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New guide provides timber design and construction solutions for aged care accommodation

Australia’s ageing population is increasing the demand for aged care facilities and timber building systems have the potential to deliver significant construction cost savings.

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A Space Optimised for Acoustic Performance

This intimate venue is designed with a high level of acoustic performance. The auditorium interior, optimised for chamber music, is a musical instrument in itself, providing fullness, clarity, richness and warmth.

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Refurbishing a 1960s Heritage Theatre

This 1960s heritage listed theatre was taken back to core fabric – the elegant timber panelling was considered of ‘heritage interest’, and was maintained to recognise the unique qualities of the original design. The theatre remains contemporary and uniquely Melbourne, but is now revitalised, attracting a greater diversity of users.

Design Guide 42 Building Code of Australia Deemed to Satisfy Solutions for Timber Aged Care Buildings (Class 9c)

This guide covers fire and acoustic requirements as well as providing timber-based design and construction solutions for aged care facilities.

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A Proud Community Backdrop

Club Mandalay uses the warmth of natural timber to welcome a diverse visitor group, providing bold architecture that stands proud as a backdrop for the community.

Australian Forestry Standard becomes Responsible Wood

Australian Forestry Standard Ltd has changed its name to Responsible Wood

'Social tribes' inspired hotel room design a winner

Five international design houses used the ‘Science of Tribes’ social concept to design uniquely imagined guest rooms that were the star attractions at a Sleep hospitality industry interior design show in London.

ATDA Award-winners Seminar Presentations 12-17

This ‘case study’ focused WoodSolutions seminar presented award-winning local and interstate projects in categories including: Residential, Multi Residential, Alterations & Additions, Sustainability, Interior Fit-out, Timber Windows and Doors, Recycled Timber as well as the overall 2017 ATDA Excellence in Timber Design Winner – International House Sydney.

archi:talk - Hannah Tribe, TRIBE Studio

Hannah founded TRIBE Studio in 2003 to create architecture of intelligence, empathy and energy. Since then, the studio has won more than thirty awards. In this short video, she discusses design, materials, sustainability and more.

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