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🏆 Australia Excels in Timber Design: Professor Nolan to Host Awards 🚧The 2024 Australian Timber Design Awards are just around the corner, showcasing Australia’s innovative timber design and construction leadership. This year’s ceremony will occur at Sydney’s Walsh’s Bay, Pier 2, on October 16. 🔎 What You Need to Know: 1️⃣ Celebrating Excellence: Australia is home to some of the most impressive timber-rich buildings globally, including three of the most significant timber structures currently in development and the largest timber-roofed stadium. Andrew Dunn, the awards organiser, emphasises that the surge in exceptional timber projects stems from the robust training provided to architects and engineers. 2️⃣ Notable Winners: Last year’s awards celebrated remarkable projects like Boola Katitjin, the Southern Hemisphere’s largest mass timber building, and the revival of the Sydney Opera House, which won the overall award. With a record number of nominations this year, the competition continues highlighting Australia's strong timber design tradition. 3️⃣ Expert Leadership: Professor Gregory Nolan from the University of Tasmania will host this year’s awards. With extensive experience in architecture and sustainable timber use, Professor Nolan has been instrumental in educating the architects behind many of Australia’s significant timber projects. 🔗 Read more about the upcoming Australian Timber Design Awards and secure your tickets: https://lnkd.in/gpU6pCmv 🗣️ #questionforgroup: How can we further promote the use of timber in architectural design? What role do awards and recognition play in driving innovation within the industry? #timber #sustainability #architecture #woodcentral #awards #masstimber #engineering #woodsolutions #glulam #crosslaminatedtimber

🏆 Australia Excels in Timber Design: Professor Nolan to Host Awards 🚧The 2024 Australian Timber Design Awards are just around the corner, showcasing Australia’s innovative timber design and construction leadership. This year’s ceremony will occur at Sydney’s Walsh’s Bay, Pier 2, on October 16. 🔎 What You Need to Know: 1️⃣ Celebrating Excellence: Australia is home to some of the most impressive timber-rich buildings globally, including three of the most significant timber structures currently in development and the largest timber-roofed stadium. Andrew Dunn, the awards organiser, emphasises that the surge in exceptional timber projects stems from the robust training provided to architects and engineers. 2️⃣ Notable Winners: Last year’s awards celebrated remarkable projects like Boola Katitjin, the Southern Hemisphere’s largest mass timber building, and the revival of the Sydney Opera House, which won the overall award. With a record number of nominations this year, the competition continues highlighting Australia's strong timber design tradition. 3️⃣ Expert Leadership: Professor Gregory Nolan from the University of Tasmania will host this year’s awards. With extensive experience in architecture and sustainable timber use, Professor Nolan has been instrumental in educating the architects behind many of Australia’s significant timber projects. 🔗 Read more about the upcoming Australian Timber Design Awards and secure your tickets: https://lnkd.in/gpU6pCmv 🗣️ #questionforgroup: How can we further promote the use of timber in architectural design? What role do awards and recognition play in driving innovation within the industry? #timber #sustainability #architecture #woodcentral #awards #masstimber #engineering #woodsolutions #glulam #crosslaminatedtimber

In a growing trend, architects and designers are turning to timber as a key element in creating functional and engaging public spaces.

🏆 Australia Excels in Timber Design: Professor Nolan to Host Awards 🚧The 2024 Australian Timber Design Awards are just around the corner, showcasing Australia’s innovative timber design and construction leadership. This year’s ceremony will occur at Sydney’s Walsh’s Bay, Pier 2, on October 16. 🔎 What You Need to Know: 1️⃣ Celebrating Excellence: Australia is home to some of the most impressive timber-rich buildings globally, including three of the most significant timber structures currently in development and the largest timber-roofed stadium. Andrew Dunn, the awards organiser, emphasises that the surge in exceptional timber projects stems from the robust training provided to architects and engineers. 2️⃣ Notable Winners: Last year’s awards celebrated remarkable projects like Boola Katitjin, the Southern Hemisphere’s largest mass timber building, and the revival of the Sydney Opera House, which won the overall award. With a record number of nominations this year, the competition continues highlighting Australia's strong timber design tradition. 3️⃣ Expert Leadership: Professor Gregory Nolan from the University of Tasmania will host this year’s awards. With extensive experience in architecture and sustainable timber use, Professor Nolan has been instrumental in educating the architects behind many of Australia’s significant timber projects. 🔗 Read more about the upcoming Australian Timber Design Awards and secure your tickets: https://lnkd.in/gpU6pCmv 🗣️ #questionforgroup: How can we further promote the use of timber in architectural design? What role do awards and recognition play in driving innovation within the industry? #timber #sustainability #architecture #woodcentral #awards #masstimber #engineering #woodsolutions #glulam #crosslaminatedtimber

7 Features Revolutionizing Architectural Design Trends Now Sustainable Materials and Green Building Practices Architects have started seeking materials and techniques that permit environmental stewardship, and they form the backbone of contemporary architecture. Cross-laminated timber and hempcrete have stepped in place of traditional materials such as concrete and steel on account of their advantages for sustainability, thermal insulation, and structural integrity. LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) and WELL certifications underpin sustainability standards to encourage energy efficiency and eco-friendly construction. Green roofs and living walls are now commonplace features. Green roofs improve city biodiversity and, ideally, allow for better air quality. These technologies and passive design principles maximize natural light and ventilation, providing an optimal compromise between architecture and nature. https://lnkd.in/g6SrKm3s

Feeling overwhelmed by the number of sustainable options available? We get it. The vast array of sustainable materials and technologies can be overwhelming and often puts people off pursuing a sustainably focussed home. At Absolute Architecture, we put sustainability at the heart of everything we do. Our architects have a real understanding of the ever changing choices to help you navigate the complexities of sustainable building and future proofing your home. Discover the importance of sustainable building design and how smart material choices can lay the foundation for an energy-efficient home. We'll work with you to identify the solutions that best suit your needs, budget, and environmental goals. Want to talk through your dream project? We'd love to hear from you - https://loom.ly/tigLUYw #passivhausprinciples #sustainablebuilding #sustainablematerials #dreamproject #sustainability #architect #architecture

We are thrilled to collaborate with Australian Development Capital Brunsdon Studio and Breathe on the Price St Apartments project in Perth. This residential development is currently in the design phase, showcasing unique structural challenges and innovative solutions. The project includes one level of basement on a common podium, with the entire façade constructed of brick. To expedite construction and enhance the building's sustainability, we have opted for a non-load-bearing brick façade. This approach significantly reduces material usage compared to a traditional load-bearing brick structure, resulting in substantial material savings. Our solution not only accelerates the construction timeline but also aligns with our commitment to sustainable building practices. Our structural engineering services ensure that Price St will be both functional and aesthetically pleasing. By integrating advanced engineering techniques, we aim to create a design that meets the project's requirements while promoting efficiency and sustainability. The non-load-bearing brick façade is a testament to our innovative approach, balancing structural integrity with environmental considerations. We are excited to see Price Street evolve into a sustainable residential development that exemplifies cutting-edge design and engineering solutions. Project Collaborators BREATHE ARCHITECTURE LIMITED Brunsdon Studio MALA-studio Griffiths Architects @art_theory_perth Hatch House Business Group Studio Brave Swift Brown Fox #StructuralEngineering #PriceStreet #Subiaco #UrbanDevelopment #ProjectLaunch #HeraEngineering #ADC #SustainableDesign #CommunitySpaces #UrbanLiving

🌿 **Passionate about Architecture that Honors Culture and Sustainability** 🌿 Hello! How's everyone doing? I wanted to share something that really inspires me. For me, architecture is more than just designing spaces; it's an opportunity to connect with history and the environment around us. Projects like *Townsville North Rail Yards* in Queensland, Australia, are a great example of how to revitalize heritage areas while respecting cultural identity and promoting sustainability. Here, old rail tracks and historic structures are seamlessly integrated with contemporary buildings, creating the perfect balance between the past and the present. This approach not only preserves the past but also respects the tropical climate of the area by incorporating local vegetation to create a functional and aesthetically pleasing landscape. The use of natural light, open spaces, and sustainable design shows how architecture can be transformative, connecting communities and promoting environmental well-being. 🌱 I'm inspired by how projects like this not only transform spaces but also positively impact the surrounding communities. Do you know of other projects making a difference? 🌍🏛️ #SustainableArchitecture #CulturalPreservation #ResponsibleDesign #Townsville [Link to the project here](https://lnkd.in/dmdiAtru)

ASP Access Floors International congratulates Hines Jackson Clements Burrows Architects (JCB) Icon on the magnificent Compressed Laminate Timber Construction T3 38 Wellington Street Collingwood Australia. We are proud to have been selected to design, manufacture, supply and install the sustainable access floor system into the commercial environment that offers tenancy flexibility for the developer within a modern commercial infrastructure. Our Access Floor System offers unhindered accessibility to power and data ensuring morph ability of the system throughout the lifespan of the build. With some CLT design and structure (of old) having a lifespan greater than 500 years, as does the access floor design concept, architects can leverage design options in timber and porcelains utilizing magnetic technology which eliminate substrates (ASP Magnes, ASP Eclipse). Substrates, when removed, may shorten the lifespan of the access floor system, as tenancies change, design changes, revision of open workspaces occur. The ASP Icon and Urban Access Floor Systems contain a 97% recycled content thereby delivering an EPD International AB EPD Australasia and attributing to measurements in LEED Certification Green Building Council of Australia U.S. Green Building Council. The system also offers acoustic benefits with 'real-time' CLT Environment Testing for the commercial environment : unparalleled research of an access floor system within a commercial environment. We are honored to have been part of this project that offers sustainable solutions that contribute to creating a Carbon Neutral Footprint. #sustainableconstruction #sustainabledevelopment #sustainablearchitecture #commercialconstruction #commercialarchitecture #commercialdevelopment #epd #accessfloor #raisedaccessfloor #architect #construction #carbonoffset

Teaching Tuesday: How can architects help enhance comfort of indoor/outdoor spaces? Architects can help enhance the comfort of indoor and outdoor spaces by using cooling techniques such as misting systems, strategically placed fans, and reflective materials. Misting systems release fine water mist that evaporates to reduce temperatures, while fans improve air circulation, creating a breeze that cools the area. Reflective materials minimize heat absorption by reflecting sunlight, making roofs, walls, and outdoor surfaces cooler. By combining these methods, architects create environments that remain comfortable even during the hottest months. Misting systems and fans can be used together for enhanced cooling, while reflective materials paired with natural shading elements like trees or pergolas further reduce temperatures.