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    News Archive for May 2017

    Paarhammer Manufacturer of the Year – Small Business

    Paarhammer Windows has been awarded ‘Manufacturer of the Year – Small Business’ 2017 by the Victorian State Government.


    Gran Associates warm hospital waiting room with timber slats and beams

    At the Fertility & Research Centre (FRC) in the Royal Women’s Hospital at Randwick NSW, timber ceilings and screens by SUPAWOOD create warmth in the reception and waiting area.


    Report on low carbon built environment finds Australia needs to do more

    A report by the Cooperative Research Centre for Low Carbon Living (CRCLCL) has found Australia’s energy efficiency policy and regulation is not keeping up with market realities and best practices in other OECD countries.


    Remedial work at heritage correctional centre uses Peel Away to remove lead paint

    The Norma Parker Correctional Centre in Parramatta is currently going through remedial and restoration works.


    How Locker Group’s woven wire can be used in fun, unconventional projects

    Wire mesh is widely used in a range of architectural applications, both structural and aesthetic on buildings and public structures.


    Clever design and material selection create a standout home in Templestowe Lower

    Figr Architecture & Design combined a sophisticated material choice with a clever central courtyard to create a spectacular design outcome for a new home in Templestowe Lower, Victoria.


    ‘Liveable’ Sydney has clear winners and losers

    Sydney is frequently placed in the top ten of global “liveability” rankings. But despite the growing popularity of the buzzword liveability, questions remain about what it actually entails.


    Sunshine Coast hospital wins at regional architecture awards

    The Sunshine Coast University Hospital by Architectus Brisbane and HDR Rice Daubney has won the Gabriel Poole Award for Building of the Year at the 2017 Sunshine Coast Regional Architecture Awards.


    Brick tile flooring complements design palette at iconic Richmond hotel

    Ash Grey brick tiles from Robertson's Building Products Pty Ltd were among a range of products used in the renovation of The Corner Hotel in Richmond to help retain the iconic building’s original character.


    Central Coast to set up urban design watchdog

    Expressions of interest will soon be called for the formation of a Central Coast Council ‘Urban Design Panel’ to assist Council in delivering infrastructure and urban projects for the fast-growing Central Coast local government area (LGA).


    Austech adds Harvard Slate to ‘Hampton Style’ weatherboards

    ‘Hampton Style’ is a popular architectural style in Australia, chosen for its beauty and simplicity.


    Timber finish ceiling creates calm and inviting ambience at Geelong hospital

    Au.diPanel perforated timber panels from Atkar were installed on the ceiling at the St. John of God Hospital in Geelong to create a calm and inviting atmosphere in the clinical space.


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