Talking Architecture & Design Podcast (Episode 203) - Metricon's National Design Director Adrian Popple on why new houses should be designed like classic cars Listen Now
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    News Archive for December 2009

    Shortlist revealed for UTS Podium competition

    Five Australian architects will have until February to complete their designs for extending the Brutalist landmark building.


    Rant on

    The "scandal" surrounding public transport's sustainability, architects distracted by "petty squabbles" and the US's defense tactics a "bipartisan blunder".


    Macau Casino copies Beijing water cube design

    The Beijing water cube has joined the pyramids, Eiffel tower, Colosseum and Venice as world icons transformed into casinos.


    Real Flame adds Pyrotech Deluxe to its range

    Real Flame, Australian leaders in gas fire technology, has added the Pyrotech Deluxe to its gas fireplace range.


    Parsons Brinckerhoff goes green

    Parsons Brinckerhoff (PB) has officially opened its new Melbourne office at an environmentally-friendly space at Southbank.


    Kingspan and Air-Cell unite

    Air-Cell Innovations has been acquired by Kingspan Group, the world's largest manufacturer of rigid insulation materials.


    Making an impact on accessibility consultancy

    Impact Group has launched its specialist disabled access arm, Impact Access Consultancy.


    Viridian (formerly Pilkington and DMS Glass) provide high performance glass to Audi headquarters

    High performance glass from Viridian (formerly Pilkington and DMS Glass) occupies a pivotal role in bringing to life Audi Australia’s flagship headquarters designed by Johnson Pilton Walker.


    QLD's planning process made easy

    User-friendly application forms are available for all new Queensland planning proposals ahead of next week's commencement of the Sustainable Planning Act 2009.


    Global round up

    First steps taken on Santiago Calatrava's second Dublin bridge, compassionate architects given a helping hand and Dubai's "cultural hub" welcomes its first guests.


    Curtain up for Perth waterfront plans

    A landscaped island and a cable car will help bridge the physical and psychological gap between the city and the water in Perth, new plans reveal.


    Vivid pagoda concept gets go ahead

    A traditional pagoda in Sydney's Chinatown will be transformed into a dramatic art installation and a tourist kiosk thanks to council approval.


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