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    News Archive for April 2017

    Cutoutmix is a free, open platform for more artistic renders

    No matter how much time and money is expended on producing realistic architectural renderings, the characters that appear in them never appear to change. The same, tired silhouettes are used in renders ad nauseum, often to the ignorance of copyright infringement laws.


    Using abandoned mines for renewable energy

    Recent projects and initiatives in Australia demonstrate that there is potential in turning old mines into renewable energy developments.


    54km of safety barriers installed in billion-dollar WA Gateway Project

    Fifty four kilometres of safety barriers were successfully installed for the Gateway WA Perth Airport and Freight Access Project (Gateway Project) by Australian Construction Products (ACP).


    Calacatta Blanco simplifies cleaning and maintenance for Wahroonga kitchen

    Calacatta Blanco from Smartstone was the product of choice during the remodelling of a home executed by Dan Kitchens in Wahroonga.


    Dr Alberto Pérez-Gómez to kick off 2017 Droga Residency Program

    Dr Alberto Pérez-Gómez will deliver six lectures across Australia as part of the 2017 Droga Residency Program.


    EDGE’s glazed curtain wall adds style and energy efficiency to Berwick Hospital redevelopment

    MAX 150 structural glazed curtain wall systems from EDGE Architectural Glazing Systems were installed on the facade of the St John of God Berwick Hospital in Melbourne.


    MultiPanel’s building panels help waterproof rooftop planter boxes

    Waterproof building panels from MultiPanel were employed by the Longbow Group, which was executing rectification works at an apartment building on the beach in Brighton.


    Tours, walks, viewings in Landscape Australia Conference fringe program

    Tours to landscape architecture projects, guided walks, expert discussions and exclusive viewings are some of the highlights of the 2017 Landscape Australia Conference fringe program, to be held in Sydney this year.


    New study reveals smart meters may give faulty readings

    A new study by scientists at the Dutch University of Twente has revealed that smart meters may be giving erroneous readings of electricity consumption.


    AIA names COTE top ten sustainable designs in America

    The COTE Top Ten Awards honour some of the best sustainable design projects of the year.


    Vested interests behind ‘city shapers’ often subvert higher-density policies

    Urban consolidation features in the planning policy of every Australian capital city, but is highly contentious. Communities often resist attempts to increase density. And research suggests such policies are inconsistently implemented and often fail to achieve sustainability goals.


    Shortlist reveals the best architecture in Far North Queensland

    Eight projects are in the running for the top prize in the Australian Institute of Architects’ 2017 Far North Queensland Regional Architecture Awards.


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