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Architectural lining solutions CPD courses presented by Supawood

Wed, 22 May 13 15:00:20 +1000

After the success of the Supawood product presentation program, Supawood have developed and are presenting informative CPD courses.

These courses are aimed at offering designers, architects or specifiers an in depth understanding of architectural linings and the knowledge they need to make the correct interior lining choices for their projects.

Supawood...

Win a Venice Biennale trip with the next generation ZINCALUME®

Wed, 22 May 13 11:04:44 +1000

Fitting neatly with the Australian Institute of Architect's theme of 'material', principal sponsor BlueScope Steel will be giving away samples of next generation ZINCALUME® steel and some exciting prizes at the National Architecture Conference, held at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre from May 30 to June 1.

The major prize...

Pittella shines at Bretts luxury collection launch

Tue, 21 May 13 10:43:36 +1000

Last month, in Brisbane's Windsor, Bretts premium architectural range was launched. The invite-only event welcomed the introduction of luxury brands Pittella, Zuchetti, Gala and Studio Bagno to the Bretts franchise – which already houses Villeroy and Boch, Grohe, Miele, Neffe and Gaggenau within its exclusive bathroom and kitchen ranges.

The event...

Safe learning environments from Karndean Designflooring

Fri, 17 May 13 15:16:11 +1000

Karndean Designflooring is a practical and resilient flooring choice for universities, colleges and schools. The stylish, durable and low maintenance flooring helps to create a safe and inspiring educational environment in which students can learn.

The range of flooring helps to create a safe student learning environment. Karndean’s wood and...

Luxury living on the Côte d’Azur

Fri, 17 May 13 11:55:54 +1000

Schiltach, May 2013. With an almost reticent air, the luxury Villa Magnolia nestles against the slope of the mountain above the Côte d’Azur. And yet, the luxury mansion near the small town of Mougins captivates the eye with the strong linearity of its architecture, reminiscent of the great masters of...

Keep on top of trends in commercial bike storage

Fri, 17 May 13 10:44:23 +1000

Liking Bike Storage’s Facebook page is a great way to get a snapshot of developments in the bicycle parking and cycle infrastructure fields, nationally and internationally.

As bicycles are increasingly being used as a commuting mode globally, architects, developers, governments and builders are having to broaden their knowledge about what...

Biowood facades & soffits in Barkly Square project in Melbourne

Fri, 17 May 13 11:08:27 +1000

Biowood facades and soffits have been specified for the Barkly Square project in Melbourne which was completed in March 2013.

Biowood facades and soffits have been chosen as it is an alternative aesthetic natural wood look, without the hassles of splitting, cracking, warping, cupping and virtually low maintenance commented by Mr...

16,000 cartridges of Bostik Xtreme Fix in the Legacy Way Tunnel

Mon, 20 May 13 16:10:38 +1000

Bostik has provided a superior bonding solution to the complex and demanding needs of the Legacy Way Tunnel Project in Queensland. The project required a reliable, high-quality, economical product that cured under reasonable time frames. Bostik Xtreme Fix was selected due to its high performance qualities in combination with factors...

Free flowing birch plywood ceiling makes a fine shelving unit

Fri, 17 May 13 11:07:22 +1000

Not so long ago, Richwise Australia contributed some of its Russian birch plywood for design of one of the displays at the Grand Design Live 2012 exhibition.

Imagined and created by a young and talented designer, the plywood was originally part of a free flowing suspended ceiling that has used the...

Custom works: Patan, Vaucluse residence

Wed, 15 May 13 05:08:17 +1000

This custom rug has been one of our favourite works so far. The client initially came into the showroom and loved the Patan rug in Aqua, hand-woven in pure hemp. She simply adored the natural look and feel of hemp. She also liked the ‘factorial pattern’ that overlayed the gradient...

Brightgreen's DR450 is now available as an MR16

Tue, 14 May 13 02:36:24 +1000

At only $35 RRP, the new DR450 MR16 LED downlight is an affordable and extremely efficient alternative to 35W halogens.

The DR450 MR16 gives users 450 lumens of brightness on just 7 watts, cutting lighting costs by 80%.

Because the DR450 is so efficient, it will pay for itself in just...

Quietpanel & Quietpanel Curve at new TRI facility

Mon, 20 May 13 15:31:17 +1000

The Translational Research Institute “TRI” recently completed, is Australia’s newest and most comprehensive medical research and biopharmaceutical facility located on the Princess Alexandra Hospital campus in Brisbane, Australia.

TRI will focus on better prevention and treatment of specific health problems including cancer, infection, arthritis, autoimmunity, diabetes, and trauma; it is...

Kooltherm for all purposes

Mon, 13 May 13 22:33:14 +1000

Kingspan Kooltherm® K17 and Kooltherm® K18 are ‘two in one’ insulated plasterboard products, featuring 10 mm-thick plasterboard surface panels pre-bonded to Kooltherm® panels; Kooltherm® is a super-high-performance, rigid, thermoset insulation material. The Kingspan Kooltherm® insulation core varies in thickness from 25 mm to 80 mm, depending on application requirements and...

10 years of service – well done to Noel & Kim!

Mon, 13 May 13 01:07:38 +1000

A big congratulations to Noel & Kim Smith of our Wet-seal Wagga Franchise, who recently racked up 10 years of service as a dedicated Wet-seal waterproofing specialist – a great achievement!

Wet-seal is an industry leading waterproofing company that supply and install quality guaranteed waterproofing systems for internal and external wet...

Win a registration to the NEXUS Student Architecture Congress

Mon, 13 May 13 00:54:50 +1000

Architectural Window Systems has recently launched a competition for a lucky Architecture student to win a complimentary registration to the 2013 Nexus Student Architecture Congress. Simply follow @SpecifyAWS on Twitter and mention us in a tweet!

The conference is being held on the 3rd – 6th July in Newcastle.The Australia and...

ECOply helps achieve maximum impact with minimum impact

Mon, 13 May 13 00:53:12 +1000

Architect Rory Toomey loves ECOply, he’s a ’big fan of the product’. And in one of his latest projects as Project Architect at Environa Studio, a multi-disciplinary Architecture practice in Sydney, it shows.

The client’s brief called for timber finishes – in fact they referenced Mad Men for inspiration. Their budget...

Trellis doors installed across Metcash branded companies

Mon, 13 May 13 00:21:18 +1000

The Australian Trellis Door Co (ATDC) is the leading supplier of specialist security door systems to the Australian retail industry.

ATDC has been involved in numerous high profile national store roll-outs for some of this country’s leading retailers including Woolworths, Wesfarmers, Harvey Norman, Telstra and many others.

Satisfied national customers within the...

Quiet Art sponsored Emergency Shelter Exhibition at Fed Square

Tue, 14 May 13 00:54:22 +1000

The Emergency Shelter Exhibition is a unique, charitable event supported by some of the world's leading architectural innovators to explore solutions to emergency shelters in disaster-affected locations around the world.

This exhibition was to propose shelters that could not only protect people from rain and other elements in emergency situations but...

Recoh-Vert wins Selector Best New Product Award 2013

Thu, 09 May 13 01:58:15 +1000

The winner and finalists in this year's Selector DesignBUILD Best New Product award were announced at a function in Sydney's Darling Harbor on the evening of 8 May. Products entered into the award must have been released in Australia in the 12 months prior to DesignBUILD 2013, and were evaluated...

Insulation performs at Perth Arena

Tue, 07 May 13 02:28:15 +1000

Perth Arena, completed in November 2012, is an individualistic public building featuring a unique set of design and engineering elements – including a customised insulation system developed to overcome some tough challenges.

Standing some 50 metres high, the arena is a multipurpose centre built to host sporting, theatrical and musical events...

The world's most awarded window film

Mon, 06 May 13 04:46:21 +1000

Gold Plus Global Green Tag Certification for EnerLogic 35!

EnerLogic 35 window film has gained an international Gold Plus rating for its outstanding eco-friendly performance. No other product in the window film and glazing industry has achieved Global Green Tag certification for eco excellence.

“It’s a world first,” said George Mariotto, of...

New Stonini Profilestone panels

Mon, 06 May 13 06:26:45 +1000

Stonini’s new range of Eco Wood panels allows you to use “wood” panels in a very practical and flexible way.

Ideal for both interior and exterior environments, these hand-crafted composite panels are available in a variety of colours and customised wood textures that will complement many environments.

Eco Wood is...

Brintons’ design team styles for the future

Thu, 02 May 13 06:46:04 +1000

Brintons Carpets has created a spectacular array of new patterns in a collection entitled, Novae. The new product series will debut at the 2013 HD Expo in Las Vegas, May 15-17, at Brintons space 4339.

According to Johnny Massey, Brintons VP Operations, “Novae is the newest comprehensive portfolio designed by Brintons'...

Security doors for heritage buildings

Wed, 01 May 13 03:24:47 +1000

ATDC, Australia’s leading barrier security provider and with national coverage, is proud to announce the launch of it's heritage range of trellis security doors suitable for providing security for heritage buildings.

Originating from the age old concept of the doors used for securing elevators and lifts, these trellis security doors...

Karndean Designflooring and the Sensitive Choice Program

Fri, 03 May 13 03:06:37 +1000

At Karndean Designflooring your health is important to us. Our focus is to bring comfort to places where people: live, work, relax and meet. We are proud that our range of Designflooring is approved by the Australian National Asthma Council and Asthma Foundation (NZ)’s Sensitive Choice program.

Established in 2006,...

Brintons rocks design norm

Thu, 02 May 13 06:30:15 +1000

Camp Revamp, the latest Axminster Carpet collection by Stacy Garcia for Brintons, delivers a rebellious sense of sophistication. This purposefully exaggerated series of patterns was developed from a trend the Stacy Garcia design studio dubbed “Unapologetically Fun”

"Stacy is known for having her finger on the pulse in regards to colour...

Be alert, not awash!

Thu, 02 May 13 00:19:24 +1000

John Rathbone, part of the committee working on Australian Standards for Waterproofing, talks about the new requirements for rimless and stand-alone baths.

New Zealand was the first country in our area to strike problems with rimless and stand-alone baths. The first wave of imports were “budget baths” which could be...

Hive [design by hive] new collection!

Wed, 01 May 13 01:39:41 +1000

Hive [design by hive] is a collective of international creatives and artisans. Led by the international design genius Kenneth Cobonpue, Hive [design by hive] cultivates an environment of creative freedom, merged with a strong conceptual sense of original lighting and planting product. Falling into the larger Hive [design by hive]...

Karndean Designflooring introduces LooseLay

Tue, 30 Apr 13 23:00:49 +1000

Karndean LooseLay is an award winning, glueless version of Designflooring. As its name suggests, LooseLay works like free lay carpet tiles, using a combination of suction and friction to secure the product to the floor.

LooseLay is ideal for multi-floor apartments, retail spaces, aged care, offices and hotels due to:

-...

markilux awnings for energy-efficient homes

Tue, 30 Apr 13 22:59:20 +1000

markilux Australia offers a comprehensive range of multi-functional awning solutions for homes.

Outdoor shading is an essential part of a home’s energy saving strategy with an awning considered as one of the most popular and effective solutions. Awnings offer the flexibility to control the amount of solar energy that enters the...

AWS Designer Notes – Bluff Farm residence

Tue, 30 Apr 13 04:58:04 +1000

AWS have recently conducted yet another Designer Notes video. This beautiful retreat is located in the upper Hunter Valley with a breathtaking view.

The original house and land had been in the same family for many years and, although used mainly as a weekender the owners wanted to establish a home...

The S02 expanding grille door opens up a new level of security

Wed, 01 May 13 06:51:55 +1000

Australian specialist security door group, The Australian Trellis Door Company (ATDC), is delivering home owners style, functionality and protection with its S02 Steel Expanding Grille security system.

Ideal for doors, windows and patios, the S02 Steel Expanding Grille is a versatile and heavy duty security door which offers home owners a...

ATDC’s SO8 trellis doors provide closure for difficult designs

Fri, 26 Apr 13 06:14:15 +1000

Leading national security door provider The Australian Trellis Door Company (ATDC) has re-launched its hugely popular SO8 curved trellis security door.

The S08 curved trellis security door features a heavy duty, commercial grade extruded aluminium top track, heavy duty industrial grade top hangar assemblies and metal wheel bearings to offer maximum...

Foamular used in the Jane Foss Russell Building at Uni of Sydney

Fri, 26 Apr 13 05:47:38 +1000

The Jane Foss Russell Building at the University of Sydney has opened its doors to staff and students. The building is designed to raise the bar in green building. It has many green features, including Foamular Extruded Polystyrene Insulation and has achieved a 5-Star Green Star Rating.

Foamular Extruded Polystyrene was...

Supawood panels used extensively in an award winning building

Wed, 24 Apr 13 06:10:39 +1000

The Mabel Fidler Building at Ravenswood School for Girls, Gordon NSW by BVN Architects has been awarded the Sir John Sulman Medal for Public Architecture. This most prestigious award includes the Sydney Opera House amongst its past winners.

The building is now the new front door for the school and functions...

LZF lighting product @ KE-ZU

Wed, 24 Apr 13 05:02:09 +1000

LZF Lamps have been working hard on their new campaign “High Fidelity”. High Fidelity is something a little different in the furniture design world and the product produced from this concept is nothing but astounding.

Each new piece unveiled by LZF Lamps is accompanied by a piece of music originally...

ATDC's removable lockable bars provide easy exit in case of fire

Mon, 22 Apr 13 01:59:31 +1000

The Australian Trellis Door Company (ATDC) has engineered a unique security barrier that allows emergency egress in the event of fire, with its removable lockable window bar system.

Ideal for securing both homes and businesses, the removable security bars are fitted on the internal of windows, allowing for quick removal for...

Acoustic panels – thickness counts!

Fri, 19 Apr 13 00:58:29 +1000

Most architects and interior designers these days are aware of the importance of acoustics in the design of an interior commercial space. Clients, and building occupants too, have become much more demanding in this regard, and now have high expectations of sound quality and noise minimisation in interior spaces. Acoustics-related...

The Chronomite is a smashing success

Tue, 23 Apr 13 05:56:02 +1000

RBA’s instantaneous electric hot water heater, the Chronomite, has proven to be a smashing success at Conjola Lakeside Van Park.

Its installation allows guests to enjoy hot water and a clean barbeque and pool area while having fun on holidays.

Conjola Lakeside Van Park’s resident manager Gail Taylor says the...

Introducing new fall protection suspension seat

Tue, 23 Apr 13 00:20:13 +1000

Provides comfort and support when working in suspension!

Capital Safety, home of the DBI-SALA and PROTECTA brands of fall protection equipment has announced the launch of their new Suspension Seat, purpose built for rope access and rescue harnesses.

DBI-SALA’s new Suspension Seat has been specifically designed with the ability to be attached...

Stainless steel public space sculptures add the wow

Tue, 16 Apr 13 05:55:52 +1000

Amazing designer features.

LAADP were commissioned to design and manufacture this fantastic 3.6 metre high stainless steel modern art sculpture for a Dubai client's project.

Each sculpture has an internal structural skeleton framework to ensure that is structurally sound when installed. The outer skin is laser cut stainless steel sheets...

Environmentally friendly cladding from Austech

Wed, 10 Apr 13 06:08:02 +1000

Austech recognizes the need for environmentally friendly products as Australia moves towards a green future. With the recognition of this movement comes a solution in the form of Duratuff Select Vinyl Cladding.

Vinyl was first created in the 1920’s and quickly became a key component in many products, including wall...

New Council Amenities Project Application on RBA website

Fri, 19 Apr 13 03:49:48 +1000

To support councils in their ambitions to improve the communities in which they serve and seek to grow, RBA has created a dedicated Project / Application section on their website, as well as a matching E-brochure. These tools will enable a council to fully specify and fit out their public...

Noisy video conferencing rooms – acoustic treatment

Fri, 19 Apr 13 00:52:20 +1000

Sontext were recently contacted by a company that was having problems in their video conferencing room. Excessive reverberation (echo) in the room meant it was difficult for the clients or colleagues to hear speech clearly.

Speech clarity is a common problem in spaces that have been converted to video conferencing or...

A question of vanity in the bathroom?

Fri, 19 Apr 13 04:08:44 +1000

The well appointed vanity, essential to any clutter-free busy bathroom or ensuite, should provide ample storage, look elegant without overpowering the space and preferably not eat up more than a fraction of the overall renovation budget!

Raymor has released a collection of four vanity designs, each featuring a fully integrated basin,...

ATDC launches stylish and secure plantation shutters

Wed, 17 Apr 13 05:16:22 +1000

In response to an increasing rate of home break-ins, one of Australia’s leading security companies, The Australian Trellis Door Co (ATDC), has launched a ranged of premium quality security plantation shutters.

The new security rated plantation shutters, called Security365, replace unattractive bars and grilles on household window frames, with high...

Screen In A Box used to create a garage port

Wed, 10 Apr 13 06:02:31 +1000

Austech has been a proud supplier of Screen In A Box for the last 10 years.

Screen In A Box can be used to turn a car port into a lockable garage. Austech provides another solution to a once insecure and unstylish area of your home. The installation of Screen In...

Wet-seal announces 2011-12 Franchisee of the Region for VIC

Thu, 02 May 13 05:50:04 +1000

We would like to congratulate our North East Melbourne/Eastern Melbourne Franchisees Damian & Natarsha Davis, who achieved 2011-2012 Wet-seal Franchisee of the Region – VIC.

Damian & Natarsha went up against our other VIC Franchisees & were presented this award at our recently held Wet-seal Group Bi-Annual Conference. Damian &...

Custom designed water features – stone and glass

Wed, 17 Apr 13 01:14:36 +1000

Custom designed triple tower water feature – for indoors or outdoors.

This stunning water feature was created for a client who wanted a wow factor to enhance the front of their newly renovated property. As guests had to pass a tennis court and a vehicle parking area on the way to...

Sydney showroom for Ventura concrete overlay system

Mon, 15 Apr 13 06:30:26 +1000

"The most amazing floor I have ever seen!"

Barton Dowe, the principal of Sydney's Diamondshine Polished Concrete Company awoke to this feedback from his client on his first ever Concrete Collaborative Ventura topping floor project. The project was Alabaster (Brilliant White) non-aggregate overlay for a photography studio floor in Sydney.

The Ventura...