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Blinds from KWA improve energy efficiency

View of an office area in the ARUP ceiling, glass, interior design, product design, gray — View of an office area in the ARUP offices in Brisbane which feature eco-friendly blinds from KWA Blinds.

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View of an office area in the ARUP door, glass, interior design, shade, window, window blind, window covering, window treatment, gray

View of an office area in the ARUP ceiling, classroom, conference hall, furniture, interior design, office, product design, table, wall, gray

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View of an office area in the ARUP display device, glass, interior design, office, projection screen, shade, technology, wall, window, window covering

View of an office area in the ARUP architecture, ceiling, daylighting, glass, interior design, office, gray, black

Minimising solar gain was another way the design team ensured the new Arup Brisbane office would achieve a comfortable indoor environment and high energy efficiency. To this end, the designers specified environmentally friendly blinds from Brisbane-based KWA Blinds.

Director Sonya Wilson says the fit-out features Vertilux Easy Drive roller blinds in semi-transparent Euroscreen fabric, in the colour Smoke; Vertilux Double Multilinked roller blinds both chain operated and motorised in Euroscreen Smoke fabric, and Madison blockout fabric in the colour Alaska.

"These products all have the highest possible rating within eco-specifier criteria," Wilson says. "They have no PVC and low VOCs, so they emit fewer gases and chemicals, creating a healthier workplace. The fabric used in the blinds also assists with energy efficiency and provides daytime glare control."

Wilson says the double blinds enable Arup to achieve extra sun protection and privacy. The Madison blockout fabric also ensures the interior is dark enough for audiovisual presentations. The motorised blinds eliminate the need for chains and cords.

KWA Blinds, established in 1994, specialises in the supply of high-quality, custom-made blinds and curtains for the commercial market. The company works with a wide range of manufacturers, which means it can readily source the most appropriate products.

Other major projects in the company's portfolio include Brisbane Square, Northbridge office tower and Brisbane Magistrates' Court.

For further information, contact KWA Blinds, phone (07) 3821 2555. Email: info@kwa.com.au, or visit the website: www.kwa.com.au.

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13 Oct, 2008

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