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    Our cities are widening the divide between the well-off and the rest. How can we turn this damaging trend around?

    The “latte line” is the infamous, invisible boundary that divides Sydney between the more affluent north-east and the south-west. Historically, people north of the line enjoy better access to jobs and education, and can capitalise on rising property wealth. This has reinforced economic inequality.


    Country Road stores first in Australian fashion retail to secure 6 Star Green Star Interiors rating

    Leading Australian sustainable fashion label Country Road has achieved a 6 Star Green Star Interiors rating at two of their retail stores, marking a pioneering achievement in the fashion retail industry.


    Bold, minimalist, contemporary – introducing the stunning Box Modern home design

    In this article, architect Joe Snell helps us break down the key features of this popular look, and how to individualise the design.


    Green thinking for green spaces: Landscape & Urban

    Public spaces have a profound impact on the fabric of urban environments, shaping the character and functionality of their surroundings. While these spaces are often designed to be visually striking and innovative, they must also adhere to certain fundamental principles to be truly effective.


    Modular rollout continues across Queensland

    The Office of the Queensland Government Architect, along with the QLD Government’s public building arm QBuild has officially completed work on six new modular homes in Cunnamulla, which will be occupied by social housing tenants.


    Federal housing investment welcomed by key stakeholder

    Master Builders Australia has endorsed the funding allocated towards housing by the federal government, and hopes that the Albanese-led cabinet will now assess how to reduce building costs and time.


    St Kilda’s much-loved indie theatre a step closer to re-opening

    The construction phase of the Nelson Koo Architects-designed Theatre Works redevelopment is now underway, with St Kilda’s much-loved indie theatre to be utilised for years to come thanks to the upgrades.


    Thalis a gold medallist in 2024

    Philip Thalis has been awarded the Australian Institute of Architects Gold Medal for 2024, recognised for his distinguished service as an architect.


    Transforming the built environment through sustainability

    To accelerate our sustainability leadership in the industry, we are continuously innovating to create solutions that reduce the environmental impact of buildings and make homes more sustainable in future.


    EBS THERMOspeed high speed door delivers machine safety at cold storage

    The brief for the solution was that it needed to operate at fast speeds, operate reliably in a freezing environment, withstand potential impact, and above all, provide safety for people.


    Neutral palette centred on Petersen K91 bricks helps deliver minimalist Brighton home

    The warmth of the Kolumba bricks greets you at the front and wraps into the hallway, where you look straight to the external courtyard’s backdrop of Petersen bricks.


    Constructing the world’s tallest buildings creates high emissions

    Since ancient times, people have built structures that reach for the skies – from the steep spires of medieval towers to the grand domes of ancient cathedrals and mosques. Today the quest is to build the world’s tallest skyscrapers, such as Burj Khalifa in Dubai. .


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