Innholdsfortegnelse for December 2020/January 2021 i Architecture Au Products

The Sustainable Buildings Research Centre in North Wollongong makes a bold statement about material choice and conceptual design, while achieving the Illawarra’s first six-star Green Star Building rating. It is also the first building in Australia to be accredited under the Living Building Challenge. The design takes into account the coastal and bush surroundings, while using a selection of materials – including insulated steel panels and steel railway tracks – to create an aesthetic and unique character. In the high-bay lab, the roof is divided into two discrete sections. Each features a different colour, Surfmist® and Whitehaven®, both chosen for their high solar reflectance and thermal performance. The project was unified by the use of COLORBOND® steel, which is durable and resilient – like the natural environment. COLORBOND® steel incorporates…

WoodWall: innovation, beauty and flexibility Innovative WoodWall is a unique, high-quality, prefinished, real timber veneer surface from Elton Group that combines state-of-the-art technology with skilful crafting. This ultra-thin veneer delivers the maximum yield from raw material: one log of wood produces approximately three times more WoodWall veneers, with minimal waste, than average timber veneers. Delivered in roll form, WoodWall is flexible and ready to apply directly to almost any surface. By heightening user experiences and aligning with biophilic principles, WoodWall authentically and sustainably transforms spaces with the beauty of real timber. eltongroup.com Schlage Omnia: a smart lock for modern living The new Schlage Omnia fire-rated smart lock provides apartment owners convenient access, security, smart technology and style while meeting the current fire and accessibility requirements needed for modern Australian living.…

When designing this stunning holiday home, architect Paul Clarke from Studio2 Architects aimed to create an inviting space for the clients and their extended family while maximizing the connection to the beautiful Mount Maunganui on New Zealand’s North Island. “The idea was to create an enjoyable, fun family holiday destination which made the most of the site, the sun and the view,” he says. “In doing that, we tipped the plan upside down in a way — we put the kitchen/dining on the second level, which gives a connection to the harbour and the mount.” Timber plays an important role in the design of the sunny upper floor, which features eye-catching gable ceilings, walls in cedar, and oak flooring with a kwila insert. For cabinetry and furniture, Big River Plytech…

Trekker composite decking by Havwoods Durable and low-maintenance, Trekker composite decking is a modern alternative to traditional solid timber decking. Trekker is anti-rot, anti-warp and simple to maintain. Made in Europe in an environmentally conscious facility from recycled wood and virgin polymer, Havwoods’ Trekker Decking is fully recyclable. It will not host the growth of algae and is therefore anti-slip. It is also anti-splinter; with no health and safety issues, Trekker Decking is ideally suited to commercial areas as well as private decks. Samples are available. havwoods.com/au/news/why-trekker-composite-decking-is-the-best Precinct bench from Landmark Products The high-density polyethylene (HDPE) Precinct bench and table by Furphy Foundry are made from environmentally friendly recycled plastics. Resistant to mould, bacteria and mildew, this low-maintenance, sturdy material is expected to have a service life that surpasses that…

Smooth-rolling Brio Open Rail range The Open Rail range has several styles to suit any commercial or residential setting. The round rail systems operate timber or glass panels of up to 100 kg in weight, and the top-fix and face-fix options use sealed precision bearings and nylon inlaid tyres to ensure that the hardware slides smoothly for a lifetime. The Open Square Rail hardware uses exposed, precision bearings and 304 stainless steel strap fixings, which offer a distinctive, industrial aesthetic for any contemporary interior. Brio also offers a flat bar system, which is ideal for barn doors up to 80 kg in weight and 1.25 metres wide. architectureau.com/product-selector/brio-open-rail CRL Clear Space accessible shower system The CRL Clear Space shower system uses a unique top-door guide that produces an industry-first elliptical…

Eat Drink Design Awards winners announced Tending toward the wistful and nostalgic, the winners of the 2020 Eat Drink Design Awards include a soft yet grand Footscray cafe, a hotel that playfully engages with its Art Deco history and a futuristic Haymarket food court. Best Bar Design winner Leigh Street Wine Room by Studio-Gram, which created a striking archway to unite the space’s two levels, received jury accolades for its “timeless European style” and “immediately welcoming vibe.” Osteria Tedesca by Cox Architecture was one of two winners of Best Restaurant Design. Situated in the Red Hill Victorian wine region, the project was praised by the jury for being “very now: genuine, grounded and thoughtful.” The Eat Drink Design Awards are organized by Architecture Media and achieved with the support of…