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HYDRONIC HEATING Findings from A2K Technologies’ recent CAD/BIM Market Survey reveal that investment in mature business processes is vital to maintain efficiency and remain competitive.
A2K offers intelligent 3D tools and workflows for architecture, with expertise in software suites created specifically for building and infrastructure design.
A2K Technologies employs 35 technical consultants with an average of over 15 years’ realworld industry experience, and expertise across 63 design technology products.
Respondents said the top three technologies organisations were lacking were 3D printing and visualisation capacity, hardware and BIM.
The company conducted the CAD/BIM Market Survey to provide peer-driven statistics and data to leaders within the architecture, engineering, construction, infrastructure, manufacturing and government sectors. Based on an online survey of 300 professionals throughout Australia and New Zealand, the Key Findings Report provided insights into the current state of technology, innovation, business challenges and pain points in the CAD/BIM (Building Information Modelling) space. Among the findings, 85 per cent of respondents said adopting new technology is either extremely or moderately important, while 92 per cent said they already experiment with new technologies or they would like to.
However, when considering concerns with current technology, training topped the list, with 27 per cent of those surveyed citing it as their biggest pain point. This was unsurprising, considering that 48 per cent are self-taught or rely on peers for training. The adoption of new technology stood out as an important factor for businesses to remain competitive, particularly as the market increasingly expects high quality renders, performance analysis and BIM processes to enforce standards at each stage of design, so that the final stage requires less effort.
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BICYCLE PARKING by LEDA Leda is assisting architects across Australia with free design support with “End of Journey Facilities” for cyclists. ... Continued page 10
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WELCOME... Happy New Year! Another year with lots of new and interesting things happening. Real Flame are again running their ADA (Architectural Design Award) 2015, it was hugely successful last year and we have included the details on the 2014 winners and their submissions. Be sure to enter this year, we have the new application details available, just ask us or you can find them on line at their website.
IN THIS ISSUE: ●● Real Flame – ADA Winners ●● Gorter Roof Hatches ●● Underdeck - waterproofing under your deck ●● Timberlast Recyled Decking ●● Fitzroy Door Tracks by Marshalls ●● Exquisite solid timber furniture by Sawdust Timber Furniture
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Some new and interesting products are featured in this issue. • The unique LUMORAIL - handrails with LED lighting, these will add that touch of elegance to your projects. This company can handle all you needs for balustrading, pool fencing, and handrails. • TOSO roller blinds.. tested for 10,000 up & down movements to meet the minimum acceptable quality with a 5 year warranty on all componentry. Considered the best system in the market! • UNDERDECK the unique solution for waterproofing under your deck.. manufactured here in Australia. • Plus many more We are keen to get your input and would like to include some of your unique projects. So contact us to discuss your project, we would be pleased to publish them in our upcoming issues... thank you. Please keep in mind that we are keen to be of assistance and can help you locate products for your projects. You know the ones, those that you have seen somewhere, but can’t recall the name of the manufacturer or supplier… just email us with as much detail as you can provide, and we’ll track it down.
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The Real Flame Architectural Design Award for Gas Fireplace (ADA) was created to foster innovation within the Australian design industry. The competition is open to all practicing architects and designers within Australia. Design excellence complemented by sound research, unique application of product and innovation are the key elements that are judged.
THE 2014 PANEL The judging panel was made up of two highly respected designers of long standing who bring a wealth of experience and knowledge to the competition. Michael Bialek from SJB Architects and Kendra Pinkus from Bates Smart.
Associate Director Kendra, is a senior Interior Designer skilled in the creation of thoughtful, highly crafted interior environments.
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SPECIAL COMMENDATIONS: BROCK HOGAN ENTRY FIREPLACE: ORBIT THE BRIEF: Orbit is a gas fireplace designed for residential alfresco areas, terraces, balconies, backyards and outdoor spaces.
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DAVID FRANCIS SMITH (STUDENT RMIT) ENTRY FIREPLACE: WAREHOUSE THE BRIEF: The design pulls inspiration from the changing building fabric of the region, designed with cubist fauvism motif in mind and the thought of a settling fire.
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WINNER B.E.ARCHITECTURE ENTRY FIREPLACE WINTER STREET CONCEPT SKETCHES
WORKING DRAWINGS
RENDERED DRAWINGS
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THE BRIEF Winter St is a balance of new and old, combining a historic Victorian house with a modern extension to create a home for a young family. The house has two fireplaces, a formal one in at the front of the original house and a modern one at the rear. Both are functional to provide heat for the family as well as to add visual interest, each with a clear form appropriate to the architectural language of its surroundings. The one in the contemporary addition is cleanly integrated into the wall with thin, modern detailing. The one in the front existing Victorian section is more formal to create a bespoke environment with fine detailing. With a reductive approach, the formal fireplace has consolidated the proportions of a traditional fireplace into a single curving gesture that maintains the essence of the buildings history. Both minimal and decorative, the fireplace gives a unique and highly crafted custom element to the home. Hand fabricated from plate steel, the fireplace is built from the same material as the modern fireplace in the extension for continuity throughout the house and is referential of the older style cast iron fireplaces and scrollwork. The thin dark fireplace stands out from the white walls with grand coved cornices for a high impact living space that is strong yet quiet. Achieving the delicate look of the fireplace required the team to push the limits of the material and the fireplace requirements. We worked closely with the fabricator to determine the best way to get a smooth continuous fireplace from one piece of material. The entire piece of steel is mounted to the wall to express the gesture and required a very accurate construction methodology. To keep the structure minimal, the fresh air ventilation is integrated into the hydronic heating trenches in the floor. The uncomplicated outcome is the result of a highly collaborative process to condense the complex technical requirements into a refine appearance. page 5
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SECOND PLACE +PLUS ARCHITECTURE ENTRY FIREPLACE WRAP APARTMENTS THE BRIEF This project involved the design of a pair of custom fireplaces to fit within a new mixed use residential tower. The inclusion of a fireplace within both the lobby and cafĂŠ was to create a more welcoming and homely environment for residents, guests and cafĂŠ patrons. The proposal is for a decorative fireplace that has the impression of a natural open fire.
CONCEPT SKETCHES
Both fireplaces are clad in a matte black steel shroud appearing to hover above a recycled red brick hearth below. The suspended substantial steel structure seems weightless and the concealed services give the impression of a natural open fireplace. One fireplace leans back with a subtle kink to fit neatly within the constrained cavity between the brick arch above. While the other fireplace has facet to the side creating an asymmetric yet proportionally balanced form.
WORKING DRAWINGS
The Real Flame Power Flue technology allows the fireplace to overcome the challenge of having apartments above and the ability to vent exhaust through boundary walls. The finish on the steel shroud is matte black and the steel angles were manufactured and designed by Steelworks.
The project team consisted of:
RENDERED DRAWINGS
Plus Architecture Baracon: Brett Rogers Probuild: Sam Delmenico, Kim Lau, Sam Somers, Michael Jamieson, Rhys Gilhome Steelvision: David Gooley, Rammohan Chopparapu Ellis Air Conditioning: Dean Brooke, Steve Dunn Real Flame: Andrew Corbett page 6
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THIRD PLACE BOWER ARCHITECTURE ENTRY FIREPLACE STEPPING HOUSE CONCEPT SKETCHES
THE BRIEF This is a fireplace for a large single residential project in Melbourne, Victoria. The clients required a seamless feature fireplace which would act as both a focus and central dividing element between dining and living spaces. The concept utilised the natural fall of the site to create a level difference between these living spaces. A textured and restrained palette of floating brickwork, textured tiles, timber, bluestone and marble was in turn explored to compose the living space around the central fireplace.
WORKING DRAWINGS
This central fireplace element divides the living areas, preventing an excessively vast feel. Openness and transparency through this element is balanced by the weight of the cantilevered masonry and varied texture of the materials palette. Research for the fireplace during the design process involved liaison and advice from Real Flame and the structural engineer as well as with various other trades, consultants and authorities both before and during construction.
BUILDER RENDERED DRAWINGS
GERARD COSGRAVE (COSGRAVE CONSTRUCTIONS) The house was designed for Stephen Mendel (co-founder of GlobeWest Furniture)
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TOSO SPREADS WORD ON ROLLER SYSTEM’S MERITS TOSO Australia is a Joint Venture Company with
Japan’s leading manufacturer of window furnishings TOSO Company, Limited who have over 60 years’ experience and are ISO 9001 and 14001 Certified The Mytec roller blind has been tested for 10,000 up and down movements to meet its minimum acceptable quality level, with a 5 year warranty on all componentry for its single, dual or linked systems and is considered the best roller blind system in the market. When choosing a roller blind, the mechanism should be as carefully considered as the fabric choice. This is often forgotten, as the focus quickly moves to colour and type of fabric, with the assumption that all roller blinds are the same, and they go up and down in the same way.
Where the TOSO system is different from standard blinds in the market is:
SMOOTHNESS in operation
With its fast gearing and lightness in operation, it is very smooth to operate without the jerking affect that can occur with other blinds. The profile is also extruded in Australia so as to ensure consistent quality, as product from overseas varies in quality from shipment to shipment, with the 42mm pipe (6060 T6) having a wall thickness of 1.5mm, and the 46mm pipe (6661 T6) with 3mm thickness which minimises the risk of deflection in larger sized blinds.
GEARING
Most blinds, you pull the chain a metre, and it rises or lowers by a metre or less. With the TOSO system, you pull the chain a metre, and it rises or lowers by 1.7 metres, so 70% or more faster than the operation of a standard blind, so the advantage with that is you can raise or lower the blind with less pulls of the chain. The other benefit, is that in some circumstances it is impractical (no mullions) or ascetically not pleasing to the eye to have a safety restraint installed, but if you have the chain ending 1.6 metres above the floor, you do not need to have a safety restraint installed, and because of its gearing it is not as hard to raise or lower the blind, but with a 1 to 1 operation, this would be more difficult.
The TOSO Mytec roller blind is ideal for both Commercial, Residential and Aged Care applications, especially when high quality finishes are being applied to the project, and a superior system is desired.
LIGHTNESS in operation
Every Mytec blind comes with a spring, with 8 different sizes depending on the size of the blind. With a standard blind, they normally only have a spring assist for larger sizes, and without that spring assist you have to apply more force to raise or lower the blind, and even when the blind comes with a spring assist it is still heavier to operate than the Mytec system.
for more information contact: Malcolm Young Phone: (02) 9986 1400 Email: info@tosoaustralia.com.au Website: www.tosoaustralia.com.au
Also, it is that light, as was designed for a Japanese woman to operate, you literally could use your finger tips to pull the blind up and down, rather than having to grip the chain in your hand. The same even applies with a linked blind which can go to 5 metres in width, and because of the larger spring, it is still light to operate. The springs can also be tensioned, so that either pulling up or lowering can even be lighter, though it will be heavier on the reverse way. This makes it ideal for older people who are frail or have arthritis. archi-tech services newsletter
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BICYCLE PARKING.... Leda Consulting Services
Leda is assisting architects across Australia with free design support with “End of Journey Facilities” for cyclists. With over 20 years industry experience our design engineers have a wealth of experience to assist architects by providing various options to best utilise the areas allocated for bicycle storage. In utilising the space reserved for bicycle parking Leda can assist with providing suitable options relating to: • • • •
Bicycle rack options Compound or cage perimeter Access control and pedestrian gates Ancillary equipment such as “bike repair stations” • Clothes lockers and storage Experience has shown that a combination of horizontal and vertical parking for bikes will achieve the best result. Leda staff can also provide budgetary costings and of course our experienced installation staff can project manage and install the facility if required
Fast Food Outlets Catering for Cyclists Provision for cyclists at fast food outlets across Australia has been growing momentum for some time. While the majority of patrons still arrive at these types of premises (by motor vehicle) it is encouraging to see many chains catering for cyclists with the installation of bike racks. In this instance at a Perth McDonalds a Leda CBR6 (catering for six bicycles) has thoughtfully been installed adjacent the entrance where the bikes are highly visible and less likely to be tampered with or stolen. page 10
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Space Saving Double Story Bike Racks As Australia follows trends to design and install larger bicycle parking facilities to cater for the growing number of cyclists riding, the space requirements for parking the bicycles can become a major factor. Leda have pioneered the development of double story bike racks in Australia and offer a number of various models and options. These include “manually operated”, through to gas strut power assist models. As with all our “Securabike” products Leda provides full installation services by experienced Leda staff and ongoing “Securacare” PMC programs to maintain and service these products.
The Block
Anyone who recently watched the latest TV series of “The Block” on channel 9 would be familiar with the conversion of this Melbourne warehouse in Prahran. “The Block Glasshouse” by reports was a very successful series. When it came to installing bicycle parking for the building the obvious choice was Leda “Securabike” bike rails. In this instance our SBR00B stainless rails were selected and installed to compliment the project.
for more information contact: Leda Security Products Phone: 1300 780 450 Email: sales@ledasecurity.com.au Website: www.ledasecurity.com.au archi-tech services newsletter
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WATERPROOF UNDER YOUR DECK
Underdeck solves the age old problem for those who have wanted to utilize under the deck space and keep it dry in the wet, and it expands the outdoor living space. Underdeck is made in Australia and is a specially designed pre-engineered ceiling system that transforms the unsightliness of the underside of the deck into a desirable and usable outdoor living area all year round. Up to now there has not been any standard way to cover under your deck, just many individual ideas.. Underdeck panels catches the water dripping through the deck gap and channels the water away to the gutter running along one edge. Underdeck is designed to catch the water even during the harshest rain storms. It’s a simple system! Water carrying panels are fixed to specially designed fall brackets on the bottom of the joists. All the panels are interlocked to prevent leaks.
Is it just for homes?
No, Underdeck is the perfect solution for both home and commercial solutions when waterproofing under a deck or balcony is required. It can be used as a ceiling on all types of applications inside and outside.
Underdeck is: ●● Made in Australia ●● Easy to install ●● Limited Lifetime warranty (salt spray excluded) ●● All components are maintenance free – will not Rust, Rot or Corrode. ●● Made from recycled metal ●● Available in all Colorbond colors. ●● Versatile product which works with either existing or new decks. ●● Increases usable area for entertainment or storage, without weather worries. ●● Adds value, beauty and is functional.
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Now you have a product which will save money when requiring waterproofing under decks and balconies, with no maintenance or painting. It looks smart and can be used for many applications inside or outside.
for more information contact: Adrian Hunter Phone: 0417 591 113 Email: huntersales@netspace.net.au Website: www.underdeck.com.au page 12
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MOTORISED SASHLESS DOUBLE GLAZED DOUBLE HUNG WINDOWS Austview Sashless Windows
combine the latest in contemporary design with the best elements of proven window technology. Sleek, minimalist Austview Sashless Windows marry with the individual needs of each project and can be used in new or existing residential or commercial buildings with great ease. The clean simple design in either aluminium or timber guides gives a sense of space and light and blend to enhance your overall design. Austview offer a range of double glazed double hung sashless windows to meet the acoustic and thermal energy conservation requirements of many building projects. Flyscreens are easily added and for additional security stainless steel Supa Screens are available. To compliment the Austview range of double hung sashless windows we also supply horizontal sashless sliding windows which are available in a number of configurations. Austview Sashless Windows have passed air infiltration tests in accordance with AS4420.4, making them suitable for air conditioned buildings. Winner of the Australian Window Association's (AWA) Best Use of Windows & Doors - Commercial Construction 2012
DOUBLE GLAZED DOUBLE HUNG Searing heat and bitter cold are kept outside when you install Austview double-glazed counter balanced windows, reducing the temperature transfer between exterior and interior.
ble hung window has proved very popular, with the thickness of the DGU at 18mm, it allows a 10mm airspace on most applications. With an ever increasing range of high performance glass becoming available, this product gives the noise & energy saving solutions required on an ever increasing amount of building projects. We have also been mindful of the need for a minimum frame width.
The Smarter Frameless Sashless Double Hung Windows Specifications: • Frameless sashes • Double seal weather barrier to sliding sashes. • Clear acrylic lift handles, (standard) • Continuous lift handles, (optional) • Keyed locks (vent lock position) • Draft seals to head & sill extrusion • Removable draft seal to overlap • Nonstretch cord to sashes • 6-10mm Safety Glass or annealed glass as required • Aluminium or timber frames Features: • Double Glazed • Flyscreens are easily added • For additional security, stainless steel Supa Screens are available Austview Sashless windows can be inserted into either aluminium or timber. • For aluminium frames you have a choice of anodized or powdercoat colours. • For timber frames, again you have the choice of timber covers either Western Red Cedar or KDHW, inside and out, aluminium or a combination of both.
for more information contact: Andrew Thompson Phone: 1800 356 980 Email: sales@austview.com.au Website: www.austview.com.au
The insulated glazing reduces both the transfer of heat by sunlight and by hot or cold air. So you can have bigger windows and more light yet still save more energy than with a smaller single pane window. The development of our double glazed douarchi-tech services newsletter
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COMPOSITE DECKING
CONCEALED FIXING & MAINTENANCE FREE TESTED TO AS3959-2009 : BAL 29 FIRE RATING
TIMBERLAST™
deck uses a concealed clip system that ensures no nails or screws can be seen on the deck surface. This means there are no nails to be continually punched down. The boards are 5.8m x 140mm x 20mm and come in two colours, driftwood, and redwood, with Screening/fascia 15 x 18 x 4.8m to suit. Timberlast™ Decking has a A/S slip rating of R11 and can be used in commercial applications. It has been used for council board walks, schools and a public water park plus private homes.
It gives the natural look of timber, without the upkeep! Timberlast™ composite decking is: ●● ●● ●● ●● ●●
environmentally friendly using recycled timber fibre & HDPE. moisture, mildew and termite resistant. great around wet areas, such as pools and spas. a No Maintenance Deck, never needs painting, staining or sealing. solid and coloured right through, and with the brushed surface if scratched it is easily repaired. ●● comes with a 10 year limited warranty. ●● compliance to AS 3959 – 2009 Appendix F2, and can be used in BAL 29 Rated fire areas.
For more information contact: Adrian Hunter Phone: 0417 591 113 Email: huntersales@netspace.net.au Website: www.timberlast.com.au
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BALL BEARING DOOR TRACKS Engineered & Manufactured in Australia since 1880
Charles Marshall P/L is a family run business based in Richmond, Victoria, Australia. Our flagship product is an extensive range of FITZROY Ball Bearing Sliding Track systems.
COMPANY HISTORY
Charles Marshall established his engineering business in Fitzroy, Victoria in 1880. Over one hundred and thirty years on, the company has grown, prospered and is still owned and run by the Marshall family. This unique patented system covers a vast range of applications from light-weight kitchen drawers up to giant one tonne door installations and beyond. Developed in 1932, the unique FITZROY system provides a reliable and simple solution to the challenge of finding a durable sliding door track. A FITZROY system was fitted to the bronze doors in 1932 at the Shrine of Rememberance in Melbourne. Today, that same system shows negligible wear and is still operating with effortless ease. Since 1932 FITZROY has been opening doors on some of the most prestigious architectural projects around Australia.
UNIVERSITY TESTED
The University of Melbourne Engineering Department tested a typical section of FITZROY track. The track was subjected to 258 hours of non-stop opening and closing operation. This means that the test door opened and closed fully 130,000 times, travelling approximately 160 kilometres. PRECISION MEASUREMENT RESULTS WERE IMPRESSIVE. Cage Wear - No evidence of wear on either surface Ball Wear - Precision measuring found no evidence of ball wear. Track Wear - 0.0005", So minute as to be regarded as negligible. CONCLUSION From these exhaustive tests, the wear rate calculated was so low it was not possible to estimate the life of the track.
Although FITZROY boasts installation in such projects as the Melbourne Casino, Parliament House in Canberra and the Sydney Opera House- there are thousands of smaller, but equally spectacular buildings around Australia that have chosen FITZROY. Used universally in the construction industry you will find FITZROY in such places as: • • • • • • • • • •
Hospitals, schools, prisons Police stations, sports stadiums Off-shore drilling rigs Power stations, fire stations Swimming pool enclosures Residential housing Commercial premises, hotels Factories, banks Locomotives and rail carriages Horse stables for more information contact: Stephen Hawes Phone: (03) 9429 9044 Email: info@fitzroytracks.com Website: www.fitzroytracks.com
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