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hospitals for the

Senior Researcher with Hassell.

telehealth revolution
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As the influence of tech on our lives expands, so too does the
reach of digital healthcare. COVID-19 has accelerated the uptake
of a variety of virtual care services, not least the humble telehealth
phone call between patient and practitioner.

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With the help of The University of Queensland, is sustained as expected, hospitals will soon seeing their doctor on a screen or over the

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the exponential increase in telehealth brought to accommodate emerging digital models of make way for dedicated telehealth spaces.
about by the pandemic. With a new model of care care, if they haven’t started already. Many health facility design guidelines have
may come new space typologies, and hospital Unfortunately there aren’t many built only limited references to telehealth, offering
planners need to be thinking about them now. precedents or best-practice guides to steer general suggestions about good internet
In the midst of dealing with infection control hospitals through this change. Despite the connections, ergonomically positioned IT
and community anxiety about COVID-19 availability of appropriate technology, patient equipment and neutral background colours.
through 2020, Australian healthcare providers and clinician reluctance has meant that uptake, All valid points, but in a post-pandemic
delivered the long anticipated uptake of and therefore spaces to conduct telehealth, world, healthcare planners will need more
telehealth care. Government funded virtual has been limited. But after the year we’ve just sophisticated guidance. Some hospitals
consultations with patients grew exponentially, had, perceptions of telehealth have altered are already exploring activity-based work
jumping from 1 million consultations in dramatically. It has proven to be an effective, spaces to combine telehealth and in-person
March 2020 to over 6 million in April alone. efficient and convenient method of care for consultations, while others have made
1 Similar patterns were experienced around some (though obviously not all) patient cohorts, significant investments in digital-only hubs to
the world, with one practitioner in London including the elderly and people with chronic connect with patients at home. Each hospital
declaring “We’ve had ten years of change illnesses such as heart disease, diabetes and will need a tailored solution to suit its unique
in one week.” 2 The pandemic is a real time stroke rehabilitation. patient characteristics, funding, staff profiles
experiment to show where change can be made Telehealth delivered at scale requires a more and models of care.
safely and effectively. considered response than the (understandably) Based on the research findings, Hassell
In collaboration with Hassell, The University cobbled together solutions of 2020, which explored a series of potential design scenarios
of Queensland’s Centre for Online Health at the included borrowed offices, meeting rooms, for hospital outpatient departments to prompt
Centre for Health Services Research surveyed portable buildings, cars, and in one case, a a much-needed industry discussion about what
and interviewed hospital workers about storage cupboard. Clinicians want acoustic and clinicians need to continue to offer telehealth –
their telehealth experience during 2020. Put visual privacy for their patients and prefer to beyond good wi-fi and a well-positioned laptop.
simply, the findings suggest current hospital deliver telehealth in existing consult rooms that These discussions will ideally lead to more
infrastructure in Australia is ill-equipped allow them to swap easily between in-person detailed healthcare facility design guidelines
to accommodate the significant increase in and online consultations throughout the day. that help hospitals deliver safe, effective and
telehealth services. And if growth in telehealth But as more patients become comfortable convenient telehealth services to their patients. 3
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to design virus-
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aware buildings
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One of the immediate impacts the COVID-19 pandemic

has and will continue to have on our industry is changes
to the specifications on new projects.

After all, COVID-19 is not the first coronavirus technology tuned to the movement signature of So, as a scenario, in a high-rotation office
to have an impact on the human population, a human breathing. The sensor is designed to space, a group of people have booked a meeting
SARS and MERS are both from the same provide accurate presence information as well room, they enter the room, which has been
family of virus, and nor is it likely to be the last. as outputs based on direction of movement and brought up to temperature for them ten minutes
An obvious change is making buildings as distance to movement. With motorised doors before the meeting is due to start, and the
contactless as possible. Whilst this is not difficult and intelligent lighting and HVAC, it would lights turn on as they enter. They log in so
to achieve in larger open spaces it is much more be simple to create a completely contactless their presence is recorded, the system adjusts
difficult in smaller offices or buildings whose environment as people move through a building based on the number of people actually using
usage naturally requires privacy. and use different spaces. the room, then after the meeting the absence
The first step to achieve contactless design Other technologies include camera sensors of people in a room might be used to trigger
is being able to determine when someone is which are able to determine the number of the cleaning crew to enter and wipe down the
entering or leaving a space, be that open or people in a room or in defined areas of the surfaces, so making the transition to the next
enclosed, and the ability to monitor much room. These could be used to provide feedback users less risky.
more accurately if people are still in a space. when additional people enter a shop, move from Managing the quality of the air in the
New building technologies such as KNX one part of a building to another or to increase building is another area where building controls
may offer one solution. For example, using the ventilation to ensure fresh, clean air is have a major role to play. This requires a shift
4 detectors that employ microwave sensing provided in more confined spaces. in mindset from HVAC being as efficient as
 An obvious
change is

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making
buildings as
contactless
as possible.

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possible to it being able to perform at a level seamless integration from any range of devices the level of control needed to meet some of these
which maintains the highest levels of filtration or external systems. newer requirements of building design. Having
and air changes. Which is why it’s good to see all the main a holistic approach to control system design, with
For this to work, a high level of control is open standards for building control creating systems sharing a single infrastructure ensures
needed over the AC systems and possibly a high a new market interest group to work on creating that data from a sensor can be used across the
level of integration with existing BMS systems. just that, a method for creating application layer system regardless of the application. Ideally
The ability for occupants to interact with a agnostic, secure IP connectivity to a building. this should also be a system that can be adapted
building will also need to change, particularly Another approach is to install a server-based over time, or even pivoted quickly to provide a
as our understanding of the steps we will need solution that offers user management as part of completely different type of functionality. Whilst
to take to remain safe become second nature. its feature lists. Whilst often considered part of we may not be able to see into the future, we can
Of course, this is ideally done on your own the facility management, a hybrid solution that use lessons from the past to ensure the systems
devices as anything else just adds risk back provides building wide visualisation and control we install and deign provide the highest level of
in which requires more management from along with lower-level control of individual adaptability and control.
the building managers. The concept of BYOD rooms or functions, will keep the project cost
will become more common so never has it down and still offer a high level of functionality.
been more important for building control It is only when we treat internal spaces as a LEFT Mark Warburton is a Director at Ivory Egg.
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WORDS TONE WHEELER

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The eight-volume final report of the Royal Commission into

Aged Care Quality and Safety was handed down in March.
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Sadly, it got somewhat lost, being overtaken of design: “Where older people live affects should permit flexibility in their application
by the government’s imbroglio over a lack their sense of security and their quality of life. in different circumstances. This leads to the
of respect for women and a farrago of issues Accommodation that is well designed to meet later recommendation #45 on design, with a
about sexual assaults. It wasn’t helped by people’s needs can improve their lives and their timetable for implementation.
the government refusing to release advanced wellbeing.” They lament that was once a ‘home’ They also heard about the restrictive nature
copies of the report for review before the is now an ‘institution’, citing an increase in of the NCC building codes on innovative
press conference. facilities with 60+ persons from 39% in 2008 design and have suggested that the NCC be
Nevertheless, the report is extremely to 60% in 2019. re-visited at the highest level to ensure that
important. It highlights the almost total failure They favour smaller facilities that more the new approach is facilitated. Here’s one
of current aged care, and it lays much of the closely resemble homes: “…good design in example, where the NCC defines the class
blame on the Howard government’s decision residential aged care, particularly for people according to the means of escape: “Class 9c…
in 1997 to effectively privatise the sector and living with dementia, usually involves smaller, are aged care buildings… defined as residential
leave it to market forces. The report makes lower-density congregate living arrangements accommodation for elderly people who…
148 recommendations that touch on all aspects rather than larger, more institutional settings. are provided with personal care services
of remedies for the current malaise, and two Smaller, lower-density congregate living and 24-hour staff assistance to evacuate the
of those are directly targeted at the design of arrangements generally promote better quality building in an emergency. Sprinklers yes but
future aged care buildings. of life for everyone. Large, noisy institutional no more smoke doors and fire curtains.
One way of summarising the vast amount environments can worsen the adverse Further on, the commissioners recommend
of research and proposals in the report is consequences of dementia.” financial support for this design transformation:
contained in changing just two words: no longer In part 1.3.6, ‘Designing accommodation “The Australian Government should actively
nursing homes but now RACF’s or residential for Quality of Life’, (p105) they propose that: promote and encourage their adoption by
aged care facilities; changed because current …the Australian Government should develop approved providers, builders, architects and
facilities no longer employ nurses and no longer and publish a comprehensive set of national others. Financial incentives should be paid to
resemble homes. It is the second of those two aged care design principles and guidelines providers that demonstrate the adoption of
words that are parsed in Chapter 6, leading to on accessible and dementia-friendly design the Design Principles and Guidelines for their
the two recommendations that concern us here. for residential aged care. The National Aged residential aged care buildings.” This leads to
8 The commissioners assert the importance Care Design Principles and Guidelines recommendation 46 on financing.
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 “Where older people live
affects their sense of security
and their quality of life.”
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It may only be two recommendations in in the name of pursuing innovation. • Bump rails for trolleys should be disguised
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148, but I am very impressed with the depth Here’s my starting list: in wainscoting (to maintain a residential /
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and power of the suggested initiatives. home-like feel).

The recommended amounts of financial • The overarching intention should be • All medical equipment should be hidden
assistance for new designs are encouraging: to create a home-like environment. from immediate view.
“Commissioner Briggs recommends that • Everywhere there should be a feeling
the amount of annual grant funding should of domesticity. Distinguish between residents whose residency
be increased to $300 million in 2021–22, • The entry should be like a home foyer, is from physical frailty, and those who require
$600 million in 2022–23 and $1 billion in with a less-institutional design solution more secure accommodation as a result of
2023–24 and should be indexed for inflation disguising the security and control. dementia, and don’t design accordingly (NOT
in subsequent years.” You could invest in • The number of residents in any grouping for both at the same time).
some serious re-designs for that money. should be kept below 12. These are some of the key issues that
But already Treasurer Josh Frydenberg • Communal rooms should be smaller architects will address in the next two years
has flagged that, as a Liberal, he stands for and resemble a house rather than a as we firstly contribute to the establishment
lower taxes. Meaning less money for social large institution. of good guidelines, and secondly we work to
programs, and most likely a NDIS-like • Rooms for residents should be on a design new, and to retrofit existing facilities,
Medicare levy. So, don’t expect any support corridor that feels close to a home setting. to improve their re-direction back towards
from the LNP; design hopes dashed again. • A resident’s room should have abundant being a nursing home, with the emphasis
Expect that promises on aged care will be natural light, preferably from two sides. on the word home.
front and centre in the election campaign • A resident’s room should have
later this year (for an election on November 6 natural ventilation, capable of being Tone Wheeler is principal architect at Environa
– you read it here first). easily opened. Studio, Adjunct Professor at UNSW and
Whilst we wait for a federal government • Ensuites should feel as close as possible is President of the Australian Architecture
that will take the report seriously, we can turn to a traditional bathroom, despite the Association. The views expressed here are
our minds to The National Aged Care Design need for accessibility to meet AS1428 solely those of the author and are not held or
Principles and Guidelines. We’ve got just over (more generous circulation, grab rails, endorsed by A+D, the AAA or UNSW. Tone
a year to write and publish the first set. The core special equipment etc). does not read Instagram, Facebook, Twitter
premise is to make the current institutional • Consider how some residents could have or Linked In. Sanity is preserved by reading
RACF’s more home-like. access to private external spaces or doors and replying only to comments addressed to
Having had some involvement in retirement that open onto small gardens. [email protected]
and aged care design I would offer the following • Hallways and corridors should appear to
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care facilities
during COVID-19
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WORDS JOHN LYNCH

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The Australian Government has been working closely with the

aged care sector to safeguard the health and wellbeing of older
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Australians during the coronavirus pandemic.

Underlying health issues can make the elderly they continue to maintain essential services Facility systems and portals allow
more prone to complications caused by the for fire protection systems. technicians to obtain clear visibility across
virus. Therefore, strict protocols for residents, This includes working within individual areas where there may be testing gaps, such
staff and visitors are enforced in accordance state and territory guidelines, which can as private rooms, helping to address issues
with the Australian Department of Health, change at a moment’s notice, as was the case directly before they occur. This has become
helping to prepare for and mitigate the risk in Victoria when the state went into lockdown particularly important with increased
of outbreaks. for a third time due to a COVID-19 outbreak. restrictions in force.
Aged-care facility managers have had Experience shows that in times such as Technicians now are mindful of the need
to adopt new protocols for contractors these, when activity within and around a to wear appropriate PPE to prevent the risk
performing essential maintenance to building facility changes from its normal operating of spreading the virus in at risk environments
systems, such as fire protection. Maintaining pattern, the risk of fire can be heightened. such as aged care facilities and surgical masks,
firesystems is a critical life safety activity that Given the current situation, it has never been P2/N95 respirators, gloves and goggles form
safeguards building occupants and protects more important to ensure all fire systems part of their kit.
property by reducing the likelihood of a major in buildings, including aged care facilities, All equipment is then removed and thrown
fire event occurring. continue to be tested and maintained to away when leaving a facility, breaking from
The industry is guided by the Australian ensure they will operate in accordance with work, or entering vehicles, with proper
Standard AS 4083-2010 (Planning for their design intent and purpose. disposal procedures including placement in
emergencies – healthcare facilities) with fire Gaining authorisation to enter certain areas, individual plastic bags for collection points
equipment maintenance an essential service such as private residential rooms, is necessary to manage.
that must continue regardless of the pandemic. to carry out mandatory testing, however, It is important that emergency plans
In terms of managing this, communication access can often be a challenge. If the residents are adapted as COVID-19 remains a risk to
has played a key role in managing fire safety do not allow the fire technicians to enter rooms, the community. The development of clear
and compliance obligations for retirement and the compliance rating for the entire site can be procedures to ensure appropriate hygiene
aged care facilities across Australia. compromised. Technicians have been able to standards continue to be met, despite the
Providers have been working closely with successfully overcome such issues by working easing of restrictions, to ensure aged care
facility managers in the aged care sector to closely with site managers and implementing facilities are kept safe from both coronavirus
12 ensure they comply with strict protocols while streamlined communications plans. infections as well as fires.
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comes of age
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WORDS HAMISH MCDONALD TALKS TO NIGEL HOWE, CO-HEAD OF RETIREMENT LIVING OPERATIONS AT STOCKLAND
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HAMISH MCDONALD: How important are clean materials and textures into the homes. lifestyle. The area is quite popular to retire in
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retirement villages to Stockland’s business? It’s sometimes little details that make it easier because there’s a lot of high-quality options
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for our residents to age in place. That might for villages. Our Bellevue Gardens village
NIGEL HOWE: We have around 60 villages, be things like stepless entries, bathrooms with is well located; close to town and medical
in most capital cities. It is an important sector for reinforced walls to make it easier for grab-rails facilities and has all the amenities you would
us. It really incorporates our purpose of creating to be fitted, ensuring fabrics and surfaces are want including easy access to public transport,
‘a better way to live’; retirement villages are part durable and cleanable. They are some of the indoor heated swimming pool, a village
of our vision to build great communities, not just little trends and it all links back to that theme bowling green and on-site café and restaurant.
residential but for retirees as well. There is a real of older Australians wanting to age in place Our Queens Lake village in Laurieton is also
sense of community in our villages, and that’s and enhance their wellness. very popular. It’s set on 13 acres of landscaped
what we pride ourselves on. gardens in a rare waterside location, with views
HM: Does that mean locating villages close over the lake and parklands. Our villages are
HM: What are the trends in design of retirement to where they were living before, so they are also well priced so our residents are getting the
villages in Australia? not taken away from their longstanding lifestyle and amenities they want, for the price
community ties? they can afford.
NH: There’s no doubt that there’s an increasing
desire for older Australians to age in place. We NH: It’s not always the case. We have villages HM: Going back to wellness, does that mean
know that 80 percent of Stockland residents in lifestyle, coastal locations where people can you’re building in more facilities for keeping
are less likely to call an ambulance or visit the seek a sea-change when they retire. But we do fit but also more for mental stimulation?
emergency department; require 96 percent find that for the most part our residents like
fewer mental health consultations; and stay to live near family and friends that they have NH: We’ve got a lot of examples of that,
out of aged care for five years longer than the made over their life in their communities. whether in our established villages or our new
national average.* That’s due to a number of Take our villages in Port Macquarie and developments. That’s absolutely a key focus for
factors, one of which relates to design but there Laurieton, NSW, for instance. Nearly half of all our residents. As a couple of examples, we
are other factors as well. In terms of some of our village residents there have lived in the have a development in Ashfield, Sydney: our
the key elements of design trends, wellness as a area for a long time and have simply downsized Cardinal Freeman village designed by Allen
holistic theme is becoming critical for operators and retired in the same place, with family and Jack + Cottier. It has multi-function rooms that
to make their residents happy. That can be friends remaining close by. The other half are can be booked out in the clubhouse, communal
everything from ensuring that there’s good ‘sea changers’; those who have made the move barbeque facilities, modern gym, heated
access to outdoor space, community facilities, to retire for a variety of reasons including to swimming pool, and all the associated activities
activities, and all those social and connection move closer to friends and family, for the high that allow our residents to be physically
14 points, as well as incorporating natural and quality yet affordable options, or a change in connected but also socially connected.
 ABOVE Nigel Howe.
LEFT Cardinal Freeman village
incorporates stand-out architecture.

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That was critical during the period of HM: Would that help the aspect of resale of HM: Do you find people are staying in

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Covid-19 lockdown: this feeling of social the units when people move on? There seems retirement living for longer, partly because
connection, ensuring that despite the to be a lot of stories about units not being of better design and technology that allows
physical lockdown that there was still quickly sold. them to look after themselves?

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NH: Definitely. And in terms of the interior NH: Definitely. We certainly see information
HM: Some of the retirement developments of the units we typically refurbish the interior and data that our residents in retirement
now being completed across Australia, like prior to it being resold, and we are always villages stay in ageing in place for longer,
the Cardinal Freeman village, incorporate looking to improvements to our specifications and there’s a design element to that, also a
stand-out architecture. Does this reflect a in those refurbishments. There’s no question social connectivity element. People value the
more discerning customer in the sector? that the quality of the refurbishments and the programs and activities that we can provide
finishes has a direct impact and correlation to and that all contributes to their wellbeing.
NH: The perception of retirement villages how quickly we can sell it. Also of course the things like gyms, swimming
being kind of bland is changing completely. pools, and yoga classes also keep our residents
Residents’ expectations are much higher, HM: I note that the Cardinal Freeman well in both a physical and mental sense.
across several elements, and operators need village has some new technology incorporated,
to respond to that in new designs. Not only like monitors that detect when someone has HM: What is the typical number of years
for brand new developments but also a fall, and voice-activated appliances. Is people spend in retirement villages?
retrofitting both private and communal that helping extend the time residents can
spaces in our established villages. We use live independently? NH: It varies and depends on when they enter.
designers with broad experience in hospitality We have people entering quite young, the
and other fields. In our own experience the NH: It’s something we have trialled at various over fifty-fives. We also have people entering
design elements of our standard residential villages, to test some of these technologies. much closer to the time they are going to need
built form and our retirement living products Within the units themselves, technology is wholistic support. It does depend on the village
are really converging. So, in both private and still an evolving space. Certainly, the old itself, and the age when they enter.
common areas we’re seeing a lot of higher assumption that retirees don’t use technology
levels of finishing, like stone benchtops, is quite frankly wrong. In our common HM: How much sustainability can you build
joinery, decorative lighting, all those things. areas and in the way we operate the village, into your developments?
The design and architecture are becoming technology is certainly an important part of
much more on trend, as a contrast to the that. Technology within the units like voice- NH: This is evolving rapidly. We have a
perception of older retirement villages. Much activation is still evolving, and we will certainly sustainability strategy across our entire group,
more contemporary. be incorporating it in future developments. and that really helps us drive those elements 15
 IMAGES The design and architecture are becoming
much more on trend, as a contrast to the perception
of older retirement villages.

into our new communities. Things like

maximising natural daylight and ventilation,
water recycling elements, responsible material
selection, solar. Even elements that encourage
our community to be active and connected we
consciously design into our new developments.
Our Newport Retirement Living community in
Queensland is a good example of this. Newport
and our nearby Shine Birtinya were the first
two retirement communities to have achieved
4 Star certifications under the Design & As
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Built tool (v1.1). Newport embraced several

sustainability initiatives to help secure this,
such as: optimising indoor environment
quality, passive design principles to promote
natural daylight and ventilation, potable water
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reduction through water saving fixtures and

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fittings and rainwater tanks for irrigation, and

responsible materials selection.
It’s not just for the new developments, with
the established villages we’re rolling out solar
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we can retrofit solar panels. It not only goes

to the wellness of residents, but it can also
reduce their cost of living, by cutting power
and water usage.
We have the most Green Star rated retail
town centres and retirement living developments
in Australia, and are proud to set the standard
for liveable, sustainable and affordable living.
Stockland has also committed to 100 percent
of all new retirement living developments to be
LHA Silver standard design.

HM: What about what you might call

governance in retirement villages. How do you
keep a lot of older people happy and handle any
complaints and disputes that might occur?

NH: We have staff that work from the village –

a village manager and several others depending
on the size of the village to maintain and operate
the assets. If residents have any concerns, about
maintenance or other things, their first port of
call is the staff who are well-experienced and
set up to deal with those type of things. They
get a lot of support from us. We have processes
and systems that help government the decision-
making, and resolution of any disputes.

*2018 Independent study conducted

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of retirement
villages being
kind of bland
is changing

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completely.

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Heritage health hub
provides wellness
for ageing

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EDITED BY BRANKO MILETIC ARCHITECT BILLARD LEECE PARTNERSHIP PHOTOGRAPHY CHRISTINE FRANCIS

The heritage homestead, originally built in 1911,

has been transformed into a wellness hub for visiting

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health practitioners, including occupational therapists,

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physiotherapists, and podiatrists. There is also a
co-located aged care facility for residents who may

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need further care and support in future.

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BLP has worked closely with Baptcare to was vital, so there are views to surrounding functioning café and ‘a la carte’ restaurant,
design a luxury boutique retirement living nature and lots of lovely, landscaped areas club lounge, billiards area, resident bar,
apartment complex in Macleod, complete to bring the outside in. Security was also men’s den and resort-style facilities such as
with community facilities. high priority, so residents feel safe and a gym, hair and beauty salon, private dining,
Initially, BLP was engaged to undertake secure in their environment. And the ability library and an enclosed winter garden to sit
the design review of the project’s current to be able to lock up and leave if they choose and enjoy a meal.
masterplan. to” says Emily Gilfillan, Principal & Seniors “It’s about collective wellbeing, with
Based on the proposed vision and design Living + Communities Sector Leader. residents coming together and having those
for the site, they were further engaged to In aligning with a key briefing requirement opportunities to socialise in a space that’s
redesign the existing Schematic Design for of Baptcare, the community facilities and just theirs. This community helps them
Stage 2 & 3 of the Strathalan Integrated residences are designed to allow residents achieve that” says Gifillan.
Community redevelopment, comprising a new to age-in-place and seek access to services A communal vegetable garden, outdoor
retirement living apartment building including if and when they require them. barbecue area, and outdoor seniors exercise
37 ILAs and a community centre, refurbishment The community centre is at the heart of gym/playground will be built adjacent to
of an existing heritage building for wellbeing and the site, situated on the ground floor of the the historic Strathalan Homestead as part
ancillary spaces including 32 ILUs. apartment building. This building includes of the project’s next phase, which will include
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 Luxury retirement living designed to
facilitate a joyful and active ageing journey.

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SUSTAINABILITY FEATURES

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• All dwellings have been designed with a

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minimum Silver Plus performance level
(many achieve Gold standard) as per the
Liveable Housing Design Guidelines.
• Access to natural light and ventilation is key
to the design of the apartments and units.

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• Views to surrounding nature, combined

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with extensive landscape gardens all aid
in bringing the outside in.
• A 120,000-litre water tank for grey
water storage for irrigation purposes is
located under the basement carpark of
the apartment building.
• Provision of bicycle parking for residents,
staff, and visitors alike.
• Provision of two electric vehicle
charging stations.
• Roof mounted solar PVs.
• WELS rated sanitary fixtures and appliances.
• Provision of community gardens.
• A dedicated centralised green waste
for organic waste, recycling, and general
waste to aid in waste minimisation.
• Provision of an outdoor BBQ area and
seniors outdoor exercise equipment.
• Mobility scooter parking for thirteen
adjacent The Homestead.

IMAGES Baptcare designed a luxury boutique

retirement living apartment complex in Macleod.

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Cabrini Health
Paediatrics

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Ward redesign
WORDS HEATHER KNOWLES ARCHITECT DESIGNINC
PHOTOGRAPHY HAYDN CATTACH

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Redevelopment of the Cabrini Health

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Paediatric Ward brought its visual
identity in line with the rest of the
Cabrini Malvern precinct and aligned
the department with Cabrini’s quality
of care vision.

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ABOVE Cabrini Health’s initial brief for the project Cabrini is a charitable Catholic institution According to the designers, “We took a
was to provide a space that ‘engages, stimulates, caring for children and adolescents since biophilic approach in the use of flowing,
and entertains’. 2005. It treats 3,000 inpatients and 2,500 rounded forms, natural materials, and use
day cases annually — from emergency of light. Our extensive use of timber panelling
surgeries and treatment to complicated, in the corridor – building a barrier up
elective procedures. around the wash stations – helped conceal
The healing experience starts from the the appearance of clinical elements without
entry and unfolds through the space in cluttering or obstructing the fast-paced,
surprising, and joyful ways. A light-emitting high-performing functions of the ward.”
timber wall system greets you with a moment “We gave literal form to the natural elements
of happiness, revealing itself in articulate referenced in the design on the Lumes Wood
colour forms. Movement through the ward light-emitting wall in the corridor.
triggers animations of landscape and animals We collaborated with Eness to implement
to the delight of children. the panels and program animations that
Cabrini Health’s initial brief for the change and grow with interaction.”
project was to provide a space that ‘engages, The animations of animals and landscapes
stimulates, and entertains’. We designed the change according to time of day, weather,
space to support their philosophy of inclusive, seasons and holidays. The integration provides
family-engaged ‘child-centred care’. a welcome distraction from the medical
Patients range in age from young children experience and shifts the perception of the ward
to adolescents; so we developed a solution environment – needed for parents, siblings and
that isn’t age or gender-specific, and furthers staff as much as the young patients themselves.
Cabrini’s commitment improve health,
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PHOTOGRAPHY THE GUTHRIE PROJECT

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 OPPOSITE Both Botany and Corrimal have an
elegant palette making both developments timeless.

Part of the brief from Anglicare was to bring a sense of

community within both developments - Botany and Corrimal
and that includes extending out to the community such as a
retail offering and indoor communal spaces for residences to
interact and create a micro-community of their own.
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BOTANY • Ground Floor – Carparking and LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE

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Public Domain • Level 3 Rooftop Communal space –

Anglicare Botany is an affordable housing • Level One – Communal Open Space, provides an additional space for residents
development with 18 new generation boarding inclusive of outdoor seating area, outdoor to interact. It consists of a Community
rooms and 75m2 commercial space on the passive flexible urban space, Community Garden and BBQ area as well as a passive
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ground floor. Of the 18 new rooms, there will Garden Area with raised planters and flexible open space.
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be 17 SAHF studios and one non-SAHF studio. Potting bench for community garden • Lower Ground – intimate spaces
The four-storey building will provide high • Level Three – Communal Open Space, for residents
level of amenity across each floor, with are six inclusive of outdoor seating area, sheltered • Roof – Whole community can utilise
different room configurations each comprising BBQ area, planter with wires for climbers this space
of a kitchen, bathroom and balcony to provide to pergola to provide additional shading to • Beautiful escarpment views to the
residents privacy and independence. communal space West, maximising apartment views as
To foster social engagement and well as orientating apartments towards
integration, communal BBQ areas, outdoor CORRIMAL to the north, west and east to maximise
spaces and landscaped terraces are situated all access.
on each floor near circulation areas, each The proposed Anglicare Corrimal site is a • Passive open space, communal garden,
with nearby lift access. This approach four to five-storey social and affordable housing quite zone – reflection with seating
encourages social interaction and opportunities development incorporating retail, communal • Both Botany and Corrimal are located
for connection between residents, creating a indoor and outdoor space, 15 boarding rooms in town centres. Corrimal is located
sense of community within the building. and 13 in-fill affordable housing units. in a Business Zone where they have
Core to the function of the building is ensured to activate the street front with
LANDSCAPE integration with the wider community as well a retail offering.
• The landscape concept for the proposed as fostering social interaction between residents • Both Botany and Corrimal have an Elegant
development is based on the surrounding to provide a sense of micro-community. Along palette making both developments timeless.
context, response to the proposed the ground plane the proposed retail activates • Integration of best practice in passive
architectural, urban and civil layout, and the Princes Highway and Colin Street corner design, solar amenity use, and cross
the desired outcomes of the City of Botany knitting in with the adjoining commercial and ventilation opportunities was considered
Bay Development Control Plan. retail uses and the wider community. critical to reduce reliance on expensive
• The key landscape elements comprise: As the topography rises behind the retail mechanical heating and cooling.
• Provide high quality outdoor amenities centre a large communal space for resident • Regardless of size, all Anglicare projects
for residents use is proposed. The communal space is well feature exceptional external and internal
• High quality recreation spaces including programmed providing an indoor / outdoor communal space amenity, fostering
space for respite, dining and festivities flow. On the upper ground floor as far removed community amongst residents and facilitating
• A contemporary, textually appropriate soft from the intersection as possible for safety is activities such as fitness, gardening and,
scape planting palette including a variety a the carpark entry providing resident parking which in turn can contribute positively to
28 native plant species spaces and motorcycle bays. the wider community at each location.
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 LEFT Another challenge for Corrimal with the slope
of the site was realising the development potential of
the site while remaining below the height limit controls.

The site in Botany is situated in a Heritage

Conservation area. The first 2 storeys of the
elevation are divided into 2 distinct forms in
response to the scale and vertical proportion
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of the adjacent buildings to the South. A gap

separation and vertical blade walls clearly
define a form that is seen in the narrow lot
pattern along the street and neighbouring
terraces. This double height street wall
extends from the Ground floor shop which
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has a street setback and extends up along

PROJECTS

the outer edge of the first floor boarding

room balconies. The horizontal openings
on the first level which from solid balcony
balustrade reflects the terrace houses balcony
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arrangement in a contemporary manner.

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Corrimal – at the edge of the zone

interface meaning there were a few
procedures and processes the team had to
go through with Council. The Development
Application for Corrimal was approved in
May 2019, by the Southern Regional Planning
Panel after a recommendation for Approval
by Wollongong Council.
Another challenge for Corrimal with the
slope of the site was realising the development
potential of the site while remaining below
the height limit controls. The upper floor of
the development partially breaches the height
limit control at the low point.
GroupGSA was able to demonstrate to
council and the panel through volumetric
analysis and site line diagrams that while
the building partially breaches the height limit
control there is a balanced approach where a
substantial portion of the built form is below
the height limit control.
On the top level, the built form steps down
along Princes Highway allowing a sizeable,
landscaped rooftop communal open space
with plenty of solar access and sidelong views
of the escarpment. This was an opportunity
created by the design challenge which will
provide increased amenity for residents.

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WORDS JAIME DIAZ-BERRIO ARCHITECT CROSSHATCH

PHOTOGRAPHY JAIME DIAZ-BERRIO
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Wallan Veterinary Hospital is

Crosshatch’s first commercial
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project and was awarded the 2018

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Sustainability Award (Healthcare).

RIGHT Uniformly spaced timber battens wrap the

building on the north, east and west elevations and
32 provide effective sunshading.
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A calming, airy
interior with a
sense of flow
and connection
between zones.

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Victoria is an efficient and elegant building

that successfully refreshes the traditional vet
hospital typology.
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ARCHITECTURE & DESIGN

Wallan Veterinary Hospital in regional by louvred windows and intersecting corridors

Victoria is an efficient and elegant building that gracefully punctuate the double façade.
that successfully refreshes the traditional vet The result is a calming, airy interior with a
hospital typology. The 24-hour facility, open sense of flow and connection between zones.
seven days a week, needed an immediately Uniformly spaced timber battens wrap the
identifiable, strong street presence, yet still building on the north, east and west elevations
had to be respectful of its residential context. and provide effective sunshading.
The client’s brief called for a state-of-the- Stylish Spotted Gum cladding visually unifies
art facility that comfortably accommodates a the building to create a singular cohesive form.
range of programmatic requirements as well This second skin is the facility’s defining feature
as addresses the site’s unique constraints. and also emphasizes the site’s fall, investing the
Crosshatch co-founders Jaime Diaz-Berrio project with a strong connection to place.
and Mark Allan’s solution was to raise the At night, the battens soften the interior’s
single-level building on a recessive masonry lighting, omitting a warm glow that creates a
base and set it back from the street. In doing lantern-like effect and announces the hospital
so, they also mitigated flooding issues on a as open. This innovative wayfinding strategy
challenging site that slopes down towards a allowed Diaz-Berrio and Allan to eschew the
creek at the rear of the property. use of traditional signage so as not to disrupt
Three box-like volumes rationalise the plan the form’s uniform appearance. As a result,
and reflect the building’s multiple uses. The the battens create a veil that oscillates between
public zone is located at the front with animal transparent and solid, with views into the
wards to the side. The staff-only and operational building that open and close depending on the
areas are the heart of the building and occupy visitor’s approach. It lends the overall project
the largest amount of floor space. Each volume an unexpected sense of dynamism rarely seen
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OVER THE YEARS THE MAN OF THE MOMENT DESIGN DERBY

Throughout a career spanning 40 years, Located in the picturesque region of northeast

Paul Haar has been immersed in architectural Tasmania, Dales of Derby is a place to stay next
practice informed by deep green principles to the river on the edge of town. An introductory
and active inside small local economic and building to the small village of Derby, a gable
social systems. His early years were dedicated roof suggests a link to the local mining, timber
to revitalising a self-help housing culture and farming history, calling to mind utilitarian
amongst Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander tin miner accommodation, high country slab hut
communities. This brought him a solid or tractor shed.
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understanding of material science, timber

and earth construction, land, water, and energy
systems. He has lectured and mentored widely
on these topics.
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Gillies Hall is a new student accommodation

on the Peninsula Campus comprising 150 studio CLINTON COLE’S HOUSE
apartments and common areas. The building is
a showcase of the University’s commitment to The Jungle House is the holistically sustainable
deliver first-class student accommodation and home of CplusC Architectural Workshop’s
achieve Net Zero emissions for its operations. director Clinton Cole, partner Hanne and their
Gillies Hall has been designed and built to three children. The three-storey home is built
redefine comfort and create opportunities for within a rejuvenated heritage facade of a long-
students to meet and learn from others. The unoccupied two-storey shop-top house sitting
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six-level accommodation provides exceptional on a 98sqm triangular shaped corner site with
ARCHITECTURE & DESIGN

single occupancy studios and dedicated north, east and west solar access and outlook.
collaborative spaces for students to study, Key features include a 1600L aquaponics
engage and relax. fishpond, which is linked in a cyclical system to
the accessible rooftop of planter beds, providing
the native Australian plants and fruit and
vegetables nutrient enriched water caused by the
edible silver perch (fish) that inhabit the pond.

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For Our Country, is the inaugural National

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WINTER IS COMING BARANGAROO SMART BUILDING

Just over 4 years ago, Jean Graham established EY Centre, 200 George Street was one of the first
Winter Architecture. Jean says that she is of a new breed of innovative, sustainable ‘smart
secondary to the practice, straying away from buildings’ in Australia, using smart technology
the fulfillment of a self-titled practice while to maximise energy performance and workplace
electing to translate the quiet, introspective, efficiencies. The building incorporates defining
site-specific qualities of Winter – the season sustainability initiatives and achievements
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system, a 6 Star Green Star Office As Built V3

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INCUBATING SUCCESS certified rating and, for Mirvac’s tenancy, an
Australian-first Gold WELL certification, as well
The Macquarie University Incubator design as 6 Star Green Star Interior and As-Built ratings.
aims to amplify and imbue deep thinking around
innovation, bringing together entrepreneurial
spirit, ingenuity, and collaboration.
The Incubator was conceived as a pair of
pavilions, each with flexible layouts that lend
themselves to future adaptations and functions

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underlying principle.

GREEN HEALTHCARE IN THE

MAROON STATE

The Sunshine Coast University Hospital has

set a new benchmark in Green Healthcare.

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ANIMAL HOUSE by Lendlease in Australia and has achieved
best-practice in sustainable design principles
Wallan Veterinary Hospital in regional Victoria is and construction. Designed to reduce its impact
an efficient and elegant building that successfully on the environment, employ environmentally
refreshes the traditional vet hospital typology. responsible practices and enable the hospital to
The 24-hour facility, open seven days a week, adapt to future demands.
needed an immediately identifiable, strong street
presence, yet still had to be respectful of its
residential context.

DREAMTIME PROJECT

Karani Lumi is steeped in the sensibilities

of a 60,000-year-old culture. This project
maintains a deep sense of environmental
awareness and custodianship.

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WORDS BRANKO MILETIC

As Australia’s longest-running and Now in its 15th year, the Sustainability Awards
is stronger than ever. Committed to championing
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and reach continues to grow, ensuring a field

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of entries that truly reflects the diversity and
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Sustainability Awards recognises insight and expert knowledge, are ready to
pronounce the best sustainably designed projects
and applauds sustainability in all its and products of 2021.
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Principal and Building Designer Director of Mahalath Halperin Architects. Faine Group Architects.
of Envirotecture.
Mahalath Halperin is Director of Mahalath Michael Faine of Faine Group Architects, has
As Principal and Building Designer of Halperin Architects and is an architect and worked as a Registered Architect on a multitude
Envirotecture, Dick Clarke is once again the environmental consultant living and working of building types, designs, construction and
Sustainability Awards Chair. With more than in regional NSW. Mahalath has managed her procurement methods. His diverse career
35 years’ experience, Dick focuses exclusively architectural practice since the 1990s and comprises teaching at the University of Western
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appropriate buildings, as well as sustainable audits and assessments. She has developed Management degree, where he was also acting
design in vehicles and vessels. and delivered courses on environmental and as the Head of School for a time. Michael has
He is Director of Sustainability for Building architectural issues and is also a published been an academic for 17 years and also held
Designers Australia (BDA) and is a member author including assorted children’s books. juror positions on both the Building Designers
of the Association of Building Sustainability Mahalath Halperin Architects won the Single Association of Australia and the HIA Awards
Assessors (ABSA) and the Australian Sustainable Dwelling, New category for Drumkerin at the and is attuned to analysing the work of builders
Built Environment Council (ASBEC). 2018 Sustainability Awards. and designers.

JEREMY SPENCER MERON TIERNEY NERMINE ZAHRAN

Director, Builder and Energy Rater Associate at John Wardle Architects. Senior Architect and Sustainability Manager
at Positive Footprints. at Koichi Takada Architects.
Meron Tierney, Associate at John Wardle
Jeremy Spencer is Director, Builder and Architects is an enthusiastic and engaging Nermine Zahran is Senior Architect and
Energy Rater at Positive Footprints, a multi team leader. With experience extending Sustainability Manager at Koichi Takada
award-winning design and construction across all project stages her recent focus has Architects. She has worked in Australia and
company that is working to show that been on the delivery of the Ballarat Gov Hub, internationally on a number of large and
energy efficient sustainable design and high- a contemporary office building with a primary small-scale projects covering a wide range
performance construction is a cost-effective structure of mass timber. Meron is a senior of architectural typologies. She brings a
option and can be a mainstream reality. leader of the JWA ‘Blue Dot’ research group. contagious passion for sustainable design as
Jeremy gives lectures, teaches, builds, and Dedicated to acting towards meaningful well as a comprehensive understanding of
currently sits on the board of the Building climate action by critiquing all projects, curated industry best practices. Nermine also believes
Designers Association of Victoria, where he research, and investing in exploratory projects that it is vital to continually learn – and to
continues to advise and advocate for energy such as the New Normal ‘Solar Pavilion’ educate others in the industry and in the
efficiency and broader environmental change for 2021 Melbourne Design week. Meron’s general public – about ways to minimise the
in the built environment. genuine interest in community, urbanisation impact of the built environment on the planet.
and landscape reinforces her advocacy for
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BOTTOM ROW (left to right) Michael Faine, Nermine Zahran, Sandra Furtado and Suzanne Toumbourou.

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of Recycling (ACOR)
Sandra Furtado is the Director of Furtado
Sullivan, an architecture studio based in Suzanne Toumbourou’s passion and expertise
Sydney. The practice enjoys the challenge lie in communication, collaboration and an
of translating a project’s complexity into a inclusive agenda for a sustainable Australia.
design that works with its environment, Suzanne possesses key knowledge and insights
combining large-scale efficiency and of ecological environments that will be
sophistication with a bespoke design instrumental to accurately judging this year’s
approach. Sandra has been intrinsically Sustainability Awards.

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projects and has an extraordinary ability to this year’s Sustainability Awards jurors bring
understand urban complexity. knowledge, understanding and practice to the
process of judging the very best sustainable
projects from throughout Australia.

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Ambassadors
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The 2021 Sustainability Awards brings together the architecture

and design community celebrating the best in sustainable design
throughout Australia. Now in its 15th year the Sustainability Awards
is the longest running and most prestigious program dedicated to
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To add to the gravitas of the Sustainability Awards, we present our Ambassadors – six passionate
and extraordinary practitioners and commentators who are the face of sustainability and the future.

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In their daily lives they champion the cause of sustainability and our environment and practice what
they preach. Each has expertise in a variety of aspects of sustainable design and they stand tall as
champions for the environment and our globe.

BROOKE LLOYD PAUL HAAR PETER COLQUHOUN

Director, Interior Design, Cox. Architect. Architect, artist and TV Presenter.

Brooke Lloyd, Director, Interior Design, Throughout his 40-year career, Paul Haar, Peter Colquhoun is an architect, artist and

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body of work that encompasses restaurants education, advocacy and mentorship, informed across a range of genres. For the past 16
and high-end residences to large-scale by deep green principles of ecological science, years he has been the resident architect on
workplaces. She has been instrumental in operating inside small local economic and Australia’s Better Homes and Gardens and
fostering a design focused culture within social systems. The global climate, biodiversity he has hosted and presented a range of
Cox that has created award-winning projects and COVID emergencies now highlight the Lifestyle, Reality and Sports TV programs.
and reinvigorated the interiors specialism importance of this approach. He is also creator and host of Sandcastles
with a progressive approach to design. Whether facilitating the revitalisation of and Amazing Homes Australia.
Brooke worked in London for 10 years firstly self-help housing cultures in remote indigenous Currently he is appearing in the third
at John McAslan + Partners, as Head of communities, driving landmark environmental series of Habitus House of the Year and

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Conran + Partners. the use of local farm-grown wood in regular contributor to Habitus, Grand
construction, establishing community-based Designs and Better Homes and Gardens
DAVID KAUNITZ land reafforestation projects, or in his more as well as author of Sandcastles.
Director and Co-founder, Kaunitz Yeung general architectural work, Paul has always
Architecture. been grounded in sustainability, by science, TALINA EDWARDS
philosophy and design. Principal of Talina Edwards Architecture.
David Kaunitz is Director and Co-founder,
Kaunitz Yeung Architecture and he swapped NADINE SAMAHA Talina Edwards is Principal of Talina Edwards
an established career in London for a life in Senior Principal Architect. Architecture based in Wadawurrung country
Australia and the Pacific, leading community (Ballarat) and is an emerging leader, known
development projects and post-disaster Nadine Samaha, Senior Principal Architect, level for her sustainable architecture. She is a
responses for governments and NGOs. His architecture>konstrukt. is passionate about passionate advocate for building a better future
work has been recognised internationally making a better world for the new generation. She and has received many awards recognising her
and he is an in-demand speaker. is an advocate for sustainability and as a principal meaningful contributions to sustainability and
David invests his time listening to a architect at level architeckture>konstrukt she her active roles in the Australian Passive House
community and experiencing a culture before focuses on pushing the boundaries in design, Association, Australian Architects Declare and
developing a design in order to place people construction and sustainability. She is also a ArchiTeam Advocacy committee.
at the heart of a building, while remaining Leader in Energy and Environmental Design
sensitive to culture and the environment. (LEED green associate), and a permaculturist.
Nadine lectures in Environmental Sustainable
Design and is a research collaborator at RMIT.
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Forum, a Councillor at AIA Victorian Chapter and
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This years’ Sustainability Summit has an architect to use certain materials for their more important than ever. By examining a
been designed as not only a celebration project is understandable, it is also the role of range of planning, design and technology
of new and sustainable building design but an architect to inform their client about not only strategies, including using water as a ‘secondary
also as a roadmap in order to achieve a their material options, but also the reasoning sustainability enabler’ like its use in hydronic
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range of sustainable outcomes. behind each design decision. Ultimately the look heating, this panel examines the many ways
The 2021 Sustainability Summit will of a building is paramount to its success, so there materials, technology, urban planning and
bring together academics, industry experts, is an incredible level of consideration that needs landscape design can effectively address the
and corporate specialists who will discuss, to be put in place when designing with timber challenge of water conservation across the
investigate and evaluate the most pressing due to its natural characteristics and the affect built environment.
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industry and the country as a whole. surrounding area. 5. WOMEN IN BUILT ENVIRONMENT
In terms of this years’ five CPD panel SUSTAINABILITY LEADERSHIP
subjects, they will be: 3. CIRCULAR ECONOMY IDEAS FOR
ADAPTIVE REUSE OF BUILDINGS There are many societal and environmental
1. DESIGNING THE PERFECTLY issues that require strong leaders to pioneer
SUSTAINABLE BUILDING Circular economy strategies seek to reduce the and promote change while at the same time,
total resources extracted from the environment cultivating a better understanding of urban
This panel will look at how to develop the most in order to reduce the waste that human activities sustainability. Whether they are emerging
concise sustainable building designs for our generate in pursuit of modern design. Circular or existing leaders, they must seize
urban environment. It will discuss architectural Economy concepts – including using waste and opportunities for growth and collaborate with
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inclusion of ecological costing throughout the are well suited to the building and construction the impacts of their endeavours. The Women
design phase of buildings (e.g. water, embodied sector in our cities. Therefore, this panel takes a in the Built Environment & Sustainability
energy, carbon). How to improve the uptake deep dive into enhancing material lifespans and Leadership panel brings together some of
of environmentally sustainable technologies multiple benefits that can be extended beyond the most accomplished female leaders in the
will also be discussed while control systems, the building project itself and into its internal field who’ll explain the current climate of the
sensor technology, and other tools for improving components while also contributing to economic industry while also help the next generation
building performance and sustainability will savings and sustainable design. of female leaders plant the seeds for a much
be investigated. more sustainable future.

2. EVERYTHING ARCHITECTS NEED TO 4. WATER-SENSITIVE DESIGN – 2021

KNOW WHEN DESIGNING WITH TIMBER & BEYOND

Architectural design with timber is too often As our cities expand and the climate becomes
an underappreciated craft and many architects more unpredictable, the need to design
have little experience when designing with wood buildings and neighbourhoods and even The 2021 Sustainability Summit will be
and wood products. While client pressure on entire cities that use less water has become held on Thursday November 11 in Sydney.

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Comfort and Familiarity in Aged Care

Design: Holy Spirit, Casula

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of Casula. This architecturally designed the wellbeing and safety of the residents. provides clearance for shower commodes or
establishment caters for up to 144 residents Catholic Healthcare fitted out Holy Spirit shower trolleys to move beneath. The basin
and offers a range of comfortable, light-filled Casula’s bathrooms with Opal Cleanflush® was equipped with Elegance lever basin
rooms with ensuites that are arranged to armrest toilet suites, Opal 720 shelf basins, tapware, which combines familiar shape and
make occupants feel at home. Elegance lever basin tapware and shower wall contemporary design with large hot or warm
top assemblies, and Caroma Plus Starsafe II and cold coloured indicators for better visibility.
Challenge care showers, creating spaces imbued with Extended levers give users with limited hand
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creating a non-institutional sense of The specified toilet suites with integrated rails were extended to the toilets near the
comfort and familiarity with an accessible drop-down armrests were installed at a lounge room, as well as a selection of Caroma
and safe environment that elevated the 45-degree angle to provide easy access for sinks and toilet suites for the staff amenities.
wellbeing of its residents. Supporting carers and are fitted with Anthracite Grey seats Meeting Catholic Healthcare’s rigorous design
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Definitions: bearing witness to these photographs

1. The Japanese word Songenshi loosely being committed to paper through the
translates to the phrase ‘Death With Dignity’. collotype printing process. This subtle
2. The term Collotype refers to a printing intimacy promotes a sense of community
method which began in the mid 19th century, through death, and offers each guest in
a process capable of producing high quality turn a particular solace and purpose.
continuous-tone photographs using negatives Nestled within an intimate urban block
which are exposed onto gelatin sheets and the Reliquary presents a strong interplay
then pressed with pigment inks. between built form and landscape. The
This project acknowledges Kodokushi, the formal arrangement of the two large roof
Japanese phenomenon in which the elderly structures suggest a building of quiet
population are increasingly dying lonely introspection, a gesture broken by the
deaths, remaining undiscovered for extended dynamic and yet ghostly centralised gabion
periods of time. spine which is home to a garden of dense
The Songenshi Reliquary gently redresses bamboo, giving definition and life to an
this experience within the enclave’s studio- otherwise modest structure.
apartment, artisan-maker studios, semi-public Its architecture and programme crucially
memoriam and elective dying facility. Elderly eschew alienation and redundancy while
guests exchange sovereignty over their final evidencing a quiet tension wrought by
days through developing funeral portraits diametrically opposing conditions: control
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THANDI LANE is a quietly passionate Master of This project is the culmination of a considered and
Architecture student at the Melbourne School of Design, purposeful approach to visual representation within
having first fulfilled her Bachelor of Architectural Design her work, which speaks to the passage of time and
through the University of Queensland. mechanical processes, key themes addressed in the
She prizes architecture as a vehicle for narrative, project’s programme and architectural expression. For
inspiration and care and sees endless possibilities for many, plotter rendered drawing may be understood as
the interweaving of architecture within a rich tapestry a redundant form. Just as the elderly guests repudiate
of creative expression, earnestly pursuing these avenues their redundancy through the various processes of the
of communication and storytelling within everything building however, so too was Thandi able to eschew
she does. that same redundancy through her illustrative process.

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Acoustic considerations are especially

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aged and healthcare facilities. There are

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many solutions available that will not

compromise the look of the build from
sound absorbing window furnishings and
acoustic panels through to plasterboards
with sound insulating properties.

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ABOVE USG Boral’s plasterboard products are also useful for

streamlining acoustics in aged care facilities, while still allowing
the facility to look like a normal home.
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Rest and recovery are so important for people it takes for sound to ‘fade away’. “Testing indicates that most traditional blinds
in aged and health care settings, and it’s tricky “A high reverberation time significantly and curtains offer negligible sound absorption,”
to achieve either of these things without good impacts hearing and intelligibility,” he says. he says.
acoustics. That is why acoustic considerations “In response to the high reverberation times “Acoustic curtains are a functional alternative
are a vital part of the design and building process created by these architectural and design trends, to traditional blinds and curtains – outstanding
in such facilities. designers and specifiers are now adding sound sound absorption with a premium finish”.
Director of Acoustic Blinds and Curtains absorbing materials. Reverberation time is West says while acoustic panels are often
Cameron West says that the health risks decreased by adding sound absorbing materials”. used in aged care facilities to absorb, deaden,
associated with excess noise are gaining global When it comes to measuring the sound or dampen sounds, they are falling out of favour
attention, with The World Health Organisation absorption of building materials, a Noise with architects, designers, and specifiers because
(WHO) now deeming urban noise a risk to public Reduction Coefficient or NRC standard is used. of the ‘design cost’ of retrofitting acoustic panels.
health and wellbeing. This is due to the growing A value of 0 is no sound absorption, a value of He also noted that acoustic panels and acoustic
amount of evidence showing that prolonged 1 is complete sound absorption. Acoustic Blinds curtains are similarly absorbent of sound.
noise exposure can be linked to several short and and Curtains curated collection of texture, wool “In some cases, the acoustic panels may
long-term health problems; both physiological and velvet fabrics have been designed with be slightly more absorbent. But the normal
and psychological. sound absorption ratings of up to 0.75 Noise installation of acoustic curtains provides
“Many of the current architectural and design Reduction Coefficient. significantly more surface area, which means
trends in aged and healthcare compromise “Our acoustic fabrics are the product of years that more sound encounters the acoustic
acoustics, multipurpose open plan spaces, of research and development, combining natural curtains and can be absorbed”.
high ceilings, and bare surfaces create complex sound absorbing materials with a unique fabric He notes that sound absorbing materials do
acoustic environments,” West says. construction to maximise sound absorption,” not ‘suck’ sound from a space, they only absorb
“Specifically, these architectural and West says. the sound which randomly comes into contact
design trends create high reverberation times, “In addition to outstanding sound absorption, with the material. West says that a typical
commonly referred to as echo,” he explains. our acoustic curtains offer a premium finish, Acoustic Panel is 1m by 1m or 1 by 2m. whereas
When a sound is created, it will bounce off so you don’t have to compromise your design”. a typical Acoustic Curtain is 3m by 3m.
hard, reflective surfaces such as wooden floors West says that many blinds and curtains “Add to this to fact that Acoustic Curtains
58 and bare walls. Reverberation time is the time are not designed for acoustic performance. have a 1.8x fullness, meaning you have 1.8 times
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 the fabric versus track width, meaning that While acoustic absorbing window coverings survive or grow, therefore reducing the cross-
there is an even more surface area and as may be the perfect solution for absorbing contamination risk.
a result Acoustic Curtains actually have a sound in some aged and health care facilities, On the rear of the panel, a protective hygiene
higher NRC than indicated by the test results Atkar Group champions the use of decorative barrier stops contaminants and dust travelling
per the standard,” he explains. acoustic panels. Atkar Group is a leading from the cavity, through the perforations or
“In some cases, we’ve seen Acoustic Curtain manufacturer of these panels and has supplied slots to the outer face of the product. Atkar
fabrics with a 0.7 NRC, have a 0.8 NRC in a panels in hundreds of medical or aged care Group’s Hygiene Barrier Seal, for example,
typical installation,” he says. facilities over the years. is factory-fitted and designed by Atkar, and
West says his company receives a lot of “Decorative acoustic products are an essential cannot be seen through the panel perforations,
enquiries from the aged care community. element for any medical facility. They contribute and has no adverse effect on the acoustic
Ingeina Communities, for example, had spent towards acceptable levels of noise for the times performance of the panel.
a considerable amount of money on AV when patients require rest and recovery in One of Atkar Group’s largest projects in
equipment and still had a highly muddled, between testing and operations,” Atkar Group the medical space, was the Alfred Hospital
echoing, fluttering listening experience with Spokesperson and Architectural Consultant ICU and Seminar Room project in Melbourne.
generally disappointing sound quality. Andrew Ritchie says. Collaborating closely with design studio Billard
“Acoustic curtains solve this problem and “Atkar Group’s extensive range of designs Leece Partnership, Atkar Group delivered a
are the perfect finish for theatre rooms used and finishes not only meet the design vision, solution that gave maximum acoustic control
to create the ‘cinema acoustic experience’,” but also fulfil the essential criteria that is needed while also meeting the strict health regulations
he explains. in many medical environments,” he says. governing particle contamination in this highly
In a health care setting, West says his products In these post-covid times, Ritchie says sensitive environment. Atkar’s Au.diSlot ceiling
have been used to help improve speech privacy, cleanability had risen to the fore in aged and system was custom fabricated to fit raked roof
reduce workspace noise and even improve health care settings. lanterns and treated with custom designed
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Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare “Growing concerns over Covid strains have and tested barrier membrane, Hygiene Barrier
Providers and Systems scores by lowering noise motivated facilitators of medical buildings Seal. All fixings were then concealed using
levels and increasing patient privacy. to review methods by which surfaces can be the Au.diMount PS3 system. Au.diMount PS3
Multidisciplinary rehabilitation centre in a maintained,” he says. allows for the secret fixing of interior perforated
private hospital in Brisbane, Spine Plus is one such Ritchie notes that it was now important timber ceiling panels either in a suspended
client where West says the centre had acoustic for the panels to have an antimicrobial configuration using standard furring channel
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curtains installed to create visual and acoustic coating on its face that offers permanent and system components, or directly fixed to the
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separation between private and shared spaces continuous protection against certain bacteria. sub-structure.
within their facility, particularly in the gymnasium. Akar Group’s Inluxe ClearShield coating, for Specialist building materials supplier USG
“The feedback on the acoustic curtains example, is an innovative system that uses Boral also emphasises the importance of acoustic
has been so positive that they have ordered silver-ion technology, known for its natural consideration in aged care and health care
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additional acoustic curtains to separate further antibacterial properties. If certain bacteria environments, commenting that a quiet hospital is
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spaces,” he says. lands on the coated surface, the bacteria can’t conducive both to a patients’ recovery and privacy.

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Popular solutions that USG Boral’s offer with a single layer of Fiberock what other surface finish which is perfect for long corridors
for maintaining acoustic performance in such walls would achieve with a double layer. with glancing light.
settings are multi-attribute boards such Fiberock was used when building the USG Boral’s plasterboard products are also
as Fiberock. $1.76 billion, 750 bed Gold Coast University useful for streamlining acoustics in aged care
USG Boral describes Fiberock as paperless Hospital. Managing Contractor of the project facilities, while still allowing the facility to

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that plasterboard relies on paper for its strength, medical buildings and office projects the first which has been developing retirement living
while Fiberock is created by a patented process thing I would say is use Fiberock. Because in Victoria for more than six years, is an
of growing gypsum under high pressure. This Fiberock can be used in both wet and dry areas advocate for these products with USG Boral
interlinks the crystals with paper, so there is no the cost is actually less than plasterboard and plasterboard installed throughout all Ryman
paper needed on the outside. Fiberock has been fibre cement products”. Healthcare facilities. Products used include
used in many recent major health infrastructure “It is a superior product due to the nature standard plasterboard, Firestop, WetStop and
projects due to its high-performance of the composite board; it is easy to work Soundstop. Soundstop is specifically developed
specifications, including but not limited to, with, it does not crack unlike fibre cement to help control room noise levels and improve
acoustics. Fiberock has high mass for superior products and when impacted does not get living comfort.
noise control that provides sound isolation for holes unlike plasterboard products, this Victoria construction manager at Ryman
privacy or comfort and helps to reduce sound means that there are no areas for micros such Healthcare Martyn Osborn says aged care
transmission in noisy areas. It also provides as superbugs to reside and for hospitals this is residents are looking for more than a standard
sound insulation between spaces and rooms such critical,” he explained. retirement village; they’re moving from their
as hospital wards and/or consultation rooms. “It also means that we do not have to keep homes and want to live in something similar.
This is why Fiberock was chosen for use going back in to repair holes and cracks and USG Boral’s multi-purpose plasterboards can
in healthcare facilities including the Royal that saves considerable time and money in a help achieve this look without compromising on
Children’s Hospital Melbourne, the Gold Coast fter build costs”. added requirements such as acoustic control.
University Hospital, the Mater Queensland and He says Fiberock is easy to work with, and “Our aged care facilities need to be user
Midland Hospital Perth. the composition of the board means that you friendly, which includes making everything
It is a finished wall system, and the higher can drill and screw lightweight attachments feel homely and not sterile. This is a big thing
cost of the board compared to conventional directly to the board. Because there is no paper for our residents. Using plasterboard systems
plasterboard is balanced by the time, labour lining, and the ends of the board can be recessed helps us create aged care facilities that look like
and logistical savings. A contractor can achieve it makes it easy to achieve a homogeneous a normal home,” he says.

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factors such as floorplans, ventilation and
even interior materials and fixtures. Perhaps
nowhere is this more important than in health
and aged care facilities, where occupants are
vulnerable and immunocompromised, and any
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have been refined over time to prevent the understated design needs of the typical dentist’s market is its effectiveness against the following
spread of disease in healthcare and aged office, while adding functional and healthy bacteria: ATCC 33591 Staphylococcus aureus
care environments. This article will discuss design to the space – essential characteristics subsp. Aureus (MRSA), ATCC 8739 Escherichia
a few of the most innovative products in of a busy medical facility. coli, ATCC 9027 Pseudomonas aeruginosa
this area, their key features and what makes Also by Nover, the Fenix NTM panels are and ATCC 4352 Klebsiella pneumoniae. The
these features so important in a healthcare well-suited for use in aged care facilities, surface’s inconspicuous seams also make it a
or aged care application. according to the company. Made with nanotech durable, grout-free option that is easy to clean
anti-fingerprint technology, the panels and maintain.
ACRYLIC SURFACES can be used in both vertical and horizontal
applications. The panels also contain acrylic STONE SURFACES
Simple, versatile and perfect to add a pop of resins which are hardened by an electron beam
colour or shine to what might otherwise be a curing – creating a tough, durable surface with Always a sophisticated, luxurious choice, stone
bland and sterile environment, acrylic surfaces thermal healing capabilities and a low-glare surfaces can be well-suited to use in healthcare
are a good choice for interiors in a healthcare matte finish. As an added benefit, they are and aged care applications, provided they have
or aged care application. And if they can be hygienic, food-safe and easy to maintain with the right specifications. For example, Rocks
made without harmful substances like silica, daily cleaning. On’s Protect line of porcelain stoneware tiles
that’s even better. If microbes are a concern – which they and slabs have an antimicrobial shield built
One such example is Nover’s Evostone, a should be, especially in high-traffic areas such into the porcelain body, designed to eliminate
silica-free acrylic solid surface designed to as kitchens and bathrooms – another good 99.9% of bacteria on the surface. This is achieved
resemble natural stone. Suited for use in kitchens option is ForestOne’s Meganite acrylic solid through the use of silver throughout the product
and bathrooms, this product is hygienic, durable, surface. For example, the brand’s latest range, – something often found in medical applications
waterproof and easy to clean, according to Nover. AcryMed, is an advanced antimicrobial solid from wound dressings and creams to coatings on
Stains and scratches can also be easily removed surface material specifically designed for use medical devices such as catheters.
with daily cleaning, and importantly, harmful in healthcare environments. As the product How this works in the Protect line is that
germs are unable to penetrate the non-porous has antimicrobial protection integrated into silver is integrated permanently into the
(chipboard-free) panel. the solid surface sheet during production, the porcelain tiles and slabs during the industrial
The fact that this product is hygienic and product is safeguarded against stain and odour firing phase at over 1,200°C, making it
easy to clean made it an ideal choice for causing bacteria. This makes it ideal for heavily constantly active throughout the life cycle of
a commercial dentistry in Melbourne, for frequented areas that can quickly become dirty, the product. As a result, when bacteria come
64 example, where it was used as a surface in discoloured and unhygienic. into contact with the surface, their metabolism
is blocked, interrupting the life cycle of the worktop range is made from 59 percent DESIGNING FOR HEALTH
bacteria and its ability to spread. This makes recycled materials, including post-consumer
it another good choice for healthcare and waste. And according to ForestOne, unlike While antibacterial and antimicrobial
aged care applications, particularly where other similar materials, the Egger range of surfaces (for example) are not a substitute
the design brief calls for healthy surfaces laminate and panels comes with antibacterial for good health practices in our buildings,
without compromising aesthetics. properties as a standard, rather than an they can go a long way in preventing the
expensive add-on. spread of disease in high-traffic areas
LAMINATES A good illustration of this product in use frequented by occupants who are already ill
is the interior design of a doctor’s office in or vulnerable to disease. This is particularly
Laminates are another popular choice for Fritzlar, Germany, where the Egger compact important in healthcare and aged care
healthcare and aged care applications, as they laminate in China Red was used to brighten applications, but it is worth noting that the
can be cost-effective while offering a vast range up and improve the quality of the space, COVID-19 pandemic has proved just how
of finishes. As seen in the acrylic and stone contrasted against the Egger chipboard important it is to prioritise healthy design in
products mentioned above, some laminates and edging in white. According to ForestOne, all of our structures. Thankfully, innovations
even include antibacterial properties, making the red compact laminate was used throughout in materials and healthy design strategies
them an appropriate choice for environments the reception area, consultations and employee are making this easier all the time, and many
where hygiene is of the utmost importance. kitchen, with some of the key benefits being of the materials mentioned above are being
One such example of this ForestOne’s the material’s uniform structure and used in a wide variety of applications from
Egger range of laminate and panels, with dirt resistance. This makes it not only an hospitality to education and even individual
finishes including timber reproductions and eye-catching addition to the space, but also residences. This is certainly encouraging, and
matte anti-fingerprint properties. Designed a low-maintenance and highly functional hopefully a sign of a bigger trend towards
with sustainability at the forefront, Egger’s material for its application. healthy design in Australian architecture.

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SUPPLIERS ForestOne architectureanddesign.com.au/suppliers/forestone Nover architectureanddesign.com.au/suppliers/nover
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approach to security
& access control

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Within the health and In some quarters, the trend towards increased operational requirements and each has its

pRActIcAl
security: to access points, swipe cards, video own security needs.
residential aged care cameras, and so forth is seen as something to Siveillance Suite, a family of sophisticated
regret. The claim is that we have lost something products from Siemens, represents the perfect
sectors, security isn’t from the days when suburban residents left their security solution for such settings. Including
just about keeping front doors unlocked and commercial buildings functionality for incident management systems,

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had what today looks like a ‘come and go as you access control, video surveillance, intrusion
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please’ approach. detection, alarm, analytics, information,
It’s also about improving While these sentiments are valid, they don’t and operation management, and more, it can
tell the whole story. If specified thoughtfully, provide exactly what hospitals need.
access. High-quality, modern day security and access control systems Products within the suite include SiPass
are about improving access. This is particularly integrated access control, a flexible access control
well-functioning systems true in the context of the health and aged care system that supports the integration of video
make it easier for people sectors, where they can help those with mobility surveillance, intrusion detection and fire alarm
issues move around without assistance. systems, and delivers a totally integrated security
to move about without Similarly, they can help ensure that residents solution; and Siveillance Identity, an intuitive
difficulty and help keep with dementia keep out of harm’s way and, web-based portal that offers in-house access
as the COVID-19 pandemic illustrates, they can request management across multiple sites.
them safe and healthy. help maintain a healthy environment. Then there is Siveillance Video, which allows
With that in mind, here is a selection of some efficient visual verification of events; and
such products and systems that don’t only keep Siveillance Control Pro, a powerful Physical
unwanted people out, but also provide practical Security Information Management (PSIM),
assistance to patients, residents, and staff. which provides reliable, scalable, and efficient
Products that represent a nuanced, sophisticated security management by combining multiple
approach to security and access control. safety and security subsystems with command-
and-control features.
SIEMENS Importantly, all products in the Siveillance
Suite feature a centrally managed access control
Hospitals are dynamic, complex places that system which enable more efficient security
bring together several different environments monitoring for security personnel and facility
– including operating theatres, clean rooms, managers. Having a common, unified platform
patient units, communal areas, and so forth manages risks while reducing operational costs
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OPPOSITE Smart, secure, innovative, and easy to install, the Salto XS4 One
electronic lock requires no hard wiring and provides a totally wire-free networked
electronic locking solution with a great range of features. Image from Salto Systems.

Modern day security

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systems are about
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improving access.
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ABB AUSTRALIA BOON EDAM sensitive motion detectors, glass protection

sheets, floor mats, and authorised night entry.
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Within the health and aged care sectors, and Boon Edam architectural revolving doors and In addition, like all Boon Edam entrances
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indeed across all sectors, any move to modernise security entrances are used in settings like doors, Circleside doors can be integrated with
security, traffic, and access control must include health and residential aged care, where access security speed gates that regulate and monitor
building automation technology. And it has to and egress of large staff and visitor flows need the access and egress of staff and visitors.
include systems like ABB’s open-standard i-bus to be regulated.
KNX offering. Acknowledging the changes that are expected RECORD DOORS
Based on the worldwide open protocol, to affect the residential aged care sector as a
the ABB i-bus KNX system reduces staff result of several factors including the ongoing Record Doors, a supplier of custom designed
workload by automating core building COVID-19 pandemic, the company has released and built automatic security entrance systems,
functions such as lighting, shutter control, Circleslide curved automatic sliding doors. offers several automatic swing and sliding door
heating, ventilation, energy management, Revolving door security entrance solutions, operators which are used extensively in health
and of course, security. which are specifically tailored to suit residential and aged care applications.
KNX is a global standard which defines aged care applications, Circleside doors are Noteworthy for its sophisticated technology,
the communication between electrical able to provide enhanced access for people who compact design, low energy consumption, and
products, but not the technology itself. And rely on wheelchairs, mobility scooters, wheeled silent operation, the record DFA LEN door
that’s where the key strength of ABB’s offering walkers and so forth. operators meet the Building Code of Australia
lies. New KNX-based security products are Consisting of two curved sliding doors – (BCA) requirements and are tested to stringent
constantly emerging, and they’ll be compatible one on each of the entrance and exit sides – European standards DIN EN16005 (durability
with the ABB i-Bus infrastructure that makes Circleslide installations combine elegant design and safety).
up the electrical nervous system of the hospital with the high capacity and ease of passage With its electromechanical construction and
or residential aged care home in question. offered by sliding doors. Thanks to their curved modular design, the door operator can either
As they come online, and as their security shape, the Circleslide doors have a slightly wider be visibly mounted to a variety of surfaces
and access requirements change, they can be throat opening than normal sliding doors with above a swing door entrance or concealed in a
introduced seamlessly and without causing the same installation width. This allows for a ceiling cavity with an extended spindle for the
any unnecessary interruptions or excessive larger throughput even in smaller entries. connection arm.
costs. Whether the devices in question are Available in a wide range of colours and When the swing door drive motor operates,
locks, fire alarms, bio locks, video cameras, or finishes, Circleslide curved automatic sliding it tensions a spring integrated in the drive
automobile movement restrictors, management doors are fully customisable. There are several housing. Conversely, when the door closes, the
can purchase them, safe in the knowledge that options available including Interlocking mode, energy stored in the spring is utilised, with motor
they can be incorporated into the pre-existing connection to external alarm systems, push- assistance employed as required for effective
68 architecture, without undue difficulty. button free out, key impulse switch, direction and continued smooth and silent operation.
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 The Record DFA LEN door operators have impacts consistent with repeated hard kicks Salto smart access control systems such as
five operating modes (Automatic, Hold Open, – this means that the product is ten times the the Salto XS4 One have been deployed in aged
Manual, Locked, Exit) and five functions (Auto strength of the Australian Standard in terms and health care facilities across Australia and
reverse, Push and Go, Emergency stop, Two of absorbed energy. New Zealand, including Uniting SA, McKenzie
leaf synchronised operation, and Interlock). Recommended for residential aged care Aged Care, Peninsula Health and The Royal
They also come with a choice of control settings, each Invisi-Gard door and screen is Children’s Hospital.
options: via radar activation sensors, card custom built to suit each specific application. The Salto XS4 One electronic lock is
swipe, push button, contactless button, or even Each door features a heavy duty extruded compatible with most European, Scandinavian
remote control. The swing operator, which can aluminium perimeter frame for extra strength, and ANSI mortise locks and tubular latches.
be retrofitted to existing hinged doors, represents is available in a full range of standard colours There are models available for both inside and
a valuable investment for health facilities and for optimum impact and comes with a 15-year outside use available (with all outside models
residential aged care homes. product warranty. IP55 rated to endure the elements).
The lock is also compatible with Salto Space
INVISI-GARD SALTO SYSTEMS (data on card, on-premises access control
system) and Salto KS (cloud-based access control
At the heart of every Invisi-Gard security Smart, secure, innovative, and easy to install, the system) and is available with Salto Biocote
screen and security door is its high tensile 316 Salto XS4 One electronic lock requires no hard antimicrobial coating for hygiene-sensitive
marine grade stainless steel mesh which sets a wiring and provides a totally wire-free networked environments such as health and aged care.
high standard in terms of its quality, precision, electronic locking solution with a great range Another important feature is its flexibility.
and longevity. of features. With a sleek built-in reader that is It offers staff and residents the ability to use a
Combined with the product’s patented available in two colours – black and white – and range of entry credentials including smart cards,
EGP retention system – which ensures that seven different body finishes, it complements any tags, wristbands and even their smartphone.
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there is no contact between the mesh and frame type of interior design or décor. It is emergency-ready with lockdown and real-
and that the mesh can withstand dynamic Suitable for retrofits and new builds alike, time opening functionalities.
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 Creations that reflect the style of the office.
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furniture in aged care
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OPPOSITE Maxton Fox’s Fox Tub Chair. Image from Maxton Fox.

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Aged care and healthcare furniture design doesn’t need to be
beige, bland and clinical. Warmer designs with a focus on colour
and comforting aesthetics can help residents and patients have
a greater sense of wellbeing, as long as these pieces still fit the

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Commercial furniture and joinery manufacturer “It has a smooth luxurious textural feel with Letelier says when it comes to picking

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Maxton Fox suggests selecting bolder furniture brass wheels, exposed contrasting piping and furniture for aged care settings, Kezu’s recently
pieces for aged care and health care settings to is comfortable to sit in”. introduced Kindred guest and lounge chairs
help boost the morale of residents and patients. Maxton Fox has manufactured custom designed by Chris Carter for Arcadia Contract
Maxton Fox says it works with designers, furniture and joinery for many healthcare fit the bill perfectly in terms of both style
builders and clients to deliver furniture that projects. Major NSW-based projects include and ergonomics.
has the right look and feel for such projects. the Auburn Hospital Redevelopment project The chairs which blend classic elements
Maxton Fox’s Fox Tub Chair, for example, is with Multiplex and Nepean Hospital with with mid-century modern design come in both
one such piece that Marketing Director Belinda Laing O’Rourke. This included all cabinetry, lounge and guest models. Both feature an
Hall describes as “the perfect feature chair to lift joinery units throughout the hospital, medical elegant wood frame that draws lines around the
the mood in aged care facilities and healthcare tables, workstations, toilet partitions, basins seat and back cushions to form one continuous
waiting rooms”. and more. shape. Adjoining arms subtly taper downward
The tub chair, which is designed and Furniture supply store Kezu also agrees while at the same time becoming narrower,
manufactured at their Western Sydney premises, that warmth is an important element of design adding visual interest.
comes in two sizes, and the two-tone fabric has in aged and healthcare settings. “Although similar in appearance, the frame
multiple colour options. “The Scandi look with blonde wood and detail is emphasised to a greater degree on
It has a timber internal frame structure, clean lines continues to be used in modern the lounge chair with its slightly more relaxed
with Dunlop Enduro foam for extra seat aged and healthcare facilities,” Kezu Account back angle and generous proportions, while
comfort. The chair is not only striking with Manager Carlos Letelier says. guest models share all the same elements
the two-tone fabric detailing: with a base “The look lifts the overall design and within a slightly smaller, more compact
colour and contrasting piping, it’s extremely brightens what can sometimes be a place footprint,” he says.
comfortable and a great feature chair to bring of sadness,” he says. The Kindred range also offers accompanying
a space to life. Letelier explained that some sectors prefer occasional tables in a variety of shapes, sizes and
“Perfect and easy to move, a pop of colour the warmth of dark, rich wood over the lighter finishes. The table tops available in ash wood
and soft velvety textural finish makes this chair Scandi look, but nonetheless they are still veneer, laminate or Corian, rest atop an inset
perfect for brightening up an aged care space,” choosing contemporary designs and using the wood apron that in turn is cradled by wood legs
Belinda says. feel of wood to add a natural feeling of warmth. that angle outward and taper simultaneously. 73
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ABOVE Left: Maxton Fox’s Fox Tub Chair. Image from Maxton Fox. Right: The Kindred
range also offers accompanying occasional tables in a variety of shapes, sizes and finishes.
Image from Kezu. OPPOSITE Maxton Fox’s Fox Tub Chair. Image from Maxton Fox.
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Letelier says that the versatility of Kindred looking furniture that is also highly functional. choice of material, and it comes with padded
for aged care settings is “apparent in a This can be seen in their recent project for arms for increased comfort. Custom coffee
subtle manner”. a new state-of-the-art hospital wing at Cabrini and meeting tables were also made to suit
“The seat height of the guest chair is 470mm Hospital in Melbourne. Healthcare Furniture specific requirements. Sedus Turn Around
and the arms extend to the front of the chair Australia worked with architectural firm Bates stools and Quarterback task seating were used
making access and egress easier for the elderly,” Smart to create Cabrini Malvern’s new Gandel in the office spaces for ease of movement along
he explains. Wing. The seven-storey building accommodates with the Shift fixed height and sit to stand
“The seat size is generous and comfortable a broad range of services including cancer, workstations. The Sedus Shift sit to stand is
for larger bodies. Both in the moment and cardiac, maternity, geriatric care, emergency an Australian manufactured workstation that
forever timeless, the Kindred collection invites and infectious diseases. Their brief for the gives staff the freedom to sit or stand at the
people to linger, converse, or catch a moment of Gandel Wing was to transform the hospital into touch of a button. It can even be linked to an
respite, all the while instilling a level of comfort a welcoming and human centric environment. app which reminds you to sit and stand.
and refinement”. To achieve these natural materials like timber The Gandel Wing has now gone on to win
Australian supplier of custom healthcare panelling were used to give patient rooms a an Award for Architecture in the category
furniture, Healthcare Furniture Australia warmer feel and hide equipment. of Public Architecture at the 2020 Victorian
(HFA) says while it’s great to have furniture Healthcare Furniture Australia supplied a Architecture Awards. The jury cited the
with beautiful aesthetics in these settings, it’s range of furniture including a custom bedside public project as “an essay in excellence
still so important for designers to be sure the table incorporating swing away tablets for and an outstanding example of institutional
furniture meets functionality requirements holding devices such as iPads. Stirling patient architecture. The complex hospital brief and
and is ‘fit for purpose’. chairs were chosen for the rooms for their challenging site was thoughtfully navigated.
Important considerations include making sure adjustable telescopic legs, adjustable back The building was finely crafted by the
the furniture is safe, comfortable, easy to clean depth and fire-retardant foams. architects to produce a consistent and high-
74 and durable. HFA specialises in creating good The chair can be upholstered in the client’s quality outcome.”
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 The team at HFA said another “hot topic of colours in the furniture to add a feeling being modified to meet the needs of Bendigo
design in healthcare” is weighted furniture for of warmth. Hospital with the inclusion of a fixed seat
mental health facilities. Mental health settings “Every room in the facility should feel inviting, cushion. These were manufactured in three
can be volatile at times, meaning the furniture creating an atmosphere wherein patients feel a different widths and heights as well as having
needs to be strong, safe and secure. sense of control”. weights added to the chairs for use in the
HFA commented that the main challenge HFA has worked on several projects where mental health areas. Symmetry dining tables
when furnishing these healthcare facilities is furniture was modified to fit this brief, including and elliptical coffee tables also had weights
ensuring the furniture accommodates individuals the Bendigo Hospital project. HFA worked included when being utilised in these areas.
with vastly different needs from one another closely with Lendlease, Silver Thomas Hanley Guardian recliner chairs were manufactured
due to the extensive range of mental illnesses and Spotless to provide “fit for purpose” furniture to have wider arms than standard. Other
presenting at the facilities. to the space which includes an integrated cancer products HFA provided included a new style
“The most important consideration is the centre, 11 operating theatres and an 80-bed couch; their Barnard sofa which has a gap
safety of both the patient and the staff giving psychiatric inpatient unit including a parent along the back for ease of cleaning, tambour
care. Avoid providing any furniture that can be and infant unit. Being Victoria’s largest regional cupboards, Lunar and metal frame meeting
used to cause harm to the patient, staff, other hospital, it incorporates the latest design and tables with a nicely splayed leg detail and their
patients or visitors,” HFA says. technology solutions providing healthcare for Barkly beam seating.
“There should be no ligature points on the Bendigo and the wider regional community. Ultimately, the comfort and safety of
provided furniture. No furniture should have The furniture provided by HFA was a those in aged and health care settings will
removable parts and open shelving in rooms, combination of standard products from their always be the most important priority when
rather than cabinets with drawers and doors, core range and core products which were selecting furniture for such environments,
would be a better option,” HFA says. modified to suit specific requirements. These however this doesn’t have to be at the expense
HFA also suggests using peaceful inviting products included the Hills lounge chair of aesthetics.
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Ultimately, the
comfort and
safety of those in
aged and health
care settings will
always be the most
important priority.

SUPPLIERS Maxton Fox architectureanddesign.com.au/suppliers/maxton-fox-furniture-systems Kezu architectureanddesign.com.au/suppliers/ke-zu

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for a troubled sector
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Two significant events Right now, the focus on standards within the problem. The good news is that there are several
Australian residential aged care sector is as products and suppliers that can help here.
over the past year have high as it has ever been.
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Released on March 1 this year, the Final EBSA

shone an unflattering
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Report of the Royal Commission into Aged Care

light on the state of Quality called for fundamental reform of the EBSA offers a range of automated façade
sector. Describing Australia’s aged care system systems including operable glass louvres,
Australia’s residential as “substandard” and pointing to “fundamental fixed and operable glass roofs and general
aged care sector. systemic flaws with the way the Australian aged window automation systems. A key feature of
care system is designed and governed”, it said this technology is the presence of controls and
Improving things will take that those receiving care “deserve better”. window actuators that communicate digitally.
On top of that, despite the nation’s EBSA’s Advanced Communication BUS
time and involve many
comparatively strong and successful overall (ACB) protocol allows precise control of
changes, including the response to the COVID-19 crisis, one sector – windows in conjunction with an air quality
residential aged care – stands out as a failure. sensor to automatically regulate temperature,
use of appropriate, high- While things like governance, staffing levels, CO2, and humidity; and disables the mechanical
quality HVAC solutions. and training are the most urgent priorities in heating/cooling system when the windows
terms of rectifying this situation, other factors are opened.
including building design, amenities, and the What sets this technology apart from
use of appropriate technologies to improve care most traditional systems is that windows can
and comfort are also important. be set to automatically modulate in response
HVAC is a perfect example. The ongoing to changes in the indoor air quality. They
pandemic has exposed flaws in how ventilation open only as far as necessary to maintain
is used in the aged care context. The regular, optimal temperature.
seemingly never-ending, run of quarantine hotel While this technology is typically associated
transmissions, as well as the already mentioned with educational buildings (where monitoring
crises that hit several aged care facilities last year of CO2 levels is mandated), it is applicable to
illustrate the problem. aged care facilities. It has the potential to lead the
way in creating healthier and more comfortable
VENTILATION indoor environments.
And it is suitable not only for use with typical
As the University of Adelaide Professor Geoff awning windows, but also with EBSA’s range
Hanmer, a ventilation expert, told the ABC of single- and double-glazed architectural glass
78 OPPOSITE Strada Grey Interior. recently, better ventilation could reduce this louvres, and passive house certified glass roofs.
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 RENSON Recognising this, in January this year the Federal government is introducing legislation
Federal Government’s Medical Research Future that will confirm that such facilities provide a
Healthbox 3.0 is a demand-controlled, ‘smart Fund’s Clinical Trials Activity Initiative awarded “comfortable and safe service environment”
building ready’ ventilation system from Renson. $1.4 million to a Flinders University study into for their residents.
Thanks to its built-in sensors, which measure UV light and respiratory viruses. The research Considering the Australian climate, effective
the level of humidity, CO2 and/or VOCs, the will commence in July this year. heating and air-conditioning systems are an
system can vary ventilation levels according It is hoped that the study will confirm that important part of this.
to conditions. the use of UV light is an effective way to deal
Part of the C+ ventilation system (that with this problem. And that products like UV HUNT HEATING
supplies fresh air through window ventilation), Angel Clean Air from Hospital Products Australia
the unit is equipped with a silent, energy have a role to play in reducing the spread of Manufactured in Belgium, Jaga Strada is a
efficient ventilator that consumes up to 30% less viruses like COVID-19. sleek and elegant convector style hydronic
energy than previous models. Boasting a sleek UV Angel Clean Air is an unobtrusive heating panel that conforms to stringent
design, a height of just 20cm, and remote valve in-ceiling unit that uses UV-C light to create EN442 standards.
connections, the Healthbox 3.0 ventilation unit is a healthier environment for aged care facilities, Heated water is pumped through the internal
unobtrusive and can be easily hidden out of sight. or indeed, any common areas where people close fin heat exchanger concealed within the
And, thanks to the accompanying app, the live, work or congregate. panel. The warm heat exchanger then locally
user can easily monitor current air quality as well It works by drawing air into a sealed heats the surrounding air promoting heat
as recent activity and settings, and logs per room chamber with a series of fans and filters, then convection up and around the living space.
for ventilation, humidity, CO2 and/or VOC levels. treating it with UV-C light at a wavelength In essence, the heating panel creates a warm,
By default, the Healthbox 3.0 operates in of 254nm. Involving no chemicals, ozone or comfortable environment without the need for
line with the system’s ‘Health’ ventilation hazardous by-products, the unit operates on forced air.
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profile. This profile ensures that the indoor the cellular level to deactivate airborne bacteria, Light weight and requiring only a low water
air is not only healthy but also monitored and fungi, and viruses; and recirculate treated air content, Jaga Strada has low surface temperature
treated in an energy-efficient manner. However, back into the room. and is therefore safe and suitable for use in aged
there are also other profiles to choose from. UV Angel Clean Air cleans environments care settings. It features concealed valves and
The ‘Intense’ profile ensures that polluted automatically and continuously, without pipework, kw output of 0.693 – 5.382, and is
air is extracted quickly, while the ‘Eco’ profile impacting operational performance, or the available in two different colours and finishes.
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prioritises energy-efficiency. Therefore, comfort of residents and staff. In contrast, It comes with a 30-year warranty.
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extraction take place over a longer time and other filtration systems such as HEPA filters
at a lower ventilation level. capture germs but do not kill them. In addition, FUJITSU
their filters need to be changed regularly and,
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Beyond ventilation, there is emerging evidence cooling and heating operation via a single
that ultraviolet light may be effective in reducing Ventilation and virus prevention aren’t the refrigerant system. It allows independent
rates of respiratory viral infections such as whole story. While air conditioning is not temperature settings for individual units and
COVID-19 in residential aged care facilities. mandatory in residential aged care, in July the ensures comfort for staff and residents, alike.

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The system ensures energy-efficient operation The in-screed heating cable is installed in and puncture resistance are required in
by transferring heat energy from rooms to be the cement screed beneath the tiles or any addition to a high degree of flexibility without
cooled to rooms to be heated, and also boasts finished floor surface. In-screed heating has delamination of the aluminium foil.
several other energy saving features including a fast response time and is commonly used The product has a very low permeance
a powerful propeller fan designed by using in wet areas. The in-screed cable is a return to water vapour and other gases, which

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Computational Fluid Dynamics; a three-phase cable system (only one end to be connected), makes it suitable for air handling ductwork.

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DC fan motor with sophisticated driver control; has an output of 175W p/m2 @100mm spacing It is a strong and durable vapour barrier that
and more. and is available in pre-determined lengths helps prevent fibre erosion of internally lined
On top of that, the Fujitsu General VR-II with cold tails. HVAC ductwork insulation, which otherwise
Heat recovery system employs multiple outdoor Importantly in residential aged care settings, can lead to fibres entering the airstream of
operation control. This means that, in cases the heated areas can be thermostatically the system.

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a sophisticated operation is performed by room. The floor heating is totally invisible the need for perforation when applied to
each compressor. Consequently, rather than and produces low heat. The system creates no glass wool insulation blanket and boards.
running one compressor at full load and dust, and has moving parts and its operation is Sisalation Vapastop 883 Aluminium Facing
distributing refrigerant to one heat exchanger, perfectly silent. The cable is connected to the Foil is a fully sealed continuous acoustic
all compressors operate at part load. The system 240V power supply and heats up imparting this membrane (CAM) minimising the risk of
distributes refrigerant to all heat exchangers and heat to the cement around the cable. The heat fibres entering the duct’s air stream. Able
operational efficiency is improved. naturally moves upward to the surface of the to handle mechanical cleaning, it is ideal
Then, there is a heat exchanger refrigerant floor and into the room above the floor. for applications where superior indoor air
control feature, whereby the heat exchanger in quality is required.
the outdoor unit is split into two parts (top and FLETCHER INSULATION The findings of the of the Royal Commission
bottom). The efficiency of the heat exchanger is into Aged Care Quality could not have been
improved by adopting an optimum refrigerant The benefits of achieving an optimal clearer. To date, the state of many facilities
path control. The refrigerant is distributed more temperature are easily nullified if the process has simply not been up to scratch; and
into the top heat exchanger as this is where there of so doing also involves compromising air consequently, the living conditions of their
is a greater airflow intake. quality. Within residential aged care settings, residents – our Australian elders – has been
it is always crucial to use only high-quality unacceptable.
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from Fletcher Insulation. appropriate, high-quality technologies such
TFS17 under-tile heating cables from Comfort Vapastop 883 Facing Foil is used in the as those discussed above you can help alleviate
Heat Australia are suitable for use in a variety fabrication of air conditioning ductwork as this problem and provide these people with
of underfloor heating installations and are an internal liner in combination with Semi the life experiences they deserve at a time they
suitable for large or small areas. Rigid Glasswool, where high tear strength desperately need them.

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in Canberra - Australia. has taken little to no time, thanks
to the V-Joint Shiplap interlocking
tongue and groove fixings.

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THE MORANDI COLLECTION KARNDEAN LOOSELAY FLOORING
Kaolin’s latest porcelain Karndean's LooseLay products are
Morandi Collection is the perfect suitable for high-rise developments,
combination of pastel colours both residential apartments and office
and texture, providing a mood blocks, as no acoustic underlay is
to the environment which required. They are also ideal for retail
compliments other materials. spaces and temporary areas such as
It can also provide a delicate feature displays and exhibitions as they
and retro style to your interior. are quick to install, take-up and recycle.
LooseLay is also a practical solution
for sectors where access to underfloor
services is required such as healthcare
and hospitality environments.

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KINGSPAN FAÇADE SYSTEMS HONEYCOMB SHADES: STYLE,

DRI-DESIGN FUNCTIONALITY, VERSATILITY,
ENERGY-EFFICIENCY
Kingspan Façade Systems Dri-Design
derives its name from its patented The Honeycomb Blind is a modern
interlocking system that acts as a aesthetically-pleasing and functional
self-draining gutter. This removes the blind, offering superior light control,
sound absorption and insulation. The

ARCHITECTURE & DESIGN

need for maintenance of the façade
as there is no streaking, staining or unique cell nature of the Honeycomb
delaminating, unlike other systems fabric traps air in the cell, ensuring
that may use silicone sealants or the inside room temperature stays
gaskets. Available in three distinct constant. Studies have shown
profiles, the cassettes can be powder that a 20mm Single Cell Blockout
coated to match any RAL colour. Honeycomb blind can reduce heating
costs by up to 32%.

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CUSTOMISABLE LINEAR LOUVRES FOR ANY
DRAINAGE: LAUXES GRATES BUILDING DESIGN
SLIMLINE TILE INSERT
A well specified louvre system,
Leading the market in innovative Louvretec’s Airfoil shaped sun

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drainage solutions, Lauxes Grates louvre range has been designed to
‘slimline tile insert’ (STI) grates are the complement and enhance your

JUL-SEP 2021
aesthetic yet practical option everyone home or building’s architectural
wants. Suitable for indoor and outdoor style & character.
applications, the seamlessly designed
Available motorised, hand operable
linear grates hold pavers and tiles up
or fixed in place Louvretec’s Airfoil
to 11mm thick. Anodised aluminium,
louvre systems can run vertically
fully-customisable, lifetime rustproof
or horizontally.
warranties; look no further than the
Lauxes Grates slimline tile insert.

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CAROMA OPAL COLLECTION KOOLTHERM K10 G2

SOFFIT BOARD
The Opal Collection, a comprehensive
and versatile range, specifically designed Kingspan Kooltherm K10 G2 Soffit
to enhance your independence in the Board is a high-performance, fibre-free
bathroom without having to compromise rigid thermoset phenolic insulation
on style. with a closed-cell core, sandwiched
between an upper tissue-based facing
Discreet design features such as
and a lower facing of highly-reflective
raised height toilet pans and integrated
aluminium foil autohesively-bonded to
shelf space on basins are just some of
the insulation core during manufacture.
the simple additions offered to reduce
challenges for the elderly and make
the bathroom a more comfortable and
practical space.

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 ARTISAN COLLECTION WEATHER DEFENCE™:
BUSHFIRE ROOF
The Artisan collection brings a rustic
sophistication to the Plank Floor’s With the increasing risk of bushfire
range. With its dusky greys and warm and Australia’s black summer still
accents, the unique, band-sawn vivid in the memory, protection of
textured surface gracefully enhances houses in bushfire prone area’s is
nature’s raw and unrefined elements. more important than ever. Promat
The visible appearance and physical Australia’s Bushfire Roof System
touch of the range captures the eye based on our WEATHER DEFENCE
and effortlessly creates a focal point Board is approve for use in the
within a space. highest Bushfire danger zone known
as BAL-FZ.

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SINGLE SLOT TILE AIRMASTER ® CLEARS THE AIR

INSERT DRAIN
DESSO AirMaster is designed to
The 100TiXi20TML linear drainage capture more tiny dust particles
system is an ultra-minimal, 100mm than any other carpet solution on
wide tile insert. It allows tiles of up the market helping create a healthier
to 10mm, offering a shallow channel indoor environment. Independent
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profile of just 23mm total depth. testing has found AirMaster to be

8x better than other smooth flooring
solutions and 4x better than any
other carpet solutions in reducing the
amount of harmful fine dust particles
in the air.
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FOLDING GRILLES FUTURE LABS

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AND FOLDING CLOSURES

ARCHITECTURE & DESIGN

Labs are mini-ecosystems of people,

Cost effective, attractive, lightweight, equipment and facilities working
and easy to use, the FC1 Permashield together seamlessly. Lab designers
Folding Closure is a proven security are reframing the laboratory concept
option. The system uses a series to keep up with the way scientific
of continuous extruded aluminium research is evolving. Future Labs is
hinged panels, making it a low friction an innovation and resource hub
system with fewer moving parts. that seeks to educate and support
designers and builders to create the
laboratories of the future. Join our
community, bring your vision to life.

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COMMERCIAL OPENING AND PARAGON RANGE

CLOSING LOUVRED PERGOLAS
Wideline’s stylish Paragon range
The unique Vergola Opening and delivers architectural elegance
Closing Louvre Roof System provides and advanced design so you can
versatility and functionality to both create a bigger picture. With a
domestic and commercial properties robust 100mm or 150mm frame
by creating a comfortable space that option it allows for greater panels
can be enjoyed all year round. and expanses of glass, and doors
up to three meters high. Whether
you’re looking for an architectural
finishing touch or robust product for
a commercial project, the Paragon
range will deliver.

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The buildings of tomorrow.
The Sustainable Buildings Research Centre (SBRC) was the first building in Australia fully accredited under

the Living Building Challenge (LBC), as well as being the Illawarra’s first six-star Green Star Building. The LBC

is arguably the highest built environment sustainability accreditation in the world today with its ambition to

encourage buildings to be net zero energy and water, to connect more readily with the natural environment,

and provide comfortable and restorative places to live and work.

The SBRC not only embodies sustainable design, but is a ‘living’ laboratory for improving building and material

design. The ‘high-bay’ roof is divided into two discrete sections using COLORBOND® steel in the colour

Surfmist® and COLORBOND® Coolmax® steel. These materials were chosen for their high solar reflectance

(low absorptance) and ability to improve the thermal performance of a building.

The building also meets the high standards demanded by the material and waste requirements of the LBC with

the BlueScope materials used being manufactured locally and incorporating recycled content. BlueScope is

also committed to sustainable sourcing practices that create, protect and build long term environmental, social

and economic value.

The COLORBOND® steel Environmental Product Declaration is available at steel.com.au/epd. For information

about specifying BlueScope products, please visit steelselect.com.au or call our technical team on 1800 753 658.

Architect: Cox Richardson Architects. Project: Sustainable Buildings Research Centre. Location: Fairy Meadow, New South Wales. COLORBOND®, Coolmax®,
BlueScope the BlueScope brand mark and ® colour names are registered trade marks of BlueScope Steel Limited. © 2020 BlueScope Steel Limited
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