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With fire regulations continuously evolving, fire compliance is critical for building professionals. With new types of construction on the rise, it is timely to examine current fire compliance requirements, the methods to prove compliance, and how these relate to polymer formwork wall systems for internal and external walls.
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Phil and Lina Strati, the creative minds behind Aesthetic Developments, dreamt of a modern Mediterranean oasis. Their vision? An open-plan dwelling with flowing, curved lines that seamlessly integrated with the outdoors. The Fairview Project – their stunning renovation of a 1970s brick home in Sydney's Arncliffe – exemplifies the transformative power of the duo's bold ingenuity, unwavering vision, and design innovation.
When designing and specifying wall systems, navigating the performance requirements of the National Construction Code and the related Australian standards can present challenges for specifiers and architects. Without a proper understanding of the regulatory landscape, the complexity of these requirements can increase the likelihood of error and non-compliance.
In recent years, the cost of refurbishment projects has increased dramatically, requiring architects, designers and builders to continually find ways to speed up construction times and reduce costs, without sacrificing quality. Modular construction methods is one solution, providing architects, designers and builders with the ability to revitalise buildings in an effective, economical, and environmentally responsible manner.
Despite being used for thousands of years, we are only recently understanding the power of timber's biophilic properties. The versatility of timber allows for increasingly creative architectural features that combine different facets of nature-inspired design to improve building occupants' health and wellbeing.
In 2023, Holcim was the proud sponsor of the Landscape & Urban Design category. In this eBook, read about the shortlisted projects as well as a Q&A with Holcim’s National Specifications Manager, Dylan Viviers and a sustainable project using ECOPact concrete.
Historically, timber has been used for residential construction because of its easy maintenance, weight-to-strength ratio, inherent durability, and natural look. However, with the market’s increased focus on cost savings, efficiency and sustainability, specifiers are shifting toward more technologically advanced timber products like Novawood Thermowood Technology.
To this day, the Australian construction industry is still feeling the repercussions of the Lacrosse and Grenfell tower fires. A nationwide investigation as to the extent of combustible cladding on Australian buildings followed shortly thereafter, highlighting a widespread problem across the industry.
Ventilated facades are rapidly gaining traction within the construction industry by offering improvements in energy efficiency, greater comfort for tenants, and an extra layer of protection for the building structure. To maximise the potential of ventilated facades, it is important to understand how its different components work, particularly the role of vapour-permeable weather barriers.
In 2023, ForestOne proudly sponsored the Sustainability Awards' Green Building Material category. Explore the eBook to discover the shortlist and winner, delve into EGGER's carbon-negative range, learn about the Parkwood Tavern's revitalisation, and witness ForestOne's leadership in sustainable interior building products in Australia.
In 2023, DECO proudly sponsors the Single Dwelling (Alteration) category, highlighted in this eBook. Discover Professor Michael Stacey's insights on aluminum, observe DECO's sustainability commitment with LocAl® Green, and delve into the eBook's discourse on how architects and designers play a pivotal role in mitigating carbon emissions in the construction sector.
Situated on the edge of a heritage precinct in Middle Park Vic, “Harold” is a stunning home given new life by a recent skyward extension and reconfiguration. Its dark exterior raises its status within the streetscape, presenting a dynamic facade composed of anodised aluminium panels, selected for their resistance to corrosion in a coastal setting, and integrated operable screens.
