AU2615 AU2615 Share Tweet Help Facebook Tweet Help Office New kid on the block Standing tall in the heart of Manhattan, the Bank of America Tower offsets its stature with LEED Platinum accreditation the first for a commercial tower Brass Tacks For centuries, brass and bronze have been used to embellish buildings. The metals are just as much in demand today, as these projects illustrate designed for wellbeing The new ACU Centre for Health and Wellbeing looks after the environment as much as it does its inhabitants Glow in the dark A billowing canopy envelops the public facilities and references the natural attractions at the new Waitomo Glowworm Caves Visitor Centre On the up and up Mixed-use developments are at the forefront of urban renewal, and increasingly, they form part of a masterplan that establishes a city's vision for the future Changing face of the cBD The architectural fabric of our inner cities is constantly subject to change. But increasingly, new insertions are designed to respect, rather than mimic, the heritage character of existing buildings Simple solutions Traditional plumbing systems are not always a cost-effective solution. For this commercial fit-out, a Sanispeed grey wastewater pump from Saniflo allowed plenty of design flexibility ART of architecture Melbourne's iconic arts precinct helped shape the design of the new Triptych apartment tower, which was conceived as an artwork in itself making waves In a city famous for its dramatic, cloud-raking architecture, Aqua cuts a fresh, variegated profile on the skyline Technological influence Situated on the outskirts of Bangalore, Skill City will cement the region's reputation as the information technology centre of India Industrial revival Adaptive reuse is maximised in Light Space, a warehouse conversion that embraces the existing architectural style Disappearing act Now you see it, now you don't. To maximise space and create a free-flowing interior, these projects feature cavity sliders from CS Group sleek and secure This eye-catching, futuristic office fit-out is in keeping with the high level of security technology throughout Creme de la creme To complement the high-end design of the penthouse-style One Macquarie development in Brisbane, the designers specified Resene paints on the interior Plan of things to come A 180ha site on the outskirts of Taupo is set to become New Zealand's largest urban planning development Train of thought With open space at a premium, the under-grounding of the West Kowloon Terminus has provided the people of Hong Kong with three additional hectares of recreational land Five-star treatment Audiovisual solutions for the Poche Centre were provided by All AV By special request Taking a leaf from international developers, Triptych is one of several high-profile apartment developments in our State capitals to feature Poliform cabinetry HEART OF GOLD Robina Town Centre on the Gold Coast has undergone a $215m expansion, with Bovis Lend Lease leading the multifaceted makeover More HEART OF GOLD Robina Town Centre on the Gold Coast has undergone a $215m expansion, with Bovis Lend Lease leading the multifaceted makeover Five-star treatment Acoustic panelling in the Poche Centre was supplied by Keystone Acoustics Five-star treatment Site offices for the Poche Centre project were provided by Royal Wolf Australia Five-star treatment Construction of this comprehensive new cancer centre required a number of innovative solutions, says the team at AW Edwards HEART OF GOLD Robina Town Centre on the Gold Coast has undergone a $215m expansion, with Bovis Lend Lease leading the multifaceted makeover We know the Specialists Latest Book More Books > Trends 40-10 A selection of this month's top homes, kitchens, bathrooms and more Read More Recommended Business Partners Latest Award More > Verdant retreat Similar Stories