised and efficient with effective office storage solutions

    Whether it's storing documents, equipment, supplies, or inventory, the right storage solutions can streamline operations, improve productivity, and create a conducive work environment.


    How to choose the right materials for effective fire stopping penetrations

    The choice of firestopping materials required on a project should be based entirely on the specific requirements of the building being constructed, and the applicable building codes and regulations it requires to comply with, to receive a certificate of occupation on completion.


    Patents and solar technology: Uncertainty and doubt about infringing products

    Maxeon’s early and mature patent portfolio limits the risk of Maxeon product disruption and customer costs due to a patent dispute.


    RLC reveals recommendations for Federal Budget

    The Retirement Living Council (RLC) has made a number of submissions to the federal government in preparation for the upcoming May Federal Budget, claiming that funding to assist in the construction of additional retirement communities should be made available.


    Walker Corporation reveals name for transformative Blacktown project

    Walker Corporation says it will utilise a suite of community consultation methods as it continues on with the design process of Blacktown Quarter, the future $2 billion beacon of Western Sydney.


    Introducing the 2024 Dulux Study Tour winners

    The Australian Institute of Architects have announced the winners of the 2024 Dulux Study Tour, with five budding architects having their tickets booked for a world tour in June.


    Mitigating intrusive noise in indoor spaces with metal ceilings

    Acoustics is a complicated subject, but in an office environment, the most significant consideration is that hard surfaces reflect sound while softer surfaces absorb it.


    As the world heats up, solar panels will degrade faster – especially in hot, humid areas. What can we do?

    To reach the goal of 82% renewable energy in Australia’s grid by 2030, we’ll need to build a lot more solar.


    How metal ceilings contribute to clean, safe and contaminant-free indoor spaces

    Now that we have all become much more virus-transmission aware, designers and building owners need to be delivering confidence to people who will continue to use communal spaces.


    Design notes for week 8/2024 from Tone on Tuesday

    A column about design process, design policy and design and politics.


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