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Efficient cooling for urban environments: How outdoor misting systems contribute to healthy public spaces & communities

Outdoor Misting Systems Contribute to Healthy Public Spaces & Communities examines the effects of rising local temperatures and urban heat islands on public health and wellbeing and identifies effective strategies that can be utilised by architects and...

Resource | 15/06/2023

Shaping the future of smart door technology: Understanding the benefits of IoT adoption

The Internet of Things (IoT) has emerged as one of the most significant 21st-century technologies. Today, wireless networks can integrate every automatic door system across an entire facility into a central platform, collecting valuable insights on...

Resource | 29/05/2023

Specifying impact-resistant plasterboard for commercial applications: What, where, when & how

-resistant plasterboard for commercial applications: What, where, when & how walks architects, designers and specifiers through the ins and outs of specifying impact-resistant plasterboard. For background, we look at the relevant building code requirements and...

Resource | 15/05/2023

Robertson’s Petersen D91 bricks add textural beauty to Esplanade House in Port Melbourne

Esplanade House has a simple, limited palette on an exceptionally tight site. The team at Mills Gorman Architects has worked its magic to create a light and spacious contemporary home in the heart of Port Melbourne that is nothing short of...

Resource | 27/08/2020

Global Leaders in Solar Control Fabrics

this space. Inventors of SilverScreen, Verosol has always been focussed on the environment, sustainability and design freedom for architects and designers. Verosol has responded and adapted to new glazing and facade construction...

Resource | 05/10/2021

Architectural glass louvres & schools: Opportunities in the post-COVID landscape

of disease but also to support better learning outcomes. For this reason, architectural glass louvres are solutions that should be at the front of mind for architects, designers and specifiers. For the education sector, the coronavirus pandemic was a...

Resource | 29/03/2023

Constructing a sustainable future: Applying circular economy principles to material selection

. Constructing a Sustainable Future: Applying Circular Economy Principles to Material Selection examines the circular economy model, its significance, and the tactics that designers and architects may implement to benefit businesses, people and the environment...

Resource | 29/03/2023

The shift towards engineered timber for internal wall & ceiling linings: A specifier's guide

Engineered timber is coveted amongst architects and designers for a number of reasons like its durability, sustainability, and ease of installation, as well as a number of structural benefits that make it more suitable for a wide variety of...

Resource | 14/12/2022

Designing for dematerialisation: Use of high-strength concrete for sustainable construction

support architects with utilising high-strength concrete more frequently and effectively. The building industry is transforming to adopt more environmentally-friendly methods of planning, building, and operating the spaces in which we live and work...

Resource | 08/03/2023

The Grate Outdoors: An architect’s guide to outdoor drainage design and specification

the building and a seamless transition from indoor to outdoor spaces. As more Australians prioritise outdoor spaces in new home designs, it has become essential for architects, designers and specifiers to consider outdoor drainage systems early in the...

Resource | 31/01/2022

Timber options for acoustic design: Key considerations for modern interiors

In every sector, the benefits of good acoustic design are undeniable. However, sound performance is not the only consideration for architects and designers when evaluating acoustic solutions. Aesthetic appeal, functionality and acoustic comfort are...

Resource | 19/01/2023

New approaches in commercial bathroom planning: Delivering better outcomes with data-driven design

, data-led and user-centric design approach that can change the way we look at bathroom designs forever. There is a growing amount of pressure on architects to use data-driven strategies. Clients have witnessed how analytics have changed other facets of...

Resource | 09/01/2023

Towards a net zero future: Reducing embodied carbon in buildings through specification of low-carbon products

% reduction on 2005 levels by 2030, and a goal to reach net zero by 2050. According to the Green Building Council of Australia, embodied carbon accounted for 16% of Australia's built environment emissions in 2019. If nothing is done, it is predicted that...

Resource | 30/09/2022

Transforming the surfacing industry: How Silestone became a sustainable solution for modern design and architecture

to crystalline silica. Facing these challenges head on, Cosentino has introduced HybriQ technology, which has transformed Silestone into one of the surfacing industry’s premier sustainable materials. Many interior designers and architects today...

Resource | 26/05/2022

Specifying plasterboard: An introductory guide to Gyprock wall and ceiling systems for commercial buildings

advantages to architects, designers and specifiers, including affordability, versatility and relatively low environmental impact. However, with the increasingly complex regulatory landscape, the task of juggling a myriad of performance requirements and the...

Resource | 13/09/2022

Case Study: Glennifer residence

Nestled in the leafy suburb of Wahroonga on Sydney’s upper north shore, “Glennifer'' is a beloved family home with a rich history. “When we bought the home to live in, we knew it needed work but like most things, until we got into renovating, we did...

Resource | 18/05/2022

Superior exteriors: The benefits of aluminium cladding for residential builds

In the residential sector, traditional cladding materials such as timber and brick remain popular with architects and designers. However, increasingly stringent building regulations and an environmentally-conscious clientele has put the spotlight on...

Resource | 24/01/2022

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Efficient cooling for urban environments: How outdoor misting systems contribute to healthy public spaces & communities

Shaping the future of smart door technology: Understanding the benefits of IoT adoption

Specifying impact-resistant plasterboard for commercial applications: What, where, when & how

Robertson’s Petersen D91 bricks add textural beauty to Esplanade House in Port Melbourne

Global Leaders in Solar Control Fabrics

Architectural glass louvres & schools: Opportunities in the post-COVID landscape

Constructing a sustainable future: Applying circular economy principles to material selection

The shift towards engineered timber for internal wall & ceiling linings: A specifier's guide

Designing for dematerialisation: Use of high-strength concrete for sustainable construction

The Grate Outdoors: An architect’s guide to outdoor drainage design and specification

Timber options for acoustic design: Key considerations for modern interiors

New approaches in commercial bathroom planning: Delivering better outcomes with data-driven design

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Case Study: Sydney Wharf Apartments, Pyrmont

A weatherproofing solution that's watertight

Towards a net zero future: Reducing embodied carbon in buildings through specification of low-carbon products

Transforming the surfacing industry: How Silestone became a sustainable solution for modern design and architecture

Specifying plasterboard: An introductory guide to Gyprock wall and ceiling systems for commercial buildings

Case Study: Glennifer residence

Superior exteriors: The benefits of aluminium cladding for residential builds