AU2414 AU2414 Share Tweet Help Facebook Tweet Help Hospitality Bento box Japanese cooking is an event in itself, so for this Hollywood restaurant the focus is on the chefs, while aesthetic design elements reflect a refined Japanese style Warm glow Due to an extended flue system, Real Flame's range of fireplaces can be installed almost anywhere including high-rise apartment buildings Leading light The North Tower's facades of ecologically responsive, shining glass were supplied by G James Glass Reinventing Japan This restaurant manipulates scale and colour to create distinct dining experiences for its patrons. The design evokes a Japanese sensibility without resorting to cultural cliches Global positioning Powerscape wall linings provide eco-friendly option Colonial flavour Comfortable grandfather chairs, taxidermy and mounted trophy horns help to give this new bar an ambience similar to explorers' clubs in India and Singapore around the turn of last century The walls are alive Demonstrating its dedication to sustainability with several innovations in its own office, Umow Lai are on a quest to become Australia's first 6-Star Green Star rated office interior Bright for business Workplace functionality is assured with the Free desking system from Commerical Images The walls are alive The developer and construction company, Walton Construction, was able to include additional elements to push the office towards its 6-Star rating Reflected glory This office and hotel complex presents a shining facade of glass to the world every glazed element, inside and out, was supplied and installed by Queensland Glass Industry first With water-saving functions and cleaner electricity generation, this development demonstrates that the use of ESD principles is not confined to the commercial sector Leading light Green Square North Tower is the latest addition to Brisbane's largest high-tech office park,and the tower's cutting-edge design takes a giant leap forward in energy efficiency Leading light Absorption chillers go hand in hand with the co-generation process. ECS provided the plant that ensured North Tower receives free air conditioning Leading light Flooring and paving solutions from National Tiles Design for the next century Sustainable design initiatives, a large, column-free interior and campus-style internal courtyard are key features of Brisbane's Centenary Square project, designed by Rice Daubney Waterfront living Cosy atmosphere Time for a change This comprehensive fit-out brings a refined look to Westpac Epping branch offices. Lipman carried out the project to a tight deadline Professional face For precision refrigeration and stand-out aesthetics, Crown Commercial offers a turnkey design service that puts your food and beverages in the best possible light Waterfront living Blind choice What lies beneath High-traffic areas, especially those in commercial settings, require flooring products that not only look good, but are hard-wearing also Waterfront living Integrated systems Leading light In a building featuring leading-edge technologies, it required close project managing and configuring of all elements, Triple M undertook this role Leading light Installing and configuring the building's co-generation plant was central to a Six Star Green Star rating and was undertaken by Q Electrical Leading light A well-resourced, experienced contractor was needed to draw together North Tower and supply two integrated fit-outs. Leighton Contractors undertook the role from planning to completion Leading light Basalt tiles complement modern interiors Leading light Safety of workers, pedestrians, and valuable on-site materials were some of the security roles that fell to Corps Security. Bright for business Glass in a wide variety of applications gives this office fit-out sparkle and transparency Lasting impression Designed to engage the five senses, the interior of this award-winning five-star hotel reflects its renowned brand and its Middle Eastern location Little Italy Details such as a paved dining floor, aged facades, and even a suspended washing line, have made walking into this restaurant like stepping out onto an Italian street Solid versatility Floors, walls, and splashbacks this porcelain stoneware material can be applied to a host of surfaces, in internal and external areas The walls are alive The wide range of energy-saving light fixtures from Zumtobel was the ideal choice to contribute to the 6-Star rating A higher level This custom staircase appears to hang in space like a floating sculpture creating a practical design feature for the building it services Global positioning With many of the world's most significant buildings already in its portfolio, engineering giant Arup is gearing up for an even greater expansion in Australia Leading light Recyclable carpet tiles chosen for Green Square Looking sharp The new Australian head office for Virgin Blue Airlines is as much about reinforcing the company's core values as it is about providing an inspirational workplace, says main contractor Isis Projects Global positioning Blinds from KWA improve energy efficiency Bright for business A combination of textures, colours and an easy-flow layout makes the offices of Evans and Peck a highly functional and sensory experience More Showpiece The grand scale and dynamic, contemporary form of the new Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre reflect its international standing and the Government's visionary master plan Writing on the wall The rich, distinctive designs of Arabic scripts and Bedouin carpets inspired the architecture of The College of the North Atlantic in Qatar The suite life Using mid-century furniture and local products and materials, the owner/designer of this Wellington hotel has created a true New Zealand experience for his guests Ground control Sporting a geometric shape your maths teacher never showed you, Adelaide's dynamic new Channel Seven building signals its purpose loud and clear Jewel in the crown Following in the footsteps of some of America's greatest architects, the designers and owners of this new Chicago building understood full well the significance of the Michigan Avenue site Artistic focus Light control Arresting landmark The new Bendigo Police Station asserts a strong public presence and the building's complex facade addresses as many design issues as it has angles Splash of colour A number of design devices and colourful elements ensure memories of visiting this office and training facility will linger on When the heat is on Energy-efficient initiatives in the new Metropolitan Fire Brigade training facility include an innovative cooling system and passive design features that limit solar gain Shape of things to come Sustainable mixed-use developments are a blueprint for the future. But, as this project by Abigroup Contractors illustrates, they involve a complex, yet rewarding construction programme Passive effective The new Melbourne Metropolitan Fire Brigade Burnley complex features a raft of eco-friendly initiatives Connell Wagner provided the engineering design consultancy Greener pastures Cardno required offices with an emphasis on staff interconnectivity Harry Poulos Architects designed the resulting dynamic, open-plan fit-out Larger than life Vibrant floor-to-ceiling signage, advanced IT systems, and a prominent inner-city location are just some of the features of KBR's new Brisbane offices Bright for business The design and sustainability requirements for the carpet in Evans and Peck fit-out were able to be accomodated by Asset Flooring Group Artistic focus Floating ascent Artistic focus This collaborative effort delivered a successful outcome for the creative industries educational sector in Queensland Waterfront living As well as being centrally located, all the apartments in Evolve at Jacksons Landing, from skyhomes and loft homes to garden terraces, enjoy north-facing harbour views Straight is for squares Curved glass with a high thermal performance can turn eyes up and power consumption down Bent & Curved Glass offers a range of contemporary options We know the Specialists Latest Book More Books > Trends 40-11 Trends 40-11 Read More Recommended Business Partners Latest Award More > In the limelight Similar Stories