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    News Archive for February 2018

    Six lessons on how to make affordable housing funding work across Australia

    Up to now, the key stumbling block has been the “funding gap” between revenue from rents paid by low-income tenants and the cost of developing and maintaining good-quality housing. And the problem is greatest in the urban areas where affordable housing is most needed.


    Affordable housing falling short due to lack of funds

    Affordable housing projects are being shaped by constrained funding rather than actual needs, according to a new report by UNSW researchers.


    Opera House to replace “intrusive” marquee with new Function Centre

    The removal of the existing events marquee at the north-eastern corner of Bennelong Point will make way for the Opera House’s new indoor Function Centre.


    Wendy Geitz appointed as new Geyer CEO

    Geyer has appointed Wendy Geitz to lead its five-studio interior design practice.


    Solar package to ensure energy security for Metricon home buyers

    Several property development companies across Australia are offering solar packages along with their new builds, ensuring long-term energy security for home buyers.


    Autonomous vehicle tech to focus on energy efficiency

    Driving efficiencies associated with autonomous vehicles can offset the significant environmental impact of their sensing and computing subsystems in terms of energy consumption and carbon emissions.


    Affordable signage for small business

    Small businesses need to constantly look for low cost ways to promote their offerings professionally and effectively.


    High Pressure Laminate boards add drama to interiors at Brisbane’s Reading Cinema

    High Pressure Laminate (HPL) boards from Surface Squared were selected for the interior ceiling and wall panels at the Reading Cinema in Newmarket Village, Brisbane.


    Elliet Spring announced as new MGS associate

    MGS Architects has appointed Elliet Spring to the position of associate.


    Noosa River holiday home features Easycraft panelling on walls and ceilings

    Award-winning designer Stephen Kidd of Kidd+Co specified decorative linings from Easycraft for the walls and ceilings of a new holiday home located on the Noosa River.


    Window hardware innovation solves new building code challenges

    Recent changes to window opening restrictions in the National Construction Code (NCC) have been celebrated as a safety commitment in the Building Code of Australia (BCA) for the benefit of all Australians.


    Canterbury home extension wrapped in Archclad Express wall panels

    A home extension project by Unique Homes in Rubens Grove, Canterbury features Archclad Express panels from Architectural Cladding Australia.


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