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Rain, Wind & FireRain, Wind & FireDesign for a Climate Changed World

Queensland, 2009

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The Building Designer No.154 April 2009

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Ben HennigMercury Design1300 133 [email protected]

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Mercury Design delivers yet another astounding design with the contemporary yet sophisticatedBridge Residence located in urban Clayfield.

The design maximises space and includes high ceilings and largevoids to ensure a visually excitingresidence, as well as maintaining a seamless connection between indoor and outdoor living.The first floor acts as a private retreat for the family, with good separation between the master and secondarysuites as well as large modern bathrooms with a sleek and stylish appeal.

A celebration of natural light and ventilation, the clean modern lines of the home have been softened bythe incorporation of richly textured tiles, ornate wallpaper and reconstituted timber veneers. Large windows, linear elements and a wide variety of materials were used

ENJAMIN to enhance the unique design and create dramatic contrasts between light and dark.

The outdoor living areas provideideal settings for entertaining and flow effortlessly to the indoors. Each of the living areas has access to the yard and central pool area which remains a focal point of the residence.

Maximising security and privacy the home is set back from the street and includes a natural approach tolandscaping to maintain the contemporary and laidback ambience of the design.

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ALAIDBACK

QUEENSLANDBEACH SHACK

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aluminum doors and screens. The

pool sits adjacent to this area with

a timber deck extending from the

sliding doors to the pools edge.

Generously sized open plan living

areas create a flow-through effect,

being placed at the front of the

home with private quarters toward

the rear. The lounge area includes

louvered windows on all sides and

the kitchen features a laminated

mini-wall shielding the sink, with

the granite bench top extending

beyond as a table on a stainless

steel frame.

he main bedroom

incorporates an open ensuite

with huge bathtub and a bed-head

wall concealing the walk through

wardrobe behind. To allow for

good separation, the secondary

bedrooms are located at the other

end of the wing. Both include

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IN THE BLUE Lagoon

Estate of Trinity Beach is this

modern version of a Queenslander

from Matthew Carley. Emanating

style and charm, the home blends

beachside ambience with

contemporary flavours and the

laidback lifestyle indicative of

Queensland living.

A white slatted garden wall

presents a private facade to the

street. Passers-by catch glimpses

of the eye-catching blue-green

weatherboarding of the home and

the timber deck path leading up to

the front porch.

Embracing outdoor living in

comfort and style, a centrally

located indoor patio room was

designed to replace the traditional

patio and has the ability to adapt

to differing climatic conditions

through the use of sliding

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good ventilation through the

motif louvered windows. A fourth

bedroom or study area overlooks

the rear garden.

Featuring a corner bath, the large

family bathroom is located to give

access from the pool area deck as

well as the rest of the home

through a sliding glazed door.

With a clean and bright colour

scheme, warm finishes and inviting

atmosphere, the home gives the

feeling of a laidback Queensland

beach shack without

compromising privacy or luxury.


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Matthew Carley Designs0438 126 [email protected]

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COLORBOND® steel proves yet again why it remains the leader in innovative roofing materials with a new colour range and technological advancements which provide a new level of improved thermal performance for residential and commercial construction across the new standard colour palette.

Colour improvements COLORBOND® steel has always provided an exciting range of contemporary colours, which just got better with the introduction of three new colours but still maintains an extensive twenty colour palette to suit every house style, geography and environment across Australia. The new colours are: Loft® - a rich, deep brown with a slight aubergine overtone, Monument™ – a deep and subtle charcoal grey/blue, and Evening Haze® - a neutral cream.

Thermatech™ technologyClimate change and the impact that buildings are having on the environment are issues that are becoming more important in the Australian market, with moves to improve the energy efficiency of homes and public buildings to help reduce the impact of construction on the environment and ultimately reduce energy bills.

BlueScope Steel is proud to introduce the next generation of COLORBOND® steel which now incorporates new Thermatech™ technologywhich helps to do this by absorbing less of the

sun’s heat therefore keeping the roofspace cooler and providing greater thermal comfort in buildings that feature a roof made from COLORBOND® steel.

Improved thermal efficiencyThe use of Thermatech™ technology means that on average across the entire colour range, there is a reduction in solar absorptance of five per cent. Not only does the new COLORBOND® steel standard colour palette have seven colours classified as light or very light under BASIX and the Building Code of Australia’s colour classification, but with the addition of Thermatech™ technology the greatest improvement in thermal performance is in the dark colour range. This offers builders and designers a greater choice of colours and in some parts of Australia, reduced need for the amount of insulation required to meet building regulations.

BlueScope Steel’s residential business devel-opment manager for COLORBOND® steel, Greg Jones, commented: “Roofing made from COLORBOND® steel now provides builders and designers with a wider choice of lighter and contemporary colours, which can help to achieve reduced energy impact and keep roofs cooler. For builders and designers that like dark colours then COLORBOND® steel is the material of choice because the addition of Thermatech™

has improved the performance of our dark colour range the most.”

Warranty improvementsBlueScope Steel has also rolled out a number of improved warranty offers, across applications such as roofing, walling, and gutters and downpipes.

For all COLORBOND® steel warranty information including eligibility and application, visit www.colorbond.com. All warranties are of course backed by Australia’s own BlueScope Steel – a name you can trust, giving you peace of mind.

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ROOFINGREVOLUTIONCOLORBOND® STEEL INSPIRESTHE NEXT GENERATION OF ROOFING MATERIALS

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A SPACIOUS HOMEThe Embodiment of charm, while maintaining function.

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Including a home theatre and largestudy, the remainder of the home leaves very little to be desired.Thekitchen, dining and living areas exist in one large integrated space that leads out to the coveredentertainment area. A rumpus room,complete with kitchenette and additional bathroom, acts as an extra entertaining area and flowsseamlessly to the poolside.

With effortless appeal, the simple and spacious yet charming home takes advantage of the breathtaking outlook and incorporates panoramicviews from almost every room.There is plenty of privacy and everyluxury is catered for.

RIFFITH HOUSE FROM SPAZIO

Design is a stylish and contemporary family home situated in the Closeburn countryside.Thisspacious home embodies charm without compromising function and liveability for the owners and their family.

Utilising the natural contours of the site, the residence takes on multiple levels creating effortless separation between living, entertainment and private areas. Optimal cross ventilation is also achieved through the use of levels.

Low maintenance materials wereused throughout to maximise the liveability and warmth of the home.A neutral colour palette blended with rich timber tones amplifies this warm and inviting ambience.

The voluminous residence includes large bedrooms with built ins and a 3 way bathroom accessed from each of the rooms. Privacy is maintained with the inclusion of an ensuite tothe master suite.

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Marta FiglioliSpazio Design 07 3264 [email protected]

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Growing your business in 2009

With Christmas and New Year now well and truly over,

you can set your sights on ensuring your business

grows and improves during 2009.

Whether you are seeking larger premises for your

business, want to branch out into a franchise, or are

simply looking to grow your business or take on new

staff, you will need to manage these changes

successfully.You should also be aware of what grants,

assistance and support is available for you in growing

your business.

business.gov.au's newly updated Growing your

business checklist can show you what you can do to

grow or improve your business.The online checklist

covers the fundamental issues you may need to

consider when you grow and improve your business.

It contains compliance and regulatory issues, ideas for

new business opportunities, and contact details for

agencies that can give you advice along the way.

Updating your structure and business plan

Your business structure is often the first thing to

change when your business grows, particularly if you

start out on your own and then decide to take on a

partner or even want to register your business as a

company.

Your existing business plan may have got you this far,

but future planning is crucial to the ongoing growth

of your business. As your business expands, you

should regularly review and update your business

plan.The checklist provides you with a number of

contacts and tools you can use to update your

business structure and business plan.

Financial management and legal considerations

Good financial management is essential for the

expansion of your business. Getting your finances in

order means your business can operate more

efficiently and puts you in a better position when

seeking funding for growth.

As with finance, your legal obligations will change as

your business grows. On the plus side, your annual

turnover will be higher, but it could mean you need to

register for GST. If you expand into different areas,

such as providing new products and services in your

business, you may need to gain additional licences

and permits.

Grants and financial assistance to expand your

business

Did you know that you can access grants and other

funding from federal, state and territory governments,

and in some cases from local councils?

You can gain financial assistance for a range of

business activities such as expanding your business,

research and development, innovation and exporting.

Check out the Growing your business checklist for

more information.

Employing people and training

As you enter this growth phase, you may hire your first

apprentice or employee or may be hiring people in

greater numbers than before. If you plan on employing

new staff then you will need to know about your

ongoing obligations such as employee entitlements,

occupational health and safety obligations and

workers compensation insurance obligations.

You may also like to broaden your skill base and those

of your staff. Attending training on new technologies

and topics relevant to your business industry can

help increase your profits, productivity, staff

motivation and customer satisfaction.

The checklist details numerous contacts for support

and information to help you work out the exact

entitlements of your employees along with a list of

training opportunities in your area.

Save the planet

Your business growth does not have to mean the

environment suffers. By introducing good

environmental management practices you will not

only reduce your overall impact on the planet, but

your business can profit from cost savings through

efficiency or productivity gains.

You can learn how to implement an environmental

management plan and minimise your impact simply

by checking out the Growing your business checklist.

Promote your business

You may think marketing and advertising is the

answer to successfully promoting your growing

business, but without regularly assessing who

your target audience and competitors are you

may miss the mark. Making the right people

aware of your business as it changes and grows is

the key to success.

If you have made significant changes to your

business, you need to remember to also update your

marketing plan and update your advertising material,

such as business cards, signage and logos.

Getting support and advice

Not sure where to start? The checklist provides a list

of government services available to help you grow or

improve your business.These services can provide

general advice, workshops, seminars and networking

events, and can even match you with a mentor or

business coach. The Growing your business checklist

brings together a range of information from all levels

of government in Australia to help you grow or

improve your businesses.

2009 can be the year for your business to succeed,

grow and improve.The right knowledge, support and

business information is available for you at

www.business.gov.au to manage this year's success. If

you haven't got a copy of the Growing your business

checklist yet, download your free copy from

www.business.gov.au/checklist today.

business.gov.au

business.gov.au is the Australian Government's award winning business website that

offers free information about starting, running, growing or exiting your business.

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The Australian Timber Design Awards is

a national competition designed to showcase and

encourage the innovative structural and aesthetic

use of timber in Australia.

Australian Timber Design Awards

enter now!10th Anniversary

The National winner of

the competition will

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MARKET Coomera, this ultra modern home byCJ Design Drafting is designed for space,durability and stylewith a relaxedatmosphere.

The front façade provides maximum street appeal combining a blue-grey colour scheme with a massive timber and glass entry door within the front portico.Theentry featuresweatherboarding creating a contemporary Queensland feelto the home.

Featuring a stunning kitchen with large island bench, the open plan design of the home provides plenty of space for living and play without compromising privacy.The richly textured timber flooring creates a charming flow-through effect.

The home is designed to embraceminimalism and an uncluttered feel.High ceilings enhance the spaciousness of the home, and high quality finishes ensure every luxuryand comfort is catered for within a frame of function and livability.

Separating the parents' area fromthe children's retreat is a lovelycentral living space that flows with openness and light, invoking a family orientated and stylish ambience.The children's area is also afforded a small deck which leads into the easily maintained yard.

With the inclusion of a double garage and a carport to the side under the main roof, plenty of space is made available for vehicles without defacing the style of the home. A pool and alfresco deck placed centrally within the design caters for safety and easy accessibility from the living areas.

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