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    News Archive for August 2016

    Why low-shrinkage timbers are essential for external cladding

    It’s a well-known fact that timber expands and shrinks based on the relative humidity of the environment.


    Melbourne artist’s studio gets the artistic touch with AWS Elevate range

    Windows By Design specified the AWS Elevate range from Architectural Window Systems for a Melbourne-based artist’s studio.


    Custom fabric atrium allows natural light into Toowong Village Shopping Centre

    A custom fabric atrium featuring a screen curtain from MakMax is a standout feature of the recently refurbished Toowong Village Shopping Centre in Brisbane.


    Hettich supporting design excellence as category sponsor at WA Chapter Architecture Awards

    Hettich Australia was the category sponsor for Residential Architecture – Houses (Alterations and Additions) at the 2016 WA Chapter Architecture Awards held recently in Perth.


    KRGS supplies folding closures for Fijian International Airport upgrade

    Kings Roller Grilles and Shutters (KRGS) has been contracted to supply folding closures for the rebuilding works being undertaken as part of the upgrade at the Nadi international airport in Fiji.


    All about Western Red Cedar

    Western Red Cedar is a hardy tree that thrives in south-west Canada and the north-west United States.


    Projex Group’s Top 20 favourite green rooftops: Kensington Roof Gardens, UK

    Projex Group celebrates the world’s shift towards greener, sustainable practices by listing their Top 20 favourite green rooftops and rooftop gardens from across the world.


    Installing Sculpt’s Axis double sided fireplace on an external wall

    Sculpt Fireplace Collection recently introduced their new luxury Axis double sided fireplace range in the Australian market.


    29 MakMax Centra umbrellas installed along Perth’s Elizabeth Quay Walkway

    MakMax Australia supplied 29 umbrellas from their Commercial range for installation along the Elizabeth Quay Walkway in Perth.


    New white paper explores the use of natural ventilation to improve user comfort and reduce energy

    Successful natural ventilation is determined by having high thermal comfort and adequate fresh air for the ventilated spaces, while having little or no energy use for active HVAC cooling and ventilation.


    How modular construction is reducing time, cost and waste in healthcare projects

    The building industry has indeed come a long way with technological innovations and modern equipment resulting in smarter processes, shorter build times and cost optimisation.


    Colour coatings are key for award winning Monash University student accommodation

    Monash University’s Clayton campus was recently awarded three major architecture awards by the Australian Institute of Architects for the second year running.


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