Author: Tim McDonald
How a Melbourne builder cracked the prefab code to deliver architecturally-led homes in a fraction of the traditional time. When five terraces suddenly appeared in Stockland’s Highlands estate in Melbourne’s north, neighbours may have wondered from whence they came. The answer, according to Kincaid chief operating officer, Joel Martin, lies in a manufacturing philosophy that […]
From lobby to back-of-house, BRITA’s Commercial Grade dispenser range is helping facility managers cut costs, reduce waste and raise the bar on amenity. Across hotels, corporate offices and shared workspaces, the humble hydration point has become a surprisingly powerful measure of how well a building is managed. Guests notice it, staff expect it, and sustainability […]
A privately-funded foundation by architect Carey Lyon will support research, publications and residencies for Melbourne’s design community. Founded as a way of giving back to the city that shaped his career, the Naarm Architecture Foundation (NAF) by prominent architect Carey Lyon officially launches on Tuesday 16 June as a charitable organisation dedicated to promoting discussion […]
A bold New Zealand build proves that electrical fittings can carry as much design weight as any bespoke fixture. Project overview Location: Lake Taupō, New Zealand’s Central North Island, Builder: Design Builders, Electrical fittings: Clipsal Solis T Series (Ebony Aluminium, White Ceramic, Brushed Brass toggles), smart home integration: Clipsal Wiser The brief Situated near the […]
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