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AWS sponsors building tour program at inaugural Glenn Murcutt Architecture Foundation Symposium
As part of its ongoing support for architectural excellence and sustainable, place-based design, AWS is sponsoring the M...
Caloundra luxury apartments set new benchmark for beachside living
With three bedrooms, expansive living-dining spaces, generous balconies, and stunning views of the ocean and mountains i...
Glazed windows and sliding doors balance nature, light, views and style at Bulli beachside cottage
Series 400 CentreGLAZE™ windows and Series 618 MAGNUM™ sliding doors were selected for a beachside cottage extension in ...
Skylight and automatic louvres maximise natural light at Narrm Ngarrgu Library in Melbourne
The Narrm Ngarrgu Library & Family Services is a key part of Melbourne’s Queen Victoria Market Renewal. Featuring a 45sq...
Large span AWS systems with uninterrupted glass help Blue Mountains holiday retreat capture glorious views
Spicers Sangoma's pavilions sit before a majestic view that the owners were determined to capture in all its glory. Huge...
AWS windows and doors help bring vision to life at open plan home in Wilberforce, NSW
The client for this property had a simple vision: a contemporary open-plan home that seamlessly connects with the outdoo...
Built to last: Talking longevity with Architect Tina Tziallas
Tina Tziallas, founder of Tziallas Architects, designs homes built to last, with a focus on sustainability and adaptive ...
Behind the scenes of Pentridge Prison urban revitalisation project with Dominic Gaetani
DKO Architecture is revitalizing the historic Pentridge Precinct in Coburg, originally home to notorious criminals. Thei...
Why windows matter in sustainable design
Well-specified windows and doors can be the difference between a thermally efficient design versus an over-engineered, h...
Resources
CPD
CPD Online - A guide to window and door design and compliance in bushfire prone areas
This CPD session explores AS 3959:2018 and its application in bushfire-prone areas, focusing on AWS window and door syst...
CPD Online - High performance aluminium window systems: Part of the energy efficiency solution
Acknowledging the significant role it plays in the task of reducing carbon emissions – and in so doing minimising the ne...
Podcasts
Episode 235: Tina Tziallas on energy-efficient building design, sustainable materials and behavioural change to promote sustainability
Tina has worked on a variety of projects, including high-end and sustainable residential, multi-unit, commercial, equine...
Episode 227: Dominic Gaetani, the DKO lead architect on the trials & tribulations of the Pentridge Prison urban rehabilitation project
Dominic Gaetani is a senior associate from DKO Architecture, who as a Tasmanian-born architect, left the sleepy Apple Is...
Episode 213: Trivess Moore on how green building materials can help us reach our carbon targets
Trivess Moore is an Associate Professor in the School of Property, Construction and Project Management at RMIT. He is al...
Episode 207: Tamica Lewis, founder of Tempus Design Studio, on her holistic approach to residential building design & creating inspired spaces
Tamica Lewis is the Principal Building Designer and founder of Tempus Design Studio and has been involved in the Buildin...
Episode 189: Sustainability Engineer and Director at Credwell Energy Paddy Healy on ESD Certifications, Energy Modelling & BAL classifications
We speak with Padraig (Paddy) Healy, sustainability engineer and Director at Credwell Energy.
Episode 182: James Cooper from Sanctum Design about the wonders of passive design, façade materials, shading, and window glazing
James has won many awards over the course of his career. He is a Multi-time National Award winner of Environmental and E...
Episode 175: Darren Palmer from The Block talks about new designs, bathroom ideas and why designing windows properly is crucial for sustainability
Darren Palmer began his career designing beautiful and personalised homes for discerning clients. Today, Darren Palmer h...
Episode 173: Virginia Wong See, Co-founder of Architecture@Altitude on site-specific design Section J and getting window design right
Virginia Wong See relaunched her practice as architecture@altitude in 2011 to focus on cool climate energy efficient bui...
Episode 169: Craig Baudin from Fender Katsalidis explains urban design, biophilia, wellness and his role in designing the iconic Central Place Sydney precinct
Craig Baudin, is a highly credentialed and experienced contemporary architect and also a principal at Fender Katsalidis.
Sustainability Awards
Recognising a legacy of sustainability with Lifetime Achievement 2024 Mat Santamouris
As the Sustainability Awards 2025 approach, focus turns to the Lifetime Achievement Award, recognising individuals who’v...
Rooted, resilient, resonant: Off-grid family living amongst the rugged Australian landscape
Sutton Hill House exemplifies high-performance off-grid design, integrating reclaimed materials, biophilic principles, a...
Off-site sustainability: The rise of prefabricated construction
Prefabricated construction is transforming Australia’s building industry by improving efficiency, reducing waste, and lo...
Honouring legacy with the Lifetime Achievement Award
As Australia embraces a sustainable future, it is essential to recognise the visionaries who have dedicated their career...
