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    News Archive for August 2021

    Different types of cellulosic fires – what you need to know

    Passive fire protection (PFP) is a fundamental part of fire safety and structural fire protection for any building is part of the Building Code of Australia.


    Slimline grates a perfect fit in minimalist bathrooms at upmarket Brisbane apartments

    Known for their elegance, practicality and seamless integration, the ever-popular slimline tile insert grates from Lauxes Grates are featured in the minimalist marble bathrooms where the grates remain inconspicuous yet functional.


    Coming to the fore early in the piece

    As far as differing architectural periods are concerned, the one we currently find ourselves in, is one of excitement and intrigue. Why, you may ask? It’s simple. In order for our world to remain in optimal condition, we, as a building environment collective, need to ensure our practices are not harmful to our environment.


    Fans of sustainability: Increasing energy efficiency with Big Ass Fans

    When covering the sustainability journey of a company like Big Ass Fans, it quickly becomes apparently that the ‘sustainability journey’ is actually the journey of the company itself, and that as the company has refined its products, technology, and business over the years, all of these factors have combined to make all aspects of the company more sustainable.


    Restoring a naval icon with Big Ass Fans

    Located in Neutral Bay on the north shore of Sydney Harbour, HMAS Platypus is a totem of Australia’s naval history. Originally commissioned in 1967 as a sheltered anchorage for six Oberon Class submarines, Platypus was decommissioned in 1999 when those subs had also completed their service. The site was refurbished in 2019 into a waterfront precinct open to the public.


    Vale Jill Stansfield

    The Design Institute of Australia’s (DIA) first female national president, Jill Stansfield has passed away, aged 72.


    We asked landholders how they feel about biodiversity offsets — and the NSW government has a lot to learn

    When land is cleared to make room for urban growth, infrastructure, mining, and so on, developers are often required to “offset” their environmental damage by improving biodiversity elsewhere. This could mean, for example, planting trees along a river, or building shelters for animals that lost their habitats.


    Taking on lockdown lessons as we (eventually) return to the office

    National design firm Hames Sharley has surveyed all staff across its six studios across the country to better understand the effects of working from home, and the possible ramifications for the workplace in future.


    Top UK firm finally wins first job in Sydney

    David Chipperfield Architects has finally landed its first job in Australia, a mixed-use tower within Sydney’s huge Barangaroo development, says a story in https://www.architectsjournal.co.uk.


    Protecting engineered timber builds with clear intumescent coatings

    Prefabricated engineered timber is increasingly being used in mid-rise, large-scale and complex constructions worldwide due to its sustainability, environmental credentials and cost efficiencies.


    Updated Aboriginal Art and Cultures Centre enters planning process

    The Aboriginal Art and Cultures Centre (AACC) in Adelaide, South Australia has moved a step closer to construction following the submission of plans based on the updated concept design to the State Commission Assessment Panel.


    Reimagine the bathroom experience with Flaminia App basin collection

    Explore the soft lines and stunning colours of the App series of washbasins, created by the Flaminia Design Team.


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