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Australia’s electric vehicle numbers doubled last year. What’s the impact of charging them on a power grid under strain?

how these vehicles are being driven and charged in Australia is limited. The UQ Teslascope Project, launched in 2021, aims to fill this knowledge gap. Our new report offers preliminary insights. We collected and analysed minute-by-minute data on...

News | 23/03/2023

Standard pool sizes – what are the average dimensions of a swimming pool in Australia?

There are a range of standard dimensions that are used depending on the type, shape, area and frame of pool. Here’s how to navigate the options. What is the standard pool size in Australia? The standard size of a pool often depends on the size of...

News | 01/06/2023

Penrith’s $14 million park reopens, with more on the way

A revitalised park in Penrith located on the banks of the beautiful Nepean River has reopened to the public after a multi-million-dollar transformation. A revitalised park in Penrith located on the banks of the beautiful Nepean River has reopened to...

News | 02/03/2023

Plus unveils Scarborough BTR tower concept

Plus Architecture and London-based Howells have submitted plans for a 264-unit build-to-rent (BTR) project in Scarborough, WA, catering for demand within Perth’s rental market. Plus Architecture and London-based Howells have submitted plans for a...

News | 05/07/2023

AIA honours history and modernity at International Chapter Awards

crown for their Lu Style (Beijing CBD) project. The jury says it was amazed by the tactile integration of a high class restaurant into a nondescript commercial complex, which is deeply inspired by the Southern Song Dynasty of the 12th century. Kerry...

News | 10/07/2023

DECO's switch to LocAl® Green Aluminium sets a sustainable standard for the building industry

-party organisation is another way to reduce embodied or total carbon emission on a project. There are a number of third-party organisations that certify aluminium products that meet certain environmental standards, such as the Aluminium Stewardship Initiative (ASI...

News | 07/07/2023

PDH Group liquidation commences following voluntary administration

significant discounts offered to homebuyers, has fallen flat. PDH Group companies will not be traded, with all works on current building sites now ceased. Additionally to the 1,700 unfinished homes, some 779 contracts signed by clientele and company are now...

News | 04/04/2023

State-significant project plans for Riverwood to be unveiled

development by the government for over half a decade. The proposal has been revised, with the initial plans earmarking 6,000 new homes for the estate. A number of buildings ranging from three to 12 storeys have been slated for the project. The government...

News | 17/08/2022

Addressing the need for urgent climate action with Verosol window coverings

Off the back of the International Panel on Climate Change’s sixth report, one thing is clear: the need for urgent action to improve sustainable outcomes across industry is more important now than ever before. Released last year, the IPCC...

News | 29/05/2023

Government-induced cost pressures could impact home building recovery

also forced up the cost of providing homes to the rental market. “Lending figures provide a good indication of what’s likely to develop on the ground over the coming months,” he says. Though the number of loans for the...

News | 05/07/2023

Covella’s Central Park prepares for opening

focus on greenspace and lifestyle – Covella’s Central Park is a testament to this, encouraging people to spend quality time outdoors. “There are a number of homes fronting the new park providing residents a green space right on their...

News | 04/07/2023

Low energy, low condensation: Sustainability from the ground up with Bondor Metecno

- we can expect to see even better results in the near future. The NCC 2022 (and likely the upcoming 2025 update) puts a greater focus on condensation management, thermal bridging, and reducing load for heating and cooling. The new requirements are...

News | 04/07/2023

The first look at Wardle’s Institute for Infectious Diseases

the new AIID building. It will be an iconic addition to the world-leading Melbourne Biomedical Precinct and will equip us with the facilities and resources we need to get ahead of the next pandemic,” he says. The new project will build on a 14...

News | 03/07/2023

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Australia’s electric vehicle numbers doubled last year. What’s the impact of charging them on a power grid under strain?

5 projects at the core of Norman Foster’s Kharkiv reconstruction masterplan

UNSW Built Environment student projects shaping the future of design

Victorian vertical school typology enhanced further by Indigenous principles

Focus: The nimbleness and agility of a small, focused practice

Barangaroo’s latest stunning park concept unveiled

Why land zoning in Queensland hasn’t been effective for improving urban density

Steele to reinforce Studio Nine’s new era

Standard pool sizes – what are the average dimensions of a swimming pool in Australia?

Penrith’s $14 million park reopens, with more on the way

Plus unveils Scarborough BTR tower concept

AIA honours history and modernity at International Chapter Awards

DECO's switch to LocAl® Green Aluminium sets a sustainable standard for the building industry

PDH Group liquidation commences following voluntary administration

State-significant project plans for Riverwood to be unveiled

Addressing the need for urgent climate action with Verosol window coverings

Government-induced cost pressures could impact home building recovery

Covella’s Central Park prepares for opening

Low energy, low condensation: Sustainability from the ground up with Bondor Metecno

The first look at Wardle’s Institute for Infectious Diseases