NZ Commercial Design Trends Vol. 32/03C
Commercial Design Trends is aimed at our professional readers, and showcases commercial buildings. The book features regular sections on offices, hospitality, retail, education and apartments, as well as a host of other relevant topics. It also presents the latest products and services from designers and manufacturers.
Twisting facade of China's tallest building reduces sway and cuts construction costs
The design of Shanghai Tower's double skin facade cuts wind loads by 24% and contributes to the building's targeted 21% reduction in energy use Read more
Even the door and window hardware has a touch of luxury at this Millbrook Resort home
Upmarket getaway near Queenstown features custom Black Maire timber and matt stainless steel door and window handles and locks from Chant Hardware Read more
Fail safe waterproofing for all commercial applications
From cold-applied, high-performance SafeStick roofing to the best Mastic Asphalt around, Neuchatel is the go-to source for advanced construction waterproofing Read more
Office fit-out places a social kitchen at its heart to emphasise connectivity
Design of Fisher & Paykel Sydney offices by Custance features transparent meeting pods, while a curving, 3D plywood ceiling bisects the space Read more
New Christchurch building a model of efficient office design
The new Christchurch UniMed building comprises modern office and retail options the steel, glass and terracotta facade references the Isaac Theatre Royal Read more
Advanced ceilings add dynamic feel to Fonterra head office
Various Armstrong ceiling systems were introduced as features, as wayfinders, and to dampen acoustics in the new Fonterra building Read more
Operable louvre roofs make the most of entertainment deck for office staff
Staff at Fonterra's new headquarters can enjoy the sixth-floor deck year round thanks to LouvreTec's rain-or-shine 200 Super Roof Lite Read more
Rugged high-spec mortice lock brings peace of mind.
Strong, durable Selector 3700 Series Mortice lock by Assay Abloy is designed for quick and easy installation Read more
Permacolour coloured concrete is ideal for road safety uses
Colured concrtete offers a low up keep, high profile solution to tricky road situations available in a range of colours from Sienna to Red to Read more
Off-white wall surfaces bring lightness to Fonterra lift lobbies
Resene Double Alabaster wall finishes complete the lift areas and the exteriors of some meeting rooms at the new Fonterra office building Read more
Activity Based Working underpins the design of Fonterra's new headquarters
Working across architecture, landscaping and interior design, Jasmax has delivered an integrated design outcome for this new, seven-storey commercial building Read more
Contemporary fit-out dovetails with heritage-protected building
The new Lonely Planet offices in Melbourne feature destination inspired settings interwoven with and complementing the red brick heritage building it inhabits Read more
