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    News Archive for August 2017

    Green for wellbeing – science tells us how to design urban spaces that heal us

    Research has found that people in urban areas who live closest to the greatest “green space” are significantly less likely to suffer poor mental health.


    University of Newcastle proposes radical cuts to architecture faculty

    The University of Newcastle has proposed significant cuts to its architecture and industrial design degrees in a radical move to preference construction-based courses.


    Going green with Vista garden wall systems

    Built environments in urban settings have very little space for gardening and landscaping.


    An internet forum for fans of Wes Anderson’s fantastical architecture

    An internet forum has sprung up on Reddit dedicated to the fantastical, pastel-hued architecture of Wes Anderson.


    Used shipping container repurposed to showcase GECA certified building materials

    The Materials In Mind pod is a unique initiative by Good Environmental Choice Australia (GECA) to showcase and promote a range of beautiful and functional GECA Certified building materials and furniture.


    How Nora rubber floors are ensuring comfort for surgical staff in hospitals

    Resilient floor coverings specialist Nora Quality Rubber Flooring Systems has been helping several hospitals ensure an ergonomic work environment for their surgical and nursing staff.


    Preventing vehicle theft with automatic access control systems

    Car theft is a common occurrence in Australia, motivated mostly by the scrap racket and the black market trade in car parts.


    Capral framing, sliding doors and louvre windows feature in architect’s home renovation

    Several products from Capral Aluminium played an important role in the transformation of a Melbourne-based architect’s home into a naturally lit, airy and energy-efficient space.


    Solar-ready Stiebel heat pumps showcased at SMA Roadshow in Melbourne

    Stiebel Eltron Australia recently showcased their latest range of solar PV-ready domestic hot water heat pumps at the SMA Roadshow held in Melbourne.


    AWS windows help designers retain character of heritage listed church-turned-home

    Windows and doors from Architectural Window Systems helped the construction and design team retain the original condition and character of a heritage-listed church that was transformed into a real home.


    Australia’s first official casino granted heritage protection

    Tasmania’s Wrest Point Hotel Casino has been granted permanent heritage protection by the state government.


    Kooltherm specified in 6-star luxury Perth hotel for green credentials and compliance

    Kooltherm K10 PLUS soffit boards from Kingspan Insulation were specified for Crown Towers Perth, Australia’s newest 6-star luxury hotel and casino, for meeting the project’s quality, environmental and compliance objectives.


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