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25.01.2022 Miniaturisation and increasingly efficient and affordable lighting technologies have expanded the architectural design palette available to designers and architects around the world. As a result, facades are now reflecting imagination and creativity through lighting that was once a thing of dreams. Here are sone of our favourite over the last 12 months. #architecture #efficientlighting #theskyisthelimit

24.01.2022 A big congratulations to @unstudio_architecture and @coxarchitecture for winning Melbournes landmark Southbank Precinct overhaul. Their vision for the $2 billion project includes a pair of twisted towers called Green Spine. As the largest single-phase project in the history of Victoria, Australia, the Green Spine is designed as a state-of-the-art, mixed-use environment centered around innovation in architecture and design.... Green Spine will feature greenery and outdoor spaces realised in natural materials, while the towers other glazed facades will punctuated by french balconies towards the base, transitioning to shading fins as the building rises. A residential tower soars to 356 meters, crowned by a publicly-accessible Future Botanic Garden, while a hotel and office tower reaches 252 meters. Green Spine will stand more than 30 metres higher than Australias tallest building the 322.5-metre high Q1 tower in Gold Coast, and 50 metres higher than the Eureka Tower Melbournes current tallest building. #melbourne #architecture #greeneryinthecity #worldbeaters

22.01.2022 To celebrate the upcoming Earth Day 2018 on the 22nd April, we thought wed share some incredible pictures of our planet. The emphasis this year is to End Plastic Pollution. We all live together on this amazing planet and we can all do our part to make a change. #earthday2018 #EndPlasticPollution #incredibleplanet #australianlandscapes https://www.earthday.org/end-plastic-pollution-petition/... 1. The Earth May 18, 1969 - Apollo 10 2. Lord Howe Island NSW 3. Great Barrier Reef, Qld 4. Wave Rock, WA 5. Lake MacDonnell, SA

21.01.2022 A big congratulations to The Sydney Opera House for having become carbon neutral five years ahead of schedule. For reducing its carbon dioxide emissions through efficiencies in waste and energy management, the Opera House was awarded certification from the Australian Governments National Carbon Offset Standard (NCOS). Key milestones in the Opera Houses road to carbon neutral status included reducing electricity use by 14 percent from baseline, and increasing waste recycling... rate from 25 percent to 60 percent. Photo Credits: @harleyb.nichollsphotography & @sydneyoperahouse #operahouse #photography #architecture #gogreen

21.01.2022 One important aspect of maximising passive solar design is to take advantage of the northern-aspect sun through the cooler winter months while still being able to achieve effective shading in the hotter months. A great way to do this is to incorporate adjustable shading around your home. The new and increasingly affordable methods of shading are allowing home owners to get effective, adjustable shading which are increasing the overall efficiency of their homes. #northernsun #solarpergola #passivedesign #energytips

20.01.2022 The Chicago Athenaeum: Museum of Architecture and Design, together with The European Center for Architecture Art Design and Urban Studies and Metropolitan Arts Press, have organised The International Architecture Awards as a way in which to honor the best, significant new buildings, landscape architecture, and planning projects designed and/or built around the worlds leading architects, landscape architects, and urban planners practicing nationally and internationally. This ...gives an important global overview of the current aesthetic direction of todays commercial, corporate, institutional, and residential work to the real estate, banking, business, and corporate community, as well as to the press and general public worldwide. This years program honors new (2017-2020) corporate, institutional, commercial, residential architecture, interiors, and urban planning, designed for both built and unbuilt projects alike. We are so proud that Australian architectures won in several categories in such a prestigious award program. For the full list of 2019 winners head to www.internationalarchitectureawards.com/winners/ Here are some of our top favourites from the community, exposition and transportation centre categories. Let us know in the comments which is your favourite! Sengkang Riverside Park Large Childcare Centre | Singapore, Republic of Singapore | 2018 Bunjil Place | Narre Warren, Victoria, Australia | 2017 Shelter for Victims of Domestic Violence | Near Location Tel Aviv-Yafo, Israel | 2018 Museum Garage | Miami, Florida, USA | 2018 The Future of Us Pavilion at Gardens by the Bay | Singapore, Republic of Singapore | 2015 #architecture #winners #australianarchitecture #internationalarchitectureawards2019 #wow

19.01.2022 Geospatial scientist Sisi Zlatanova, a leading expert in 3D mapping of public space, will join UNSWs Faculty of Built Environment in January to set up the Universitys first Geospatial Information Centre. The objective of the new research centre is to advance the data of buildings in Sydney to the third dimension, in order to improve accessibility, safety and emergency response procedures of urban structures in Sydney. The first projects will look at navigation between indoor and outdoor space, how people enter and exit buildings, 3D analysis of shadowing, and underground infrastructure, including pipelines, cables and electric wiring. #mappingthefuture #architecture #sydney

19.01.2022 The entries for the Think Brick Awards 2019 are closing soon. These awards have encouraged architects to push boundaries and reimagine the application of masonry in contemporary design. The program rewards innovation and craftsmanship in masonry, recognising the important contributions that architects, builders, bricklayers and manufacturers make to the process of creating outstanding residential and commercial projects. Entries are open from 19th November 2018 to 3rd May 201...9, and the @thinkbrickaustralia gala awards dinner will be held on 15th August 2019 at Crown Palladium, Melbourne. To celebrate the entrants creative designs, weve showcased some previous years entries showing the amazing possibilities of brickwork. #thinkbrick #architecture #thinkbrickawards2019 #bricks #blocks #thermalmass

19.01.2022 Spotlight: Yagan Square, Perth Winner of the 2019 National Architecture Award - The Colorbond Award for Steel Architecture. The careful consideration of the material palette in the redevelopment of Yagan Square by tells the story of Western Australia, producing images of the mining heritage and the unique gorges & deserts.... This new space has provided a culturally enriching access through the heart of Pert, a chance to relax and an excellent venue for events such as Fringe. Did you know, Yagan Square was named for Yagan, an Indigenous warrior from the Nyoongar Nation who was killed in the resistance movement against white settlement along the Swan River in 1833. The digital tower at the entrance to Yagan Square includes fourteen delicate steel "reeds" that represent the sites original wetlands and the fourteen language groups of the Nyoongar nation. Have you visited Yagan Square lately? #nationalarchitectureawards2019 #winner #australianarchitecture #steelwork #australianheritage #yagansquare Photo Credit: Peter Bennetts @ Yagan Square

19.01.2022 Energy Saving Tips Series With energy bills ever increasing we thought wed share some simple and easy ways to reduce the bulls and keep more money in your pocket for the things you actually want! Tip 1: Set the fridge just right.... Every degree lower a fridge or freezer is set uses 5% more energy. Ideally, set the fridge between 3 to 4C and the freezer between -15 to -18C. Speaking of fridges, Berlin-based artist Ralf Schmerberg constructed a giant igloo make from 322 old refrigerators to raise awareness of the need for increased energy efficiency. #fridgloo #sometimesitsthesmallthings #energytips

18.01.2022 Now that our amazing Australian Summer is finally here, its a great reminder if you are building or renovating, to check the U and SHGC values of the windows youre installing with your building designer to see how these values can have a huge impact on the efficiency of your home. #notallwindowsarecreatedequal #awa #energysavingtips

17.01.2022 Happy Australia Day! #australiaday #australiaisthebest #luckycountry #blessed

17.01.2022 Over the next few weeks, we will be sharing an overview of how we can assist builders, future home-buyers or renovators in making the most out of your design choices to optimise thermal comfort, lower energy bills & greenhouse gas emissions. Thermal comfort is achieved if most occupants do not require any artificial heating or cooling to feel comfortable with the current temperature in the dwelling. Hello, cheaper power bills! Design objectives and responses are unique to eac...h of the eight main climate zones in Australia as defined by the National Construction Code. The following provides a brief description of each NCC climate zone as pictured: Climate zone 1 - high humidity summer, warm winter Climate zone 2 - warm humid summer, mild winter Climate zone 3 - hot dry summer, warm winter Climate zone 4 - hot dry summer, cool winter Climate zone 5 - warm temperate Climate zone 6 - mild temperate Climate zone 7 - cool temperate Climate zone 8 - alpine NatHERS divides these climate zones even further into 69 regions which are built into all NatHERS accredited software and are important for accurately calculating the thermal performance of homes modelled with the software. Passive design utilises natural sources such as the sun and cooling breezes in combination with the orientation of your building on its site, shading, insulation and the design of the building itself including the roof, walls, windows and floors. Stay tuned as we explore the different effects of design choices on your thermal comfort. #thermalcomfort #energyefficiency #energyadvanceau

17.01.2022 @dezeen have recently released their Top 10 houses of 2017. We thought wed share some -for your enjoyment. See more at dezeen.com/architecture #architecture #amazingdesigns

16.01.2022 Deciding on a roof colour and material has a significant impact on the appearance of a house. When we assess a building, these choices can have a surprising amount of impact on the thermal performance. In the hotter climate zones from the North Coast of NSW upwards, a light coloured roof will provide heat reflection resulting in greater thermal performance of the household where lowering the cost of cooling is the priority. Whereas southern states have the primary concern of ...heating in Winter, a dark coloured roof is desired to help soak up the suns heat and release heat into the evenings. While this is fairly common knowledge that dark absorbs heat and light reflects it, the type of roof and insulation you select also plays an important role. Tiled roofing allow for air leakage and water & dust vapour to flow into the roof space, which decreases the effectiveness of ceiling insulation and can cause condensation problems later on. However, it also provides greater sound insulation, radiates heat when the temperate drops and has a greater lifespan especially in coastal zones in comparison to steel. Products like roof sarking can be installed to protect from the wind & heavy rain, improve thermal performance and help your house resist bushfire ember attack. Colorbond roofs have a wider range of light colours, lower minimum roof pitches and are sealed against air and rain, providing higher protection especially if you are building in a bushfire prone area and greatly reduce air leakage. Heat also dissapates quicker with a Colorbond roof, which will impact differently according to your climate zone goals. Anticon and other roof blankets can be added to metal roofing to reduce any condensation, increase the roofs acoustic & thermal performance and fire resistance. With so many styles, colours and upgrades available, one easy way to decide is this: Do you like the sound of rain on a tin roof?

15.01.2022 The Wooden Age is here! With advancing building technologies coupled with the versatility, efficiency and sustainability of timber; incredible designs and structures using timber are popping up around the world. Including the proposed 80-storey River Beech Tower in Chicago. Here are a few that have inspired us. #architecture #thewoodenage #sustainabletimber

15.01.2022 Clear solar panel windows are the future thanks to this Aussie company! Perth based company ClearVue has developed technology allowing visible light to pass through a pane of glass, while the invisible wavelengths of light are deflected to the edges of the glass where they are converted into electricity. Researchers from Edith Cowan University are conducting scientific-technical study on the global-first clear solar glass structure at the Warwick Grove Shopping Centre in Pert...h. The Northern entrance door atrium has been updated with 18 ClearVue PV triple-glazed low-e power generating IGU panels which are providing power for lighting in the atrium and outside signage, with leftover energy charging a battery. Our technology presents a paradigm shift in the way glass will be used in building construction, automobiles, agriculture and specialty products. Glass will no longer be just a component of construction but also a renewable energy resource. - Victor Rosenberg, Executive Chairman Solar energy could power the entire world, but it accounts for only 0.2%, with the bulk of the worlds energy requirement being met by non renewable resources at 78%. With businesses and individuals across the globe looking for new ways to reduce their carbon footprint and harvest renewable energy sources, this technology could transform the way the world uses glass in residential and commercial buildings. #renewableenergy #solar #clearvue #futureofenergy #australia #innovation

14.01.2022 An #Australian architect (Allen Jack + Cottier (AJ+C)) has taken out one of the worlds top design prizes with a Sydney redevelopment plan. Read more domain.com.au.

14.01.2022 Buildings can be beautiful works of art, too.

13.01.2022 Spotlight: The Exchange, Sydney This dynamic new design of The Exchange by Japanese architect Kengo Kuma has recently been revealed in Darling Square, Sydney. It uses 20,000 metres of wood over six storeys to create this stunning exterior. The Exchange will be a civic space offering a new City of Sydney Library, an Innovation Exchange, a ground floor market hall, childcare centre, and a rooftop bar and restaurant with views over The Chinese Garden of Friendship, Cockle Bay an...d Tumbalong Park. #kengokuma #TheExchange #DarlingSquare #CityOfSydney #UrbanArchitecture Photo Credit: Martin Mischkulnig

13.01.2022 The last of our favourite winners from the International Architecture Awards in the multi-family housing & private home categories. From lush greenery to strong lines, these are an excellent showcase of the abilities of our worldwide designers. Looking forward to the future to see what else can be achieved. For the full list of 2019 winners head to www.internationalarchitectureawards.com/winners/... Waverley | Palo Alto, California, USA | 2018 Ring House | Agia Galini, Crete, Greece | 2016 Russky Dom (Russian House) Residential Complex | St. Petersburg, Russia | 2018 Lake Garden Co-Housing | Johor, Malaysia | 2018 Cloister House |Johor Bahru, Malaysia | 2017 Areia | Al Khiran, Kuwait | 2017 Lune De Sang Pavilion | Northern Tablelands, New South Wales, Australia | 2017 #architecture #winners #australianarchitecture #internationalarchitectureawards2019

12.01.2022 More of our favourite winners from the International Architecture Awards in the commercial & corporate buildings, skyscrapers and schools & universities categories. For the full list of 2019 winners head to www.internationalarchitectureawards.com/winners/ French International School | Hong Kong, SAR | 2018 Senzoku Gakuen College of Music White Castle | Kawasaki-shi, Kanakgawa, Japan | 2018 Congregate-Dorm of Vamkes Building Industrialization Research Centre | Dongguan, China... | 2018 Le Architecture | Nangang District, Taipei City, Taiwan | 2016 Synergy, CSIRO Acton, ACT, Australia | 2017 Federation Tower | Moscow, Russia | 2017 Vieira De Almeida & Associados Offices| Lisbon, Portugal | 2017 See more

11.01.2022 Thousands of South Australian households now have access to $100 million in State Government subsidies to pay for the installation of home battery systems. The Scheme will directly reduce electricity costs for the 40,000 households that purchase a subsidised household energy storage system. The installation of the systems will reduce demand on the network (especially at peak periods) and lower prices for all South Australians.... The subsidy varies according to the size of the battery and is capped at a maximum $6,000. A home battery system allows you to store excess power generated from your solar panel installation for later use. This means, for example, that if you are out during the day, you could store unused power in your battery and then draw on it in the evening. By doing this you save money on your energy costs and bills. It also helps to reduce demand on the electricity grid. #solarpower #yourhomeisapowerplant #thewayofthefuture

11.01.2022 Just like sunscreen on your skin, the exterior colours you choose for your home can have a big impact on how much energy it absorbs and reflects through solar absorptance. Lighter colours have a lower solar absorptance factor and keep your house cooler during the hotter months. #energysmart #energytips #lightnbright #solarabsorptanceisathing

10.01.2022 Building codes, a set of minimum requirements for building design, construction and operation to protect public health, safety and the natural resources that sustain us, help us "build it right" at the beginning when it matters most. energyadvance.com.au

10.01.2022 The CSIRO had launched a new data portal to track residential energy efficiency progress to support the next wave of sustainable homes as part of the national science agencys centralising of a vast amount of energy efficiency data that will underpin key decision making, training and awareness. Around 11.4% of Australias emissions can be attributed to households, and with construction continuing at a steady pace, the AHD Portal can pinpoint where energy efficiency efforts ...are on track, and where they may need increased focus. The Nationwide House Energy Rating Scheme (NatHERS), a measurement and compliance system for energy efficiency administered by the Australian Government, has provided the data for the portal. 195,000 new homes were built in Australia in the past year; Overall, Australian homes are increasing in size, with an average floor area of 132 m2 (this includes houses and apartments); The average newly-constructed home had an energy rating of 6.2 stars. This is an improvement since the introduction of star ratings in 2001, when the average home was estimated at 1.8 Stars. This translates to an annual saving of approximately $560 in energy bills and 2.3 tonnes of CO2 equivalent (tCO2-e) in greenhouse emissions per house. #energyefficiency #nathers #green #anotherstepforward

07.01.2022 The 2019 National Architecture Award winners have been announced, with this outstanding creation taking out the Eleanor Cullis-Hill Award for Residential Architecture - Houses (Alterations and Additions). The Terrarium House by John Ellway was originally a single-bedroom timber cottage located in inner Brisbane and has been transformed into a delightful home with space for guests and rich greenery mixed with beautiful use of glazing. The sophisticated handling of architecture..., natural light and vegetation show the endless possibilities for the future of residential design. #nationalarchitectureawards2019 #winner #australianarchitecture #je_terrariumhouse #green #sustainableliving Photo Credits: @toby_scott

06.01.2022 One of the most common building code violations made are found in restroom ventilation systems. #facts

05.01.2022 There are so many examples of stunning architecture around the world that are testaments to humanitys creativity and ambition. But not every imaginative design comes to fruition. In fact, some of the most unique and inspirational architecture in history never made it off the drawing board. Here are seven city structures that you might not be able to visit but can finally see brought to life in all their glory. ... 1. The Triumphant Elephant (Paris, France) Everyone who has ever visited Paris has seen the famous Arc de Triomphe but it almost looks dull compared to what could have stood in its place. In 1758, architect Charles Ribert drew up imaginative plans to build a giant elephant, which visitors could climb into via a spiral staircase. 2. The Illinois (Chicago, USA) Frank Lloyd Wright went above and beyond with his Chicago tower proposal, produced around 1957. The mile-high tower was expected to provide housing for over 100,000 people, fitting almost 20,000 cars and 180 helicopters. 3. The Walking City (London, England) City designs dont come much more futuristic than Ron Herrons Walking City, which was published in the mid-1960s. The buildings were pods on legs, which would be artificially intelligent and able to walk to wherever they were needed, even connecting with other cities, if necessary. 4. Hotel Attraction (New York, USA) Antoni Gaudis magical architecture can be seen all around Barcelona, and in the early 20th century, a couple of businessmen from the Big Apple wanted to bring some to their city. Gaudi designed Hotel Attraction, with conical towers and a star-shaped sphere. #whatcouldvebeen #bizarrouniverse #architecture #amazingimaginations Credit: @OnStrideFinancial

05.01.2022 Congratulations to @caseybrownarchitecture for taking out the prestigious @germandesigncouncils German Design Award for the stunning form and synchronicity of design with the Australian bush of the Crackenback Stables. The prize is the fifth received by Casey Brown Architects for Crackenback Stables. #amazingaustralia #worldbeaters

04.01.2022 Loving the new office feels! #citiusaltiusfortius #nextlevel

04.01.2022 Taking into account features such as the sun and wind is important when deciding where to position your home. Homes should face north or as close to north in all climates except tropical areas. This gives the structure the most exposure to the beneficial winter sun, and walls and windows can be easily shaded during the summer months. The NatHERS software tool allows for variation in shading cast by eaves, pergolas and surrounding buildings year round. Solar access is how much... your north windows and roof get sun exposure. Windows that face the north allow greater solar access, making your home warmer in the winter months. Is it most beneficial for the living, dining and kitchen areas to have north facing windows. The ability to chose a location for the dwelling with a clear space in front of your north windows is affected by the size and shape of the lot. Preserving this area north of the windows is vital to providing good solar access to the north windows. Windows allow natural light, views, and fresh air. They can also improve thermal comfort year-round if they are well-planned. North facing windows with effective solar access can diminish winter warming bills by up to 25%, and outer shading can obstruct 80% of summer heat increase through windows. Winter heat loss can be minimised through double or low-e glazing, while summer heat gain can be minimised by external shading and suitable sizing & placement of windows.

03.01.2022 @sustainabilityvictoria have released their Energy Smart Housing Manual to help home owners, builders and designers construct homes that comply, or exceed, the minimum 6 Star Standard set by the National Construction Code. This powerful resource will help prospective home builders, renovators, builders, local councils and students be across all aspects of smart home design and application. A fantastic way for everyone to be in the know when it comes to sustainability and smar...t home design! Photo Credit: @thesociableweaverhomes incredible 10 Star Home Housing Manual Link: https://www.sustainability.vic.gov.au//Energy-Smart-Housin #sustainability #sustainableliving#sustainabilitymatters #stateofthefuture#betterliving #energyefficiency

03.01.2022 Perth company @clearvuetechnologieslimited has developed world-first clear solar-glass. This breakthrough is a potential game-change to solar harvesting not just in Australia but around the globe. The glass is embedded with nanoparticles that work to draw out 90 per cent of the ultraviolet (UV) and infrared rays from the sun, and transfer those rays to solar cells embedded on the edge of the glass panels. The rays are converted into energy, while allowing 70 per cent of visib...le light to pass through. One square metre of the glass can produce up to 30 watts of power. With further R&D, they expect generation to reach 50W per square metre. Combining this technology with the advancements in solar batteries and existing roof-top PV Cells could eventually turn every Australian home into a mini Solar Power-Station. #solarpower #thefutureisbright

01.01.2022 Decreasing our Carbon Footprint Energy Tip 2: Energy Vampire Devices Despite decreasing 68 per cent in the past decade, standby power is responsible for 5.9 per cent of Australias total residential electricity consumption. ... According to the Department of Industry, Innovation and Science, standby power consumption costs the average household almost $100 per year. In addition to the standby cost, these hungry devices are also responsible for almost 2.6 million tonnes of carbon dioxide emissions per year. The Takeaway? Even though it may be a hassle, switch you applicances off at the wall when not in use. Developing this simple habit could drastically reduce your monthly bills. PS: As a standby button is not the most visually exciting image in the world, we thought wed share some inspiriing drone shots from around our beautiful country. #energytips #australia #inspiration #droneshots

01.01.2022 With Christmas almost upon us, we thought wed share our top ways to save a little money on your energy bills and have a positive impact on the environment over the holiday period: Replace your old lights with LED. They use 70% less energy than traditional bulbs and last longer. Solar and battery operated lights are becoming increasingly popular and are ideal for those places where you dont have access to a socket. Putting your lights on a timer or is a great option too.... Limit the times you open your oven door. We know its tempting to keep having a peek at your Christmas ham, but keep the oven door shut as much as you can. Its also a good idea to make large batches of food in advance. Dont put the oven on just to make a few mince pies - stick something else in there with them too. If you are using the stove, keeping a lid on pots uses up to 70% less energy. Use the BBQ whenever possible Plan to cook and eat outdoors as much as possible during the holiday period. Itll help reduce energy costs and provide a great festive atmosphere. When youre indoors try to keep the temperature somewhere close to 25 degrees, as each degree of cooling can add up to 10% to your running costs. Defrosting and freezing food Defrost food naturally overnight rather than relying on the microwave to do the job and allow warm foods to cool down before sticking them in the fridge and the freezer. Switching off appliances Dont forget to switch appliances off at the wall when youre not using them or before you go away for the holidays. Despite decreasing 68 per cent in the past decade, standby power is responsible for 5.9 per cent of Australias total residential electricity consumption. #christmasiscoming #energyefficiency #christmaslights

01.01.2022 We live on an amazingly beautiful planet! In order to keep it this way, it pays to be thoughtful of the impact we can have with our surroundings. Keeping this in mind when designing and constructing our homes will allow it to flourish for generations to come. #brightfuture #amazingplanetearth #smartsustainability