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From hotels and highrises to bridges and stadiums, like Sir John Guise in PNG, Moddex has been supporting great architectural design in Australasia since introducing pre-engineered railings over a decade ago. We’ve also designed our own system to make your handrail and balustrade choices more flexible, ergonomic, aesthetic and guaranteed, fit-for-purpose compliant.
Allproof’s Vision Series is a high-grade stainless steel linear channel drainage system with a centre outlet and the choice between five grate designs. This highly durable strip drain makes the ideal solution for tiled showers in modern bathrooms.
The Vision Series can be installed against a wall or in the shower entrance, creating a threshold drain to prevent the spill of surface water outside of the shower area. Customization allows designers to tailor Vision Series channel drains to individual bathroom requirements and achieve a wall-to-wall finish.
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AbsoluteMatte, a new addition to Laminex’s Multipurpose Compact Laminate range, is an ultra-matt product designed for various interior applications. Comprising a thick and self-supporting structure, Multipurpose Compact Laminate is ideal for benchtops, furniture and cabinetry in high-use public spaces.
Laminex AbsoluteMatte delivers a durable and fingerprint-resistant surface, with embedded technology that provides added antimicrobial protection. This luxuriously smooth and tactile panel is soft to the touch.
In aggressive environments such as water frontages, industrial facilities or any application where corrosion becomes a major concern, PERMALITE ® aluminium building products from Lysaght are the stand-out choice for long-term performance and peace of mind.
PERMALITE ® aluminium roofing, walling, structural and extrusions are s haped from marine grade aluminium, ideal for aggressive and corrosive environments, lighter weight, available in a choice of profiles and colours, and backed by generous warranties of up to 40 years*.
Stand out with Graphite, the newest colour of EQUITONE [lines].
EQUITONE has launched the newest colour in its fibre-cement cladding range, EQUITONE [lines]. Designed by architects for architects, the colour Graphite creates a visually striking statement with its ridged surface and deep charcoal colour.
EQUITONE [lines] panels create a delicate texture and bring natural subtlety to a building’s facade, as well as provide high-performance benefits and meet sustainability certification standards.
The panels are resistant to water, fire and pests; and they are low maintenance, durable and do not contribute to the spread of fire – thereby making EQUITONE [lines] a safe choice for a building’s users.
EQUITONE [lines] is an example of the company’s commitment to manufacturing environmentally responsible building solutions. Since 1905, EQUITONE has developed cladding solutions that meet the basic principles of circular construction. Designed to be part of a full system, EQUITONE [lines] panels are easy to adapt, replace and dismantle for re-use.
EQUITONE [lines] is a fibre cement material that is Cradle to Cradle Certified to Bronze level and Green Star Australia recognized. The panels are resource-efficient by nature; they are thin, lightweight and can be cut to size to clad virtually any building facade with a minimum of material use per square metre. Made of water, Portland cement, cellulose and natural minerals, they are also easily recyclable.
Aiming to be at the forefront of innovation and sustainable product development, EQUITONE is rethinking how building materials are designed and used, to not only reduce waste and harmful emissions during the production process but to create durable facade solutions that last.
EQUITONE [lines] is through-coloured, which means the surface displays the inner texture and colour of the core fibre cement material. Due to unique linear grooves, EQUITONE [lines] panels reflect a natural interplay between light and shade.
Architects can experiment with size, pattern, and directionality or simply allow the panels to accentuate a facade and achieve a dynamic visual result. EQUITONE [lines] is available in four natural cement colours, in a maximum usable size of 1,220 mm × 3,050 mm and a thickness of 10 mm. Visible and invisible fixing options are available.
Warema outdoor venetian blinds reduce the heating effects of solar radiation by up to 90%, creating relaxing and comfortable interior spaces. The tilted venetian slats ensure privacy while allowing reflected light in, resulting in naturally light-filled spaces and reducing the need for artificial lighting.
Warema blinds feature an extensive range of custom components and design options, which adapt to various building applications and architectural styles.
Warema offers a broad range of colours and innovative features, such as self-cleaning slats and silent motors. An extensive range of controls optimizes the shading and daylighting effects by tracking the sun and responding to other climate information.
The new Zetra slat (80 Z) excels with its straight lines and outstanding dim-out ability – the ideal solution for residential buildings. Warema’s external venetian blinds are accredited non-combustible under the NCC.
Proudly designed and assembled in Australia with Lockwood’s trusted quality at its core, Assa Abloy’s range of brass door levers has been designed to integrate with the character of a building, providing aesthetic continuity throughout.
The Lockwood Brass Core Range introduces the largest collection of door handles to comply with Australian regulations for access and mobility. These products are available in a broad range of handle designs, standard architectural plated finishes and decorative finish options, including Brass, Chrome, Bronze and Matt Black.
The Ælement Fusion electronic lock from Salto Systems is a stand-alone battery-powered access control system that has unprecedented flexibility.
The small, customizable light ring reader is a discreet lock for any application requiring stylish and technologically advanced access control. Salto also offers a variety of door handles and finishes to complement any door style. Salto’s broad product range covers every corner of the access control spectrum, from back-of-house organization to hotel guest room management.
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Capral has added LocAl ® , a lower-carbon primary aluminium option, to its range of locally manufactured extruded window, door and framing systems.
The company launched LocAl ® Green and LocAl ® Super Green to the Australian construction market in response to specifiers’ increasing demands for a responsibly sourced and locally extruded lower-carbon aluminium product.
LocAl ® provides Australian architects, designers, builders and developers with access to a more sustainable aluminium product for their projects.
“We feel it is vital to respond to the needs of the architecture and design community in their commitment to reducing embodied carbon within the built environment,” said Brendon Orth, national specification manager, Capral.
“By making LocAl ® Green standard across all our proprietary window systems, architects can specify systems they are familiar with, with no extra effort and no pricing premium. The outcome is a lower embodied carbon solution for their projects.”
Capral is a leading manufacturer and supplier of aluminium window, door and framing systems – specified for a wide range of commercial and residential applications.
With its commitment to reaching Net Zero emissions by 2050, Capral will supply its established range of aluminium products with a 50% reduction in embodied carbon.
“At eight kilograms of carbon emissions per kilogram of aluminium, LocAl ® Green has 50% lower carbon emissions than the current global average for primary aluminium,” explained Michael O’Keefe, general manager of marketing and technology, Capral.
The main contributor to carbon emissions associated with aluminium is the electrolysis process used during smelting. With this in mind, the primary aluminium offered under the LocAl ® brand is sourced exclusively from Aluminium Stewardship Initiative (ASI)-certified smelters.
“Being able to offer LocAl ® aluminium sourced from ASI-certified smelters gives us the added assurance that the aluminium we buy has been produced responsibly, with consideration given to sustainability and societal impact,” said Orth.
Capral is ambitious about offering LocAl ® to the Australian design and construction market, giving specifiers and builders a important opportunity to make a more responsible procurement decision when sourcing extruded aluminium.
Both LocAl ® Green and LocAl ® Super Green products can be supplied with certification upon request, to meet compliance requirements.
Capral Aluminium’s Architectural Glazing Systems (AGS) range is designed to achieve the ultimate combination of architectural style and performance.
Each product is engineered to withstand Australia’s harsh conditions, even the extremes, and has been tested for both heavy-use commercial and residential applications. Because the products in this range have been designed to work well together, Capral Aluminium can meet demanding design requirements. Any AGS door or window provides high-class design that performs beautifully; the sliding range includes fashionable large door constructions and offers extremely low air infiltration when closed.
Windows are available in fixed, sliding, awning, casement and double-hung. Capral’s AGS range supports either sliding security or standard screen doors to introduce more light and air into homes and offices without compromising on safety.
FritsJurgens pivot door systems are unlike traditional pivots. Fully embedded in the door not the floor, the pivot is perfectly concealed. This key design element contributes to FritsJurgens being recognized for outstanding quality, design and appeal; it earned the 2017 Red Dot Award for Product Design.
A pivot hinge is a hardware mechanism that allows a door to open and close using a pivot system instead of traditional single-action or double-action spring hinges. FritsJurgens pivot systems create smooth transitions between spaces, with no unsightly floor box or ceiling unit.
With five models – System One, System 3, System M32, System M32+ and System M42+ – FritsJurgens pivots adapt to diverse residential, commercial and industrial environments and are suitable for entry, office and partition doors.
FritsJurgens pivot entry doors can be made fully weatherproof by adding draft- and moist-repellent details, making these pivot doors perfectly fit for exteriors.
The Intermat hinge system by Hettich is the preferred hinge for fast assembly, being easily fitted and adjusted with minimal effort. Intermat comes with an optional Silent System, allowing cabinet doors to self-close without making a sound.
Combining reliable functionality and design, Intermat is a versatile hinge that be used for a broad range of applications, offering tangible convenience in everyday use. Hettich’s Intermat concealed hinge system can be fitted to timber, glass and aluminium-framed cabinet doors.
FSH electric strike locks, available from Allegion, are electromechanical devices that are installed in doors and frames to provide secure access control. Securing some of Asia Pacific’s most sensitive buildings, FSH products are known for their reliability, innovation and strength.
An electric strike lock is an access control device used to lock and release doors. Working in conjunction with mechanical door locks, FSH high-security electric strike locks work on the principle of electronically controlling the rotation of the keeper.
LoE3-366 + Neat is a neutral-coloured, triple-silver low-emissivity glazing product that offers a balance of year-round thermal comfort and visibility. It is always double glazed in an Insulating Glass Unit (IGU) in a variety of make-ups depending on aesthetic and performance requirements.
The combination of 6 mm LoE3-366 + Neat, 12 mm Argon and 6 mm Clear achieves a Visible Light Transmission (VLT) of 63%, a Solar Heat Gain Coefficient (SHGC) of 0.27 and a U-Value of 1.35, meaning that it blocks out the negative aspects of the sun on the hottest days but also insulates during colder weather.
Specifying LoE-i89 on surface 4 of the IGU, in place of Clear, brings the U-Value down to 1.11 – the most insulating option. This makes LoE3-366 + Neat a suitable low-E glass for all seasons in residential and commercial applications.
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One of Australia’s most affordable hardwoods, IronAsh by Australian Sustainable Hardwoods (ASH) is a hard-wearing external timber product to compete with more expensive durable timbers.
The IronAsh range of exterior hardwood timber uses a combination of GoodWood Victorian ash and an invisible, water-based H3 treatment to allow continuous timber flow from inside to out. The treatment does not affect colour, allowing designers to seamlessly match internal joinery with external joinery.
Available in cladding, battens, pergolas, bearers, joists and screening, IronAsh can be painted or stained almost any colour due to its unique blonde tone. IronAsh (H3-treated Victorian ash) is PEFC certified and stores carbon for life. In addition, Australian hardwood has one of the best Environmental Product Declarations possible, making it a highly renewable resource.
Highly efficient and easily adaptable to any space, the award-winning 060 round-head shower is pure VOLA with a meticulously detailed shower plate available in a variety of finishes. The shower head is shaped for maximum coverage, whether it is mounted to the wall or to the ceiling.
The VOLA 060 round-head shower has a pure, essential form that plays with existing lines to produce a fresh and aesthetically pleasing geometrical pattern. To ensure that the shower retains its perfect cylindrical shape, every shower head is made from a single disc sliced from a solid brass cylinder.
While VOLA makes products that will last for generations, water conservation is equally important as part of the company’s commitment to environmental sustainability. The round-head shower can deliver as little as 15 L of water per minute at three-bar pressure. Every VOLA product is available in 28 finishes and 14 vibrant colour options, complementing creative themes and material palettes.
At ForestOne, our brands set the standard for sustainability, as well as style.
From EGGER Eurodekor particleboard panels with their impressive carbon-negative footprint of -13.8kg CO2/m2, to 100% silica-free Acrylic Solid Surface by MEGANITE, our decorative materials deliver contemporary lines with a clear conscience.
Specify Responsibly with ForestOne.
EC08TM Extreme is the newest addition to Gyprock’s market-leading plasterboard range. This 13 mm multifunction board has been tested and proven to deliver exceptional impact resistance, making it ideal for internal linings where resistance to extreme impact damage of all types is a risk. This includes hospitals, healthcare facilities, correctional facilities, sporting facilities, schools and shopping centres.
Made in Australia and GECA Certified, EC08TM Extreme is manufactured with a high level of recycled content. This low-VOC board is manufactured with a layer of fibreglass mesh in addition to a dense, fibre-reinforced core and high-grammage face paper. The board has undergone thorough independent testing to ensure proven performance against impact and surface indentation.
In addition to its impact resistance properties, EC08TM Extreme provides other functional benefits including fire and acoustic ratings as well as mould and moisture resistance.
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Allproof Commercial channel, domestic channel and drainage pits are made from 100% recycled plastic using renewable energy generated on-site.
Commercial channel with heelproof cast iron grate: Made from recycled plastic. Made from clean solar energy.
The Trevira EcoLight Fabric Series from Vertilux has been designed with performance and sustainability in mind, delivering on a commitment to environmentally responsible window coverings with aesthetic qualities that provide excellent comfort, safety and durability.
Trevira’s EcoLight Fabric Series combines high-performance flame retardancy and sustainability benefits in one. To produce recycled fibres, Trevira uses residual waste from manufacturing sites and transforms these into serviceable materials, which rival the original products in both quality and performance.
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Australia and New Zealand supplier of decorative panels
Big River Group is recognised as a leading manufacturer and distributor of a variety of premium timber products including decorative timber panels, structural plywood and engineered timber flooring. Assisting in creating exceptional designs and interiors, while combining the aesthetic value of timber with the structural qualities of an engineered solution, the range of timber choices complements any design.
Whether you’re an architect, specifier or carpenter our range of brands extend across Australia and New Zealand with panels to suit every application.
For quality panels, think Big River.
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Belbien self-adhesive decorative films are low-maintenance surface coverings with excellent durability and water-resistant properties. The films are available in a range of solid colours, abstract prints and natural material looks such as wood and stone. Made primarily of PVC, known for superior applicability and with the ability to be recycled, Belbien can be applied to a variety of 2D surfaces.
Belbien decorative films are flexible and can be applied to curved surfaces and large structures for a seamless finish, without the need for special equipment or cutting.
DuPont Corian ® is a versatile solid surface material that offers a seamless, hygienic sink solution that balances design and performance. Imagine a smooth transition from benchtop to sink, ensuring that you will never have any dirt or mould build-up at the junction where the sink meets the benchtop.
One of the benefits of Corian ® is that it contains zero silica, making it safe for everyone to make a responsible surface selection to specify, manufacture and install into homes and businesses across Australia.
The unique demands on this state-of-the-art sports precinct were a natural fit for Kingspan Insulation’s impressive capabilities. Kooltherm soffit rigid insulation boards feature extensively in the newly built Allianz Stadium in Sydney, providing thermal performance above deem-to-satisfy provisions of the NCC.
With a construction cost of $828 million, the new 42,500-seat public facility is built on the site of the former Sydney Football Stadium in Moore Park, home to the Sydney Roosters, NSW Waratahs and Sydney Football Club. Allianz Stadium and the Sporting Club of Sydney, designed by Cox Architecture, provide world-class, cutting-edge facilities within this major public sporting and event precinct. The project comprises a state-of-the-art sports and entertainment venue and a wellness centre with gymnasiums, squash courts, swimming pools, a sauna and a day spa.
Since its official opening in August 2022, Sydney’s world-class Allianz Stadium has showcased Kingspan’s quality insulation products.
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A multifunction plasterboard engineered to deliver exceptional impact resistance across 3 key areas: h ard body impact, s oft body impact, s urface indentation.
Ideal for walls in hospitals, mental health facilities, correctional facilities, sporting facilities, schools or anywhere extreme impact damage of all different types is a risk.
Laminex PureGrain is a luxurious finish that combines the detail and texture of authentic painted woodgrain with the durability, convenience and cost-effectiveness of laminate board.
PureGrain is manufactured in Australia using high-quality production technology to emulate the look and feel of painted timber veneer. It is resistant to scratches, stains, heat and water, easy to keep clean and UV stable for indoor use, making PureGrain ideal for vertical cabinetry surfaces in kitchens and bathrooms.
DecoPanel by DECO Australia is a non-combustible, UV resistant, solid aluminium flat sheet system that is lightweight, easy to install and certified fire safe. Applications include wall panels and lining, cladding, architectural screening (including perforated screens), signage and branding, wet area lining and acoustic paneling.
DecoPanel is available in all of DECO’s DecoWood timber-look colours; standard powdercoat colours; and concrete, marble and rust looks.
Escea has launched its debut range of contemporary indoor wood-burning fireplaces: the TFS Series and TC Series.
TFS Series linear fireplaces feature a freestanding design with a refined aesthetic and a large viewing window for an uninterrupted view of the flames. The sleek lines of Escea’s TC Series inbuilt fireplaces suit minimalist interior spaces with a pared-back aesthetic that puts the fire itself on full display.
Highline by Archier is a minimalist suspended pendant light that celebrates the natural beauty of brass.
At Sawmill House, design practice Archier wanted to include a light that encouraged the architecture and would gracefully age alongside it. Created in collaboration with local brass millers, glass fabricators and woodworkers, Highline features American walnut timber detailing and LED technology. It is available in satin or antique patina brass.
Easycraft’s easyULTRA cladding is a high-performance wall and panel suitable for interior areas with high moisture and humidity, such as bathrooms, laundries and kitchens.
Made from moisture-resistant MDF, easyULTRA provides a tough and hardy baseboard while offering Easycraft’s full range of profile finishes to match your project’s design. Made in Australia using all Australian-grown species, easyULTRA panels feature a tongue-and-groove design for quick installation and come pre-primed ready for painting.
This new generation of engineered Australian hoop pine plywood from Big River Group has varied warm blonde tones with a clean grain and smooth texture that is excellent for appearance- and structural-grade applications in commercial and residential projects.
These Australian-made plywood panels have face-grade options for clear-coating or painting; they have a light-coloured, warm appearance, straight grain and fine to very fine texture. Grades AB, AC, BB and BC are available for interior joinery, furniture, fittings and wall and ceiling linings.
The Warema Lamaxa L50 Tex, available from Shade Factor, is an award-winning outdoor sun-shading solution.
This retractable, wind-stable textile can be used as a sunshade or a water-resistant roof with an integrated water outlet system. With additions such as ZIP screens, LED strips and integrated heaters, the Lamaxa L50 Tex fabric roof is a comprehensive sun shading system.
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Create a unique ambiance for your urban outdoor space with FLEXIA outdoor lighting from Schréder. This versatile luminaire opens up opportunities to enhance urban spaces – including large public squares or streets, avenues, pedestrian areas and residential zones.
Featuring the latest lighting innovation, FLEXIA offers state-of-the-art technology combined with an elegant design. Compatible with side-entry and suspended mounting options, Schréder’s FLEXIA seamlessly blends into urban spaces.
Kingspan’s Ausmesh is a superior-quality roof underlay support and fall safety mesh that is suitable for use on a variety of commercial buildings.
Ausmesh is constructed of high-tensile galvanized wire exceeding 450 MPa and, when used for roofing, becomes a permanent fixture in the building. It is available with a PVC coating for highly corrosive environments or aesthetic applications.
EQUITONE [lunara] is a through-coloured fibre cement panel with a surface resembling a lunar landscape that demonstrates the natural quality of fibre cement as a material.
The special production process makes each panel unique in terms of its colour, texture and surface, with a pattern that is not repeated. The rough, unpolished surface looks as if it was created naturally and invites you to touch it. No matter what design options you explore, the panel’s through-coloured nature guarantees crisp, monolithic detailing.
BoscoLighting’s SPY retractable downlights are easy to install and extremely versatile. The luminaires can be positioned as flush-recessed downlights or converted to spotlights, enabling SPY to deliver a levelled light source even from angled ceilings.
Featuring retractable necks, SPY downlights can be used to highlight display areas in commercial settings, as well as to light kitchens or showcase artwork in residential spaces.
Oliveri’s range of polished stainless steel kitchen and laundry sinks is Australian-made and constructed from 304-grade stainless steel for superior hygiene and durability.
Manufactured at the Oliveri factory in Adelaide, these polished stainless steel sinks feature a range of custom-fitted accessories for finishing touches: chopping boards, colanders, utility trays and drainer trays – perfect for every kitchen or alfresco setting. Mounting options include topmount or undermount.
Kingspan Insulation offers a range of products for commercial building envelopes.
Kingspan commercial solutions consists of Kooltherm Phenolic and Therma PIR insulation boards, Thermakraft membranes, KoolDuct ducting systems and Ausmesh safety mesh.
SOLIDAL® PMP (perforated metal pressed) U Series cladding is ideal for architectural applications, bringing a unique aesthetic to a building’s facade while providing acoustical benefits and allowing for optimum airflow.
The SOLIDAL® PMP U Series is available in three profile options and can be customized in a broad range of colours and textures. All solid aluminium building envelopes by SOLIDAL® are 100% recyclable and certified non-combustible according to NATA AS1530.1 and AS1530.3.
Stiebel Eltron’s sophisticated range of hot water heat pumps, the WWK 222/222H and WWK 302/302H, is German engineered and designed for Australian conditions.
Suitable for hard or soft water areas, the WWK 222/302 hot water heat pumps feature maintenance-free current-impressed anodes, active defrost for operating in -5° C and solar PV compatibility.
Austral CrocPly is designed for the most demanding floor applications and is made using Australian Araucaria plywood overlaid with a hard-wearing, waterproof, slip-resistant film.
With an excellent strength-to-weight ratio, durable CrocPly is suitable for a range of high-use commercial applications and is available in four different thicknesses. Designed, constructed and tested to Australian standards, CrocPly’s plywood core is certified according to Structural AS/NZS2269 and Marine AS/ NZS2272 codes.
Quatro Design’s Deco glassfibre reinforced concrete (GRC) planter and bench seating collection, with its signature curved forms, features multiple configurations in three lengths.
This innovative and thoughtfully designed range has a vast variety of options, including timber benches, and adapts to a range of settings. Suitable for commercial indoor and outdoor applications, Quatro Design products are proudly Australian made.
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For 25 years, Cult has offered a curated selection of internationally renowned furniture, object and lighting brands to its client base of designers and collectors.
From iconic mid-century brands Fritz Hansen and Zanotta to contemporary Australian makers Didier and Coco Flip, Cult champions fresh thinking and timeless ranges that hold court as forever pieces in both commercial and residential spaces.
Through its own brand Nau, Cult works with local designers and manufacturers to support and advocate for contemporary Australian design. As one of Australia’s leading design retailers, and with recent growth across the retail, e-commerce and contract sectors, Cult is set to expand its team in 2023.
“Our strategic focus is on increasing awareness of the Cult brand, elevating the experience for our clients and pushing the boundaries in sustainability,” said Richard Munao, Cult founder and director.
Cult celebrated its milestone 25-year anniversary with an exhibition, “Cult Design Icons.”
Weaving colourful narratives of Egypt’s faraway lands and pharaonic past with fictional flair, Real Majik is a rug collaboration between Tappeti and YSG that tells a tangible tale of hand-knotted and hand-tufted artisanship.
YSG is a Sydney-based design studio, led by Yasmine Ghoniem, celebrated for its instinctual approach to design and adventurous palette-plays. YSG’s immersive approach to creating spaces for private residences (and the hospitality and commercial sectors) is characterized by daring material palettes, organic shapes and unexpected textural pairings – from joinery to individual furnishing pieces.
Since 2006, Tappeti has been designing and hand-crafting bespoke rugs that highlight the beauty of traditional weaving techniques, handmade processes and natural fibre types. The Real Majik collection comprises 12 hand-tufted New Zealand wool and artsilk designs, conveying YSG’s commitment to craft and colour-fuelled interiors.
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Grounded in a rich heritage and propelled by an unwavering commitment to a design-led vision, James Richardson Furniture (JRF) has been one of Australia’s leading furniture solutions providers for more than 65 years.
JRF has recently evolved from a direct sales model to a full FF&E (Furniture, Fixtures and Equipment) advisory and procurement service for its commercial clients.
Founded on a deep understanding and appreciation for the enduring legacy of design, JRF welcomes the opportunity to offer its knowledge, expertise and insight in a holistic capacity.
“The FF&E procurement industry is an exciting and growing space, and we envision wonderful opportunities to provide the A&D community with exceptional solutions,” said Georgia Danos, creative and brand director at JRF.
“The team and I are determined to continue supporting the local industry we have been a part of all these years with a new perspective.”
The Australian Interior Design Awards recognize and celebrate interior design excellence. The distinguished 2023 Australian Interior Design Awards will be held at a gala banquet at the Plaza Ballroom in Melbourne on Friday 2 June and attended by hundreds of architects, designers and built environment professionals.
The shortlist for the awards, which are given in categories including Retail Design, Hospitality Design, Workplace Design, Public Design, Installation Design, Residential Design and Residential Decoration, was revealed on 22 March. The best projects in each category are also considered for the Award for Sustainability Advancement, Emerging Interior Design Practice, and Best of State Awards, with the top project receiving the Premier Award for Australian Interior Design.
The Melbourne event is held in partnership with the Design Institute of Australia and Artichoke magazine and supported by Dulux, Sub-Zero Wolf, Laminex, Elton Group, Roca, Space and LightCo. To purchase tickets to the awards presentation and to view the shortlist, visit australianinteriordesignawards.com
Intricate geometrical roofing made from COLORBOND ® steel in the colour Basalt ® crowns the nature-inspired Cumulus Studio designed Cradle Mountain Visitor Centre, winner of the 2021 Australian Institute of Architects COLORBOND ® Award for Steel Architecture (Tasmanian Chapter).
Cumulus Studio said “The choice to use COLORBOND ® steel was made early in the concept design stage as it provided us with the opportunity to create a distinctive roof form, inspired by the geology of Cradle Mountain, made from a robust roof cladding material that would withstand the site’s harsh winter conditions. We chose the colour Basalt ® for the visitor centre not only for the way it allows the large building to settle against its alpine backdrop but also because the colour alludes to the dolerite rock from which the mountain is formed.”
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