Art of entrance control: Benefits of speedgates for commercial environments & public spaces
Art of entrance control: Benefits of speedgates for commercial environments & public spaces
For architects and designers, designing a secure building entrance is as much about enhancing the user experience as it ...
Human-centric lighting: Lighting integration options for metal ceilings
The design of lighting goes beyond just visual appeal; it profoundly influences our mental and physical health. Overlook...
Insulation solutions for retail, hospitality and entertainment: A holistic and sustainable approach to enhancing customer experience
Whether you are designing a sprawling shopping centre, an opulent hotel, or a new cinema complex, the physical environme...
Selection guide for thermally modified wood species
The diverse range of timber species available presents both opportunities and challenges, with significant variations in...
Insulation solutions for education: A holistic approach to designing and specifying education buildings for positive learning environments, sustainably
Numerous studies have linked environmental factors such as thermal comfort, indoor air quality and acoustics to health o...
Embodied carbon reduction challenge: Cutting through the greenwash to make better specification decisions
When it comes to reducing embodied carbon, we often concentrate on the building envelope and structure. However, the car...
Meeting seismic performance requirements in hospitals through efficient design
It is a common misconception that earthquakes do not affect Australia because the continent is situated in the middle of...
Harmony in wood: Exploring the biophilic advantages of timber and trends in the timber industry
Despite being used for thousands of years, we are only now understanding the power of timber's biophilic properties. The...
Insulation solutions for aged care: A holistic approach to designing and specifying healthy, human-centred buildings for people in care, sustainably
As we get older, our health needs become more complex. The modern aged care facility is designed to meet these needs, wi...
Insulation solutions for multi-residential buildings: A holistic approach to designing and specifying healthy and comfortable multi-residential living spaces, sustainably
With urban populations growing rapidly, multi-residential buildings offer an affordable style of housing for many Austra...
Insulation solutions for offices and warehouses: A holistic approach to designing and specifying for healthier commercial environments, sustainably
Workplace design and its effect on productivity and absenteeism have been topics of increasing discussion among architec...
Insulation solutions for healthcare: A holistic approach to designing and specifying for patient comfort, health and wellbeing, sustainably
The hospital is a structure that needs to be designed and constructed for the welfare of staff, patients, and visitors a...
A specifiers guide to custom wallcoverings: Enhancing commercial spaces
Printable with any design imaginable, custom wallcoverings stand out as an economical and adaptable means of creating un...
Industrial handrails for water industries: Guidance on material selection for durability, compliance
A rusted handrail is not only an eyesore, but it is also a safety risk. With the right materials, compliant handrails ca...
Guide to cleanroom flooring design
Cleanrooms are essential in a growing number of industries to safeguard manufacturing operations and the quality of comp...
Designing with acoustic ceiling baffles: A versatile solution for controlling noise and reverberation
The design of the ceiling holds considerable sway over the noise levels, reverberation times, and clarity of speech in a...
The colourful canvas: Exploring the importance and effects of floor colour
The influence of floor colour on building occupants is profound. As the largest surface area within an interior space, t...
Boreal beauty: A guide to Nordic softwood
Nordic softwood has gained recognition and popularity in Australia for its availability and accessibility, exceptional q...
Defining "luxury" in modern kitchen design
At its core, luxury is centred around the idea of exclusivity—the idea that only a very limited number of people will be...
Building in bushfire prone areas: A 2024 update
Better design planning against the threat of bushfires is an urgent issue in Australia due to the growing density and sp...
Building with polymer formwork: A guide to NCC fire compliance
With fire regulations continuously evolving, fire compliance is critical for building professionals. With new types of c...
Materials in fireplace design: Understanding the difference between non-combustible and heat-resistant materials
In modern Australian homes, fireplaces are a highly desired feature because of the natural fire element. It is this same...
Keep it cool: Evaluating the key elements of Rack Arm Louvre Systems
In order to achieve optimal thermal comfort and daylighting, modern commercial architecture uses a wide variety of exter...
Designing effective hydration solutions to optimise workplace wellness
“Employees with good physical and mental wellbeing (87%) are nearly 2.5 times more likely to be happy at work than those...
Wine cellaring at home: How to select a wine cabinet
Given Australia’s love for wine, it is not uncommon for consumers to have an extensive collection of wine at home. The p...
Thermally broken window and door systems
Thermally broken aluminium window systems deliver many advantages, most importantly improved thermal performance. The ad...
Cleanroom flooring: A specifier’s guide
Cleanrooms are essential spaces in many industries to safeguard manufacturing operations, ensure the integrity of scient...
Case study: The Fairview Project, Arncliffe, Sydney
Phil and Lina Strati, the creative minds behind Aesthetic Developments, dreamt of a modern Mediterranean oasis. Their vi...
Defining “luxury” in modern kitchen design
In the realm of kitchen design, the latest trends in high-end kitchen appliances are reshaping culinary spaces in new an...
Building the case: Modular construction methods in refurbishment projects
In recent years, the cost of refurbishment projects has increased dramatically, requiring architects, designers and buil...
Pathways to compliance: Understanding cladding and the requirements of the National Construction Code
The facade and cladding system is one of the most important aspects of a building from a design perspective. It is requi...
What makes a wall compliant? A specifier's guide
When designing and specifying wall systems, navigating the performance requirements of the National Construction Code an...
