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Tone on Tuesday 135: Why so little design on the ABC?

, particularly architecture, on the ABC, and it is rarely taken seriously, especially now. “It is a true honour and pleasure to come here as Prime Minister and congratulate you on your 90th anniversary. Through nine decades, the ABC has brought us closer...

News | 09/08/2022

NGV Architecture Commission 2024 winning design ‘Home Truth by Breathe’ now on display

create homes that are more sustainable, higher-quality and community-orientated. Home Truth is a powerful commentary on Australia’s ranking as the country with the largest average house size (236m²) on earth, ahead of the United States, the...

News | 15/11/2024

Angled slatted beams create striking visual feature in Corruption and Crime Commission fitout

Group, was officially opened on March 14, 2018, by Attorney General Hon. John Quigley MLA LLB, JP, and Corruption and Crime Commissioner John Roderick McKechnie, QC. SPH Architecture + Interiors pushed the limits of DecorSlat Max to create a striking...

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Moddex – creating inclusive communities all over the world

for the fainthearted. But this hasn’t stopped Moddex. The Scott Base Research Facility required safety railings and interconnecting walkways on top of the water tanks on site. Moddex’s modular, no-weld systems were perfect for the job...

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INSPIRE: Shaping the future of metal in architecture

and materials needed to bring your vision to life. Whether you’re seeking timeless aesthetics or cutting-edge performance, or working on a budget conscious project, our range of exclusive products ensures you can create with confidence. From...

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Modular carpet in shifting light and dark colourways creates fresh visual narratives at new school

Henley Brook Primary utilises a mix of Field of View Light and Field of View Dark in a deep Indigo colourway transitioned across classroom spaces to provide a balance of light and dark colour application on the floor. Henley Brook Primary School...

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Tone On Tuesday 147: The Failure of Housing in the Federal Budget

consulting the many experts on our housing woes. Housing supply The document assumes Australia has a housing crisis needing government intervention to create one million more homes in 5 years. But not starting until 2024, go figure. The need for more...

News | 01/11/2022

Tone on Tuesday 138: A Different Approach to Culture

, and it remains untapped in our architectural and planning of cities, is a nascent, not to say naïve, idea that will be further considered in a forthcoming Tone on Tuesday. ...

News | 30/08/2022

Design notes for week 45/2023 from Tone on Tuesday

are the lessons from LA that are not immediately apparent? Tone Wheeler is an architect /adjunct prof UNSW / president AAA The views expressed are his. These Design Notes are Tone on Tuesday #187. Past Tone on Tuesday columns can be found...

News | 07/11/2023

No home left behind: A postcode approach to electrification

In Australia and overseas, it’s clear that homes without gas – running on clean energy – are healthier, have cheaper power bills, and produce lower greenhouse emissions. EndeavourEnergy Gill Armstrong, Climateworks Centre and Portia Odell...

News | 29/10/2024

FIN and Capral – an enduring partnership built on quality and a commitment to sustainability

Picton, Managing Director of FIN, explains, "We pride ourselves on manufacturing windows to the highest standard. We don't just fit the windows; we ensure they're crafted perfectly and then provide qualified carpenters to install them. This...

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Aluminium brick tiles in internal laneways reference red brick podium at new ICON Richmond HQ

. Aluminium brick tiles were selected for the internal laneways, referencing the red brick podium of the building. “The aluminium brick tiles had a really nice tone, which was soft on the eye, and they had a handmade quality about them. It felt like...

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MJA Studio to collaborate with Sibella Court on Bullo River Station redevelopment

redevelopment of their homestead and guest wing. The proposed renovation project is expected to be executed in 2026. The Station will be closed to guests throughout the 2026 season, and will reopen again in May 2027. However, the 2025 season will commence as...

News | 19/11/2024

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Tone on Tuesday 135: Why so little design on the ABC?

NGV Architecture Commission 2024 winning design ‘Home Truth by Breathe’ now on display

How our glazing technology can maximise energy efficiency in your home

Rothelowman and Andrews Projects draw inspiration from the coast with Dune

Duracube systems specified for amenity areas at Bandiana military barracks

How to improve branding, workplace aesthetics and acoustics with custom rugs

Tone On Tuesday 140: King Charles III - Architectural Advocate

ATDC’s slimline folding doors for installations with limited storage space

Inside SHAWOOD's new 'sustainable' homes in Sydney’s upper north shore

Angled slatted beams create striking visual feature in Corruption and Crime Commission fitout

Moddex – creating inclusive communities all over the world

INSPIRE: Shaping the future of metal in architecture

Modular carpet in shifting light and dark colourways creates fresh visual narratives at new school

Tone On Tuesday 147: The Failure of Housing in the Federal Budget

Tone on Tuesday 138: A Different Approach to Culture

Design notes for week 45/2023 from Tone on Tuesday

No home left behind: A postcode approach to electrification

FIN and Capral – an enduring partnership built on quality and a commitment to sustainability

Aluminium brick tiles in internal laneways reference red brick podium at new ICON Richmond HQ

MJA Studio to collaborate with Sibella Court on Bullo River Station redevelopment