The importance of windows in the sustainable design toolkit
From roof colour to insulation, from appliances to landscaping, all the material selections made in a project form a part of the build’s overall sustainability. Architects and Building Designers are tasked with the most important objectives; managing client expectations, design intent, – and of course budget all within site parameters and building compliance. When it […]
Beyond the metal
AWS is pleased to announce our partnership with Greenfleet to 100% offset the carbon emissions of our fleet’s freight movements. In recent years and with good reason, much emphasis globally has been placed on reducing the reliance on coal generated electricity to refine alumina and smelt it into aluminium. Architectural Window Systems (AWS) has long […]
Maximising energy efficiency with glazing technology
With so much focus on the new residential energy provisions under the National Construction Code (NCC) it’s timely to be reminded that energy efficient housing design is not solely reliant on material selection. In many instances, achieving a 7 Star energy rating on new projects will lead to higher specified materials, and the inevitable upfront […]
Low carbon aluminium – business as usual for AWS
At present, primary aluminium, or aluminium produced from mined bauxite that is then refined into alumina and smelted into aluminium, is an electricity-intensive raw material. In fact, globally the aluminium industry contributes 2% of greenhouse gas emissions—equivalent to about 1.1 billion tons of carbon dioxide (CO2).(1) However, demand for aluminium is expected to grow, in […]
Has your home got the ComfortEDGE™?
You’ve been scouring the Internet, researching everything you need to create your dream home. Vision boards, Pinterest boards – you know exactly how you want your home to look and feel. It’s your sanctuary away from the world. You know a core element in creating your dream home is in the insulation. Wall, floor and […]
Promoting Regional Architecture and Design
The past couple of months have been tough and uncertain for thousands of Australians in the construction and design industries. As an Australian owned and operated business we want to do our bit as our way of continuing to support our regional fabricators, designers and architects. We would like to showcase the expertise of our […]
WIN TICKETS to see Kevin McCloud
Got a grand design to share with the world? Show us and you could win 2 tickets to Kevin McCloud’s Australian show “The world according to Kevin!” Post your entry on Instagram or Facebook, tell us which city you’re posting from and tag @awsaustralia and @vantageaustralia with the hashtag #mygranddesign in the comments for your chance to win. […]
Win a trip to New Zealand to attend the NZ Institute of Architects Conference 2019
In:situ – the 2019 NZIA Conference, will take place from 14-16 February 2019. Held every two years in:situ is an opportunity for architects and the wider public to be inspired, to learn and to share in some of the best new architectural thinking. A world-class lineup of speakers has been confirmed for the conference. Thanks […]
Parlour: women, equity, architecture
The following post has been written by Susie Ashworth. Susie is a content editor for the Parlour website, which advocates for equity and diversity in the architecture industry. She is also the co-producer of the Parlour Guidelines to Equitable Practice, which won the 2015 National Bates Smart Award for Architecture in the Media. AWS are […]
Win a trip to New Zealand to attend the Home of the Year 2018 lectures
Win a trip to New Zealand to attend the Home of the Year 2018 lectures brought to you by Altherm and HOME New Zealand magazine. Home of the Year is New Zealand’s most prestigious – and lucrative – prize for residential architecture. The awards celebrate the best New Zealand homes: the winners are unique intersections between a […]