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    News Archive for September 2021

    Writing an accurate fee proposal

    As an AEC professional, your success hinges on knowing your real costs for a project. How much does it truly cost for you to complete a project?


    China has stepped away from coal — but will this convince the world to do likewise?

    With Chinese President Xi Jinping confirming the country will no longer build coal-fired power projects abroad, attention now turns to what energy sources the state will opt to invest within.


    Warren and Mahoney-designed 6 Star Green Star aquatic centre now a stroke closer

    Architects Warren and Mahoney have designed the redevelopment of the Northcote Aquatic and Recreation Centre (NARC), with the construction contract being awarded to Kane Construction.


    Hayball's plantation patience defines Alba Thermal Springs & Spa

    Designed by Hayball, with the landscape architecture and pool design taken care of by MALA Studio, the Alba Thermal Springs & Spa seeks to commit entirely to respecting the natural environment.


    Scott Carver to reinvigorate Parramatta precinct with connection to nature, Indigenous culture

    Sydney-based practice Scott Carver has won the Design Excellence Competition for 197 Church Street, Parramatta.


    Australia is no stranger to earthquakes, yet our planning polices have not adapted

    Southeastern Australia was yesterday rocked by a magnitude-5.8 earthquake with its epicentre near Mansfield in Victoria’s northeast.


    DECO Innovation Centre recognised at AGWA Design Awards

    DECO Australia announces that its display centre, the DECO Innovation Centre, has won the 2021 AGWA Design Awards Showroom of the Year: Large Showroom Award.


    4500mm high commercial bifold security doors installed at Bobs Barber

    ATDC installed a 4500mm high commercial bifold security door to the storefront premises of Bobs Barber at Eastlands Shopping Centre in Ringwood, Victoria.


    How to handle moisture-affected timber

    Extreme rainfall can create conditions in which timber products may become affected by moisture.


    How materiality ensures product quality and durability

    When it comes to bathrooms, this trend is no different, as consumers switch out ‘cheap’ for ‘quality’, ensuring they create spaces that will be just as functional in 10 years’ time.


    Dulux solutions meet challenging scope at WA Museum redevelopment

    The original heritage-listed museum buildings added significant complexity to the redevelopment, from the need to strip lead paint to restrictions about the colours that could be used.


    Smarter living with new upgrades for ABB-free@home system

    ABB has launched a raft of extensions for their successful ABB-free@home® system to meet the increasing demand for Internet of Things (IoT) technology within smart homes.


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