The Art Of Sun Shading Selection – An Introduction To Blinds & Curtains
As is obvious, even to the layperson, the choice of blinds and curtains involves an appraisal of the aesthetic appeal of the various options. It involves sorting through colour options, assessing the ways a given product could contribute to broader design ambitions, evaluating the need for privacy in a given space, and so on. But […]
As we often hear, Australia has an ageing population. As the proportion of older people in the community grows, it is time to discover that the ageing process can be a seamless, uplifting and pleasurable experience – with a little bit of planning and consideration in design. As a society, we need to settle on […]
As with all aspects of the construction sector, the specification of level entry thresholds in Australia involves compliance with the National Construction Code (NCC). As is also standard, compliance of these products can involve either the more prescriptive and standardised Deemed-to-Satisfy (DTS) solutions, or Performance Solutions (which vary according to the specific job). In the […]
The term ‘clean room’ refers to spaces – such as science laboratories, data centres, food manufacturing facilities, healthcare settings, pharmaceutical manufacturing plants, and so on – in which, for a variety of reasons, contamination control and ensuring the absence of airborne particles is critically important. Across Australia and New Zealand, the design, construction, and maintenance […]
Developed in Italy 30 years ago, sublimation for aluminium is a process through which printed images can be transferred directly into powder coated aluminium surfaces. Introduced into the Australian architectural market in the early 2000’s, this finishing technology has revolutionised the architectural aluminium products industry. Strong and durable, yet light-weight and easy to install, sublimated […]
Renowned for its versatility, lightweight, resistance to corrosion and more, aluminium has become a material of choice, not just within the construction sector but also in the manufacturing sector and elsewhere. In the built environment, it can be found in everything from roofing and façades to windows, doors, and furniture. That said, aluminium is not […]
In this CPD presentation, you will learn about the embodied carbon and energy aspects of Aluminium products used in architecture and construction. The presentation will explain the material lifecycle, showcase the benefits of aluminium for a range of applications, and give practical insight into the major aluminium coating types and the environmental, aesthetic and durability […]
Digitalisation has arrived. As is the case with most other industries, data and connectivity have begun to transform the construction sector. Building Information Modelling (BIM) is key to this change. Tools that empower architects, designers, engineers, and others to create digital representations of their work – and in so doing reap a range of benefits […]
Designing with Country is an approach to design that acknowledges and respects the Indigenous cultures, histories, and connections to the land and waters of Australia. It aims to create design outcomes that are culturally appropriate, environmentally sustainable, and beneficial for the well-being of Indigenous and non-Indigenous communities. As more architectural projects involve collaboration with First […]
In this session of CPD live, we focus on a new generation of mixers and tapware, which promise to deliver a range of benefits to the architects who specify them, the plumbers who install and maintain them, and the consumers who purchase (and use) them. Thanks to innovations associated with both the component parts of […]