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Property Council Awards 2013
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After three months of judging, the top commercial property development in the country has finally been revealed.
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James Hardie Building Products NZ
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Choosing the right architect and builders for your home or building project is an integral decision in the planning process. You want access to an informative and inspirational site with a list of quality professionals at your fingertips.
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NZIA
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Nineteen architectural projects ranging in scale from a big indoor sports centre in Wellington to a micro-bach on the Coromandel Peninsula have been acknowledged in this year's New Zealand Architecture Awards which were announced in Auckland on 24 May.
Read more here.
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Warren and Mahoney
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Previously little more than a backdrop to the suits that pass by, corporate art is set to take on a much higher profile, thanks to the refurbishment of the ANZ Centre in central Auckland, by Warren and Mahoney.
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Forman Building Systems
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Offices need a lighting system that ensures enough of the right kind of light for the people working within them, without wasting precious resources.
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Woodhead
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Australian architecture firm Woodhead has won the bid to be the lead designer for the new terminal at Soekarno Hatta International Airport in Jakarta.
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Blanco
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As they say, a craftsman is only as good as his tools, which is why it’s so important to have quality equipment in the kitchen.
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Jawa Structures
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Preserving mature trees while undertaking significant structural works was one challenge of the Hurstmere Green project.
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ECC Lighting & Furniture
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What does the Auckland War Memorial Museum have in common with the Piazza Duomo in Florence, the Cathedral of Resurrection in St Petersburg and the National Museum in Beijing?
Read more here.
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One World Observatory
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At 190m, standing on the Sky Tower’s observation deck is enough to give anyone wobbly knees. Imagine then, a viewing platform more than 380m above Manhattan.
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SmartPlace SoMa
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It seems the time may have come – in housing, at least – to start thinking small again.
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WAF Awards
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An award that gives architects and designers the opportunity to present their work live to an international jury and receive international recognition for their work is now open for entry.
Read more here.
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Baxter Design Group
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They say children perform best in a stimulating environment. If that’s the case, the pupils at Remarkables Primary School in Queenstown are set to have bright futures, thanks to some clever landscape design.
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After much discussion, listening, planning, refinement and feedback the Diocese of Christchurch and the Church Property Trustees have developed three design options for the Cathedral – a back-to-foundations restoration, traditional or contemporary version.
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Architects, landscape architects, interior designers and other design professionals are invited to submit their best work using timber for the Intergrain Timber Vision Awards.
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There has never been a better time for prefab, says Dr Helen Anderson of the Productivity Partnership http://www.buildingvalue.co.nz/, an industry and government joint venture working on raising construction sector productivity.
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A new sports stadium, designed by ARM Architecture, and featuring brightly coloured cubes on its curved outer facade, appears as a mirage –shimmering and rippling – in the desert-like landscape of Port Hedland, WA.
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Draft plans have been announced for Westhaven to ensure it remains a premier marina facility and that it will always be a welcoming place where Aucklanders can explore, relax and spend time.
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A new scheme is being developed to measure and rate the energy performance of New Zealand office buildings.
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Japanese architect Shigeru Ban’s cardboard cathedral, a temporary structure for the people of Christchurch, is rising steadily from the ground, and is due to be completed in April.
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New Zealand landscape architects will have an opportunity to share knowledge around the increasingly challenging issues facing local and global environments in Auckland this April.
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When architect Martin Galloway, of Integrated Development Solutions Ltd, was tasked with the upgrade of the Matamata College gymnasium his main concerns lay with improving the building’s seismic standards and its overall useability.
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High efficiency and long service life, the general advantages offered by LED technology, are well known to those who work with light and lighting. However, where substantial planning decisions need to be made, the transition to modern solid-state lighting is still considered risky by some investors.
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Possibly the safest place to wait out a cyclone in the far north of Queensland could be in a new home situated on a tiny island in the middle of a pond.
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Professionals and emerging designers are challenged to come up with creative concepts using Formica laminates in a new design competition for 2013.
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A new skyscraper in Milan promises to bring a hectare of forest into the city's central business district and hundreds of new homes. The Bosco Verticale, opening in Milan later this year will have two towers – one 80m high, the other 112m –planted with many thousands of specially cultivated trees, groundcover plants and shrubs.
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High-end joinery – particularly window and door profiles – can have a major influence on the finished look of a building. The right product will both underscore the architectural form and reflect positively on the standard of build.
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A New Zealand company has been honoured in a competition to identify and reward innovative and international design trends, with The German Design Award, the German Design Council’s premium international prize.
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To celebrate 100 years in business, a new collection of Formica http://www.laminex.co.nz/ brand laminates that reflect the brand and its history has been unveiled.
Read more here.
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Two New Zealand architectural practices feature among the four finalists announced for the Christchurch City Council competition to develop a concept for medium density living.
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Bright red cladding makes it hard to miss the mechanical rooms and air handling units on the four outer corners of the Renzo Piano-designed Resnick Pavilion at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA).
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New construction and repairs after the Christchurch earthquake look set to send New Zealand’s building industry into an upward spiral in 2014 and 2015.
Building activity in Christchurch is expected to peak by 2015 after a 10-year low, according to economic forecaster BIS Shrapnel.
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What is on the cards for the South East Queensland property market, and where is it heading?
Brisbane architectural practice Ellivo Architects looks at trends in the South East Queensland property market.
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A lunar address
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A structure on the moon, built from lunar soil, is now a real possibility, thanks to 3-D printing technology.
Read more here.
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Gritty character buildings earmarked for innovation precinct
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As part of the ongoing redevelopment of the Wynyard Quarter district on Auckland’s foreshore, Waterfront Auckland has announced the decision to retain existing character buildings on the site earmarked for a new innovation precinct.
Read more here.
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Hip to be square
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For the new Sir Paul Reeves building at the Auckland University of Technology, Jasmax Architects wanted to create a modern and unique ceiling treatment – one that would convey a sense of openness while masking the plenum above.
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Open sesame
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First impressions matter – and it’s the entry that sets the tone and character for what follows at AECOM House in Auckland. The design team specified a Dorma KTC2 two-way revolving door with integral bi-parting automatic doors for the main entry on Beach Road.
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Dutch architect Janjaap Ruijssenaars has revealed designs for the world's first 3D-printed house, The Landscape House, made from sand fused with a chemical binding agent.
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It's time to register your interest in the Property Council New Zealand, Rider Levett Bucknall Property Industry Awards 2013.
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As a result of the 2008/2009 global financial crisis there has been a decline in the number of tall development projects.
Read more here.
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Softly, softly
Forman Building Systems
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Controlling unwanted sound transmission from one enclosed space to another is a problem for many organisations.
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Dampers improve fire resistance
Smooth-Air Products
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Creating fire-resistant compartments to subdivide a building is a recognised method to limit the spread of fire and smoke. However, unique solutions are required to ensure that these compartments remain well ventilated.
Read more here.
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Environmental Upgrade Agreements (EUA)
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Retrofitting Australia’s B and C grade buildings has been simplified with the release of an e-book “how to” guide for owners, tenants, consultants, government agencies and authorities sponsored by Norman Disney & Young (NDY) and launched by The Fifth Estate.
Read more here.
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Forman Building Systems
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When Auckland Airport was planning its new headquarters – Quad5 – the goal was to achieve a 5-Star Green Star rating. One of the factors in being awarded such a rating is workplace amenity, which has a direct influence on how a building is designed.
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XPO Exhibitions
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New Zealand’s leading building and construction, design and interiors trade event, Buildnz Designex 2013 will be held at Auckland’s ASB Showgrounds from 23-25 June 2013.
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How to contribute
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George Grant Engineering, who lost two employees, and Hawkins Construction, alongside Vuksich and Borich and Hays Personnel, the employers of the third man, have set up a special trust fund to help the affected families.
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International success
Francis-Jones Morehen Thorp
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2012 was a record year for Australian architects FJMT, with the firm's projects receiving over 60 industry and design awards from around the world.
Read more here.
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New life for New Brighton
Sustainable Habitat Challenge
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A competition launched by the Otago Polytechnic-hosted initiative, Sustainable Habitat Challenge (SHAC), has transformed an abandoned stretch of rubble and sand in the earthquake-stricken Christchurch suburb of New Brighton.
Read more here.
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Thirty of the best
Trends Top 30 New Zealand Homes
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To celebrate 30 years in the New Zealand home and design market, Trends has launched the Top 30 New Zealand Home Awards.
Read more here.
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The luxury of leather
Warwick
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Many believe that for a leather look within a commercial setting, a synthetic product is the only practical answer. On the other hand, Warwick, an innovator in the fabric industry for more than 50 years, believes that the right natural leather product can provide high quality and durability.
Read more here.
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More for less
NZIA 2012 Southern Architecture Awards
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Just three projects from the public arena have earned awards in the 2012 NZIA Southern Architecture Awards in Dunedin.
Read more here.
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Japan stadium design winner
Japan Sport Council
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In 2004, architect Zaha Hadid became the first woman to be awarded the Pritzker Architecture Prize. Now she has won the competition to design a billion-dollar stadium in Tokyo.
Read more here.
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Future's so bright
WE-EF
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Lighting innovator WE-EF has added the FLC100 LED projector to its architectural exterior lighting range.
Read more here.
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Waterfront redevelopment "damn clever!"
World Architecture News Awards 2012
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The Auckland Waterfront scheme has been called "damn clever!" by judges of the 2012 World Architecture News (WAN) Awards.
Read more here.
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Auckland takes top awards
NZ Urban Design Awards
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Two Auckland projects have taken the top awards in the inaugural New Zealand Urban Design Awards.
Read more here.
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Quality not quantity
Gisborne/Hawke's Bay Architecture Awards
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Just two commercial buildings have been honoured this year in the 2012 Gisborne/Hawke's Bay Architecture Awards.
Read more here
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A year of architectural achievement
Wellington Architecture Awards
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Commercial projects ranging from schools and office fit-outs to heritage buildings have been acknowledged in the 2012 Wellington Architecture Awards. Read more here.
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Worldwide honour for Doha Tower
Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat
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The Doha Tower, by French architect Jean Nouvel, was awarded the honour of Best Tall Building Worldwide by the Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat at the Illinois Institute of Technology. Read more here.
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Nailor Air Distribution for commercial projects
Smooth-Air Products
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USA manufacturer Nailor Industries has built a solid reputation for complete air control and air distribution solutions since its inception more than 40 years ago. Now, local ventilation specialist Smooth-Air Products has been announced as the New Zealand agent for Nailor.
Read more here.
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Breathe new life into Christchurch
New urban village competition
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Having received over 106,000 suggestions from residents on what they want their new central city to offer, Christchurch City Council is holding an international competition to create a new urban village.
Read more here.
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ADNZ National Design Award winners announced
Architectural Designers NZ
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The national winners of the ADNZ/Resene Design Awards were announced on Friday 12 October at the Napier War Memorial Centre.
Find out more here.
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Timber Design Awards 2012
Winners and Finalists announced
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Almost 100 entries were initially whittled down to 38 for second stage judging. Of those, 14 were recognised with awards at this year's NZ Wood Resene Timber Design Awards.
Find out who here.
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2012 promises to be a fine vintage
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Although not the most prolific of years for architecture, 2012 has produced a great crop of buildings. As Blair Farquhar, convenor of the Awards jury eloquently put it... "Just as fine wine comes from scrappy soil, so good architecture emerges from challenging circumstances."
Read more here.
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World Building of the Year
Gardens by the Bay, Singapore
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Man-made super trees and two of the largest conservatories in the world define this incredible project.
Find out more here.
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Darling Quarter, Sydney
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The project, which creates a new urban quarter on the edge of the city, was praised by the judges for its exciting form and massing and the creation of a publicly accessible landscape.
Read the full article in Commercial Design Trends
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Kingdom Tower, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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Saudi Arabia’s new record-breaking 1,000 metre plus Kingdom Tower is a step closer to realisation, with the developers announcing the project has gained financing.
Watch the conceptual video here
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Niyama Resort, The Maldives
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NZ-based Timberbond provided the glulam ribs for these amazing Dining Domes at the newly opened Niyama Resort in The Maldives.
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St Cuthbert's College
Metal Design Solutions
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When it came to choosing the cladding, roofing and flashing for their new Performing Arts Centre, St Cuthbert's College went to Metal Design Solutions.
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A testimonial from O&A Studio
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Denise Cherry, designer director at San Francisco-based Studio
O + A (which counts Facebook, eBay, and Yelp! among its many high-profile clients), describes how the popular content-sharing site is enhancing her practice.
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Smooth-Air Products
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The next generation in air delivery is here. Traditional bulky metal ducting is no longer always necessary. Offered by Smooth-Air , DuctSox systems are not only lightweight, functional and robust, they have contemporary styling.
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The big cheese in retail design
NZRIA 2012 Red Awards
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The Kapiti Store came out on top at this year’s annual Red Awards, receiving the supreme award over 47 other entries. Now in its 11th year, the awards hosted a premier mix of New Zealand designers, shopfitters and suppliers.
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Pop-up sustainable city to showcase the future
Sustainable Business Network with Waterfront Auckland
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New Zealand’s first Sustainable City Showcase will pop up in November – but only for three days.
The showcase – the key attraction at an expo run by the Sustainable Business Network – will feature the latest designs, products and technologies that are making Kiwi companies world leaders in environmentally aware and sustainable business practice.
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Recessed lighting stands out
WE-EF
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WE-EF continues to expand its luminaire range for architectural lighting with innovative LED solutions.
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Instant hot and cool filtered drinking water on tap
Merquip
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Merquip introduces the Schwan SC60 – the latest instant hot water tap for discerning kitchen owners.
Read more
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Cara & Co Concept Store
Locker Group
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When high-end retailer Cara & Co was looking for a design-led solution to provide low-level security for its concept store at Westfield Sydney, it turned to the Locker Group.
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RE:START initiative gaining momentum
Cashel Mall, Christchurch
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For Christchurch architect Anton Tritt, the highlight of designing the Re:Start Mall wasn't listening to the accolades flood in. It was being at the mall on opening day and watching people's reactions to this baby step towards reviving the centre of the city.
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Hinuera Natural Stone
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Natural stone played an important part in assimilating the dynamic new St Cuthbert’s College Performing Arts Centre into the college’s wider material aesthetic.
To ensure the new facility would match the school chapel, the architect specified Hinuera stone.
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A Perfect Smile
LaserKids Dental
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Traditionally, children have not looked forward to a visit to the dentist. However, now that is set to change.
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Te Awa Shopping Centre
Alpha Interiors
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At any retail centre, the look of the interiors and the ambience plays a powerful part in encouraging shoppers to linger.
At Te Awa retail shopping centre at the Base, Hamilton, the interiors, supplied by Alpha Interiors, include many references to the nearby Waikato River.
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Q Theatre
Nauhria Precast
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Q theatre, beside the Auckland Town Hall and Aotea Square, is easy to spot in the crowd. The theatre provides plenty of visual drama, thanks to the three-dimensional, coloured and textural precast panels by Nauhria Precast, specified for the upper exterior facade.
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