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Non-combustible cladding in metallic colours replaces existing facade at Adelaide data centre
The existing facade was replaced with ALPOLIC™ NC/A1, a non-combustible mineral core aluminium cladding suitable for ess...
Recladding delivers compliant, maintenance-free facade solution for Charles Perkins Centre
When the University of Sydney reclad the Charles Perkins Centre, compliance was not enough. This article explores how a ...
Top five residential facade trends shaping contemporary homes in 2026
Australian residential facades are evolving, with 2026 trends favouring clean lines, layered materials, natural finishes...
ALPOLIC replaces combustible cladding in remediation project at Sydney high-rise
ALPOLIC™ NC/A1, a non-combustible mineral core aluminium cladding solution, was specified for its suitability in high-ri...
How ALPOLIC became Toyota’s trusted facade and signage solution across their dealerships
ALPOLIC™/fr and NC have become such a critical part of Toyota’s design ecosystem that they are now embedded in the compa...
Structural ceiling systems in data centres: A CPD Live presentation
Discover how structural ceiling systems drive operational efficiency in modern data centres. This session explores engin...
Non-combustible facade panels reinforce coastal home’s bold geometry
The deep, muted tone of the ALPOLIC™/fr panels adds visual weight and contrast, helping to articulate the building’s for...
Facade upgrade with non-combustible cladding enhances building safety at Sydney apartments
Spanning approximately 9,180m², the facade upgrade utilises ALPOLIC™ NC/A1, a non-combustible mineral core aluminium cla...
Light-toned panels define architectural profile of coastal home in Balgownie
ALPOLIC™/fr aluminium composite panels in Milk White are used to line the eaves and soffits, creating a sharp, continuou...
Resources
CPD
CPD Online - Structural ceiling systems in data centres
Driven by the AI boom, data centre construction is surging globally. This session explores the critical role of structur...
CPD Online - Life cycle costs & value in aluminium facade systems: Balancing performance & sustainability
This CPD session explores the life cycle costs of aluminium facade systems, comparing solid, corrugated core, and non-co...
Podcasts
Episode 249: Llewellyn Regler & Mario Mey on cladding, the NCC, the facade market, Project Remediate and why waterproofing matters
Llewellyn Regler and Mario Mey share some of their cladding technology and application secrets with Talking Architecture...
Episode 234: The advantages of using metal ceilings in transport infrastructure hubs
Transport infrastructure projects, such as airports and railway stations, are complex buildings with demanding requireme...
Episode 183: Llewellyn Regler and Matthew O'Neill on flammable cladding, condensation, the NCC and what's next for the building industry
Llewellyn Regler is the National Technical Manager for facades at Network Architectural. He helps to ensure that all pro...
Sustainability Awards
A declaration is a disclosure, not a sustainability guarantee: Network Architectural debunks the EPD myth
EPDs are often mistaken for sustainability guarantees, but Network Architectural warns this is a dangerous myth. They ar...
Specifying sustainable aluminium: Understanding the real environmental footprint of facade materials with LCA
LCA helps architects see beyond assumptions about aluminium cladding. From embodied carbon to recyclability, verified EP...
Zero-carbon aluminium: Distant dream or inevitable reality? Network Architectural weighs in
Aluminium’s zero-carbon future is no longer a distant dream. Network Architectural’s Steven Fraser outlines how recyclin...
Reaching for the stars: Sustainability trends in large commercial architecture
Large commercial buildings have long been powerful symbols of corporate success. But they're much more than that – they’...
Why enter the Commercial Architecture Large category at the Sustainability Awards 2025
Sustainability is now a core principle in commercial architecture, with businesses and developers increasingly prioritis...
Q&A with Steven Fraser, Ceiling Systems Manager at Network Architectural
As the demand for sustainable building solutions intensifies, metal ceilings are becoming increasingly popular. With the...
The butterfly effect at Changi Airport Terminal 3: Ingenious design takes flight with durlum’s dynamic ceiling and light modulation system
Singapore's Changi Airport, designed by SOM and CPG Corporation, exemplifies cutting-edge airport design. Terminal 3 fea...
Weathering the storm: ALPOLIC's role in creating resilient architecture for changing climate
Now, more than ever, the choices architects and designers make regarding materials, construction techniques, and overall...
Sustainability trends in large commercial architecture
While large commercial projects might lack the nimble adaptability of smaller-scale ventures, they have the robustness a...
