Indholdsfortegnelse for February - March 2022 i Architecture Au Products

Referred to as a “colosseum of learning,” Smalls Road Primary School in Ryde, New South Wales was designed by Conrad Gargett and built by Richard Crookes Constructions. A 200-metre-wide open-air courtyard sits at the heart of the school, enclosed by flexible learning spaces, including a library and multipurpose sports facility. Originally, the design called for 230 tonnes of hot-rolled structural steel on the upper level. By reworking the design to incorporate light-gauge steel (LGS), Austruss eliminated almost 120 tonnes of steel from the build and shortened the project timeline. The majority of the LGS framing was fabricated off site, then assembled on site into large wall and roof modules. The modules were then craned into position. Austruss’ managing director, Andrew Fowler, said, “At the same time as concrete slabs were…

Feather-light functionality with MOVENTO Blum’s MOVENTO runner system brings optimal functionality to wooden furniture for all areas of the home. With the new load-bearing capacity of 70 kg at full extension, architects and designers can create modern and clean designs while also providing additional storage capacity for clients, with the same stability and reliability you know and trust from Blum. Complement MOVENTO with Blum’s motion technologies, ensuring your designs both look and feel sophisticated. Adaptive BLUMOTION soft-close ensures that wooden drawers close softly and effortlessly, and TIP-ON BLUMOTION combines seamless mechanical opening support with a gentle soft-close mechanism. The SERVO-DRIVE electrical opening support system provides a complete experience for the most luxurious designs. Help your clients create a polished experience by organizing everyday items with Blum’s inner-dividing system AMBIA-LINE. blum.com…

The Unico Pro provides stylish cooling without the bulky external unit. Designed and made in Italy, the air conditioner integrates into any space – inside and outside – as if it isn’t even there, letting you preserve the integrity of the design and clean lines of external walls. Ideal for apartments, townhouses, heritage buildings or projects where body corporate regulations restrict the use of outdoor compressor units, Unico Pro is also constructed from state-of-the-art soundproofing materials so it’s quiet enough for bedrooms and won’t spoil the peace outside either. With the Unico Pro you can design outside the unsightly external box, and help your clients make the most of their outdoor courtyards and balconies. The slim-profile unit can be placed high or low on the wall, giving you even more…

Terrazzo stone tiles and slabs – Carrara Nero Architects and designers can evoke a timeless style with Carrara Nero terrazzo, a stone that fits into any space or colour scheme. With subtle tones to create a light appearance, the stone is punctuated with bold black aggregate to create texture. Terrazzo comprises a variety of aggregates, tones and colours to create natural patterns. Used in some of the most demanding environments, terrazzo suits both residential and commercial projects because it is easy to install and low maintenance. selector.com/terrazzo-stone-tiles-and-slabs-carrara-nero Item 20 Enquire at productnews.com.au Kit-form pre-engineered park shelters Landmark Products offers a range of kit-form pre-engineered shelters for public use. The shelters are designed to suit a variety of environments. Landmark can assist clients in modifying a standard shelter, or developing a…

Vinyl floor drainage by Stormtech This innovative drain allows for a linear grate to be used in vinyl floor environments. Designed for drainage needs in hospitals, commercial kitchens and schools, the VC range of drain units is manufactured from 316 marine-grade stainless steel. The VC100-42 has a 60 degree slope on the side walls, to reduce stress on the vinyl and increase the life of the flooring surface. stormtech.com.au/products/vc100-42 Item 08 Enquire at productnews.com.au Plank, chevron and herringbone timber boards The Havwoods Luxe collection delivers quality engineered timber flooring in a range of matching planks, as well as chevron and herringbone blocks. The versatile colours and patterns make Luxe boards perfect for statement floors, walls, ceilings, cabinetry and joinery in just about any interior space. The Luxe boards are all…

The Australian Interior Design Awards, running for the 19th year in 2022, recognize and celebrate interior design excellence via a credible, industry-based program backed by the Design Institute of Australia. This year the shortlist will be announced online on 30 March, and the awards will be presented at a gala dinner on Friday 17 June at Sydney’s Hyatt Regency. There are seven Primary Categories, and projects can be entered into more than one: Retail Design, Hospitality Design, Workplace Design, Public Design, Installation Design, Residential Design and Residential Decoration. There are also two Optional Categories: Emerging Interior Design Practice and Award for Sustainability Advancement. Consideration for Best of State Awards (Residential and Commercial), Best International Design Award and the overall Premier Award for Australian Interior Design is automatic. The Australian Interior…